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Karl Englund was interviewed by Crosscut for their story on plastics pollution and recycling.
Adam Phillips, Karl Englund, and Ji Yun Lee are part of a team that received a $2.6 million U.S. Department of Energy grant that will support the research of designing and building carbon-negative homes to combat climate change in the growing residential construction sector.
Jong-Hoon Kim’s “smart pacifier” research was feature in Northwest Crimson & Gray Magazine.
Zoe Minden received the WSU Vancouver Chancellor’s Award for Student Achievement
WSU Vancouver’s Aerospace Club finished sixth out of 153 teams at the Spaceport America’s Cup design-build fly competition.
Events
Tuesday, October 4 @ 11:00 AM
ESIC-AGI FA22 Power Seminar Series: Composable, Expressive and Portable Modeling for High-Performance Power System Simulation
Tuesday, October 4 @ 12:00 PM
SDC Lecture Series: Enclosure-First Approach: How Fundamental Principles and Good Design Lead to Passive House-Level Performance
Wednesday, October 5 @ 12:00 PM
Cold Climate Heat Pumps: A Necessary Tool for Reducing Carbon Emissions
Thursday, October 6 @ 11:00 AM
School of Mechanical and Materials Engineering Seminar: “Building Intelligent Manufacturing Systems: From Industrial Robotics to Cyber Manufacturing Services”, Presented by Dr. Shreyes Melkote
Monday, October 10 @ 4:10 PM
CHE 598 Seminar: Anharmonic Effects on Material Properties at High Temperatures From Ab Initio Molecular Dynamics Simulations
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.
Tuesday, October 18 @ 11:00 AM
Voiland College Student Success Open House:
Students are invited to join the Voiland College Student Success team, Student Ambassadors, and Student Club Representatives as we share student learning and maker spaces, resources for academic success, and other helpful information.
Monday, October 24 @ 10:30 AM
2022 Ensor Lectureship presented by Dr. Levi Thompson
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Opportunities
AOI Canvas and Educational Technology Trainings in October
The Learning Innovations Team at Academic Outreach and Innovation (AOI) is excited to invite you to attend its Fall 2022 trainings. Trainings covering Canvas and educational technology are available over Zoom starting in October. Please visit our training offerings page to review the schedule and register.
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.
Schweitzer Engineering Hall Pre-Design Survey – Ends Oct. 12
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 Grants
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.
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.
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
WSU Safety and Wellness Expo Oct. 17-21
The Safety and Wellness Expo connects you with great ideas and supportive resources, so you can live a healthier, safer, more fulfilling life.
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.
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