![Phil shakes hands with interim co-provost Erica Austin.](http://dtc-wsuv.org/coffinlab/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/Phil-3MT-2-thesis-150x150.jpg)
Congratulations to doctoral student Phil Uribe on his win at the finals of the WSU 3-minute thesis contest! Phil’s engaging presentation on the dangers of loud noise captivated the judges. Phil will receive a $3,000 travel award. Phil is also the president of the Salmon Speakers Toastmasters club, demonstrating that improving his speaking skills literally paid off. Way to go Phil!