New sounds, new century
From Devo’s quirky take on the Rolling Stones’ “I Can’t Get No Satisfaction” to Daughtry’s acoustic cover of Lady Gaga’s “Poker Face,” musicians often reimagine popular tunes in their own style. In honor of the WSU Fight Song’s 100th anniversary, the Cougar Marching Band performed four different arrangements of the beloved tune during the WSU football halftime show on Dad’s Weekend. Learn more >>>
Interactive and educational
Chemists and artists created four vibrant murals, two of which feature custom temperature-sensitive pigments that change when warmed by the sun. Learn more >>
King of gene switching
Biologists discover grizzlies express a larger number of genes in preparation for and during hibernation than any other species studied. Learn more >>
First steps
Criminal justice faculty played key roles in developing a national program to help non-violent drug offenders successfully transition to civilian life. Read more >>
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