September 2026
Join the Foley Institute as we welcome Seth C. McKee professor of political science at Oklahoma State University. McKee will discuss how midterm elections have often acted as an approval barometer for presidential popularity.
Four perspectives of being participating in the Peer Observation Program.
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This recital features, among other works, a brand new work for horn called Sigh of the Horn by Quanzhong Deng. This ambitious work for solo horn draws from a traditional form of narrative singing. Other works include Shining Moment by Michael…
3D-Printed Biomedical Devices: Wearable Biosensors, Artificial Organs, and Prosthetic Electronics
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The interweaving of design and materials with multiscale, multimaterial 3D-printing processes could enable the creation of complex, flexible, and multifunctional biomedical devices with unique geometries and advanced functionalities. This research talk will highlight our recent advances in 3D-printed biomedical…
Join the Foley Institute as we welcome Louis Jacobson chief correspondent of PolitiFact. Jacobson will discuss how the upcoming midterm elections will decide control of the Senate and U.S. House for the next two years, while voters will also be…
On Thursday, September 3, join us for a Curatorial Tour for The Mirror That Nature Holds: From the Collections of Jordan D. Schnitzer and His Family Foundation
Opening Celebration & Arts First Thursdays 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art WSU
Celebrate our recently-opened exhibition The Mirror that Nature Holds from the Collections of Jordan D. Schnitzer and His Family Foundation as well as additional exhibitions Jim Hodges: Unearthed and…
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Benjamin Coelho, Professor of Bassoon at the University of Iowa will present a program of works for the bassoon by Schreck, Okechukwu, Dutilleux, and others in collaboration with Dr. Fabio Menchetti and Dr. Jacqueline Wilson.
A docent will point out night sky highlights and upcoming astronomical events. This is followed by a fulldome video presentation.
The featured fulldome video tackles the most mindbending phenomenon known, and yet thought be to entirely real. When mass causes spacetime to bend so profoundly that even light cannot escape,…
A docent will point out night sky highlights and upcoming astronomical events. This is followed by a fulldome video presentation.
The featured fulldome video tackles the most mindbending phenomenon known, and yet thought be to entirely real. When mass causes spacetime to bend so profoundly that even light cannot escape,…
Speaker: Dr. Assefaw Gebremedhin, Associate Professor, Washington State University
Abstract: The VICEROY Northwest Institute for Cybersecurity Education and Research (CySER) provides students the opportunity to earn a cybersecurity certificate alongside their four-year degree. CySER students participate in seminars, mentored research projects, student club activities, cyber competition and capture-the-flag events, and…
bp Cherry Point Refinery Information Session
Interested in internships or career opportunities in the energy and manufacturing industry? Join representatives from Cherry Point Refinery to learn about their operations, career pathways, and current hiring needs. Cherry Point Refinery is seeking:
Interns: Sophomore and Junior Chemical Engineering students, and…
Come to Owen Library for a pizza party celebrating the 36th Annual Ig Nobel Prize awards!
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A docent will point out night sky highlights and upcoming astronomical events. This is followed by a fulldome video presentation.
From across the vast reaches of space, astronomers have long studied the light of distant stars and galaxies. Now, however, we can also study cosmic ray particles, neutrinos, and, the…
A docent will point out night sky highlights and upcoming astronomical events. This is followed by a fulldome video presentation.
From across the vast reaches of space, astronomers have long studied the light of distant stars and galaxies. Now, however, we can also study cosmic ray particles, neutrinos, and, the…
Come learn how to be successful in obtaining interviews and job offers!
This resume and interview skills workshop will dive into best practices for resume development as well…
Join the Foley Institute in welcoming David Kimball, professor of political science at the University of Missouri St. Louis. He will discuss how redistricting shapes political representation and can have a lasting impact on voting rights and civic participation.
Come learn how to be successful in obtaining interviews and job offers!
This resume and interview skills workshop will dive into best practices for resume development as well…
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Laboratory Safety: Creating and Maintaining an Effective Lab Safety Program
Presented by Tom Ebeling, Occupational Health & Safety Specialist, Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S), WSU
Abstract: This presentation will cover fundamental components of an effective laboratory safety program for WSU laboratories, including hazard assessment and levels of hazard control,…
Join the Foley Institute for a free documentary showing that focuses on the largest annual Flag Day parade located in Three Oaks, Michigan. The showing will be followed by a discussion, moderated by Braver Angels WA, a nonprofit dedicated to…
Thursday, September 17, 2026 The Art of Fire: Tribal Burning on the Northwest Landscape 4:00 – 5:00 pm Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art WSU
Join Spokane-based teacher and naturalist Jack Nisbet for a presentation…
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.
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A docent will point out night sky highlights and upcoming astronomical events. This is followed by a fulldome video presentation.
NASA’s manned space program is focused on establishing a permanent human presence on the moon, our natural satellite. This video short summarizes the plan and its benefits for humanity. The…
Star Parties
Jewett Observatory is our direct window on the heavens. In spring, summer, and fall, we hold public star parties, where any interested person can come to view the cosmos through the historic 12-inch Clark refractor.
Most public evenings feature a crescent moon, star clusters, nebulae, double stars, and…
A docent will point out night sky highlights and upcoming astronomical events. This is followed by a fulldome video presentation.
