WSU Tri-Cities

Community Classroom | Cultivating the Prison-to-College Pipeline: A conversation with Noel Vest on addiction recovery, post-secondary education and prison reentry
2021-02-10 16:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Online, WA, 99354, United States
Noel Vest, a formerly incarcerated scholar and WSU Tri-Cities alumnus, will discuss principles and strategies for building a pathway out of incarceration and into higher education with moderator Anna Plemons, WSU Tri-Cities assistant vice chancellor of academic affairs. Drawing on his expertise as a post-doctoral research fellow in the Systems Neuroscience and Pain Lab at Stanford, Vest will speak to the ways addiction and recovery impact reentry.
Speaker:
Dr. Noel Vest Dr.

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WSU Veteran & Military-Affiliated Students’ Symposium: The Power of a Veteran Ready College
2021-03-23 09:00 - 18:30 | Zoom, WA, United States
Tuesday, March 23
Sessions available 9:00 a.m.–6:30 p.m.
Hosted via Zoom | All WSU faculty, staff and students are welcome to attend

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AGENDA

9:00–10:00 a.m. Opening Session and Symposium Kickoff

Welcome and updates regarding WSU Veteran & Military-Affiliated student support.
(Speakers in order of appearance)

Jaime Nolan, Associate Vice President, Division of Student Affairs
Kirk Schulz, WSU President
Chris Mann, WSU Student Veterans Committee President
Matt Beer, Military Affairs Manager, Office of Graduate Programs
Jeff Willadsen, Public Relations and Communications Coordinator, Global Campus
Penny Martinez, Student Services Coordinator and Veterans Certifying Official
Michaela Loveridge, Student Services Coordinator and Veterans Certifying Official
Michael Highfill, Executive Director, Office of Academic Engagement

11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Student Panel Discussion

Raising awareness of challenges faced by WSU Veteran & Military-Affiliated students.

1:00–2:00 p.m. Workshop for Faculty and Staff

Training facilitated by special guest Derek Abbey, CEO of Project Recover.

Break for State of the University Address | 3:00–4:15 p.m.

4:30–5:30 p.m. Roundtable for WSU Veteran & Military-Affiliated Students

Discussion to address resources, misconceptions, and roadblocks related to physical and mental health.
Facilitated by

Joel Schwartzkopf, Executive Director, Cougar Health Services
Davi Kallman, Student Services Advisor, Access Center
Eliseo “Joe” Dumlao (MSW), Spokane Vet Center, EMDR Therapist, Spokane Vet Center
Walter Scott, Professor, WSU Department of Psychology

6:00–6:30 p.m. Keynote Address

Abby Kinch, Vice President of Programs and Services, Student Veterans of America.

Community Classroom | The Role of the Community in Disrupting the School-to-Prison Pipeline
2021-03-25 16:00 - 17:00 | Online, WA, 99354, United States
This panel will discuss the role of the community and schools, in particular, in reducing the number of individuals entering the prison system. Speaking from respective areas of expertise, the moderated panel will discuss the possibilities and challenges of this work, as well as share ideas about how communities can come together to support members most vulnerable to incarceration.
Speakers:
Dr. Ericka Walters
Dr. Ericka Walters holds a doctorate in education. She has served as a dedicated educator, advocate and scholar in K-12 and higher education for more than 20 years. She is the founder and CEO of Launching Legacies, a faith-based non-profit that helps individuals and families set and achieve goals and make significant life changes using positive psychology. This work now extends into the classroom through Dr. Walters’ work with transitional-aged youth (ages 16-25).

Harry B. Grant Jr.
Harry Grant, Jr., is a registered drug and alcohol counselor. Since his incarceration, he has devoted his time to public sector and private, faith-based interventions with the intention of “being of service to God and man.” Grant has experience with credit bearing and non-credit bearing prison education, and has nearly completed his associates degree in Social Sciences. He is also a graduate of The Urban Ministry Institute (TUMI), where he completed his seminary training in christian leadership. He aims to complete a master of arts degree in theology and ministry from Fuller Seminary.

Emmanuel “Manny” Garcia
Emmanuel “Manny” Garcia is a middle/high school counselor for the Soap Lake School District in Soap Lake, Washington. Over the past six years, he has been called upon by educators, high schools, community agencies, universities, community colleges, and religious organizations to facilitate discussions that motivate students all across the region, and more specifically to encourage and inspire students in support of their career aspirations and academic interests. He is an alumnus of Big Bend Community College, Washington State University Tri-Cities, and the TRiO Student Support Services program. He is currently earning a master’s of sciences at Gonzaga University and Capella University. In addition to serving his community as a school counselor, he is also the project consultant/assistant program manager for Building The Bridges East – a mentorship program for at-risk youth (ages 12-18), whose organizational mission is to reduce youth crime and violence in Washington state.

