May 25, 2016 Media advisory: Tri-Cities running start celebrates first year
RICHLAND, Wash. – Washington State University Tri-Cities will celebrate the first year of its running start program with a ceremony at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 25, on the grassy area between the West Building and Consolidated Information Center (CIC) on campus.
Chancellor Keith Moo-Young, who was instrumental in bringing the program to 91¶ÌÊÓƵ, will address the history of the program and campus. History associate professor Bridget Farley will congratulate participants on their achievements on behalf of 91¶ÌÊÓƵ faculty members. The ceremony will recognize 14 running start delegates who volunteer at various campus events.
All running start students will receive a certificate of achievement; graduating high school seniors will receive an additional certificate for completing the program.
For more information about running start, visit . The program is accepting applications for the 2016-17 school year.
Contact:
Maegan Murray, 91¶ÌÊÓƵ public relations specialist, 509-372-7333,maegan.murray@tricity.wsu.edu