WSU Tri-Cities

WSU Tri-Cities 3 Minute Thesis Contest
2023-03-08 15:00 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | East 212
Three Minute Thesis (3MT®) is a research communication competition for doctoral students. The challenge? Clearly present your doctoral thesis to a non-technical lay audience in 3 minutes or less, using a single static PowerPoint slide.
The first-place winner of the Tri-Cities 3MT competition will receive $500 and go on to compete in the all WSU 3MT finals on March 29 in Pullman.
The top three winners of the WSU finals in Pullman will receive money for travel to a research conference of their choice!
The second-place winner of the Tri-Cities 3MT competition will receive $250. You must register by March 2 at 5 p.m. to compete. Register here Review rules and eligibility criteria

Prosser High School Dual Credit Info Night
2023-03-06 18:00 | Prosser High School, 1203 Prosser Ave, Prosser, WA, 99350, United States
Learn more about the WSU Tri-Cities Running Start program! Through Running Start, high school students can take courses through WSU Tri-Cities at little to no cost to them.

More info about Running Start: tricities.wsu.edu/running-start

Monday, March 6th
6 p.m.
Prosser High School

Workshop: Developing welcoming and transparent assignment
2023-03-02 10:30 - 12:00 | CIC 223, WA, United States
This workshop walks participants through a concrete approach to designing assignments that are transparent and welcoming to all students. This is a simple, but research-based practice for closing equity gaps. Along with assignment design, this session will offer suggestions for in-class activities to do with students to help them succeed on your assignments.
Bring an assignment that you’d like to revise!

University Discussion: Classroom assessment that promotes inclusion
2023-03-01 15:00 - 16:00 | CIC 223, WA, United States

American Red Cross Blood Drive
2023-03-01 10:00 - 15:00 | CIC 120, WA, United States
The American Red Cross will be conducting a blood drive on campus in CIC 120. Students, employees, and community members may attend. During the blood drive, CIC 120 will be considered a medical facility, so masks will be required within the room. Pre-registration is required. Register

Kennewick High School Running Start Info Night
2023-02-27 17:30 | Kennewick High School, 500 S Dayton Street, Kennewick, WA, 99336, United States
Learn more about the WSU Tri-Cities Running Start program! Through Running Start, high school students can take courses through WSU Tri-Cities at little to no cost to them. More info about Running Start: tricities.wsu.edu/running-start Monday, February 27th
5:30 p.m.
Kennewick High School

WSU Tri-Cities Running Start Info Night
2023-02-24 17:30 | Collaboration Hall 102, WA, United States
WSU Tri-Cities is hosting several info nights on campus for those interested in the Running Start program. Through Running Start, high school students can take courses through WSU Tri-Cities at little to no cost to them. More info about Running Start: tricities.wsu.edu/running-start February 24 | 5:30 p.m. Register

Southridge High School Running Start Info Night
2023-02-23 18:00 | Southridge High School, 3520 Southridge Boulevard, Kennewick, WA, 99338, United States
Learn more about the WSU Tri-Cities Running Start program! Through Running Start, high school students can take courses through WSU Tri-Cities at little to no cost to them.

More info about Running Start: tricities.wsu.edu/running-start

Thursday, February 23rd
6 p.m.
Southridge High School

Ki-Be High School Running Start Info Night
2023-02-22 18:00 | Ki-Be High School, WA, United States
Learn more about the WSU Tri-Cities Running Start program! Through Running Start, high school students can take courses through WSU Tri-Cities at little to no cost to them. More info about Running Start: tricities.wsu.edu/running-start Wednesday, February 22nd
6 p.m.
Ki-Be High School

RFO General Assembly - Spring 2023
2023-02-22 15:00 - 16:00 | East 212
This is the spring general assembly of the RFO. All members are welcome to attend in person or virtually.

Wednesday, February 22nd
3 p.m. – 4 p.m.
East 212 or via Zoom

2022 Employee Recognition Reception
2023-02-22 14:30 - 16:00 | East Auditorium, 2710 University Dr, Richland, WA, 99354, United States
Please save the date for the 2022 Employee Recognition Reception honoring WSU faculty and staff who met length-of-service milestones between January-December 2022. Wednesday, February 22nd
2:30 p.m. – 4 p.m.
East Auditorium

Take Care Tuesday
2023-02-21 11:00 - 13:00 | SUB 120N, WA, United States
Take a break from studying and midterms to build your self-care kit. You can decorate your kit and fill it with self-care items such as eye masks, lotion, chapstick, snacks, fuzzy socks and more.

Beginners Meditation Workshop
2023-02-21 11:00 - 12:00 | CIC 120, WA, United States
Come learn about the benefits of meditation just in time to help you de-stress and re-center during midterms. Tea and treats will be provided.

Cookies with Cayenne & Dr. Schulz
2023-02-16 12:30 - 13:30 | SUB, 2710 University Dr, Richland, WA, 99354, United States
Join Dr. Noel Schulz and WSU’s First Corgi, Cayenne, for cookies and conversation in the SUB Lounge.