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State of the Campus - Chancellor Sandra Haynes
2021-04-07 15:00 - 16:00 | WSU Tri-Cities, 2710 Crimson Way, Richland, WA, 99354, United States
Join WSU Tri-Cities Chancellor Sandra Haynes for the State of the Campus Address. Dr. Haynes will provide a comprehensive overview of the status and future of WSU Tri-Cities for the regional campus community.
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MME Seminar Series | Additive Manufacturing of Functional Polymer Composites
2021-04-09 12:10 - 13:00 | Zoom, WA, United States
Additive Manufacturing of Functional Polymer Composites
School of Mechanical and Materials Engineering seminar series
Friday, April 9
12:10 a.m. – 1 p.m. via Zoom
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Functional polymer composites are a highly demanded class of materials with enormous applications in electronics, aerospace and defense, transportation, and energy segments. They offer unique combinations of characteristics, including high specific mechanical properties, tunable conductivity, permittivity, piezoresistivity, etc., that are unachievable, otherwise.This talk is devoted to the additive manufacturing (3D printing) of polymer composites and nanocomposites.
Amir Ameli is an assistant professor of plastics engineering at the University of Massachusetts Lowell. His research interests encompass material design, process development, and characterization of multifunctional nanocomposites and bio-based polymeric systems. Prior to joining UMass Lowell, he served as an assistant professor of mechanical and materials engineering at WSU from 2015-2019.

CougsGive Day
2021-04-14 | Online, WA, United States
Please join us in a celebration of philanthropy, impact, and student success during #CougsGive, WSU’s annual day of giving.
Since 2015, generous WSU donors have given more than $1.8 million during #CougsGive. That same spirit has been on full display over the past year as WSU students, alumni, families, faculty, and staff have worked together to overcome adversity and support their peers and communities.
Please sign up today to be a Cougar Ambassador to help share why you give to WSU, what Cougs Help Cougs means to you, or just why you care about Washington State University!

Community Classroom | An Inside Look at Washington State Prison Rehabilitative Programs and the Role of Community Advocacy in Program Success
2021-04-21 16:00 - 17:00 | Online, WA, 99354, United States
Join this panel discussion on the affordances of rehabilitative programs for incarcerated people. Each panelist will present on programs they oversaw or currently work with, as well as the role of the community in advocating for and providing resources and opportunities within local and state facilities.

Speakers:
Secretary Stephen Sinclair, Secretary of the Washington State Department of Corrections

Robert Jackson, Associate Superintendent of the Washington State Penitentiary

Carol Hinds, Family Advocate

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Virtual Etiquette Dinner
2021-04-22 17:00 - 18:00 | ZOOM, WA, United States
Join us for the 2021 Virtual Etiquette Dinner! Learn how to prepare for a professional dining experience from our past 2003 ASWSU President Jesse Aspuria. Jesse, a Senior Account Executive with Marriott, has over 15 years of experience to share with you during this interactive virtual event.
The Etiquette Dinner will boost your confidence and give you a competitive edge as you navigate the professional world of virtual networking.
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WSU Tri-Cities COVID-19 vaccine clinics
2021-08-18 10:00 - 15:00 | CIC Parking Lot, WA, United States
WSU Tri-Cities will host a series of COVID-19 vaccination clinics on campus beginning Aug. 18 and continuing every Wednesday through the end of September.
Every Wednesday through end of September
10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Mobile medical unit in CIC parking lot
* Aug. 18 date will run from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
The Tri-Cities Hispanic Chamber of Commerce will provide $50 gift cards for the first 50 people who get vaccinated.

COVID-19 vaccines are highly effective
COVID-19 vaccines remain highly effective at preventing severe disease, and breakthrough infections for COVID-19 vaccinated individuals remain uncommon. Local data indicates that more than 90% of new COVID-19 infections are among unvaccinated people. We encourage you to talk to your health care provider about your best options.

