Looking forward to this year's @murrowcollege.bsky.social 50th Symposium! At last year's symposium, two of the Foundation's Board of Directors were inducted into the Murrow Hall of Achievement, with our current board chair inducted in 2024. Stay tuned to learn more about these board members!

Throwback to last year's Foundation Board of Directors Retreat and #WSUinTempe gathering! 🏜️ Starting tomorrow, directors will be meeting virtually to connect with other #WSU leadership and help shape the landscape of philanthropy across the university for the future. #GoCougs

Guy Palmer, a researcher dedicated to improving human and animal health, worked with #WSU for over 40 years. To continue the impact of his work, Howard Wright III '77 and Katherine Janeway created the new Dr. Guy Palmer Fund in Global Health: magazine.wsu.edu/2026/01/30/g... @wsuvetmed.bsky.social

On Friday, the WSU School of the Environment will host "Adventures in Caving," presented by National Geographic's Robbie Shone. This is supported by the Lane Family Lecture in Environmental Science, endowed by a gift from L.W. "Bill" & Jean Lane: news.wsu.edu/news/2026/02... @wsucahnrs.bsky.social

This semester's #CougStarter has launched! ⚡ Take a look at the projects that 21 #WSU student clubs are fundraising for, from campus events to community service initiatives: https://cougstarter.wsu.edu/ #GoCougs

Through work with global corporations, nonprofit organizations, and public leaders, Nyhus has demonstrated how strategic communication — rooted in truth, precision, and public responsibility — can drive meaningful change. #GoCougs

Developed by WSU's Native American Health Sciences, the Little Birds pathway program helps youth build self-confidence around cultural identity, instilling confidence, representation, and belief that Native youth belong in health science careers. ⬇️ 🩺 foundation.wsu.edu/2026/02/03/l...

Be on the lookout for the upcoming Washington State Magazine issue, featuring #WSU basketball sensation and the Foundation's General Counsel and Assistant Secretary to the Board: Terry Kelly! 🏀 #GoCougs

Last week, WSU Voiland celebrated the opening of the Prime Electric and MacDonald-Miller Construction Management Classroom in Carpenter Hall. Learn about the transformational investments that turned this space into a collaborative, technology-driven hub: foundation.wsu.edu/2026/01/26/b...

Join WSU's MLK Keynote Celebration today at 5:30 pm, featuring Dr. Paula Groves Price at the CUB Senior Ballroom with livestreaming as well. There will also be musical performances by God’s Harmony, a poetry reading, and presenting of Distinguished Service Awards. mlk.wsu.edu/keynote-cele...

When WSU launched @wsumedicine.bsky.social, Dr. Joel and Janet DeLisa saw a chance to give back in a transformative way—by establishing the DeLisa Lectureship and Continuing Education Fund in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, the college’s first lectureship. ⬇️ medicine.wsu.edu/news/2026/01...

On Martin Luther King Jr. Day, check out the opportunities available on this National Day of Service through the Center for Civic Engagement, with WSU MLK events taking place this week as well: mlk.wsu.edu/2026-schedule-of-events/

Students: Join the Scholarship Application Workshop on Jan 21 from 5:00-6:30 p.m. at WSU Pullman, where the Director of Distinguished Scholarships will help you complete and gain a competitive edge on scholarship applications before the Jan 31 due date. ⬇️ events.cahnrs.wsu.edu/event/schola...

WSU is offering a variety of events during MLK week, taking place January 19-23. From service opportunities to a keynote celebration, take a look what you can attend: https://news.wsu.edu/news/2026/01/14/mlk-week-events-happening-jan-19-23/

The effort brings together public and private partners to rapidly scale sustainable aviation fuel. Supported by state funds and $10 million in philanthropic support, CSAA is the most comprehensive initiative of its kind in the Pacific Northwest. news.wsu.edu/news/2026/01...

