What's New
Priority Registration for Spring Courses
Priority registration started on November 9 for 2010 spring courses. Currently enrolled students receive
notification in their myWSU to indicate their designated registration time.
Plan to register as soon as possible after this time to ensure the best chance of getting into the classes you need.
When You May Register
Register for a Spring Academic Seminar
Attend a one-credit academic seminar, meet face-to-face with a DDP advisor, receive financial aid and career counseling, and mingle with fellow DDP students at a number of locations in Washington this spring. Tell me more
2009 Cougar Hardwood Classic Basketball
Bring your family to the Cougar Hardwood Classic basketball game festivities in Seattle on
Tuesday, December 22. Mingle with fellow Cougs and meet Butch T. Cougar at a pre-game dinner and reception then watch the Cougars take on the
Louisiana State University Tigers in the Key Arena.
Register and purchase game tickets
The Cyber Coug
Don't miss The Cyber Coug newsletter, created for DDP students by DDP students, for the latest on upcoming student events, study advice and more. Want to contribute a story or idea? Submit your suggestions to any member of the Public Relations Committee.
Successful Launch
WSU's new Online MBA program
starts fast and gains speed. Enrollment is predicted to triple next semester, and two
top faculty members have signed on to teach courses.
WSU Online MBA Program
2010-2011 Scholarship Application Deadline
Over 700 different scholarship programs are awarded each year through WSU. Scholarships are based on financial need, academic merit, talent, and/or community involvement. Apply by January 31. Scholarship Application
New Lifetime E-mail Account Service for All WSU Students
WSU has partnered with Microsoft to provide a free lifetime e-mail account for all students. All e-mail forwarding
previously established was discontinued on May 18. Students are required to activate their new e-mail account to
participate in DDP courses.
How to activate my account
WSU Required Online Advising Orientation
If you are a new student advised through DDP you must successfully pass the Online Advising Orientation (AO 99) in Angel before you can register for courses. See information in your welcome packet for instructions on how to get started.
Online Media Center
Many DDP courses now have required media accessible from the online Media Center. Take a moment to check out the Technology Requirements Web page and try the online Media Center Speed Test to confirm that you can view online media successfully.
Graduation Celebration
See our slideshow of the May 2009 graduation events. You can right-click on any photo and save it.
New Online Gerontology Certificate
Washington State University now offers an online gerontology certificate ideal for those seeking a career involving older people. Details
Join DDP on Facebook
Connect with DDP students, staff, and alumni on Facebook. Just log in, and look for WSU Online Degrees. If you're a future student, check out Future WSU Online Cougs (WSU DDP).
Closure of WSU Learning Centers
The budget cuts at Washington State University will result in the closure of most of the WSU Extension Learning Centers around Washington State by the end of the fall semester. Some will close more quickly than others, depending on lease obligation, staffing, and programs.
New Proctoring Locations Across Washington
With the impending closure of the learning centers, seven new proctoring locations have been set up. Additional options may be available in the near future. More information
Stay Connected with the WSU Online News Blog
The WSU Online News is now in a blog format, the
Online Student News Blog,
which has some important advantages.
- It's immediate. Instead of once a month, the newsletter is updated all the time, so you can get news, tips and fun articles right away.
- It's interactive. You can use the comment boxes to share your thoughts, both to us and with other students.
- It's convenient. You can get news items sent to you, so you don't have to go to the Web site. Follow the directions on the top right of the Web page, or check the help guide for your e-mail service.
Angel Learning Management System Replaces Blackboard
The Distance Degree Programs made the switch from Blackboard to the Angel (A New Global Environment for Learning) learning management system on May 11.
- Find out what the Angel course space is like. Check out the demo course. Log in as wsuonline, password: global1!.
- View the Angel Introductory Tutorial for additional information on navigation and communication features.
New Career Blog Makes Debut
The new WSU Career Guide blog gives you a place to get free advice from our career counselor. Bookmark the site, or, even better, subscribe to the news feed.
Pierce and Olympic Colleges Partner with DDP to Offer Co-Admission
Students attending Pierce College in Lakewood and Puyallup or Olympic College in Bremerton who are interested in pursuing a bachelor's degree in any one of the degree completion programs offered through DDP can now apply for co-admission. Seven colleges in Washington now offer co-admission with DDP.