Welcome [Back] Open House for WSU Tri-Cities Students
2021-08-18 13:00 - 15:00 | Floyd Building Entrance, 2710 Crimson Way, richland, WA, 99354, United States
We know many of you haven’t been on campus for at least a year and a half, and some haven’t set foot on campus at all. As such, we’re hosting a Welcome [Back] Open House for all WSU Tri-Cities students!
Wednesday, Aug. 18
1 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Floyd Building entrance
Join us on campus and enjoy the following:

20 percent off at The Bookie student bookstore
Visit with:

Academic Advising
Financial Aid
Access Services
And more!

Campus tour with ASWSUTC to learn about new things on campus
Get your Cougar Card (student ID)

WOW | Engagement Fair BBQ
2021-08-24 11:00 - 14:00 | SUB, 2710 University Dr, Richland, WA, 99354, United States
Learn about all the clubs & organizations that WSU Tri-Cities has to offer! This event is open to Students, Faculty and Staff. Bring your Cougar Card to get food and Coug swag.

National College Colors Day
2021-09-03 | WSU Tri-Cities, 2710 Crimson Way, Richland, WA, 99354, United States
National College Colors Day is an annual celebration dedicated to promoting the traditions and spirit that make the college experience great by encouraging people across America to wear apparel of their favorite college or university throughout the day. The College Licensing Company founded College Colors Day in 2004. It is traditionally the Friday before Labor Day.
Wear your college colors; share your stories. Use #CollegeColorsDay to post on social media and spread the word.
Friday, September 3, 2021 is the day! Visit collegecolorsday.com to win prizes and support your team.

The Holocaust, Neo-Nazism, and White Supremacy | Panel Presentation
2021-10-07 16:15 - 17:45 | ZOOM, WA, United States
Panelists Kristine Hoover, C. Richard King and Rebecca Erbelding will discuss White supremacist organizations and Nazi movements in the United States generally, and in the Pacific Northwest, in particular. The panelists will explore the development of white supremacist organizations at different times in American history, their relationship to each other and to international Nazi movements. In addition, the panelists will discuss the connection between these organizations and versions of white supremacy in today’s America.
Hosted by WSU Tri-Cities College of Arts & Sciences in collaboration with the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum and WSU Center for Arts and Humanities. Register for Event
Speakers
C. Richard King
Professor and Chair of Humanities, History, and Social Sciences
Columbia College Chicago
C. Richard King is a professor and chair of Humanities, History and Social Sciences at Columbia College Chicago. His research concentrates on the racial politics of culture. He is particularly interested in uses and understandings of Indianness, white supremacist movements and ideologies, and the forms of memory, representation, identity, and power animating race relations. He is the author/editor of several books, including Team Spirits: The Native American Mascot Controversy (a CHOICE 2001 Outstanding Academic Title), Beyond Hate: White Power and Popular Culture, and most recently Redskins: Insult and Brand. Dr. Kristine F. Hoover
Associate Professor in the Master of Arts in Organizational Leadership program and Director of the Institute of Hate Studies
Gonzaga University
Dr. Kristine F. Hoover is a Professor at Gonzaga University in the Master of Arts in Organizational Leadership and director of the Gonzaga Institute of Hate Studies. The Institute bridges the academy with community engagement, through research, teaching and partnerships with students, staff, faculty, and community members. She is a former Chair of the Washington Legislative Ethics Board and former Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) trainer. Dr. Hoover is concerned with questions regarding how organizations and communities shape inclusion and cultures of dignity. Her most recent book publication is Countering Hate: Leadership Cases of Non-Violent Action. Rebecca Erbelding
Historian, Education Initiatives
William Levine Family Institute for Holocaust Education
United States Holocaust Memorial Museum
Rebecca Erbelding has been a historian, curator, and archivist at the US Holocaust Memorial Museum for the past eighteen years and served as the lead historian on the Museum’s special exhibition, Americans and the Holocaust. She holds a PhD in American history from George Mason University. Her first book, Rescue Board: The Untold Story of America’s Efforts to Save the Jews of Europe (Doubleday, 2018), won the National Jewish Book Award for excellence in writing based on archival research. Robert Bauman
Academic Director, History Professor
Washington State University Tri-Cities
Professor Bauman is an award-winning historian whose research interests are in 20th Century U.S. History, social policy, religion and race in the American West. He is the author of a number of articles and book chapters and two books, Race and the War on Poverty: From Watts to East LA, published by the University of Oklahoma Press in 2008, and Fighting to Preserve a Nation’s Soul: America’s Ecumenical War on Poverty, published by the University of Georgia Press in 2019. He also is co-editor, with Robert Franklin, and co-author of Nowhere to Remember: Hanford, White Bluffs and Richland to 1943, published by WSU Press in 2018, and of a yet untitled forthcoming volume on Race and Diversity in the Hanford region. His article, “Jim Crow in the Tri-Cities, 1943-1950” won the Charles Gates Award for the best article published in the Pacific Northwest Quarterly in 2005.

