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Anamika Dubey has been appointed co-director of the Washington State University and Pacific Northwest National Laboratory Advanced Grid Institute.
Xianming Shi’s green concrete research was featured in The Seattle Times.
Two insect-like robots developed at Washington State University are the smallest, lightest and fastest fully functional micro-robots ever known to be created.
Events
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Add your upcoming events to the WSU event calendar and we’ll share them here each week!
Opportunities
Encourage Students to Audition for the College Tour
Do you have students who exemplify Cougar pride? Are there leaders, athletes, researchers, and/or global citizens in your classes? Is there someone who comes to mind who has overcome adversity and used the campus community and resources to ensure their success?
Please encourage your outstanding students to audition for The College Tour is a TV series on Amazon Prime that tells the story of colleges and universities around the world. While the episode will primarily focus on the undergraduate experience, all students are welcome to audition.
The application deadline is Sunday, January 28. Casting will be done on an ongoing basis so please do not wait to apply! Students who want help preparing their 2-minute audition are invited to drop by Dana Hall, room 143 on January 25, anytime between 3 to 7 pm. Please email Lisa Hill with questions at lisa.hill@wsu.edu.
Community Standards Hearing Board Members Needed
The Dean of Students is seeking faculty, staff, and student representatives for WSU’s Academic Integrity Hearing Board, University Appeals Board, and University Conduct Board. All campuses are represented, with meetings via zoom. Apply today!
Spring Faculty Peer-Observation Project – Apply by Feb. 9
A new Washington State University professional-development opportunity for all faculty — the Peer Observation and Co-Mentoring Program — is accepting applications for spring now through Feb. 9.
ASEE PNW Section Conference March 27-29
The 2024 ASEE Pacific Northwest Section Conference will be held on March 27-29 in Bozeman, MT. This year’s theme, Indigenizing Engineering Education, embodies the integral connection that the indigenous community has had with our conference host, Montana State University. A robust and informative event is promised for all who attend!
The deadline to submit an abstract has been extended to Tuesday, January 16th. Please consider submitting an abstract for a presentation, poster, full paper, or workshop proposal. Additional information can be found in the Call for Papers and Author’s Kit.
Event Promotion Tips
Want a big turnout to your next guest lecture or special event? Here are some tips to help get the word out and make it a success!
Faculty, Don’t Cancel Your Class!
If you need to miss or cancel class, Voiland College Career Services has your back and is available to educate your students on professional development topics including:
- What is an internship and how to find one
- How to write a resume and/or cover letter
- Interviewing strategies
- Professional etiquette
- Networking, social media tips
- And, more!
We can cover the full time of your class or just come for 5 minutes and give a brief overview of the above topics. Fill out the “Request a Presentation form” to schedule a presentation.
Regents’ Distinguished Alumnus Award – Call for Nominations
The Regents’ Distinguished Alumnus Award, first presented in 1962, is the highest honor bestowed upon a Washington State University alumnus. The Regents’ Distinguished Alumnus Award honors alumni who have made a truly distinguished contribution to society or who, through personal achievement, have brought distinction to Washington State University.
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
Annual Required WSU Employee Training
Is your safety training up to date? Accessibility, Cybersecurity Awareness, Hazing Prevention, Ethics in Public Service, and Discrimination, Sexual Harassment and Sexual Misconduct Prevention are a few of the trainings that all WSU employees are required to take every year. Please visit the HRS website to see and access the trainings.
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.
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