WSU Tri-Cities

Crimson Connections: Alumni Networking Night
2026-04-16 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Student Union Building
Join fellow Cougs for an energizing evening designed just for you. Connect with WSU Tri-Cities alumni from a wide range of industries across the Tri-Cities region. This is your chance to build real relationships with professionals who’ve already walked the path you’re on. Register to attend

2026 Campus Academy Awards: Vision & Achievement
2026-04-20 16:00 | East 266, WA, United States
Please join us to recognize and celebrate the achievements of our fellow WSU Tri-Cities faculty, staff, alumni, and community supporters. This is a campus-wide event, so everyone is invited!
Award categories being announced:

Distinguished Teaching Excellence Award
Outstanding Business Adjunct Faculty Award
Outstanding STEM Adjunct Faculty Award
Distinguished Research Excellence Award
Distinguished Employee Excellence Award
Outstanding Community Partner Award
Outstanding Alumni Achievement Award

Showcase for Research and Creative Activities
2026-04-29 12:00 - 14:00 | Collaboration Hall, WA, United States
The Showcase for Research and Creative Activities will exhibit undergraduate and graduate research, scholarly, and artistic projects from the 2025-2026 academic year.

Order of the Engineer & Pledge of the Computing Professional Ceremony
2026-04-30 14:15 - 16:30 | CIC 120, WA, United States
Graduating seniors in engineering programs are invited to register for the upcoming Induction Ceremony, where they will accept the Engineer’s Obligation, a key tradition of the Order of the Engineer, and receive the Engineer’s Ring.
For graduating seniors in computer science and related programs, the Pledge of the Computing Professional Ceremony will take place alongside the Order of the Engineer Ceremony. Each graduating computer scientist who has recited the Pledge receives a brass lapel pin that spells ‘HONOR’ in ASCII code.
This ceremony symbolizes inductees’ dedication to upholding ethical and professional standards, while recognizing the societal impact of their work and fostering a commitment to advancing the public good.

Multicultural Graduation Celebration
2026-05-08 17:30 - 20:30 | Collaboration Hall, WA, United States
In partnership with the Dreamers Club, Black Student Union, Latinos Unidos and Washington State University Tri-Cities is honored to invite graduating students to the 5th Annual Multicultural Graduation Celebration at 5:30 p.m. on Friday, May 8, in Collaboration Hall.

The Multicultural Graduation Celebration is a special opportunity to recognize the success of graduating students while lifting up their cultural heritage and celebrating community at WSU Tri-Cities. Please RSVP to attend by April 27 to receive a multicultural stole to wear during graduation.

2026 Commencement
2026-05-10 13:00 | Toyota Center, 7016 W. Grandridge Blvd., Kennewick, 99336
Join us in celebrating our WSU graduates!
Full details can be found on the commencement webpage.

Bio-In Seminar Series – Cleantech 2.0: Keeping Score on Progress
2026-07-29 11:00 - 12:00 | East Auditorium, 2710 University Dr, Richland, WA, 99354, United States
Learn about CleanTech 2.0 successes, ongoing challenges, and the path forward to delivering sustainable, reliable global energy.
Eric Toone, Chief Technology Officer of Breakthrough Energy and Managing Partner at Breakthrough Energy Ventures, will deliver an illuminating talk on progress in the cleantech movement during the past ten years. He will share his perspectives on how CleanTech 2.0 has performed – where we are and what remains to be done. He will highlight some of the successes and some of the remaining challenges to providing clean, reliable energy, and the prosperity it brings to the entire planet.
Attend in-person (East 266) or via Zoom! Attend on Zoom Zoom Meeting ID: 846 4362 0091
Passcode: [REDACTED] Dr. Eric Toone serves as the Chief Technical Officer of Breakthrough Energy. As the CTO, Dr. Toone oversees the organization’s technological roadmap and evaluation. As part of his work at Breakthrough Energy, Eric also serves as a Managing Partner of Breakthrough Energy Ventures, the venture capital arm of Breakthrough Energy. Previously, Eric was a Chemistry professor at Duke University, where he authored nearly 300 publications. He also served as Director of ARPA-E, where he advanced wide-bandgap semiconductors and grid innovations. An inventor on over 30 patents, Eric co-founded three pharmaceutical companies and led Duke’s Innovation and Entrepreneurship Initiative from 2012 to 2016. Originally trained as a bioorganic/physical organic chemist, he has dedicated his career to bridging science and impactful applications.

