University Communications Mailing Services Tip of the Week

When designing a mail piece please keep in mind the mailability of the piece.

Black or dark red envelopes do no process easily through WSU Mailing Services equipment or through USPS equipment.
Anything other than a return address, a recipient address, and postage on the front side of your mailpiece may cause a delay in delivery.
The minimum size for a mail piece is 5 inches long by 3.5 inches high and the maximum letter size is 11.5 inches long by 6.125 inches high. The maximum size for a postcard is 6 inches long by 4.25 inches high.
The recipient’s address should always be parallel to the long edge. If it’s perpendicular to the long edge, the USPS charges a surcharge of $0.21 per piece.
There is a maximum thickness for letters and large envelopes. Contact your coordinator at University Communications for help if you have any questions about your design (ucomm.wsu.edu/print).

For more information contact University Communications at 335-2365, email joyr@wsu.edu, srigby@wsu.edu or visit ucomm.wsu.edu/mailing.

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

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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