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PRH teaches health with art
Honor the Indigenous Submissions will be open until Oct. 5 for online collection of art.
WSU offers resources to faculty COVID-19 testing on- and off-campus will be covered by WSU medical insurance By Sydney Brown Evergreen reporter
COURTESY OF HEATHER MAC DERMOTT-HAVEY
WSU’s Children Center partnered with Pullman Regional Hospital for the Health Education and Art (HEART) Program in July. The program aims to help children understand and process the COVID-19 pandemic through art.
Children learn about health through art projects; designs displayed in local hospital
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local partnership between Pullman Regional Hospital and WSU aims to teach children about health and wellness by integrating art into the learning model. The hospital’s Health Education and Art program, also known as HEART, helps children adapt to change and engage in learning
through art. The program empowers children to express themselves in a variety of ways, said Noel Nicolai, healthier communities coordinator for PRH’s Center for Learning and Innovation. “There’s a lot of research out there that talks about art as a healing method,” she said. “When they’re processing information, sometimes children don’t have the words to do that.” Nicolai said she began the HEART program when the pandemic started. She was curious about how children
were processing the pandemic and how they perceived it. Nicolai tried the program at a smaller preschool and found that the children enjoyed the program. By early July, the WSU Children’s Center partnered with PRH for the HEART program. Nicolai said the center’s learning goals fit well with the program. The center uses art to incorporate healthy habits and wellness topics in its curriculum with the overall goal of building a healthier community. See ART Page 3
Officials from WSU Human Resource Services and the Office of the Provost described resources for faculty and staff during its COVID-19 virtual town hall Wednesday morning. More than 1,800 faculty members responded to a survey about the concerns of WSU employees, said Theresa Elliot-Cheslek, HRS chief human resource officer. Most responses showed concerns with mental health resources, questions about asymptomatic on-campus testing and whether insurance would cover those who participate in paid leave programs. Insurance will cover asymptomatic testing for free and provide counseling for those experiencing anxiety, depression and other mental health obstacles, Ann Monroe, HRS director of the benefits unit, said. “One of the resources that we’re really encouraging people to tap into is the employee assistance program that has counselors available,” Monroe said. The WSU Employee Assistance Program also has resources for questions about whether an employee who needs to take care of small children or older citizens can continue to benefit from the university’s medical insurance, Monroe said. See RESOURCES Page 3
Pullman schools advised against in-person learning Returning to face-to-face classes would require fewer than 37 cases of COVID-19 in two weeks by Andrea Gonzalez Evergreen reporter
Whitman County Public Health does not currently recommend Pullman Public Schools conduct in-person learning because viral COVID-19 activity remains relatively high in Pullman. It is dangerous to have in-person learning if there are more than 75 cases per 100,000 people in a population, said Troy Henderson, Whitman County Public Health Director. This metric was put out by Gov. Jay Inslee and the Washington State Department of Health. Whitman County’s population is about 50,000 people, so having 37 or more positive cases within two weeks is high viral activity and in-person learning is not recommended, he said. However, Pullman’s viral activity is decreasing because the number of cases are lowering, he said. If the number of cases con-
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tinue to decrease and viral activity stays within the 18-25 years age demographic, then Whitman County Public Health may support in-person learning, particularly for grades K-6. Children ages 11 and up spread COVID-19 as effectively as adults, he said, according to an article in the Journal of American Medical Association. Children ages 10 and below do not. “I hope that kids can get back in the classroom as soon as it’s safe to do so,” Henderson said. A school district reopening plan was developed over the summer, said Bob Maxwell, superintendent of the Pullman Public School District. There are two versions of the plan: distance learning 2.0 and hybrid learning, he said. Currently, the district is doing distance learning. The school district will initiate hybrid learning when COVID-19 See SCHOOLS Page 3
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A century between
RBG shakes America
Chu ready to return
Officer not disciplined for telling partiers ‘key is out of sight, out of mind’’
Here’s a close look at the impact of the Spanish Flu and COVID-19.
Justice Ginsburg’s death will rock the political sphere in many ways.
Redshirt sophomore Amy Chu sets high standards for the golf team.
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‘ Making It Personal’ webinar WSU is hosting a webinar on the power of stor y telling in building inclusive environments. At 9 a.m. Oct. 8, Maria Murkin will discuss the ‘secret ingredient ’ to effective diversit y, equit y and inclusion. The event will also focus on identif ying the kinds of stories that can be used to foster empathy and understanding. You can register at events.wsu.edu/event/ making-it-personal-the-power-of-stor y telling-for-building-inclusive-environments/
Theft SE Fairmount Rd., 10:49 a.m. Officer responded to a call concerning a man in a store who was wanted for a previous theft. The officer surveyed the area.
Monday & Tues day GPSA Presents Mindfulness Training + Mindfulness Yoga Practice a bit of self-care this upcoming week by attending a mindfulness training event and a mindfulness yoga event. GPSA is hosting both events for graduate and professional WSU students. The training event will be held at 3 p.m. Oct. 5, and the yoga event will be held the nex t day at 5 p.m. Oct. 6. Students who attend both sessions will be entered in a raffle for a $20 gift card. Register at https ://tinyurl.com/ gpsamind20 To submit, email events to meditor@dailyevergreen.com. Preference will be given to events that are free and open to the public or are hosted by an RSO, and must include time, date and place.
Trespassing, Mask Violation SE Klemgard Ave., 2:01 p.m. Officer responded to a caller reporting a man who refused to wear a mask and refused to leave when asked to. Found Back pack SE Spring St., 5:56 p.m. Officer responded to a caller who found a backpack in the area. Found Wallet NE Merman Dr., 6:37 p.m. Officer responded to a caller who found a wallet in the area.
Monday Stolen Political Sign NW Dillon St., 9:00 a.m. Officer responded to a caller reporting that someone stole his political sign overnight. Vehicle Prowl N Grand Ave., 10:27 a.m. Officer responded to a report about a car that looked like it was broken into. Speeding Concerns NW State & NW Irving St., 12:37 p.m. Officer responded to caller reporting multiple cars speeding in the area stating concern for bikers and pedestrians. A radar will be put in the location to monitor speed.
Suspicious Individual NE Stadium Way, 3:19 p.m. Officer advised about a caller reporting that a suspicious looking vehicle had been parked near the playground area. Harrasment NE Spaulding St., 3:45 p.m. Officer advised about a caller reporting that a woman kept harrasing him and she told him to call the police, so he did.
