Unintended consequences: Graphic anti‑smoking ads may nudge people toward vaping
In the absence of similar warnings about e‑cigarettes, smokers may see them as a healthy alternative to smoking, according to new research.
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Campus & Community
Study abroad expands Sofia Ramirez’s path
A WSU Tri‑Cities student says study abroad experiences in Panama and Italy transformed how she views business, leadership, and her own career possibilities.
Ring in the Moment: WSU Health Sciences launches bell ringing tradition for students
With generous support from STCU, the Spokane campus features a new landmark honoring the transition from student to health professional.
WSU to host annual Plant Cell Dynamics Meeting June 2–5
A key colloquium within the field of plant cellular biology, the gathering in Pullman is the first time this event has been held in the western United States.
Upgrades will take the student dining experience to the next level
Dining Services has begun a multi-year renovation of Southside Café that will modernize the space while delivering critical infrastructure upgrades to one of the most heavily used facilities on the Pullman campus.
University Affairs
WSU announces new partnership with LaunchNW
A new partnership between WSU and LaunchNW is helping connect more students with scholarships, advising, and campus support services from high school through graduation.
Regents approve university’s FY27 operating budget
Members of the WSU Board of Regents approved key budgets for the upcoming fiscal year and major capital projects on the Pullman and Spokane campuses during Monday’s special meeting.
WSU Board of Regents host special meeting May 18
The public portions of the meeting, which is taking place virtually, will be livestreamed and recorded for subsequent viewing.
Regents approve two new degree programs, honor Sam Hunt during May 7 meeting
The two new degree programs are a Master of Science in Food Manufacturing Technologies for WSU Global Campus and a Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence for Pullman.
WSU-related Podcasts
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WSURP participants pre-retirement seminar
Are you considering retiring? Join a pre-retirement seminar to assist you in your planning. Topics include: Retiree Medical, Dental, and Life Insurance Enrollment Processes Medicare and Social Security Voluntary Employee’s Benefit Association Medical Expense Plan (VEBA MEP) Annual Leave Payment Voluntary Investment Programs Retirement Income Wednesday, June 10 2–4 p.m. The Zoom link and more information is available […]
Department of Retirement System participants pre-retirement seminar
Are you considering retiring? Join a pre-retirement seminar to assist you in your planning. Topics include: Retiree Medical, Dental, and Life Insurance Enrollment Processes Medicare and Social Security Voluntary Employee’s Benefit Association Medical Expense Plan (VEBA MEP) Annual Leave Payment Voluntary Investment Programs Retirement Income Thursday, May 21 9–10 a.m. The Zoom link is available online. We hope […]
Awards & Achievements
Carson College of Business celebrates faculty, staff, and PhD student success
Outstanding faculty, staff, and graduate students were honored at the college’s annual awards celebration.
Voiland College of Engineering and Architecture names outstanding faculty and staff
More than a dozen faculty and staff members were recognized for achievements during the college’s convocation ceremony.
Nghia Hoang receives NSF CAREER award for AI research
As part of the approximately $600,000 award, Hoang will work to improve the way that large AI models propagate information, making it easier to assess their reliability.
Governor’s Outstanding Leadership Award nominations now open
WSU employees seeking to nominate their peers are asked to reach out to Human Resource Services to ensure all the nomination requirements are provided as part of the process.
Science & Technology
WSU study offers realistic look at the future of sustainable aviation fuel
The United States could feasibly produce enough sustainable aviation fuel to meet roughly two‑thirds of its 2030 federal target, but getting there will require overcoming major hurdles, according to a new WSU‑led study.
New Meyer’s Point grants support environmental research and hands‑on learning
The grants will fund research and education at the WSU-owned field station, located just north of Olympia in one of Washington’s fastest-growing regions.
New WSU app provides free, local weather data to ag industry, general public
WSU’s AgWeatherNet has launched a free new app that provides detailed local weather forecasts and agriculture-focused data from hundreds of weather stations across Washington.
Fulbright France highlights WSU professor’s global energy impact for America’s 250th
Bin Yang was featured by the Franco-American Fulbright Commission during America’s 250th anniversary celebrations for his international work advancing sustainable fuels, bioeconomy research, and global energy security.
Food & Agriculture
New WSU raspberry breeder to continue career goal of helping farmers
Germán Sandoya-Miranda aims to develop improved varieties and work closely with growers to help Washington farmers boost yields and adapt to evolving challenges.
