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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
Saydee Phothivongsa, senior public relations and multimedia journalism double major from Nine Mile Falls, Washington. She started working for the Evergreen in spring 2021.

SAYDEE PHOTHIVONGSA, Evergreen news editor

Saydee is a senior public relations and multimedia journalism double major from Nine Mile Falls, Washington. She started working for the Evergreen in spring 2021. 

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Deputy photo editor Hailee Speir in graduation regalia.

Deputy photo editor will tackle Master’s program after graduation

SAYDEE PHOTHIVONGSA, Evergreen news editor
May 3, 2023
Leaving this group of editors will be one of my hardest goodbyes.

Letter from the editor: My love letter to the Evergreen

SAYDEE PHOTHIVONGSA, Evergreen news editor
May 3, 2023
Group photo at Pullman Regional Hospital in front of the Tree of Remembrance mural, Saturday, April 29, 2023.

Pullman Regional Hospital and WSU partner to create memorial project

SAYDEE PHOTHIVONGSA, Evergreen news editor
May 1, 2023
Deceased male found on south side of WSU campus

Deceased male found on south side of WSU campus

SAYDEE PHOTHIVONGSA, Evergreen news editor
April 13, 2023
Ivy Schank, Alisa Volz, Mikayla Finnerty and Saydee Phothivonsa on Monday, March 13, 2023.

Evergreeners explore the city that never sleeps

SAYDEE PHOTHIVONGSA, MIKAYLA FINNERTY, and ALISA VOLZ
March 20, 2023
NBC Studios on Saturday, March 11, 2023.

New York Times museum exhibit.

Bethesda Terrace in Central Park.

Bethesda Terrace in Central Park.

Inside of NBC studios.

WSU Police search for man involved in reports of indecent exposure

WSU Police search for man involved in reports of indecent exposure

SAYDEE PHOTHIVONGSA, Evergreen news editor
March 4, 2023
Bryan Kohberger was arrested on Dec. 30 in Monroe County, Pennsylvania.

Unsealed search warrants reveal new details about items found at Kohberger’s PA home

SAYDEE PHOTHIVONGSA, Evergreen news editor
March 2, 2023
Idaho community leaves flowers and gifts to remember the 4 students murdered at the University of Idaho, Nov.16, 2022.

Campus and community safety town hall to be held in Moscow tonight

SAYDEE PHOTHIVONGSA, Evergreen news editor
February 28, 2023
Demolition is set to begin sometime in the spring. Sunday, February 26, 2023.

University of Idaho will demolish King Road house

SAYDEE PHOTHIVONGSA, Evergreen news editor
February 27, 2023
Man found unconscious at Compton Union Building

Man found unconscious at Compton Union Building

SAYDEE PHOTHIVONGSA, Evergreen news editor
February 25, 2023
Chancellor Elizabeth Chilton; WSU Police Chief Gary Jenkins; Phil Weiler, WSU vice president of marketing and communications and Ellen Taylor, Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs answered questions from senators on Feb. 22, 2023.

ASWSU host Elizabeth Chilton at Senate meeting

BRANDON WILLMAN and SAYDEE PHOTHIVONGSA
February 24, 2023
Victor Hudak recieved his sentence in Whitman County Superior Court.

Former Atom Heart Music store owner sentenced to life in prison

PUNEET BSANTI and SAYDEE PHOTHIVONGSA
February 17, 2023
WSU students mourn the loss of Theta Chi fraternity member Luke Tyler, Tuesday, Jan. 31, 2023, in Pullman, Wash.

College Hill community gathers to remember Luke Tyler

SAYDEE PHOTHIVONGSA, Evergreen news editor
February 2, 2023
Latah County Courthouse on Jan. 24, 2023.

EXPLAINER: What to expect in State of Idaho vs. Bryan Kohberger case

PUNEET BSANTI and SAYDEE PHOTHIVONGSA
January 25, 2023
Audience pictured at Kohberger's status hearing on January 12, 2023.

Unidentified source reveals ‘new details’ in Moscow homicides

PUNEET BSANTI and SAYDEE PHOTHIVONGSA
January 20, 2023
Kohberger's office was located in Wilson-Short Hall.

‘I just felt so sick and disgusted:’ Students learn they knew murder suspect Bryan Kohberger

SAYDEE PHOTHIVONGSA, Evergreen news editor
January 10, 2023
Saydee Phothivongsa and Puneet Bsanti, news team for Spring 2023

Letter from the editors: Ending our college careers off strong

SAYDEE PHOTHIVONGSA and PUNEET BSANTI
January 10, 2023
Court affidavit reveals new details about Moscow homicides  

Court affidavit reveals new details about Moscow homicides  

SAYDEE PHOTHIVONGSA and PUNEET BSANTI
January 5, 2023
Homicide suspect arrested with four counts of first-degree murder, felony burglary

Homicide suspect arrested with four counts of first-degree murder, felony burglary

SAYDEE PHOTHIVONGSA and JOSIE GOODRICH
December 30, 2022
WSU graduate student in custody in connection to Moscow murders

WSU graduate student in custody in connection to Moscow murders

SAYDEE PHOTHIVONGSA, Evergreen news editor
December 30, 2022
Emma is here to help with post-graduation fears.

Ask Emma: Graduation Scaries

SAYDEE PHOTHIVONGSA, Evergreen news editor
December 8, 2022
Colfax Thrifty Grandmothers give back to the community

Colfax Thrifty Grandmothers give back to the community

SAYDEE PHOTHIVONGSA, Evergreen news editor
November 30, 2022
Let’s talk about sex (and how to do it safely)

Let’s talk about sex (and how to do it safely)

SAYDEE PHOTHIVONGSA, Evergreen news editor
November 17, 2022
Pullman has a wide range of dispensaries in the area. Here is where they are located.

Dispensary Round-up: A list of your cannabis options here in Pullman

SAYDEE PHOTHIVONGSA, Evergreen news editor
November 17, 2022
Alex and Nate Kirk had a touch of blackmail at the start of their relationship before a lifetime of happiness.

Couple finds their way ‘Back Home’ for wedding

SAYDEE PHOTHIVONGSA, Evergreen news editor
November 10, 2022
Emma has been to multiple study spots on campus and has a few suggestions

Ask Emma: Where do I go to study?

SAYDEE PHOTHIVONGSA, Evergreen news editor
November 10, 2022
With Halloween gone, Emma has tips on how to bounce back from what went down this weekend.

Ask Emma: How do I bounce back from Halloweekend?

SAYDEE PHOTHIVONGSA, Evergreen news editor
November 2, 2022
An actor prepares to scare Haunted Palouse "victims" in 2017.

Haunted Palouse: Frights and Fun

SAYDEE PHOTHIVONGSA, Evergreen news editor
October 26, 2022
SugarBabe Bakery offers vegan and allergy friendly foods for a less stress experience.

Defying the odds: Vegan bakery beats pandemic

SAYDEE PHOTHIVONGSA, Evergreen news editor
October 25, 2022
Wondering how to help a friend with anxiety? Emma has you covered.

Ask Emma: How do I help a friend struggling with anxiety?

SAYDEE PHOTHIVONGSA, Evergreen news editor
October 19, 2022
Volunteer firefighter Blake Blauert cooks hashbrowns during Lincoln County Fire District Four's annual Hunter's Breakfast fundraiser, Oct. 15, in Reardan, Wash.

Daily Evergreen reporters take the plunge

FRANKIE BEER, PUNEET BSANTI, SAYDEE PHOTHIVONGSA, and ALEXANDRIA OSBORNE
October 18, 2022
Emma is here to give tips on how to find some alone time in the dorms

Ask Emma: How do I find alone time?

SAYDEE PHOTHIVONGSA, Evergreen news editor
October 12, 2022
Emma discusses good conversation tactics when you feel distanced from your best friend.

Ask Emma: Am I losing my best friend? 

SAYDEE PHOTHIVONGSA, Evergreen news editor
October 5, 2022
Surplus store allows people to grab furniture and more if they need it.

Palouse Habitat Surplus Store provides affordable home improvement materials

SAYDEE PHOTHIVONGSA, Evergreen news editor
September 27, 2022
Customers wait in line for hot dogs at the Munchy's stand at the intersection of Northeast Colorado Street and Northeast B Street, Sep. 9.

13-year-old hot dog stand open for late night cravings

SAYDEE PHOTHIVONGSA, Evergreen news editor
September 21, 2022
Tim and Tara Smith did not think they would be married with kids when they first met.

WSU Love Story: Love blooms in the College of Education

SAYDEE PHOTHIVONGSA, Evergreen news editor
September 21, 2022
How can you stay on track with school without getting so stressed you fall behind?

Ask Emma: Academic Slump

SAYDEE PHOTHIVONGSA, Evergreen news editor
September 14, 2022
KZUU radio allows underground artists to be heard.

Student-run radio station showcases underground music

SAYDEE PHOTHIVONGSA, Evergreen news editor
September 6, 2022
The development team is considering using the retail spaces as a grocery store, fast food restaurant, wine tasting room, and hair and nail salon.

Housing, retail facilities to be built on Terre View Drive

SAYDEE PHOTHIVONGSA, Evergreen news editor
June 27, 2021
Lyon's term as interim chair will end in summer 2022 when Rich Koenig is set to return as department chair.

