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The student voice of Washington State University since 1895

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LAUREN PETTIT

Lauren Pettit is a sophomore from Selah, Washington, pursuing a degree in humanities.

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Vendors at the Palouse Area Garage Sale will also be selling clothing.

[Photo] 80 garage sales in one

April 26, 2023
The vibes seem off on this dating app, which seems like a last ditch effort after Tinder and Bumble.

[Photo] OkCupid: Dating app review

September 1, 2021
a graphic showing an individual in a group. It is clear the individual is anxious

[Photo] Ask Emma: How do I interact normally with other people?

August 26, 2021
One survey shows that although the number of women earning degrees in engineering has increased in the past 20 years, womens participation remains well below that of men at all degree levels and in all fields of engineering.  

[Photo] Women in STEM need university support

August 19, 2021
WSUs priority should be ensuring students get their degree and have a safe campus experience no matter what happens this academic year by providing them adequate guidance and support.

[Photo] International students’ choice to be vaccinated should not impact education

August 19, 2021
Staying considerate of the people around us will help us safely continue with in-person learning. 

[Photo] Students must take all COVID-19 precautions

August 19, 2021
American Horror Story is a 10-season show with an incredibly inclusive and diverse cast. Nothing beats a show that evolves with current events.

[Photo] ‘American Horror Story’ is a superior show

July 23, 2021
Vendors at the Palouse Area Garage Sale will also be selling clothing.

[Photo] Community center to host yard sale

July 21, 2021
The university has approximately 45,000 HIPAA-compliant Zoom licenses currently in use. 

[Photo] WSU Zoom accounts, meetings now HIPAA compliant

July 19, 2021
A party game played among friends brings out the worst in them all, with hatred for each other and themselves laid out on the table in a way that makes you wonder what makes the movie worth watching.

[Photo] Movie ‘The Boys in the Band’ is confusing mix of emotions

July 16, 2021
Having all of the information needed for the story can be helpful. Trying using an outline to get started.

[Photo] Ask Emma: How do I make myself write?

July 14, 2021
Pullman residents are coming together across the city to demand air conditioning units. No one should have to make do with fans in the boiling heat.

[Photo] Satire: Recovered from heatwave, Pullman residents riot for change

July 12, 2021
The movie is definitely worth it. Go out and splurge on some expensive theater snacks.

Cruella is more than just a dog napper

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July 7, 2021
The market will include vendors such as Moscow Brewing Company. There will also be volunteers from Moscow High School.

[Photo] Get acquainted with old, new vendors at Tuesday Community Market at its new home

July 7, 2021
Getting comfortable with silence is important for relationships when it comes to compromise.

[Photo] Ask Emma: I talk way more than my significant other

July 7, 2021
Compared to the beloved film The Goonies, this movie lays the groundwork for understanding the importance of respecting culture, history and sacred land.

[Photo] Movie Review: Every American should watch ‘Finding ‘Ohana’

July 5, 2021
Having a pen pal can promote mindfulness.

Pen pals 101: Getting started writing

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June 30, 2021
Dealing with a significant other who is mentally absent or difficult to communicate with can be the downfall of a good relationship.

[Photo] Ask Emma: How do I make my boyfriend care about me?

June 30, 2021
Reading astrology is a form of art. Everyones is unique to them.

Astrology can be used for self-improvement

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June 23, 2021
WSU recently announced the transition from Blackboard to Canvas for the fall 2021 semester.

[Photo] Canvas training to be held virtually Tuesday

June 21, 2021
The show builds a dramatic plot for viewers by incorporating comedic, interesting and insightful characters.

‘Avatar: The Last Airbender’ offers messages to many age groups

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May 26, 2021
Pettit advises people to eat healthy meals and avoid the scale. She also practices Zen, mindfulness and meditation for her mental health.

Time to ‘break free’ of diet culture

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May 19, 2021
Russian Blue surprises columnist with insane hunger to the point she stole Taco Bell.

Russian Blue’s love for food

LAUREN PETTIT
April 29, 2021
Phineas and Ferb arent the only ones who know how to have a great summer.

[Photo] OPINION: Satire: Hot ways to enjoy summer 

April 29, 2021
Instead of just focusing on how mental processes influence goal-directing behaviors in children, the researchers believe studies should focus on what is going on around the child and how that influences their thinking.

[Photo] Goal-directed behaviors in children may be affected by outside factors

April 29, 2021
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[Photo] OPINION: Seniors advise undergrads to enjoy final years

April 29, 2021
“I am looking forward to having the virtual commencement, I know it is virtual and will not be the same as it would be in person, but I’m still looking forward to that and the other commencement activities.”

[Photo] OPINION: Senior shares hopes for graduation, beyond

April 29, 2021
Animal Crossing: New Horizon took the title for one of the best videogames.

Animal Crossing: New Horizon is the game of 2020

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April 22, 2021
Columnist ranks rap album highly because lyrics are similar to poems and stories.

[Photo] Search for the Greatest: To Pimp a Butterfly

April 22, 2021
Rheumatoid arthritis causes inflamed joints. Over time, the disease affects vital organs, like the heart and liver, as well.

