GIESO Applications Open

The President’s Commission for Gender Identity/Expression and Sexual Orientation is accepting applications and nominations for new members from all WSU campuses. GIESO is also accepting nominations for the following roles: Chair (2017-2018), Chair-Elect (2017-2018, transitions to Chair from 2018-2019), Secretary (2017-2018), and Historian (2017-2018). Applications and nominations are due by Tuesday, April 11.

GIESO’s purpose is:

To advise the president and the chief diversity officer on matters relating to needs and concerns of the campus communities related to gender identity, gender expression, and sexual orientation
To identify and advocate for policies and services in support of issues regarding gender identity, gender expression, and sexual orientation
To inform campus communities about the University’s policies, initiatives, priorities, plans, and services regarding issues of gender identity, gender expression, and sexual orientation

For applications or more information please contact John Nugent at jnugent@wsu.edu or (509) 335-7182.

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WSU hosts 50th Murrow Symposium on April 6, featuring industry leaders and livestream access

April 3, 2026

Over three days, the symposium will feature keynote speakers, nationally recognized journalists, industry panels, and interactive student experiences.

By Brett Atwood, WSU Murrow College of Communication