Tues day Stray Animal SW Center St. & SW Summer St., 926 a.m. Officer responded to caller reporting a lost dog with no collar in the area. The dog was returned to the owner. Road Rage SE Latah St., 12:13 p.m. Officer responded to a road rage incident, but no crime was committed. Malicious Mischief E Main St., 1:58 p.m. Officer responded to a call of someone reporting that their vehicle had been scratched. Alcohol Off ense SE Bishop Blvd., 5:26 p.m. Officer responded to a caller reporting an individual who was reportedly buying alcohol for minors. Civil Dispute NW Davis Way, 8:25 p.m. Officer responded to dispute between neighbors, but no crime committed was reported by the responding officer.
In the Stars | Horoscopes Today’s Birthday — — Home holds your heart this year. Disciplined efforts realize a shared family vision. Expect unpredictable finances. Educational challenges redirect your attention this winter, before a creative project takes off. Your story takes a new turn next summer, before an adventure draws you out. Deepen family bonds. Aries (March 21 - April 19) —— A challenge redirects you. This Full Moon in your sign illuminates a new personal direction. Expand your boundaries. Turn toward an inspiring possibility. Taurus (April 20 - May 20) —— Review priorities privately. Balance old responsibilities with new. Meditate on dreams, past and future. This Aries Full Moon illuminates a transition. Begin an introspective phase. Gemini (May 21 - June 20) —½— This Full Moon illuminates social changes. One door closes and another opens. Friends come and go in your community. Share appreciations, goodbyes and greetings. Cancer (June 21 - July 22) —— Finish a project before beginning another professional phase. This Full Moon sparks a career shift. Focus on current passions. Don’t reveal unfinished plans.
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Officer not punished for ‘inappropriate’ advice No department policies were violated, Pullman Police Chief Jenkins says By Loren Negron Evergreen reporter
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Kamie Ethridge coaches the WSU women’s basketball team on Feb. 2, 2020. A police officer fined Ethridge $150 for a gathering without masks or social distancing in her driveway. The officer said it is best to keep gatherings “out of sight, out of mind.” Jenkins said he watched the video. “Our supervisory and management staff have been looking at random body-worn camera videos of enforcement of the ordinance, and we had not seen that type of messaging in the other calls,” he said. Jenkins said Willis’ message in the video was “inappropriate.” After finding out about the footage, Jenkins sent an email to his staff, communicating that their goal is to reduce the spread of COVID-19 in the community by enforcing the nuisance party ordinance. “Giving advice about how to avoid detection or circumvent enforcement of the ordinance is counterproductive to our ul-
timate goal,” he said. Willis was not subjected to discipline, Jenkins said, because he did not violate any of Pullman PD’s policies. When issuing nuisance party infractions, officers inform individuals of what the ordinance is, what the infraction entails and how they can handle their fine, he said. People can pay their fines in court. They can also plead not guilty and have a hearing. Jenkins said people can engage in a mitigation hearing where they plead guilty and communicate the circumstances they would like the judge to consider. Jenkins said an additional provision in the ordinance that allows police officers to issue in-
ART | Continued from Page 1 The center serves children of WSU faculty, staff and students. Children who are 6 weeks to 12 years old are enrolled at the center, said Children’s Center Director Heather MacDermott-Havey. One of the projects required the children to paint canvases with their hands, she said. Teachers then used the paint on the children’s hands as a visual representation of germs. “It just becomes a natural conversation builder to build on these life skills and effective hand-washing,” MacDermott-Havey said. For another project, children put paint in spray bottles, she said. Children stood six feet from each other, and each child’s spray bottle had a different paint color. Squeezing the bottle visually represented a sneeze. If they had paint on them,
then the children knew that some of their partner’s paint traveled, despite the distance between them. MacDermott-Havey said teachers used this project to communicate the importance of wearing a mask. By doing this, children understood why they have to wear a mask in public spaces, including in the center, she said. The goal of the art projects is to let students feel safe to explore, ask questions, communicate their thoughts and discover new understandings of the world through art, MacDermott-Havey said. “When you see a child’s art project, it’s just delightful,” she said. “It makes you happy. It makes you go back to your own childhood.” The children’s artworks are displayed at PRH. MacDermott-Havey said the children at the center are excited to
fractions to both partygoers and attendees took effect on Sept. 24. “What caused that change [in the ordinance] is that we were observing that partygoers were getting on their cellphones and via Venmo sending money to the hosts to help pay for the fine,” he said. “In some cases, hosts were collecting donations to help pay for the fine.” As of Sept. 25, Pullman PD has issued 23 infractions. Jenkins said his department is seeing a decrease in violations since they started enforcing the ordinance. WSU PD has not issued any nuisance party infractions. This is mostly due to the lack of activity on campus, said WSU Po-
lice Chief Bill Gardner. “We haven’t had parties on campus because there are so few people who are living actually on campus,” he said. “Most of the activities have been off campus.” Gardner said WSU PD sometimes receives calls asking officers to check if people are following public health orders, like wearing masks and practicing social distancing. WSU PD’s focus is on educating the community and gaining compliance through non-citation measures, he said. “[Officers] can use the nuisance party ordinance if they’d like to,” Gardner said, “but they haven’t run into anything where it’s been necessary.”
SCHOOLS | Cont. from Page 1 make more art and share their art with the hospital’s staff and patients. “We need to keep the spirits of our healthcare workers up because their job is 100 percent harder,” Nicolai said. “We also need to transition into a new way of thinking because life, as we know it, has changed.” Nicolai said PRH staff are going through a difficult period during the pandemic. Encouraging the community is important, she said, as well as building a positive culture around change. “I love the idea that we’re able to bring the things the children are doing to the hospital, to that community that’s working so hard to care for our people in the community ... just to bring them a little bit of joy and delight,” MacDermott-Havey said.
cases are low in Pullman, Maxwell said. The reopening plan is still being reviewed in preparation for what may occur when hybrid classes start, he added.
The hybrid classes would vary depending on the grade level, Maxwell said. It is likely in-person classes would start out at two to two-and-a-half days per week depending on grade level. The district created two models of hybrid learning, he said. The first requires half
of the class to be at school in person for half the day, then the remaining students will attend school in person for the second half of the day. The second model requires half the class to attend school in person for a full day, then the other half will attend school the next day. Parents will have the option to keep their children in virtual learning if in-person classes are implemented, Maxwell said, but if they reopen, the district would have to follow safety guidelines like wearing masks and social distancing. “It’s really hard to come up with a date to aim for because it’s really going to be dependent on a number of COVID cases in our community and recommendation from the Department of Health,” Maxwell said.
ing COVID-19 to participate in the program,” Wilkins-Fontenot said. Those who do experience symptoms first need to fill out their daily attestation and stay off-campus, Monroe said. The university also suggests they
contact a local healthcare provider to be tested, which is also covered by WSU insurance. “For anyone who is experiencing symptoms … that is the sort of testing that will be covered by the insurance,” Monroe said.