[Photo] Newly discovered protein helps rheumatoid arthritis symptom

April 22, 2021
It is very difficult for many students to find the motivation to finish the semester out strong.

[Photo] OPINION: Students deal differently with virtual finals stress

April 21, 2021
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[Photo] OPINION: Shining a light on LGBTQ+ sexual assault

April 15, 2021
A researcher says preventative methods of sexual assault are important, but ultimately, rape culture needs to be changed to lower the number of sexual assaults.

[Photo] Researcher studies sex offenders' mindsets

April 15, 2021
Mint book club highlights unique books with peoples experience with sexual assault.

[Photo] Mint Book Club: SA month

April 15, 2021
This album reminded columnist of the apocalypse and that its surrounding the world every day.

[Photo] Search for the Greatest: F♯ A♯ ∞

April 15, 2021
The Emmanuel Baptist Church distributed food for two weeks in February and March, as well as on April 7.

[Photo] Pullman Farmers to Families distributing food next week

April 13, 2021
Whitman, Cowlitz and Pierce counties will roll back to Phase 2 starting April 16.

[Photo] Whitman County rolls back to Phase 2

April 12, 2021
Were all under the same mission: we want to get out of COVID, and we want to get back to whatever our new normal life is going to be,” said Theresa Kwate, Palouse Medical executive director. 

[Photo] Palouse Medical administers over 4,000 vaccines since December

April 9, 2021
An integral aspect of Family Weekend is enjoying WSU Pullman and surrounding communities. Despite the online environment, families will still be able to have that sense of community. 

[Photo] WSU Family Weekend begins today

April 9, 2021
During a pandemic, there is a lot of uncertainty. This leads to a lack of trust in a vaccine because people may have questions about how the vaccine was created or think it might be dangerous.

[Photo] Good doctor-patient relationships increase vaccination rates during pandemics

April 8, 2021
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Many students are excited to receive the vaccine soon, especially since its a sign that things will return to normal.

[Photo] OPINION: Are WSU students going to take advantage of the COVID-19 vaccine?

April 8, 2021
Its becoming increasingly difficult to stay engaged during regular Zoom meetings, but is a Zoom meeting on Zoom fatigue really the best way to learn how to deal with it?

[Photo] OPINION: Satire: The irony of a Zoom meeting on Zoom fatigue

April 7, 2021
After reading The Diary of Anne Frank, Jeff Mangum wrote one of the most interesting albums, according to columnist.

[Photo] Search for the greatest: In the Aeroplane Over the Sea

April 8, 2021
Columnist reviews Board of Canadas album, and found that the interludes tied everything together.

[Photo] Search for the greatest: Music Has the Right to Children

April 1, 2021
Who wouldnt love the handsome mariachi man on the Tapatio bottle?

[Photo] OPINION: Satire: My strange addiction to Tapatio

April 1, 2021
An artist was hired to create a visual depiction of Tamira Tapatias home

[Photo] OPINION: Satire: My strange addiction to Tapatio

April 1, 2021
Over 545,000 people in the U.S. have died from COVID-19, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s COVID Data Tracker.

[Photo] WSU class teaches students how to deal with death 

March 29, 2021
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[Photo] OPINION: Is the junior writing portfolio necessary? 

March 18, 2021
College students are really going through that (not) “Summertime sadness” this semester.

[Photo] LETTER: Spring breakers turn spring broken

March 18, 2021
The question lies within ourselves, is it crazy to believe there is more out there?

[Photo] OPINION: Is there really an alternate universe?

March 18, 2021
Metallica spent time in Denmark creating this album to grow their musical styles.

[Photo] Search for the greatest: Master Of Puppets

March 18, 2021
Whats the best way to start liking conflict? Do you become a ball of fire, or simply learn to speak up?

[Photo] SATIRE: (Don't) Ask Gemma: How to deal with work-related conflict

March 17, 2021
Music comes in many different mediums.

[Photo] OPINION: "Without music, life would be a mistake”

March 17, 2021
Students can take the survey every two years. In 2019, the WSU response rate for seniors was 24 percent while the first-year student response rate was 26 percent.

[Photo] National student engagement survey open until mid-May

March 15, 2021
“Crying in H Mart,” “Wow, No Thank You.: Essays” and “Wild” are our Mint Book Club picks for the month of March.

[Photo] Mint Book Club: Women’s history month

March 11, 2021
Stratosphere reminds this Evergreen columnist of the drive to Pullman.

[Photo] Search for the greatest: "Stratosphere"

March 11, 2021
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All patriarchal stereotypes aside, men should be able to express their emotions without feeling judgment from other men.

[Photo] OPINION: Boys do cry

March 10, 2021
Find a couple of friends or roommates and go out to eat. Take advantage of the $5 off and, you know, help out a local business, said Alex Pan, ASWSU director of community affairs.

[Photo] Third Restaurant Week kicks off

March 8, 2021
More than 20 program providers are participating in the event. Students from all campuses and majors are welcome.

[Photo] Upcoming event provides study abroad information

March 8, 2021
What lies behind those glowing eyes, and what is in those solo cups?

