WSU Tri-Cities

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

Education Summit
2021-10-16 08:30 - 15:30 | CIC 120
Saturday, Oct. 16
8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Consolidated Information Center (CIC) 120

Join the WSU Tri-Cities College of Education for the 2021 Education Summit for Teachers and Administrators!
Choose from several sessions. Gain six clock hours. Also enjoy lunch and a keynote presentation.
Sessions:

STEM Education
Culturally-Sustaining Pedagogy
Social and Emotional Learning

Sponsored by STCU. Hosted by the WSU Tri-Cities College of Education.
Register: tricities.wsu.edu/stcu-register | Cost: $15 (free for students)

Deadline for students with personal exemption to submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination or other exemption
2021-10-18 | WA, United States
Students with a COVID-19 vaccination personal exemption currently on file must provide proof of full vaccination or request a religious or medical exemption by Monday, Oct. 18.
Where to submit:
Cougar Health Services
Workday (student employees, only)

Deadline for state employees to be fully COVID-19 vaccinated or have an exemption on file
2021-10-18 | WA, United States
Now that there is an FDA-approved COVID-19 vaccine, personal exemptions are no longer valid or accepted. However, exemptions are still accepted for religious or medical reasons.
Individuals should abide by the timelines for submitting proof of COVID-19 vaccination or religious or medical exemptions.
Employees must be fully vaccinated or have obtained a medical or religious exemption by Monday, Oct. 18.
* Student employees must also submit their vaccination information via Workday.
Where to submit:
Workday
Instructions for submitting vaccination info in Workday

WSU Tri-Cities and Columbia Basin College Virtual Career Fair
2021-10-20 10:00 - 14:00 | Handshake, WA, United States
Columbia Basin College and WSU Tri-Cities are having a virtual Career Fair! Columbia Basin College is partnering with WSU Tri-Cities on October 20, 2021 from 10 am to 2 pm. Join us on Handshake to meet recruiters and learn about opportunities available at companies looking for students like you. This is the perfect opportunity to connect with your future employer and get recruited for your next career opportunity. Join here!

LGBTQ+ Ally Training
2021-10-20 11:00 - 12:30 | Zoom, WA, United States
Join the MOSAIC Center for Student Inclusion for a Zoom training on how to be an awesome ally for the LGBTQ+ community! Wednesday, Oct. 20
11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Zoom
Meeting ID: 922 9948 5213
Passcode: [REDACTED]

Breast Cancer Awareness Walk
2021-10-23 11:00 - 13:00 | WSU Tri-Cities, 2710 Crimson Way, Richland, WA, 99354, United States
Join the WSU Tri-Cities Cougs LEAD Club for a Breast Cancer Awareness Walk on campus! Saturday, October 23, 2021 | 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Begin at the SUB and walk the trail behind campus.

President's Town Hall
2021-10-27 15:00 - 16:00 | Zoom, WA, United States
Wednesday, Oct. 27
3 p.m. – 4 p.m. via Zoom
Webinar ID: 985 6393 3618 Passcode: [REDACTED]
The traditional annual series provides faculty, staff and students throughout the WSU system with the opportunity to hear from and engage with university leaders.
This year’s event includes a change in the traditional format. In advance of the scheduled town halls, participants are asked to view a 20-minute recorded presentation featuring WSU President Kirk Schulz and Provost and Executive Vice President and Pullman Chancellor Designate Elizabeth Chilton sharing WSU’s significant advancements, achievements and developments made by the university in the last year.
The launch of the new Workday system, as well as updates on WSU’s fiscal health, enrollment and philanthropy, are discussed. There’s also an overview of the university’s expanding research portfolio and its efforts to better meet diversity, equity and inclusion needs. WSU efforts to manage budget and other challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic also are highlighted.
Members of the WSU community have the opportunity to submit questions ahead of each town hall by filling out an online form.

Wear Your Pride and Pride Parade
2021-10-28 14:00 - 17:00 | WSU Tri-Cities, 2710 Crimson Way, Richland, WA, 99354, United States
Join the MOSAIC Center for Student Inclusion in your Pride attire for a parade walk across campus. The parade will start in the Floyd courtyard (directly outside the Floyd Atrium) and will continue across campus before ending at the MOSAIC Center. Pizza will be served in the MOSAIC Center upon completion of the parade. Thursday, Oct. 28
2:00 p.m.
Start in Floyd courtyard

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

Día de los Muertos
2021-11-02 12:00 - 15:00 | SUB 120, WA, United States
Bring your favorite foods, framed images, and other items of loved ones who have passed to contribute to the altars. Enjoy tamales, art activities, and learn the importance and history of this celebration. Tuesday, November 2, 2021 | 12 p.m. – 3 p.m.
SUB 120

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.
SIGN-UP

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.
SIGN-UP

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.
SIGN-UP

Tuesday, Nov. 16
Education
Prepare for a career in teaching, educational administration and other professions in the field of education.
SIGN-UP

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.
SIGN-UP

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.
SIGN-UP

Feminist / Queer Dialogue Series
2021-11-03 16:30 - 17:30 | Zoom, WA, United States
The English Graduate Organization & The Program in Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality present the Fall 2021 Feminist / Queer Dialogue Series! Please join us for our Fall 2021 panel where WGSS affiliate faculty member Dr. Tanja Burkhard will present on her latest research. Wednesday, November 3, 2021 | 4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Dr. Tanka Burkhard, “Toward Transnational Black Feminist Inquiry in Qualitative Research” Zoom Link

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

Thankful for Your Presence!
2021-11-16 13:00 - 15:00 | SUB, 2710 University Dr, Richland, WA, 99354, United States
Come learn about Coug Presence and enjoy some Thanksgiving treats!

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

The Zen Den
2021-11-18 09:30 - 10:00 | Floyd 136, WA, United States
Join Sylvia from Counseling Services as we practice mindfulness and go through a morning stretching routine to help you embrace the day! It’s the same as the original Zen Den, but now it happens on Thursday too!

SEB's Thanksgiving Feast
2021-11-18 11:00 - 14:00 | SUB, 2710 University Dr, Richland, WA, 99354, United States
SEB’s Thanksgiving Feast is back at the SUB! Feast on traditional foods and bingo with prizes while enjoying our musical guest Jeff Peterson!
Thursday, November 18
11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Student Union Building!
Free for all students to enjoy before break!

MOSAIC Center Game Night
2021-11-18 15:00 - 17:00 | MOSAIC Center for Student Inclusion – Floyd 140, WA, United States
The MOSAIC Center for Student Inclusion welcomes students to join our Game Night!
Thursday, Nov. 18
3 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Floyd 140
Students will get to know each other, compete, and play a variety of games. Food and drinks will be provided to all event attendees. While games will be provided, feel free to bring your own for us to play. If you have questions or concerns, please contact tricities.mosaic@wsu.edu.

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

Coug Pride Popcorn Giveaway
2021-11-19 13:00 - 15:00 | SUB, 2710 University Dr, Richland, WA, 99354, United States
Show your Coug Pride! Stop by the SUB on Friday, Nov. 19, from 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. wearing WSU gear of any kind to get some FREE popcorn! Go Cougs!!

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!

Thanksgiving break - No classes
2021-11-22 - 2021-11-26 | WSU Tri-Cities, 2710 Crimson Way, