October 2023
Have you ever been curious about Dungeon and Dragons or other table-top role-playing games? Here is your chance to learn more about it! On October 2nd at 6pm PT, we will be going over the basics of Dungeons and Dragons, what to expect, and more.
Intellectual property (IP) protection and licensing can help turn creative endeavors and discoveries into impactful products and services to benefit the public and help sustain research.
Get all the information you need to be prepared to graduate and participate in commencement, and learn the difference between the two, during this live Global Connections webinar. Chrisi Kincaid, Global Campus Academic Advisor, will walk you through everything from how to track your graduation requirements to applying to graduate, and address frequently asked questions about commencement.
Get all the information you need to be prepared to graduate and participate in commencement, and learn the difference between the two, during this live Global Connections webinar. Chrisi Kincaid, Global Campus Academic Advisor, will walk you through everything from how to track your graduation requirements to applying to graduate, and address frequently asked questions about commencement.
“Applying Engineering to Bioprocesses,” presented by Dr. Bernard Van Wie, School of Chemical Engineering and Bioengineering, WSU
This seminar examines why journalists often fail to take the necessary information security steps to better protect themselves, their sources, and their stories, despite ongoing threats to journalism. From mass surveillance and intrusive spyware technologies to hacking, political intimidation, and legal challenges, these threats coalesce to impact journalism and endanger public service news. This deteriorating information ecosystem contributes to the repression of journalists and their sources, chilling freedom of expression and the ability of journalists to carry out their roles in a democratic society.
“Hotter, Sicker, Everywhere, All at Once: Reconceptualizing Infectious Disease Epidemiology for a +1.2° Warmer World,” presented by Colin Carlson, Georgetown University.
Which federal and non-federal sponsors are interested in funding your idea? Learn the ins and outs of searching the Pivot database for funding opportunities specific to your area of research. Office of Research Advancement and Partnerships Pivot expert, Emily Brashear, will help you set up notifications, track funding opportunities, find collaborators, and share opportunities with your coworkers. This session will be targeted for Graduate Students but will be open to anyone who is interested
The Center for Institutional Research Computing’s (CIRC) hands-on introductory workshop introduces basic High Performance Computing (HPC) concepts including job submission and file transfer. Learn to utilize the freely available computing resources on WSU’s Kamiak HPC to power your research! This workshop will be held online, advance registration is…
“Cytosine Deamination Reveals CPD Positions in Excision Repair Fragments,” presented by Ben Morledge-Hampton. Advisor: Dr. John Wyrick.
“Endometriosis Leads to Central Nervous System-Wide Glial Activation in a Mouse Model of Endometriosis,” presented by Madeleine Harvey. Advisor: Dr. Kanako Hayashi.
The Voiland College of Engineering and Architecture is pleased to present the 2023 Anjan Bose Lecture by Prof. Birgitte K. Ahring, Voiland School of Chemical Engineering and Bioengineering, WSU. Prof. Ahring is the recipient of the 2023 Anjan Bose Outstanding Researcher Award.
Join WGSS and the LGBTQ+ Center on Wednesday, October 11, for InQueery 2023–“After the Tipping Point: Trans Histories & Archives.” The symposium will feature student presentations and Associate Professor Dr. Hil Malatino (Pennsylvania State University), whose keynote is entitled “Pure Potential: Reed Erickson and the Trans Twentieth Century.”
The Department of English at WSU invites you to its Fall 2023 Webinar titled “Killjoys at Work” by renowned scholar of queer, feminist, and critical race studies Dr. Sara Ahmed. This webinar is sponsored by the David G. Pollart Center for Arts and Humanities (CAH).
“Longevity, Cellular Senescence, Tissue Regeneration,” presented by Dr. Xiaojie Wang, University of California-Irvine.
“Mathematical and Computational Models in Neuroscience: From Single Cells to Behavior,” presented by Michael Rempe, Department of Translation Medicine and Physiology, WSU Spokane.
Laura Hill (Senior Vice Provost), Doug Call (Incoming Senior Vice Provost), and Catherine Cooper (Associate Dean for Faculty, College of Arts and Sciences) will be hosting listening sessions with all campuses to discuss the COACHE Faculty Satisfaction Survey. The discussion will focus on the results of the survey and include a dedicated question-and-answer session.
In today’s interconnected world, the Web has become an indispensable part of our daily lives, with web browsers serving as the central hub of our digital existence. While the continuous enhancement of modern browser functionalities substantially improves the user experience, it also opens the door to new and potentially serious security and privacy threats. This talk aims to shed light on our recent efforts to identify vulnerabilities within emerging web features and conduct an analysis of the corresponding countermeasures.
Get ready for an unforgettable time at Kahoot and Chat, hosted by the LGBTQ+ club. We’ll be celebrating diversity, playing games, and connecting. We hope to see you there!
“Mechanisms of Rete Ridge Development, Regeneration, and Aging in Mammalian Skin,” presented by Sean Thompson. Advisor: Dr. Ryan Driskell.
