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Growing semiconductor opportunities in Washington

“The U.S. should be self-sufficient in chip design and production fabrication,” said WSU Voiland College of Engineering and Architecture Dean Partha Pande. “We need to provide investment, we need to do it now, and we need to do it aggressively. Otherwise, the world will leave us behind.”

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Washington State University ranked 8th strongest alumni networks among all U.S. public universities

Washington State University has once again been recognized by The Princeton Review for having one of the strongest alumni networks, ranked 8th among all U.S. public universities. This marks our third year in the Top 20, thanks to the unwavering support of our global Cougar community. Go Cougs!

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Growing semiconductor opportunities in Washington

A livestock grazing management tool developed by researchers at Washington State University, the University of Arizona, and the U.S. Forest Service is one of 20 projects to receive recognition and support through Microsoft’s $5 million “AI for Good” program.

Read more: https://news.wsu.edu/news/2025/06/23/wsu-livestock-management-platform-named-microsoft-ai-for-good-winner/?utm_source=WSUNews-enewsletter&utm_campaign=wsunewsenewsletter&utm_medium=email

WSU launches new fellowship program to train critical care physicians in Everett

WSU Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine has launched its first fellowship program in partnership with Providence Regional Medical Center Everett. The Critical Care Medicine Fellowship–Everett expands the college’s medical education offerings to train more doctors in-state and will help address a growing national and statewide shortage of intensive care specialists.

Read more: https://news.wsu.edu/news/2025/06/10/wsu-launches-new-fellowship-program-to-train-critical-care-physicians-in-everett/

President Cantwell visits USDA Plant Germplasm Research Unit in Pullman

As a land-grant university, WSU is rooted in science, driven by impact, and committed to the people it serves. From the Palouse to the planet, WSU’s agricultural research is helping growers adapt to changing climates, strengthening the food systems we all rely on, and advancing innovation that matters.

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President Cantwell visits Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL)

President Elizabeth Cantwell’s visit to Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) displays how WSU is partnering with SEL to help develop state-of-the-art power grid technologies for the country and train the next-generation power industry leaders.

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Washington State University shock physics researchers to continue overseeing national lab facility to tune of $32.5 million

Washington State University’s Institute for Shock Physics is leading the way in understanding how materials behave under extreme conditions — earning national recognition for their groundbreaking work. With decades of expertise and cutting-edge research, the institute is helping shape the future of materials science and national defense technologies. Go Cougs!

Read more: https://www.spokesman.com/stories/2025/may/20/washington-state-university-shock-physics-research/

Bechtel gives $60,000 to purchase Universal Testing Machine for WSU Tri-Cities Engineering

Thank you Bechtel for your incredibly generous donation of $60,000 to help purchase a Universal Testing Machine for WSU Tri-Cities Engineering. President Cantwell and WSU Tri-Cities Chancellor Sandra Haynes were honored to join Project Director Brian Hartman for a special check presentation during a recent tour of the Hanford Site.

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Microsoft awards support six WSU initiatives harnessing AI technology

Microsoft has awarded funding to six groundbreaking initiatives at Washington State University, all aimed at harnessing the transformative power of artificial intelligence. This collaboration underscores the pivotal role of academia-industry partnerships in driving technological advancements that benefit society at large.

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WSU students named finalists in NASA competition

Washington State University students have been named finalists in a NASA – National Aeronautics and Space Administration competition, showcasing their innovation and dedication to aerospace engineering. The hands-on learning provided at WSU continues to develop students who are ready to lead in science, technology, and space exploration.

Read more: https://news.wsu.edu/news/2025/04/30/wsu-students-named-finalists-in-nasa-competition/?utm_source=WSUNews-enewsletter&utm_campaign=wsunewsenewsletter&utm_medium=email

Team Mentoring Program trip exposes students to new career possibilities

WSU partners Boeing, Alaska Airlines, Seattle Tacoma International Airport, Starbucks, Allen Institute, and Ste Chateau Michelle welcome students from the Washington State University Team Mentoring Program.

Students have the opportunity to explore exciting career paths, connect with industry leaders, and envision new possibilities for their futures.

Read more: https://news.wsu.edu/news/2025/04/25/team-mentoring-program-trip-opens-students-eyes-to-new-career-possibilities/