The student voice of Washington State University since 1895

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

Thomas Neubig explains the benefits of possible tax reform and what it would take to become reality.

Visiting economist explains new tax bill to students

ANGELICA RELENTE, Evergreen editor-in-chief November 30, 2017

A country's tax system is a reflection of their priorities, a visiting tax policy expert and economist told students and faculty during an on-campus symposium Wednesday. Thomas Neubig, founding member...

John Dawson, a custodial lead, wipes the mirror in a Food Quality Building bathroom. Rather than work steadily in one area, Dawson helps wherever needed. “I have a different challenge every day,” he says.

Upkeeping with the custodians

CODY COTTIER, Evergreen reporter November 30, 2017

John Dawson rolls his cart into a bathroom in the Food Quality Building, keys jingling as he walks, and pulls on neon orange latex gloves. First he cleans the toilet, next the urinal. Then he moves...

City of Pullman bonds pass thanks to secondary voting rule

IAN SMAY, Evergreen reporter November 30, 2017

The two City of Pullman bonds that appeared on the ballot earlier this month passed due to a secondary voting rule in Washington’s constitution. The bonds will pay for a new city hall, senior center...

Senior crisis and risk communication major Emma Kurtenbach performs a song from the musical Dear Evan Hansen.  Kurtenbach says she performed the song with the intention of telling survivors that they are not alone.

‘Our voices will shatter stigmas’

JESSICA ZHOU, Evergreen assistant news editor November 29, 2017

A hand-lettered banner draped below a row of drawings and paintings read: “Sometimes we have to take things in our own hands. Sometimes that is ourselves.” WSU students and community members submitted...

Member of the College Republicans, Stuart Walsh, argued that a national concealed carry permit, which students on campus could use, could overcome mass shootings.

Political clubs argue gun rights, debate healthcare

JENNIFER FORSMANN, Evergreen reporter November 29, 2017

In their first debate of the semester, WSU Young Democrats and College Republicans went head-to-head on healthcare, renewable energy, tax reform, the opioid crisis and gun control Tuesday night. Quinton...

Regents OK two research buildings

Regents OK two research buildings

FORREST HOLT, Evergreen news editor November 29, 2017

WSU’s Board of Regents met for two days at the Vancouver campus just before Thanksgiving break to give final approval for building designs, set forth a lobbying agenda and consider a letter of disapproval...

Amy Allen, author and scholar from Penn State University, discusses the role of feminism in the 2016 presidential election and how it may evolve under the Trump administration.

Professor explains importance of feminism under Trump presidency

DEENA MIGLIAZZO, Evergreen reporter November 28, 2017

A visiting speaker told students that Americans are living in a country that is run by an unqualified, temperamental, inappropriate man who has bragged about sexually assaulting women and belittled disabled...

Local astronomers express concern over the construction of a cell tower that would limit views of stars.

Stargazers, citizens defend dark skies, native Palouse prairie

JESSICA ZHOU, Evergreen assistant news editor November 28, 2017

It takes a little over a mile of uphill driving and unlocking and relocking several gates along the way to reach the highest point of Bald Butte, 30 minutes south of Pullman. Deer graze nearby and coyotes’...

Vice President of Student Affairs Mary Jo Gonzales says the university is working on reimbursement for RDA and all residence and dining halls will remain open.

Grad students question budget cuts

FORREST HOLT, Evergreen news editor November 27, 2017

During their last meeting of the semester, GPSA senators asked Vice President of Student Affairs Mary Jo Gonzales to uphold crucial graduate student protections. Gonzales emphasized more transparency...

A poster, which originally read “It’s OK to be white,” was scratched out and replaced with “Love will always win,” as seen Monday morning.

‘It’s OK to be white’ posters reappear on campus

IAN SMAY, Evergreen reporter November 27, 2017

A second wave of posters reading “It’s OK to be white” were found posted on the Glenn Terrell Friendship Mall on Monday morning. Passersby wrote on or altered the posters before Facilities Services...

30 new bike racks coming to campus

DEENA MIGLIAZZO, Evergreen reporter November 27, 2017

Starting this spring, WSU Transportation Services will add or replace about 30 bike racks around campus. All of the bike racks will be heavier duty, with some mounted on walls and some covered to protect...

Cars on Stadium Way moved slower than usual due to icy road conditions caused by heavy snowfall in the beginning of the spring semester. Due to the icy road conditions, some cars slipped while on the road.

WSU prepares for winter season

ANGELICA RELENTE, Evergreen editor-in-chief November 27, 2017

As the temperature begins to drop, WSU Facilities Operations Grounds Department will be assisting students and faculty by clearing pathways during the upcoming winter season. Eric Slocum supervises...

Load More Stories