Features
Bellevue metropolitan – Since 1869, Bellevue has morphed from pioneer settlement to Norman-Rockwell small town to burgeoning suburb of Seattle. Now, with the help of a handful of WSU-trained architects, it’s high-stepping into its new role as one of Washington’s most vital urban centers. by Hannelore Sudermann
The man who gave away mountains – One of our first graduates spent a lifetime and fortune amassing land for the enjoyment of others. by Andrea Vogt
WEB EXCLUSIVE–Gallery: On Skyline Drive – Photographs of McCroskey State Park by George Bedirian
Establishing a solid foundation – A laboratory and vineyard in Prosser are where your wine is supposed to begin. by Andrea Vogt
Rare bird – Audubon himself would have trouble keeping up with this dynamo. Artist, author, and photographer Paul Johnsgard ’55 gives us a glimpse into his lifelong obsession with birds. by Cherie Winner
WEB EXCLUSIVE–Gallery: Dances with cranes – Photographs of Nebraska’s sandhill cranes by Paul Johnsgard ’55
WEB EXCLUSIVE–Story: Selections from The Nature of Nebraska: Ecology and Biodiversity by Paul A. Johnsgard ’55
Panoramas
Of dogs, drugs, and medical decisions
Getting serious about biodiesel
The coming of age of teen films
All that glitters: The shimmering nano-alchemy of Lai-Sheng Wang
Students design schools for Sri Lanka
Building a better treadle pump—one step at a time
Departments
FOOD AND FORAGE: In watermelon heaven
SPORTS: Two female athletes, two public falls
Tracking
An interview with R. Dale Storr
Art and Enterprise: Jordan Swain ’00
A great sail: Scott Carson ’72
Laurie Carlson: Doing the things she likes
Books, etc.
Idaho’s Bunker Hill: The Rise and Fall of a Great Mining Company, 1885–1981
The Dozier-Jarvis-Young Quartet: You Guys From Around Here?
Writing Pauline: Wisdom from a Long Life
Web exclusives
Video: V. Lane Rawlins to retire
Story: Dragon Slayers of Medieval Times – A selection from Dragons and Unicorns: A Natural History. by Paul and Karin Johnsgard}
On the cover: Art, love, and a vibrant urban life are alive and well in the revitalized Bellevue, Washington. Read story “Bellevue metropolitan”