September 2025
Got Grandma’s secret stuffing recipe that fills the house with holiday cheer? Or perhaps a spicy curry that’s been passed down through generations of your family’s celebrations? We want your time-tested, soul-warming dishes to star in our first-ever “digital cookbook”!
This workshop will cover the following essential topics:
How to proceed after receiving a faculty notification letter: Understand the steps to take once you receive a notification letter regarding student accommodations. Testing procedures: Learn the procedures for working with the Alternative Testing Center. Implementing common or confusing…
Struggling to juggle classes, work, and life? Learn practical tools and strategies to stay organized and take control of your schedule. This event is for MESA-enrolled students only.
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…
Energy System Innovation Center & Advanced Grid Institute present “Grid Enhancing Technologies in Transmission Operations and Planning: Opportunities & Challenges” to be delivered by Dr. Swaroop Guggilam, Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI)
Summary In recent years, grid enhancing technologies (GETs) have garnered significant attention as utilities and system operators…
This workshop will cover the following essential topics:
How to proceed after receiving a faculty notification letter: Understand the steps to take once you receive a notification letter regarding student accommodations. Testing procedures: Learn the procedures for working with the Alternative Testing Center. Implementing common or confusing…
Getting ready for the Career Expo or updating your LinkedIn profile? Thanks to the WSU Alumni Association and the Academic Success and Career Center, Cougs will have access to high-quality headshots with customizable virtual backgrounds whether they’re on campus or joining virtually! A great headshot is often the first…
Using WSU Libraries to Strengthen Your Research Strategy
Presented by Chelsea Leachman, Science and Engineering Librarian
Abstract:
Conducting high-quality research today requires more than just access to information—it demands strategic use of tools, services, and technologies that support discovery, evaluation, and dissemination. This seminar will highlight how WSU Libraries’ resources…
Join the Foley Institute as we welcome Gary Gerstle, Paul Mellon Professor of American History Emeritus at the University of Cambridge and Visting Scholar at the Harvard-Radcliffe Institute at Harvard University. He will discuss his most recent book, The Rise and Fall of the Neoliberal Order: America and the World…
Activation of Lysosomal Iron Triggers Ferroptosis in Cancer,” presented by Ifeoluwa Peace Oladapo, PhD student.
“Modeling of thermofluid processes in liquid hydrogen storage and transfer systems”
Hydrogen is a promising clean and renewable fuel that can help humanity impede the catastrophic climate change. However, to produce, store, and transport hydrogen in the energy-dense liquid form, low cryogenic temperatures are required, as hydrogen boils at about…
“Expanding the gene regulatory code: position-dependent transcription factor function reveals a spatial grammar in our genome.”
Exhibition: Monday, August 18 – Friday, October 10, 2025 Panel Discussion: Thursday, September 4, 4:30-5:30 PM, Art Building Auditorium Opening Reception: Thursday, September 4, 5:30 PM, Gallery 2
$179/$139 for WSUAA card carrying members & Students/Juniors
Includes golf, cart, range, taxes & restaurant gift card
Friday or Saturday of 2025 Home Football Weekends thru 10/25
Beverage Cart • Wedge Give-Away • Gift Card Draw
Best Dressed/Coug Spirit • Miniature Golf • Corn Hole • 50/50 Raffle
Web Communication is offering trainings on content inventory and audit, accessibility, and core concepts. Join us during Open Lab on Friday’s at 10 a.m. from September 2025 to January 2026.
🎉 Coug Day at the Capitol is officially underway!
WSU students from across the state are gathering in Olympia to raise their voices, share their stories, and advocate for the future of higher education.
🌟 Global…
Semester Seminar, presented by Dr. Jeff Olivarez
Joseph Valacich, cofounder of Neuro-ID, a company providing behavioral analytics to combat online fraud, boost conversion rates, and enhance customer experiences, will present “Agile, Lean Startup, and Hard Lessons: Advice in Technology Development” at the Carson College of Business’s inaugural Hubman Distinguished Lecture Series.
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Three experienced and proven industry professionals will answer your questions.
