Go Cougs!
Miss the Sept. 8 VCEA Town Hall? You can watch the recording on Zoom.
Katy Ayers, Moises Carranza, and Zoe Fichtel are among the 2022-23 McNair Scholars.
The Daily Evergreen interviewed Kjell Westra and Francis Dunne about their NASA and Blue Origin-funded research on origami bladder designs for propulsion of fluids at very low temperatures.
The Daily Evergreen interviewed Amit Bandyopadhyay and Ali Afrouzian about their research using Martian powder and titanium metal powder to create a Martian-rock metal.
Events
Tuesday, September 27 @ 11:00 AM
ESIC-AGI FA22 Seminar Series: Avista’s Connected Communities Project – To Enable Dispatchable Load Services to Underrepresented Communities
Avista recognizes to address the challenges of clean energy transition will require a balance between energy supply and delivery. At Avista, we are working on operational strategies to dispatch flexible load and distributed energy resources to address delivery constraints.
Tuesday, September 27 @ 12:00 PM
Designing Zero Energy (and Carbon) Buildings:
This lecture covers the basics behind design of Net Zero Energy buildings, using case studies from residential – and non-residential – Zero Energy projects to highlight the main strategies used in the areas of building enclosure design, building systems, and the role of building occupants.
Wednesday, September 28 @ 12 pm WSU Everett Room 440
Study Abroad: Switzerland – Come learn about study abroad opportunities for WSU engineers and architects!
Thursday, September 29 @ 12:00 PM
Reducing Embodied Carbon in Building Construction:
This lecture will introduce the basics of embodied carbon, review what a typical analysis workflow looks like, and provide real world case studies for projects at multiple scales.
Wednesday, October 5, @2:30 PM – 4 PM ETRL 101 and 119
Schweitzer Engineering Hall Pre-Design VCEA Employee Open House:
Come give your thoughts and input to help us shape how we invest in supporting generations of future problem solvers in the new Schweitzer Engineering Hall.
More Events
Find more Voiland College events on the event calendar.
Share Your Event
Add your upcoming events to the WSU event calendar and we’ll share them here each week!
Opportunities
Skidmore, Owings & Merrill 2023 Winter Shadowship Program Apply by Oct. 31
This week-long program offers selected candidates an immersive professional experience, along with mentorship and guidance to students of all backgrounds. The program is open to applicants who are planning to pursue careers in architecture, engineering, urban planning, graphic design, or interior design, and who share a passion for advancing equity, diversity, and inclusion in the AEC industry.
This program will take place January 9-13, 2023 and will be held in-person in our Chicago, London, Los Angeles, New York, San Francisco, Seattle, and Washington DC studios. Applicants must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program. Applications must be received by Monday, October 31st.
2022–2023 ADVANCE at WSU Grants
Applications are now available for 2022–2023 ADVANCE at WSU grants. To learn more about our Grant Opportunities and Programs and to access the online application portal, please visit the ADVANCE at WSU website.
ADVANCE at WSU’s mission is to foster an inclusive research institution whose faculty are supported by a system that promotes career-long excellence for all. Our grant opportunities include the External Mentor Program, the External Mentor Pilot Extension Program, the Leadership Training Program, the Social Science Research Program, the Transitions Program, and the Travel Assistance Award.
WSU-PNNL Distinguished Graduate Research Program Oct. 5
Join us to learn about the WSU-PNNL Distinguished Graduate Research Program (DGRP), a prestigious doctoral fellowship opportunity for WSU graduate students in STEM fields. WSU faculty advisors and collaborating PNNL scientist advisors jointly apply to the DGRP on behalf of their prospective or current early-term graduate students. DGRP coordinator, Dr. Asaph Cousins, will present general information about the program, followed by an open-ended Q&A session. Join us on Wednesday, Oct. 5, at 10 a.m. RSVP to join via Zoom.
