WSU Tri-Cities

Professional Development Workshop Series presented by English Dept
2019-01-30 13:15 - 14:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | CIC 120, 2710 University Dr, Richland, 99354, United States
1:15 – :2:30 P..m.
Professionalism and Workplace Expectations: Professional Development Workshop Series for Junior and Seniors presented by English Dept.
The workshop will have a panel of local professionals will discuss how to be a professional in an office environment, including office etiquette and workplace expectations.
Work shops are limited to 10-15 participants. Students who attend this workshop will have first priority to attend other workshops in the series.
Registration is required, to register, email Vanessa Cozza@wsu.edu.

MME Seminar Series - Vortex-Breakdown and Wall-Separation States in Swirling Flows in Finite-Length Pipes
2019-02-22 12:10 - 13:00 | BSEL 102
Abstract
The dynamics of inviscid-limit, incompressible and axisymmetric swirling flows in finite-length, long circular pipes
with varying geometries is studied through global analysis techniques and numerical simulations. The inlet flow is
described by fixed-in-time profiles of the circumferential and axial velocity together with a fixed azimuthal vorticity,
while the outlet flow is characterized by a state with zero radial velocity. A numerical algorithm based on the upwind
finite-difference method for the evolution of the circulation and azimuthal vorticity together with a Poisson solver for
the solution of the stream function in terms of the azimuthal vorticity is developed. The convergence of computed
results with mesh refinement is demonstrated. Moreover, a mathematical analysis that is based on the Squire-Long
equation (SLE) is formulated to identify steady-state solutions of the problem with special conditions to describe
states with separation zones. These solutions include the base columnar flow state, a decelerated flow along the
centerline, an accelerated flow along the centerline, a vortex-breakdown state and a wall-separation state. The
problem is then reduced to the columnar (axially independent) SLE, with centerline and wall conditions for the
solution of the outlet flow stream function. The numerical simulations realize the various flow states and show
correlation between time-asymptotic states and steady states predicted according to the SLE and the columnar
SLE problems. The simulations also shed light on the stability of the various steady states. Results show that pipe
divergence promotes the appearance of breakdown states at lower inlet swirl levels while pipe contraction delays
the appearance of vortex breakdown to higher swirl levels and promotes formation of wall-separation states. The
influence of various inlet swirling flow profiles on the manifold of steady states in a straight, finite-length pipe and
on flow dynamics is also investigated. Depending on the inlet profiles, flows may first exhibit vortex breakdown while
others wall-separation states.
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MME Seminar Series: The Dynamics and Thermodynamics of Gas Dynamic Shock Waves
2019-03-01 12:10 - 13:00 | BSEL 102
This seminar presents a computational investigation of shock-wave structures through a novel
implicit high-order Galerkin finite element Runge–Kutta algorithm. The algorithm induces no spatial
discretization artificial diffusion, relies on cubic and higher-degree elements for an accurate resolution
of the steep shock gradients, uses an implicit time integration for swift convergence to steady states,
and employs original Neumann-type outlet boundary conditions in the form of generalized Rankine
Hugoniot conditions on normal stress and balance of heat flux and deviatoric-stress work per unit time.
Through an innovative approach, the formulation also calculates the shock extent, which is an additional
unknown, and employs the single non dimensional (0, 1) computational domain for the determination
of any shock structure. The algorithm rapidly generates steady shock structures, in at most 150 time
steps for any upstream Mach number considered in this study, in the range 1.05 < M < 10.0. The finite
element discretization is shown to be asymptotically convergent under progressive grid refinements, in
respect of both the H0 and H1 error norms, with an H0 accuracy order as high as 6 and reduction of the
discretization error to the round-off-error threshold of 1 x10-9 with just 420 computational cells and
5th-degree elements. For any upstream Mach number, the computational results are shown to satisfy the
Rankine–Hugoniot conditions, an established requirement for solution reliability.
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National TRIO Day
2019-03-06 11:00 - 14:00 | Floyd Atrium, 2710 University Dr, Richland, WA, 99354, United States
In honor of National TRIO Day, TRIO Student Support Services is hosting a celebration event next Wednesday March 6, 2019. Leading up to and at the event we will be collecting non-perishable food items to donate to the WSUTC Cougar Cupboard. In addition, our students have been signing up for local volunteer opportunities such as tutoring support at the Family Learning Center, providing workshops at the Kids Engineering Day at Jeffereson Elementary, and offering mentorship for the Dream It, Be It conference.

