WSU System-wide

Travel with a ray of light from its origin in the far reaches of space to its ultimate destination, the retina, and even further: transformed to information in the human brain.

“Indigenous Knowledges, Place, and Relational Science in the Classroom “

Dr. Hurlock is a chemist and material scientist in the Materials and System Design team, a part of the Nuclear Materials group at PNNL. Dr. Hurlock’s work focuses on the development and demonstration of scalable separations using processed sorbent materials. His work seeks to elucidate structural–property relationships of sorbents under process conditions to gain material design insights for new and emerging separations.

SPEAKER: Dr. Wenji Dong, Paul Hohenschuh Distinguished Professor, WSU Voiland School of Chemical Engineering and Bioengineering

BIOGRAPHY:

Wenji Dong is a professor in Voiland School of Chemical Engineering and Bioengineering at Washington State University. Dr. Dong received his B.S./M.S. in chemistry from Lanzhou University, China, Ph.D. in biophysics from London…

Sperm Histones Regulate Fetal Development and Pregnancy Survival,” presented by Tia Hoisington.

Presented by Jeremiah Grissett and Maureen Marchant.

Oscar Hernandez, from Dr. Cliff Berkman’s research group, will present a literature review on the application of targeted breast cancer therapy on colon cancer cells. The data presented will support the efficacy of the antibody drug conjugate RC48 through in vitro and mechanistic studies using colon cancer cells that express HER2 proteins. Overall, summary of objectives, findings and conclusions will be presented.

Title: Beyond the Harm Principle: What Students Can Teach Us About Cyber-Sanctity

Speaker: Dr. Sherri Conklin, Washington State University

Abstract: Current ethical frameworks in cybersecurity seem to gravitate toward utilitarian-style or rights-based harm reduction, yet this fails to capture the full scope of moral injury. Drawing on recent experiences developing and co-teaching…

The Executive Board cordially invites students to attend our weekly executive meetings. Unless otherwise indicated, we meet every Tuesday via Zoom from 6:30 to 7:30 PM PT. We encourage you to stop in and learn more about what your student government is working on!

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Ashlyn Belton, from Dr. Jack Zhang’s research group, will present a literature review on Application of Semiconductor Spin Defects for Quantum Computing.

Join us for the ultimate career connection at the FUSE Fair on March 4th.

https://fusecareerfair.com/

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Updates for both employees and supervisors!

This training is a zoom meeting open to anyone in WSU Extension.

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Design of third-generation bioactive glasses: Challenges and future research directions from the perspective of a materials scientist

Presented by Dr. Ashutosh Goel, Professor, Materials Science and Engineering, Rutgers University

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The concept of third-generation biomaterials is based on the principle of activating a synchronized

sequence of genes at the…

“Neuronal Markers of Adolescent Reward Learning,” presented by Dr. Gabriela Manzano Nieves, Binghamton University.

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Come see Karl Falskow and Ben Findley’s junior recital! Featuring collaborative pianist Elena Panchenko and featured soprano soloist Ava Hemphill.

Eric Jacobo, from Dr. Jim Brozik’s research group, will present on “The Sequences Specific Binding and Thermodynamic Driving Forces of the Extended Region of Aquaporin-4 Binding to α-Syntrophin.”

Curious about where your STEM degree can take you?

Join us for STEM Futures: Exploring Careers Beyond College, a professional networking event designed to connect students with experienced leaders across science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and related fields.

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An update on the Red Planet, and an inside look at the plans for human exploration for this intriguing world.

An update on the Red Planet, and an inside look at the plans for human exploration for this intriguing world.

Enjoy a special menu at Northside Café for Meatball Mania, held in celebration of National Meatball Day. This event will feature a variety of meatball inspired dishes, including Spaghetti and Meatballs, Meatball Pizza, Mushroom Meatballs, Albondigas Soup, and other tasty options.

This semester, the WSU Cannabis Research Center (CRC) is continuing its Cannabis Research Seminar Series, highlighting outstanding cannabis research being conducted within the WSU system.

SPEAKER: Dr. Norbert Kruse, Emeritus Professor, WSU Voiland School of Chemical Engineering and Bioengineering

BIOGRAPHY:

Norbert Kruse graduated from the Technical University of Berlin, Germany, in 1976 in chemistry and chemical engineering. He then moved to the Fritz Haber Institute of the Max Planck Society in Berlin for a PhD…

Ivan A. Popov, Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemistry at Washington State University, will present his seminar, “Pushing Actinides to the Limit: Bonding and Reactivity at Extreme Oxidation States.”