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The Pullman Police Department decided to not discipline an officer who suggested people stay “out of sight, out of mind” during a large gathering that occurred last month on a WSU coach’s property. Officer Garrett Willis fined Kamie Ethridge, head coach for WSU women’s basketball team, on Aug. 28 for violating public health orders. More than 10 people were in her driveway, and they were not wearing masks or practicing social distancing, according to a Whitman County Watch article. In the body-worn camera video, Willis said Pullman PD has directed officers to write tickets to those who are not following public health orders. Contrary to that, Willis suggested to party attendees that they hold their gatherings inside or in their backyard to prevent receiving an infraction. “I’m going to give you the same advice I give everybody else,” Willis said in the footage. “We’re pretty much in between a rock and a hard place when it comes to the community and stuff like that. Really the key is out of sight, out of mind.” Willis fined Ethridge a $150 nuisance party infraction, according to the Whitman County Watch article. Ethridge did not host the event. However, the nuisance party ordinance prohibits individuals from hosting or allowing gatherings that violate public health orders. Pullman PD was made aware of the footage after a journalist requested that particular video, said Pullman Police Chief Gary Jenkins. That was the first time
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RESOURCES | Continued from Page 1 Most employees who partake in the March 2020 federal Family First Coronavirus Act, which allows employees who need to take care of family to take paid leave, will retain their health insurance under the Family and Medical Leave Act,
Monroe said. However, beyond that act’s protections, she said most legislation requires at least eight hours of work per month to continue to get the institution’s insurance. Faculty are highly en-
couraged to get tested for COVID-19 on-site, said Kendra Wilkins-Fontenot, WSU director of Disability Services, Labor Relations, and Learning & Organizational Development teams. “We are encouraging employees who are not experienc-
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The question I keep asking myself is, ‘Have we learned anything in 100 years? And I think my answer is ‘no, not really.’
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WSU, formerly known as Washington State College, did not allow townspeople to visit campus during the 1918 pandemic. Cases slowed in the winter but spiked in the fall.
1918 pandemic hit WSU Greek, campus housing; communication about flu came from newspapers By Emma Ledbetter Evergreen reporter
People alive today have become familiar with widespread mask usage, self-quarantines and the politicization of a public health crisis. Just over 100 years ago, conditions were eerily similar, said Melissa Nicolas, associate professor in the WSU Department of English. Nicolas, who is researching the 1918 flu for her class on the rhetoric of epidemics, said people were upset about businesses closing and having to wear masks, the efficacy of which was unknown. The lack of coordinated government response is the most striking similarity she noticed, Nicolas said. The Army handled most of the disease response at the time because the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention did not exist yet. “The question I keep asking my-
self is, ‘Have we learned anything in 100 years?” she said. “And I think my answer is ‘no, not really.’” People from marginalized communities, such as black Americans and Italian immigrants, were hit harder by the flu virus than wealthier communities, she said. Similarly, COVID-19 has disproportionately affected communities of color. Americans in 1918 were afraid the effects of the flu would make them appear weak to their allies and enemies in World War I, Nicolas said. WSU, which at the time was known as Washington State College, housed several hundred individuals from the Student Army Training Corps, said University Archivist Mark O’English. One of the student soldiers likely introduced the flu to the campus population. Unlike COVID-19, there are very few records of the 1918 pandemic around the Palouse, O’English said. This was due in part to WWI, which was the focus of the country’s attention at the time. See FLU Page 12
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The WSU campus in 1918 was more compact than campus today with limited transportation. People would travel using horse and cart and a few cars.
Pullman chamber director leads city to change Local community leader spearheaded Pullman 2040 Initiative, Town Gown Collaboration, business development By Sandi Kobiesa Evergreen reporter
The Pullman Chamber of Commerce became the information center for business resources during the pandemic with Marie Dymkoski at the heart of the operation. Dymkoski, Pullman Chamber executive director, works to help local businesses and the City of Pullman. She has worked for the chamber since 2007 as an office manager and the director since 2010. “I stay very involved with the community, and with the mayor, chief of police, Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories and WSU president. It keeps me very busy,” Dymkoski said. She said she has been in charge of many special projects, but the one she’s most passionate about is Pullman 2040. This initiative started in 2015, and the goal is to have everything completed by 2040. There are around 50 different projects involved with Pullman 2040. Some may take
a decade to accomplish, others can be done much faster. Some include affordable housing and business recruitment. All the projects are divided into five groups to make it easier to get task forces to work on the project. “I was very involved at the beginning of the initiative, but now I have a lot of help from co-chairs, and they really help push the program along,” Dymkoski said. Francis Benjamin, co-chair of the initiative, said he has worked alongside Dymkoski since 2007. “The goal of this initiative is to give the people of Pullman what they want. It’s all about the community and making Pullman better,” Benjamin said. “For two years, we held meetings with the citizens and asked for descriptive words. Ones that stood out the most were safe, vibrant, family-friendly and diverse.” Dymkoski is involved in more than just Pullman 2040, she also is passionate about the Town Gown Collaborative. She works with Mayor Glenn Johnson and WSU President Kirk Schultz to bring Pullman and WSU together. See CIT Y Page 12
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Marie Dymkoski began her career for the Pullman chamber in 2007. She promotes projects focused on local businesses and housing.
