{"id":4615,"date":"2021-07-20T09:35:22","date_gmt":"2021-07-20T16:35:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/vcea.wsu.edu\/faculty-staff\/?p=4615"},"modified":"2023-09-25T16:01:28","modified_gmt":"2023-09-25T23:01:28","slug":"voiland-college-this-week-162","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/vcea.wsu.edu\/faculty-staff\/2021\/07\/20\/voiland-college-this-week-162\/","title":{"rendered":"July 20, 2021 Voiland College This Week"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Go Cougs!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cWisteria: Architecture as an Embodiment of Human Emotion,\u201d an emotive intelligent responsive project led by <strong>Mona Ghandi<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/news.wsu.edu\/2021\/07\/13\/project-receives-top-award-international-architecture-competition\/\">, received the popular choice award<\/a> in the Architizer A+Awards for the Architecture + New Technology category.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Noel Schulz<\/strong> was elected as a member of the <a href=\"https:\/\/news.wsu.edu\/2021\/07\/15\/wsu-faculty-named-leaders-new-members-washington-state-academy-sciences\/\">Washington State Academy of Sciences.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Bernie Van Wie<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/news.wsu.edu\/2021\/07\/16\/wsu-lead-cybersecurity-education-research-institute\/\">is leading a program<\/a> that will train ROTC and DOD-skilled civilian workers in computer science and other majors in cyber basics, operations, or defense, offering bachelor\u2019s degrees as well as specialized certificates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Idil Akin<\/strong> received a <a href=\"https:\/\/news.wsu.edu\/2021\/07\/19\/nsf-career-award-help-predict-landslides-fires\/\">National Science Foundation Early Career Development grant<\/a>. The prestigious five-year, career awards are intended to provide significant research support to young faculty beginning their careers who have the potential to serve as academic role models in research and education.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Interior design graduate <strong>Emily Ryan<\/strong> received <a href=\"https:\/\/sdc.wsu.edu\/2021\/07\/19\/id-grad-wins-iida-award\/\">the first place award<\/a> in the Graduating Student Category at the International Interior Design Association (IIDA) Northern Pacific Student Exhibition for her project, Collective Grocery and Health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Opportunities<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Volunteer for Student Move-In Aug. 13 \u2013 15<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>WSU <a href=\"https:\/\/from.wsu.edu\/CUB\/2021\/Student-Involvement\/move_in\/n1560-3658-browser.html\">needs your help<\/a> in welcoming Cougs to Pullman. Share in the excitement of move-in day and the beginning of the new semester!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Commercialization Gap Fund Letter of Intent Due July 23<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/news.wsu.edu\/announcement\/commercialization-gap-fund-letter-intent-due-july-23rd\/\">The application process is now open<\/a> for the 2022 Commercialization Gap Fund (GCF). The CGF awards researchers up to $40,000, with a maximum of $2,000 allocated towards business development activities, to those that demonstrate that their innovation(s) have the ability to make an economic impact in our society.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Canvas to Replace Blackboard Fall 2021<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Information Technology Services, Academic Outreach and Innovation, and WSU Faculty Senate are pleased to announce that <a href=\"https:\/\/news.wsu.edu\/2021\/05\/13\/canvas-replace-blackboard-fall-2021-2\/\">Canvas will be WSU\u2019s sole Learning Management System<\/a> beginning Fall 2021.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>WSU\u2019s Blackboard access will expire on Aug 21.<\/strong> In preparation for this, users who want to export Blackboard course data should contact <a href=\"mailto:migrationhelp@wsu.edu\">migrationhelp@wsu.edu<\/a> now to begin the migration before Blackboard becomes unavailable. Learn what other <a href=\"https:\/\/news.wsu.edu\/2021\/03\/11\/canvas-replace-blackboard-fall-2021\/\">actions you need to make<\/a> and what resources are available for this transition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Fall 2021 CS Capstone Program Recruiting Projects<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Do you have a computer science project but can\u2019t find people to work on your project? Submit your project idea to the Fall 2021 WSU CS Capstone Program!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this program, students bid on a pool of project abstracts. Any project with an adequate amount of interest will be assigned a student or a team of students, depending upon the project scope and needs. Project ideas will be accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis until the slots in the abstract pool are filled. Contact AJ at the earliest if you have a project idea!