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Study finds college women face greater risk of sexual violence than others
Young women attending college face a dramatically higher risk of sexual violence than those who don’t, especially if they live on campus, according to a new analysis of national crime data by Washington State University researchers.
Linda Pillo honored with WSU Alumni Achievement Award
Linda Pillo (’78), former Chief of Police for the City of Bellevue, was presented with the Washington State University Alumni Association Alumni Achievement Award at a surprise ceremony on Sept. 13 in Seattle.
Meridian man faces trial after police officer’s use of force
Idaho Statesman: David Makin discusses the importance of reviewing law enforcement policies and training methods to learn from police incident responses and enhance accountability and transparency.
Mental Health Initiative encourages training for faculty and staff
Mental health is a critical concern for students navigating the complexities of college life. Washington State University and the College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) recognizes its responsibility to support students extends beyond academic achievement and into fostering their overall well-being.
Meet the new faculty of 2024
The breadth of scholarly interests and teaching expertise of the college’s newest faculty—from environmental humanities and many-body physics to economic globalization and the history of visual storytelling—enriches and expands the arts and sciences across the WSU system.
WSU Love Story: Alumus names scholarships for late wife, son
WSU alumus John Wiess had 70 years and 28 days with his wife, Geraldine Wiess, before she passed away. Now, one of the multiple scholarships he set up through WSU is dedicated to her. John said both he and Gerry were in Greek life and met through a coke date, which is when a new […]
Awards honor outstanding faculty, staff, and students
Nineteen faculty, five staff, and seven graduate students were honored for outstanding achievement and their commitment to excellence at the 2024 College of Arts and Sciences Appreciation and Recognition Social last week.
Seeking Balance in the Justice System
Home is where the research takes you. While pursuing an undergraduate degree in psychology, Safiya Hafiz’s interests veered toward criminology, criminal justice, and sociology. She wanted to help people on a larger scale and explore how social problems affected large groups, like those in the justice system. “I learned about social problems in sociology courses,” […]