Researchers improve method to discover anomalies in data
The algorithm can better find data anomalies than current detection software, including in streaming data.
Campus & Community
WSU partners with community to aid Afghan refugees
An Afghan family recently resettled in Pullman with just a few clothes and one rug. A coordinated community effort stepped up to supply the family’s needs.
WSU ecosystem sciences students to study environmental sustainability at Danish university
Brooke Stutzer and Ellie Watts are the first WSU students to participate in a two‑year pilot program with Aarhus University in Denmark that will advance research in environmental sustainability.
Meteor shower will provide stargazers a good show Aug. 11–12
Sky-gazers across the state can expect to see up to 100 meteors per hour when the Perseid meteor shower reaches its peak.
A conversation with Anne McCoy
WSU Regent Enrique Cerna sat down with the university’s new athletic director for a wide-ranging discussion about the future of WSU Athletics.
University Affairs
College of Veterinary Medicine Continuing Education program under new leadership
Craig McConnel, who has been a member of the college’s faculty since 2016, took over the reins of the Continuing Education program from Tina Owen earlier this summer.
Joint research program creates new opportunities for native Guatemalans
The program between WSU’s College of Veterinary Medicine and the Universidad de Valle de Guatemala is creating opportunities in science for native Guatemalan undergraduates.
Elliot-Cheslek announces pending retirement, interim HRS leader appointed
Theresa Elliot-Cheslek, who has led Washington State University’s Human Resources Services team for the past decade, is planning to retire in January.
WSU community welcomes Anne McCoy as next athletics director
After more than two decades of service to Cougar Athletics, Anne McCoy was formally introduced as WSU’s 15th athletics director Tuesday at Gesa Field on the Pullman campus.
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Mindfulness-based stress reduction classes available this summer
WSU employees can take part in a program that has been shown in studies to reduce symptoms of stress, anxiety, and depression from June 3 through July 29 via Zoom.
WSU staff mentorship
Washington State University will once again be conducting the Staff Mentoring and Professional Development Program in the spring of 2024. Applications for this once a year cohort are available through Friday, May 31. The purpose of the WSU Staff Mentoring Program is to develop relationships and facilitate interaction among staff, resulting in a stronger, more collaborative […]
Awards & Achievements
Former WSU athletes competing at 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris
The group of former WSU athletes representing six countries will be competing in track and field, women’s rowing, women’s soccer, and men’s basketball.
Biochemistry senior receives $20K NIH scholarship
Samira Diaz De Leon is one of 12 recipients nationwide of the National Institutes of Health scholarship for those pursuing careers in biomedical, behavioral, and social science research.
Murrow scientist Yen‑I Lee receives award for mental health messaging research
Lee’s effort to encourage international students to access mental health services earned a $10,000 award from the Association for Education in Journalism and Mass Communication.
WSU crop sciences graduate receives fellowship a second time
After receiving the D.W. Steiger Family Graduate Fellowship in 2023, WSU PhD student Olufunke Ayegbidun was especially grateful to receive it another time in 2024.
Science & Technology
Initial federal funding approved for hydrogen hub
The WSU-supported Pacific Northwest Hydrogen Association is among the first to be granted Phase 1 award status from the U.S. Department of Energy.
Researchers improve method to discover anomalies in data
The algorithm can better find data anomalies than current detection software, including in streaming data.
Narasimha Boddeti receives NSF CAREER award to build tailored bio‑like materials
The researcher received a National Science Foundation Faculty Early Career Development award for his work using 3D printing to create novel materials combining solids and liquids.
Study seeks to discover extent of coho-killing chemical’s effect
After helping identify a tire chemical that is deadly to coho salmon, WSU researcher Jen McIntyre is now working to find out more about how widespread the problem is.
Food & Agriculture
Landscaping for drought and hot weather
WSU Extension gives advice on growing a beautiful and drought-tolerant landscape, including lists of plants, tips for reducing water usage, and more.
Dairy-based fruit rollup developed by WSU students wins national recognition
Mooberries, a dairy-based snack reminiscent of Fruit Rollups, has earned a team of food science students national recognition at a dairy management competition.
New Clif Bar and King Arthur Baking Company Endowed Chair to lead WSU Breadlab
The WSU Breadlab today announced the appointment of Kevin Murphy as the new Clif Bar and King Arthur Baking Company Endowed Chair in Organic Grain Breeding and Innovation.
WSU wine science department to debut new curriculum in fall 2024
Almost every class in the major has been redesigned, and most upper division courses now require a hands-on vineyard, winery, or other lab component.