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For submitting project ideas to the program, contact Ananth Jillepalli (AJ) at <a href=\"mailto:ananth.jillepalli@wsu.edu\">ananth.jillepalli@wsu.edu<\/a> or at 509-335-0393.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Be Safe Cougs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Transitioning into the New Work Life: Strategies for Responding to Change EAP Seminars<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Over the past year plus, we\u2019ve faced challenges we never could have imagined prior to March 2020. As our State continues to open up, you may find yourself experiencing uncertainty, stress, and a mixture of emotions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this live webinar we\u2019ll:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>reflect on the past year,<\/li><li>identify possible stress responses,<\/li><li>talk about the natural psychological process we move through in response to change,<\/li><li>offer strategies to help you manage your way in this new work life, and<\/li><li>provide information on resources and supports available to you.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Live webinars are on July 21, July 28, August 10, August 19. <a href=\"https:\/\/des.wa.gov\/services\/hr-finance\/washington-state-employee-assistance-program-eap\/webinars\">Register today.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Safety Tip of the Week \u2013 Smoke Safety<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>WSU community members should take precautions to reduce exposure to unhealthy, smoky air. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/disasters\/wildfires\/smoke.html\">Breathing in smoke can have immediate health effects<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Older adults, pregnant women, children, and people with preexisting respiratory and heart conditions may be more likely to get sick if they breathe in wildfire smoke. If you experience any signs of respiratory distress or other health concerns, contact your health care provider.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are many steps you can take for limiting exposure to unhealthy, smoky air:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Avoid being outdoors.<\/strong> Use public transportation rather than walking or biking.<\/li><li><strong>Stay inside as much as possible.<\/strong> Keep indoor air clean by closing windows and using an air filter and air conditioning. Make sure your air conditioner\u2019s fresh-air intake is closed and the filter is clean to prevent outdoor smoke from getting inside.<\/li><li><strong>Do not add to indoor pollution.<\/strong> Avoid using candles, fireplaces, or gas stoves. Do not vacuum, because vacuuming stirs up particles already inside your home. Do not smoke, because smoking puts even more pollution into the air.<\/li><li><strong>Follow your health care provider\u2019s guidance.<\/strong> If you have asthma or another lung disease, follow your doctor\u2019s advice about medicines and your respiratory management plan.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Information on the air quality in Pullman will be continually updated on <a href=\"https:\/\/alert.wsu.edu\/\">WSU\u2019s alert website<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For more safety tips, contact <a href=\"https:\/\/ehs.wsu.edu\/\">Environmental Health and Safety<\/a> at <a href=\"mailto:ehs@wsu.edu\">ehs@wsu.edu<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Return to Campus<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Visit <a href=\"https:\/\/vcea.wsu.edu\/faculty-staff\/\">Voiland College\u2019s Faculty\/Staff Web page<\/a> to find the steps you need to take to return to work on campus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">COVID\u201119 Vaccination Declaration &#8211; Instructions<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>All WSU employees must declare themselves fully vaccinated in order to forgo face masks and physical distancing while at a WSU location. <a href=\"https:\/\/news.wsu.edu\/2021\/06\/03\/steps-complete-covid-19-vaccination-declaration\/\">Here\u2019s how to find<\/a> where in Workday you can complete your COVID-19 vaccination declaration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">VCEA Return to Work Location Distancing and Disinfection Plan for SARS-CoV2 and COVID-19<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>All Voiland College personnel shall adhere to the <a href=\"https:\/\/vcea.wsu.edu\/faculty-staff\/return-to-work-location-distancing-and-disinfection-plan\/\">Voiland College Distancing and Disinfection Plan.