women

WSU Tri-Cities Woman of Distinction nomination deadline March 26

By Maegan Murray, WSU Tri-Cities RICHLAND, Wash. – Individuals are encouraged to nominate distinguished female students, staff, faculty members, alumnae or community members who have made notable contributions to the Washington State University Tri-Cities campus through service, teaching or involvement.

U.S. Department of Justice grants $300,000 to WSU Spokane for victim services

By Lorraine Nelson, WSU Spokane SPOKANE, Wash. – A $300,000, three-year grant from the U.S. Department of Justice will enable Washington State University Spokane to enhance what it has to offer victims of domestic or dating violence or stalking.

March 22 reception opens women’s exhibit at WSU

By Nella Letizia, WSU Libraries PULLMAN, Wash. – Before 1900, women were denied entrance to many eastern colleges; but in the West, with fewer people, many colleges were coeducational. This included the small, land-grant Washington Agricultural College and School of Science, today’s Washington State University.

March 6-10: Week of events at WSU recognizes women

PULLMAN, Wash. – International Women’s Day, March 8, has been designated by the United Nations since 1911 to celebrate women’s achievements, struggles and influence. Community members are invited to celebrate with Washington State University March 6-10 with an awards luncheon, artist visit, food/supplies drive and more.