NASA’s manned space program is focused on establishing a permanent human presence on the moon, our natural satellite. This video short summarizes the plan and its benefits for humanity. The…
SPEAKER: Dr. Tracy Mallette, Postdoc, Paul G. Allen School of Computer Science and Engineering, University of Washington
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Tracy Mallette researches nucleic acid based therapeutics and robust molecular circuits for disease detection. She earned her PhD in Biomedical Engineering from the University of New Mexico where her dissertation research with…
Join Marathon Petroleum for a casual networking event where students can meet and speak with professional Electrical, Mechanical, and Chemical Engineers. Learn about career and internship opportunities at Marathon Petroleum, ask engineers about their experiences, and gain insight into working in the energy industry. Coffee, donuts, and company swag will…
Join professionals from Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) to learn about career paths, internships, and opportunities in engineering, technology, and related fields. Hear directly from industry experts, ask questions about launching your career, and receive personalized feedback on your resume.
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Join Marathon Petroleum engineers for an evening of resume reviews, networking, and career advice. Students can receive feedback on their resumes, connect directly with professional engineers, and learn about career opportunities at Marathon Petroleum. Pizza will be provided, and students are encouraged to bring their resumes.
Speaker: Paul Haithcock, Cloud Administrator, Cyber Range Poulsbo, Western Washington University
Abstract: The Washington State Educational Cyber Range has grown from a university resource into a free, open educational platform serving all public universities and community colleges in Washington, along with expanding K-12 programs. In this talk I will share…
Join us for a special performance in music and spoken word by Dr. Ruth Boden, inspired by Jim Hodges’ monumental bronze sculpture Unearthed (a work in progress).
For this special performance, Boden will use the cello and spoken word to create a musical conversation with Unearthed.
Following the free film screening, there will be a 20-minute panel discussion and 10-minute audience Q&A. Snacks and beverages provided.
Washington State University’s Engineering and Technology Management (ETM) program invites current students, alumni, and prospective students to attend the Fall 2026 WSU ETM Handshake Reception. This event provides an opportunity to engage with ETM faculty and staff, strengthen professional connections, and learn more about the academic and career pathways supported by the program.
Cryopreservation of Biologicals Samples Scaling from Cells to Tissues and Organs: Principles, Challenges, and Emerging Solutions
Presented by Dr. Zhiquan (Andy) Shu, Associate Professor, School of Engineering and Technology, University of Washington Tacoma; Adjunct Associate Professor, Associate Director, Center for Cryo-Biomedical Engineering and Artificial Organs, Department of Mechanical Engineering, University…
Join the Foley Institute in welcoming Sara Sadhwani, associate professor of politics at Pomona College. Sadhwani will discuss how climate-based disasters disproportionately affect Latino and Asian Americans.
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Join us for an insightful discussion that can help every classroom.
Following the free film screening, there will be a 20-minute panel discussion and 10-minute audience Q&A. Snacks and beverages provided.
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Originally from Jasper, Alabama, Matthew Meadows joined the United States Army Band “Pershing’s Own” in April of 2025. He remains in-demand as a soloist, chamber musician and clinician. In recent years, he has earned top prizes in numerous solo competitions. In 2019,…
Title: “From Sensing to Silicon: Building Brain-Inspired Intelligence for Autonomous Drones”
Speaker: Dr. Kaushik Roy Dr. Roy is the Edward G. Tiedemann, Jr. Distinguished Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Purdue University and a leading researcher in low-power VLSI, neuromorphic computing, and AI hardware. An IIT Kharagpur and…
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Mikiah Harper and Collaborative Pianist Elena Panchenko will be giving a recital with songs about love that take place in nature. This performance will open with a duet with fellow Soprano Saint Dumandan and feature works by Vivaldi, Mozart, Schubert, Fauré, and…
In this seminar, Dr. Gary Douberly, Chair and Professor in the Department of Chemistry, will present “Spectroscopy of Molecular Aggregates in Helium Droplets.” The seminar will be hosted by Dr. Ursula Mazur.
A docent will point out night sky highlights and upcoming astronomical events. This is followed by a fulldome video presentation.
Some kinds of light are outside the range of the human eye. With clever instruments, however, astronomers can use radio waves, X-rays, and gamma rays to study some of the…
A docent will point out night sky highlights and upcoming astronomical events. This is followed by a fulldome video presentation.
Some kinds of light are outside the range of the human eye. With clever instruments, however, astronomers can use radio waves, X-rays, and gamma rays to study some of the…
SPEAKER: Dr. Tapajyoti Ghosh, Assistant Professor, WSU Institute of Northwest Energy Futures and the Voiland School of Chemical Engineering and Bioengineering
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Dr. Tapajyoti (TJ) Ghosh is an Assistant Professor in the Voiland School of Chemical Engineering and Bioengineering at Washington State University Tri-Cities and a faculty member of the…
In this seminar, Dr. Kristen Johnson, hosted by Dr. Ursula Mazur, discusses how self-assembly within model cooking-emission films influences atmospheric oxidation. Using spectroscopic and microscopic techniques, the study reveals that organized molecular structures slow chemical aging, alter film morphology, and affect the persistence and evolution of organic aerosol particles.
The annual Power Breakfast networking event hosted by the Carson College of Business will explore how AI is transforming business and higher education. Phyllis J. Campbell Endowed Dean Debbie Compeau will be the keynote speaker.
The…