Monthly Board Meetings will be in-person on the 2nd Saturday of each month at 9:30-11:30 am. The location will be Neill’s Coffee Shop on Main St. in Pullman unless otherwise announced.
We have a “Board of the Whole” so all members are welcome to attend. Please look for an email sent to members prior to each Board Meeting. If you are not a member and would like to attend as a guest please email: lwvpull@yahoo.com
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Location: Community Congregational United Church of Christ, 525 NE Campus St, Pullman
All members of the Pullman League are cordially invited to our Annual Business Meeting. It is very important that you attend if possible as a quorum is required. Friends of League are welcome as fresh ideas and new energy are always valued and appreciated.
We will focus on the 2026-2027 Budget, Officers, and Bylaws, and review some successes from the last year.
Please join us with your presence, thoughts, and a dish to share.
Program:
The Nez Perce Tribe’s Education Department is dedicated to promoting the well-being of the Nimiipuu people—a mission that takes different forms across Idaho and Washington. At the recent presentation, Nez Perce education manager Joyce McFarland shared insights into the current state of tribal education, while attorney Jeanette Moody explored the vital topics of tribal sovereignty and treaties.
Historically, Nez Perce (Nimiipuu) lands extended across what are now Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, and Wyoming. Recognizing the importance of this history to our region, the League of Women Voters of Pullman hosted the program to deepen community understanding of Nimiipuu culture and heritage. The strong attendance reflected a shared interest in learning and connection.
While the speakers offered valuable perspectives, they emphasized that they were sharing their own knowledge and experiences, not speaking on behalf of the tribe as a whole. Looking ahead, the Nez Perce Education Department hopes to expand its efforts to include a language immersion school, helping preserve and strengthen the Nimiipuu language for future generations.
Speakers:
Joyce McFarland - Nez Perce Education Manager
Jeanette Moody - Nez Perce Attorney
Coordinator: Theresa Jordan
Date: April 4, 2026
Time: 10:30 am
Location: Neill Public Library, Pullman
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The Pullman League of Women Voters as we explored entrepreneurship in Whitman County on Tuesday, March 10,2026, at Paradise Creek Brewery in Pullman! The speakers were well versed in this topic. Marie Mayes, Director of the Center for Entrepreneurship at WSU, discussed what makes a successful founder, current startup trends, and recent successful startups she has witnessed. Kara Riebold, the Executive Director at the Port of Whitman County, discussed the Port of Whitman County and the work they do to foster innovation and entrepreneurship in the county. This event was also available over Zoom and it was recorded - unfortunately the sound on the recording is not great due to lots of background noise.
Speakers:
Kara Riebold first joined the Port 13 years ago as a grant writer. She held the roles of Broadband Director and Finance Director before being named Executive Director in 2022. Kara is a proud Cougar alum receiving both her undergraduate and master’s degrees from Washington State University. She makes her home near Almota with her husband and two children.
Marie Mayes is the Interim Director of the Center for Entrepreneurship and an Associate Professor (Career Track) at the Carson College of Business at Washington State University. In her role as Director, she fosters entrepreneurial engagement, scholarship, and dialogue across the university. In May of 2026, Marie will transition into the role of Chair of the Management, Information Systems, and Entrepreneurship Department. Marie teaches courses in Launching New Ventures, New Venture Planning, and Innovation. Beyond her work at WSU, she maintains a consulting business and participates as an angel investor.
Coordinator: Lennis Boyer
Date: March 10, 2026
Time: 7:00-8:30 pm
Location: Paradise Creek Brewery, 245 SE Paradise St, Pullman
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Program: Calling all students and families!
Curious about the League’s Visual Arts Competition but not sure where to start? Come check out Where Civics Meets Art and turn big ideas about community, government, and citizenship into creative inspiration!
Date: Wednesday, March 4, 2026
Time: 6:00-7:30 pm
Location: Greystone Art Gallery, 245 S Grand Ave, Pullman
RSVP: Please RSVP Here!
6:00 - 6:15 PM Meet and Greet at the Greystone Grand Gallery
6:15 - 6:40 PM Meet your local government with a presentation from the League of Women Voters
6:45 - 7:30 PM Where Civics Meets Art - Brainstorming with artist, Desiree Greystone.
“I’m just a kid. How do I use my voice to make a difference in my community? What does that look like visually? Let’s explore that together.”
The visual arts competition is for all students in grades 3 to 12 living in Whitman County, WA. Students will have until March 31st to enter their artwork.
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]]>The Artists’ Reception highlights are live on our League’s YouTube Channel. Click here to view the YouTube video
Thankful for the students for participating in the program (watch the YouTube) and for the committee that worked hard to pull off another successful civics education program. Committee members in top photo from left to right: Lennis, Sutton, Deb, Kat, Carolyn, Crow, Andrea, Fran, Kimberly.
CLICK HERE for a presentation of all the “90% Happens Locally” Artworks
Here are some photos of the winning artists with their artwork, the special Choice Award winners, and the awards tables.
Grateful to have had Pullman Girl Scout Troop 3210 participate in posting the colors at the start of the event.
The 5th Annual Visual Arts Competition theme has offically been launched. This program is sponsored by the League of Women Voters of Pullman’s Education Fund which serves all of Whitman County. The program is supported by Neill Public and Whitman County Libraries.
LWV Visual Arts Competition Committee: Carolyn Joswig-Jones (Chair), Lennis Boyer, Deb Olson, Kat Odell, Sutton Mooney, Crowe Gammons, Fran Powers, and Kimberly Thompson
90% Happens Locally
Purpose: This art competition invites students in grades 3–12 living in Whitman County to showcase their artistic talents while learning about local government. The LWV is a nonpartisan organization, and, as part of our civics education program this year, we want to encourage students to explore how local government shapes daily life and imagine the change they can create close to home.
