Perspectives column

President’s column: WSU tops Pac-12 for athlete scholars

PULLMAN, Wash. – Washington State University student athletes excel on the field, court, baseball diamond and track, not to mention area rivers. Their success takes hours of hard work, dedication and discipline. Many of them also excel in the classroom. Read all of WSU President Elson S. Floyd’s Perspectives column here.

President’s column: Accreditation report praises assessment progress, outlines need for more

PULLMAN, Wash. – It is with great pride that I write today about the re-affirmation of Washington State University’s accreditation by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.  Congratulations and thank you to all who participated in the development of our Year Three report and virtual progress review last spring.

Safe, respectful workplace critical for productivity, success

PULLMAN, Wash. – Recent headlines tell the story. Instances of workplace violence and bullying are increasing in frequency and intensity in the corporate world, the military, schools, and yes, in universities.   I am writing today to reaffirm that any form of workplace violence or bullying runs counter to the core values of Washington State […]

National partnerships will make jet fuels center a success

PULLMAN, Wash. – Synergy, collaboration and partnership made a Washington State University-led proposal for a new jet fuels center unique and competitive, says President Elson S. Floyd in his newest Perspectives column.   Read it at http://president.wsu.edu/blog/perspectives/2013/09/19/national-partnerships-will-make-jet-fuels-center-a-success/

WSU loses beloved leader Glenn Terrell

The Cougar family lost one of its most beloved leaders this morning with the passing of Dr. Glenn Terrell. He was 93. Terrell served as president of WSU from 1967 to 1985. He was a magnanimous leader who always had the best interests of the students, faculty, and staff in mind. The years of Dr. […]

Students, employees, visiting lawmakers welcomed to WSU

PULLMAN, Wash. – Washington State University’s Week of Welcome is in full gear! With the help of family and friends, students are moving into residence halls, fraternity and sorority houses and off-campus apartments. In Pullman, the Bookie is busy and Pullman Transit buses are full. Similar events are happening at our campuses in Vancouver, Spokane […]