Mandatory Programs

Mandatory Programs at WSU

WSU requires prevention-based modules because we prioritize our students' well-being. This information is meant to provide foundational topics that can impact your health and the greater Cougar Community.  

Program Name	Who is required to take the program?
Consent and Respect	All incoming first-year and transfer undergraduate students on the WSU Pullman campus.
Alcohol Wise	All incoming first-year and transfer undergraduate students on the WSU Pullman campus, who are under the age of 21 as of Aug. 1 (fall semester), and Jan. 1 (spring semester)
Hazing and Hosting	All WSU Campuses. All incoming and transfer students, undergraduate, graduate, and professional.

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Consent and Respect

The Consent and Respect module addresses complexities around unwanted sexual experiences. The course content empowers individuals to help others. Evidence shows that when individuals have confidence in their skills as active bystanders they are better able to disrupt harmful situations. This type of programming allows our students to further understand how they can be an integral part of addressing gender-based violence.

It's your responsibility to complete this program during your first semester. Failure to complete the course will result in a hold on your student account.

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Alcohol Wise

Whether you choose to drink alcohol or not, there is very valuable information and resources in Alcohol Wise. The misuse of alcohol has been proven to negatively impact the academic success and the overall well-being of college-aged individuals. The Alcohol Wise course contains information discussing what moderate alcohol use looks like, how to avoid high-risk drinking patterns and the consequences associated, and how to better recognize individuals who are in distress. The course also includes pertinent information about the student's role in being a responsible member of the Coug community. 

It's your responsibility to complete this program during your first semester. Failure to complete the course will result in a hold on your student account.

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Hazing and Hosting

Hazing & Hosting is a state-law-specific course that emphasizes personal responsibility for both hazing and social hosting as it relates to underage drinking. This course will help you identify the various forms of hazing that can occur and how and when to file a report.