Transgender mestiz@ histories brought to the page; Euro-Latinx historian and author Linda Heidenreich’s novel debuts this week. SEE PAGE 6 DAILYEVERGREEN.COM
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GINSBURG’S DEATH WILL CHANGE AMERICAN POLITICS
RBG’s passing will have pervasive political impacts beyond just the court
gender equality in the law by founding the American Civil Liberties Union’s (ACLU) Women’s Rights Project. Her effort and arguments persuaded the justices to strengthen the level of legal scrutiny in cases involving gender discrimination. She was not planning on letting cancer put an end to her perception of justice. However, in addition to honoring her memory, there are numerous repercussions that follow her unfortunate death. Her haunting last wish, during one of the most globally eventful years in modern history, foreshadows just how much rides on the outcome of this year’s general election. During her tenure on the Supreme Court, she would actively advocate for what was known as the liberal “wing” of the Supreme Court and was one of only four women to serve as justices. About 40 days before a long-awaited election for many citizens, the Supreme Court now has a seat to fill. Along with the duty of filling that seat comes many possible consequences that may follow after whoever is seated as the president picks the nominee. The United States will either continue towards a progressive path or toward a counter direction. In accordance with the president’s second-term agenda, he
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n the midst of the current political climate, no matter what party you stand for, it is undeniable just how much of an impact a historical figure like the late Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg made. Her name will always be accredited to the advancement of several different progressive movements. Aside from the power move of attending two major law schools during a time where it was perceived as “taking the place of a man,” she has several more accolades to add to her resume. Ginsburg was known to push towards decisions that were meant to improve the quality of life of marginalized and underrepresented groups, even though she was nominated for her moderation and abilities as a “consensus builder.” Michael Salamone, associate professor of political science, wrote in an email that a more prominent example of Ginsburg’s achievements was her work on achieving
includes several objectives revolving around the job market and the economy, foreign policy and the current pandemic. Along with this half of the agenda, President Trump also includes a half that illustrates what his presidential candidacy and general presidency has been like for many Americans for the past four years. A few examples of this include teaching American Exceptionalism in schools, ending sanctuary cities in terms of immigration protections, and advocating the traditional anti-abortion rhetoric that the Republican Party is known for. Though there are several arguments to make all around the president’s goals if elected for a second term, a rather rational question arises during the prevalence of these events: if President Trump is allowed to nominate an individual to fill Ginsburg’s seat, what changes could this lead to whether or not the current president is re-elected? In this theoretical situation, two political scientists analyze the possibilities a Trump-nominated justice could bring to the table. Cornell Clayton, director of The Thomas S. Foley Institute for Public Policy and Public Service at WSU, said if President Trump is able to get another nominee on the court, that could shift the balance of
power between liberals and conservatives. Clayton said the balance was 5-4 during Justice Ginsburg’s tenure — with the exception of Justice Roberts, who tends to side with the liberal wing in cases where there is precedent. In terms of court decisions, Roe v. Wade is a perfect example of a case that conservatives disapprove of but have been unwilling to overturn completely because there is precedent. “[Analysts] assume that one of the major factors President Trump is looking at when nominating an individual is whether they would be willing to overturn Roe v. Wade because it has been a central focus for electoral politics on the Republican side for at least forty years now,” Clayton said. Clayton said replacing Ginsburg would allow for a new contact point for conservatives in the Supreme Court, which would theoretically shift the original numbers from 5-4 to 6-3, with an increased probability of overturning a major case such as Roe v. Wade. This connects with one of the president’s objectives while appealing to the Republican Party itself. A much similar situation occurred three and a half years ago when Justice Scalia passed away in See GINSBURG Page 9
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New book tracks history of trans mestiz@ WSU professor publishes book on queer, transgender Chicanx history By Anna Young Evergreen reporter
This week marks the publication of “Nepantla Squared: Transgender Mestiz@ Histories in Times of Global Shift” by Linda Heidenreich, an associate professor of history and affiliate faculty in the Women’s, Gender and Sexuality Studies Program. A Euro-Latinx historian of queer Chicanx and borderlands histories, Heidenreich said “Nepantla Squared” has been in the making for four years. It started, they said, with an article about Gwen Amber Rose Araujo, a young transgender woman who was murdered in Newark, California in 2002. Heidenreich said this started a journey of digging for more trans- and gender-related Mestiz@ histories and intersections with a shifting idea of capital. “One thing we do as academics is look for answers,” they said. Following the Araujo article, Heidenreich searched for more stories, focusing on the 19th and 20th centuries. They looked into the histories of Louis Sullivan, a gay transgender man born in the 1950s, and Jack Garland, a transgender man who lived in the late 1800s. The comparison between two centuries, they said, helped them expand their work to look at how labor affects ideas around gender and immigration. As economic shifts create accelerated change, they said, race and gender lines experience similar reshaping. “Transgender folks, especially those of color, are the most marginalized and in danger,” Heidenreich said. “[These studies are] a critical part of a larger weave of ethics.” These shifting perspectives and ethics, they said, are what drive “Nepantla Squared” — the title itself refers to a Nahuatl word describing an in-between state. Heidenreich’s desire to find these deeper,
in-between histories started early on, they said. As a high school student, they began to notice the disparities between the stories they learned at home and the ones taught in the classroom. Rather than being discouraged, Heidenreich said they wanted to keep studying history and the stories that had been excluded. “It’s important to shift the narrative so that white, gender-normative history isn’t our only anchor to the past,” they said. Veronica Sandoval, a doctoral candidate who helped Heidenreich compile the book’s bibliography, said Heidenreich’s work ties into studies done by queer Chicana scholar Gloria Anzaldua. Sandoval said Anzaldua was one of the first to expand the idea of Nepantla into queer, Chicanx and feminist theory. A poet from the Texas borderlands, Sandoval said she’d never thought of Anzaldua in the way Heidenreich conceptualized, though she was already familiar with the scholar’s work. “People who love Anzaldua will love [‘Nepantla Squared’],” she said. “Reading it was like, ‘Man, I didn’t know Anzaldua the way I thought I knew her.” Sandoval said she’s worked with Heidenreich for a long time, taking more classes from them than any other professor. She said Heidenreich helped mitigate the culture shock of moving to Pullman, a predominantly white area. “I knew that when I was in their office, they were going to make me feel that piece of home that was missing,” she said. “They were my anchor.” She said they also guided her through the American studies doctorate while she worked for WSU as a staff administrator. As a non-traditional student, Sandoval said Heidenreich worked to remove the obstacles she faced, as she lacked the funding traditional students received. Helping Heidenreich on the bibliography, Sandoval said, made her realize her own passion for archives and the editing process while strengthening her skills as a doctoral student. See TRANS Page 7
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or the past three years, the Women*s Center and Native American Programs have held the Honoring Indigenous Womxn event as a way to celebrate native women and focus on indigenous voices. This year, they are doing the same by collecting creative submissions and making an online anthology. The event started as a way to honor the challenges Indigenous womxn have faced and highlight the intersectionality between sexism and racism. Native American Retention Specialist Joelle Berg said each year they try to incorporate a different theme, and this year they wanted to focus on art and the ongoing activism efforts from Indigenous people and allies. “WSU is a land-grant university ... it is on lands that belong to the Nez Perce tribe and we wanted to go beyond that,” said Acacia Patterson, Women*s Center community, equity and social justice student coordinator. “To say that we have these cultures that are still thriving ... highlight what they do ... and to just really stress that these people, their values, their cultures are still relevant.” The event is accepting submissions in any form, from written works to art and music, and even less popular forms of art like beadworking. “There are so many different forms of art out there that folks could be working on,” Berg said. “I want them to feel open enough to share it.” Submissions need to be accompanied with a short
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WSU Jazz Society invites all musicians; promotes jazz By Kassandra Vogel Evergreen reporter
Whether you are a bonafide jazz connoisseur or still waiting to dip your toe in the water, the WSU Jazz Society is the place to listen and learn about jazz. “You don’t need to be a player. You just need to have ears and be able to listen,” Lucas Blevins, club secretary and saxophone player said. The club’s purpose is to promote, advocate and advance the field of jazz, according to the club constitution. The group normally brings musicians and aficionados alike from across the nation to Pullman to present and perform, but things are looking a little different this year. The pandemic has caused the club to go digital, but members across the country still tune in to hear from the experts in jazz. The club has upcoming forums from legends like trombonist Ray Anderson, who has been on the scene for nearly 50 years, as well as newer acts such as saxophonist Alexa Tarantino. These jazz forums are not only an opportunity for members to listen and interact with musicians but are also open to the public and free of charge. The forums span a range of topics anywhere from a biography of Gerry Mulligan to an analysis of a transcription of a piece. Faculty adviser Max Harrington said the club tries to keep the topics broad and open.