The priority deadline for WSU's General Scholarship Application is January 31! Students: fill out one application to be considered for hundreds of scholarships for the 2026-27 academic year. 👇 #Scholarships #GoCougs futurecoug.wsu.edu/portal/scholarships

Knowing that a #scholarship and student job allowed him to get a college education, Mel Hamre '54 supported WSU for over 40 years. Despite his passing in 2025, his planned gifts to multiple areas of WSU will have a lasting impact. ❤️ ⬇️ foundation.wsu.edu/2026/01/08/r... #GoCougs #PlannedGiving

Donor-supported discretionary funds are helping WSU Vet Med support programs and research across the college amidst fluctuating federal funding. These funds help address unforeseen and emerging needs. ⬇️ 🐾 https://vetmed.wsu.edu/discretionary-donations-support-research-students-and-clinical-care/

Chairing WSU's Department of Botany for 32 years, Gerry Edwards reshaped the world's understanding of photosynthesis. Deeply supported by his wife Sandy, Gerry built a globally renowned research program at WSU. Read about their impact and endowment: foundation.wsu.edu/2026/01/06/r...

In the WSU Pharmacy top stories of 2025, #2 features the Rural Health Travel Fund and how it enables students to gain crucial experience in communities that need them most. Read about two scholarship recipients: https://pharmacy.wsu.edu/2025/03/14/how-the-rural-health-travel-fund-transforms-lives/

Hey Cougs! Hope you've been enjoying the new year. ✨ What are your goals and plans for 2026? ⬇️ #GoCougs

Ramping up to the new year like… Happy New Year’s Eve, Cougs! 🎉 See you in 2026. 😎

As we come to the end of the year, we look back on 2025 with gratitude for all of you who came together to give to WSU, to join us in celebrating Coug wins, and to help build the landscape for the future of Washington State University. From all of us: THANK YOU. Here's to looking ahead! #GoCougs

Happy Holidays, Cougs! ❄️ For you: a message from WSU Foundation CEO Mike Connell. 💌 #GoCougs

⚡️ CHAMPIONS ⚡️ Some more moments from last night’s gathering. Can we get a Go Cougs for a fabulous Famous Idaho Potato Bowl Cougar win?! 🙌 #GoCougs 📸 Robert Hubner, #WSU Photo Services

Had a fantastic time last night with all the Cougs who joined us for our Welcome Reception and Cougar Football Hour! 🎉🏈 We had a blast ramping up to today’s big game. Thank you to everyone who brought the Cougar Spirit and made this night so fun. GO COUGS! 🐾 📸 Robert Hubner

See you all TONIGHT at our Welcome Reception & Cougar Football Hour! Attending the Mash Bash? You can walk down to the Treefort Music Hall afterward for our gathering and live radio show from 7-9 pm. Walk-ins accepted as space is available. Details 👇 bit.ly/potatobowl2025

Don't forget to register by the end of today for our Welcome Reception and Cougar Football Hour! Join us the evening before the Famous Idaho Potato Bowl to eat hearty appetizers, hear from #WSU leadership, and see the live radio show. 👇 #GoCougs gocougs.wsufoundation.wsu.edu/s/1613/index...

A @wsueverett.bsky.social software engineering major, Camille Orego has made a lasting impact on campus through leadership and community building. #Scholarships have given her the gift of time, allowing her to reduce work hours and expand her outreach. 👇 #GoCougs foundation.wsu.edu/2025/11/15/s...

Aiming to reduce financial barriers to medical education, improve health equity, and strengthen the physician workforce, the Washington State Medical Association selected @wsumedicine.bsky.social for its first four-year scholarship! 🩺 Learn about the impact: news.wsu.edu/news/2025/12...

Grateful for the community behind Coug Nurses. Interim Dean Anne Mason shares a message of thanks and invites you to explore the Impact Report, featuring alumni stories, donor support, and the future of nursing at WSU. https://f.mtr.cool/xxsxivxntr #CougNurses #GoCougs

This week's Crimson 50 highlight features Dick '64 and Pam '68 Bagnall. Both a part of WSU Honors as students and united in the idea of giving back, the Bagnalls carried the impact of their #WSU education far and wide. Read about their journey and legacy: foundation.wsu.edu/2025/11/15/c...

Headed to the Famous Idaho Potato Bowl? 🏈 Join us the evening before the big game at our Welcome Reception & Radio Show! On Sun, Dec 21 from 7-9 pm MST, we'll be serving hearty appetizers while hearing from #WSU leadership and special guests! Register at: bit.ly/goingbowling2025

A scholarship recipient, @wsueverett.bsky.social student Gusta Beard credits this support in enabling her to engage in campus life as a non-traditional student and mother. Read about her leadership and involvement as an organic & sustainable agriculture major. 🌱 👇 foundation.wsu.edu/2025/11/15/s...

