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Melissa Mayer

Portland
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Dr. Universe explains why smoke makes honey bees calm

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By Melissa Mayer, Tom Holm, RJ Wolcott
| WSU Insider
June 8, 2026 By Melissa Mayer, University Marketing and Communications WSU honey bee researcher Brandon Hopkins helps Dr. Universe explain why smoke calms honey bees (composite featuring images by Art Johnson and Viktoriia on Adobe Stock). Washington State University’s resident feline scientist, Dr. Universe, answers a question from Kovas, 10, of Washington state: Why does smoke make bees calm?
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Carson College of Business student consultants boost Washington hotels’ performance

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By Sue McMurray, Carson College, Melissa Mayer
| WSU Insider
When managers at two Washington hotels needed fresh ideas to streamline their operations, improve guest experience, and boost revenue, they turned to Washington State University business students. Through a partnership developed with The Hotel Group, Carson College of Business students in Assistant Professor Asa Brown’s senior entrepreneurship capstone course spent the spring 2026 semester analyzing hotel operations, reviewing customer data, and conducting on-site visits.
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Journalism professor to serve as Faculty Senate Chair-Elect

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By RJ Wolcott, Hailey J James, Melissa Mayer
| WSU Insider
As a first-generation college student in Wales, Ryan Thomas was determined to see the world. The opportunity to study abroad was a key reason Thomas chose American Studies as his major. Little did he know that decision would put him on the path to the Palouse, a career as a journalism professor, and a key role within faculty governance at Washington State University. Thomas, an associate professor in the Edward R.
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