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Book club becomes ‘another a Well Read Cougs brings books, discussion virtually; organizes events to keep readers engaged By Bjorn Knoblauch Evergreen reporter
The pandemic has prompted a large response at WSU, leading to the creation of new ways for students to connect, like the Well Read Cougs program. This is a virtual book club organized by the Alumni Association in cooperation with the WSU Libraries. The club is free to all students and alums and was created to inspire members to read and make new reading opportunities, according to the Alumni Association website. The current book up for discussion is “Just Mercy: A Story of Justice and Redemption” by Bryan Stevenson, which was
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“It’s a way [Heidenreich] helps students professionalize … they’ve really got your back,” she said. “They’re hardcore, and they’re down.” Sandoval said she already has two copies of the book. Though she received the second by accident, she said she’s happy to have one copy for notes and the other to leave free of markings. Heidenreich said the cover of “Nepantla Squared,” designed by queer Chicana artist Alma Lopez, made them all the more ecstatic about the book’s release. Called “Sacred Heart of Coyolxauhqui,” it depicts the ancient myth of the Aztec moon goddess who quested to kill her war godbrother before he was born. The illustration ties into some of the book’s themes, they said, speaking to the struggles of women in a patriarchal society. “When I found out [Lopez] was doing the cover, I was excited beyond words,” Heidenreich said. They said they also have upcoming projects in the works, including another monograph and a co-authored handbook meant for intro classes on literature, history and Chicanx/Latinx studies. “Nepantla Squared” is available through platforms like Amazon as well as the publisher, the University of Nebraska Press. Heidenreich said the Nepantla approach to the past is vital to understanding ongoing changes in history and philosophy. “It’s a world in motion,” they said, “and it’s people in motion.”
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sage explaining what their work is, why they chose format and why it’s important to them, along with sual representation of their submission like a phoideo or recording. long with the submissions, the Women*s Center Native American Programs are planning a film ussion. Participants will independently watch the umentary Mankiller, which is available on KanoIt is about Wilma Mankiller, the first female chief herokee Nation, and the racism and sexism she d while holding that position. On Oct. 13, the day after Indigenous People’s Day, e will be a virtual discussion held where particits can talk about their thoughts on the film, what related to and its relevance to the modern day. erg said Indigenous peoples and issues are often otten about or misrepresented in the media, and ly get chances for their own voices to be heard. nts like Honoring Indigenous Womxn proa chance for Natives to be the focus every , and for Native voices to speak out about r own experiences. It’s important that we don’t pass this over, and highlight what’s happening because oftentimes ’re not highlighted,” Berg said. “This is one opunity we can focus on that in a creative way still do that in an online format.” ubmissions are open until Oct. 5 and can be iled to acacia.patterson@wsu.edu. Further stions can be directed to the same email.
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years and the pandemic have changed the way some things look for the club, this time has also provided them an opportunity to regroup and focus on their goals. “The club is at a turning point, there is a new outlook on what this club can be and there is a lot to look forward to for this club and what we will be doing,” treasurer Alex Belcher said. The Jazz Society is always welcoming new members. Those who want to get involved can contact the faculty adviser at max.harrington@wsu.edu or message the club on their Facebook and Instagram pages.
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turned into a motion picture starring Michael B. Joris book is a particularly relevant choice in today’s clith a strong focus on social justice, being the true story ngfully convicted black man. ll Read Cougs is] affording [students] opportunities to w perspectives on the world and how they fit into our librarian Erica England said. gement Coordinator Brittany Labbe organizes Well ougs for the Alumni Association. She said the book club t focus on a particular topic and instead allows memvote for the next selection from a provided list. Well Read Cougs message boards are hosted by a prindor called Professional Book Club Guru, which spein hosting online book clubs for large organizations. mpany hosts the book club’s online presence, providing
come from a household that doesn’t drink — which is a polite way of saying I know nothing about alcohol — so on my first trip to the liquor store after turning 21, I asked for some recommendations and walked away with bottles from two brands I’ve never heard of. Roku Gin Distilled in Japan, this gin is made with six Japanese botanicals — gyokuro tea, sakura flower, sakura leaf, sansho pepper, sencha tea and yuzu peel — atop the traditional gin botanicals. Before even trying it, I had to give it bonus points for the bottle design. It’s a clear, hexagonal bottle with one of the six Japanese botanicals carved on each side. The aroma and the flavor are both very light. I could hardly taste the juniper, so if that’s the reason you avoid gin, I’d recommend trying this one. • Traditional Gin and Tonic I hate to say it, but this was bad. A complete insult to the gin and tonic name. It tasted like the place lime trees go to die. I only used about half an ounce of lime juice, and I let the lime slice soak in the drink for a minute, but citrus-overkill doesn’t even begin to describe what I was tasting. I’m not rating these on a scale, but if I was this would get a strong 0/10.
