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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

DEYANIRA TOVAR, Evergreen columnist

Deyanira Tovar is a junior digital technology and culture major from Bellevue, WA.

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Considering many people on the Pullman campus are under artificial lighting most of the day, so the transition to a different kind of bulb will be no small change. LEDs offer cost efficient lighting while fluorescents offer health benefits, a mix of the two is best.

WSU should keep fluorescent bulbs in dorms

DEYANIRA TOVAR, Evergreen columnist
April 16, 2019
Those who need to arrive daily to the Pullman campus by car are charged hundreds of dollars just to be able to park. The WSU buses are an option for some, but where they run and for how long limit their effectiveness and some students need cars just to get to school.

Include partial WSU parking prices in tuition

DEYANIRA TOVAR, Evergreen columnist
April 15, 2019
People from many different backgrounds enroll at WSU, so it’s important programs meant to assist students are accessible to everyone and the faculty is trained to treat people when they come in with problems related to that background.

WSU needs specialized mental health programs

DEYANIRA TOVAR, Evergreen columnist
April 10, 2019
Organic, local produce is in limited supply in Pullman. Any student concerned over the pesticides used in the food offered at WSU dining halls would have to get far from campus to find something that suits them. This can be solved by growing our own fresh produce.

Make an edible garden on the Pullman campus

DEYANIRA TOVAR, Evergreen columnist
March 26, 2019
The accumulation of waste is a serious hazard to the health of any environment, not to mention being an eyesore. Banning plastic bags is the first step to stopping this overflow from becoming worse than it already is.

Ban plastic bags to preserve the pretty Palouse

DEYANIRA TOVAR, Evergreen columnist
March 7, 2019
These candidates have constantly worked toward meeting groups around campus, asking on their views on what should be done in ASWSU. In office, they will continue this practice to address the biggest issues these groups face.

Mariela-Camille candidates strive for improved representation across WSU, more inclusivity within ASWSU

DEYANIRA TOVAR, Evergreen columnist
March 6, 2019
RAs can only commit so much time to their residents, but they should be encouraged to spend more of it helping them.

Compensate resident advisers for longer hours than required

DEYANIRA TOVAR, Evergreen columnist
February 28, 2019
Cats and dogs are used as test subjects on a variety of substances, these tests at times causing serious trauma. The least we can do is provide a home for them when we can.

Give research animals chances at homes through adoption

DEYANIRA TOVAR, Evergreen columnist
February 27, 2019
The effects of climate change are global, but actions can be taken now to reduce damage.

Preparation for the effects of climate change needs to start

DEYANIRA TOVAR, Evergreen columnist
February 26, 2019
The staff of La Alianza work toward the representation of more members of the Latino community in positions at WSU. With these examples, other Latino individuals will be encouraged to pursue college.

Minority students need relatable role models

DEYANIRA TOVAR, Evergreen columnist
February 21, 2019
Both WSU students and survivors of sexual assault and harassment around the country have come forward on social media with the hashtag #metoo.

WSU should provide better resources for assault victims

DEYANIRA TOVAR, Evergreen columnist
February 15, 2019
Many WSU students receive aid from the Access Center, though some are not given the amount of leniency in scheduling they need. This is because professors have a set number of absences, regardless of physical inability to make it to class.

Access Center should set attendance, not professors

DEYANIRA TOVAR, Evergreen columnist
February 14, 2019
Human composting gives an option to those wanting to leave little environmental impact. This method parodies the natural decay process, bringing nutrient to the soil.

Allow human composting for the environmentally conscientious

DEYANIRA TOVAR, Evergreen columnist
February 7, 2019
Addiction in college is too often overlooked, present facilities at WSU offering few programs to spread awareness on the issue. More systems need to be in place to help expand the amount of support available to those looking to beat addiction.

Create more addiction resources at WSU

DEYANIRA TOVAR, Evergreen columnist
January 31, 2019
FAFSA’s system fails financially independent students

FAFSA’s system fails financially independent students

DEYANIRA TOVAR, Evergreen columnist
January 24, 2019
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