Eligibility:
Rules:
Prizes:
Multiple winners will be awarded prizes within each grade grouping. The winning prizes will be $50 to spend at local businesses and a copy of the LWVWA civics textbook, The State We’re In: Washington.
Educational Program Summary:
All participants must read the Educational Program Summary and ensure their art is respectful and relevant to the theme. Please click here for the Educational Program Summary
How to Enter:
Our preferred method for entering is for students and parents to use the online entry form. If it is not possible to enter online, one may submit their artwork with a signed paper version of the entry form.
Submit artwork with an attached copy of the completed/signed entry form by either method below:
Drop-off:
Neill Public Library in Pullman or Whitman County Library in Colfax
Mail:
League of Women Voters of Pullman
P.O. Box 366 Pullman, WA 99163
ATTN: Art Contest
Winners will be notified by April 11th.
An artists’ reception will be held on Saturday, April 18, 12:00 p.m. at Neill Public Library in Pullman.
Please email if you have any questions. lwvpullmanvacc@gmail.com
The League has a small group of trained volunteers available to provide in-person or Zoom civics presentations of up to one hour between February 17 through March 15. These presentations are aligned with the competition theme and are available for classrooms, after-school programs, or other student groups living in Whitman County in grades 3-12. Click here to fill out the Presentation Request Form and we will do our best to get you scheduled.
Click here for the Google Slide Presentation
Click here for a PDF of the Slide Presentation
Click here for the Supplemental Material for the Slide Presentation
Additional Resources
City of Pullman - Government Website
Whitman County - Government Website
LWVWA Textbook Free Digital Downloads including Grades 7-12 and Spanish versions of The State We’re In: Washington
Art Competition Flyers:
The judges are appointed by the LWV of Pullman (Whitman County). The judges evaluate the submitted artwork using a Rubric scoring system with the following criteria.
Relevance to the theme: Development of theme through creativity. How well does artwork depict theme.
Visual effectiveness: Overall appearance. Evidence of planning and preparation.
Originality: Uniqueness of ideas.
Message: Clearly describes the artist’s intent.
Click here for the Panel of Judges for 2026
Power of Our Voices, Votes, Actions to Create Change- an article in the LWV of Washington NewsLetter - In League Newsletter, Feb 17, 2026
Pullman Art Competition for Youth Prompts Valued Talk About Civics- an article in the LWV of Washington NewsLetter - The Evergreen Voter, Feb 3, 2026
2025 Visual Arts Competition Native America and the USA: Honoring the legal, federal, and cultural relationship between Native America and the USA while highlighting Native resilience, sovereignty,and modern identity.
2024 Visual Arts Competition Why Does Voting Matter?
2023 Visual Arts Competition Earth Art: Civics and the Natural World are connected.
2022 Visual Arts Competition What Does Democracy look like to you?
Please email if you have any questions. lwvpullmanvacc@gmail.com
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Join us for our December board meeting where we’ll take care of business and enjoy a festive cookie exchange. Bring a plate of your favorite treats to share—homemade or store-bought, all are welcome!
Let’s wrap up the year with good company, good conversation, and very good cookies.
Saturday, Dec 13th, at 9:30-11:30 am. All members will be emailed meeting location.
We have a “Board of the Whole” so all members are encouraged to attend. If you are not a member and would like to attend as a guest please email for more information. lwvpull@yahoo.com
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Speaker: Karen Crowley (she/her), President, 2025-27 of the League of Women Voters of Washington
Program: Come meet our LWVWA President!
Date and Time: Thursday, December 11, 6:30-8:00 pm
Place: Virtual Meeting via Zoom
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]]>Coordinators: Lori Baker-Eveleth and Kat Odell
Guest Speaker: Dr. Porismita Borah, Professor of Communication, Edward R. Murrow College at WSU
Program Description: This talk highlighted examples of the flow of misinformation in digital platforms, highlighting some of the challenges and solutions. We discussed several topics including ways in how mis/disinformation spreads, the consequences of exposure to such false information, why people believe in misinformation, and what can we do to combat misinformation. The talk covered AI’s role in spreading as well as combatting misinformation.
The event was held on Thursday, November 13 @ 6:00pm at Neill Public Library. It was also offered via Zoom, and was recorded.
Dr. Porismita Borah was introduced by event coordinator Lori Baker-Eveleth.
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Date: Wednesday, Oct 22, 6-8:00 PM
Program Description: This event is open to the public!
When the clock strikes 6 on Wednesday, October 22, the ghouls and voters gather at Carolyn’s Creepy House!
Bring a spooky or seasonal appetizer to share.
Bring your favorite potion or beverage.
There’ll be a prize for the most festive—or frightfully spooky—appetizer! —Halloween flair encouraged!
Join us for a chillingly good time—no tricks, just treats!
Wednesday, Oct 22 at 6:00 pm Carolyn’s House - 420 W Main St, Pullman
League members and friends of league enjoying appetizers, sweets, and each other’s company without an agenda. Starting top left - Libby, Lori, Cheryl, Andrea, Karyn, Susan, Carolyn, Lennis, Carolyn, Paul. Middle - Deb, Cheryl, Kat, Shannon, Crowe, Libby, Alice, Cheryl, Carolyn. Bottom - Lori, Libby, Carolyn, Susan, Lennis, Carolea, and Paul.
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