Join Architecture Professor Ayad Rahmani for a tour of select works by Anish Kapoor in relation to public spaces and architectural sites on campus
Lessons in Leadership with Dan Castles – Alumni Achievement Award
Info about award: The highest honor given to alumni…
Kick off Homecoming Weekend with Cougar spirit at the WSU Pep Rally at CougFest—featuring games, music, drinks, and exclusive perks for Life Members!
Washington State University’s Sport Management program will mark its 40th anniversary with a two-day celebration September 5–6 in Pullman, bringing together alumni, faculty, students, and industry leaders to honor the program’s history and chart its future.
Join us Friday, September 5th at 7:30pm in Bryan Hall Theatre for “Cleaning Up Broken Glass” Album Release performance featuring Sophia Tegart, flute and Fabio Menchetti, piano.
Repertoire by Marion Bauer, Wilhelmine Von Bayreuth, Leopoldine Blahtka, Lili Boulanger, Adriana Isabel Figueroa Manas, & Eugenie Rocherolle.
Admission is free.
Welcome home Cougs! Start your game day at the Brelsford WSU Visitor Center! Join us for a lemonade bar featuring signature drinks, the Butch Berry and WSU Pride, playing yard games, snapping photos in some of…
Most approaches to AI focus on automation, aiming to get machines to perform our tedious tasks more quickly. However, this efficiency mindset traps us into doing more of the same, instead of questioning whether we’re doing the right things at all. This workshop series offers a fundamental shift: viewing AI…
Speaker: Dr. Jeremiah Busch, School of Biological Sciences, WSU
“An Inside View of NSF”
SPEAKER: Dr. Berkley Walker, Associate Professor, Michigan State University
BIOGRAPHY:
Berkley Walker studies the multi-scale impact and mechanisms of photosynthesis…with a special emphasis on how photorespiration interacts with central metabolism and plant nutrition. While always interested in science, he original set off to be an entrepreneur, founding an energy bar…
“Useful Maths: Insights into Immunology and Virology with the eyes of Mathematics,” presented by Dr. Esteban Hernandez Vargas from the University of Idaho.
We know that internships can be a game-changer for your career, but you might be wondering why an internship matters, when to apply, or how to stand out.
This session features:
Industry professionals and recruiters sharing tips on navigating the competitive internship market Knowledge to help you navigate…
“Decoding the Hidden Grammar of Our Genome,” presented by Bayley McDonald, PhD student.
Meet ME Alum Jake Scott, Trane Technologies, to learn about career fair success and networking.
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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We can use the following for the summary: Utilities across the world are using traveling-wave based devices to locate faults with an accuracy of one to two tower spans. This presentation briefly discusses capabilities of line protective relays that include TW-based functions such as fault locating, line monitoring, and a line current differential scheme. This presentation includes a tutorial on Vaisala’s National Lightning Detection Network and shows how the correlation of data from the lightning detection network and the relays helps the patrol crew to locate the disturbance. PPL Electric Utilities Corporation uses this correlation to confirm the root cause of the disturbance and to verify the performance of the lightning mitigation devices in the network.
Want to get serious about fun? Consider an internship at Nintendo and join us in putting smiles on the faces of millions around the world. This session will introduce Nintendo and provide an overview of summer internships, the application process, and timeline. As a Nintendo intern, you will actively contribute…
New to LinkedIn? This introductory session is the perfect starting point! LinkedIn is more than just a digital resume – it’s a powerful platform for networking, job searching, building your professional brand and so much more!
After attending this session, you will be able to:
Build a strong LinkedIn…
Connect with the Center for Civic Engagement (CCE) and community partners to discover service options available for the 9/11 National Day of Service. Specific project details will be available when you check-in for the project on September 11. Be sure to dress for the weather and wear supportive shoes as…
Naval Sandwich composites & Underwater Explosions
Presented by
Dr. Nilanjan Mitra, Associate Professor, School of Mechanical and Materials Engineering, Washington State University
Abstract
Understanding material and structural response requires recreating exact loading scenarios, which is often challenging. Using naval sandwich hulls under underwater explosions as an example, this talk will…
Join the Foley Institute as we welcome Jeffrey Kopstein, Dean’s Professor of Political Science at the University of California, Irvine. He will discuss his most recent book, The Assault on the State: How the Global Attack on Modern Government Endangers…
“Virus-Induced Gene Misregulation in Human Diseases,” presented by Dr. Matthew Weirauch, Cincinnati Children’s Hospital (Host: Dr. Sascha Duttke).
