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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
MIKAYLA FINNERTY

MIKAYLA FINNERTY, Staff Reporter and Social Media Consultant

Mikayla is a journalist, illustrator, and photographer for The Daily Evergreen. She is the Social Media Editor for Spring 2022. She is a multimedia journalism major and plans to graduate in 2023. Mikayla enjoys reading, baking, and drawing in her free time. 

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Its that time of year again folks, commencement is just around the corner. Ask Emma has some useful advice for all you soon-to-be Coug graduates.

[Photo] Ask Emma: I’m scared to graduate

April 21, 2022
Women Who Misbehave is a collection of 10 stories about women of all ages committing an act of rebellion.

[Photo] "Women Who Misbehave" author comes to Moscow

April 21, 2022
IRS? More like Irritating Revenue Service?

[Photo] Satire: Next year, I'll just commit tax fraud

April 21, 2022

Street Talk: munchies edition

April 14, 2022
Culture editor explores cannabis culture at WSU and in Pullman area.

[Photo] Leditor: WEED better talk about this week

April 14, 2022
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Under the Controlled Substance Act of 1970, marijuana is listed as a Schedule I controlled substance, meaning it poses very high risk for addiction and has few medical benefits.

[Photo] OPINION: US government’s misguided War on Drugs

April 14, 2022
In an introductory performance before the contest, women were asked to take the stage to celebrate womans roles through Native American History.

[Photo] Pah-Loots-Puu Powwow is back on the Palouse

April 14, 2022
On the back wall of Grander Goods, customers can fill up containers with any quantity they need. In the center of the room, there are pump-able liquid cleaning supplies, shampoos and more.

Fill, weigh and pay the sustainable way

April 7, 2022
On the WSU Pullman campus, Cougs Give will have a photo booth from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on April 13 on Glenn Terrell Mall.

[Photo] WSU Foundation hosting 7th annual Cougs Giving Day next week

April 7, 2022
WSU Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage month events include traditional tattoo workshop, cultural nights, food demonstrations and more.

[Photo] Traditional tattoos, AAPI events to do

April 7, 2022
It is important for students to ask someone to review their resume because one of the first things an employer looks for is a professional document, said ASCC career coach Judy Hopkins.

[Photo] Career coach shares resources for students, advice for resumes

April 7, 2022
The nonprofit organization, Rural Development Intiatives, recently granted the Palouse Library $2,000 to support their new game night series.

[Photo] Books and board games

April 7, 2022
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Inflation and decreased enrollment rates, both of which are connected to the pandemic, influenced WSU’s proposal to increase tuition rates by 2.5%.

[Photo] Tuition increases reflect inflation, minimum wage

April 7, 2022
A cardboard cut out of famous movie star Danny DeVito welcomes guests while sporting KUGR merchandise.

[Photo] KUGR: opening doors in world of sports

March 31, 2022
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These are four brands to consider to take your spring wardrobe (and the earth!) to the next level.

[Photo] OPINION: Wear sustainable this spring!

March 29, 2022
Rapper 24kGoldn will headline this years Springfest, with opener Bankrol Hayden.

[Photo] SEB hosts 2022 Springfest

March 28, 2022
At this point, my bracket is the who-will-not-win prediction.

[Photo] Satire: March giving me Madness

March 24, 2022
Mindful Monday will offer yoga and other activities to de-stress during the end of the semester.

[Photo] Mindful Monday mental health help

March 24, 2022
Love really is a game sometimes. But when we turn it into a competition where every contestant needs perfect scores, the game starts to become a little rigged.

[Photo] OPINION: Lower your dating expectations

March 24, 2022
Adam and Eve, located on Northwest Whitman Street, offers a variety of adult novelty goods, March 8.

[Photo] Adam and Eve celebrates first month in Pullman

March 10, 2022
Ryan Laws Egret, is displayed at Dahmen Barn as part of the Bird Brained exhibit.