ChatGPT Follow-Up: How to prepare for and respond to ChatGPT in the classroom
2023-02-16 09:00 - 10:00 | CIC 223, WA, United States
Continue the conversation on ChatGPT in the classroom!

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
Register to attend or submit questions Access Webinar

Hanford High School Running Start Info Night
2023-02-08 18:00 | Zoom, WA, United States
Learn more about the WSU Tri-Cities Running Start program! Through Running Start, high school students can take courses through WSU Tri-Cities at little to no cost to them. More info about Running Start: tricities.wsu.edu/running-start Wednesday, February 8th
6 p.m.
Zoom (provided by Hanford High School)

Climate Justice: Future Plans for Clean Energy in Our Region
2023-02-08 17:30 - 18:30 | East Auditorium, 2710 University Dr, Richland, WA, 99354, United States
Learn about the plans for WSU Tri-Cities Institute for Northwest Energy Futures (INEF) and the future of nuclear and renewable energy generation in our region/state, specifically small modular reactor development. Open to students, faculty, staff, and the community. REGISTER
SPEAKERS
Dr. Sandra Haynes Dr. Sandra Haynes is the 7th Chancellor of Washington State University Tri-Cities and brings more than 20 years of successful, high-level administrative experience, stemming from leadership at both a doctoral granting university with very high research activities (R1) and a regional comprehensive institution offering bachelor’s and master’s degrees. Dr. Haynes holds a faculty appointment as professor in the Department of Psychology. As a first-generation student, she recognizes the transformative power of higher education and its ability to be a true equalizer for individuals, regardless of life circumstance.
Dr. Haynes maintains a clear focus on excellence in academics, exceptional student support, and service to the community and industry, which in–turn enhances diversity, equity, and inclusion. She uses innovative, data–driven strategies to best fulfill the campus’ land-grant mission to serve regional industry needs through excellent education, research, and service. Jason Herbert Jason is the senior director for External Strategy and New Nuclear Development. He advises EN and project partners on external affairs strategy and consults with entities across the country on energy, climate and environmental policy. Jason is co-founder of Clean Future Northwest, co-chair of the Mid-Columbia Energy Initiative Nuclear Energy Subcommittee, and is a member of the Nuclear Innovation Alliance Advisory Committee and Nuclear Matters Steering Committee. Prior to joining EN, Jason spent a decade working in the U.S. House of Representatives, consulting on energy and environmental policy, and advising political campaigns. In Congress, he advised members on numerous policy issues and held several senior staff positions.

Elementary Education Program Application Info Session
2023-02-08 15:00 - 16:00 | Floyd 244, 2710 University Dr, Richland, WA, 99354, United States
Are you a current WSU Tri-Cities student interested in becoming an elementary teacher? Not certified in a major or interested in majoring in elementary education?
WSU Tri-Cities Elementary Education program allows you to graduate with both a Bachelor’s degree and Teaching Certificate! Please join us on Wednesday, February 8th, 2023 in Floyd 244 from 3 p.m. -4 p.m. for an overview of the application process and to answer any related questions you might have!
Questions: Chris Gana, cgana@wsu.edu
Learn more about the Elementary Education program at WSU Tri-Cities here: https://tricities.wsu.edu/education/elementary-education

Learn about the degree application process to become an elementary teacher!

Point to Success Fundraiser
2023-02-04 09:30 - 13:00 | Anthony’s at Columbia Point, 550 Columbia Point Dr., Richland, WA, 99352, United States
Join us Saturday, February 4 for the WSU Tri-Cities Carson College of Business fundraiser, Point to Success. This year’s event will be located at Anthony’s at Columbia Point, with brunch and champagne included in the ticket price. Doors open at 9:30 a.m., opening remarks begin at 10:30 a.m., and the event concludes at 1 p.m.
Proceeds from the Point to Success event will be dedicated entirely to student support and faculty development to improve the Carson College of Business education program.

TICKET PRICES:

(Early Bird Special) $100.00 until midnight on January 25, 2023
(Late registration & at the Door) $125 starting Jan 26 to Feb 4

Purchase Tickets! Live Auction – Wine Grab – Prizes and more!
Example auction items include:

Columbia Gorge Hotel & Spa Package
Canyon Lakes Golf Package
Meadow Springs Golf Package

Seattle Kraken Ticket Package
Hydroplane Superfan Package
Walla Walla VIP Concert Package
Alaska Airline Tickets
Lord of the Swings: Group Golf Program
Gourmet Dinner with WSU’s Executive Chef LJ Klinkenberg
and more!

HOST

Tracci Dial, NBC Right Now anchor. Named the 2020 ATHENA Young Professional of the Year by the Tri-City Regional Chamber of Commerce. She was also named District Communicator of the Year in 2020 by the National Speech and Debate Association. She has also been voted Best Local News anchor in the Tri-City Herald’s People’s Choice Awards several years in a row.