ZOOM Information: Meeting ID: 965 8240 9398• Passcode: physastro
Are you ready to explore internship possibilities? We invite you to pop by our inaugural Internship Pop-Up Fair on Thursday, September 11, 2025! Join us in the Compton Union Building (CUB) Senior Ballroom any time between 3:00pm – 6:00pm (PST) to chat with employers actively hiring across all academic majors.
“Dissecting how pathogens thrive in (molecularly) stressed-out ticks,” presented by Kaylee Vosbigian, PhD candidate; “An experimental infection model for rapid reproduction of treponeme-associated hoof disease in captive elk (Cervus canadensis),” presented by Dr. Holly Drankan, DVM and PhD candidate.
These trainings will cover common accessibility testing tools, errors and alerts, when to remediate, and best practices.
This training session is designed to equip departmental teams and staff with the tools and knowledge to effectively use Modern Campus Involve. Participants will learn how to manage events, track engagement, and utilize data-driven insights to enhance student involvement. Whether you’re new to the platform or looking to deepen your…
Explore bp internships & full-time opportunities
A docent will point out night sky highlights and upcoming astronomical events. This is followed by a fulldome video presentation.
A docent will point out night sky highlights and upcoming astronomical events. This is followed by a fulldome video presentation.
Come learn how to be successful in obtaining both interviews and job offers at Boeing!
This resume and interview skills workshop will dive into best practices for resume development and management as well as interview tips…
SPEAKER: Dr. ChangKyu Yoon, Associate Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Sookmyung Women’s University
BIOGRAPHY: Dr. ChangKyu Yoon is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Sookmyung Women’s University in Seoul, South Korea. He earned his Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering from Johns Hopkins University…
Dr. Wassana Yantasee is a Professor of Biomedical Engineering at Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) and the Founder & CEO of PDX Pharmaceuticals. She received her PhD in Chemical Engineering and her MBA in 2001 from Oregon State University. From 2001 to 2009, she worked at the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL), where she earned accelerated promotions to Level 4 (out of 6). She then joined the BME Department at OHSU as an Oregon Nanomedicine Signature Researcher. Dr. Yantasee has received numerous honors, including the Ronald L. Brodzinski Early Career Scientific Achievement Award from PNNL and the Council of Outstanding Early Career Engineer Award from OSU, and two corporate philanthropy awards. She was inducted into the National Academy of Inventors OHSU Chapter and as a Fellow of the American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering. She has published more than 70 peer-reviewed papers and has served on over 40 scientific review panels for federal grant programs.
PDX Pharmaceuticals’ Journey in Developing Next-Generation Cancer Therapies: Opportunities and Challenges of Building an Academic Startup Keynote: Dr. Wassana Yantasee, Professor of Biomedical Engineering at Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) and the Founder & CEO of PDX Pharmaceuticals
Presentation: PDX Pharma’s mission is to find cures for cancer.…
“Exploring Regulatory Mechanisms of Human Transcription Initiation,” presented by Mackenzie Meyer (Advisor: Dr. Sascha Duttke).
Join the Foley Institute as we welcome Steve Hobbs, Washington’s Secretary of State, for a discussion on current threats to democracy, the importance of election security, countering election disinformation, and expanding voter education and outreach.
Want to feel confident and prepared for the Career Expo? This workshop is your go-to guide for making the most of one of WSU’s most valuable career development events. The Career Expo is more than just a job fair – it’s your chance to explore career paths, connect with employers,…
Build your personal brand and connect with industry professionals. This session will help you make the most of LinkedIn as a student and future professional. This MESA workshop is open to all majors!
Prof. Su Ha, George Austin Endowed Director and professor in the Voiland School
of Chemical Engineering and Bioengineering, presents the 2025 Anjan Bose lecture on “Overview of Caustic Aqueous Phase Electrochemical Reforming (CAPER) technology for Process Intensified Hydrogen Production”.
