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Mariah Maki, WSU Alumni Association Executive Director – Podcast EP. 23

May 5, 2023

In today’s episode, we’re talking to the one and only Mariah Maki. She’s got a lot of accolades behind her name, with the most recent being Associate Vice President and Advancement & Executive Director of the WSU Alumni Association.  Mariah is making history as the sixth WSUAA executive director since the position was created in…

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John Haugen, WSU Creamery Manager – Podcast EP. 22

May 5, 2023

If you like cheese, ice cream, a little history, and a whole lot of WSU, have we got the episode for you!  In this episode of CougsFirst! Podcast, we sit down with John Haugen, a Pullman born – Colfax raised WSU alumni (‘93) whose trajectory has taken him from agricultural and engineering to assistant manager…

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Visit Pullman This Spring & Think CougsFirst!

March 29, 2023

Tons of fun events are coming up soon in Pullman, including WSU Family Weekend, the CougsFirst! QB Classic, the Crimson & Gray Game, WSU Commencement, and more. We encourage you to Think CougsFirst! and support local Pullman businesses while you’re in town. Find below a list of member businesses to visit, as well as upcoming…

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Robbie & Zach with Cougar Collective – Podcast EP. 21

March 29, 2023

WSU alumni Robbie Tobeck (Class of ‘93) and Zach Thornton (Class of ‘22) are on the CougsFirst! Podcast to tell us all about NIL and the Cougar Collective.  As alumni, we all know WSU is a special place. The experience of being a part of the Coug family is something we want more students to…

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Rachel Bearbower: Nonprofits, Hiking + Farming | CF! Podcast Ep. 20

March 10, 2023

Rachel Bearbower: Nonprofits, Hiking + Farming | CF! Podcast Ep. 20   In today’s episode of CougsFirst! Podcast, we talked to the amazing Rachel Bearbower, a financial industry dropout turned nonprofit Executive Director turned nonprofit consultant.  During our conversation, Rachel tells us all about her unique adventures post-WSU, why WSU has always been a common…

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Need a boost for your business? Use these Cougs.

February 28, 2023

Need a boost for your business? Use these Cougs.  Promote your business with Coug-owned marketing professionals! We ask you to Think CougsFirst! and “Cougle it.” to help you find everything you need and more. Advertising & Leads  Cougfan.com KELLYBRADY  KOMO TV Lamar Advertising LeadScorz Inc. Marketing Counts Mobile Billboards Northwest NonStop Local KHQ / SWX Seattle Sports…

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Glenn Johnson: Voice of The Cougs | CF! Podcast Ep. 19

February 24, 2023

Glenn Johnson: Voice of The Cougs & Pullman Mayor | CF! Podcast Ep. 19   In the grand scheme of Cougar Nation, a lot of people have brought tradition, spirit, talent, and so much more to the table here at Pullman. From football coaches to professors and students, we have a lot of incredible people…

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Planning your next vacation? Use these Cougs.

February 21, 2023
scenery of a beautiful getaway

Planning your next vacation? Use these Cougs.  As we head into spring, use these Coug-Owned businesses to plan your next vacation or outing. We ask you to Think CougsFirst! and “Cougle it.” to help you find everything you need and more. Boating & Fishing  Basta Boatlifts Duffy Electric Boats NW Marine Services Group Golf  Blue Heron Golf Course Flatstick Pub UFO Tour…

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Marie Dymkoski: Local Connections + Opportunities | CF! Podcast Ep. 18

February 9, 2023
Marie Dymkoski

In this episode of the CougsFirst! Podcast, we are excited to introduce Marie Dymkoski, Executive Director of the Pullman Chamber of Commerce. Marie is a self-described “Jane of all trades” and a 34-year-long resident of the Palouse. Keep reading to learn more about what makes Pullman so unique when it comes to uncovering new opportunities.…

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Tony Poston: Exciting Changes + Growth For CougsFirst! | CougsFirst! Podcast Episode 17

January 26, 2023

A new episode of the CF! Podcast is here! Tune in to this week’s episode to hear the remarkable story of how Tony Poston, the first Executive Director of CougsFirst!, has given a “turbo boost” to the brand and how you can get involved! ​Through a combination of special events, social media, and advertising, CougsFirst!…

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