November 2024
Celebrate Día de los Muertos with a vibrant selection of cuisine, including pozole, mole chicken, esquites, and marigold rice. Enjoy Mariachi music, Folklórico dancers, face painting, and an ofrenda display that honors this special holiday. Dining Services will provide the food, while student organizations will host cultural activities to enrich the experience.
Horn Quartet (Classical)
Presented by Dr. Sam Golden, University of Washington.
Join us to learn how to play Japanese games: Shogi, Othello, and Hanafuda!
Cheer on the WSU Fastpitch Club as they take on league opponent Gonzaga University. Games are at 10:00am and 12:00pm at the Valley Road Playfields! #GoCougs
India Night is an annual cultural event hosted by the Indian Student Association (ISA) that showcases the vibrant traditions, music, dance, and cuisine of India. It’s a night filled with performances, food, and activities that celebrate India’s rich cultural diversity, creating a space for people from all backgrounds to come together and experience the beauty of Indian heritage.
Cheer on the WSU Fastpitch Club as they face league opponent Gonzaga University. Game is at 10:00am at the Valley Road Playfields! #GoCougs
Pregnant Participants Needed For WSU Pullman Research
WSU hosts a Student Voting Engagement Hub where students and community members can register to vote in person, pick up voter pamphlets, print ballots, and vote. The Hub is made in accordance with RCW 29A.40.180, and in partnership with the CCE, ASWSU, the CUB, and Whitman Count Auditor.
Each month we will gather to discuss a paper about engineering education research and/or DEI in engineering or architecture over pizza.
Do you have fur-babies that you want to show off to fellow Global Cougs? Do they love dressing up and be on camera? Come on over and join us for ASWSUG office hour on Coug Chat. Put your pets on camera in their best costumes. Share exciting facts about them and your fondest memories of them. This is open to ALL WSU students, alumni, faculty, and staff. ONLY the S & A fee-paying global student-participants will receive pet bandanas. Wait, there’s more! Three (3) best-dressed pets will also receive surprises. Don’t miss out on this fun and exciting event filled with cuteness overload!
Chemistry Club Monthly Meeting
Chancellor Dave Cillay and First Lady Val Cillay invite you to the Ida Lou Anderson House for a celebration of the fall season! Stop by and enjoy some light refreshments and mingling with the WSU community.
SPEAKER: Dr. Bertrand Tanner, Associate Professor, College of Veterinary Medicine, WSU
Visiting speaker, Professor Wanlu Li, from the University of California San Diego, will giving a talk about Lanthanide/Actinide-Doped Boron Nanoclusters.
Join the WSU Global Campus Student Government for a night of games and prizes at our Bingo Night. We’ll be giving away a ton of prizes to global S&A fee paying students, so what are you waiting for?
CAH Public Lecture: “The Clyfford Still Museum and the Colville Confederated Tribes Partner for the Future” by Michael Holloman
Washington State University’s Engineering and Technology Management (ETM) program invites you to its Fall 2024 East Coast Handshake. Connect with fellow alumni, current students, and prospective students from diverse backgrounds and industries on Monday, November 04, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. in Alexandria, Virginia.
In the final town hall series of his presidency, President Kirk Schulz will reflect on his eight years at Washington State University, sharing the milestones achieved and the initiatives currently shaping the future of the university.
At the conclusion of his remarks, President Schulz will be joined by the executive leadership team for a moderated Q+A session addressing live and pre-submitted questions from the university community.
“Interplay of Replications Timing, DNA Repair, and Translesion Synthesis in UV Mutagenesis in a Yeast,” presented by Allysa Sewell.
Title: Securing our Critical Infrastructure – Who is CISA and how can we help?
Energy Systems Innovation Center (ESIC) & Advanced Grid Institute (AGI) host: Demonstrating High-Speed Wide-Area Power System Measurement Applications, a presentation by Dr. Jim Follum, PNNL
Many of us hear about gross domestic product (GDP) on the news. But do you know exactly what GDP is? Do you know why people talk about it? Do you know the extent to which GDP applies to everyone, including yourself? Learn more about GDP from your student government and better understand its purpose in our economy, as well as its role in the life you choose to live!
The Cannabis Research Seminar Series is funded through the WSU Center for Cannabis Policy, Research, and Outreach (CCPRO) and is intended to highlight some of the excellent cannabis research conducted within the WSU system. Please see the attached flyer for a list of all our talks in store for the fall semester! The next talk, “The Pathways Leading to Cannabis’ Distinct Aroma,” will be held by Dr. Mark Lange on November 5th.
The third of three panel discussions delving into the evolving role of AI in higher education. “Byte-Sized Learning: AI’s Impact on the Classroom Experience,” presented by Liam Broughton-Neiswanger, and others TBA.
