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[Photo] Board of Regents approve 2.5 percent tuition increase, discuss vaccine mandate

ANDREA GONZALEZ and MELINA ERNST
May 10, 2021
A 2018 survey conducted by Cougar Health Promotion reported 88 percent of WSU undergraduate students felt overwhelmed by their workload and 62 percent felt overwhelming anxiety.

[Photo] Mental health pass for students in the works

April 29, 2021
"It is very clear that residence halls on the Southside, which are usually the more economic option for students, have the least security,” ASWSU Senator Brenda Avila said.

[Photo] ASWSU Senate approves training; dormitory safety bills

April 22, 2021
Annual sales tax revenue decreased from 2020 because of the cancellation of certain events like WSU football games, Mom’s Weekend and graduation, said Mike Urban, Pullman city director of finance & administrative services. Typically those events generate about $300,000.

[Photo] City administrator gives financial overview 

April 21, 2021
ASWSU President Curtis Cohen said he is working with a few other senators to advocate for a more robust student resource portal because it is currently difficult to find resources. 

[Photo] ASWSU Senate discusses transportation, Cougar Health Services parking fee

April 15, 2021
United Way of Whitman County has distributed $468,000 for wildfire recovery in the Malden and Pine City communities.

[Photo] Pullman community members oppose land development

April 14, 2021
WSU President Kirk Schulz said decisions about requiring vaccinations will be made by the end of this semester, pending legal counsel.

[Photo] Hybrid classes require ‘heavy lifting’ from WSU faculty

April 9, 2021
“I feel like accountability is a very large thing that needs to be addressed on this campus,” said Mikayla Makle, WSU Black Student Union president. “People need to start acting on the things that they said they want to do.”

[Photo] ASWSU confirms Black Student Union president

April 8, 2021
Brianna Kostecka, ASWSU deputy director of Academic Affairs, is working on creating an official resource page for students.

[Photo] ASWSU addresses election ballot discrepancy

April 1, 2021
Originally, the university was expecting a loss of $54 million in revenue. The increase can be attributed to the loss of revenue in WSU Housing, Dining and Student Auxiliary Services, said Stacy Pearson, vice president for finance and administration.

[Photo] Board of Regents discusses finances, standardized tests

March 15, 2021
“Faculty and staff do not currently have to pay for [transportation fees], and that burden is just kind of placed on the students,” said ASWSU Senator Lauren Slater.

[Photo] ASWSU Senators table increased student transportation fee proposal

March 11, 2021
“If our instructors are unable to recognize [mental health], then we're going to have students who continue to suffer in silence," said ASWSU Senator Oluwanifemi “Nife” Shola-Dare.

[Photo] ASWSU Senators endorse no schoolwork on break days

March 4, 2021
During public comment, local business owner Rob Ndambuki shared his experiences with racism in Pullman.

[Photo] 'End Racism Now' mural back at square one

February 24, 2021
Jaime Tom, ASWSU Election Board member, said increasing voter turnout will be a challenge this year because of the pandemic.

[Photo] ASWSU election bylaw changes in response to pandemic

February 18, 2021
The WSU “Assessing League Impacts” research project would promote more significant league impact and generate more support for league chapters. 

[Photo] WSU researchers create model for analyzing League of Women Voters’ growth

February 17, 2021
Commissioner Brandon Kruger said any questions or requests regarding snow plow schedules should be directed to him.

[Photo] Whitman County plans to avoid complications of fast melt

February 17, 2021
“People are experiencing a lot of social isolation, which not only impacts dating relationships but impacts individual well-being,” said Jennah Strathausen, Cougar Health Services doctoral psychology intern.

[Photo] Mental health series discusses dating safely during COVID-19

February 12, 2021
Students will receive comprehensive sexual health education at least twice during both their middle school and high school careers.

[Photo] School board discusses sexual health education, student pods

February 12, 2021
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ASWSU senators passed Bill 50-15, which requires only a 3 percent voter turnout for a student fee intiative to pass.

[Photo] Student graduation fees will not be reduced this year

February 11, 2021
PAC Chair Jeri Harris said selected artists will be paired with participating downtown businesses to display their art in storefront windows, similar to the recently canceled ArtFest. 

[Photo] Council gives go-ahead for Pullman window art walk

February 10, 2021
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The Pullman Arts Commission will recommend the “End Racism Now Black Lives Matter” mural with the rainbow background to the City Council on Feb. 23.

[Photo] Pullman Arts Commission paints history with “End Racism Now” mural

February 10, 2021
Bob Lutz, member of the Washington State Department of Health, said public health officials can reach out to skeptical communities by connecting with trusted allies of those communities to communicate correct and crucial information about the COVID-19 vaccine.

[Photo] Foley event discusses COVID-19 vaccine issues

February 10, 2021
K-3 students are back in the classroom using a hybrid model, which includes in-person and distance learning.

[Photo] School district adjusts reopening plan

January 30, 2021
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Last semester GPSA put on about ten events. They had between 50 and 60 students attend virtual bingo, and around 20 people attend their virtual dinner night.

[Photo] GPSA Executive Board discusses how to increase student engagement 

January 29, 2021
When faculty members are granted modifications, they are still fully employed and paid, as usual, said Senior Vice Provost Laura Hill.

[Photo] WSU officials describe resources available to students, staff, faculty

January 29, 2021
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The proposal would subsidize $2-3 million of Athletics’ costs for the fiscal year 2022 and beyond.

[Photo] Faculty Senate continues athletics budget conversation

January 22, 2021
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Jennifer Boie, director of Palouse Conservation District, said PCD will use podcasts to better engage with the community during the pandemic.