Trio of USDA grants will help WSU scientist make food safer, reduce waste
The three projects led by WSU’s Kang Huang aim to improve food safety and cut waste by targeting harmful microbes across every stage of food production.
WSU bee scientist hosting international pollinator conference in Pullman
The June conference will bring global experts together for the first North American meeting of a group focused on tackling honey bee colony collapse around the world.
Extreme microbe may change how apples are protected
A compound derived from an extreme microbe is being tested by WSU researchers as a potential new way to protect apples from fire blight and Listeria.
Health & Medicine
Unintended consequences: Graphic anti‑smoking ads may nudge people toward vaping
In the absence of similar warnings about e‑cigarettes, smokers may see them as a healthy alternative to smoking, according to new research.
First Master of Healthcare Administration and Leadership graduates ready for today’s challenges
A new WSU healthcare leadership program is already helping professionals improve patient care, streamline operations, and tackle challenges facing healthcare systems.
WSU study finds high prevalence of hantavirus in some parts of Pacific Northwest
Nearly a third of rodents in the Palouse showed evidence of past infection with the Sin Nombre virus, which can be fatal in humans.
Students build medical school training devices
Three teams of senior-level bioengineering students worked with students in the Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine on the year-long projects to improve medical education and patient care.
Veterinary Medicine
WSU seeks to curb deadly pneumonia threatening bighorn sheep recovery
This spring, a team of WSU veterinarians, researchers, and students will begin connecting with small flock owners near bighorn sheep habitat to offer free ongoing disease surveillance.
WSU veterinary student Ammasie Allred earns international theriogenology honor
Allred has been named a 2026 Nandi Scholar, earning one of two $5,000 international awards recognizing final-year veterinary students who demonstrate exceptional promise in theriogenology.
Undergrad researchers drive discovery in the College of Veterinary Medicine
Hands‑on research opportunities in the college are enabling students to contribute directly to major discoveries, including a recent Nature study.
A crafty way to support WSU’s mission to end rabies
A Massachusetts craft artist is turning handmade creations into funding for dog vaccinations in Africa, supporting the university’s efforts to eliminate rabies deaths.
Arts & Culture
Art speaks to recent WSU graduate Hai Xing Lewis
A high school art history class helped set Lewis on a path to studying Renaissance works in Florence and pursuing a future career in museum work.
Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art WSU acquires 80 photographs by Kristin Capp
The acquisition expands the museum’s photography holdings while strengthening connections to local agricultural and cultural landscapes.
Seeing through paper: Light sheet reveals printing in MASC’s early books
A new light sheet at WSU’s special collections is helping researchers peer inside centuries-old books, revealing clues to their origins and history.
Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art WSU announces four spring exhibitions
Running March 31–June 27, the exhibitions invite visitors to observe shifting light and engaging works that unfold through sensory awareness.
Business & Economics
Global Campus helps Eugenio Padilla pursue leadership goals
Balancing work and family responsibilities, Padilla used the flexibility of online learning to earn his business degree, opening the door to new leadership opportunities.
WSU online MBA programs highly ranked by CEO Magazine
The WSU Carson College of Business’ online and executive MBA programs ranked in the top ten in the United States.
Smart solutions for home, wealth and health sweep Business Plan Competition
The annual WSU competition awarded top honors to student ventures tackling challenges in homebuilding, health care, finance and sustainability, with Opulence AI earning the $10,000 grand prize.
Propel gift empowers aging business management innovation
The $50,000 gift is helping WSU’s Granger Cobb Institute expand brain health screenings, end-of-life care training, and workforce education to improve healthy aging outcomes in the region.
Politics & Society
WSU’s Sutton named Carnegie Fellow for project on Satan in American politics
History professor Matthew Sutton is one of 24 fellows selected for prestigious honor intended to explore social division and foster unity.
Christianity in America: A conversation with historian Matthew Avery Sutton
The WSU historian explores how Christianity has shaped American culture in a new book tracing the religion’s evolving role in the nation’s past and present.
Indian Consulate General Prakash Gupta visits WSU
Gupta said agricultural technology is a field where an exchange of resources, research, faculty, and students could greatly benefit both countries and WSU.
Solar schools shine on Washington students
A WSU-led solar program is helping rural Washington schools cut energy costs while reinvesting the savings into programs that support low-income students and strengthen their communities.
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.