EDIC-PDC Workshop by Josie Cohen-Rodriguez and Lotus Norton-Wisla
Showcasing research by our undergraduate, graduate, and professional veterinary medical students, postdoctoral researchers, and Doctor of Veterinary Medicine residents and interns.
Escape the academic grind, engage in thought-provoking discussion, and earn credit towards your EmpowerALL certification by joining our student-led book club. We will meet on Wednesday, November 6th from 5:00-6:00 PM to discuss November’s book choice: “Klara and The Sun” by Kazuo Ishiguro. Open to all WSU Global students, staff, and alumni. The first five S&A fee-paying global students to register by October 8th will receive a FREE hard copy of the book!
The College of Nursing and College of Veterinary Medicine are teaming up once again for the annual Healthy People + Healthy Pets program, which provides free healthcare services to those living in shelters, transitional housing, and currently unhoused community members and their pets.
Design and manufacturing of innovative high entropy alloys for extreme environment
Presented by Dr. Osman El Atwani, Staff Scientist, Pacific Northwest National Lab (PNNL)
The Department of Physics and Astronomy invites you to a colloquium featuring Charles Marcus, Boeing Johnson Professor, Materials Science & Engineeering, and Dept. of Physics, University of Washington. Dr. Marcus’ talk, “New Views of a Classic (but not Classical) System: The Josephson Junction Array” will be held Thursday, November 7th, at 12:10pm in Webster B11.
Modeling Lipid Bilayers: a Combination of Mechanics and Geometry
Speaker Bio: Brian Seguin obtained a B.S. in Engineering Mechanics from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign in 2005 and a Ph.D. in Mathematical Sciences from Carnegie Mellon Universityin 2010. Since then he has spent time at McGill University and the University of Dundee.
Brian is interested in using techniques from geometry and analysis to study problems in material science and biology. For example, he has worked on projects involving plant cell biomechanics, lipid bilayers, liquid crystal theory, and soap films.
Join Dining Services and the WSU Outdoor Recreation Center (ORC) for a Campsite Cookout! This outdoor-themed dining event brings a taste of the campfire right to campus, featuring a menu of delicious meals prepared in foil packs—just like cooking around a campfire. Options include lemon garlic trout, Tex-Mex chicken, and more, plus classic desserts like s’mores and berry crisp.
The Executive Board cordially invites students to attend our weekly executive meeting. Learn more about what your student government is working on and score ASWSUG swag just by attending!
Calling all Coug fans – start your football weekends on Friday with the Brelsford WSU Visitor Center!
Calling all Coug fans – start your football weekends on Friday with the Brelsford WSU Visitor Center!
We’ll be here to help with all pre-game, game day and weekend needs from general parking permit sales, park-and-ride options and directions through the downtown Pullman construction to details on festivities happening on and off campus.
Join us Friday, November 8th from 12:00pm–1:00pm for a unique tour led by David Janssen Jr., Scholarly Assistant Professor, Department of Art WSU. Hear a teaching artist’s perspective on select works in the current exhibitions, including the work of Corita Kent featured in Your Collection: Celebrating 50 Years. Open discussion among tour participants will be encouraged throughout the tour and will be facilitated by Kristin Becker, Curator of Education & Programs.
WSU Horn Studio Recital
Integrative Physiology and Neuroscience Work in Progress Seminar Series: The Peters and Jansen labs.
Join us as the Undocumented Student Center presents on understanding undocumented student populations. This is the Fall 2024 Inclusive Excellence Forum through the WSU Inclusivity Council, offered via Zoom for all students, faculty, staff, and community members who would like to attend.
Want to show off your quarterback skills? Want to support Coug legend Steve Gleason and his foundation? Want to support a group of current WSU students?
Come do all these things at Throws for Gleason Football Throwing Competition, a charity event where your skills on the field can make a difference off the field! This exciting competition invites participants to showcase their football throwing abilities while helping to raise funds for the Team Gleason Foundation.
Undergraduate Research Halls Open in Terrell, Owen Libraries with Grand Opening
Join the WSU Physics and Astronomy Club for the 2024 annual pumpkin drop on Saturday November 9th at 10am just outside Webster Hall on campus. Come decorate a pumpkin, take on our challenging laser maze, learn about physics and science through various demonstrations, and watch as we throw your decorated…
Start your game day at the Brelsford WSU Visitor Center, enjoying light refreshments, snapping photos in some of the best Coug-inspired spots on campus and getting all your must-have football weekend info!
Our team will be available to assist with game day information, including wayfinding and directions, pregame activities, general parking information, and other transportation options. While you are here, shop our Coug-made holiday sale and gift packaging options, 15% off 4 Coug-made items, and 20% off 6.
