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Trump, the Pope and a New Holy War
Matthew Sutton, professor of history at Washington State University, was the featured author of the Wall Street Journal’s “Saturday Essay” on April 17, 2026.
Christianity in America: A conversation with historian Matthew Avery Sutton
The story of the United States is intertwined with the religion despite being a nation with a secular Constitution.
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.