WSU Honors College Professor’s Assignment Published on National Curricular Resources Website

PULLMAN, Wash. – An assignment used as part of an arts and humanities class at the Honors College at WSU was one of just eight national submissions to be highlighted as a curricular resource on the website of the Council of Writing Program Administrators (CWPA).

“The people at the CWPA were looking for concrete examples of excellent assignments,” says Diane Kelly-Riley, co-director of the Writing Program in the University College at WSU and member of the CWPA. “The aim of each assignment is to help students gain the rhetorical skills that are critical for college success.” » More …

WSU Honors College Students, Faculty Awarded at Spring 2012 Commencement Banquet

PULLMAN, Wash. — Students, faculty, friends, and family associated with the Honors College at Washington State University recognized and celebrated the achievements of more than 90 graduating seniors Friday, May 4, 2012 in the MG Carey Senior Ballroom of the Compton Union Building. » More …

WSU Honors College’s Cassleman Recognized with Bates Award for International Service

Assistant Dean of the Washington State University Honors College Jessica Cassleman was presented the 2012 Robert C. Bates Award for her dedication to the advancement of international education programs.  The award was administered by the WSU Office of International Programs.

The Robert C. Bates Award is presented annually to a member of the WSU or Pullman community who has: enriched the cultural experiences of the WSU international student and scholar population; promoted global networking through classroom and experiential education; or, increased awareness among the WSU student and/or staff population about our global interconnectedness. » More …

IN MEMORIAM: Donald W. Bushaw, Retired WSU Honors College Faculty, Council Member

PULLMAN, Wash.—Donald W. Bushaw, 85, a WSU faculty member and professor of mathematics for half a century, passed away Jan. 15, 2012. He was a strong proponent of the fledgling Honors Program that began in 1960, served on its Honors Council for several years starting in 1964, and taught many Honors courses. » More …

WSU Honors College Students, Faculty Recognized for Excellence at 2011 University College Awards Ceremony

PULLMAN, Wash.—The Washington State University Honors College was well represented at the University College Awards Ceremony on Tues. April 19, when six Honors students and six faculty members received recognition in several categories for their academic and service excellence.

“Tuesday’s award ceremony showcased the outstanding achievements that the students and faculty of Honors have made in the past year,” says Libby Walker, dean of Honors. “We are very proud of their accomplishments.”

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