Join us this evening to learn about upcoming internship and employment opportunities at Boeing, hear from recent Boeing interns, ask questions, and network with WSU Coug alumni who work at Boeing. All majors are welcome!
🍕 PIZZA will be provided for in-person attendees!
Students…
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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Get study strategies, planning tips, and mindset hacks to help you walk into midterms with confidence. Open to MESA-enrolled students only.
Have you ever wondered how sound impacts pain and mood? In this free, CME/CE-accredited webinar, Evidence of Binaural Beats in Pain Management: Take a Look at What They Heard, Dr. Holly Watson explains the physiological mechanisms involved in auditory pathways of binaural beat perception, an experience created when listening…
Join us as we welcome Gary Lai, an American aerospace engineer best known as the chief architect of Blue Origin’s New Shepard space tourism vehicle. This evening, he will…
Enjoy an evening of creativity and cuisine, hosted by Dining Services at Northside Café. This event features hands-on activities like bracelet-making, painting, and origami, paired with a delicious spread of roasted meats, fresh fruit, assorted cheeses, desserts, and other tasty bites. A perfect blend of food and fun to unwind and…
Are you Coug curious about the aerospace industry? Join WSU alumni and industry professionals across several majors who have found success and meaning in the Aerospace Industry. Connect, ask questions, and network, as you meet and learn from these dynamic individuals! This event is open to all majors and all levels.
Ready to take the next step in your career journey? Learn how to use tools like Handshake and LinkedIn, research employers, and prepare for meaningful conversations at networking events like the Career Expo.
After attending this session, you will be able to:
Use platforms like Handshake and LinkedIn to…
Join alumni and recruiters from Blue Origin at their open Info Session to learn about the company, internships, and jobs. Blue Origin is a space company dedicated to enabling millions of people to live and work in space for Earth’s benefit.
Based in Northern Colorado, duo970 brings together flutist James Hall and pianist Susie Maddocks, who have both enjoyed varied and impressive careers. They will be giving a recital of flute and piano works on Thursday, September 18 at 7:30pm in Kimbrough Concert Hall.
$179/$139 for WSUAA card carrying members & Students/Juniors
Includes golf, cart, range, taxes & restaurant gift card
Friday or Saturday of 2025 Home Football Weekends thru 10/25
Beverage Cart • Wedge Give-Away • Gift Card Draw
Best Dressed/Coug Spirit • Miniature Golf • Corn Hole • 50/50 Raffle
The URL Export plugin helps you find all the web pages on your website. Setting up this portion of the content inventory will set you up for success during the inventory and audit.
Web Communication is offering trainings on content inventory and audit, accessibility, and core concepts. Join us during Open Lab on Friday’s at 10 a.m. from September 2025 to January 2026.
Come to Owen Library for a pizza party celebrating the 35th Annual Ig Nobel Prize awards!
Calling all Coug fans – start your football weekends with the Brelsford WSU Visitor Center!
We’ll be here to help with all pre-game, game day and…
The Apple Cup Harvest Market is 4 to 6 p.m. Friday, Sept. 19, at Mooberry Track and Field, WSU Pullman.
Join us the Friday before Apple Cup for an exciting look at WSU College of Veterinary Medicine’s groundbreaking Simulation-Based Education program.
“I Am in Need of Music” is the title of a beautiful song by American composer, Ben Moore and is the theme for this evening’s recital of art song by Dr. Julie Anne Wieck, soprano and Elena Panchenko, harpsichord and piano. They will be joined…
Calling all Coug fans – start your football weekends with the Brelsford WSU Visitor Center!
