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WSU students forge ancient Greek sword for international competition
A team of Washington State University students is preparing to showcase a handcrafted ancient Greek sword at the Minerals, Metals & Materials Society (TMS) Bladesmithing Competition, held during the society’s annual meeting next month.
As the revolution turns 250, a WSU historian takes a harder look
The American Revolution is often remembered as a triumph of liberty, a clean break from empire that gave rise to a new republic built on universal ideals.
Upper Skagit Indian Tribe becomes 15th signatory of memorandum of understanding
A fortuitous trip to the nation’s capital led Washington State University and the Upper Skagit Indian Tribe to codify a symbolic new partnership.
Department of History: Leroy Ashby
Leroy Ashby, professor emeritus of History, was awarded a 2025 Eastern Humanities Washington Award in the category of Higher Ed Public Humanist.
Fort Colvile: A part of WA history you may have never even heard of
History professor Ryan Booth (Upper Skagit) quoted in article on the history of Fort Colvile and the Kettle Falls region.
This Is the Moment Christian Nationalists Have Been Waiting For
History professor Matthew Sutton is quoted in an article about observed effects of Charlie Kirk’s killing on society.