an easy framework within which to discuss the books. The program still takes advantage of WSU’s resources as an educational institution in the form of a partnership with WSU Libraries, which is organized by England. The library provides additional resources for book club members. This includes LibGuides, a page on the WSU Libraries website that provides information and links for further reading on the book club selections, England said. Examples of these are a link to Stevenson’s Ted Talk, as well as information on relevant research conducted at WSU. Well Read Cougs also occasionally organizes events to go along with the book, such as a recent talk by Anna Plemons, WSU Tri-Cities clinical associate professor and expert on educational justice in U.S. prisons, who spoke in regards to “Just Mercy.” Both Labbe and England said they are satisfied with the response to the book club so far. Labbe said about 700 students and alums have signed up to participate. England said the Lib-
• Bee’s Knees Now this was quite the drink. The Roku Gin flavors blend well with it, but you’ll want to watch the measurements carefully. Too much of the honey simple syrup and it’s too sweet, too much of the lemon juice and it’s too sour. If summer wasn’t already over, I’d call it the perfect summer cocktail. Tincup Whiskey Bottled in Colorado, it’s a mix of an Indiana high-rye bourbon and a Colorado single malt whiskey, cut with water from the Rocky Mountains. Adorably, it comes with a little tin cup you can drink out of. Drinking straight, it’s smooth and a little sweet, but not very. I thought it tasted a lot like Jack Daniel’s but with less of a bite. I think it’s fine as is, but this is Cocktail Corner so I had to whip something up. • New York Sour A New York sour is a whiskey sour topped with half an ounce of red wine. With a full ounce of lemon juice, this drink didn’t get its name for nothing. Though a little pucker isn’t bad in my book. Remember to be mindful of the wine you choose. The drink doesn’t call for much but the wine floats on top and has the potential to ruin that first sip. • Whiskey Cobbler When I was a kid, I absolutely loved Shirley Temples. So naturally, I went looking for drinks I could overload with maraschino cherries and found the whiskey cobbler. This drink calls for whiskey, optional club soda, a little simple syrup and a whole lot of fruit for garnish. I chose orange slices to go with the cherries, and I think it turned out perfect. I liked the addition of the club soda, but that’s entirely personal preference.
Guide page has also received high traffic. Another major advantage of Well Read Cougs, Labbe said, is it targets a demographic not typically interested in many on-campus events: introverts. Labbe said most on-campus events such as gamedays and tailgates tend to skew strongly towards an extroverted crowd, while more low-key remote events such as Well Read Cougs are a new way the Alumni Association is trying to engage introverts. “Right now, where everything is so remote, and we aren’t able to come together — this is an opportunity for students to meet new people, to make new friends, to another avenue of being social,” England said. Well Read Cougs is one of over 800 events, many of which are chapter-specific. The Alumni Association is planning in an effort to keep alumni and students interested during this difficult time, Labbe said.
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Amy Chu grew up in Sydney, Australia. She led her high school golf team to back-to-back state championships in 2013 and 2014 before WSU.
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In recent years, WSU’s rolling wheat fields and lively weather have been appealing to international student-athletes. Redshirt sophomore Amy Chu of the Cougars’ women’s golf team is no exception. Chu grew up in Sydney, Australia, where she led the Sydney South West Area High Schools’ golf team to back-to-back state titles in 2013 and 2014. Chu has already had quite a golfing career at WSU. “I had an older brother; we went to his sporting events,” Chu said. “Being a typical kid, you just want to run around, and I got tired of being told to not run around. So, I picked up a golf club, took a few swings and never looked back.” After a successful high school career, Chu quickly adapted to the college level. As a freshman, Chu played in 10 tournaments for the Cougars. Her best finish of the year came in the Ron Moore Women’s Intercollegiate where
she placed ninth. Chu’s sophomore year did not turn out the way she had hoped. The 2019-20 season was cut short due to the coronavirus pandemic. The NCAA announced during this time that student-athletes would have the opportunity to gain a year of eligibility. Chu jumped at the opportunity to gain an extra year to play for WSU. Chu said she loves the Cougar community and environment. Even though it is not in the most populated area, she still feels at home. Along with the warm, loving atmosphere, Chu appreciates the coaching staff. “[They are] someone I can talk to, not just about golf or academics, but like a second mom to me,” Chu said. Chu has received high praise from her coaching staff. Women’s golf coach Kelli Kamimura said Chu is a very positive player to have in the program. “What sets her apart is her character and commitment to not only being the best that she can be, but her dedication to bringing out the best in the people around her,” Kamimura said. Coach and player relationships are vital to
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Amy Chu’s goal next season is to finish a tournament in the top 10 and contribute to her team.
the success of any athlete, but Chu said her favorite parts about golfing for WSU is traveling around the country and meeting other people. Through her time golfing for WSU, Chu has visited different states and taken part in various tournaments against other teams throughout the Pac-12. “I’ve grown a lot more than what I expected — in not only my golf game, but the mental aspect as well,” Chu said.
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Kamimura said Chu has grown and improved on her time management skills and willingness to utilize her resources. Going into her ‘second’ sophomore season, Chu said the team’s main goal is to get to regionals. “We were pretty close last year, but the world said otherwise,” Chu said jokingly. “We have set goals to get there this year.” So far, the first four matches of the season have been canceled due to the coronavirus. But it is projected that the season will tee off on Feb. 8, at the Lamkin Invitational in San Diego, California. Along with being a team player, Chu has set high expectations for herself as well. She wants to find herself in the top 10 in her future tournaments, but her main goal is to contribute to the team overall. She set too little of individual goals in the past when trying to fulfill the bigger picture, she said. “We are very big on team culture,” Chu said. “We like to work together; we have weekly team meetings. It’s all about keeping the team energy and team connection.” Chu’s lively, sarcastic personality helps build team chemistry and emphasizes this year’s team motto ‘One equals one,’ which translates to all players coming together to create one team. Kamimura said Chu is a big part of building the team’s culture. “Amy’s leadership has helped to foster a team environment full of support, development, growth, and healthy competition,” Kamimura said.
