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Washington State University

See the difference.

At WSU, our mission isn’t just words—it’s the work we do every day across Washington.

Our land-grant mission defines who we are and drives life-changing impact.

As Washington’s land-grant university, WSU was founded to extend opportunity to every corner of the state.

From agricultural breakthroughs to rural healthcare, from first-generation college graduates to statewide youth programs, Washington State University fulfills its land-grant promise by meeting real needs with real solutions. Our students, faculty, and staff turn expertise into service and learning into leadership.

This isn’t about what we hope to do—it’s about what we’re doing.

System Plan

Learn about our mission and goals that drive us forward.

WSU System Strategic Plan

Our Progress

Discover progress made on previous strategic plans.

Strategic Plan Annual Report

System Data

Data informs our decision-making at WSU.

System Dashboards

Engage

Engage in the planning process for the WSU system.

Ways to Engage in Planning

There are many ways WSU has fulfilled its mission over the years.

From rolling classrooms to vacation camps and groundbreaking research, WSU’s land-grant mission has always been about meeting people where they are- bringing education, innovation, and opportunity to communities across Washington in a way that makes a difference.

These stories highlight just a few of the creative, hands-on ways WSU has made a lasting impact.

Farm Demonstration Trains

All aboard! No ticket needed—just show up and learn.

In the early 1900s, WSU’s Farm Demonstration Trains brought expert-led classes and cutting-edge innovations straight to rural Washington towns. These rolling classrooms lit up lives and proved education could go anywhere.

Plant Specimens to Putting Greens with C.V. Piper

From soybeans to smooth greens—this Coug made plants his passion.

Dr. C.V. Piper’s groundbreaking botany work at WSU shaped agriculture, golf turf, and even your next veggie stir-fry—proof that practical education can take root and grow just about anywhere.

Farm Women’s Vacation Camp

No kids, no chores—just community, learning, and fun.

In the 1920s, WSU’s Farm Women’s Vacation Camps gave rural women across Washington a true getaway while delivering practical skills, lifelong friendships, and a whole lot of Cougar spirit.