Features

Bellevue metropolitan :: Since 1869, Bellevue has morphed from pioneer settlement to Norman-Rockwell small town to burgeoning suburb of Seattle. Now, with the help of a handful of WSU-trained architects, it's high-stepping into its new role as one of Washington's most vital urban centers. by Hannelore Sudermann

The man who gave away mountains :: One of our first graduates spent a lifetime and fortune amassing land for the enjoyment of others. by Andrea Vogt

{ WEB EXCLUSIVE—Gallery: On Skyline Drive Photographs of McCroskey State Park by George Bedirian }

Establishing a solid foundation :: A laboratory and vineyard in Prosser are where your wine is supposed to begin. by Andrea Vogt

Rare bird :: Audubon himself would have trouble keeping up with this dynamo. Artist, author, and photographer Paul Johnsgard '55 gives us a glimpse into his lifelong obsession with birds. by Cherie Winner

{ WEB EXCLUSIVE—Gallery: Dances with cranes Photographs of Nebraska's sandhill cranes by Paul Johnsgard '55 }

{ WEB EXCLUSIVE—Story: Selections from The Nature of Nebraska: Ecology and Biodiversity, by Paul A. Johnsgard '55}

Panoramas

:: Of dogs, drugs, and medical decisions

:: Terrell honored

:: Getting serious about biodiesel

:: The coming of age of teen films

:: A home for music

:: All that glitters: The shimmering nano-alchemy of Lai-Sheng Wang

:: Blogger's world

:: Students design schools for Sri Lanka

:: Making decks safer

:: Building a better treadle pump—one step at a time

:: The memories of a queen

{ WEB EXCLUSIVE—Video: V. Lane Rawlins to retire }

{ WEB EXCLUSIVE—Story: Dragon Slayers of Medieval Times A selection from Dragons and Unicorns: A Natural History, by Paul and Karin Johnsgard}

Departments

:: FOOD AND FORAGE: In watermelon heaven

:: SPORTS: Two female athletes, two public falls

Tracking

:: An interview with R. Dale Storr

:: Art and Enterprise: Jordan Swain '00

:: A great sail: Scott Carson '72

:: Laurie Carlson: Doing the things she likes

Cover: Art, love, and a vibrant urban life are alive and well in the revitalized Bellevue, Washington. Read the story. Photo by Matt Hagen.

Washington State Magazine

Fall 2006

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Fall 2006

Web Exclusives

Video: V. Lane Rawlins to retire

President V. Lane Rawlins has announced his intention to retire from Washington State University. WSU's ninth president says he will serve through the next academic year. He plans to spend his remaining time as president focusing on legislative issues, continuing to improve the quality of education at WSU, and moving forward on the WSU Foundation's fundraising efforts.

Watch an exclusive video program produced for Washington State Magazine by Hannelore Sudermann.

Get the full story from the WSU News Service.

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