Overview of National TRIO Day:

On February 24, 1986, a congressional resolution (H. Con. Res. 278) declared that Saturday, February 28, 1986, should be designated as “National TRIO Day” to commemorate the annual achievements of the Federal TRIO programs in communities across the country.
Every year since then, our community has reserved the fourth Saturday in February as National TRIO Day — an opportunity to focus the nation’s “attention on the needs of disadvantaged young people and adults aspiring to improve their lives if they are to become contributing citizens of the country, and to the talent which will be wasted if that investment is not made.”
For many programs, National TRIO Day has become a tradition as it allows students who benefit from the TRIO programs and to give back to their local communities through acts of service.

Please join us next week, and bring a non-perishable food item, in the Atrium beginning at 11:00 am as TRIO Student Support Services celebrates National TRIO Day. There will be guest speakers from PNNL, activities hosted by our students, and light appetizers.

Picture Books and Social Justice-Diversity Lecture
2019-03-07 16:00 - 18:00 | Floyd 243, 2710 University Dr, Richland, 99354, United States
Join award-winning author and illustrator Duncan Tonatiuh on March 7, 4-5 p.m., to see his livestreamed presentation, “Picture Books and Social Justice.” Tonatiuh will share some of his children’s books and talk about the role children’s literature can play in teaching our youth about social justice issues like immigration. The presentation is great for teachers, social workers, parents, and anyone working in youth programming.

This event will also be available via Global Campus, https://connections.wsu.edu/events-calendar/picture-books-and-social-justice/

Academic Excellence Reception
2019-04-04 16:00 - 17:30 | CIC 120, 2710 University Dr, Richland, 99354, United States
The Office of Academic Affairs, along with Chancellor Haynes, will be hosting the Academic Excellence Reception to recognize students who have received academic excellence. This event will be held in conjunction with the Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society’s annual induction ceremony. Please mark your calendars to attend these events onThursday, April 4th from 4-5:30 PM in CIC 120. Desserts and coffee will be served.

Creative Writing Workshop
2019-04-09 16:30 - 19:30 | CIC Writing Center, WA, United States
The Writing Center, The WSUTC English Club, and the English Department/College of Arts & Sciences are hosting a two-part creative writing event during the month of April, in recognition of National Poetry Month.
On April 9th, the Writing Center will host a creative writing workshop, to which students can bring their creative work for feedback regarding revision and delivery.
An open mic event will follow on April 17th, at which students can share their creative work–whether that is poetry, short stories, nonfiction, excerpts from novels or screenplays, or self-written songs.
Presenter Registration is open to all students, faculty, and staff.
Registration will be available via Qualtrics:https://wsu.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_eL18VRJYgMwyhPT
Presenter Registration Deadline: April 5
For questions regarding the workshop, please contact:
Ashley Benson, ashley.benson@wsu.edu, 372-7342
For questions regarding the Open Mic Night, please contact:
Patty Wilde, patty.wilde@wsu.edu, 372-7032

Update on design of WSU Tri-Cities academic building
2019-04-19 12:00 - 13:00 | SUB 120S, 2710 University Dr, Richland, WA, 99354, United States
Learn about the recent developments in the design of the proposed WSU Tri-Cities academic building from ZGF Architects and Hoffman Construction.

Friday, April 19
Noon – 1 p.m. in SUB 120S

Free pizza will be served

Workshop on new Center for Inclusion and Student Success
2019-04-24 12:00 - 14:00 | Floyd 140, 2710 University Dr, Richland, WA, 99354, United States
Regional community members, students, faculty and staff are invited to participate in a feedback session and workshop to identify goals for a new Washington State University Tri-Cities Center for Inclusion and Student Success from noon – 2 p.m. Wednesday, April 24, in Floyd 140.
During the whole event, individuals can drop by to share their thoughts on what inclusion means to them, what they want in an inclusion center, how they want the center to look and function, as well as what resources would allow for the greatest success for students and others who use the center.
At 1 p.m., WSU Tri-Cities Chancellor Sandra Haynes will provide a short presentation, which will be followed by remarks by Mary Jo Gonzales, WSU Vice President of Student Affairs, as well as student leaders with the Associated Students of WSU Tri-Cities.
Lunch will be provided from noon-2:00 p.m. as part of the event.

