Human Development

Bored eaters snacked more during the pandemic, WSU study finds

Researchers at Washington State University found that people who ate more due to boredom during the COVID-19 pandemic snacked more often, instead of waiting to feel full or hungry. Lexie Jackson, scientist and instructor at WSU’s Department of Human Development, and Alana Anderson, a WSU graduate research assistant, surveyed behavior and eating habits of 360 […]

A woman snacks in front of a laptop sipping soda from a wine glass with a curly straw and eats chips, waffles, and skittles.

2021 graduate working to improve life for people with disabilities

New WSU Vancouver graduate Abby Griffith testified before two state legislative committees this spring about the importance of public transportation for people with disabilities.

Abby Griffith holds a cane standing in front of trees and a brick building.