Support available for WSU community affected by Spokane-area wildfires

Dear WSU Health Sciences students, faculty, and staff,

The Spokane Area Fires continue to affect communities across our region. We know that many members of our Health Sciences Spokane community have experienced evacuations, property loss, disruptions and understandable concern for family, friends, and neighbors.

If you have been impacted, please know that WSU has resources available to help. We encourage you to reach out if you need support.

Employees can find information and FAQs on HRS's Wildfire and Air Quality web page or reach out to [email protected] for additional assistance.

Students who have been affected by the fires or need support are encouraged to contact the Dean of Students Office at [email protected].

We are deeply grateful to the firefighters, emergency responders, health care professionals, and volunteers who continue to serve our communities with extraordinary dedication.

Please continue to follow guidance from local emergency officials, stay informed about evacuation notices, and take the steps you need to keep yourself and your loved ones safe.

The Cougar community has always responded to difficult moments by showing up for one another. Thank you for supporting your classmates, colleagues, neighbors and friends during this challenging time.

Sincerely,

Betsy Cantwell
President

Chris Riley-Tillman
Provost and Executive Vice President

Julie Akers
Interim Dean
College of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences

Anne Mason
Interim Dean
College of Nursing

Jim Record
Dean
Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine