Headshots for faculty and staff
2021-08-20 10:00 - 11:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Floyd Patio, WA, United States
Open session for faculty, staff and student employees who want or need a new picture taken.

RFO Forum with Chancellor Haynes
2021-09-30 11:00 - 12:00 | Zoom, WA, United States
This is an RFO Forum where we will talk with the Chancellor. Zoom link

RFO General Assembly - Fall 2021
2021-10-15 15:00 - 16:00 | Zoom, WA, United States
This is a general assembly of the RFO for the fall 2021 semester. Zoom link

RFO Forum with Vice Chancellor of Academic and Student Affairs
2021-11-19 10:00 - 11:00 | Zoom, WA, United States
A meeting of the RFO to talk with the Vice Chancellor of Academic and Student Affairs and the Assistant Vice Chancellor of Academic and Student Affairs. Zoom link

RFO Forum with Vice Chancellor for Research
2021-12-01 15:00 - 16:00 | Zoom, WA, United States
This is an RFO Forum where we will discuss research with the Vice Chancellor for Research Christine Portfors. Zoom link

Hands-Only CPR Class (Faculty and Staff)
2021-12-20 11:00 - 14:00 | TCOL 102, WA, United States
Richland Fire and Emergency services will provide “Hands-only” CPR training in support of their “Heart Safe Richland” campaign, aimed at reducing the number of cardiac arrest-related deaths in the Tri-Cities area. This course by RFD offers a good alternative for those who cannot attend the full first aid/CPR/AED course. Training sessions will take 30-60 minutes, depending on the number of participants. All faculty and staff are encouraged to attend if possible. Four dates are currently scheduled: December 20 & 21 and January 3 & 4. Sessions will be available from 11-12 and 1-2 on each day. Attendees can come to either session. Heart Safe Richland Campaign Register

RFO Forum with Vice Chancellor for Finance and Administration
2022-01-20 11:00 - 12:00 | Zoom, WA, United States
Meeting for RFO members to talk with Damien Sinnott, Interim Vice Chancellor for Finance and Administration. Zoom link

ACE Learner Success Lab - Faculty Session #1
2022-01-20 15:00 - 15:45 | Zoom, WA, United States
WSU Tri-Cities is pleased to be included in the second cohort of ACE’s Learner Success Lab. By joining the Learner Success Lab, we have committed to a structured and strategic planning process that will help us address critical institutional priorities. Over the next year-and-half, we will call on various campus constituencies to contribute to this work. Faculty Session #1
Thursday, Jan. 20 | 3 – 3:45 p.m. | Zoom

ACE Learner Success Lab - Staff Session
2022-01-21 13:00 - 13:45 | Zoom, WA, United States
WSU Tri-Cities is pleased to be included in the second cohort of ACE’s Learner Success Lab. By joining the Learner Success Lab, we have committed to a structured and strategic planning process that will help us address critical institutional priorities. Over the next year-and-half, we will call on various campus constituencies to contribute to this work. Staff Session
Friday, Jan. 21 | 1 – 1:45 p.m. | Zoom

ACE Learner Success Lab - Faculty Session #2
2022-01-21 15:00 - 15:45 | Zoom, WA, United States
WSU Tri-Cities is pleased to be included in the second cohort of ACE’s Learner Success Lab. By joining the Learner Success Lab, we have committed to a structured and strategic planning process that will help us address critical institutional priorities. Over the next year-and-half, we will call on various campus constituencies to contribute to this work. Faculty Session #2
Friday, Jan. 21 | 3 – 3:45 p.m. | Zoom

RFO Forum with Chancellor Haynes
2022-02-16 15:00 - 16:00 | Zoom, WA, United States
This is a chance for faculty members to talk with Chancellor Haynes and ask questions. Zoom link

RFO General Assembly - Spring 2022
2022-02-25 14:05 - 15:00 | Zoom, WA, United States
This is the general assembly of the RFO for the spring 2022 semester. All RFO members are welcome to attend. Zoom link

RFO Forum with ASWSUTC
2022-03-02 11:05 - 12:00 | Zoom, WA, United States
This is a chance for faculty to talk with student representatives from ASWSUTC. Zoom link

RFO Forum with Director of Development
2022-03-22 16:05 - 17:00 | Zoom, WA, United States
This is a meeting where faculty can have a discussion with Jaime Heppler, the director of development and advancement. Zoom link

Creating a "Yes, And" Culture with Galen Emanuele
2022-04-01 10:00 - 12:00 | East Auditorium, 2710 University Dr, Richland, WA, 99354, United States
Presenter Galen Emanuele transforms the way teams and organizations approach and establish culture, perform together and impact each other at work. He will walk us through his process of skillfully giving and receiving feedback, and share a simple model to establish a “culture of feedback” for increasing trust, growth and accountability. Participation is what’s going to make this workshop the most fun and impactful. All employees are encouraged to participate. Light refreshments will be served. Friday, April 1st
10 a.m. – Noon or 1 p.m. – 3 p.m.
East Auditorium Register by March 30th. Register Here

Research Seminar with Dr. Lori Nelson
2022-04-07 15:00 - 16:00 | WSU Tri-Cities, 2710 Crimson Way, Richland, WA, 99354, United States
Presentation by Dr. Lori Nelson highlighting the research work she is doing on campus. Talk will be given at a general audience level. Thursday, April 7th
3 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Collaboration Hall Grand Staircase Tea and refreshments will be provided.

