Show Your Mom the Town the Right Way!

Although it is my third, and final, year here at WSU, I still find myself wondering exactly what to do during the ever popular Mom’s Weekend. Being such a small town, Pullman turns into chaos with all of the extra people in town, and options for dining and entertainment seem near impossible. If you find yourself in a similar situation, and wonder what fun things you can do this upcoming weekend with your mom in town, I have a few ideas for you.

1) If you are new on campus, and your mom has had little to no time to explore the scene, defiantly make sure you take her on a campus tour. No, you don’t have to go around to all of the buildings and share boring information, but what I suggest is taking her on a walk through your daily schedule! I did this for my mom my freshman year, and she loved being able to see all of my classrooms and the buildings I am surrounded by every day.

2) Go on a walk. Pullman is a small town, with an authentic campus. Taking a stroll through Greek Row or Stadium Way is a nice way to enjoy conversation and also give your mom a look at the town you call home.

3) Travel out to Idaho and check out the Idaho Mall or downtown! We may be used to it by now, but to some people, such as our moms, it’s very fascinating that we live only minutes away from another state! After taking the short drive you can check out the mall and its shops, go to a great lunch or dinner, and even take a walk around downtown Idaho. It is a great way to pass time while also enjoying new scenery with your mother.

4) If you are looking for something fun to do in the later hours, take your mom to Stubble Fields! It may seem like a crazy idea, but you would be surprised how much your mom may enjoy being in the true college atmosphere. Plus, you will probably run into a lot of people you know and that way she can get to know some of your friends!

Of course there are many more options than just those to enjoy with your mothers, but it’s a great start to the weekend! Have a good time, be safe, and enjoy your mother’s company!

Good tunes on the way to class

In our own back yard-

I didn't have to travel very far to find good music this week. Bands and solo artists performed at the CUB Lair at the Student Entertainment Board Open Mic Afternoon on the WSU campus Monday afternoon. I was able to talk with the band Genevieve before their performance.


Jordan McIntyre, a freshman communication major and Genevieve's lead MC, said the band's sound is a fusion of rock and rap; his own personal inspiration from heroes Michael Jackson and other well known music legends. The bands leader, Jacob Leon, a freshman and guitarist for the group, said some of the members played together at various functions in high school, often teaming up with McIntyre. The members of the band also include vocalist and freshman communication major Kevin Wolford, drummer and freshman music major James Kasinger, freshman communication major and bassist Zac Reed, and freshman music major and sax player Jonathan Urmenita.

Check out the band's music when they play at the upcoming Battle of the Bands on March 28.



Photos and audio: Sean Parsons

Movie Night

Are you a movie fan who is tired of paying ten dollars to go see a movie? Is your small T.V. not doing some of your favorite films justice? Try something new and watch a movie cinema style, here on the WSU campus!

The Student Entertainment Board (SEB) is introducing a new event called SEB Film Series.

Every Friday and Saturday at 6pm and 9pm, and Sundays at 4pm and 7pm, SEB will be showing recently released movies, cinema style, in the CUB auditorium.

So, if you are like most of us who are on a budget, but still want the movie experience, SEB Film Series is a great option for you! Get some friends together, bring some snacks and spend the night watching great new movies, on a huge screen, for FREE!

For more information, and a list of movie titles, click here

Heads Vs. Feds

Legalization of marijuana: a highly controversial topic that is very prominent on our campus at Washington State University.

We all know what it is like to have to sit through a boring lecture that is mandatory for class, but the debate, “Heads Vs. Feds” is anything but that.

On February 24 at 6:00 pm, a debate on the legalization of marijuana is being held in the CUB Ballroom.

The debate is between two profound speakers on the topic, Steve Hager, editor of High Times Magazine, and Robert M. Stutman, a DEA veteran.

This is a college tour, and while looking at reviews of it by other colleges online, it seems that the debate is highly praised.

The perk of going to such an event is not only will it inform you on a topic many of us students have strong opinions on, but it is a cheap form of entertainment. Students get in free, and it is only $5 for the public!

So mark your calendars for February 24th, and go on over to the CUB Ballroom for an intellectual and interesting look on the highly controversial debate of marijuana legalization.