BFA Art Exhibition with Damien Baldwin and Alex Nixon
“One Health Therapeutics for Cryptosporidium, Toxoplasma, Sarcocystis, Neospora, and Besnoitia,” presented by Wes Van Voorhis, University of Washington.
“Of Mice and Microbes: A Peptidoglycan-Sleep Story,” presented by Erika English, PhD student, WSU Spokane.
Energy Systems Innovation Center (ESIC) Power Seminar Series presents Enhancing Cybersecurity in Smart Grids: Modeling Stealthy Cyberattacks and Implementing Moving Target Defense by Dr. Bo Liu, School of Engineering and Applied Science, WSU-TC
Washington state Representative Ed Orcutt will present “Pulling Back the Curtain on Taxes in Washington” at the Hoops Taxation Research and Policy Institute’s fall forum.
In the final town hall series of his presidency, President Kirk Schulz will reflect on his eight years at Washington State University, sharing the milestones achieved and the initiatives currently shaping the future of the university.
At the conclusion of his remarks, President Schulz will be joined by the executive leadership team for a moderated Q+A session addressing live and pre-submitted questions from the university community.
Buprenorphine is a safe and effective medication for treatment of both opioid use disorder and chronic pain. This webinar will consider its history, FDA – approved products, and some principles for clinical use.
Buprenorphine is a safe and effective medication for treatment of both opioid use disorder and chronic pain. This webinar will consider its history, FDA – approved products, and some principles for clinical use.
“Recognizing and Addressing Wellbeing Needs for Educators,” presented by Rocky Lucas, Jeremiah Grissett, and Jane Jenkins, all from the College of Veterinary Medicine, Counseling & Wellness, DVM Student Services team.
PhD student, Bryn Merrill to present on Elemental mixing in uranium chloride molten salt systems: thermodynamic studies of line compound formation and melt interactions.
The Ruth and Loran Olsen Festival of Native American Music – Music by Native American Composers
This event will feature WSU School of Music Faculty and Students.
Dinner provided.
Doors open for the event at 5:00pm
Are you having trouble staying on task? Come by for a quick study session with fellow Cougs, and let’s hold each other accountable! We will be giving out FREE swag to those who attend!
Summit for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Justice
The School of Mechanical and Materials Engineering Seminar Series, “Introduction to NiTinol. A Tutorial and Design Guide” Presented by Dan Clingman
“Finding Your Rhythm: Navigating the Ups and Downs of Academia,” presented by: Dr. Jeremiah E. Grissett, College of Veterinary Medicine, Counseling & Wellness.
Presented by Katie Tseng, PhD Candidate; Mentor: Dr. Pilar Fernandez, Paul G. Allen School for Global Health, and Dr. Jyoti Kashyap; Mentor: Dr. Arden Baylink, Veterinary Microbiology & Pathology. Host: Arden Baylink.
Grab a drink of your choice and join us for a relaxing night of painting and socializing. First ten S&A fee paying students to sign up before October 30th will get a canvas, paint, and paintbrush for free!
The Executive Board cordially invites students to attend our weekly executive meeting. Learn more about what your student government is working on and score ASWSUG swag just by attending!
WSU Trombone Studio Recital
Integrative Physiology and Neuroscience Work in Progress Seminar Series: The Rossi and McLaughlin labs.
PhD student, Anubhav Dhull, to give a talk on Dendrimer Based Targeted Nanotherapies for the Treatment of Brain and Ocular Disorders and Cancer
PhD student, Hope Lackey, to give a talk about advancing optical spectroscopic and chemometric approaches to solve key analytical challenges in the nuclear fuel cycle.
Join us Saturday, November 16th for family-friendly activities with Northwest Public Broadcasting from 9-11am. Northwest Public Broadcasting presents Explore Together/Exploremos Juntos. Come celebrate Da Vinci Day! Meet PBS Kids’ Xavier Riddle from Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum and enjoy activities that demonstrate connections between art and STEM.This event promotes LEONARDO da VINCI, the new PBS documentary about Leonardo da Vinci by Ken Burns, Sarah Burns & David McMahon, which will be broadcast November 18–19, 2024.
Join Northwest Public Broadcasting at the Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art WSU for Da Vinci Day!
Join us on Saturday, November 16th for a workshop creating Mount St. Helens ash-glazed flatware from 2-3pm! May 18, 2025 marks the 45th anniversary of the eruption of Mount St. Helens. A significant portion of the 540 million tons of ash that spewed from the volcano settled across Central and Eastern Washington, and inventive ceramists in the region collected the ash to make beautiful glazes. To commemorate the explosive history of Mount St. Helens, the WSU Department of Art invites participation in the creation of 100 pieces of ash-glazed flatware. Workshop participants will learn about volcanic ash, assist in rolling slabs of clay, and shaping and decorating commemorative plates.* The commemoration will culminate on Wednesday, March 5, 2025 at the Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art WSU in connection with The Art of Food, From the Collections of Jordan D. Schnitzer and His Family Foundation. All 100 plates will be on display, accompanied by a program about the historical significance of the eruption at WSU and in our region.
