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The student voice of Washington State University since 1895

The Daily Evergreen

The student voice of Washington State University since 1895

The Daily Evergreen

Plant biologists Andrew McCubbin and Sian Ritchie, pictured here, moved to Pullman in 2001. They are both faculty in WSU’s School of Biological Sciences.

From Penn State to Pullman, plant biology is root for WSU professors

ALEXANDRIA OSBORNE, Editor-in-chief June 9, 2021

Plant biology was the factor that lured two WSU faculty members all the way from across the pond to Pullman, with a stop in between. Andrew McCubbin, associate professor in WSU's School of Biological...

Castaneda may not be pursuing a council seat at this time, but he still hopes to be involved in his community.

WSU graduate hopes to create new opportunities for hometown

ALEXANDRIA OSBORNE, Editor-in-chief May 26, 2021

WSU alumni Eduardo Castaneda cast his name into the running for council in Quincy, Washington, but withdrew from the race in the best interests of the town.  Castaneda said there are seven...

Lee gained the courage to pursue her passion after being diagnosed with cancer.

Intrigue owner brings unique vendors to region

CARSON HOLLAND, Evergreen columnist May 26, 2021

Intrigue owner Carrie Lee fulfilled a lifelong dream of opening and operating her own store.   The store is located in Moscow, Idaho on Main Street and offers merchandise from around the world....

Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, Heim worked to bring in people from fields psychology majors often went into. This provides students with career paths they could take after graduation.

WSU adviser molds advising experience to students

ALEXANDRIA OSBORNE, Editor-in-chief May 19, 2021

Chioma Heim started working in the WSU Department of Psychology when she moved back to Pullman in 2016.  Heim, academic adviser and academic coordinator, was five years old when she moved to Pullman....

Brown loves capturing couples that are in love because they look at each other like their worlds revolve around each other.

Photographer captures ‘tangible’ love

ALEXANDRIA OSBORNE, Editor-in-chief April 27, 2021

As spring commencement creeps closer, seniors have been out and about taking their graduation photos.  Liv Brown is a wife, mom and photographer based in Spokane, Washington.  Brown...

This couple bought a house in Pullman as an investment because they thought the hotels would be booked for WSU football games.

Couple buys house in Pullman to attend football games

ANNIE HAGER April 27, 2021

Living in a college town with contagious energy from students makes it hard to feel old.  WSU alumni David Schneider said Pullman is a paradise for 18- to 22-year-olds.  When he went to...

The team moved to a new barn during the pandemic and it was a good time to make the transition. It gave them easy access to the wheat fields.

Equestrianship teaches real-life skills and discipline

JENAE LAXSON, Evergreen roots editor April 22, 2021

The WSU equestrian team successfully and safely competed during the COVID-19 pandemic. The equestrian team started back in the 1980s but “kind of faded away,” said Emma Spencer, member and fourth-year...

Fisher was part of same sorority as grandmother, attended an event called Royal Flush at Martin Stadium; Pietila retired on five acres in Whitman County

Western graduate keeps ties to Pullman, WSU

ALEXANDRIA OSBORNE, Editor-in-chief April 22, 2021

Whitman County creates a home-like community, with multiple generations of Cougs filing in and out throughout the years. Retired school administrator Jeff Pietila, is a part of a family full of Cougs.“My...

Schools normally hold competitions to raise money. Due to COVID-19 there were no competitions, and the libraries are relying more on donations this year.

Whitman County Library District kicks off National Library Week with penny drive

ELIZA CALLIS April 13, 2021

The Whitman County Rural Library System is holding a penny drive as part of National Library Week. National Library Week is April 4-10, but the Whitman County Library will run their fundraiser through...

New kinesiology program director wants to inspire undergraduates to pursue research

New kinesiology program director wants to inspire undergraduates to pursue research

ALEXANDRIA OSBORNE, Editor-in-chief April 13, 2021

Robert Catena wants to improve upon the current kinesiology program at WSU by applying the university for a doctorate-level program. Catena, director of the kinesiology graduate program, was hired at...

Visitors have reported hearing ghosts. Guests say they see them in windows.

Perkins House undergoes restoration

ELIZA CALLIS April 8, 2021

The Perkins House in Colfax was built in the 1870s, making it the oldest building in Whitman County. Today, the house operates as a museum and is undergoing a restoration to its foundation. Whitman...

WSU has placed in the competition over the last several years. This is a testament to the strength of the program.

WSU Construction Management team takes first in national competition

ELIZA CALLIS April 1, 2021

The WSU construction management student team brought home the first place trophy in the Associated Schools of Construction competition in February.  The ASC competition is the largest construction...

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