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“RNA Polymerase II AT Histone Genes Predicts Outcome in Human Cancer,” presented by Kelsey Salladay.

The Executive Board cordially invites students to attend our weekly executive meetings. Unless otherwise indicated, we meet every Tuesday via Zoom from 6:30 to 7:30 PM PT. We encourage you to stop in and learn more about what your student government is working on!

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Enjoy the bold flavors of Louisiana with a menu featuring Chicken Étouffée, Seafood Gumbo, Cajun Popcorn Shrimp, Blackened Tofu, Cajun Chicken Pasta Bake, and more—a delicious mix of classic Cajun dishes and modern twists, hosted by Dining Services.

Join the Foley Institute as we welcome Shankar Narayan, former director of the Technology and Liberty Project at the ACLU of Washington. Narayan will discuss how AI and Big Tech reshape rights, equity, and justice.

Phong Huynh, from Jack Zhang’s research group, will present on “Conventional and Modern Approaches in Iodine Adsorption: Mechanisms and Host–Guest Interactions.”

John was born in Wisconsin and obtained an A.B. from Ripon College (WI) as a double major in Chemistry and History. John was fortunate to have the opportunity to spend a summer in the lab of Hairong Guan at the Univ. Cincinnati for a 10 week crash course in synthesis. John continued studying the coordination chemistry of polydentate sulfur ligands with transition metals under the guidance of Mas Iimura until he departed for Lafayette, IN and graduate school at Purdue University. At Purdue, John worked almost exclusively with the actinide elements and obtained his Ph.D. under Suzanne Bart. Their work focused on utilizing redox-active ligands to perform multi-electron bond cleavage reactions. After Purdue, John relocated to Ypsilanti for a post doctoral appointment at the Univ. Michigan under Nate Szymczak where he investigated intramolecular boron Lewis acids to promote bond activation reactions. In 2021, John accepted a position at Drury University (PUI) as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemistry. His lab studies the fundamentals of hydrogen bonds tuning through adjacent redox events.

WSU Global Summit: Converge & Catalyze

March 12-13, 2026

Converge together on one of WSU’s 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,…

PhD candidates, Chris Akinsulie and Danny Powell, presenting.

Venue: ETRL 101

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WSU Global Summit: Converge & Catalyze

March 12-13, 2026

Converge together on one of WSU’s 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…

Materials in Extreme Applications: Compact Fusion

Presented by Dr. Sergey Tsurkan, Research Materials Scientist, Avalanche Energy

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Complex concentrated alloys (CCA’s) have recently emerged as candidate materials for extreme environments such as those found within fusion reactors [1], [2], [3] and hypersonic systems [4]. A large area…

Join the Indian Consulate and WSU International Programs for a free lunch, film screening, and conversation centered on accelerating India-US partnerships in education, commerce, and technology.

Free lunch beginning at 11:30 a.m. on Friday, March 13, 2026.

We will screen the film “Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara” (You Only Live Once)

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“Y Chromosome – A Genetic Switch Box for Fertility,” presented by Dr. Monika Ward, Yanagimachi Institute for Biogenesis Research, University of Hawaii.

Iaroslav Gureev, from Dr. Ivan Popov’s research group, will present on “Orbital Localization–Driven Disruption of Peripheral Bonding in Valence-Isoelectronic B12– Clusters.”

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Engaging Story Hour and Free Art Activities for Children and Caregivers! Saturday, March 14, 2026 10:00am–12:00pm

Bring the family to the Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art WSU on the second Saturday of each month (through June 2026*) for story time and hands-on art activities! Each month kicks…

The Lies They Told by Ellen Marie Wiseman

When Lena Conti, a young unwed mother, sees immigrant families being forcibly separated on Ellis Island, she vows not to let officers take her two-year-old daughter. But…

Presented by Dr. Heidi Van Rooyen, University of Washington.

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,…

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The Executive Board cordially invites students to attend our weekly executive meetings. Unless otherwise indicated, we meet every Tuesday via Zoom from 6:30 to 7:30 PM PT. We encourage you to stop in and learn…

Cougs on Course is a high‑energy night of Cougar pride supporting WSU Everett students. Enjoy mini‑golf, great food, and community connection all while helping students stay enrolled, persist, and succeed.

