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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

HANNAH WELZBACKER, Evergreen reporter

Hannah is a senior science communication major from Seabeck, Washington. 

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Hannah Welzbacker was given a chance to explore thanks to WSU and The Daily Evergreen.

Discovering new worlds, taking up new challenges

HANNAH WELZBACKER, Evergreen reporter
May 2, 2019
Xianming Shi, associate professor for the School of Civil and Environmental Engineering, discusses the use of magnesium chloride as a deicer Friday in Sloan Hall.

Research shows road chemical damages street health

HANNAH WELZBACKER, Evergreen reporter
April 15, 2019
Yong Wang, Voiland School of Chemical Engineering and Bioengineering professor, says his research team has discovered a process that can reduce pollutants emitted at low temperatures. The team, headed by Wang, focuses on “developing safer, greener and more efficient catalytic processes.”

Researchers create catalyst to work in low temperatures

HANNAH WELZBACKER, Evergreen reporter
April 8, 2019
Bryson Jaipean, WSU Aerospace Club Vice President, holds part of a rocket designed to go 10,000 feet in the air. The rocker is in the construction process.

Aerospace Club builds rocket for international competition

HANNAH WELZBACKER, Evergreen reporter
April 3, 2019
Lynne Cooper, instructor in the Carson College of Business, speaks about her research regarding sorority recruitment. Her research began when her daughter was looking to enter the Greek community.

Researchers present work at annual showcase

HANNAH WELZBACKER, Evergreen reporter
March 28, 2019
Tyler Parchem, then senator at-large, reads a handout from the ASWSU director of health and safety at an ASWSU senate meeting Aug. 23 2017 at the CUB.

ASWSU revamps #DearWSU

HANNAH WELZBACKER, Evergreen reporter
March 25, 2019
Councilmember Brandon Chapman brought the idea of reducing the speed limit at East Main Street to help with the plan to revitalize downtown Pullman.

City to consider reducing East Main Street speed limit

HANNAH WELZBACKER, Evergreen reporter
March 6, 2019
WSU Animal Health Sciences Librarian Suzanne Fricke discusses the many art pieces from the recently introduced WSU Veterinary History Collection being displayed throughout the WSU library Tuesday in Wegner Hall.

Library displays history of veterinary medicine at WSU

HANNAH WELZBACKER, Evergreen reporter
February 28, 2019
Eileen Macoll, member of Pullman City council and the Whitman County Solid Waste Advisory Committee, says plastic bags cause litter and disrupt machinery in recycling plants.

Residents could be charged for paper, reusable plastic bags

HANNAH WELZBACKER, Evergreen reporter
February 27, 2019
A sculpture of a robot driving a car is on display in the Dave Coyle exhibit at the Neill Public Library.

Man displays recycled art at Pullman library

HANNAH WELZBACKER, Evergreen reporter
February 25, 2019
An electric-hybrid bus parked March 7, 2017 on the mall. The Regional Mobility Grant would allow Pullman Transit to purchase three fully-electric buses by 2021.

Decision to cancel bus routes

HANNAH WELZBACKER, Evergreen reporter
February 21, 2019
Symmetrical facial features and hormones produced during ovulation affect attractiveness.

Physical laws of attraction determine interest

HANNAH WELZBACKER, Evergreen reporter
February 15, 2019

Deciding school snow days

HANNAH WELZBACKER, Evergreen reporter
February 14, 2019
A team of researchers found that police officers who had consecutive night shifts and off-duty court hours have greater odds of receiving a citizen complaint. They found a relationship between complaints and sleeping factors.

Fatigue, sleepiness draw more citizen complaints

HANNAH WELZBACKER, Evergreen reporter
February 13, 2019
Jonathan Espenschied, associate dean and co-author of the study, said six out of the 10 causes of death rates are higher in eastern Washington. Per 100,000 people, the average rate for Alzheimer’s disease in eastern Washington is 44.76 and is 29.40 on the national level.

Study shows high eastern WA mortality rates

HANNAH WELZBACKER, Evergreen reporter
February 6, 2019
Timothy D. Murray, extension plant pathologist professor, says acidic soil can negatively affect nutrients in plants and increase chances of toxicity and even diseases.

Palouse soil acidity at critical level, local farmers say

HANNAH WELZBACKER, Evergreen reporter
January 29, 2019
“We are now open,” says Dr. Vinod Mehta, of Palouse Pulmonology and Sleep Medicine, on Wednesday at the Pullman Regional Hospital Clinic. “Anyone who has problems with sleep needs to see a sleep physician.”

Clinic opens to help with sleep disorders

HANNAH WELZBACKER, Evergreen reporter
January 17, 2019
New low emission buses that Joe Thornton purchased for Pullman School District at the bus garage.

State ecology department grants buses for Pullman’s schools

HANNAH WELZBACKER, Evergreen reporter
January 14, 2019
Money from the 2018 Farm Bill could have significant implications for wheat, apple and cherry crop research programs at WSU, a university official says.

WSU waits on funding from 2018 Farm Bill

HANNAH WELZBACKER, Evergreen reporter
January 14, 2019
Andrew Storfer, an evolutionary geneticist and professor of biology, explains how Tasmanian devils can transmit cancer through bites and his involvement in studying them Thursday in Eastlick Hall.

Professor exploring tumors in Tasmanian devils

HANNAH WELZBACKER, Evergreen reporter
December 7, 2018
“We have got to get more efficient at storing data without error,” Associate Professor Ben Belzer says as he discusses the $500,000 grant Friday.

Professors studying how to fit more data into less space

HANNAH WELZBACKER, Evergreen reporter
December 3, 2018
Ray Acuna-Luna discusses the additional $120,000 given to Cougs Rise. He says the program is looking to give high school graduates STEM experience early on.

