Campus & Community

Undergrads take center stage at SURCA

On March 30, the CUB Senior Ballroom will be filled with posters on research and creative activities from the full spectrum of WSU’s academic enterprise as part of the annual Showcase for Undergraduate Research and Creative Activities.

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A student presents on her research at the annual SURCA event.

WSU Tri-Cities hosting events celebrating Black History Month

WSU Tri-Cities will host a series of events in February to celebrate advocacy efforts and to raise awareness about the African American experience in the Tri-Cities in honor of Black History Month.

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WSU cougar logo.

SACNAS aims to build support among underrepresented scholars

A first generation college student is working to revive WSU’s chapter of The Society for the Advancement of Chicanos/Hispanics and Native Americans in Science, an organization focused on helping Chicano/Hispanic and Native American undergraduates and graduate students attain advanced degrees.

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Veronica Garcia presents her research paper entitled, “Examining Mindfulness and Body Image in the Context of Yoga."

Beach Watchers training available to protect Puget Sound

“Immerse Yourself in the Puget Sound” is a program designed to train volunteers to join the Beach Watchers. Volunteers should be beach lovers who want to help protect Puget Sound’s waters, wildlife and landscape in Snohomish County.

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People doing environmental work on a beach

March 25: Three Minute Thesis returns

This year’s 3MT will take place on Wednesday, March 25 at 1:00 p.m. in the Spark Atrium on the Pullman campus. Prizes, in the form of travel awards for research conferences, will be $3,000 for the winner, $1,500 for second place and $500 for third.

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Last year's 3MT winner, Sheena Dong, center, stands with other 3MT contestants, WSU President Kirk Schulz.

Bust the winter blues with a high dose of self-care

Cold weather and shorter days during winter can leave even the best of us feeling tired, cranky and unmotivated. WSU students, faculty and staff have been working on ways to improve mood and mental health.

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Mike Chan using exercise equipment next to a therapy light.