We’ll be here to help with all pre-game, game day and…
Join the Voiland School of Chemical Engineering and Bioengineering starting three hours before kickoff to tailgate for the Apple Cup (WSU vs UW). Enjoy hamburgers, hot dogs, mocktails, tailgating games (cornhole and spike ball) in a social event with your fellow students, Voiland School alumni, and faculty. Open to Voiland…
September’s Read: Big Chicas Don’t Cry by Annette Chavez Macias
Four Mexican-American cousins navigate love, loss, and the meaning of family over the course of one memorable year in this heartfelt family drama. Mari,…
Microsoft is the worldwide leader in software, services, and solutions that help people and businesses realize their full potential—with over 100,000 employees in over 100 countries, working on hundreds of products, including games, phones, developer tools, business solutions, and operating systems. So why not explore what…
Dr. Jennifer Watts, School of Molecular Biosciences, WSU Tri-Cities Title: ‘Fats, ferroptosis, and fertility’
SPEAKER: Dr. Valentina Sierra, Postdoctoral Research Associate, Department of Biological Systems Engineering, WSU
BIOGRAPHY:
Dr. Valentina Sierra-Jimenez is a Chemical Engineer with a Ph.D. in Biological Systems Engineering, specializing in modeling physicochemical processes from the atomic scale to industrial systems. Her research covers chemical and thermochemical transformations such as carbonization,…
Join Engineering and Technology Management (ETM) faculty and staff 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, new changes to the master’s degree core requirements, the admissions process, certificate options, and more.
Connor Easton will be available from 11 AM – 12 PM in Sloan 150 to review resumes and answer any general questions regard Expedia Group internships and careers.
Sept. 23: Lanning lecture Materials scientist Subra Suresh will visit the WSU campus where he will speak on “Deep Learning from Nature and Machines.” Dr. Suresh is a member of the National Academy of Engineering (NAE), National Academy of Science (NAS), and the National Academy of Medicine (NAM) and served as director of the National Science Foundation.
The Thriving Authentically: Next Generation Stories program will feature panelists who identify as Next Generation College professional offering students valuable industry insights regarding their chosen career paths and how they cultivated their professional and personal identities on that journey. Join us for a 90-minute vibrant conversation with several employers representing…
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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This in-person workshop will address the fundamentals of effective teaching, with a focus on classrooms and laboratories.
WSU alum, Connor Easton, will discuss his work at Expedia Group and provide an overview of the company, internships, and careers.
Join us to learn how Chromium Single Cell, Visium Spatial, and Xenium In Situ platforms from 10x Genomics can help you push the boundaries of your research. Hosted by WSU’s Center for Reproductive Biology
What do AI and ATS really mean for your job search? This session breaks down key tools like AI (Artificial Intelligence) and ATS (Applicant Tracking Systems)—the systems employers use to scan and sort resumes. Learn how to optimize your application materials, build a strong LinkedIn profile, and stand out in a competitive,…
Beyond p-Type: The Potential of n-Type CdTe and CdSeTe for Next-Generation Solar Cells
Presented by
Jing Shang, PhD candidate in Materials Science and Engineering, Center of Crystal Growth and Semiconductors and Institute of Materials Research, School of Mechanical and Materials Engineering, Washington State University
Abstract
Cadmium telluride (CdTe) solar…
On September 25th celebrate Fall exhibitions at the Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art WSU with a series of exceptional events. First, arrive at the museum at 12:00 pm for a curatorial tour touching upon the themes of our new exhibitions led by directors and curators Maryanna G. Ramirez…
Join the Foley Institute as we welcome Patrick Deneen, professor of political science at the University of Notre Dame. He will discuss his most recent book, Regime Change: Toward a Postliberal Future, published in 2023.
Join Patrick Deneen, University of Notre Dame, who will tackle the question of whether classical liberalism and progressive values have led to the “few” benefiting at the expense of the “many.” Is there an alternative?
Pizza…
Join Patrick Deneen, University of Notre Dame, who will tackle the question of whether classical liberalism and progressive values have led to the “few” benefiting at the expense of the “many.” Is there an alternative?
Pizza…
“Not such a bird-brained idea: Using disease ecology to bridge the gap between medicine and management,” presented by Professor and Rocky Crate and Wild Sheep Foundation Endowed Chair.
The Career Expo is right around the corner – is your resume ready? We’ll cover the resume-writing process and teach you how to communicate your experiences in a way that stands out to employers. Whether you’re a first-year student building your first resume or a senior looking to refine your…