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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

International students should reach out to WSU’s Office of International Programs if they are concerned about returning to in-person learning.

WSU officials, students speak out against international student immigration policy

CHERYL AARNIO, Evergreen reporter July 13, 2020

International students will not be able to stay in the country if they do not take at least one in-person course in fall 2020, according to a statement by the Student and Exchange Visitor Program, part...

Seven-year Pullman resident Jason Kennedy will present his idea to have a mural painted in downtown Pullman during City Councils in-person meeting July 14.

Residents call for action from local legislators

SYDNEY BROWN, Evergreen reporter July 6, 2020

A group of Pullman activists will present how city council can support the Black Lives Matter movements to local legislators. One proposed project is a street-wide mural in Pullman reading “Black Lives...

WSU Athletics Director Pat Chun, left center, said the departments revenue will drop about $6 million. WSU President Kirk Schulz, far right, said he believes football will continue fall semester.

Board of Regents increases tuition; WSU Athletics faces $99 million deficit

SYDNEY BROWN, Evergreen reporter June 29, 2020

The WSU Board of Regents approved the WSU Athletics Budget, increased student tuition by 2.5 percent, and made cuts to President Kirk Schulz’s salary during the virtual meeting on Friday.  Board...

WSU Interim Provost Bryan Slinker said signage will be used to direct students through hallways and maintain social distancing.

WSU officials solidify plan for fall instruction

SYDNEY BROWN, Evergreen reporter June 26, 2020

WSU still plans for in-person fall instruction, but officials confirmed the semester will move to online learning after Thanksgiving. This is among many changes addressed during the WSU COVID-19 Town Hall...

A study examining unemployment during COVID-19 found that women with children, people with disabilities, as well as certain racial and ethnic groups were more likely to lose employment or experience a decrease in hours.

Employment of certain groups more likely to be affected by pandemic, study says

CHERYL AARNIO, Evergreen reporter June 24, 2020

A WSU associate professor interested in the effects of the pandemic and resulting recession authored a paper on groups of people whose employment is more likely to be affected during COVID-19.  Ben...

The president emeritus of University of Wisconsin completed a review of WSU President Kirk Schulz.

WSU President review describes accomplishments, challenges

BRADLEY GAMBLE, Evergreen reporter June 24, 2020

The comprehensive review of WSU President Kirk Schulz lists both accomplishments and challenges he has faced since his appointment in 2016.  The review was conducted by Kevin Reilly, president emeritus...

The August in-person commencement has been canceled due to COVID-19-related concerns. WSU officials have decided gatherings of more than 50 people pose a health risk.

WSU cancels August in-person commencement

EMMA LEDBETTER, Evergreen news editor June 24, 2020

WSU canceled the August in-person commencement ceremony due to health concerns surrounding COVID-19.  Spring 2020 graduates are invited to participate in future commencement ceremonies when the risk...

Humans and other animals shed coronavirus particles when they are infected. These particles are spread throughout the shedders environment.

WSU researchers test environmental samples for coronavirus genetic material

EMMA LEDBETTER, Evergreen news editor June 22, 2020

Testing environmental samples for pieces of RNA, the single-stranded genetic material of coronaviruses, may help WSU researchers determine how long the virus can persist outside a host.  Researchers...

The arid environment of the Cascades allows for large pear, apple and cherry orchards to bloom best in the Wenatchee area, says incoming director of WSUs Tree Fruit Research and Extension Center.

Research center director moves from Puyallup to Wenatchee

SYDNEY BROWN, Evergreen reporter June 15, 2020

The director of the Mt. Vernon and Puyallup WSU research centers will take a permanent position at the WSU Tree Fruit Research and Extension Center based out of Wenatchee, Washington.  Chad Kruger...

Protesters gathered at Martin Stadium and marched to Pullman City Hall where they held a rally in support of the Black Lives Matter movement Friday evening.

Demonstrators march against systemic racism

JAYCE CARRAL, Evergreen reporter June 13, 2020

Around 200 people marched and chanted from Martin Stadium to Pullman City Hall on Friday in support of the Black Lives Matter movement and the fight against systemic racism. Ivy Ndambuki, co-organizer...

Stacy Pearson, vice president of WSUs Finance and Administration, said 2.5 percent is the maximum amount tuition can be increased this year, as allowed by the state of Washington.

WSU proposes 2.5 percent tuition increase for all students

ALANA LACKNER, Evergreen managing editor June 12, 2020

WSU plans to request a 2.5 percent tuition increase for the 2020-2021 academic year. The increase will apply to all students, regardless of residency and undergraduate or graduate status. The only exception...

Since Neill Public Library was founded in 1922 by American Association of University Women, it has been in seven different locations and collected 100,000 books.

‘We find ourselves needing to essentially reinvent ourselves’

LOREN NEGRON, Evergreen editor-in-chief June 12, 2020

Neill Public Library will begin its curbside pick-up service June 15, which will be available 1-6 p.m. Monday to Friday. “It's been really interesting for public libraries because we have spent a...

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