This morning the House Higher Education Committee continued its efforts to better understand higher education in Washington with a focus on research.

Unique to this hearing was the opportunity for members of the committee to hear about the research efforts at Washington’s comprehensive institutions, including Evergreen.

In her presentation, Nancy Murray- faculty- focused on undergraduate research opportunities and preparing students for graduate work  at Evergreen. Murray was joined by Kate Reimer – a senior at Evergreen – who shared her perspective as an undergraduate researcher. 

Murray and Reimer were followed by researchers and presentations by Central Washington, Eastern Washington, and Western Washington universities.  These presentations were preceded by representatives from the University of Washington and Washington State University.