[Photo] Local group used recycled Christmas trees as part of conservation efforts

JENAE LAXSON, Evergreen roots editor
January 20, 2021
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PRH CEO Scott Adams said COVID-19 test results are only good for the day the test was taken.

[Photo] PRH officials say there will be surge in COVID-19 cases

November 6, 2020
Michael Kahn, professor at WSU's Institute of Biological Chemistry, said faculty senate should make a statement about the government's efforts to change the F-1 visa requirements, which could prevent students from completing their education.

[Photo] Faculty Senate talks about government effort to limit exchange students

November 6, 2020
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The Pullman Public Schools board decided to begin in-person classes early next year for some students.

[Photo] Schools to reopen Jan. 4 for K-1 students

November 5, 2020
ASWSU President Curtis Cohen said he wants to ensure academic break days are legitimate rest days.

[Photo] ASWSU partners with GPSA to help Pullman restaurants

November 5, 2020
Warren Queton, affiliate of the Cherokee Nation, said Native Americans need to know their ancestral language and their ceremonial ways.

[Photo] Maintaining Native identity vital to future of tribal sovereignty, speaker says

November 3, 2020
WSU will implement Workday for payroll, human resources and other finance management by Jan. 1.

[Photo] Honors College hosts president, provost for virtual town hall

October 30, 2020
ASWSU senators confirmed Martin Navarrete-Contreras, junior construction management major, as co-chair of MEChA. He said he felt out of place when he transferred to the Pullman campus, and MEChA’s meetings made him feel welcome.

[Photo] ASWSU senators confirm MEChA co-chair

October 29, 2020
Research that impacts Native American tribes should be approved by the respective tribes, said Ken Lokensgard, assistant director of the Center for Native American Research and Collaboration.

[Photo] GPSA Senators discuss effects of canceled spring break, possible in-person classes

October 27, 2020
Faculty Senate voted to reject a change in the rules when students drop courses. If approved, a student who already had a grade in a course would have needed the instructor’s approval to drop the class.

[Photo] Faculty Senate addresses dropping courses, grades

October 23, 2020
Senators unanimously voted to keep stadium fee because it goes to debt service.

[Photo] ASWSU keeps tech, stadium fee the same

October 22, 2020
Pullman City Councilmembers approved several building developments, including Kamiak Cottages’ planned development and the planned Paradise Hills subdivision project.

[Photo] Councilmembers approve Kamiak Cottages planned development

October 21, 2020
Senators are concerned about added stress to students and Zoom fatigue if they do not have spring break next semester.

[Photo] Senate issues statement urging WSU to reconsider vote canceling spring break

MATT HOLM, Evergreen reporter
October 15, 2020
The College of Education Senate seat is the last vacant position in the ASWSU Senate.

[Photo] ASWSU confirms two senators

October 8, 2020
City officials say Pullman will bounce back from the economic turmoil caused by the pandemic, but a yearly budget may be difficult to plan for as of now.

[Photo] Pullman saw $700,000 drop in yearly revenue, finance director says

October 7, 2020
ASWSU Senate committees have been sending COVID-19 information out in different ways, like with the “Why I Wear a Mask” campaign.

[Photo] ASWSU social media campaigns push for COVID-19 resources

October 1, 2020
Faculty are encouraged to get tested on-campus if they are not showing COVID-19 symptoms.

[Photo] WSU offers COVID-19 resources to faculty

October 1, 2020
GPSA Senators discussed the implementation of working groups. The groups focus on the main concerns of graduate students, including healthcare, stipends and university housing.

[Photo] GPSA Senators approve revised legislative agenda

September 29, 2020
GPSA received its S&A fees. Advisory groups are discussing whether students should receive refunds.

[Photo] GPSA hopes to raise graduate student stipends

September 25, 2020
Certain classes may be offered in person, although no professors will be required to teach in person.

[Photo] Faculty Senate addresses spring online classes, football program

September 25, 2020
ASWSU President Curtis Cohen said the executive team wants to provide resources for students so they know what to do if they contract COVID-19.

[Photo] ASWSU plans to increase voter registration

September 24, 2020
The university expects a revenue loss of $54.4 million, assuming WSU plays football, during the 2021 fiscal year. WSU will fully repay the debt over a maximum period of 10 years.

[Photo] WSU Board of Regents approves financial plan

September 18, 2020
WSU is still asking for full funding for the athletics budget. The athletics deficit has grown by $25 million, partly due to the loss of PAC-12 ticket sales.

[Photo] WSU Board of Regents reviews financial impacts of athletics, COVID-19

September 18, 2020
The ASWSU communications team has been working on the “Why I Wear a Mask” campaign to inform students about COVID-19.

[Photo] ASWSU Senate appoints communications senator

September 17, 2020
Pullman City councilmembers approved thousands of dollars in public works projects during a meeting Tuesday night.

[Photo] City council supports police issuing tickets to COVID-19 partygoers

September 16, 2020
Whitman County Superior Court Judge Gary Libey is serving his last term as judge.

[Photo] County superior court judge presents at virtual event

September 16, 2020
GPSA Senators will meet again for a GPSA Town Hall at 1 p.m. on Sept. 18.

[Photo] GPSA Senators talk stipends, childcare center

September 15, 2020
Clara Ehinger and Sophia Daigle were sworn in as freshmen delegates and Tania Hernandez as senator. Senator Jocelyn Granados announced she was stepping down as senator.

[Photo] ASWSU Senators meet with WSU Transportation Services officials

September 3, 2020
Mike Urban, Pullman City director of finance and administrative services, said Pullman will receive a new CARES Act allocation of at least $30,000.

[Photo] City Council recommends spending government money to increase tourism

September 2, 2020
GPSA senators met virtually for the first time on Monday.

[Photo] GPSA senators vote in new member, discuss training resources

September 1, 2020
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