Health & Medicine
Healthy aging for Indigenous Elders requires culturally informed services
WSU researchers hosted a community listening session with Indigenous Elders from across that nation that identified a range of barriers to social support and care for aging-related diseases.
WSU launches new online training for childhood speech and language disorders
An accredited online course developed by WSU scientists offers training in an early intervention method for childhood speech and language disorders.
WSU selected to assist in refugee resettlement project
A newly awarded grant will help broaden the scope of WSU’s coordination with nonprofit organizations that resettle refugee families across the Inland Northwest.
Mobile simulation program brings medical training to Washington communities
Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine launched its first mobile unit to bring simulation-based medical training to WSU’s regional campuses and the state’s communities.
Veterinary Medicine
Barn owls call new WSU nesting boxes home
Twelve orphaned baby barn owls have a new home thanks to a pair of nesting boxes and a collaboration between WSU’s College of Veterinary Medicine and the Horticulture Center.
Dr. Universe: Why do people like cute animals more than ugly ones?
Everybody loves kittens and puppies. To learn more about why, the fictional feline Dr. Universe talked with WSU scientist Giuseppe Giannotti.
Movement sensors show promise in identifying horses at injury risk
A small 3-ounce sensor capable of recording 2,400 data points of movement in a second could be key in reducing injuries to racehorses.
Grateful couple donates to support veterinary oncology at WSU
The College of Veterinary Medicine provided Paul and Lynnea Thibodaux with one of the most precious gifts they could ask for — more time with their beloved Australian shepherds, Doc and Rubie.
Arts & Culture
Timeline explores the 50‑year journey of the Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art WSU
The timeline includes a curated list highlighting some of the 390 exhibitions that have been on display at WSU’s art museum from its inception in 1974 to the present day.
Part 2 of 2
An Oscar win, emergency surgery, and the road back to moviemaking
While his colleagues and wife were celebrating the pinnacle of critical recognition following their Oscar win, WSU alumnus Eric Saindon headed for the hospital.
Part 1 of 2
An Oscar win, emergency surgery, and the road back to moviemaking
For 2023 Oscar winner and WSU alumnus Eric Saindon, the glamor of awards night was cut short by an emergency that took him from center stage to a surgeon’s table.
Student turns textile scraps into wearable art
Apparel design and merchandising double major Kiah Conway recently created a dress and a jacket, using almost nothing but leftover material from a storage closet.
Business & Economics
Carson College career readiness program receives recognition
The Carson College of Business Career Amplifier program and Michelle Chapman received an honorable mention from the National Association of Colleges and Employers for their 2024 Career Readiness Award.
Jim Harbour appointed director of the WSU School of Hospitality Business Management
Harbour, a career-track associate professor in the Carson College of Business, will officially assume director duties on Aug. 16.
Business students use AI tools in class to prepare for today’s workforce
Andrew Perkins is one of many faculty members to integrate new AI technologies into the classroom under the premise that training with them will make students more competitive.
Rising costs, AI worry American travelers
The Carson College of Business released a new report with insights into Americans’ upcoming travel plans, including motivations, budgeting habits, and other considerations.
Politics & Society
Same-sex marriage recognition helps countries attract, retain highly skilled workers
A WSU study found that EU countries that enacted marriage equality kept more highly skilled workers from emigrating to the U.S.
Trust, more than knowledge, critical for acceptance of fully autonomous vehicles
Fully autonomous vehicles are expected to make road travel safer, but a WSU study found that knowing more about them did not improve people’s perception of their risk.
Juneteenth provides opportunity to learn about Black history
The federal holiday can be a time of teaching and learning Black history everywhere, said R. Xach Williams, assistant professor of ethnic studies at WSU.
Election administration performance linked to counties’ economic, racial makeup
Voters who are neither wealthy nor white are more likely to live in counties with fewer resources available to make sure ballots are counted on time, a new election index revealed.
Reports & Updates
Cyberattack against third-party vendor may affect some WSU students
WSU has been notified by claims processor Change Healthcare that personally identifiable information from Cougar Health Pharmacy users may have been exposed in a massive data breach.
Celebrating Pride Month
WSU System President Kirk Schulz shares a message of encouragement and support for national Pride Month.
Reflecting on the spring semester
In a letter to the WSU community, President Kirk Schulz emphasizes the university’s commitment to free speech and the importance of recognizing our shared humanity.
Incoming provost shares message
T. Chris Riley-Tillman will coordinate with WSU’s deans to host college-wide meetings this fall.