[Photo] OPINION: Satire: FBI classifies frats, sororities as cults

March 4, 2021
Campus resources supply a food pantry to students experiencing food-insecurity.

[Photo] OPINION: Bring awareness to food scarcity among students

March 4, 2021
With this simple how-to, you wont have to spend $1000 like Cindy Mancini did

[Photo] Don't let red wine spills ruin your night

March 4, 2021
“Anybody coming to campus is still required to attest that they havent been experiencing COVID-19 symptoms, and people still have to wear masks.”

[Photo] OPINION: Facing our return to in-person learning

March 4, 2021
Daughters broke up in 2009, but after eight years were reunited.

[Photo] Search for the greatest: You Won't Get What You Want (YWGWYW)

March 4, 2021
In a 2018 study, it was found that 19.7% of Whitman County residents were suffering from food insecurity.

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Social media has become one of the most popular ways to stay connected with friends.

[Photo] OPINION: Social media is needed more during pandemic than before

March 3, 2021
The COVID-19 virus likely cannot infect breast milk, so breastfeeding is probably not risky. Now, researchers are studying possible vaccine side effects in breastfeeding women.

[Photo] Mothers pass SARS antibodies to babies in milk

February 25, 2021
Like any person, professors deserve recognition for what they do, whether teaching in an online format or in-person.

[Photo] OPINION: Express gratitude toward your professors

February 25, 2021
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[Photo] OPINION: Satire: How to lose a guy in two hours

February 25, 2021
These societies are not untouched, but are isolated by choice.

[Photo] OPINION: Will providing vaccines to isolated societies benefit or harm them?

February 24, 2021
Struggles resulting from the pandemic have also been down-played, and many students do not feel their problems are significant enough to get therapy.

[Photo] Use of telemental health rises while individuals cope with pandemic

February 23, 2021
People who express disgust at things like rotten meat or stepping in dog poop are not as likely to get infected with a pathogen.

[Photo] People who feel more disgust less likely to be infected

February 18, 2021
A dark moment in history took place not even one week into 2021.

[Photo] OPINION: Those are insurrection words: What we can learn from the Capitol riots

February 17, 2021
The Mental Health Series will cover a wide range of subjects, including features on community members mental health experiences.

[Photo] Letter from the Editors: Mental Health Series launches this week

February 16, 2021
The drafted comprehensive plan will be completed by June or July, then presented to the public. Around December, it will be presented to the county commissioners for approval.

[Photo] County to revitalize goals, priorities for land development

February 15, 2021
Turn on the Bright Lights scored a 10 out of 10 review by our columnist.

[Photo] The search for the greatest: Turn on the Bright Lights

February 11, 2021
There is no predicted timeline for when a university will be selected or when work can begin because the bill is frequently being adjusted. 

[Photo] WSU considered in bill for greater law enforcement transparency

February 11, 2021
In places where dogs are used for herding, people are not as close with their dogs. Researchers also found that women have more affectionate relationships with dogs than men do.

[Photo] Affection influenced dog domestication

February 11, 2021
Whether at the gym, or in the comfort of your home, you can remain physically active during the pandemic.

[Photo] OPINION: People should use virtual fitness programs, stay active during pandemic

February 10, 2021
Self-care is a form of self-love. Self-love is more important than ever during a time of social isolation.

[Photo] Librarians will host Anti-Valentines Day event for young adults

February 9, 2021
“Mental health is important, but theres not really a way around this right now,” said first-year microbiology major Sydney Cadwell.

[Photo] ‘This too shall pass’

February 4, 2021
Researchers know more about how Mayans manipulated plants because they looked at chemical compounds of plants in ancient drug containers. It seems like Mayans processed tobacco in a similar manner to how it is processed today.

[Photo] Mayans may have used medicinal tobacco

February 4, 2021
Assistant professor at the Murrow College says most of our world exists on Twitter

[Photo] People’s lives begin to look like social media during COVID-19 pandemic

February 4, 2021
Masks could serve as useful following the pandemic.

[Photo] OPINION: Masks should be normalized after pandemic ends

February 4, 2021
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[Photo] Pullman resident arrested after setting off explosive to celebrate new U.S. president

February 2, 2021
Fashion changes every year and people follow changes every decade.

[Photo] WSU’s online resources make learning about fashion accessible

February 4, 2021
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[Photo] Search for the greatest album: OK Computer by Radiohead

February 4, 2021
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[Photo] Whitman County confirms 75 new COVID-19 cases

January 30, 2021
The trend has been to move away from standardized tests in admission and focus on a holistic process, like considering extracurricular activities, said Paul Francis, executive director of the Washington Council of Presidents.

[Photo] SAT, ACT requirements waved for incoming class of 2021

January 29, 2021
This year, the competition is specifically looking for submissions relating to Trevor Noah’s book “Born a Crime.

[Photo] Submissions for art competition close Jan. 29

January 25, 2021
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[Photo] Whitman County confirms three deaths, 91 new COVID-19 cases

January 23, 2021
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[Photo] Coug Store developed strategies to thrive online

January 21, 2021
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