Drew Lyon appointed as interim Crop and Soil Sciences chair

SAYDEE PHOTHIVONGSA, Evergreen news editor
June 24, 2021
The Pullman-Moscow Regional Airport board of directors has discussed adding a nonstop flight to Boise for several years.

Pullman-Moscow Regional Airport to begin nonstop flights to Boise in August

SAYDEE PHOTHIVONGSA, Evergreen news editor
June 20, 2021
“We really have to keep our eye on the prize, as far as actual policy change,” Palouse CORE member Anthony Haynes, said. 

Juneteenth celebration sparks discussion on goals for Palouse CORE

SAYDEE PHOTHIVONGSA, Evergreen news editor
June 20, 2021
The organization has no formal leaders or membership requirements, just community members advocating for racial justice.

Palouse CORE to commemorate Juneteenth this weekend

SAYDEE PHOTHIVONGSA, Evergreen news editor
June 17, 2021
The professional sales certificate program consists of five classes but usually takes around 2 years to complete.

WSU Pullman to offer professional sales certificate program

SAYDEE PHOTHIVONGSA, Evergreen news editor
June 15, 2021
All supplies will be distributed during the event. Supplies are also available for people to take home if they are unable to join the in-person event.

Moscow Public Library hosting Fairyopolis event June 24

SAYDEE PHOTHIVONGSA, Evergreen news editor
June 10, 2021
The panel included Joe Fugere, Tutta Bella Neapolitan Pizzeria founder and CEO, Stacey Walker, Fortive Corporation senior vice president of human resources and Nick Streuli, Washington State Governor’s Office executive director of external affairs. 

Carson College of Business hosts ‘Virtual Power Breakfast’

SAYDEE PHOTHIVONGSA, Evergreen news editor
June 9, 2021
During the program, more than 1,500 ‘Grab and Go’ Activity Bags will be handed out, in addition to access to more than 25 online classes.

Public library to host seven-week summer reading program

SAYDEE PHOTHIVONGSA, Evergreen news editor
June 6, 2021
There are plans to use the grant to increase accessibility and visibility of the farmers market.

Pullman Farmers Market receives grant

SAYDEE PHOTHIVONGSA, Evergreen news editor
June 3, 2021
One of the new faculty members is Arifa Raza. She will join the Department of Criminal Justice and Criminology at WSU Pullman in the fall.

WSU cluster-hire program addresses faculty racial, gender inequalities

SAYDEE PHOTHIVONGSA, Evergreen news editor
June 1, 2021
The steam plant, pictured here, is located on College Avenue on the west side of campus. It was built in 1935 and provided heat, power and light to the entire university. The plant was decommissioned in 2003 when the Grimes Way Steam Plant began operating.

Port of Whitman County, WSU exploring reuse options for decommissioned steam plant

SAYDEE PHOTHIVONGSA, Evergreen news editor
June 1, 2021
The hotel will have a vintage theme centered around the year the inn was built, 1959. It is currently two weeks into a 4.5-month renovation process.

Hotel McCoy to feature local artists

SAYDEE PHOTHIVONGSA, Evergreen news editor
May 27, 2021
One of the students featured in the segment was Emma Impala, WSU’s Cooperative University Dairy Students president.

Cougar Gold cheese featured on Rachael Ray Show

SAYDEE PHOTHIVONGSA, Evergreen news editor
May 25, 2021
The third electric bus is expected to arrive in Pullman in 18 months.

City of Pullman to add third electric bus to transit system

SAYDEE PHOTHIVONGSA, Evergreen news editor
May 23, 2021
Reanne Cunningham Chilton, committee member and doctoral student, said the committee gives students a chance to have a voice and speak up about issues and policies that significantly impact WSU.

WSU office looking for student committee members 

SAYDEE PHOTHIVONGSA, Evergreen news editor
April 26, 2021
Real Life Church will celebrate the grand opening of its new building by September.

Real Life Church moving to new location

SAYDEE PHOTHIVONGSA, Evergreen news editor
April 25, 2021
Event organizer Nadia Daud and her sister created the fundraiser last year with several friends at the height of COVID-19. The goal is to raise $5,000 for the 190 seniors this year.

Pullman High School alumni celebrate seniors 

SAYDEE PHOTHIVONGSA, Evergreen news editor
April 20, 2021
Gracyn Holiway, sophomore animal science major, received her first shot April 16. Holiway said she wanted to get the vaccine to keep those around her safe. 

WSU students receive COVID-19 vaccine 

SAYDEE PHOTHIVONGSA, Evergreen news editor
April 19, 2021
Keenan Souve, senior civil engineering major, said while the drive-through is better than nothing, he does not know how likely he is to participate. 

WSU to hold drive-through graduation event 

SAYDEE PHOTHIVONGSA, Evergreen news editor
April 11, 2021
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