WSU 4-H workshop teaches animal care to Colville Reservation youth and families

A hands-on 4-H livestock workshop in March equipped youth and families in the rural community of Keller on the Colville Reservation with knowledge that increases livestock and animal well-being.

Youth in 4-H hoodie with personal protective, disposable gloves injects colored substance into orange.

WSU Extension pesticide program director recognized nationally for stewardship

WSU Extension pesticide program director Wendy Sue Wheeler received the President’s Award from The Pesticide Stewardship Alliance for her national leadership in protecting the environment and food supply.

Wendy Sue Wheeler next to TPSA President Nicole Jansen. Wheeler holds an award certificate, and they stand in front of a repeating TPSA logo backdrop.

WSU Extension team helps Washington home builders navigate energy code

Because a homebuilder’s error can result in a health problem, lawsuit, or expensive retrofit, building to code is critical. The Residential Energy Codes Team in the WSU Energy Program helps anyone building in Washington get it right.

Aerial view of new Vancouver, Washington, residential development.

WSU Extension research showing goodwill toward neighbors boosts health outcomes

New Washington State University Extension research from the CHORDS Lab in Whatcom County suggests that strong neighborly connections improve health outcomes and reduce stress.

Person speaking across the fence with a neighbor.