WSU Tri-Cities professor serves on research team working on projectWashington State University is leading the online implementation of a program aimed at reducing school truancy that could positively affect schools across the state — and possibly the nation.The Washington Assessment of the Risks and Needs of Students, or WARNS, program...
A new overview of the Washington State University Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine charter class shows it is made up of a strong percentage of female, low socioeconomic status and first generation students.The class, a group of 60 students who are current residents of or have significant ties to...
Construction on Washington State University Tri-Cities’ new Student Union Building — called the SUB — was completed Aug. 14 and the grand opening was celebrated Sept. 14.The building will be used for student leisure, study, meetings and events.WSU Tri-Cities students voted to assess a fee upon themselves to pay for...
It may be two years before Washington State University Tri-Cities has medical students, but Farion Williams, the new associate dean of medicine for that campus, is ramping up for students who will spend their final two years in the region. Farion Williams, Washington State University Tri-Cities“The Tri-Cities is in a...
WSU launching national search for replacementThe chancellor of Washington State University Tri-Cities is stepping down. H. Keith Moo-YoungH. Keith Moo-Young will be leaving before his five-year contract is up. He joined the Richland campus four years ago, earning a $300,000 annual salary.“With new leadership comes a new vision and direction...
By H. Keith Moo-YoungIn today’s day and age, students are expected to go above and beyond what is experienced in the traditional classroom setting. Students are expected to have a full body of work experience by means of internships, co-ops and other extracurricular experiences by graduation. But beyond that, holding...
In the not too distant future, “smart homes” could be as common as smartphones. Diane CookA Washington State University researcher believes so-called “smart homes” might be a way to keep senior citizens independent and in their homes longer.“We want to provide intervention to increase independence,” said Diane Cook, whose research...
The School of Hospitality Business Management at Washington State University celebrates its 85th anniversary with the induction of several people — including a Tri-City hotel owner — into its inaugural hall of fame. Tom Drumheller,Escape LodgingTom Drumheller, chief executive officer of Escape Lodging, which is building The Lodge at Columbia...
A Washington State University study of the chemistry of technetium-99 has improved understanding of the challenging nuclear waste and could lead to better cleanup methods.The work is reported in the journal Inorganic Chemistry and was led by John McCloy, associate professor in the School of Mechanical and Materials Engineering, and...
A fundraiser brunch to support Washington State University Tri-Cities’ Carson College of Business will feature “The Throwin’ Samoan.”Former Cougar quarterback Jack Thompson will talk about a new opportunity he is offering to Cougar-owned and managed businesses at the Point to Success event on Jan. 28 at Anthony’s at Columbia Point in...