Former Lind resident receives WSUAA Alumni Achievement Award

Former Lind resident Gregory Michael “Deke” Gassett recently received the Washington State University Alumni Association (WSUAA) Alumni Achievement Award for his service in law enforcement, volunteer community work and immense support for the University.

After graduating from WSU in 1980 with a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, Gassett continued to support the university through his career and by remaining an active role in the community.

Gassett’s contributions have benefitted the university immensely including organizing a fundraiser for the WSU police officers to purchase Kevlar vests...