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WWU Theatre performs staged reading of "American Prom" at Sehome High
2+ hour, 10+ min ago (310+ words) The hard work and commitment the students showed during STK became a full-circle moment when author Idris Goodwin, Smith-Stovall, WWU Professor of Theatre Evan Mueller, and alumni Newborn and Frank performed a staged reading at Sehome High School on May…...
Western Washington University celebrates more than 2, 500 graduates during Commencement Weekend
1+ week, 4+ day ago (250+ words) Western Washington University will host six commencement ceremonies June 12-13 to celebrate graduates and their families." More than 2, 500 graduates are expected to attend"Commencement Weekend ceremonies in Carver Gym, including winter quarter graduates or students who plan to graduate in spring…...
In Memoriam: Reflecting on the legacy of Geology's Ned Brown
1+ week, 4+ day ago (90+ words) WWU News " Emeritus Professor Liz Schermer and Professor Sean Mulcahy Artwork by Gretchen Leggitt Western Washington University's main campus is situated on the ancestral homelands of the Coast Salish Peoples, who have lived in the Salish Sea basin, all throughout…...
Registration for Summer 2026 Faculty and Staff Wellness classes opens June 2
1+ week, 4+ day ago (205+ words) Registration for SUMMER wellness classes opens Tuesday, June 2! Summer classes will run Tuesday, June 23-Friday, Sept. 4. We have the bulk of our classes from spring term returning for summer, with a few additional classes and changes in class schedule. Summer…...
Two long-serving Global Humanities and Religions faculty retiring this quarter
1+ week, 6+ day ago (324+ words) Two pillars of the Global Humanities and Religions department will retire at the end of spring quarter and become emeritus and emerita, respectively: Professor Scott Pearce and Professor Andrea Gogr'f. Their service will be publicly celebrated at the department's annual…...
Meet the 2026 Presidential Scholars
2+ week, 18+ hour ago (139+ words) Each year, WWU honors seven graduates with the Presidential Scholar Award, honoring the high achievements of students for exceptional scholarship, success in furthering multicultural programs and activities, and other service to the university and community." Presidential Scholars are nominated by…...
WWU alum Ariela Ikezawa recognized for early career excellence by the National Science Teaching Association
2+ week, 1+ day ago (453+ words) WWU alum Ariela Ikezawa has just started her career as a science teacher, and she's already received national recognition for her work in the classroom." Ikezawa has been awarded the Maitland P. Simmons Memorial Award by the National Science Teaching Association....
Western Washington University's House of Healing opens doors to collaboration
2+ week, 2+ day ago (1769+ words) Western's Lhaq 'temish-ew'xw e tse Xw Lemi' - House of Healing opened this month in a building already steeped in symbolism, cultural heritage and collaboration." With a gathering hall, teaching kitchen, study lounges, outdoor garden for culturally significant Indigenous plants and…...
Explore, restore and celebrate the Sehome Hill Arboretum at Arboretum Day, May 30
3+ week, 3+ hour ago (532+ words) When: Saturday, May 30, 9 a. m. -3: 30 p. m." Where: WWU House of Healing and Sehome Hill Arboretum More information about Arboretum Day including the full agenda, location and parking information With miles of trails through lush forest and soaring views from the observation tower, the…...
Want Free Drinks All Quarter? Commit to a Fall 2026 Voluntary Meal Plan Before 6/12
3+ week, 1+ hour ago (251+ words) Students, faculty or staff looking to add convenience, and a little extra value, to their fall routine can now take advantage of a limited-time early sign-up promotion for voluntary (optional) fall 2026 meal plans. For a limited time, anyone who commits…...