[Photo] Birds in the Dahmen Barn

March 10, 2022
Titled Bluebird & Flowers, Jane Estocin-Klabiers piece is part of the Bird Brained exhibit at Dahmen Barn.

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Broken Wing, by Ryan Law. Laws work is one of many. part of the Bird Brained exhibit at Dahmen Barn.

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The Kenworthy Performing Arts Center was full of parents and children eager to hear Eija Sumners live reading of Crocodile Hungry last weekend. Free stickers created from the illustrations of John Martz were also available.

[Photo] A local author, a hungry crocodile

March 10, 2022
The Kenworthy Performing Arts Center was full of parents and children eager to hear Eija Sumners live reading of Crocodile Hungry last weekend. Free stickers created from the illustrations of John Martz were also available.

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The five members of the team have worked to gather information and create a campaign for lymphoma awareness using all their public relations knowledge.

[Photo] Public relations team enters national contest, hopes to make a difference in community

March 7, 2022
Are colleges in this region ready for the end of mask mandates? Onlt time will tell.

[Photo] OPINION: Saying goodbye to an old friend – my face mask

March 10, 2022
STEM courses will be taught in English to help with fluency.

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Oralism is the teaching of deaf people to communicate via speech and lipreading, while manualism is the teaching of deaf people to communicate via sign language

[Photo] American Sign Language Duet: Controversy of oralism versus manualism

March 3, 2022
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The sights, sounds and tastes of New Orleans are coming to Pullman from Feb. 25 - March 2.

[Photo] Mardi Gras madness in downtown Pullman

February 24, 2022
House Bill 1659 is under review by the executive session of the Washington State Senate committee on higher education and workforce development.

[Photo] State legislature considers increased grant amounts to offset college tuition

February 24, 2022
It can be hard to navigate relationships as a young adult, especially when the relationships portrayed in popular media are not always the healthiest.

‘Is It Love, Actually?’

February 17, 2022
Curating a capsule wardrobe is a great way to embrace sustainability with style.

[Photo] OPINION: Gender-neutral capsule wardrobe for anyone, anytime

February 17, 2022
Genome editing gives researchers an opportunity to look at what genes are involved and how they are involved in certain processes by eliminating the gene. This allows researchers to see the impact on physiology, growth and reproduction, said Lisette Maddison, Core Director of the Gene Editing Reagent Core and assistant professor.

[Photo] Researchers study meeting fish demands, reducing ecological consequences

February 17, 2022
My Letter to the World by Chloe Hall, ninth grade, hangs on display at the Libey Gallery, Feb. 12.

[Photo] Young Colfax artists take center stage

February 16, 2022
Forrest Moose by fifth grader Adam Schaefer of Jennings Elementary hangs on display at the Libey Gallery, Feb. 12.

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Public art cannot be removed due to public complaint, according to Pullman City Council policy.

[Photo] Thomas Jefferson painting movement up to library director discretion

February 14, 2022
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Encanto touches the hearts of WSU students and many across the world.

Surveys in: We love ‘Encanto’

February 10, 2022
Growing up with siblings helps children develop social skills with people their own age. Only childen often miss out on this experience.

[Photo] OPINION: Children should not grow up alone

February 10, 2022
It is time to take a long, hard look at who we want to be holding legislative power over womens bodies.

OPINION: Protect our right to abortion

February 3, 2022
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The Whitman County Library branch in Colfax already received several donations on the first day of the annual Food for Fines program, yesterday, Feb. 2, 2022 in Colfax, Washington.

[Photo] 'Food for Fines' returns to Whitman County Libraries

February 2, 2022
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Washington State Patrol’s main responsibility when it comes to these types of cases is to post a list of missing people in the state for the public to see.

[Photo] Washington State Patrol sees sharp increase in missing persons since start of pandemic

February 1, 2022
If a popular individual or leader in the workplace leaves or gets fired, connected individuals might leave the organization or become disinterested, Pappas said.

