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The Daily Evergreen

The student voice of Washington State University since 1895

The Daily Evergreen

The student voice of Washington State University since 1895

The Daily Evergreen

North Paw members and WSU music students discuss how they got together Wednesday afternoon at the Kimbrough Music Building.

Local band wants to expand influence

VONNAI PHAIR, Evergreen reporter April 29, 2019

Three inspired WSU music students formed local band North Paw a few months ago. The band now includes Joel Roeber, Alex Welch, Joe Ballestrasse, James Carter and Michael Adams. Welch, the drummer and...

“Each year attendees enjoy a traditional tea service, complete with savory and sweet treats,” says Dulce Kersting-Lark, executive director for the historical society.

Local group to hold high tea this weekend

SAM SCHMITKE, Evergreen reporter April 26, 2019

The Latah County Historical Society will host a tea party Sunday at 2 p.m. in the historic McConnell Mansion, complete with bite-sized delicacies and artisan teas from around the world. Dulce Kersting-Lark,...

An underpass designed by students of landscape architecture professor Steve Austin would offer recreation in an underdeveloped part of Spokane.

Landscape architect pushes his students to serve communities, design for greater good

TATIANA MEAOLE, writer April 26, 2019

Steve Austin, WSU Architecture professor and landscape architect, said he believes we need to hold open discussions on climate change. “As long as we’re not talking about it, we’re not moving...

T-Pain performs during the 2019 SEB Springfest on Friday night at Beasley Coliseum.

Students should vote for artists at Springfest for more enjoyable experience

MILA WIDMAYER, Evergreen columnist April 24, 2019

With another year of Springfest having come and gone, students are left divided on how the concert went. If you have a strong opinion about it, you should vote. “It’s important for [Student Entertainment...

Kenny Ficklin, or Playroom Toons, played an original song that just hit 14,000 plays on Soundcloud for Springfest on Friday at Beasley Coliseum.

Openers battle nerves at Springfest

MAGGIE QUINLAN, Evergreen reporter April 22, 2019

He had 20 minutes before he would open for T-Pain, and DJ James Salley couldn’t find his headphones. Salley ran up the stairs to the Beasley Coliseum stage, checked the DJ controller and ran back...

Band North Paw performs Saturday night at the KZUU house show. They played a disco and R&B set.

House show energizes crowd with local acts

ZACH GOFF and MAGGIE QUINLAN April 22, 2019

About 100 people attended KZUU’s first official house show Saturday. The event was alcohol- and drug-free but had a party atmosphere, as many KZUU members are close friends, and the intimate space...

“This is kind of the first experiment,” next semester’s KZUU general manager Sovann Robinson says. “Next year we’ll play with it, see what works and what doesn’t, but for sure this will be a recurring thing.”

KZUU to host house show tomorrow

ALANA LACKNER, Evergreen managing editor April 19, 2019

Student-run radio station KZUU will fill a local house with music Saturday night as part of an event that will include four bands from the area. The house show will be the first of its kind. “Friends...

“We are both stubborn people,” Denise Snider, instructor of music and undergraduate adviser says about her and her husband. “That’s the quality it takes — no one is quitting.”

Music instructor couple balance careers, family

ZACH GOFF, Evergreen reporter April 19, 2019

Denise and Dave Snider came together through music. They’ve been married for 33 years, and now their mutual passion has placed them in the same WSU department. “We’ve had a great time together...

Lynne Haagensen combines images of drawings from her travels using a copy machine.

Art exhibit features sketches pieced together

CHLOE GRUNDMEIER, Evergreen reporter April 17, 2019

Lynne Haagensen, retired University of Idaho professor emeritus, used a photocopy machine to combine and enhance her sketches for her exhibit “Wondering” at the Dahmen Barn throughout the month of...

The path will form a double helix to reflect conversation. Walkers will wind up where they started, having traveled a different way.

Pathway to memorialize Kelly Ward

VONNAI PHAIR, Evergreen reporter April 17, 2019

After her passing in 2018, Kelly Ward, a professor and celebrated member of the Washington State University community, will be commemorated with the creation of the Kelly Ward Memorial Pathway. According...

Local artist Andy Sewell auctioned paintings of fish Saturday. This 2013 painting shows his earthy perspective.

Nonprofit holds art auction to support nature

SARINA SHARPE, reporter and columnist April 15, 2019

The Phoenix Conservancy hosted the annual Artists of the Palouse Benefit on Saturday in the form of a silent auction. The event showcased local artwork and drew awareness to the importance of conserving...

Zachary Cartwright, who goes by DJ Grape Vinyl, performs at Etsi Bravo frequently, as does Robmon, a DJ and WSU student.

Graduate student DJ starts studio

ALANA LACKNER, Evergreen managing editor April 15, 2019

When Zachary Cartwright first bought a turntable six years ago, he thought of it as more of a hobby. Now he’s beginning the process of opening a studio in Pullman. Cartwright, who also goes by DJ...

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