The WSU Wireless network is designed to be:

  • Simple: Log in once, and your device will automatically reconnect in the future.

  • Secure: Data is encrypted to protect your private information.

  • Seamless: All WSU campuses use the same network, so your device will auto-connect when visiting other campuses.

Washington State University (WSU) offers a variety of wireless networks to support students, faculty, staff, and guests. Below is a summary of each network and its intended use.

Wireless Network SSIDs

WSU Wireless

  • Scope: Available WSU system-wide for wireless internet access.

  • Access: Login with your WSU Network ID (NID) and password.

  • Purpose: Primary wireless network for general use across all WSU campuses.

WSU Wireless Aruba (Pullman Only)

  • Scope: Available in specific buildings on the Pullman campus using Aruba access points.

  • Access: Login with your WSU Network ID (NID) and password.

  • Locations:

    • Compton Union Building (CUB)

    • Food Services Building

    • Outdoor Recreation Center (ORC)

    • Streit-Perham Hall

    • Student Recreation Center (SRC)

    • Washington Building

WSU Guest

  • Scope: Guest internet access across the WSU system.

  • Access: Self-registration via ClearPass authentication.

  • Instructions: Setup Guide

WSU Wireless Aruba Guest (Pullman Only)

  • Scope: Guest internet access in Aruba-enabled buildings.

  • Access: Self-registration via ClearPass authentication.

  • Instructions: Setup Guide

  • Locations:

    • Compton Union Building (CUB)

    • Food Services Building

    • Outdoor Recreation Center (ORC)

    • Streit-Perham Hall

    • Student Recreation Center (SRC)

    • Washington Building

WSU ResNet (Pullman Only)

  • Scope: Primary network for residence halls and university-owned apartments.

  • Access: Login with your WSU Network ID (NID) and password.

  • Purpose: Designed for student internet access in residence halls and university-owned apartments.

WSU Guest ResNet (Pullman Only)

  • Scope: Unsecured network for residential devices (e.g., Roku, Apple TV, PlayStation).

  • Access: Device MAC address must be registered at ClearPass Guest.

Eduroam

  • Scope: Available to visiting students, faculty, staff, and researchers from participating institutions.

  • Access: Login with your home institution’s Eduroam credentials.

  • Purpose: Seamless wireless access for academic travelers.

Eduroam Aruba (Pullman Only)

  • Scope: Available to visiting students, faculty, staff, and researchers from participating institutions in Aruba-enabled buildings.

  • Access: Login with your home institution’s Eduroam credentials.

  • Purpose: Seamless wireless access for academic travelers.

  • Locations:

    • Compton Union Building (CUB)

    • Food Services Building

    • Outdoor Recreation Center (ORC)

    • Streit-Perham Hall

    • Student Recreation Center (SRC)

    • Washington Building



If you encounter any difficulties or have questions, please email at crimsonservicedesk@wsu.edu for assistance.