Wendy Sue Wheeler

Wendy Sue Wheeler is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Entomology at Washington State University, affiliated with the College of Agricultural, Human and Natural Resource Sciences. She serves as Director of the Pesticide Resources and Education Program.

Her research interests include national/state pesticide policy, pesticide registration, aquatic pesticide management, water quality preservation, and innovative outreach education methods. She emphasizes collaborative solutions for pesticide stewardship across local to national scales.

• Scientific Awards:
  • 2021 President’s Award – The Pesticide Stewardship Alliance
  • 2020 Life Member – Association of American Pesticide Control Officials
  • 2020 Professional Recognition – American Association of Pesticide Safety Educators
  • 2017 Outstanding Member Contribution – The Pesticide Stewardship Alliance
  • 2017 Certificate of Appreciation – USDA Farm Service Agency
• Teaching & Outreach:
  • Developed WSU’s pesticide applicator recertification courses
  • Created national workshops on pesticide regulation and safety
  • Facilitated tribal pollinator protection initiatives
• Leadership:
  • WSU representative to Washington Friends of Farms and Forests
  • Chair of WSU Entomology Awards Committee
  • Treasurer of The Pesticide Stewardship Alliance