Join us for a guided journaling workshop where you can discover the benefits of journaling, develop new skills, and enjoy some much-needed self-care. Learn how journaling can enhance your mental well-being and discover creative prompts that can inspire and enrich your life. This hour-long session, led by ASWSUG’s Director of Communication and Compliance, is open to all WSU Global Students, staff, and alumni and is completely free to attend! The first 10 S&A fee-paying global students to register and attend will receive a FREE Journal Set!
SPEAKER: Dr. Simone Raugei, Computational Scientist, Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL)
Visiting from PNNL, Dr. Nathan Bessen will be giving a talk about Actinide Separations in the Nuclear Fuel Cycle.
This biannual event showcases a curated collection of handcrafted ceramics created by WSU Department of Art students, faculty and staff ranging from functional tableware and intricate sculptures to unique collectibles. Organized by the WSU Clay Club, the sale offers students, faculty, and staff an opportunity to explore the creativity of emerging ceramic artists and find distinctive pieces perfect for personal collections or holiday gifts.
Title: The Importance of Creating a Physical and Digital Identity Strategy to Combat Fraud
Speaker: Jaime Rojas
“Specialization of the chromatin remodeler RSC to mobilize partially-unwrapped nucleosomes,” presented by Ayiana Sapp.
Advanced Grid Institute (AGI) hosts: Distributed Architecture for T&D Data Integration in a Multi-Cloud Testbed to be presented by Dr. Alex Anderson, Energy Systems Engineering Group
Overview With rapid increases in grid edge devices beginning to affect the bulk power system, transmission utilities are seeking ways to gain visibility…
Looking for a career in environmental science or engineering? Join us for an info session and resume review event with King County’s Department of Natural Resources and Parks, Wastewater Treatment Division!
The Cannabis Research Seminar Series is funded through the WSU Center for Cannabis Policy, Research, and Outreach (CCPRO) and is intended to highlight some of the excellent cannabis research conducted within the WSU system. Please see the attached flyer for a list of all our talks in store for the fall semester! The next talk, “The Role of the Endocannabinoid System in Brain Development: A Focus on the Perinatal Period,” will be held by Dr. David Rossi on November 19th.
PhD student, Nabil Ashraf Shuvo, to present Iron Sulfide Particles for Capture of Volatile Contaminants.
Working towards your EmpowerALL DEI certificate? Join us for our last EmpowerALL workshop of Fall semester! On Wednesday, November 20th at 4pm, hosted by ASWSUG Director of Diversity, Amber and Student Diversity Ambassador, Shawna. “Mannerisms” focus on the speaking, behaviors, or gestures that occur when interacting with others. Sometimes we are not always aware of our mannerisms when we are in public and communicating with others. Our goal is that by the end of this workshop, you will be more aware of some of the gestures that occur. ONE S&A fee-paying student will win Coug Swag for attending! This event is open to all WSU students, staff, faculty, and alumni.
In the final town hall series of his presidency, President Kirk Schulz will reflect on his eight years at Washington State University, sharing the milestones achieved and the initiatives currently shaping the future of the university.
At the conclusion of his remarks, President Schulz will be joined by the executive leadership team for a moderated Q+A session addressing live and pre-submitted questions from the university community.
Mechanistic Insights into Ultra-Low Wear Dry Sliding of Tribological Polymer Composites
Presented by Dr. Harman Khar, Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering, Gonzaga University
Registration is Now Open for the first of four stand-alone virtual workshops in the Systematic Review Series, hosted by the WSU College of Medicine’s Collaboration for Interprofessional Health Education Research & Scholarship (CIPHERS) initiative!
“Leveraging the innate immune system to combat neurogenerative diseases,” presented by Dr. Johannes Schlachetzki, University of California, San Diego. Host: Dr. Sascha Duttke, Assistant Professor, School of Molecular Biosciences.
In the final town hall series of his presidency, President Kirk Schulz will reflect on his eight years at Washington State University, sharing the milestones achieved and the initiatives currently shaping the future of the university.
At the conclusion of his remarks, President Schulz will be joined by the executive leadership team for a moderated Q+A session addressing live and pre-submitted questions from the university community.
Please submit your questions for senior leadership in advance.
The Executive Board cordially invites students to attend our weekly executive meeting. Learn more about what your student government is working on and score ASWSUG swag just by attending!