Student Engagement Hub
2021-11-02 08:00 - 20:00 | CIC 120, WA, United States
The Student Engagement HUB is to give students and the Tri-Cities community access to in-person voter registration, provide voter registration materials, and ballots for the 2021 Election. This HUB is strictly non-partisan. 10presence points

Academic Program Info Night - Psychology, Pre-Health and Nursing
2021-11-02 18:00 - 19:30 | Collaboration Hall, WA, United States
Explore your passions and start developing a vision for your future. Meet faculty and students from the programs that interest you most. Learn about the application process and next steps.
All info nights take place from 6 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. in Collaboration Hall
Attend as many as you like
Free and open to all

Tuesday, Nov. 2
Health—Psychology, Pre-health and Nursing
If you have a passion for helping others and solving problems, a career in the health sector may be a good match.
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Thursday, Nov. 4
Business
Get the theoretical knowledge and applied skills you need to put your business degree to work. WSU’s business programs are ranked among the top in the country.
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Wednesday, Nov. 10
Liberal Arts
Engage with broad ideas and big questions, and get the critical thinking and communication skills you need to prepare you for the opportunities and challenges of our diverse community and world.
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Tuesday, Nov. 16
Education
Prepare for a career in teaching, educational administration and other professions in the field of education.
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Tuesday, Nov. 30
Sciences (including Wine Science)
From science labs to internships and practicums, you’ll get hands-on, real-world learning opportunities that lead to great jobs.
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Thursday, Dec. 2
Engineering and Computer Science
Do you have a knack for math, are interested in tech and have a fascination with how things are built and work? Engineering and computer science could be a great fit. The Tri-Cities is a top destination for careers in engineering and computer science.
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COVID-19 and Mental Health | An Invisible Disability
2021-11-04 16:00 - 17:30 | East Auditorium at WSU Tri-Cities, 2710 Crimson Way, Richland, WA, 99354, United States
Join WSU Tri-Cities for a students and staff panel facilitated by a WSU faculty member as we discuss the intersections and impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, mental health, and disabilities. You will hear personal experiences, as well as many of the WSU Tri-Cities support services being offered for students through this time. We will also hear from a representative from Lourdes Crisis Center — a local crisis services community support resource.
This event is presented by Access Services, Counseling Services, and the MOSAIC Center for Student Inclusion.
This event is taking place in-person and online through Zoom. Register for event

Academic Program Info Night - Business
2021-11-04 18:00 - 19:30 | Collaboration Hall, WA, United States

Academic Program Info Night - Liberal Arts
2021-11-10 18:00 - 19:30 | Collaboration Hall, WA, United States

Academic Program Info Night - Education
2021-11-16 18:00 - 19:30 | Collaboration Hall, WA, United States

WSU Tri-Cities Preview Day
2021-11-20 09:00 - 13:00 | WSU Tri-Cities, 2710 Crimson Way, Richland, WA, 99354, United States
WSU Tri-Cities’ Preview Day is a fantastic way to see campus, learn more about academic degree programs offered, get a feel for student life and learn more about student resources.
As part of Preview Day, students receive tours of campus, meet with faculty and staff, learn more about the admissions process and more.
Individuals who attend also receive FREE WSU GIVEAWAYS!
Preview Day
Saturday, Nov. 20
9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Student Union Building | WSU Tri-Cities
Sign-up to attend: https://bit.ly/3n6kZmo
There is no cost to attend. Your family and friends are welcome to join you!

Academic Program Info Night - Sciences (including wine science)
2021-11-30 18:00 - 19:30 | Collaboration Hall, WA, United States

Academic Program Info Night - Engineering and Computer Science
2021-12-02 18:00 - 19:30 | Collaboration Hall, WA, United States

Sciences Internship & Research Information Session
2021-12-06 16:10 - 17:00 | Collaboration Hall 102/202, WA, United States
This event is an opportunity for students in environmental science, biology, viticulture and enology, mathematics or undecided majors and minors to learn more about the internship and research opportunities.
Registration is not required to attend event, but to receive Coug Presence Points you must register before December 3.
Snacks and bottled water will be provided. REGISTER FOR COUG PRESENCE POINTS

Coffee with the Chancellor
2022-01-10 09:00 - 09:30 | SUB Coffee Shop, WA, United States
Have coffee with the Chancellor!
Meet the Chancellor, ask questions and get a free drink voucher!

