Go Cougs!
Shuzeng Xie received the WSU Everett Chancellor’s Teaching Excellence Award.
Kristina Borrman and Pouria Bahmani were one of nine faculty who received a New Faculty Seed Grant this year from the WSU Office of Research.
Facilities Modernization – May Update
Washington State University secured significant state support for vital degree programs and campus improvement projects, including $40 million for the construction of Schweitzer Engineering Hall, as part of budget agreements approved by the Washington State Legislature.
Opportunities
Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD) — May 18
The purpose of GAAD is to get everyone talking, thinking, and learning about digital access and inclusion, and the more than one billion people with disabilities/impairments. Everyone is encouraged to take some time to increase their digital accessibility awareness by participating in a virtual event. Events can be found on the GAAD website.
Faculty Sought for Summer Cougs Rise, Dare to Dream programs
Washington State University faculty and graduate students are invited to apply to teach in late June and July for Cougs Rise Summer Program and Dare to Dream.
Unlocking the Power of AI: How Tools Like ChatGPT Can Make Teaching Easier and More Effective
Check out this webinar from Harvard Business Publishing Education on how pedagogy can be improved in the classroom using artificial intelligence.
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
Employee Assistance Program
The Washington State Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is a free, confidential program created to promote the health, safety and well-being of public service employees. When you’re ready to get help, we’re here for you.
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