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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

Students and community members line up around the Beta Theta Pi house to offer condolences after the death of fraternity member Dashiell Mortell.

Greek community offers valuable support

GEANA JAVIER, Evergreen columnist January 24, 2017

I am a member of Alpha Omicron Pi, and a close friend of mine was Brock Lindberg, 21-year-old student and Pi Kappa Phi brother found dead in his bedroom on Oct. 24, 2016. The comfort I received...

Becoming involved in ASWSU allows students to have a voice in the budget process. The ASWSU Senate attends a weekly meeting on Jan. 11.

Balancing a student-driven budget process

TYLER LAFERRIERE, Evergreen columnist January 19, 2017

You may not be able to judge a book by its cover, but you can judge a university by its budget process. WSU aims to be world-class in its fiscal transparency, but that does not mean the process maximally...

Gov. Inslee proposed a by-mile tax that would require drivers to report their mileage.

A by-mile tax may not work for the public

HARRISON CONNER, Evergreen columnist January 19, 2017

Over the last two months, it seems a day can’t go by without a front page story about a horrible collision on the winter roads. As many of us are from the west side, we have experienced the treacherous...

Poll results and reactions to Milo Yiannopoulos visit

Poll results and reactions to Milo Yiannopoulos’ visit

January 18, 2017

The Daily Evergreen Facebook readers respond to a poll asking the question: Do you think Milo Yiannopoulos should be allowed to speak at WSU, given his history of controversial commentary regarding...

Timonae Taylor counter-protesting the Trump wall demonstration on Oct. 19 on the Glenn Terrell Friendship Mall.

Yiannopoulos is counterproductive to WSU

BASHEERA AGYEMAN, Evergreen columnist January 17, 2017

Milo Yiannopoulos, a white nationalist invited by the College Republicans, will speak at Washington State University on Jan. 19. Yiannopoulos is an avid Trump supporter and is sympathetic toward dangerous...

Being focused on material wealth is commonly mistaken as selfishness, but it is greed.

Take care of yourself this semester, be more selfish

HARRISON CONNER, Evergreen columnist January 17, 2017

This Christmas season, it felt as though I couldn’t take my trash out without Charles Dickens popping his head out of the bin and jeering at me about how there’s more to life than money. It’s...

There are many health benefits to having regular sex, such as improved self-esteem and healthier-looking skin.

Regular sex increases sexual expression

EMILY HOGAN, Evergreen columnist January 12, 2017

Beginning with Elvis Presley swinging his hips in 1956, sexual expression was publicized. The way he danced was perceived as obscene and overtly sexual, but Elvis’ dancing is modest in comparison...

A student walks downhill through snowfall away from the Glenn Terrell Mall on Jan. 10.

Respect those you share the road with

ALEX DAVIS, Evergreen columnist January 12, 2017

We college students have a bad reputation for acting carelessly when crossing the street and driving, regardless of the time of year. But now that it’s ridiculously cold and snow is covering the...

Over the long term, there may be more benefits to saving money instead of utilizing loans and credit.

When federal interest rates increase, students save

As if spare change were not a gag in and of itself, mine eventually reaches a jar labeled “college tuition,” as if a little saving a day could finance college anymore. Unlike previous generations,...

Poor grades can be a harsh wake-up call when partying every night of syllabus week.

How-to for a successful semester

BASHEERA AGYEMAN, Evergreen columnist January 10, 2017

It’s a new semester, and though we’re coming back to the same cold climate, we’re coming into new classes with new expectations and standards. If you’re struggling to create a game plan, here...

Stay curious, Coug graduates

Let me impart to you my greatest congratulations. In particular, I offer my admiration and accolades to those walking with master’s degrees and doctorates.No doubt your degree path has been fraught with...

The WSU Crimson Girls perform at the beginning of the second quarter during the Sept. 17 University of Idaho game at Martin Stadium.  

Crimson Girls should reflect WSU’s diversity

It’s the Apple Cup – you’re having a good time at the game, celebrating WSU pride against our biggest rivals, the University of Washington. When the second quarter rolls around, you’re waiting...

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