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Countdown to the 3rd: Grin and Barrett Ginsburg’s replacement is met with partisan conflict; the GOP gains the political advantage By Jacob Hersh Evergreen opinion editor
“All this for a family squabble.” -Immortan Joe, “Mad Max: Fury Road”
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recently watched “The Death of Stalin,” the Armando Iannucci film about the fight for power in the wake of the Russian dictator’s untimely demise. In the movie, Nikita Khrushchev jockeys for control of the Soviet Union by any means necessary — including murder. It’s a given that, following the death of any political giant, there’s going to be a struggle for supremacy — we’ve seen it all around the world. It’s less prevalent in democratized countries because there tends to be some kind of protocol in place to maintain order – the vice president succeeds the president, for example. In the Supreme Court, however, there’s a particularly partisan battle being waged for control of Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s recently vacated seat, and it looks as though the GOP, Khrushchev-like, may have gained the upper hand, pushing the court’s leaning from 5-4 to 6-3, in favor of more conservative rulings. Trump’s Saturday nomination of Amy Coney Barrett, a 7th circuit appeals judge, cements the Republican’s dogmatic determination to tipping the court even further into the right-wing territory. In a way, the political scheming is almost admirable. The GOP knows what it wants — control of the court — and it’s willing to abolish political precedent and go to any means necessary to achieve that goal. Barrett, a Catholic conservative, has been favored by abortion-rights advocates, which is one of the Republican Party’s main topics for Supreme Court nominees. She also clerked for notorious Reagan nominee Antonin Scalia and follows his interpretation of Constitutional law known as originalism — the concept that justices should try to determine the traditional meaning of the U.S. Constitution when
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With Amy Coney Barrett’s nomination by President Donald Trump, the makeup of the Supreme Court is about to drastically change. In theory, the conservative 6-3 majority could last significantly beyond Trump’s presidency. ruling on cases. What does Barrett’s potential nomination mean for the judicial branch, and moreover, how is it going to affect American politics? The easiest way to process this is by examining how long the conservative justices will be on the bench. Considering Ginsburg died at 87, it’s fair to assume a majority of justices will remain active for a good amount of time. John Roberts is 65, Clarence Thomas is 72, Samuel Alito is 70, Brett Kavanaugh is 55 and Neil Gorsuch is 53. Assuming Barrett — who’s only 48 — is sworn in, we could see another 15 years (at least) of a Republican-controlled court, if you assume Thomas could match Ginsburg’s record. Furthermore, Steven Breyer, the oldest sitting justice, is both 82 years old and a Democratic nominee, meaning that if Trump is reelected and Breyer resigns, it’s within the realm of possibility that the court could swing to a 7-2 conserva-
tive standing. Obviously, there’s a lot of assumptions that have to be made to bring the court to a 7-2 majority, but it speaks to the outsized effect the Supreme Court has on political discourse. The fundamental concept of a fair and unbiased court has essentially gone out the window, to an extent, as both sides realize that the courts are the last (and most important) political battleground. If Barrett is sworn in, it would mean that the Supreme Court would be the most ideologically conservative it’s been since the ‘50s. Again, this is all speculation, and given Roberts’ gradual slide towards the middle on abortion rights, combined with Gorsuch’s surprisingly liberal record on gay and lesbian issues, the court might not be as conservative in practice as it’s made out to be on paper. However, considering the flagrantly obvious GOP goal to stack the courts in their favor, it’s also worth considering
the principle that, to Trump, one hardline, right-wing justice like Barrett is worth two John Roberts. Additionally, if the Senate approves Barrett’s nomination and Biden takes office in November, there’ll be a conservative Supreme Court and a Democratic president, fracturing any hopes of party unity the Dems hoped to achieve. It’ll also paint the court in a reactionary right-wing activist light, allowing disenfranchised Republicans to hold the majority of six up as folk heroes battling the liberal establishment. All of this is to say — Ginsburg’s death has ushered in, Stalin-like, a brand new era of party infighting and ploys for power and control over one of the most important seats in the country.
opinions that are usually decided upon partisan and ideological lines. “There are several instances from the past several years where a single Chief Justice has gone against ideological expectations,” Salamone wrote. Salamone referred to when Justice John Roberts sided with liberals in Department of Homeland Security v. Regents of the University of California to stop the president from immediately ending DACA. Salamone wrote by replacing Ginsburg with Barrett, it would make it less likely for the Supreme Court to stray from a conservative position because justices continually see the world through the lenses of their ideological leanings, more so on these politically divisive issues. Salamone wrote some political scientists might say the Supreme Court Justices make their decisions based on ideological attitudes, and their
legal opinions are rationalizations and motivated reasoning. Others believe the justices do approach the law in a solemn manner, but their interpretation of the law is tangled with their political ideology. Nevertheless, a concerning matter to some of the justices is the possibility that striking down a popular law may damage the Supreme Court’s legitimacy and feasibly lose the trust of the public. It may be concluded that this tangle of events could lead to immense changes in the structure of the current judicial system or lead to stagnancy. Despite who is elected for president or Senate, this appointment to the Supreme Court could impact either side of the American political spectrum.
Jacob is a political science major from Anchorage, Alaska. He can be contacted at 335-1140 or at opinion@dailyevergreen.com. The views expressed in this column do not necessarily represent the views of The Daily Evergreen, its editors or publishers.
GINSBURG | Continued from Page 5 February 2016, during the last year of the Obama administration. This called for an evaluation, by the Senate, to justify the former president filling the seat or waiting until the elected president is sworn in to make the nomination. The result of the dispute, as many can recollect, ended with the Obama Administration being barred from the confirmation process prior to the upcoming election by Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell. Now, the reason this raises concerns in present times is because there have not been many signs pointing towards a repetition of this action by McConnell. Now, they have a Republican in office who would most definitely nominate an individual with similar conservative values. In 2016, there were eight months until the election when this occurred; currently, there’s just over one
month until the election. Clayton said this should be a concern because if Democrats were to win both the presidency and the Senate, and the Republicans managed to appoint a conservative justice prior to that succession, there would be tremendous amounts of pressure for the Democrats to change the size of the Supreme Court — thus jeopardizing our fundamental institutional structures and their independence. Speaking on a more current note, the president has selected Amy Coney Barrett to fill Ginsburg’s seat in the Supreme Court as of Sept. 25. Salamone wrote there could be different possible effects of an additional conservative justice. Amy Coney Barrett is a conservative in the style of the late Justice Scalia and Justice Thomas. She would indeed expand the conservative majority to 6-3 but would not greatly affect the results of divisive
Diana is a neuroscience major from Wenatchee, Washington. She can be contacted at 335-1140 or at opinion@dailyevergreen. com. The views expressed in this column do not necessarily represent the views of The Daily Evergreen, its editors or publishers.
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WSU library curates Black pioneer history Black Oral History Collection includes interviews of Black individuals throughout PNW By Hannah Flores Evergreen reporter
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A former WSU professor worked to curate the collection, which was then used as educational tools for middle school history courses. Taylor, he did a lot of work on Black history in the PNW and eventually moved to UW as a professor,” Bond said. “He did a lot of work to make sure that these stories were told properly, all the interviews included are primary sources so he was able to record a lot of knowledge of life at that time.” Bond said although the collection was already complete upon its induction to the library, its creators wanted to
emphasize the contribution and importance of the work of people of color in the Pacific
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to the Black Oral History Collection, there is a set of videos that were created as supple-
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About 50 years ago, one WSU professor saw the importance of documenting the stories of Black individuals in the Pacific Northwest and began creating audio recordings. The collection can now be accessed through the WSU Libraries Digital Collections. The collection contains the rich history of Black pioneers in the Pacific Northwest said Trevor Bond, associate dean for Digital Initiatives and Special Collections at the Terrell Library. “This collection was created in the 1970s and donated to WSU in 1998. The information spans the early 1970s and the history of Black people living in the Pacific Northwest at that time,” Bond said. He also said a team of students worked with the library to digitize and further preserve the collection because the information is so valuable. “In 2002, we worked with a group of grad students to transcribe the interviews and move the collection online in order to make the information more accessible,” he said. The Black Oral History Collection can be largely attributed to Quintard Taylor, a former WSU professor, Bond said. “This project was really spearheaded by Quintard
He did a lot of work to make sure that these stories were told properly.
