News and Achievements

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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.

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.