La Raza Graduation
2019-04-24 17:00 - 20:00 | Rotary Stage, 2710 Crimson Way, Richland, 99352
The Dreamers Club in collaboration with M.E.Ch.A, Wine Society, and Cielo de Mexico will be hosting the third La Raza graduation to honor our graduating students. La Raza graduation is a multicultural celebration for our graduating students and family members to celebrate academic achievements. Each student will be awarded a multicultural sarape (stole). Check-in begins at 5pm with the program beginning at 6pm.

Evening of Excellence
2019-04-26 18:00 - 20:00 | SUB, 2710 University Dr, Richland, WA, 99354, United States
You’re Invited!

Evening of Excellence 2019!

April 26, 2019 | Student Union Building | 6pm – 8pm

We are excited to recognize the work of our student leaders during our annual recognition banquet.
Please RSVP HERE to enjoy a delicious FREE meal and help congratulate the work of our students.
Space is limited. Deadline to RSVP is Friday, April 19, 2019.
The Evening of Excellence: Annual Student Leadership Awards is free to all attendees and up to one guest.
Our banquet will be held in the Student Union Building on April 26th at 6:00pm.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Ian at ian.jamieson@wsu.edu.

Running Start Orientation
2019-08-07 08:00 - 12:00, 2019-08-07 13:00 - 16:00 | CIC Auditorium, 2710 University Dr, Richland, WA, 99354, United States
Running Start Orientation will include; faculty & delegate panel, powerpoint presentations, a few self-help workshops, and end with a tour

TRIO Academic Success Bootcamp (for TRIO students only)
2019-08-13 - 2019-08-14 | WSU Tri-Cities, 2710 Crimson Way, Richland, WA, 99354, United States
Check with the TRIO office for dates and times

First day of classes for the fall semester
2019-08-19 | WSU Tri-Cities, 2710 Crimson Way, Richland, WA, 99354, United States

Week of Welcome Social Media Scavenger Hunt
2019-08-19 - 2019-08-23 | WSU Tri-Cities, 2710 Crimson Way, Richland, WA, 99354, United States
Follow the WSU Tri-Cities Instagram account (@wsutricities) for clues regarding student resources that will lead you to free SWAG.

First five students at each location will get WSU promotional items. Clues to be posted throughout the day every day from Aug. 19-23.

Student Life and SUB Coffee Shop Tabling
2019-08-19 11:00 - 13:00 | Main entrance to the Floyd Building by the flag pole, 2710 University Dr, Richland, WA, 99354, United States

Den fitness class
2019-08-19 15:00 - 16:00, 2019-08-20 09:00 - 10:00, 2019-08-21 15:00 - 16:00, 2019-08-22 09:00 - 10:00, 2019-08-23 15:00 - 16:00, 2019-08-26 15:00 - 16:00, 2019-08-27 10:00 - 23:00, 2019-08-28 15:00 - 16:00 | The Den

Yoga
2019-08-19 17:30 - 18:30 | SUB 120S, 2710 University Dr, Richland, WA, 99354, United States

Involvement Fair and BBQ
2019-08-21 11:00 - 13:00 | SUB, 2710 University Dr, Richland, WA, 99354, United States

Bru Bag (intramural sport - no experience necessary)
2019-08-21 15:00 - 17:00 | Campus Volleyball Court, 2710 University Dr, Richland, WA, 99354, United States

Zumba
2019-08-21 17:00 - 18:30 | SUB 120S, 2710 University Dr, Richland, WA, 99354, United States

Lattes with Leadership (ASWSUTC)
2019-08-22 16:30 - 17:30 | SUB lounge, WA, United States
