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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

Finding the right balance between school, work and personal time is hard. Emma tackles this topic by suggesting people to intentionally set certain hours to relax and unwind.

Ask Emma: I need a better work-life balance

EMMA LEDBETTER, Evergreen news editor September 17, 2020

Dear Emma,  I'm really struggling to maintain my work-life boundaries, and I’m not really sure the best way to go about fixing that. It's pretty much impossible to take a day off from my job, although...

When you shop at local farmers markets, you could have access to fresher food. You also have the chance to support vendors, like Omache Farms and Smoots Flavor Farm.

How to support farmers market vendors

MATAYA SIEMION September 14, 2020

People should keep their purchases local and learn where food comes from as local farmers markets on the Palouse continue running weekly through October. The Pullman Farmers Market occurs from 3:30-6:30...

Bully For You, a Colfax-based consignment shop, recently moved locations a couple blocks up the street from the former location.

Colfax consignment shop moves locations

SANDI KOBIESA, Multimedia editor September 14, 2020

Bully for You in Colfax made some big changes these past few months. They moved two blocks north of their old location into a larger building.  “We’re obsessed with old buildings and old towns,...

Non-profit raises funds for puppy

JENAE LAXSON, Evergreen roots editor September 10, 2020

Severus, just like any typical German Shephard puppy, loves to play fetch and tug-of-war. However, due to her condition, she cannot play at the level most puppies her age should, said Lori Ammons, volunteer...

Before you go out for your birthday, think about other ways you could celebrate safely, like having a small wine night.

Ask Emma: How do I celebrate my birthday during a pandemic?

EMMA LEDBETTER, Evergreen news editor September 10, 2020

Dear Emma, I’m a senior and I’m about to turn 21. I’ve been waiting to celebrate in Pullman for a solid four years. Obviously, we are in the middle of a pandemic, and COVID-19 cases are rising...

Dr. Jones attended medical school at the University of Washington and then came back to the Palouse to practice medicine.

New clinic offers subscription rates, confidentiality

JENAE LAXSON, Evergreen roots editor September 3, 2020

A medical clinic recently opened in Pullman and with a different approach to healthcare. Dr. Shaleah Jones is a traditional family physician, she said, but she will not be working with insurance companies....

SOLES provides Latinx students studying in STEM a place to learn about professional development, as well as a chance to reach out to high school students interested in WSU.

Student group mentors Latinx students in STEM

MATAYA SIEMION September 3, 2020

The Society of Latinx Engineers and Scientists are revamping their club in hopes of providing more mentoring services and other resources for Latinx students who are pursuing STEM degrees. The main...

WSU student Darya Maysam hopes their GoFundMe page can help fund her mothers chemotherapy treatment for breast cancer.

Student raises funds for mother’s breast cancer battle

HANNAH FLORES August 31, 2020

The first question that came into Darya Maysam's head when her mother was diagnosed with breast cancer was: "How will we pay?" In terms of family, it is just Darya and her mother. As a full-time college...

If the first week of classes already have you stressed out, here are some tips Emma suggests. Some habits include reading your syllabuses and not cramming for exams.

Ask Emma: How do I study for college exams?

EMMA LEDBETTER, Evergreen news editor August 31, 2020

Dear Emma, I’m worried about studying for my classes. I’m a freshman and have never had to study for college exams — let alone college exams online. What should I do to be prepared? I don’t...

Community members used the Whitman County Library as a gathering space, but with COVID-19 restrictions, staff members are getting creative with how to provide books to patrons.

Whitman County libraries open to public again

JENAE LAXSON, Evergreen roots editor August 27, 2020

After months of offering only online resources, the Whitman County libraries announced it will reopen all 14 branches across the county. While the libraries are reopening, the services offered are limited...

Pullman Crossfit manager Scott Parish said the changing state regulations have been the hardest part of keeping the business open during COVID-19.

Local gyms adapt to COVID-19

JOEL KEMEGUE, Evergreen mint editor August 27, 2020

Gyms are one of the many Pullman and Moscow businesses reopening as COVID-19 restrictions are drawn back, but with the ever-present worry about the virus, they’ve had to make changes to provide safe...

Grain growers, like the Northwest Grain Growers in Walla Walla, said the conditions for growing this year have been optimal due to the right amount of rain.

Farmers see high crop yield, lower selling rates

EMMA LEDBETTER, Evergreen news editor August 27, 2020

Farmers in Whitman County are experiencing a fruitful harvest this year, due to a wetter than usual spring.  “This is definitely the highest-yielding harvest I’ve had since I started in 2008,”...

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