An opportunity for all WSU undergraduates to meet and interact with professionals working across the biotech industry, including drug development, regulatory affairs, and scientific sales.

This semester, the WSU Cannabis Research Center (CRC) is continuing its Cannabis Research Seminar Series, highlighting outstanding cannabis research being conducted within the WSU system.

Featuring Dr. Gurtej Sandhu, Principal Fellow and Corporate Vice President at Micron Technology, this 2026 Innovative Leaders Lecture Series event will highlight Dr. Sandhu’s insights on the future of memory chip technology and the pivotal role continuous innovation plays in shaping the next era of computing.

Please plan to attend SURCA 2026 in person! All are welcome at SURCA — whether you are a WSU student, faculty or staff member, or a community member — to learn about the mentored undergraduate research, scholarship, and creative activities conducted by our presenters across nine 

SPEAKER: Dr. Sakcham Bairoliya, Postdoctoral Research Associate, WSU Voiland School of Chemical Engineering and Bioengineering

BIOGRAPHY:

Dr. Sakcham Bairoliya is a Postdoctoral Research Associate in the Voiland School of Chemical Engineering and Bioengineering at Washington State University. He received his Ph.D. from Nanyang Technological University, where he investigated extracellular nucleic…

Need a peaceful space to catch up on your reading? Join ASWSUG’s Cougs Get Lit-erary for a stress-free silent reading session where you can dive into this month’s book club selection, bring your own story to catch up on, or even tackle homework reading—whatever works for you. Light jazz will…

The annual Legacy of Excellence Lecture features a professor emeritus who, in retirement, continues to make outstanding contributions to academia, the University, and the community. The WSU Emerit Society honors the speaker with the Legacy of Excellence Award in recognition of these achievements.

“Understanding the Role of Autophagy in DGLA-Induced Germ Cell Ferroptosis,” presented by PhD student, Ifeoluwa Peace Oladapo.

Ananya Biswas, a member of Dr. Sharma Anjali’s research group, will present “Dendrimer-Mediated Corneal Drug Delivery: Bridging Anatomical Barriers to Translational Therapeutics.”

Title: Scholarship Opportunities for Cybersecurity Students

Speaker: Dr. Assefaw Gebremedhin, Washington State University

Abstract: This seminar will cover several exciting opportunities for cybersecurity students. First is WSU’s CyberCorps SFS program. This program provides scholarships for cybersecurity undergraduates and graduate students, funded through grants awarded by the National Science Foundation (NSF). In return…

The annual Distinguished Faculty Address honors a faculty member who has risen to the front ranks of his or her discipline through achievements in research, scholarship, and teaching. Everyone welcome! Reception to follow.

2026 Address: One Life of Research: Adventures in the Power Grid

By: Dr. Anjan Bose

Regents Professor and Distinguished…

Graduation is just the beginning—and as a Coug, you have ongoing access to a wide range of career and connection‑building resources that support your professional growth. Whether you’re confident about your next steps after WSU or still figuring things out, this interactive panel will introduce you to the tools available to alumni. Learn how to stay connected, build your network, and tap into resources that support your success long after you leave campus.

The Executive Board cordially invites students to attend our weekly executive meetings. Unless otherwise indicated, we meet every Tuesday via Zoom from 6:30 to 7:30 PM PT. We encourage you to stop in and learn more about what your student government is working on!

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Guest presenter, Dr. Lauren Grider, University of Arizona.

Established by The University of Queensland in Brisbane, Australia, Three Minute Thesis (3MT®) is a research communication competition where Ph.D. students are challenged to distill their research into a three-minute presentation. 3MT challenges students to consolidate their ideas and research discoveries so they can be presented concisely to a non-specialist…

Support your colleagues by attending WSU’s annual poster sessions. Academic Showcase displays research, scholarship, and creative work from scholars across the WSU community.

