WSU student-athletes volunteer with Boys and Girls Club
More than two dozen WSU student-athletes visited Kamiak Elementary earlier this month to volunteer with the Boys and Girls Club of the Palouse.
Campus & Community
WSU student-athletes volunteer with Boys and Girls Club
More than two dozen WSU student-athletes visited Kamiak Elementary earlier this month to volunteer with the Boys and Girls Club of the Palouse.
Aquatics Phenomics Research Center supercharges undergraduate research
Students across the U.S. are at WSU this summer to address some of the most pressing questions facing aquatic ecosystems.
CAHNRS showcases Cougar Gold, honey, wine, and more at local food festival
The mid-summer heat didn’t deter a consistent stream of foodies from stopping by the Cougar-themed tents at this year’s Crave! Northwest festival in Spokane.
WSU Police co-sponsor National Night Out event in Pullman
The free event is intended to support outreach efforts that help build trust, foster collaboration, and strengthen public safety.
University Affairs
Human Resource Services launches refreshed website
Improvements to page navigation, expanded training resources, and a centralized home for announcements are among changes to the recently relaunched website.
Construction management program expands to meet demand
With industry support, the program will be increasing student enrollment while continuing to invest in faculty with significant industry experience to support its hands-on, experiential curriculum.
College of Veterinary Medicine Dean Dori Borjesson announces retirement
Borjesson will retire in spring 2027 following seven years of leadership that include major investments in facilities, research, and public health education.
New student regent brings passion for empowering young people
The first WSU Global Campus student to serve as student regent hopes to strengthen connections between students and the Board of Regents while representing learners across the university system.
WSU-related Podcasts
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TIAA consultant on Pullman campus — August and September dates
Do you know how much you can contribute to your retirement account for 2026? Are you wondering if you are on track for your retirement? Feeling a bit lost on how to invest your funds? Do you need help adjusting your VIP contribution amount for 2026? TIAA Consultant Eli Jenkins will be on the Pullman campus […]
Benefit and retirement spam/phishing emails
HRS Benefits is aware spam emails are often distributed to WSU email accounts, with most emails entitled “Campus Check-In: School News and Announcements!!!” This is not a legitimate WSU email; it is offering a giveaway for faculty and staff, and erroneously reflects that is is from the HRS Benefits Director. IT Abuse has been alerted. As a reminder, spam/phishing […]
Awards & Achievements
Inaugural Dean’s Faculty Fellow awards support research, teaching, and outreach projects
Nine CAHNRS scientists are launching innovative projects aimed at advancing research, enriching student learning and improving lives across Washington.
Jennifer Henrichsen wins 2026 Lillian Lodge Kopenhaver Early Career Woman Scholar Award
The Murrow College assistant professor was recognized for her research on some of the challenges facing democracy and her promise as a future leader.
Boyd named to WSAS board; nine WSU scientists elected members
WSU researchers were recently honored by election to the Washington State Academy of Sciences, which serves as the state’s scientific advisory body.
WSU human development professor recognized with industry award
WSU’s Debbie Handy has received the American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences’ Distinguished Service Award, recognizing her decades of leadership and service.
Science & Technology
Computer scientists design NosyNeighbor — a cyberattack to prevent cyberattacks
WSU researchers use a side-channel attack to identify weaknesses in complex, time-sensitive systems such as airplane navigation and anti-lock braking in cars.
Dr. Universe explains how butterflies taste with their feet
WSU entomologist Rich Zack helps Dr. Universe explain how butterflies use taste receptors on their feet to find food and the right plants for their young.
New grant supports WSU astronomer’s search for elusive black holes
Vivienne Baldassare will use early data from the Vera C. Rubin Observatory to explore how the universe’s first massive black holes formed.
Bucking the Trend:
An ambassador for WSU’s signature apple — and women in science
Kate Evans navigated the male-dominated world of plant breeding to become the face of WSU’s biggest, and tastiest, commercialization project.
Food & Agriculture
WSU study shows nutrient loss in vineyards can be attributed to factors beyond fruit harvest
New WSU research gives grape growers a clearer picture of how to manage fertilizer, potentially boosting vineyard productivity and sustainability across Washington state.
WSU Extension expands local food distribution programs
Fresh food from Olympic Peninsula farms is reaching more families, schools and communities through a growing WSU Extension partnership.
WSU Creamery upgrades will produce more Cougar Gold, benefit students
A $13.5 million upgrade will help bring the equipment currently used to make WSU’s beloved Cougar Gold cheese up to modern standards and increase cheese production.
WSU uses history to breed better cherries
Researchers delve into the written records kept by longtime WSU cherry breeder Thomas Toyama to pursue even better varieties of the fruit.