RFO Forum with Vice Chancellor for Academic and Student Affairs
2022-04-12 15:05 - 16:00 | Zoom, WA, United States
This is a chance for faculty to talk with the Vice Chancellor for Academic and Student Affairs, Kate McAteer. Zoom link

Research Seminar with Dr. Kevin Fiedler
2022-04-21 15:00 - 16:00 | WSU Tri-Cities, 2710 Crimson Way, Richland, WA, 99354, United States
Presentation by Dr. Kevin Fiedler highlighting the research work he is doing on campus. Talk will be given at a general audience level. Thursday, April 21st
3 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Collaboration Hall Grand Staircase Tea and Refreshments provided.

“Language Matters: How to talk about Native Nations”
2022-04-28 13:00 - 14:00 | Zoom, WA, United States
Attend a training to learn about acceptable language, and the wide range of opinions on language and terminology within Indian Country. During breakout sessions and live Q&A sessions, you will learn about:

Native Nations that share geography with Washington State
Native American vs. Indigenous vs. American Indian vs. Alaska Native
Respectfully referring to individual Native people and groups of Native people

Thursday, April 28th
1 p.m.
Online Register here to attend!

Registration Deadline: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Summit 2022
2022-06-01 | Online, WA, United States
WSU Professional Education presents Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Summit 2022.
Admission is free and open to all employees from Washington state agencies, boards and commissions. The website provides additional information about the event. The Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Summit is presented by the State on four Tuesdays in June. REGISTER

Joshua Heyne Faculty Presentation
2022-06-21 11:30 - 12:30 | East Auditorium, 2710 University Dr, Richland, WA, 99354, United States
Joshua Heyne, director of BSEL, co-director of the PNNL/WSU Bioproducts Institute, and associate professor of mechanical engineering in SEAS, will present an overview of his research on pathways to the sustainable consumption of goods and services. Tuesday, June 21
11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
East Auditorium (266) or Zoom

ELEVATE Conference
2022-08-16 07:45 | WSU Tri-Cities, 2710 Crimson Way, Richland, WA, 99354, United States
The conference program features invited presenters from WSU recognized for their reflective and evidence-based teaching practices, interactive sessions designed to foster collaboration, and a dynamic lunch-time workshop featuring Viji Sathy & Kelly Hogan. The all-day, system-wide conference will be held concurrently on all six WSU campuses. Tuesday, August 16th
7:45 a.m.
TCOL 102 Registration is required. Register for the conference Conference Agenda

Teaching Academy Book Club
2022-09-12 12:10 - 13:00 | Zoom, WA, United States
The Teaching Academy book club is now open. This year’s book is “Reach Everyone, Teach Everyone”, by Kirsten Behling & Thomas Tobin. You do not need to be a member of the teaching academy to participate. This is a system-wide book club and will be accessible via zoom. If you need a free copy of this book, please contact Janet Peters, janet.peters@wsu.edu. Part 1: Where We Are Now (pages 19-69) 1. How Universal Design for Learning Got to Higher Education
2. It’s the Law … Except When It Isn’t September 12th | 12:10 – 1 p.m. (Zoom)
September 13th | 12:10 – 1 p.m. (Zoom)

Presentation by NASA Astronaut Kyla Barron
2022-09-14 15:00 | Collaboration Hall, WA, United States
Faculty, staff and students who are interested in learning about STEM careers, especially those related to space exploration, engineering, research and education, will appreciate hearing about Kayla Barron’s process of becoming an astronaut and her time (177 days) aboard the International Space Station. Barron is a Richland native and is returning to share her experiences as a Naval officer aboard nuclear submarines and astronaut. With a bachelor’s degree in systems engineering from Annapolis and a master’s degree in nuclear engineering from the University of Cambridge, Kayla can speak to faculty and students about the importance of STEM careers and being open to opportunities.

Coffee with the Chancellor - Employee Edition
2022-10-10 12:00 - 13:00 | Student Union Building
Meet with Chancellor Sandra Haynes over coffee to chat about your employee experience! Monday, October 10th
Noon – 1 p.m.
SUB Coffee Shop

Publishable Pedagogy
2022-10-11 14:30 - 15:30 | CIC 125T, 2710 University Dr, Richland, 99354, United States
Are your students learning? Are your teaching innovations making a difference? How do you know? Join us as we discuss the options for systematic, intentional ways to answer these questions and address the process of publishing your results. Tuesday, October 11th
2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
CIC 125T

Research Seminar Series Kickoff
2022-10-12 15:10 - 17:30 | Collaboration Hall, WA, United States
Interested in research? Curious about internships in the sciences? Make sure to attend the Research Seminar Series Kickoff! Wednesday, October 12th
3:10 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Collaboration Hall Room 102 at 3:10 p.m. – faculty and student research panel
Grand staircase at 4:25 p.m. – mixer with snacks

RFO Forum with Faculty Senate Leadership
2022-10-21 10:10 - 11:00 | East 212
This is a chance for faculty to meet with Faculty Senate Leadership, Christine Horne and Eric Shelden. Friday, October 21st
10:10 a.m. – 11 a.m.
East 212

RFO General Assembly - Fall 2022
2022-11-02 15:10 - 16:00 | Zoom, WA, United States
Attendees may join the general assembly of the RFO for the Fall 2022 semester via Zoom.

RFO Forum with Chancellor Haynes
2022-11-10 15:00 - 16:00 | East 212
This will be a meeting of the RFO for Chancellor Haynes to discuss topics and answer questions.