Graduate and Professional Student Association (GPSA) Research Exposition is both a poster session and scholarship competition for graduate and professional students enrolled on the Pullman campus.…

Join the Foley Institute as we welcome Emily Vraga, Professor of Health Communication at the University of Minnesota’s Hubbard School of Journalism and Mass Communication. Vraga will discuss how we can rebuild social norms that value the correction of online…

Recognizing authors in the University community

Crimson Reads honors WSU faculty, students, staff, alumni and retirees who have authored, co-authored or edited a book within the past year. Through this program, the WSU Libraries proudly support WSU authors as they share their successes in scholarship, creative thought, and professional achievements…

Level up your professional skills at this year’s Dine & Develop Networking & Etiquette Dinner! This event is FREE for all WSU students, but space is limited so be sure to register to secure your spot. During this event, we will learn from Marissa Rudley, a dining etiquette coach and registered dietitian nutritionist, who will guide us through an engaging, interactive dining experience.

Join ASWSUG for a focused March Town Hall featuring Jenny Thigpen, Vice Chancellor of Academic Affairs & Director of Learning Innovations at WSU Global Campus.

ASWSUG has…

Byron Fisher, a member of Dr. Xiaofeng Guo’s research group, will present “Computational Thermodynamics of Molten Salts.”

“The Dynamics of Reciprocity: Perspective-Taking in Human–Horse Interactions and Its Impact on Well-Being,’ presented by Dr. Katy Schroeder, associate professor in the Department of Counseling Education at the University of Iowa.

An introduction to one of the most exciting innovations in astronomy: so-called multimessenger astronomy.

Join us in person for our annual weekend Veterinary Spring Conference. There will be a large and small animal track and a track for technicians & assistants. We encourage veterinarians, technicians, and assistants to attend.

Kids’ Science and Engineering Day 2026!

An introduction to one of the most exciting innovations in astronomy: so-called multimessenger astronomy.

Join us for a Virtual Alumni & Mentorship Day—an interactive, online event designed to help you explore career paths, gain practical insight, and build meaningful professional connections. Hosted by our Alumni & Mentorship Coordinator, this…

Please join the Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering for a special departmental seminar by Dr. Joan B. Rose, Homer Nowlin Chair in Water Research at Michigan State University and recipient of the 2016 Stockholm Water Prize and 2024 IWA Global Water Award.

Dr. Rose will share reflections on four…

SPEAKER: Dr. Matthew Bernards, Associate Professor, Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering, University of Idaho

BIOGRAPHY:

Matthew Bernards is a Professor of Chemical & Biological Engineering at the University of Idaho, where he has been a faculty member since 2016. Since August 2019, he has also served as the Director…

Mark E. Eberhart is Professor Emeritus of Chemistry at the Colorado School of Mines and founder of First Principles Materials Design and Software. His research develops first-principles methods for understanding bonding and reactivity directly from the electron charge density. Building on QTAIM, he has introduced morphological and geometric analyses that quantify bond directionality, charge redistribution, and electrostatic structure in molecules, enzymes, and materials. His group has also developed electron-density analysis software used in both academic and applied research. Dr. Eberhart holds degrees from the University of Colorado (B.S., M.S.) and MIT (Ph.D.).

The MFA Thesis Exhibition highlights the culminating work of Keegan Baatz, S. Camille Comer, and Kahyun (Kate) Uhm, offering visitors a dynamic view of emerging artists at a defining moment in their careers.

Exhibition

In 2016, the museum commissioned Trimpin, a ground-breaking composer and sculptor, to design and create a major new work for the WSU community. Ambiente432 debuted at the inauguration of the Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art and has now entered the museum’s permanent collection.

Comprised of 12 motion-responsive…

Exhibition

Light is ethereal; it opens and spreads. It radiates and fills spaces. It illuminates both the beautiful and tragic as well as the mundane, bringing the contents of our lives into sharper focus. In a traditional sense, light is also ephemeral—it is with us, and it wanes;…

Tue-Sat, 10am-4pm, CLOSED Sun, Mon

Mimi Jung: An Unfinished Origin brings together recent sculptural works from this Helena, Montana-based artist. The loom has long served…

Discover how your personality can shape your career direction.In this interactive workshop, Career Adviser Chris Miller, will guide you through the Truity/MBTI assessment to help you identify your strengths, work preferences, and communication style—and translate those insights into potential career paths and majors.Leave with clearer next steps, a better understanding…

An Artist Talk and Reception with Mimi Jung

Tuesday, March 31 from 4:00 to 6:00pm Jordan Schnitzer Museum of…

The Executive Board cordially invites students to attend our weekly executive meetings. Unless otherwise indicated, we meet every Tuesday via Zoom from 6:30 to 7:30 PM PT. We encourage you to stop in and learn more about what your student government is working on!

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