President’s Award for Safety, Health, and Security – Nominations due Sept. 30
Nominate a deserving Coug for the President’s Award for Safety, Health, or Security. Awards recognize exceptional students, staff, and faculty members throughout the WSU system.
Schweitzer Engineering Hall Pre-Design Survey
Voiland College wants your ideas on how we should design the new Schweitzer Engineering Hall! Please take a moment to complete a short survey and give your input to help WSU shape how Schweitzer Engineering Hall will support generations of future problem solvers.
Research Week Oct. 17-21
The Office of Research will host the sixth annual Research Week during October 17-21. Research Week is dedicated to celebrating achievements, building partnerships, and pursuing new opportunities for research at WSU.
This year featured events include a keynote address, matchmaking flash talks and an opportunity to win funding. The Office of Research will announce competition winners and recognize research achievements by faculty and staff during an awards ceremony and reception. All are welcome to come and take advantage of professional development and networking opportunities.
Office of Nuclear Regulatory Research Scholarships, Fellowships, Distinguished Faculty Advancement Grants- Apply by Oct. 20
NRC issued its Fiscal Year 2022 Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for the University Nuclear Leadership Program for Scholarships, Fellowships, Distinguished Faculty Advancement (previously called faculty development), and Trade School and Community College Scholarship Grant. Applications are due October 22.
Save the Date! Career Expo and VCEA Technical Fair Oct. 3-4
This year’s Career Expo and VCEA Technical Fair will take place on Handshake on Monday October 3 from 3-6 pm, and in-person at Pullman’s Beasley Stadium on Tuesday, October 4 from 12 noon to 4 pm. Please encourage your students to attend.
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!
We’re Hiring!
Voiland College is hiring for several staff and faculty positions.
Be Safe Cougs
Monkeypox Vaccines Available for Pullman Students
The monkeypox vaccine is available at Cougar Health Services (CHS), and students in impacted populations are encouraged to get the vaccine. CHS also has testing for monkeypox and can help identify the proper course of treatment for those who contract it.
Faculty and staff are asked to share this information with students, especially those in populations currently eligible to receive a vaccine, and encourage them to get vaccinated and seek testing and treatment if they have symptoms.
More information about the vaccine, testing, and treatment is available on the CHS website. Students can schedule vaccines through their patient portal or by calling CHS at 509 335 3575.
Faculty and staff seeking monkeypox vaccination and/or treatment for themselves can find more information on the Washington State Department of Health website.
Helping a Student in Crisis
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. Reference your campus guide for specific WSU and community resources to aid a student in distress.
Early intervention is the key to student success. The Student Care Network allows you to share concerns about a student’s emotional or psychological well-being, physical health, or academic performance with colleagues on your campus who can help. When you submit your referral through our online form, an email will be generated, contacting the relevant offices on your campus.
Learn to Support Cougs in Crisis
We can all help support mental health in our campus community. 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.
Campus Connect:
This 2-hour suicide prevention training program is offered free of charge for all WSU staff and students. Participants learn: Statistics and facts about college student suicide; How to ask if someone is feeling suicidal; Appropriate referrals; Active listening, communication, and relationship building skills.
Mental Health First Aid:
Participants in this training learn about symptoms, crisis response, and active listening skills to support someone who is experiencing a mental health disorder such as: Depression and anxiety; Trauma; Psychosis; Eating disorders; Substance abuse. Mental Health First Aid is free for WSU Pullman, Global, and Vancouver campus students.
Get Stress Management Tips on your Phone!
Feeling stressed, need help coping, or just want tips for managing your stress? We can help! To sign up, text “@STRESS” to 844-486-0046. You can join at any time and this program is available for all WSU locations. If you aren’t sure how to respond or who should know about your concerns, Counseling and Psychological Services is available at 509‑335‑4511 and after hours at 509‑335‑2159.
Send Us Your News
Include your kudos, opportunities, events, and more in the Voiland College This Week newsletter for employees.
DEADLINE: Submit items by 12 pm Thursday for inclusion in the following Tuesday newsletter.