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WSU Tri-Cities announces return of ‘Point to Success’ Carson College of Business Fundraising Brunch
After a two-year hiatus, Washington State University Tri-Cities Carson College of Business announces the return of the Point to Success fundraising brunch on Saturday, Feb. 4, from 9:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. at Anthony’s at Columbia Point in Richland.
January 11, 2023
Students in FA 332 create artist book with absurd view of the Tri-Cities
Students in Fine Arts 332 along with their professor Peter Christenson collaborated on a 34-page artist book called Codex Absurdum. The book features artistic works, haiku, and exquisite corpse style collaborative art projects that explore a Tri-Cities absurdist parallel universe. Students with work featured in the book are Devin Simpson, Lemmy Jean Suter, Nathan Finke, Newt Ernst, Sarah Torres.
January 3, 2023
Gov. Jay Inslee seeks funding for the WSU Tri-Cities Institute for Northwest Energy Futures
Governor Jay Inslee made a stop at Washington State University Tri-Cities Monday to highlight clean energy initiatives he wants to seek funding for in the upcoming state budget. One of the key initiatives is the WSU Tri-Cities Institute for Northwest Energy Futures (INEF).
December 14, 2022
Novel waste treatment efficiently converts sewage to biogas
A new method to treat sewage can efficiently convert leftover sludge to biogas, an advance that could help communities lower their waste treatment costs while helping the environment.
November 21, 2022
WSU Tri-Cities College of Nursing upgrades simulation lab thanks to special state funding
WSU Tri-Cities was recently awarded $285,000 from legislative appropriated funds to upgrade existing simulation programs and purchase new supplies and mannequins.
November 4, 2022
WSU Tri-Cities to offer workforce training opportunities under expanded programming in collaboration with Port of Benton, City of Richland, and Visit Tri-Cities
Washington State University Tri-Cities is offering workforce training opportunities under an expanded professional development learning program with initial collaboration offered by the City of Richland, Port of Benton, and Visit Tri-Cities.
October 7, 2022
Soroptimist International of Three Rivers funds a women’s wellness lounge to support WSU Tri-Cities students, faculty and staff
The women of Washington State University Tri-Cities now have a wellness lounge thanks to a donation from Soroptimist International of Three Rivers. The new space that promotes self-care for students, faculty and staff was formally dedicated on Sept. 27.
October 3, 2022
Registration now open for WSU Tri-Cities Education Summit on October 15th featuring key note presentation by Chris Reykdal
Registration for the Washington State University Tri-Cities Education Summit that features a keynote presentation by Washington State Superintendent of Public Instruction, Chris Reykdal, is now open.
September 14, 2022
Cooperative work experience program with WRPS prepares WSU Tri-Cities students to be next generation employees
Washington River Protection Solution’s (WRPS) and Washington State University (WSU) Tri-Cities have partnered to build a diverse workforce by establishing a robust cooperative work experience program (Co-Op Program) that will prepare students to be the next generation employees for WRPS. The collaboration provides both academic and professional opportunities for growth and development while helping selected students build the skills necessary for full-time employment with WRPS post-graduation. As part of the partnership, WRPS donated $250,000 to WSU Tri-Cities to fund program costs.
August 29, 2022
Washington State University Tri-Cities’ Collaboration Hall wins national award of merit from the Design-Build Institute of America
The Design-Build Institute of America has named Washington State University Tri-Cities’ Collaboration Hall as one of 30 winners in the 2022 National Design-Build Project/Team Awards. DBIA's distinguished panel of industry experts selected the top 30 projects across 10 categories to represent the best-of-the-best in design-build.
August 18, 2022
Honoring visionary leader and long time Washington State University Tri-Cities advocate Bob Ferguson
Longtime Tri-Citian and Washington State University Tri-Cities advocate Bob Ferguson, passed away Friday, Aug. 12. Ferguson’s vision and leadership were foundational for the Tri-Cities community and for WSU Tri-Cities. His passion and commitment to the future of energy will live on through the investments of time, talent and treasure he made in people and institutions during his lifetime.
August 17, 2022
WSU Tri-Cities fine art students design and paint a mural for Marcus Whitman Elementary School
A group of fine arts students from Washington State University Tri-Cities brought the local landscape and inspiring words for students to life in a mural they designed for Marcus Whitman Elementary School.
June 29, 2022
Find Your Path. Choose Your Focus.
Lian Jacquez
Digital Technology & Culture alumnus
“WSU Tri-Cities is a hidden gem,” he said. “We are located in an area that offers great opportunities without a lot of the competition that one might experience at a much larger university. And the people who work here – our faculty, administration, staff and everyone behind the scenes – are here to make sure we all succeed. We, as students, aren’t just a number or another name on the roster.”
Vanessa Moore
Business alumna
“I am very grateful for my experience here and the people I came to know and what I have gained as a result, getting my degree was important to me, and I wanted to finish it without accruing any student loans. The feeling of completion and accomplishment and knowing that I did well is so validating.”
Catalina Yepez
Pre-Med Alumna
“Everybody here at WSU Tri-Cities is trying to help you succeed, there are a lot of resources here if you use them, and they help you out a lot. I am very happy I came here. WSU Tri-Cities has made me realize that optometry is a competitive field and I need to be a competitive applicant. I’ve definitely gotten help every time I’ve asked for it.”
Geoff Schramm
Environmental Science Alumnus
“Attending WSU Tri-Cities is probably one of the best decisions I’ve ever made, the connections I’ve made here, the mentors I’ve had, the external family that I’ve now gained as part of the WSU Cougar community, is priceless. I couldn’t be more grateful for the amazing opportunities I’ve had and people I’ve met through my experience at WSU Tri-Cities.”
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dedicated to excellence in research and teaching.
dedicated to excellence in research and teaching.