Coffee with Chancellor Sandra Haynes - Student Edition
2022-08-22 12:00 - 13:00 | SUB Coffee Shop, WA, United States
Meet with Dr. Sandra Haynes over coffee to chat about your student experience! Tell the Chancellor how your first day of classes is going and receive a free drink voucher for the SUB Coffee Shop & Lounge. Open to WSU Tri-Cities students.

College of Education Info Session
2022-09-15 16:00 - 17:00 | ZOOM, WA, United States
Learn about education programs at WSU Tri-Cities:

Teacher Certificate Programs

B.A. in Elementary Education (Traditional Route and Alternative Route)

Master in Teaching (Elementary Education and Secondary Education)

Master’s and Ed.D. in Educational Leadership
Principal Certification and Program Administrator Certification

Gain insight into the application process and next steps. Access Info Session

Fall 2022 Career & Internship Fair
2022-10-13 11:00 - 15:00 | Consolidated Information Center at WSU Tri-Cities, 2770 Crimson Way, Richland, WA, 99354, United States
Washington State University Tri-Cities, Columbia Basin College and Washington Workforce Portal have partnered to provide employers with an opportunity to meet with students, alumni and community members from the greater Tri-Cities area. Attend to find your internship opportunity or future job!
If you have any questions or need assistance, please email tricities.careers@wsu.edu. Registration is required to attend this event.
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Employers

Connect and inform attendees of your company's history and job opportunities.

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Students

Students have the opportunity to learn about companies and make face-to-face connections with employers.

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Community members or alumni

Meet employers and find your dream job.

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State of the Campus
2023-02-15 15:00 - 16:00 | Collaboration Hall, WA, United States
Join Chancellor Sandra Haynes for the spring 2023 State of the Campus address. Hear about campus highlights, challenges facing universities, and exciting opportunities for our future.
Wednesday, Feb. 15 at 3 p.m.
Collaboration Hall Grand Staircase & via Zoom
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Annual Employee Awards Ceremony
2023-05-03 15:00 - 16:00 | Collaboration Hall, WA, United States
Each year, time is set aside to celebrate and honor our distinguished faculty and staff. In 2020, WSU Tri-Cities established campus awards to be given annually to honor those who epitomize the highest levels of excellence in the pursuit of the university’s mission and goals.
This year’s celebration will honor faculty and staff in these categories:

Distinguished Teaching Award
Distinguished Research Excellence Award
Outstanding Adjunct Business Faculty Award
Outstanding Adjunct STEM Faculty Award
Chancellor’s Distinguished Employee Excellence Award
In addition, we will recognize tenures and promotions.

Light refreshments will be provided.

Fall 2023 Career & Internship Fair
2023-10-17 11:00 - 15:00 | WSU Tri-Cities, 2710 Crimson Way, Richland, WA, 99354, United States
Searching for your dream job? Come meet employers looking for enthusiastic candidates interested in starting, changing or expanding their careers.
Resume writing and interview tips will be provided by WorkSource.
If you have any questions or need assistance, please email tricities.careers@wsu.edu. Registration is required to attend this event.
Registration Information

Employers

Connect and inform attendees of your company's history and job opportunities.

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Students

Students have the opportunity to learn about companies and make face-to-face connections with employers.

Register

Community members or alumni

Meet employers and find your dream job.

Register

Employers attending the WSU Tri-Cities Career Fair include…

AgWest Farm Credit
Amentum
ANR Group Inc
ATI
AVANGRID
Barghausen Consulting Engineers, Inc.
Bechtel
Benton Franklin Head Start
Central Plateau Cleanup Company
Century 21 Tri-Cities
City of Richland
City of Walla Walla
Comprehensive Healthcare
Energy Northwest – Public Power Internship Program
Enterprise Holdings
Granite Construction
Hanford Mission Integration Solutions

HDR, Inc. – Power, Water, Transportation
HiLine Engineering & Fabrication, Inc.
Keller Associaties, Inc.
NewEdge, Inc.
Planned Parenthood of Greater Washington and North Idaho
Prestige Care/Prestige Senior Living
Providence
Richland School District 400
Ryder System, Inc.
Sherwin-Williams
Tapani, Inc.
The McGregor Company
Tri-Cities Community Health
Washington River Protection Solutions (WRPS)
Washington State Department of Corrections
Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic
