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A new grant led by Omar Al-Hassawi and David Drake will support development of two graduate courses focused on sustainable design and entrepreneurship.
A paper by Xianming Shi and Gang Xu titled, “Characteristics and applications of fly ash as a sustainable construction material: state-of-the-art review” was awarded the 2020 Most Cited Paper Award by Resources Conservation & Recycling.
Doctoral student Yan Zhang has been selected as a University Transportation Center Outstanding Student of the Year.
The Cougs in Space Club received funding support from the CougParents Fund.
Events
Tuesday, January 12 @ 1:10 PM
Canvas Assignments and Rubrics:
In this training we will cover assignment and rubric creation, peer reviews, and the plagiarism checker.
Tuesday, January 12 @ 7 PM
Nerdology:
Put yourselves to the test at Nerdology, an online pop-culture trivia show!
Wednesday, January 13 @ 4:10 PM
Canvas Tests and Quizzes:
In this training we will review the full array of powerful question formats and setting options that allow you to precisely control and manage delivery of online assessments.
Thursday, January 14 @ 11:10 AM
Canvas Gradebook:
In this training we will explain different setup, filtering and communication options.
Friday, January 15 @ 9 AM
Perusall: Ensure your students are reading:
Use this tool to proactively engage students in reading and provide a focus of conversation with automatically graded annotations.
Friday, January 15 @ 12 PM
VCEA Grub Trivia:
Sports. Science. Current events: Grab a snack and join the Voiland College Dean’s Office to test your knowledge of all things trivial!
Tuesday, January 19 @ 3:10 PM
Canvas Getting Started:
WSU is moving from Blackboard to Canvas and we are here to make the transition as smooth as possible.
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In the Classroom
Spring Semester Academic Schedule
The WSU Provost’s Office reminds everyone that class-free days this spring semester at WSU Pullman are Feb. 15, Feb. 25, March 17, April 13. Please do not schedule assignment due dates or tests immediately after these days—they are intended to be mini-breaks to lessen stress for our students, and provide zoom breaks for instructors.
Additionally, students will appreciate an early posting of a draft or completed syllabus in the course space so that they can arrange for shipping of course materials if needed in time for the first week.
Please refer to the Quick Guide to Spring 2021 Semester Instructional Topics (PDF) for more instructional information and resources that are available to students, staff and faculty.
Winter Break Bucket List
The VCEA Internships & Career Services office created a Winter Break Bucket List for students to complete during the break! The Bucket List involves a series of career development tasks; students who complete the tasks will be entered to win Apple AirPod Pros! The Bucket List has been going on since mid-December and ends this Friday, January 15. Your assistance in passing along this opportunity to students is appreciated.
Opportunities
WSU Distinguished Service Awards – Nominations Due Jan. 12
The Martin Luther King, Jr. Distinguished Service Award Committee is seeking nominations for the 2021 Distinguished Service Awards. There are three categories for awards: Distinguished Service Awards, Bayard Rustin LGBTQ+ Excellence Award, and Community, Equity, and Social Justice Awards. Nominations must be submitted no later than Tuesday, January 12.
LIFT Faculty Fellowship Applications Due Jan. 12
LIFT, the faculty development component of the Transformational Change Initiative (TCI), is welcoming applicants for the fourth cohort of our system-wide program. All WSU faculty from all locations are encouraged to apply. The application deadline is Tuesday, January 12, 2021.
Recognize Your Student Employee – Nominations Due Jan. 29
Each year Washington State University and the National Student Employment Association (NACE) recognizes the outstanding contributions and achievements of students who work while attending college through the National Student Employee of the Year (SEOTY) award. Nominations this year are due January 29.
Canvas Starts Spring 2021
With full access to the Canvas pilot, all WSU instructors have the option to migrate their Blackboard courses over to the new Learning Management Software (LMS) for the upcoming spring semester, which they can do by contacting their department’s course scheduler or campus scheduler. Faculty and staff can request a “sandbox” course. Visit WSU Insider or AOI to learn more and sign up for Canvas training.
Research Funding and Awards
Visit Voiland College’s website or The Office of Research Advancement and Partnerships for lists of some of the national major research funding opportunities.
Office of Research Guidance
The Office of Research posts all guidance for on-site research, scholarship, and creative activities during the COVID-19 pandemic on their website.
Crimson Spirit Award
Have you noticed a WSU employee going out of their way to help a colleague or customer? Nominate them for the Crimson Spirit award to recognize their excellent service. Submit a nomination.
Graduate Student Opportunities
Opportunities for VCEA graduate students.
Be Safe Cougs
WSU COVID-19 Information
Visit WSU’s website to get the latest information and resources on WSU’s COVID-19 response.
WSU Pullman Bonus Flu Shot Clinics
Flu Shot Clinic bonus dates are January 11 to January 15.
WSU Campus Crisis Resources
- Cougar Health Services, Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS)
Call 509-335-4511 during business hours, or 509-335-2159 after hours. - Student Care Network
- WSU Employee Assistance Program
1-877-313-4455 - Office of Compliance and Civil Rights
509-335-8288 - Center for Community Standards
509-335-4532 - Office of the Dean of Students
509-335-5757 - Title IX Coordinator
509-335-3288 - WSU Campus Police
509-335-8548
Community Crisis Resources
- National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
1-800-273-TALK (8255).
Press 1 for veteran’s services or send a text to 838255.
En Español: 1-888-628-9454.
For Deaf and Hard of Hearing via TTY: 1-800-799-4889. - Crisis Text Line
Text HOME to 741741.
Text STEVE to 741741 for support specific to individuals of color. - Trevor Lifeline (LGBTQ)
1-866-488-7386 or text START to 678678 - Alternatives to Violence of the Palouse
509-332-4357
Pullman After Hours and/or Emergency Medical Care
For emergency care, dial 911 or contact Pullman Regional Hospital 509-332-2542
Guides to Helping Students in Distress
Caring for Self, Caring for Others – Resources
Self-care is more important than ever. Caring for others adds an additional layer of complexity, but self-care continues to remain paramount. Please use these resources to help you on your self-care journey.
Cougar Card Replacement
WSU Cougar Card readers on the exterior of the PACCAR, Sloan, Dana, ETRL, and EE/ME buildings will be replaced early next spring, likely in February/March 2021.
WSU Cougar Card Center, in the basement of the Compton Union Building (CUB), is offering a free Cougar Card in-person replacement if your current card does not have the proximity capability. If you’re not sure if your card has a proximity chip in it, you can call 335-CARD (335-2273) and they can tell you if your card has it or not over the phone. The WSU Cougar Card readers on the exterior of the PACCAR, Sloan, Dana, ETRL, and EE/ME buildings will be replaced early next spring, likely in February/March 2021.
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