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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

Katherine Rodela, assistant professor at WSU Vancouver’s College of Education, said the main takeaway from the study is that the culture and struggles people of color grew up with are what makes them strong leaders.

LATINX RESILIENCY

ANGELICA RELENTE, Evergreen editor-in-chief April 23, 2020

From fourth grade until 12th grade, it was normal for Gregorio to pick asparagus every morning before heading to school. “It was a part of his life,” said Katherine Rodela, assistant professor at...

Councilmember Brandon Chapman says many businesses have put good practices in place to reduce the spread of COVID-19.

Financial recovery top issue discussed by city officials, residents

LUKE HUDSON, Evergreen reporter April 22, 2020

Pullman public officials said the city is concerned about a drop in sales tax revenue from restrictions brought about by COVID-19 during a virtual town hall Tuesday. Mike Urban, Pullman director of...

A sign outside the Pullman Islamic Center after COVID-19 pushed Gov. Jay Inslee to order residents to stay home.

Local churches, mosque adjust to ‘new reality’ of COVID-19

MADYSEN MCLAIN, Evergreen roots editor April 22, 2020

When Gov. Jay Inslee issued the executive order to stay home, it left religious leaders questioning how they would conduct their day-to-day services. “I think all of the churches feel the ache...

Linda Vargas, Undocumented Inititatives ambassador and sophomore environmental science major, said the DACA renewal fund brings the cost down to $250.

Undocumented students voice concern over lack of federal aid during pandemic

BRADLEY GAMBLE, Evergreen reporter April 20, 2020

When the United States government announced that undocumented immigrants would not be receiving any stimulus checks, it caused worry among community members, including many WSU students. Linda Vargas,...

Scholars discuss voting politics in a pandemic

Scholars discuss voting politics in a pandemic

LAUREN ELLENBECKER, Evergreen reporter April 17, 2020

Political scientists discussed the politics of voting in a pandemic and possible voter suppression during a Thomas S. Foley Institute online forum Thursday. Cornell Clayton, WSU Foley Institute director,...

ASWSU President Quinton Berkompas said he formed a hazing policy review committee.

ASWSU Senate confirms new associate justice

JAKOB THORINGTON, Former Evergreen reporter April 16, 2020

The ASWSU Election Board chair will be moving to the Judicial Board as an associate justice next semester. “I had a great experience as the Election Board chair but my passion really does lie with...

Food donations to the WSU Office for Access and Opportunity food pantry wait to be packaged for students.

WSU provides ‘one-stop-shop’ for students to pick up food

MADYSEN MCLAIN, Evergreen roots editor April 15, 2020

Food pantries across WSU Pullman pooled their resources to provide one place for students to pick up food and hygiene supplies. Anna Schilter, principal assistant to the Dean of Students, said the...

WADDL tests pets for COVID-19

WADDL tests pets for COVID-19

ANGELICA RELENTE, Evergreen editor-in-chief April 14, 2020

The Washington Animal Disease Diagnostic Laboratory began testing pet animals early April to determine if pets have COVID-19.  “This will give us a clearer picture of this disease’s interaction...

Matthew Sutherland, vice president of legislative affairs, said the campus-wide safety project will include a blue light crosswalk and blue light station.

GPSA contributes to safety project, student grocery program

MADYSEN MCLAIN, Evergreen roots editor April 14, 2020

GPSA senators approved $10,000 to go toward a campus-wide safety project, as well as $5,000 for a student grocery-subsidy program on Monday night.  Matthew Sutherland, vice president of legislative...

ASWSU President Quinton Berkompas said he formed a hazing policy review committee.

Strategic plan revised after receiving community feedback

BRADLEY GAMBLE, Evergreen reporter April 13, 2020

The second draft of the 2020-2025 WSU system strategic plan includes new revisions based on feedback received from the WSU community. The revisions include eliminating “coded” language and focusing...

WSU President Kirk Schulz said he believes the university will return to face-to-face instruction in the fall.

Second virtual town hall covers COVID-19 updates

LAUREN ELLENBECKER, Evergreen reporter April 11, 2020

WSU officials discussed topics ranging from WSU employment, student aid and resources, academic deadlines and student living during a virtual town hall on Friday. University faculty discussed changes...

WSU sports management students planned a virtual 5k race using the MapMyRun app.

Students plan virtual 5K for Lauren McCluskey Foundation

EMMA LEDBETTER, Evergreen news editor April 11, 2020

Ten WSU sports management seniors planned a virtual 5K race to raise money for the Lauren McCluskey Foundation,  Between April 4 and 11, individuals who download the MapMyRun app can participate...

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