[Photo] Theoretical model links networking to workplace turnover

February 3, 2022
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With neither side listening to the other, negotiations are like arguing with a brick wall.

[Photo] OPINION: America must seek middle ground for Ukraine-Russia conflict

February 10, 2022
It is time to take a long, hard look at who we want to be holding legislative power over womens bodies.

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Two LocoGrinz employees ringing up a customer during Friday night rush.

[Photo] Hawaiian cuisine in the Palouse food scene

January 27, 2022
Owner Crystal Gayles (left) shows participants how to use the Kangaroo bounce shoes as they warm up for their bounce fitness class on January 22, 2022, at SBS Fitness Studio and Juice Bar.

[Photo] Bounce into a 'juicy' new workout

January 27, 2022
Owner Crystal Gayles (left) shows participants how to use the Kangaroo bounce shoes as they warm up for their bounce fitness class on January 22, 2022, at SBS Fitness Studio and Juice Bar.

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There are multiple ways to meet new people in Pullman, whether it be through virtual or in-person means.

[Photo] Ask Emma: How do I meet people in Pullman?

January 19, 2022
A privately funded system puts money ahead of public trust.

[Photo] OPINION: Time to restore balance in campaign funding

January 20, 2022
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The Cougar Food Pantry brought groceries to 126 students over winter break.

[Photo] Cougar Food Pantry continues growing, feeding students

January 12, 2022
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Positive thinking can go a long way in helping you create the reality you want.

[Photo] OPINION: Manifesting your dream reality easier than you think

January 18, 2022
However, there are potentially dozens of other genes, that, when mutated, could cause cancer, Magnuson said.

[Photo] Science Explained: What causes cancer?

January 13, 2022
WSU Pullman and Vancouver welcome new buildings to their campuses.

[Photo] Facilities Services makes way for new buildings

January 10, 2022
Saying goodbye can be hard, but Ask Emma is here to help.

[Photo] Ask Emma: I'm not ready to leave Pullman

December 9, 2021
The 63rd annual Pancake Breakfast and Music Fest is the perfect way to support your community while enjoying a meal.

Kick off the holidays Kiwanis style

December 3, 2021
Surprisingly, in a society where love is at the forefront of socializing, we are ridiculed for feeling incomplete without it.

[Photo] Love your loneliness

November 29, 2021
Palouse Librarys Annual Turkey Leg Fundraiser and fun run will take runners through the heart of downtown Palouse.

Gobbel, gobbel, go faster

November 18, 2021
A plate by artist Kassie Smith sits on display at Dahmen Barn Sunday in Uniontown, Washington.

Plates to feed the soul

November 11, 2021
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Attendees and their furry friends are encouraged to arrive in costume for the Howl-oween fundraiser.

A ‘Tail Waggin’ good time

October 28, 2021
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Tai Verdes performs at the CUB Senior Ballroom on Oct. 11, 2021, in Pullman.

Tai Verdes concert more than ‘A-O-K’

October 14, 2021
Time to break out those puffy jackets and snow boots — winter is coming.

[Photo] Ask Emma: How do I get ready for the cold weather?

October 14, 2021
The Spooky Trail Tales trailhead greets visitors before they head into the woods at the Elberton Hiking Trail near Garfield, Washington.

Take a walk on the scary side

October 7, 2021
A group of LEGO fans construct their haunted house Saturday morning at the LEGO building challenge in Garfield.

Ready, set — LEGO!

September 30, 2021
Everyone expereinces anxiety a little differently, but the right tools can help you manage it.

Multiple faces of mental breakdowns

September 23, 2021
Panelists Mark OEnglish, Sylvia Bullock and Amir Gilmore discuss the history of holidays at WSU and how to celebrate them in a respectful and culturally sensitive manner.

[Photo] CCE hosts history of holidays discussion panel

September 16, 2021
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