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

Go Smoggy!

Satire: WSU announces mascot change as smoke rolls in

CARSON HOLLAND, Evergreen columnist September 15, 2022

President Kirk Schultz recently made waves at his speech outside Martin Stadium when he announced that WSU will be taking on a new mascot to replace Butch: Smoggy the Smoke Cloud.  “Smoggy really...

The passing of Queen Elizabeth II has resulted in widespread mourning.

OPINION: Passing of Queen Elizabeth reminds us to reflect on our values

ISABELLE BUSCH, Evergreen reporter, columnist September 15, 2022

I was in my plant physiology lecture, busily filling out a study guide when I saw the headline: Queen Elizabeth II has died.  At first, it seemed wholly unreal. I was near tears. She was such a...

No matter where you were or if you were born yet, all Americans stand united in their remembrance of 9/11.

OPINION: We must never forget 9/11

ISABELLE BUSCH, Evergreen reporter, columnist September 11, 2022

Around the world, if you are my age or younger, you did not exist when 9/11 shook America.  I was not born when the planes struck the twin towers. I was not watching when first responders rushed...

Superfan Jeremy T. Cougar was the final fan in the Crim-Zone on Saturday. Congrats, Jeremy!

Satire: Out of the frying pan, into the Crim-Zone…

KESTRA ENGSTROM, Managing editor September 8, 2022

The Cougar Marching Band occupied the Crim-Zone during the 2021 football season, but were booted this year when football's student leadership decided that it was creepy and too distracting how they all...

Nuttall’s cottontail, the common garter snake, wild lupine and pioneer violet are all native Palouse species.

Book Review: My Favorite Nature Books

ISABELLE BUSCH, Evergreen reporter, columnist September 8, 2022

I am going to start off with a controversial statement: books are just like movies. What I mean is, although there are thousands upon thousands of them, it is rare you find a really enjoyable one....

Star Wars has amassed countless fans with countless opinions in the decades since its debut.

Joey’s Top 10s: The Ultimate Star Wars List

JOEY FRANKLIN September 8, 2022

Star Wars. Ya love it or ya hate it. Most fans of the franchise are more critical of it than people who do not care to watch them. Here is my ranking of every Star Wars movie (Excluding the feature-length...

Author Delia Owens even has some experience with criminal accusations...

Book Review: ‘Where the Crawdads Sing’ a beautiful coming-of-age story about family, independence, sacrifice

MIA PUZZO, Evergreen columnist September 1, 2022

One thing about me is I crave a good book doused in mystery. It is true, I was once fooled by the pink skies and the serene water that paint the front cover of “Where the Crawdads Sing” by Delia Owens....

Customers look for items to buy at Michelles Closet, Aug. 27, in Pullman, Wash.

OPINION: Thrift shopping has shifted to luxury; consumers have power to change this

ANNABELLE PEPIN, Evergreen columnist September 1, 2022

Fashion is arguably the leading aspect of popular culture. Trends come and go, but the clothes themselves are here to stay. Second-hand shopping gives a second chance to clothes, without contributing to...

WSU head coach Jake Dickert speaks to his players after the 2022 Spring Game, April 23, at Martin Stadium.

Satire: WSU Football to recruit fans to start Saturday

CARSON HOLLAND, Evergreen columnist September 1, 2022

Head coach of the WSU Football team, Jack Dickert, issued a press release that they would begin recruiting fans to play in their Saturday matchup against the University of Idaho.  “We were surprised...

Founded in 1971, Steely Dan is lead by Walter Becker and Donald Fagen.

Joey’s Top 10s: Top 10 Steely Dan songs of all time

JOEY FRANKLIN August 29, 2022

Probably the most technically perfect band ever, Steely Dan has only ever consisted of two concrete members, Donald Fagen and Walter Becker. The rest of the instruments are played by a rotation of session...

Dragons, Civil War, Intrigue, oh my!

TV Show Review: ‘House of the Dragon’ is return to form for ‘Game of Thrones’

CARSON HOLLAND, Evergreen columnist August 25, 2022

Not only will this review of the first episode of “The House of the Dragon” not be spoiler free, it will also touch upon the old “Game of Thrones” show. If you have not finished it up or have not...

Calling on readers: What will our media legacy be?

KESTRA ENGSTROM, Managing editor August 25, 2022

Thanks to the rapid-fire attacks of information and the seemingly endless onslaught of content brought on by the digital age, Gen Z's attention span has been affectionately compared by some to that of...

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