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">WSU COVID-19 Information<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Visit WSU\u2019s website to get the latest information and resources on WSU\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/wsu.edu\/covid-19\/\">COVID-19 testing and response<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Caring for Self, Caring for Others \u2013 Resources<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Self-care is more important than ever. Caring for others adds an additional layer of complexity, but self-care continues to remain paramount. <a href=\"https:\/\/hrs.wsu.edu\/covid-19\/caring-for-self-and-others\/#caring-for-self\">Please use these resources<\/a> to help you on your self-care journey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Communications Resources<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some resources you can use to keep in touch with what\u2019s happening around Voiland College and Washington State University.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">IT Support<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Need IT support? Contact the VCEA Helpdesk at <a href=\"http:\/\/support.vcea.wsu.edu\/\">support.vcea.wsu.edu<\/a>, <a href=\"mailto:support.vcea@wsu.edu\">support.vcea@wsu.edu<\/a>, or 509-335-6773.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Safety, Emergencies, and Outages<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Power outages and campus closures are a few of the many events that can impact you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some tips to find out about significant events at WSU:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Sign up for <a href=\"https:\/\/alert.wsu.edu\/\">WSU Alert<\/a> to receive e-mail, text, and telephone information about campus emergencies.<\/li><li>Sign up for <a href=\"https:\/\/myfacilities.wsu.edu\/\">MyFacilities Event Notifications<\/a> to be notified of construction and maintenance work which may impact you.<\/li><li>Follow <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/wsualert\">@WSUAlert on Twitter<\/a> to receive WSU emergency information.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Use these resources to report emergencies and safety concerns:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Call 911 to notify WSU Police of emergencies.<\/li><li>Call 509-335-8548 for WSU Police non-emergency assistance or response.<\/li><li>Call 509-335-3041 to contact Environmental Health &amp; Safety about non-emergency safety concerns.<\/li><li>Call 509-335-9000 to contact Facilities Services about facilities-related concerns.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">News and Events<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some ways in which you can send and receive information on current Voiland College and WSU news and events:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Sign up<\/strong> to receive the <a href=\"https:\/\/news.wsu.edu\/\">WSU Insider<\/a> daily email about news and activities happening around WSU, from lost and found items to guest lectures.<\/li><li><strong>Visit <\/strong>Voiland College\u2019s website to see the <a href=\"https:\/\/vcea.wsu.edu\/news\/\">college\u2019s news and upcoming events<\/a>.<\/li><li><strong>Share <\/strong>Voiland College news with the media or in one of the College\u2019s newsletters by emailing <a href=\"mailto:VCEA.News@wsu.edu\">News@wsu.edu<\/a>.<\/li><li><strong>Submit announcements<\/strong> of general university interest to <a href=\"https:\/\/news.wsu.edu\/submit-announcement\/\">WSU Insider announcements<\/a>.<\/li><li><strong>Submit events<\/strong> like lectures and symposiums to the <a href=\"https:\/\/events.wsu.edu\/\">WSU Events<\/a> We have created an <a href=\"https:\/\/vcea.wsu.edu\/communications\/creating-calendar-events\/\">event submission tutorial<\/a> to assist you.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Voiland College Social Media<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Social media is a great way to keep in touch with what\u2019s happening in and around WSU and Voiland College.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are a few of Voiland College\u2019s social media channels that you may find useful:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/wsu.eng.arch\">Facebook<\/a> is great for finding Voiland College news and activities as well as student club activities.<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/wsuvoiland\/\">Instagram<\/a> is great to see and share what\u2019s happening around the college through photos and video.<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/WSUVoiland\">Twitter<\/a> is a convenient way to share information quickly, and find out what is happening in various industries Voiland College is involved with.<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/groups\/1900440\">LinkedIn<\/a> is a great way to keep in touch with your colleagues.<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/channel\/UCLeDIyeODI3cRWaflr3zDaA\">YouTube<\/a> lets you Watch videos of events and activities around Voiland College and WSU.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>WSU offers great <a href=\"https:\/\/socialmedia.wsu.edu\/#policies\">tips and advice for using social media<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wsu-callout wsu-border--color-vineyard wsu-spacing-before--xxlarge\" >\r\n    <h2 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