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

Jackie Eveland, mother and owner of Building Blocks Child Care, said her daughter is thriving with online learning, but understands how younger children struggle.

Two mothers view schools reopening with mixed emotions

ABBY DAVIS, Evergreen copy chief December 3, 2020

As fall 2020 wraps up for Pullman Public Schools, two mothers and local business owners reflect on managing their careers and their children’s distance learning during the pandemic.  As someone...

“No Record, COVID grade” does not count as a withdrawal and will not limit a student’s ability to repeat a class, said Mary Wack, vice provost for undergraduate education.

WSU adds new grade system

BRADLEY GAMBLE, Evergreen reporter December 3, 2020

WSU created a new grade system for fall 2020 and spring 2021 for students whose academics were affected by COVID-19 related challenges. “No Record, COVID grade” will lessen the impact of a...

The 2021-2022 budget for Pullman was unanimously approved and includes $12,828,179 for transit expenditures and $15,671,838 for law enforcement.

City Council approves money for wildfire victims, budget

MICHELLE PAREDES STRONG, Evergreen reporter December 2, 2020

Pullman City Councilmembers unanimously approved a total of $100,000 for families affected by the Malden and Pine City fires that will be distributed within two years during a virtual meeting Tuesday night....

Some of the businesses that are eligible to receive the money are restaurants, bars, fitness facilities and bowling alleys.

Small businesses to receive $500,000 from county

ABBY DAVIS, Evergreen copy chief December 2, 2020

Whitman County will distribute $500,000 to small businesses impacted by the latest COVID-19 safety and health state regulations.  Businesses eligible to receive the money are restaurants, bars, fitness...

Marcus Poppen, assistant professor of special education, said his research team plans to use the money to learn about how partnering with employers and schools helps students prepare for life after college.

Grant funds employment opportunities for students receiving special education services

ANNA MICHALSON, Evergreen reporter December 2, 2020

A team from the WSU College of Education received a two-year $300,000 grant to prepare students who receive special education services for employment after graduation.  Marcus Poppen, assistant professor...

Glenn Johnson and David Harder make pancakes for the 2016 Kiwanis event.

Annual pancake, music fundraiser to support food security

JENAE LAXSON, Evergreen roots editor December 2, 2020

The Kiwanis Club of Pullman will host a virtual Christmas event Dec. 5, including a narration of "The Night Before Christmas" by Mayor Glenn Johnson. This is Kiwanis’ 62nd annual pancake breakfast...

Whitman County confirms 10 positive COVID-19 cases

Whitman County confirms 10 positive COVID-19 cases

CHERYL AARNIO, Evergreen reporter December 1, 2020

Ten individuals tested positive for COVID-19, bringing the county’s total number of cases to 2,363. Of the new cases, one female and one male are aged 0-19 years, according to a press release from...

The mural design will depend on the artist chosen and the submissions received by the commission.

Pullman Arts Commission searches for mural artist

JENAE LAXSON, Evergreen roots editor December 1, 2020

The Pullman Arts Commission started a search for an artist to design a 120-by-7.5 foot mural with the theme: End Racism Now. The commission will choose an artist through a selection process, but Pullman...

Nonperishable donations made to the Little Free Food Pantry can be placed inside of the cubby at any time or day.

Food pantry available to students, residents on College Hill

ANDREA GONZALEZ, Evergreen reporter December 1, 2020

The Community Congregational United Church of Christ created a food pantry to support food-insecure students. The Little Free Food Pantry is available 24/7 and is located in front of the church at 525...

The Washington State Association represents 150,000 students from 15 college campuses, said Zack Turner, WSA executive director.

GPSA senators express importance of mental health for graduate students

JENAE LAXSON, Evergreen roots editor December 1, 2020

GPSA senators discussed the importance of mental health education and resources available to graduate students during a meeting Monday night. Graduate students believe there is a stigma surrounding...

The algorithm identifies which groups of people to vaccinate to prevent further infection.

Researchers develop algorithm from disease simulation

BRADLEY GAMBLE, Evergreen reporter December 1, 2020

Researchers from WSU and Pacific Northwest National Laboratory have developed a new computer algorithm that can identify regions where vaccines should be distributed to increase immunization. The algorithm...

Whitman County confirms 68 COVID-19 cases over holiday weekend

Whitman County confirms 68 COVID-19 cases over holiday weekend

JAYCE CARRAL, Evergreen reporter November 30, 2020

Sixty-eight individuals tested positive for COVID-19 over the holiday weekend, bringing Whitman County’s running total to 2,353 cases. Of the new patients, six females and six males are aged 0-19 years,...

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