GUEST SPEAKER
Cole Morgan, Tri-Cities Native, Co-Founder & Chief Executive Officer of Snap! Raise.
Winner of the 2018 Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award in the Pacific NW and former Washington State University, NCAA Quarterback.
Snap! Raise is the nation’s largest digital fundraising platform for teams, schools, and youth groups.
Thank you to our sponsors

Hanford Reach: In the Atomic Field Exhibit Opening Reception
2023-02-02 17:00 - 19:00 | CIC Art Center, 2710 Crimson Way, Richland, WA, 99354, United States
Join us for the opening reception on Thursday, February 2nd!
5 p.m. – 7 p.m.
WSU Tri-Cities Art Center A multidisciplinary media installation that reflects the paradoxical histories of Hanford nuclear site, and the complexity of individual and collective memory. The exhibition includes work by Glenna Cole Allee and invited collaborators Michael Paulus, videography, and Jon Leidecker, sound design, and an animation with Gregory Cosmo Haun. Thanks to Kathleen Flenniken for permission to include her poem, “Plume”.

Hanford Reach: In the Atomic Field Exhibit
2023-02-02 - 2023-04-14 | CIC Art Center, 2710 Crimson Way, Richland, WA, 99354, United States
A multidisciplinary media installation that reflects the paradoxical histories of Hanford nuclear site, and the complexity of individual and collective memory. The exhibition includes work by Glenna Cole Allee and invited collaborators Michael Paulus, videography, and Jon Leidecker, sound design, and an animation with Gregory Cosmo Haun. Thanks to Kathleen Flenniken for permission to include her poem, “Plume”. February 2nd – April 14th
WSU Tri-Cities Art Center

Accounting Major Info Session
2023-02-01 15:00 - 17:00 | Floyd 240, WA, United States
Learn more about your options for becoming an accounting major at WSU Tri-Cities. Professors Kraig Jones and Paul Skilton will discuss the various pathways to admission to the accounting major.
Students interested in other Carson College majors offered through WSU Global (Marketing and MIS) would also benefit from attending this info session. Wednesday, February 1st
3 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Floyd 240

ChatGPT: What is it? What can it do, and what can't it do?
2023-02-01 15:00 - 16:00 | CIC 223, WA, United States
Join us for a university-wide discussion on ChatGPT.

Virtual Info Session | College of Education
2023-01-31 17:00 - 18:00 | Online, WA, United States
Ready to make a change?
Gain insight into the application process and next steps for:

Masters in Educational Leadership
Principal Certification and Program Administrator Certification

Join Zoom Call Join from PC, Mac, Linux, iOS, or Android: https://wsu.zoom.us/j/92232586199?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 922 3258 6199
Passcode: [REDACTED]
Questions?
Kathleen Cowin, Associate Professor, Educational Leadership
Kathleen.cowin@wsu.edu

Workshop: Group work took kit
2023-01-31 10:30 - 12:00 | CIC 223, WA, United States
Research has shown that group work can be an effective way to engage students in learning, as it allows them to collaborate, communicate, and problem-solve together. During this workshop we will briefly discuss different types of group work, such as collaborative learning, jigsaw activities, and think-pair-share. However, the bulk of time will be dedicated to discussing how to structure and facilitate group work, how to manage group dynamics, and how to assess student learning during group work.

Pasco High School Running Start Info Night
2023-01-26 18:00 | Pasco High School, 1108 N 10th Ave, Pasco, 99301, United States
Learn more about the WSU Tri-Cities Running Start program! Through Running Start, high school students can take courses through WSU Tri-Cities at little to no cost to them.

More info about Running Start: tricities.wsu.edu/running-start

Thursday, January 26th
6 p.m.
Pasco High School

CBC Transfer Day
2023-01-26 09:00 - 13:00 | Columbia Basin College, 2600 N. 20th Ave., Pasco, WA, 99301, United States
WSU Tri-Cities will be visiting Columbia Basin College to answer all of your questions about applying to WSU. Stop by to chat about majors, admission, financial aid, how your credits will transfer and much more! We’ll have sweet treats, and you can sign up to win a WSU gift basket! Thursday, January 26th
9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
CBC HUB Atrium

GEAR UP Open House
2023-01-25 13:00 - 15:00 | Gear Up, 3100 George Washington Way, Richland, WA, 99354, United States
We’ve settled in! Please join us to see our new location and meet our staff! Wednesday, January 25th
1 p.m. – 3 p.m.
3100 George Washington Way Light refreshments will be served. We hope to see you there!

WSU Tri-Cities Running Start Virtual Info Night
2023-01-18 18:00 | Zoom, WA, United States
WSU Tri-Cities is hosting several virtual info nights for those interested in the Running Start program. Through Running Start, high school students can take courses through WSU Tri-Cities at little to no cost to them. More info about Running Start: tricities.wsu.edu/running-start Dates: January 18 | 6 p.m.
February 1 | 6 p.m.
March 15 | 6 p.m. Register
