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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

The chemistry department designed a plan for online labs. The plan includes watching a video of the lab and using data provided by instructors.

Instructors describe their transition to online teaching

BRADLEY GAMBLE, Evergreen reporter April 7, 2020

While most students and professors worried about how to resume lectures and exams through online instruction, chemistry professors worried about continuing their labs. WSU announced all classes would...

Rochelle Dach, Access Center assistant director, said the WSU office is closed and tutoring is conducted over online Zoom calls.

Access Center continues accommodations online

MADYSEN MCLAIN, Evergreen roots editor April 3, 2020

One WSU Access Center employee says the move to online classes removes barriers for some students with disabilities. Rochelle Dach, Access Center assistant director, said the center’s physical office...

Gov. Inslee extends stay-at-home order until May

Gov. Inslee extends stay-at-home order until May

LUKE HUDSON, Evergreen reporter April 2, 2020

Gov. Jay Inslee extended the emergency stay-at-home order until May 4, in an effort to slow the spread of COVID-19 in Washington. The order will last until 11:59 p.m. on Monday, May 4, according to...

Phil Weiler, vice president of marketing and communications, said WSU is limiting the amount of staff hired to conserve money.

WSU suspends university leadership raises

JAKOB THORINGTON, Former Evergreen reporter April 2, 2020

WSU is freezing salaries for executive leadership to prepare for potential economic turmoil as a result of COVID-19.  The university announced this decision in an email from the Office of the...

Charlie Powell, instructor for Murrow College of Communications, said he supports pass/fail grading options for students who need it. He said he will analyze the progression of each of his students.

Undergrad students may choose alternate grade system

AMAAN RAHMAN April 2, 2020

Students now have the option to choose a pass/fail grading system. According to the WSU’S COVID-19 website, the deadline to choose a pass/fail grading system is June 1. The choice is made on a course‑by‑course...

Environmental Sustainability Chair Patrick Robichard said ESA will host an online sustainability challenge.

ASWSU still to celebrate Earth Month

JAKOB THORINGTON, Former Evergreen reporter April 2, 2020

All of the ASWSU’s Environmental Sustainability Alliance’s (ESA) planned events for Earth Month were cancelled because of COVID-19, but the virus will not stop them from celebrating the Earth and...

Matthew Sutherland, vice president of legislative affairs, said his hope is for GPSA to donate money to Dissmores to help graduate students pay for groceries.

GPSA prepares for future with COVID-19 implications

MADYSEN MCLAIN, Evergreen roots editor March 31, 2020

The WSU Graduate School dean addressed questions from GPSA senators about operations affected by Governor Jay Inslee’s “Stay Home, Stay Healthy” order.  Dean Lisa Gloss said the graduate...

Project director for Crimson Community Grants Kelly Demand, center, said there is no deadline to apply for aid but encourages students to apply when they have need.

Emergency grant to help students during COVID-19

ANGELICA RELENTE, Evergreen editor-in-chief March 30, 2020

WSU students who are facing a financial emergency amid the COVID-19 pandemic can receive additional funding through the Crimson Community Grants. “Our definition of ‘emergency’ is really any...

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.

New rules for pass/fail class options

AMAAN RAHMAN March 28, 2020

Editor's Note: This article has been updated from a previous version, which had stated WSU would not allow pass/fail options. This was clarified in the story using the transcript of the teleconference,...

Conner Zimbelman, sophomore construction management major and Phi Sigma Kappa member, said Greek members have to abide by specific rules while staying in the house.

WSU Greek members talk about changes in Greek life due to COVID-19

BRADLEY GAMBLE, Evergreen reporter March 27, 2020

Editor's Note: This story was updated to add and clarify information about the service requirements for members of the Greek community. Normally, when students return from spring break they expect...

Pullman Fire Chief Mike Heston said firefighters are wearing personal protective equipment while on call.

Pullman first responders prepare for COVID-19

EMMA LEDBETTER, Evergreen news editor March 26, 2020

Pullman Fire, Pullman Police and WSU Police are practicing new protocols and following guidelines that include social distancing to prevent the spread of COVID-19.  Pullman Fire Pullman Fire...

Students sit in the stands of the Beasley Coliseum.

WSU postpones May commencement

EMMA LEDBETTER, Evergreen news editor March 25, 2020

Students received an email Wednesday morning announcing May commencement will be postponed for all WSU campuses due to restrictions on large group gatherings. Graduates will have two opportunities...

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