Fall 2020
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Summer 2016
Chance for Glory
The Innovation and Triumph of the 1916 Washington State Rose Bowl Team
Darin Watkins ’84
Aviva: 2015
“I have decided to put my fate in your hands,” said Washington State College football coach William “Lone Star” Dietz to his players, as they prepared to take on Brown University in the 1916 Rose Bowl after an astounding 1915 season. Dietz promised to return as coach if WSC won.
The team fought hard, using Dietz’s … » More …
Summer 2016
Boxing day for Cougs
Hundreds of eager WSU seniors prepare to leave Pullman each spring after graduation. Some might be headed to new jobs or internships. Others will go to graduate school, the military, or the Peace Corps. Whatever the destination, almost all those Cougs have a common need: sturdy boxes.
As they pack their crimson sweatshirts, posters, and books, the graduating students will carry away another reminder of their college days: free WSU-themed packing boxes.
And they can thank Dave Wilson ’86 for his volunteer efforts in arranging delivery of about 1,500 of those boxes for the last eight years.
“The way the box is designed you don’t … » More …
Summer 2015
Shattering some glass—Women sportscasters breaking into the big leagues
Women in sports broadcasting jump hurdles and work hard to succeed in the traditionally male-dominated field, as several WSU alumni can attest.
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Winter 2015
Volunteers drive the Cougar Nation (really)
Organizing a trip to a Major League Soccer game for 100 people could intimidate anyone. Not to mention a community garden, a networking meeting for young alumni, or even a WSU football viewing party. Fortunately, there’s an engine that drives the Cougar nation and its events: volunteers.
Ashley MacMillan ’05, president of the Oregon Chapter of the WSU Alumni Association, has seen that engine work. “We have so many people here who are passionate about being involved with other Cougs, we’ve been able to diversify our events,” she says.
That includes the hottest sports ticket in Portland: MLS soccer team the Timbers, which is one … » More …
Winter 2015
Class notes
1960s
Bruce Werner (’64 MS P.E., ’74 EDD Educ. Admin.) was inducted into the California Community College Sports Hall of Fame. He taught physical education and served as the men’s tennis coach and assistant football coach for 13 years at Chabot College. He then worked at Cosumnes River College as dean of athletics. In 1979 he moved to American River College, where he remained for 22 years. He served as vice president of instruction at Folsom Lake College from 2001 until his retirement in 2004. He also held numerous leadership roles in California community college athletics.
1970s
Thomas Meyer (’73 MS Zoo., ’78 DVM) … » More …
Winter 2015
In memoriam
1940s
Paul A. Klavano (’41 Chem., ’44 DVM), 95, June 10, 2015, Pullman.
Richard D. Bartram (’43 Hort.), 94, February 19, 2015, Wenatchee.
Maryhelen Stephens (’43 Pharm.), 93, August 20, 2015, Portland, Oregon.
Forrest W. Johnson (’44 Wildlife Eco.), 94, August 19, 2015, Yakima.
Helen F. Stowell (’44 Phys. Ed.), 93, June 30, 2015, Spokane.
Barbara Lee (Leighty) Hanger (’45 Nursing), 91, April 4, 2015, Dayton.
Dorothy Ruth Hink (’45 Microbio.), 94, April 14, 2015, Cashmere.
Nydia Jane Oliver (’47 Fine Arts, Delta Gamma), 89, July 14, 2015, College Place.
Zilda Utzman Carlson (’48 Pol. Sci.), 89, July 26, 2015, Boise, Idaho.
Paul H. … » More …
Winter 2015
Michael and Virginia Jessemey McCarty
Philanthropists, business leaders, and WSU supporters Michael and Virginia Jessemey McCarty received the WSU Alumni Association Alumni Achievement Award in September. Virginia graduated in 1974 with a broadcasting degree, and Michael earned his degree in recreation in 1975. He recently retired as chief executive officer of the Association of Washington Cities. She is the owner of McCarty & Associates marketing firm, which she founded in 1986.
Michael has been manager of the Thurston Conservation District, administrator for the City of Shelton, past president of the Washington City Management Association, and board member for the National League of Cities. He was appointed by former Gov. Chris … » More …
Fall 2015
Dr. Dan Doornink’s football career
Highlights of the football career of Dan Doornink ’78, with the Seattle Seahawks and the WSU Cougars, produced by Seattle Seahawks Legends and WSU Manuscripts, Archives, and Special Collections.
A Visit with Dan Doornink
“Dr. Dan” was a running back for the Seahawks for seven seasons (1979-85), and will always be remembered for his 123-yard rushing performance in the 1984 Wild Card playoff win against the LA Raiders at the Kingdome.
L.A. Raiders vs Seattle Seahawks 1984-85 1st Half
1984-85 AFC Wildcard Game between the Raiders visiting the Seahawks from the Kingdome in Seattle. The Raiders are … » More …
Summer 2015
Cougar pride on the road and into scholarships
Philip Behrend and Kayla Leinweber are two students helped by scholarships funded from the crimson WSU license plates.
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