Heading to Boise to cheer on the Cougs at the Famous Idaho Potato Bowl? 🏈 Meet us in Downtown Boise for our Welcome Reception & Radio Show! 🎉 ➡️ Sunday, December 21 ➡️ 7-9 p.m. ➡️ Treefort Music Hall ➡️ Register today at: bit.ly/goingbowling2025 See you there! #GoCougs

Two @wsuvetmed.bsky.social students received national scholarships from the American Association of Equine Practitioners! 🐎 Their passionate and competitive work in the field of equine care shone brightly among their peers, the awards supporting their career goals. news.wsu.edu/news/2025/12...

A Chewelah couple’s lifelong dream of restoring their 100 acre forest is becoming a “legacy of learning” as they donate their tree farm to WSU Extension Forestry for education and stewardship. news.wsu.edu/news/2025/12... 🌲 #WSU #GoCougs

Introducing our Crimson 5️⃣0️⃣ series! This inside look honors Cougs who've been giving to #WSU for 50 years. Learn about Kermit and Marguerite Duncan, who built a legacy of generosity through decades of giving. ⬇️ https://foundation.wsu.edu/2025/11/15/crimson-50-kermit-61-and-marguerite-duncan/

In honor of International Volunteer Day, THANK YOU to all of our extraordinary #WSU volunteers for your dedication to meaningful impact. 🐾 Take a look at the 2025 Outstanding Service Award recipients that we celebrated this past spring! ⬇️ #GoCougs www.youtube.com/watch?v=gu7p...

[email protected] and @wsuvancouver.bsky.social are establishing new TRIO student support programs thanks to grants from the U.S. Department of Education. Both campuses received $1.36 million to focus on serving students with disabilities and first-gen students. ⬇️ news.wsu.edu/news/2025/12...

With 2 in 5 college students facing food insecurity across Washington and more Cougs requesting emergency scholarship support, your generosity helps students pursue their dreams while having their basic needs met. On #GivingTuesday, see opportunities at: foundation.wsu.edu/student-support.

Thanks to your vital support, resources like the Cougar Food Pantry help foster community, opportunity, and a chance to move forward. With food insecurity on the rise, you can help students stay fed, focused, and successful by supporting campus food funds today at give.wsu.edu. #GivingTuesday

This fall, students requested over $20,000 in emergency scholarship support to overcome unexpected challenges. This #GivingTuesday, help us ensure students have the resources they need when life takes an unexpected turn. bit.ly/4iic78q @wsufoundation.bsky.social

Looking back at your generosity, it's clear that Cougs are there for each other through thick and thin. With a variety of funds planting seeds of support far and wide, take a moment to explore how you can strengthen the Coug community at give.wsu.edu. 🐾 #GivingTuesday #GoCougs

Since 2021, more than $1 million from WSU's Good Samaritan Fund has been used to help some 2,100 animals and their families. This story shares how the fund helped out pit bull mix Penny 🐶 🐾. With #GivingTuesday tomorrow, consider the impact of hardship funds like this! news.wsu.edu/news/2025/12...

Phillip ’40 & June Lighty gave over $10 million to #WSU, hoping scholarship recipients would “dream big, lead boldly, and create meaningful change.” 💫 Read about their legacy & our scholars reception: https://foundation.wsu.edu/2025/11/26/paying-it-forward-the-lighty-familys-enduring-impact-at-wsu/

The WSU General Scholarship Application is open until January 31, 2026! Undergraduate students: apply today ⬇️ https://alumni.wsu.edu/s/1613/18/interior.aspx?sid=1613&gid=2&pgid=11738 #NationalScholarshipMonth

Did you know that Cougar Health Services has Peer Health Educators? This student team educates fellow Cougs on topics like mental health, violence prevention, and substance misuse. This season, check out ways to support student access to health services by visiting: cougarhealth.wsu.edu/give.

Did you know that during the 2024-2025 academic year, #WSU campus food pantries collectively served over 58,000 student visits? With food insecurity on the rise, your support helps ensure WSU students' basic needs are met. Explore student food funds: https://foundation.wsu.edu/student-support/

Kristina Lockwood & Mark Brubaker are matching gifts to the @wsuvancouver.bsky.social Cougar Food Pantry between now and #GivingTuesday! With food insecurity on the rise, take a look at this throwback story and learn how you can support #WSU students: foundation.wsu.edu/2024/11/25/c...