A new study<\/a> led by Sasha McLarty<\/strong> found important lessons for understanding how to better monitor and manage groundwater and the key factors that impact community monitoring of common resources. The research is featured in a special issue of the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In a paper published in the JMIR Formative Research,<\/a> a WSU research team that included Hassan Ghasemzadeh<\/strong> found that wearable wristbands measure physiological responses to stress in real-time and real-world situations, providing a potential method to help people avoid slipping back into old behaviors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Bernie Van Wie<\/strong> was interviewed in the Spokesman Review<\/a> about the WSU program that will train ROTC and DOD-skilled civilian workers in computer science and other majors in cyber basics, operations, or defense.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The mentored research of nearly 60 REU undergraduates from 36 universities will be featured at three virtual symposia<\/a> on Friday, July 30, Aug. 3, and Aug. 6. Each event runs from 10:30 a.m.-noon each day. The public is invited to the no-cost presentations. Several VCEA-mentored students will be featured.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Information Technology Services, Academic Outreach and Innovation, and WSU Faculty Senate are pleased to announce that Canvas will be WSU\u2019s sole Learning Management System<\/a> beginning Fall 2021.<\/p>\n\n\n\n WSU\u2019s Blackboard access will expire on Aug 21.<\/strong> In preparation for this, users who want to export Blackboard course data should contact migrationhelp@wsu.edu<\/a> now to begin the migration before Blackboard becomes unavailable. Learn what other actions you need to make<\/a> and what resources are available for this transition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 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 In this live webinar we\u2019ll:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Live webinars are on July 28, August 10, August 19. Register today.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n WSU community members should take precautions to reduce exposure to unhealthy, smoky air. Breathing in smoke can have immediate health effects<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 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 There are many steps you can take for limiting exposure to unhealthy, smoky air:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Information on the air quality in Pullman will be continually updated on WSU\u2019s alert website<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n For more safety tips, contact Environmental Health and Safety<\/a> at ehs@wsu.edu<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Visit 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 All WSU employees must declare themselves fully vaccinated in order to forgo face masks and physical distancing while at a WSU location. Here\u2019s how to find<\/a> where in Workday you can complete your COVID-19 vaccination declaration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n All Voiland College personnel shall adhere to the Voiland College Distancing and Disinfection Plan.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Visit WSU\u2019s website to get the latest information and resources on WSU\u2019s COVID-19 testing and response<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Self-care is more important than ever. Caring for others adds an additional layer of complexity, but self-care continues to remain paramount. Please use these resources<\/a> to help you on your self-care journey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 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 Need IT support? Contact the VCEA Helpdesk at support.vcea.wsu.edu<\/a>, support.vcea@wsu.edu<\/a>, or 509-335-6773.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Power outages and campus closures are a few of the many events that can impact you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Here are some tips to find out about significant events at WSU:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Use these resources to report emergencies and safety concerns:<\/p>\n\n\n\n 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 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 Here are a few of Voiland College\u2019s social media channels that you may find useful:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Transitioning into the New Work Life: Strategies for Responding to Change EAP Seminars<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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COVID\u201119 Vaccination Declaration – Instructions<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
VCEA Return to Work Location Distancing and Disinfection Plan for SARS-CoV2 and COVID-19<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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