After you’ve started your degree you still have many career options to consider. How do you find a career that balances your interests, skills, and values without hours of online browsing and random job applications? Find out as Global Campus Career Advisor, Chris Miller, shares his favorite career interest tools and strategies to help you save time and find the perfect career.
Before the webinar, complete the free career interest assessment. Bring your results to the webinar and Chris will help you evaluate your assessment.
Join us virtually for Wake Up with Research and start your day with a brain boost as we explore the vital connection between sleep and your well-being! Hear from WSU Health Sciences experts as they present the latest cutting-edge research on sleep’s impact on your health and productivity.
Hear from three presenters who showcased their innovative teaching strategies at the Biennial Regional Teaching Academy Summer Conference.
Zotero is a free, easy-to-use tool to help you collect, organize, annotate, cite, and share research.
We’re excited to invite you and your family to a Book Night under the stars, where we will be reading, We All Belong: A Children’s Book About Diversity, Race and Empathy written by Nathalie Goss and Alex Goss. Immerse yourselves in the magic of storytelling as we come together to explore the differences between cultures and races. We’ll be appreciating the beauty of all people, celebrating that children can grow up with empathy and appreciation of others around them. That’s not all – we’ve prepared an engaging activity that will make the evening even more special.
Join us for a thought-provoking workshop on the understanding and distinction of cultural appropriation and appreciation. In our very diverse world, it’s crucial to understand how to be respectful and be able to celebrate different cultures. In our interactive session, you’ll gain insight into the importance of cultural sensitivity, the…
Second system-wide TEACHxWSU conference features keynote speakers and editors of Equity and Inclusion in Higher Education, the 2023 Teaching Academy Book Club selection.
“UV-Induced DNA Damage Response, Epigenetic Abnormalities, and Skin Cancer,” presented by Dr. Masaoki Kawasumi, University of Washington. Host: Dr. John Wyrick.
“Dissecting Antibody Functions in Infectious Diseases,” presented by Dr. Lenette Lu, University of Texas Southwest.
“Assessment of Canine and Equine APOBEC3A Orthologs Mutagenic Activity in Cancer,” presented by Margo Coxon. Advisor: Dr. Steven Roberts.
“Mechanisms of Rete Ridge Development, Regeneration, and Aging in Mammalian Skin,” presented by Sean Thompson. Advisor: Dr. Ryan Driskell.
Introductions can feel like the most perplexing section of a research article to write. From what counts as relevant context to where to place an argument and how many citations to include, the first paragraphs require you to make many decisions to best prepare your readers for the rest of your paper. This workshop will lead you through one of the most effective ways to improve your writing: reading.
Not sure where to start with community engagement? Join staff from the WSU Center for Civic Engagement (CCE) to learn the basics, including how to identify and develop mutually beneficial relationships with community partners. The CCE maintains a database of 1,000 community partners affiliated with Washington State University and can provide guidance in collaborating with partners to develop your community engaged research.
In 1990, the IPCC issued its First Assessment Report on the reality of climate change. Today, many still deny some aspect of climate change. What makes the denial of climate change so resilient in the face of ever-growing evidence?
“Plant-Nematode Interactions: Orchestrated Maneuvers in the Dark,” presented by Dr. Cynthia Gleason, WSU, plant biology.
In addition to exciting updates about the system, this town hall will provide a unique opportunity for the WSU community to engage in Q&A with university leadership. WSU Global students, faculty, and staff are invited to submit their questions in advance and participate in the discussion.
Pursuing a master’s degree or graduate certificate as a working professional can offer numerous benefits, both for your career and for the company you work for. It’s a strategic investment in your professional development and can lead to increased expertise, career opportunities, and contributions to the company’s success.
Join faculty for a deeper dive into how pursuing a master’s degree or graduate certificate can enhance your skills and advance your career in engineering and technology management. In this virtual information session, we’ll cover course curriculum and delivery, master’s degree requirements, the admissions process, certificate options, and more.
“To Eat or to Sleep: Neural Circuitry of Competing Homeostatic Behaviors,” presented by Matt Carter, Williams College
The field of Information Technology and cybersecurity is vast. Students coming out of accredited institutions with degrees may sometimes get confused at the dizzying array of opportunities available to them and wonder how to get started in the field as a career. This seminar focuses on my personal journey through the field and reflects on several career paths graduates can take as they look to enter the field.
Amazon is looking for the best and brightest Black, Latinx, Native American, Asian, and Woman talent that WSU has to offer. Join a diverse group of Amazon leaders for an informational session where we will highlight what it means to be an Area Operations Manager. Hear from Amazonians who lead Affinity groups such as BEN (Black Employee Network), Latinx@ Amazon, Asians@ Amazon, Woman@ Amazon within our ever-growing diverse team. Our leaders are well versed in resume building and interviewing tactics so feel free to come with questions! In the spirit of inclusion ALL are welcome.
Majors of Focus:
– Business/Management
– Supply Chain/Logistics
– Engineering
– Hospitality