In a message sent to the WSU Health Sciences Spokane community on Aug. 2, university leaders outlined assistance for affected students and employees and thanked those responding to the fires.
Additional information and resources for students and employees are available on a dedicated Emergency Support Resources page on the WSU Spokane website. Those who wish to donate in support of impacted students can make a gift to the WSU Health Sciences Emergency Fund or the WSU Health Sciences Campus Pantry.
Dear WSU Health Sciences students, faculty, and staff,
The Spokane Area Fires continue to affect communities across our region. We know that many members of our Health Sciences Spokane community have experienced evacuations, property loss, disruptions and understandable concern for family, friends, and neighbors.
If you have been impacted, please know that WSU has resources available to help. We encourage you to reach out if you need support.
Employees can find information and FAQs on HRS’s Wildfire and Air Quality web page or reach out to hrs@wsu.edu for additional assistance.
Students who have been affected by the fires or need support are encouraged to contact the Dean of Students Office at deanofstudents@wsu.edu.
We are deeply grateful to the firefighters, emergency responders, health care professionals, and volunteers who continue to serve our communities with extraordinary dedication.
Please continue to follow guidance from local emergency officials, stay informed about evacuation notices, and take the steps you need to keep yourself and your loved ones safe.
The Cougar community has always responded to difficult moments by showing up for one another. Thank you for supporting your classmates, colleagues, neighbors and friends during this challenging time.
Sincerely,
Betsy Cantwell
President
Chris Riley-Tillman
Provost and Executive Vice President
Julie Akers
Interim Dean
College of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences
Anne Mason
Interim Dean
College of Nursing
Jim Record
Dean
Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine
