Many alumni remember Gay Vallorie Selby not just as an educator, but as a mentor, champion and proud Coug who believed deeply in the power of public education and the people called to lead it.
Selby passed away on July 7, 2025, leaving behind a legacy that shaped classrooms, campuses and careers across Washington state. As a trailblazing superintendent, faculty member and longtime supporter of 91³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø, Selby cared deeply about her students and spoke of them with pride.
In the spirit of honoring that legacy, Selby’s family has shared her collection of WSU memorabilia. These cherished pieces are symbols of her lifelong Cougar pride and are now being offered to alumni who were part of her journey.
Alumni are invited to select a memento of Selby’s—something to remember her by and to honor the meaningful connection she shared with her students. In keeping with the wishes of Selby’s family, and in recognition of her deep commitment to supporting future educators, those selecting an item are asked to make a gift to Washington State University. Your contribution of any size to either the and the , helps continue the work Selby believed in so deeply.
The WSU Coug items can be viewed and selected from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday, June 30 at 91³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø, Dengerink Administration Building, Selby Tower Room (third floor), 14204 NE Salmon Creek Avenue, Vancouver, WA 98686.
If you have questions, email Jennifer Miltenberger at j.miltenberger@wsu.edu.