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Building The Culture of Giving Back with Matt Miera

November 16, 2023

CougsFirst! Podcast EP. 38 – Matt Miera We all know Coug Nation is one special community. Maybe we’re biased, but there truly is nothing else out there quite like WSU! Once you realize just how unique this community is and how many ways you can get involved, it’s easy to stay engaged, involved, and give…

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The Spokane CougsFirst! Show ROCKED!

November 14, 2023

Over 500 WSU alumni & friends gathered in Spokane last Wednesday to reconnect, network, and discover Coug-owned, -managed, and -affiliated businesses. Thank you so much to everyone who attended and exhibited! Sneak Peek of Moments Captured WSU Keynote If you haven’t already, make sure to watch the recorded WSU Keynote with President Kirk Schulz. President…

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Welcome New Members – October

November 14, 2023

Help us welcome these Coug businesses! Support these new members & “Cougle It” on the CougsFirst! Directory. We encourage you to “Think CougsFirst!” for your products and services! Artists Beer, Wine, and Cider Consulting Education Health & Wellness Hotels Landscaping Legal Services Real Estate Restaurants & Bars Retail & Gifts *Crimson or Custom Lead Sponsor Get…

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Shop Coug Businesses & Save at the Spokane Show

October 17, 2023

Shop & Save at the CougsFirst! Show Wednesday, November 1st at the Spokane Convention Center Here is a sneak peek at some of the deals, discounts, and giveaways being offered at the CougsFirst! Show! Visit each booth on November 1st to enjoy these exclusive offers. COUG DEALS AT THE SPOKANE SHOW BECU – Booth 201…

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Grittiness, Passion, & Competitiveness with WSU Volleyball Head Coach Jen Greeny

September 22, 2023

CougsFirst! Podcast EP. 34 – Jen Greeny Grit, passion, hard work, and competitiveness are the key ingredients needed to win. But behind all that is compassion, guidance, a good attitude, and effort. Together, these elements make up the WSU women’s volleyball team –and we’re here for it! Today, we are talking to the incredible Jen…

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Welcome New Members

September 22, 2023

Help us welcome these Coug businesses! Support these new members & “Cougle It” on the CougsFirst! Directory. We encourage you to “Think CougsFirst!” for your products and services! Apparel Engineering Entertainment Nonprofit & Fundraising Real Estate & Mortgage Restaurants & Catering Sports & Fitness Wine *Crimson or Custom Lead Sponsor Attend the CougsFirst! Spokane Show…

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Life After College Athletics with Katie Hyppa

September 8, 2023

CougsFirst! Podcast EP. 33 – Katie Grad Hyppa Have you ever wondered what it’s like being a student-athlete at a Division 1 university? Can they find the balance between being a student and an athlete? And do college athletes stay involved with their sport after graduation, or do they move on?  We’re answering these questions…

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Discounted Tickets for WSU vs. Stanford

September 8, 2023

Come Back Home for WSU Family Weekend Come back home for the Family Weekend football game vs. Stanford on Saturday, November 4th! Purchase discounted tickets through our CougsFirst! offer here. View the full football schedule here.

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Get Gameday Ready

September 8, 2023

Get Everything You Need for Cougar Football Cougar football is back! Watch the games at a Coug-owned bar or stock up for your own at-home viewing parties. The CougsFirst! Business Directory can help you find Coug-owned businesses for these needs and more! Beer & Cider Coug Gear & Gifts Catering Food Retail/Online Game Day Viewing…

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