High school STEM program receives funding

HANNAH WELZBACKER, Evergreen reporter
November 28, 2018
Victoria Waltz, a friend of Lauren McCluskey, cries as she mourns the loss of the Pullman High School graduate and reflects on the happy memories Waltz shared with her on Nov. 1 during a vigil.

‘Every day right now is painful’

HANNAH WELZBACKER, Evergreen reporter
November 13, 2018
Food access specialist Diane Smith said she looks to continue partnering with farmers in the future.

WSU Extension, farmers help feed families

HANNAH WELZBACKER, Evergreen reporter
November 6, 2018
A WSU Extension agent’s work to help local farmers improve soil quality earned him recognition by the National Association of County Agricultural Agents.

Extension director awarded for efforts in soil preservation

HANNAH WELZBACKER, Evergreen reporter
October 31, 2018
The Endangered Species Act protects animals from more than just being killed. Harassing, harming, pursuing and catch and release are all considered violations. Entities must be notified 60 days prior before they can be sued.

Environmental groups intend to sue Idaho fish officials

HANNAH WELZBACKER, Evergreen reporter
October 16, 2018
Associate Professor Ali Mehrizi-Sani discusses different types of renewable energy and its benefits on Wednesday in the Electrical-Mechanical Engineering Building.

Researches create controller, aim for renewable energy

HANNAH WELZBACKER, Evergreen reporter
October 11, 2018
Bees swarm Provost Dan Bernardo on June 17, 2016, giving him an unusual beard. Alumni donated $1 million toward the new Honey Bee and Pollinator Research Facility.

Donators contribute to planned pollinator facility

HANNAH WELZBACKER, Evergreen reporter
October 4, 2018
Dr. Hanu Pappu, department of plant pathology professor, discusses insects and diseases that can damage certain crops and his work in finding ways to prevent them Thursday at Johnson Hall.

$5.6 million to target pests, fungus

HANNAH WELZBACKER, Evergreen reporter
September 30, 2018
Matt McCluskey, chief technology officer of Klar Scientific, discusses a research grant recently awarded to him and his team for the further development of their microscope Wednesday in Webster.

Technology company started by WSU professors receives grant

HANNAH WELZBACKER, Evergreen reporter
September 26, 2018
Asif Chaudhry discusses the success of the INTO student program at a Faculty Senate meeting Jan. 11, 2018.

University hopes to see growth in global students

HANNAH WELZBACKER, Evergreen reporter
September 20, 2018
New nanoparticle technology by WSU researchers could help treat sepsis and other infectious diseases.

New way to deliver drugs to infection sites

HANNAH WELZBACKER, Evergreen reporter
September 18, 2018
WSU Professor Patricia Hunt discusses the harmful effects of BPA on long-term health, and says she hopes to study its effects in combination with other chemicals Friday in Biotechnology/Life Sciences Building.

BPA alternatives are also harmful, researcher says

HANNAH WELZBACKER, Evergreen reporter
September 16, 2018
Yu’e Qing was hiking Mount Rainier alone when she was swept away attempting to cross a river.

Family, friends remember WSU student who died this summer

HANNAH WELZBACKER, Evergreen reporter
September 4, 2018
Art museum receives $270,000 grant for new gallery

Art museum receives $270,000 grant for new gallery

HANNAH WELZBACKER, Evergreen reporter
August 29, 2018
Treasurer Noah Thompson, right, and Executive Officer of Media and Outreach Matthias McFarlane, left, discuss the large Octocopter modified by the club Friday in Dana Hall.

Aerospace club builds hydrogen powered drone

HANNAH WELZBACKER, Evergreen reporter
August 26, 2018
Workers gather oysters in Willapa Bay. Burrowing shrimp kill shellfish by stirring up sediment, which causes the oysters to sink and die.

WSU tries to rid shore of problem crustacean

HANNAH WELZBACKER, Evergreen reporter
April 29, 2018

Cannabis could reduce stress from pain

HANNAH WELZBACKER, Evergreen reporter
April 19, 2018
Some students have questioned whether UREC dress codes are being enforced fairly and if they need to be changed for clarity.

Students share UREC dress code concerns

HANNAH WELZBACKER, Evergreen reporter
April 11, 2018

WSU to add 12 degrees

HANNAH WELZBACKER, Evergreen reporter
April 8, 2018
tudents participate in the Rugged 5k race last April. Alpha Sigma Phi will start in the tennis court parking lot.

Greek chapter holds 5k to fight sexual assault

HANNAH WELZBACKER, Evergreen reporter
April 5, 2018

WSU absorbs news sources into Insider

HANNAH WELZBACKER, Evergreen reporter
March 29, 2018
Non-Pullman WSU campuses to design mascots

Non-Pullman WSU campuses to design mascots

HANNAH WELZBACKER, Evergreen reporter
March 26, 2018
Student Regent Alyssa Norris advises applicants to prepare in advance when applying to the position.

Student Regent application closes next week

HANNAH WELZBACKER, Evergreen reporter
March 9, 2018
Cougar Country is known for their signiture fries and fry sauce, "Cub Burgers" and ice cream including "Dandy Bars" and milkshakes.

Cougar Country wins best burger, fries

HANNAH WELZBACKER, Evergreen reporter
March 5, 2018

Permit cost may increase next semester

HANNAH WELZBACKER, Evergreen reporter
February 28, 2018
Blue roads are where traffic and buses will be rerouted this summer when WSU and Pullman turn the green-highlighted area into a pedestrian-only zone.

WSU, Pullman to test pedestrian-only walkway

HANNAH WELZBACKER, Evergreen reporter
February 22, 2018

WSU professor partners with OSU for transportation research

HANNAH WELZBACKER, Evergreen reporter
September 21, 2017
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