Pine tree chemical factory
WSU researchers reverse engineer how pine trees produce resin, which could be worth billions in environmentally friendly products.
Cougs feeding Cougs
WSU works to ensure students and others don't go to bed, or class, hungry.
Roots of the matter
R. James Cook and soil health
A hero’s return
When terrorists attacked America, WSU alumnus Ron Shurer traded graduate school for the Green Berets, earning the Medal of Honor and the gratitude of a nation.
Between two worlds
First-generation student Lysandra Perez bridges cultures in her life and research.
The door is open
WSU strives to create a safe and welcoming place for LGBTQ students, faculty, and staff.
- A welcoming environmentNew initiatives highlight commitment to gender inclusivityAs part of its institutional commitment to inclusivity, the University has embarked on several initiatives focused on improving the transgender community experience.
- Significant milestoneCarson College of Business marks presentation of 1,000th online MBA degreeThe Carson College was one of the first accredited business schools in the nation to offer online MBA programs, which are consistently listed as among the nation’s best.
- Protecting the environmentBiodegradable plastic mulch could help environment, increase yieldJessica Goldberger’s goal is to help farmers grow crops more sustainably and curb global dependence on wasteful, perpetual plastic.
- State honorCougar Athletics receives public citizen award for mental health awareness effortsThe Washington State Psychological Association selected WSU for the award based on several initiatives the athletic department introduced to address the mental health needs of student athletes.
- Improving human healthResearchers create wearable 3D-printed glucose biosensorsThe research could lead to improved glucose monitors for millions of people who suffer from diabetes.
- Support for leading industryImproving tree fruit industry produce, profits focus of new endowed chair Carolina Torres, a horticulturist and WSU alumna, has been named the University’s first Endowed Chair in Tree Fruit Postharvest Systems.
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- Jan. 19 Men’s basketball vs. Stanford Pullman
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