Recent News
Lind Field Day to help growers navigate challenging season
The annual event, Thursday, June 11, at Lind Dryland Station, gives producers in Washington’s low-rainfall grain country a look at new varieties and current research.
Journalism professor to serve as Faculty Senate chair‑elect
Ryan Thomas will serve as Faculty Senate chair‑elect beginning this fall after being selected by his peers.
Ask Dr. Universe podcast explores apple breeding and the science behind new varieties
The latest episode takes listeners inside the world of apple breeding with WSU horticulturist Kate Evans.
WSU student finds lost apple variety on study break
A chance walk by Tayettin Brodzinski helped lead to the rediscovery of the Walbridge apple, a once-popular heirloom variety long thought extinct.
Catherine ‘Katie’ Cooper named vice provost for faculty affairs and development
Currently serving as associate dean for faculty in the College of Arts and Sciences, Cooper succeeds outgoing senior vice provost Doug Call, who is returning to faculty.
Three WSU students honored with Fulbright awards
Fulbright awards will send WSU students to Malawi, Kenya, and the Czech Republic to pursue research, teaching, and global health work.
Flags being lowered Friday in honor of regent and alumnus Sam Hunt
In conjunction with Gov. Bob Ferguson’s directive, WSU President Betsy Cantwell has requested all flags at university locations remain at half‑staff through Saturday, May 30.
Alumni establish endowment to support WSU organic farm for years to come
A gift from WSU alumni Jim Huff and Sue Fairbanks will help the university’s organic farm thrive and grow well into the future, supporting students, research, and more.
Third annual Jordan Awards recognize tenacity of underserved students
Students, faculty, and staff were recognized at the College of Veterinary Medicine’s third annual Dr. Winfred A. Jordan Awards on Wednesday, May 6, on the Pullman campus.