From the provost: Reducing classroom materials costs
PULLMAN, Wash. – The task force on reducing costs of course materials for students expects to submit its report soon to identify challenges and potential solutions for students and faculty.
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April 19, 20: Alternatives to expensive course materials
By Nella Letizia, WSU Libraries PULLMAN, Wash. – Rising tuition isn’t the only burden college students face; textbook costs also have increased. Washington State University will host a webinar and educational technology open house April 19 and 20 detailing high-quality, low-cost alternatives to traditional course materials in honor of Open Education Week.
WSU golf course bids 20 percent over estimates
Bids for construction of a new 18-hole golf course at the site of the current nine-hole course on the WSU-Pullman campus were higher than anticipated, according to university officials.Bids were opened late last week. Mel Taylor, director of special projects for WSU’s Office of Business Affairs, said the university still plans to move forward with […]
Student debt, loans, grants and tuition on the increase
Increasing college tuition has proven to be a thorn in the sides of college students and parents nationwide. Now, more than ever, students are watching college costs, as well as the surge in competition for scholarships and grants. “This trend is continuing and, at best, will persist into the near future, if not long term,” […]