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When Ukraine connected to the European power grid earlier this month, technology developed by Washington State University researchers led by Mani Venkatasubramanian made a difference in ensuring the stable operation of critical electricity interconnections.
The Bachelor of Science in Construction Management program has been reaccredited by the American Council for Construction Education.
After 43 years, Engineering Shops’ Gary Held is retiring! Stop by ETRL Courtyard (Eastside) at 12 pm on Thursday, March 31, for a luncheon in his honor.
Mohammad Aghababaei took third place in WSU’s Three Minute Thesis Competition.
Mona Ghandi‘s work, Parasympathy, is nominated for a World Architecture Award.
Events
Tuesday, March 29 @ 11:00 AM
AGI-ESIC Seminar — Progress towards resilience through data-driven intelligently-designed control
Tuesday, March 29, @ 5 PM Zoom
“Back Home(less): Architecture, Empathy, and Memory” Zoom:
As part of this year’s Common Reading series. SDC Professor Phil Gruen’s talk will examine equity and justice relative to those experiencing homelessness through the theme of the built—and imagined—environment. With a focus on Seattle, Gruen will draw upon the centrality of housing, home, and place that runs through several narratives in this year’s Common Reading, “Tales of Two Americas.”
Monday, April 4 @ 3:10 PM
CySER Virtual Seminar — Cyber security operations on the front line — Karl Scheuerman, CrowdStrike – Falcon Complete:
Cyber security has become an increasingly relevant topic in our society, but what does it really look like for a security analyst to defend networks daily against criminal and state-sponsored adversaries?
Tuesday, April 5 @ 11:00 AM
ESIC seminar — Risk and Resilient Assessment of Infrastructure System:
Public awareness of civil infrastructure system performance and resilience has increased dramatically in recent years as a result of repeated natural disasters with high consequences. In response to increased public concern, a significant amount of research has been done to advance risk management strategies that can effectively improve system resilience.
Wednesday, April 6 @ 3:10 PM Elson S. Floyd Cultural Center
National Security Challenges in the 21st Century: Deterrence, Bio-Resilience, Energy, and Climate
Wednesday, April 6 @ 4:30 PM
Energy-Conscious Construction Program Kick-Off:
Looking for a career in energy-efficient building design and construction? SDC is proud to announce the launch of new programs revolving around energy conscious construction, with a focus on energy-efficient residential occupancy. FREE food and drinks will be provided at the event!
Monday, April 11 @ 3:30 PM
2022 Anjan Bose Lecture:
The 2022 Anjan Bose Lecture, “Incorporating Natural Resource Management into Complex Integrated Modeling Frameworks to Inform Adaptation to Global Change”, will be presented by Prof. Jennifer Adam, she is the Berry Distinguished Professor, Civil and Environmental Engineering, and the recipient of 2021 Anjan Bose Outstanding Researcher award.
Friday, April 15 @ 3 PM CUB Senior Ballroom
Voiland College Convocation:
Join us to celebrate the outstanding achievements of Voiland College students, staff, and faculty.
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Opportunities
March 30: Preparing a Grant Proposal
What can you do before you begin writing a grant proposal to make the process go smoothly? The Office of Research Advancement and Partnership’s proposal consultants, Sammy Rodriguez, Ph.D., and Maureen Bonnefin, CRA, will provide logistical advice, tools, and techniques that will make your grant application process more productive. Join us via Zoom on Wednesday, March 30, at 1 p.m. RSVP online.
2022 PNW LSAMP Conference April 7-9
The 2022 program offers informative guest speakers from industry and academia, meaningful workshops and breakout sessions, a panel of experts, a poster symposium for our student researchers, and more.
If you are a graduate student, Post-doc, faculty member, Research Associate, or other STEM Professional, please fill out the registration form and register as a judge. We need you!!!
Water Research Center Small Grant Program Call for Proposals by April 8
The State of Washington Water Research Center is accepting research proposals for submission under Section 104(b) of the Water Resources Research Act. The center will fund two or more proposal at up to $30,000 each for research that fosters exploration of new ideas to address water problems or expand understanding of water-related phenomena; entry, education, and training of future scientists in water resource fields; and multidisciplinary research, and dissemination of research results to academic and non-academic audiences. The proposal submission deadline is 5 p.m. on Friday, April 8.
Washington Research Foundation Info Session April 6
WRF supports groundbreaking translational research in life sciences and enabling technologies. This info session will cover both the WRF Postdoctoral Fellowship program, and the Technology Commercialization program. The Fellowships support exceptional researchers for three years at eligible institutions in Washington State and WRF welcomes applications starting in May 2022. The selected fellows can have a background in any STEM field, but preference will be given to applicants whose project proposals are in life sciences and enabling technologies. The Technology Commercialization program supports projects at Washington state research institutions that will lead to the commercial development of technology-based products. Join us via Zoom on Wednesday, April 6 at 11 a.m. RSVP online
ASEE Annual Conference and Exposition June 26 – 29
The American Society of Engineering Education (ASEE) Annual Conference and Exposition will host a student showcase poster session featuring projects from students at the high school, associates, bachelors, masters, doctoral and postdoctoral levels. All are welcome! Apply by March 30. There are a limited number of slots available on a first-come-first-served basis!
$250,000 ORAP Climate Change Hackathon May 11-12
Interdisciplinary ideas designed to address climate change will be the topic of a hackathon Washington State University is hosting in Spokane May 11-12.
The hackathon is being hosted by the Office of Research Advancement and Partnerships with support from the Center for Environmental Research, Education and Outreach, and the Office of Commercialization.
During the hackathon, one or two teams will be selected to receive a seed grant to develop their ideas into large interdisciplinary proposals. Up to $250,000 is available. Applications are due March 21 to participate in the event, which will take place at a yet to be determined off campus location.
Nominate a Colleague for the Crimson Spirit Award
Do you know a WSU employee who is exceptionally creative in problem-solving or who consistently goes above and beyond? Nominate that WSU employee for the Crimson Spirit Award today!
Be Safe Cougs
New Indoor Masking Policy in Effect
Washington State University is adopting new face covering guidance in keeping with relaxed requirements being implemented by the state of Washington.
WSU Policy Prohibiting Discrimination & Harassment
WSU’s Compliance and Civil Rights (CCR) is your resource for information about WSU’s policies and procedures prohibiting discrimination and harassment.
Helping Students in Distress Guide
Faculty and staff are often able to recognize when a student is struggling, but it can be hard to know what to say or do. State and federal laws and University policies mandate reporting in some situations. You can reference this guide when you’re concerned about a student. Each WSU location has a guide with specific campus and community resources.
Campus Connect and Mental Health First Aid Training
Learn how to identify Cougs in crisis and connect them with support by signing up for a training with WSU Health Promotion. Sessions are available for all WSU locations.
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