Trevor Bond associate dean
Northwest. University Archivist Mark O’English said that in addition
mentary educational tools for middle school history courses. The collection of videos is
also supported by a classroom handbook. The point of this information is to comprehensively cover the information of the Black Oral History Collection. “All the recorded stories and interviews are original sources that otherwise wouldn’t have survived,” Bond said. “I’m so glad we have this collection at WSU because it’s so critical to understanding the story of Black immigrants in the PNW.”
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WSU lab to focus on East Coast fever
USAID provided funding; researchers will develop new disease treatments By Emma Ledbetter Evergreen reporter
WSU’s Paul G. Allen School for Global Animal Health received $6 million to establish an Animal Health Innovation Lab in Nairobi, Kenya, aimed at solving food insecurity and malnutrition problems. Researchers at the lab will focus on improving vaccinations and diagnostic testing for East Coast fever, a tickborne disease that affects cattle in 12 African countries, said Thumbi Mwangi, associate professor in the Allen School and director of the Innovation Lab. ECF is a major impediment to the global livestock industry because milk-producing animals are especially susceptible to infection, Mwangi said. Indigenous livestock may be able to live with the disease but are less productive and have a 15 percent mortality rate. Exotic animals could experience mortality rates as high as 80 percent. The disease is caused by a parasite and infects the lymph nodes. Eventually, it causes fluid buildup in the lungs of cattle, which can lead to death, he said. Effective preventions and
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Milk-producing animals, such as zebu cattle, are especially susceptible to East Coast fever. Researchers at the Animal Health Innovation Lab in Nairobi, Kenya hope to develop more readily available vaccines and diagnostic testing for the disease. treatments for ECF will help combat food insecurity because animal products, like milk and meat, are important for proper nutrition, Mwangi said. Livestock death due to ECF is also a large contributor to decreased household incomes. “This work has real impact … it’s science that moves from the lab to impacting a person’s life and improving their opportunities,” he said. “Being able to address a real in-
fectious disease problem that converts into human welfare, economics and opportunities is very rewarding work.” There is currently a vaccine available for ECF, but it is expensive, partly because it is sold in larger-than-needed quantities, Mwangi said. It also has to be administered by a professional because it is paired with an antibiotic, which makes it difficult for farmers to access. The research team in-
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Moscow-based Hands and Hearts Farm sells at farmers market,provides subscriptions By Jenae Laxson Evergreen reporter
A husband and wife duo became business partners when they opened a farm in the Palouse region to bolster the husband’s graduate school education. Hands and Hearts Farm is a small farm located in Moscow. It is owned by Ames Fowler and Delaney Piper. The farm provides fresh produce, poultry, lamb and floral arrangements to the Palouse region. The farm has been in operation since 2016, but the first two years of the farm were considered a soft start, Fowler said. At the time the farm was only producing enough for themselves and friends. “We are still fairly new to the game,” Fowler said. This will be their fifth summer producing and three total years in business, Piper said. “We are a very small operation on 5.5 acres with a little 1910 farmhouse,” Piper said. There are pastures with seasonal lamb, hoop houses and an orchard that is more of a hobby, Fowler said. Fowler and Piper are passionate about permaculture, which is a form of sustainable agriculture. Fowler handles the vegetable and meat production, while Piper’s passion lies in the floral industry. “If we are going to take care of the world we need to be farming well,” Fowler said. “50 percent of the world’s surface is agriculture and where we are at with agriculture is not sustainable.” Fowler rotates his animals around the property to spread out impact and to sequester
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The Hands and Hearts Farm was created about six years ago to help co-owner Ames Fowler complete graduate school. nitrogen that is produced from raising animals. Piper hopes to make a sustainable impact on the local floral industry. “As a designer, I want to eliminate waste and find a sustainable way to produce floral bouquets,” Piper said. “We are working towards cooperating with other producers and florists in the area.” The couple has even hosted a few weddings on the farm with Piper designing the floral
bouquets. The couple said they have been able to positively impact the local Saturday market in Moscow by bringing in organic and pesticide-free produce with the option of a subscription box for their patrons. “Our community wants local and organic food with no pesticides,” Piper said. “We are young enough to be committed to a diversified approach.”
Before COVID-19, Hands and Hearts Farm was offering tours of the property, but that has not resumed operations. “There are no immediate plans,” Fowler said. “We are interested in it, though.” Early markets provided less business for the farm, but thanks to the city of Moscow, Fowler said operations soon returned to normal. The majority of the subscription boxes were delivered at the Mos-
cow Farmers Market. “People really wanted to support local business and from that, we have not been negatively impacted,” he said. Fowler said there are no current plans to expand the farm because the future is uncertain for Fowler and Piper. “We see ourselves as an iteration of what other farms have been doing and we value our relationship with the older farmers,” Piper said.
CITY | Continued from Page 4 Another project Dymkoski contributes toward includes the Pullman bird count. She said she keeps track of all the changes in the migration of birds with the intention of keeping the community clean and natural. “Dymkoski is a lot of fun to work with. I consider her to be a very confident woman,” Benjamin said. “Some people may be frightened by a woman like her, but she is so passionate about her work that I couldn’t be scared of her.”
Dymkoski has worked with men since she was 18 years old when she started coaching softball. She couldn’t let them intimidate her, she said. “Sometimes, I’m the only female in a group of leaders. When I first started, everything was run by older men. Now, I see a lot more female involvement,” Dymkoski said. “It’s never been that big of an issue in Pullman though. This town is very progressive in that way.”
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FLU | Continued from Page 4 Campus was less spread out and had fewer buildings, O’English said. Most students lived on campus or in Greek housing, and therefore would have been in close contact with other students during the shutdown. Because transportation was mainly by horse and cart, with very few automobiles, most students would have had to stay on campus throughout the pandemic, he said. “I don’t know if they knew when they’d be allowed to be doing things again,” O’English said. “If it’s a big struggle to get home, will you
be back on time when they start?” Campus closures were communicated by newspaper, so it took much longer to notify students in 1918 than it would today, he said. Students from the SATC stood guard at the edge of campus to prevent students from entering Pullman, O’English said. Likewise, townspeople were not allowed to come onto campus. Nicolas said the timeline of the two pandemics is similar. In 1918, a first wave began in late winter or early spring, seemed to die down for a few months, then resurged in the fall. The second wave was much deadlier.
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