IRONMAN 70.3 Tourism and Hospitality Service Excellence Workshop in partnership with Visit Tri-Cities
2026-08-19 09:00 - 10:30 | Richland Community Center
Get ready to roll out the red carpet! Cougar Tracks proudly presents the Visit Tri-Cities Service Excellence Workshop – a powerful training designed to help local hospitality and tourism professionals deliver world-class service as the Tri-Cities welcomes athletes and visitors from across the globe for the Cuisine Solutions IRONMAN 70.3 Washington Tri-Cities.
Registration is free! Bring a friend or your team to share this high impact learning experience!
Let’s raise the bar for customer service, ensuring every athlete, visitor, and guest experiences the very best of our region! Register for the Workshop

Wave the Flag
2026-08-24 08:30 - 10:30
Join us in giving students a warm and energetic welcome!
Help kick off the new academic year with spirit and excitement as we greet students on their first day of classes, August 24. Wave flags, hold signs, and cheer them on as they arrive — your energy will help set the tone for a fantastic year ahead!
Volunteer anytime between 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. We’ll be stationed at the corner of George Washington Way and Sprout Road. Sign Up to Volunteer

Engagement Fair Sponsored by WSECU
2026-08-25 11:00 - 14:00 | Student Union Building
Come learn about resources, opportunities, and ways to get involved on campus while enjoying music and a free lunch!
Sponsored by WSECU.

Welcome Back Coug Kickoff
2026-08-27 08:30 - 09:30 | Collaboration Hall, WA, United States
Students, faculty, and staff are invited to join us for the 2026 Welcome Back Coug Kickoff!
Enjoy breakfast burritos, pan dulce, pastries, and coffee while socializing with fellow Cougs on the patio outside Collaboration Hall.
At 9 a.m., transition to the Grand Staircase to hear Executive Vice President Sandra Haynes offer a preview of the upcoming academic year, recognize academic leaders, and introduce new faculty and staff.

Coug Family Corner Ribbon Cutting
2026-08-27 10:00 - 11:00 | Learning Commons, WA, United States
Join us for an open house to explore the new Coug Family Corner, a space designed to support student parents and/or students responsible for sibling care.
Students can share feedback and earn InvolveXP.
All students, faculty, and staff are welcome!

WSU Tri-Cities IRONMAN Aid Station
2026-09-20 07:45 - 15:45
On behalf of WSU Tri-Cities, the Office of Advancement is recruiting volunteers to help operate an Ironman Aid Station on September 20th. Volunteers will be responsible for handing out water, energy gels, energy drinks, fruit, and other nourishments to racers along the main racecourse. Other responsibilities will include setting up and tearing down the tables and food/beverage items, as well as general trash pickup throughout the day.
This is a great opportunity to get involved in our community, and a great way for volunteers to show their Coug pride while also having fun in supporting and cheering on the athletes.
There are two volunteers shifts available for volunteers to sign up. Sign up

Community Resources Fair
2026-09-22 11:00 - 14:00 | Student Union Building
Looking for campus and community resources that can help you succeed? Join us for the Community Resource Fair!
This is your chance to connect with organizations that support student wellness, basic needs, health, education, employment, and more.
Earn InvolveXP, get a voucher for a free coffee, and register for a chance to win an iPad, AirPods, and other amazing prizes!
Sponsored by Molina Healthcare. Register for Community Resource Fair

WSU Tri-Cities Fall Education Summit
2026-10-10 09:00 - 16:00 | Consolidated Information Center
Join the WSU Tri-Cities College of Education for the 2026 Education Summit for Teachers and Administrators – sponsored by STCU!

This year’s Keynote presentation features Gabriela Whitemarsh, Washington State Teacher of the Year 2026
Register for the Education Summit
