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Become a Member of the Team!

The WSU Alumni Association is the nation's leader in membership growth for similar size universities from across the country. Thousands upon thousands of Cougars and friends have declared their pride in WSU by joining the WSU Alumni Association during the past three years.

Join the WSU Alumni Association today.

Membership helps us expand our involvement in alumni outreach, student recruitment, equity and diversity initiatives, University advocacy, and other alumni events and programs. Membership also allows us to develop innovative programming, networking events, and online services that help meet the growing needs of our alumni. We are making a positive and lasting impact on WSU thanks to the involvement and support of our members. Additionally, we have dramatically increased and enhanced the vast array of tremendous benefits and services all WSUAA members enjoy.

Click here to see the entire list of tremendous benefits our members enjoy

Visit www.alumni.wsu.edu or contact the office locally at 360-546-9109.

Local Alumni Events

ALUMNI NETWORKING SOCIALS

Stay connected with WSU graduates in the Vancouver-area at our monthly networking socials. The third Wednesday of each month, we'll meet after hours at a convenient location to socialize, make new connections and share that great Cougar Spirit. Mark these dates and locations down and make your plans to join us! There is no cost to attend - just come and enjoy networking, Cougar Gold and refreshments. Vancouver-based socials will also have food provided by proud Alumni Association member Blind Onion Pizza.

RSVPs are encouraged by the preceding Monday. Please call 360-546-9109 or register online.

  • September 17
  • 5:30-7:30pm
  • Gibb Residence
  • 2440 Paradise Drive, Longview WA 98632
  • Hosts: Sharon Gibb '87 and Tyler Gibb '87
  • October 15
  • 5:30pm-7:30pm
  • LSW Architects
  • 2300 Main St #100 Vancouver WA 98660
  • Host: Alexis Bond '02
  • November 19
  • 5:30pm-7:30pm
  • Davis Wright Tremaine
  • 1300 SW Fifth Avenue #2300, Portland OR 97201
  • Host: Jesse Lyon '92

Thank you to Abbi Russell, WSDOT and Will Nahorn, Building Industry Association for hosting our August Social!

Save the dates for the Spring Alumni Networking Socials - more info to come!

  • January 21
  • February 18
  • March 18
  • April 15

DESIGN THE WSU VANCOUVER DEVELOPMENT HOLIDAY CARD

  • Contest runs August 1 - October 1
  • Selection will be based on creativity, incorporation of WSU Vancouver name / marks and capturing the holiday spirit.
  • $5 per entry with all funds going to the WSUV Scholarship Fund.
  • Winner will determine which scholarship fund will receive the donations.
  • Order form is attached
  • Questions? Call us at 360.546.9600 or email at events@vancouver.wsu.edu

RICK MELCHING SCHOLARSHIP GOLF TOURNAMENT

  • Presented by East Vancouver Business Association and Riverview Community Bank
  • Supports WSU Vancouver Business Scholarships
  • August 25, 2008 (Deadline for Early Entry is August 10 - save $100 and register early
  • Camas Meadows Golf Course
  • Click here to register or for more information on sponsorship opportunities.

COUGAR KICKOFF SOCIAL

  • Thursday, August 28
  • 5pm-8pm
  • The City Sports Bar and Restaurant
  • 424 SW 4th Ave, Portland OR
  • Click here for more information or to register online.

COUGAR GRIDIRON CLASSIC FOOTBALL

  • WSU vs. Oklahoma State
  • Qwest Field, Seattle, WA
  • August 30, 2008

Tickets go on sale March 31, 2008 and can be purchased by phone (1-800-GO-COUGS) or through Cougar Athletics at www.wsucougars.com

WSU NURSING TENTH ANNUAL THELMA L. CLEVELAND VISITING SCHOLAR

  • Thursday, September 18
  • 5pm-6:30pm (reception to follow)
  • WSU Vancouver Classroom Building
  • Please RSVP by calling 360-546-9600 or click here
  • Click here for more information on the event.

HAVE YOU BEEN COUGED?

  • Beginning October 1, we will be selling yard banners to local alumni, students, and community members to display their Cougar Pride. 
  • A portion of the cost will go to support WSU Vancouver’s Student Leader Scholarship, which is awarded to a WSU Vancouver student recognized for their achievements and leadership skills.
  • Click here for more information and order form
  • Questions? Call 360-546-9600

FESTIVAL OF THE TREES

The Festival of Trees is SW Washington's kickoff to the holiday season, a fun-filled event held over Thanksgiving weekend. Tour the grand ballroom filled with decorated trees and wreaths, visit with Santa, shop at the Festival of Gifts, and experience the Community Tree Lighting, Teddy Bear Carnival, and Senior Luncheon! The Festival of Trees is the primary fundraiser for the Vancouver Rotary Foundation, which donates all proceeds back to our community. Come join other Alumni and visit our WSU decorated tree!

  • Friday, November 28 - Sunday, November 30
  • Times vary each day
  • Vancouver Hilton - 301 W. 6th Street
  • For more information, click here to visit their website

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