With support from WSU Global Campus and the flexibility of online learning, Solomon Jacobs returned to WSU a decade after leaving to complete his bachelor’s degree and prepare for a new career. Jacobs was working when a thought suddenly came to him: “Once a tree stops growing, it’s dead. I needed to keep growing.” The next day, he […]
Finding your place at an online campus can look a little different, but there are plenty of ways to connect, get involved, and make your voice heard. In this episode of Digital Den, Andria talks with Mia Darnell about involvement opportunities across Global Campus, Logan Shepard about student voice and leadership through ASWSUG, and Cris […]
The National Institute for Labor Relations Research (NILRR) is an organization best known for encouraging research, debate, and discussion regarding mandatory unionism. Guided by what the journalist William B. Ruggles identified as “Right to Work” principles, those affiliated with the NILRR have made it their mission to draw attention to the ethical and economic problems […]
When we think about learner engagement in online education, one question continues to guide our work: What barriers are we unintentionally creating for the students we most want to support? Global Connections, Washington State University Global Campus’ student involvement program, observed a common situation many online students find themselves in: They are balancing coursework while raising children, caring […]
College wellness resources are typically advertised to residential students, but online students deserve the same level of care. This story from US News and World Report puts a spotlight on how WSU Global Campus helps promote holistic wellness for it’s online students.
Welcome to the first episode of Digital Den, the WSU Global Campus podcast where the Global Cougar community comes together to connect, learn, and belong. In our premiere episode, host Andria Donnenwerth is joined by WSU Global Campus Chancellor Dave Cillay, Global Connections Coordinator and Global Campus alumna Mia Darnell, and student leader Karizmah King. […]
Going to college can be financially challenging for many students, and online students are no exception. Along with the hurdles faced by students on physical campuses, online students are also often working full-time jobs, have families, are in the military, or are shouldering other important responsibilities. Especially during times of economic uncertainty, it can be difficult for those pursuing higher education to meet basic needs, including putting food on the table.
Washington State University’s fully online Global Campus has developed a solution to help students facing food insecurity: the Cougar Food Fund.
Washington State University Global Campus has been named to Phi Theta Kappa’s Transfer Honor Roll for 2026, marking the fourth consecutive year that Global Campus has received this recognition. The honor roll recognizes colleges and universities that excel at creating pathways and providing support for community college transfer students. This year, WSU Global Campus is […]
Since becoming a Global Campus student in the fall of 2025, humanities major Elizabeth Donais has embraced every opportunity to enrich her learning experience and uplift those around her. From immersing herself in a discipline that has captured her curiosity to building community through clubs to taking advantage of the many resources and events that […]
Every year, WSU Global Campus students are invited to reflect on their virtual learning experiences and demonstrate their appreciation for their outstanding instructors by nominating them for the Excellence in Online Teaching Award. This award was created to honor instructors who prioritize communication, encourage academic growth, foster a sense of community, and invest themselves in […]