Health & Medicine
Developing AI assistance for diabetes management
The project under way at WSU will help medical practitioners understand how artificial intelligence can assist diabetes patients with glucose tracking and follow‑up care.
Researcher earns $420K grant to study tick-borne disease
The NIH grant to WSU researcher Dana Shaw could pave the way for strategies to stop tick-borne diseases before they reach people or animals.
Study: Food security varies widely across U.S. ethnic groups
Disparities across different communities demonstrate that addressing the lack of consistent access to a healthy diet requires attention to nuance.
WSU program launches young innovators onto national stage
The students, part of WSU Spokane’s MESA program, took top state honors and will now compete nationally with their device aimed at reducing infant health risks.
Veterinary Medicine
Jimothy’s internet fame serves as reminder to give wildlife space
Behind the growing social media fan base is a remarkable story of wildlife adaptation and acceptance.
Veterinarian’s virtual 5K raises nearly $14,000 for WSU’s rabies control program in Tanzania
Inspired by a trip to Tanzania, a Colorado veterinarian organized the inaugural virtual event to support canine rabies vaccinations and hopes to make it an annual tradition.
Winnie on wheels keeps rolling after lifesaving cancer treatment at WSU
An 8‑month‑old puppy named Winnie is back home with her family in Spokane after undergoing surgery at WSU’s Veterinary Teaching Hospital.
Bald eagle chicks get a second chance
As the country prepares to celebrate its 250th anniversary, two bald eagle chicks have found themselves at the center of an extraordinary WSU-led rescue mission.
Arts & Culture
‘American Psycho’ author interviews WSU professor about film criticism
Bret Easton Ellis invited WSU English professor Grant Maierhofer onto his podcast for a wide-ranging conversation about film, writing, and creativity.
WSU to host Thursday sendoff concerts for Washington Ambassadors of Music
The musicians will perform two Thursday sendoff concerts at WSU Pullman before departing for a 15‑day European tour.
WSU grad student speaks at Billy Joel event
Blake Love’s admiration for the rock and roll luminary prompted him to answer a call for papers for this year’s Billy Joel Symposium.
Juneteenth holiday part of the full picture of freedom
Juneteenth commemorates the day in 1865 – June 19th – when enslaved Black Americans in Texas were finally told they were free.
Business & Economics
Sharon Lynch’s journey to tech leadership
In a Washington State Magazine podcast, Modus Create CEO Sharon Lynch reflects on how WSU launched her tech career and shares insights on leadership, AI, and giving back.
Carson College faculty honored among world’s top 100 global hospitality educators
The four faculty members were recognized for expertise spanning restaurant operations, tourism, artificial intelligence, customer experience, and food and beverage management.
Carson College of Business expands certificate offerings to build Washington’s workforce
The new Carson Pro portfolio includes a supply chain management certificate and a partnership with Ziplines Education to offer certificates in fields such as artificial intelligence.
Hospitality scholar Dipra Jha advances global tourism innovation in Tbilisi, Georgia
Jha mentored future tourism leaders in the country and shared insights on how AI, design thinking, and digital innovation are shaping the future of global travel.
Politics & Society
WSU’s Noriko Kawamura appears on ‘World War II with Tom Hanks’
The emeritus history professor was interviewed for a documentary series that looks back on the 20th century’s most devastating conflict.
WSU’s Singh contributes to National Academies report on climate change, extreme weather
The report concludes that it’s increasingly possible to identify how climate change contributes to heat waves, storms, and other extreme weather events.
Foley Distinguished Public Service Award to be received by former Vice President Mike Pence
The Sept. 10 ceremony will feature a keynote address by the former vice president while raising support for WSU’s Thomas S. Foley Institute.
Cannabis branding may appeal to youth despite regulations, study finds
More than 80% of surveyed teens and young adults said some legally sold cannabis gummy and candy products would appeal to people under 21, according to new WSU research.
Reports & Updates
Foundations respond to changes in federal funding
Over the past week, several foundations have stepped forward to offer rapid response and bridge funding to help mitigate the impact of grant cancellations.
Message from the President:
Leading with purpose
This is a time to carry forward both resolve and innovative thinking with a healthy dose of Cougar pride.
‘Let’s get to work — together’
President Elizabeth Cantwell thanks the university community in a personal message, sharing her belief that WSU is uniquely positioned not only to adapt — but to lead.
Message from Kirk and Noel Schulz:
Thank you, WSU
On their last day as President and First Lady of Washington State University, Kirk and Noel Schulz extend one final thank you for a memorable nine years.