Engineering students across Washington State University<\/strong> will soon train with the same diagnostic and measurement tools used in advanced industrial plants, power utilities, and manufacturing facilities worldwide, thanks to a new partnership with Everett-based Fluke Corporation<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Von Walden<\/strong> helped Dr. Universe explain how icebergs are formed<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Dana Sprouse, Elena Gentry, Nicole Leavitt, Terry Olson, Brett Stav, Gordon Peterson, Jennifer Slee, <\/strong>and Tammy Kelly <\/strong>recently received recognition from their colleagues<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Nominate a Voiland College peer<\/a> who has gone above and beyond in their work to create a positive culture! Nominees will be entered in a drawing for Ferdinand\u2019s Grabbers!<\/p>\n\n\n\n INEF Forum<\/a>: \u201cDigging for Energy: Why Critical Minerals Matter\u201d: The program will feature a four-person panel, including guest speakers from WSU, Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL), and other industry groups. Together, they will discuss the current state of U.S. critical mineral supplies and how those supplies affect domestic energy and technology development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Web Accessibility Open Lab<\/a>: Make your website more accessible and user friendly. This monthly drop-in session hosted by WSU Web Communication offers answers to your questions and help troubleshooting issues. All skill levels welcome!<\/p>\n\n\n\n GradSWE Thesis & Dissertation Writing Session with the Graduate Writing Center : Open for all stages from just thinking about it, to preparing to defend! Zoom Meeting ID: 326 297 1077 \/Passcode: 980253 <\/p>\n\n\n\n 2026 VCEA Three Minute Thesis (3MT) Competition<\/a>: Ph.D. students will use ONE SLIDE to orate on their thesis in THREE MINUTES or less for $3000 in prizes!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Engineering and Technology Management (ETM) Virtual Information Session<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Full listing of Voiland College events.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n VCEA Communications<\/a> has some event promotion tips<\/a> on how to utilize college resources and get people to your event.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Want to list your event on a Voiland College website, this newsletter, or our weekly student newsletter? Follow these steps!<\/a><\/p>\n\n<\/div>\r\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n Converge together on one of WSU\u2019s physical campuses or virtually on the WSU Global Campus. WSU Global Summit brings together faculty, students, academic leaders, policymakers, and global technology partners to position Washington State University at the forefront of digital fluency, workforce alignment, and future-ready education. Through transformative technology panels, open discussion, and hands-on innovation, the Summit focuses on one shared goal: turning ideas into action for WSU\u2019s future. Register for the summit<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Nominations are now being accepted for the 2026 Voiland College Awards!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Each year these awards are given to honor faculty and staff who epitomize the highest levels of excellence in the pursuit of the college\u2019s mission and goals. All recipients will be recognized during the Voiland College Excellence Celebration at the Elson S. Floyd Cultural Center on May 14 from 3-5pm. Visit Voiland College Awards to nominate someone today<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Join us for a day of hands-on fun at the 17th annual Kids\u2019 Science and Engineering Day<\/a>, hosted by the WSU Society of Women Engineers! Explore interactive STEM activities, experiments, engineering challenges, and demonstrations at Sloan and Dana Hall on WSU Pullman\u2019s campus, designed for children K\u20135. Those who register by March 1<\/a> are guaranteed a free t-shirt and goodie bag.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Applications for the Fall 2026 cohort <\/a>of the Harold Frank Engineering Entrepreneurship Program are now open! Scholarships available! WSU\u2019s Harold Frank Engineering Entrepreneurship Institute is a multidisciplinary program for junior and senior students who are interested in technological entrepreneurship.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The VCEA Student Excellence Awards<\/a> recognize outstanding sophomores, juniors, seniors and grad students who exemplify academic excellence, leadership, service, and meaningful contributions to the college community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The VCEA – ESFCOM Spring 2026 Grant Program offers up to $5,000 to support the preparation and submission of a grant proposal to a federal granting agency during the 2026-2027 cycle. Funds may be used for PI salary support for grant writing, travel, equipment, or supplies, or undergraduate or graduate research assistance (per HR guidelines). The program is open to tenure-track and tenured faculty in VCEA and ESFCOM. Application Instructions: submit a one-page project overview and objectives (formatted as an NSF Project Summary or NIH Specific Aims page) by 5:00 pm on April 17, 2026 to christina.mccloy@wsu.edu<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Wazzu Racing<\/a> is one of the largest engineering clubs at the WSU\u202fPullman campus. Each year, members of the team design and build a formula-style race car, which is then taken to international competitions to compete against other universities. On Friday, April\u202f17, from 5\u20137\u202fp.m. in the CUB Junior Ballroom, the club will host an event showcasing the new race car for this year. <\/p>\n\n\n\n The 2026 DOE Office of Science Graduate Student Research Program (SCGSR)<\/a> is accepting applications! This is a great opportunity for PhD students to complete part of their thesis research at a DOE lab.<\/p>\n\n\n\n All WSU employees who create and publish digital content (such as email, documents, multimedia, and websites) are responsible for making sure their digital content is accessible and provides an inclusive experience. WSU’s Digital Accessibility website<\/a> provides assessment, resources, and support to help make your digital content and technology<\/a> accessible to everyone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 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<\/a> today!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Our new Wellness Center in Daggy 133<\/a> is open for drop-in support Monday\u2013Friday, 9:00\u20134:00. The center includes three rooms you can use during those hours: an art room, a game room, a frustration room, and a Zen room.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Voiland College has a new food pantry! Food items are available to all VCEA students, faculty, and staff experiencing food insecurity. Open Monday through Friday, 3-5 pm in Dana 107.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Donations of non-perishable items for the pantry can be dropped off at Carpenter 5th floor reception, Sloan 110 or Dana 110, or they can be made via Amazon Wish List<\/a>. Interested in volunteering afternoons at the food pantry? Please contact Gary Offerdahl<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n Include your kudos, opportunities, events, and more in the Voiland College This Week<\/em> newsletter for employees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n DEADLINE: <\/strong>Submit items by 12 pm Thursday for inclusion in the following Tuesday newsletter.<\/p>\n\n\n
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Tuesday, Mar. 10 @ 3 – 5 PM<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Thursday, Mar. 12 @ 9:30 AM<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Thursday, Mar. 12 @ 12 PM<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Thursday, Mar. 12 @ 4:10 PM<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Tuesday, Mar. 17 @ 6:00 PM <\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Upcoming Events<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Putting on an Event?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Share Your Event<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Mar. 12-13: WSU Global Summit: Converge & Catalyze<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Mar. 13: VCEA Excellence Awards Nominations Due<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Mar. 28: Kids\u2019 Science and Engineering Day<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Harold Frank Engineering Entrepreneurship Program \u2013 Apply by Apr. 13<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Apr. 10: VCEA 2026 Student Excellence Awards<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Apr. 17: $5,000 VCEA \u2013 ESFCOM Grant Program Applications Due<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Apr. 17: WAZZU Car Reveal <\/h3>\n\n\n\n
May 6: DOE Office of Science Graduate Student Research Program Applications Due<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Digital Accessibility<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Nominate a Colleague for the Crimson Spirit Award<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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VCEA Wellness Center<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
VCEA Food Pantry<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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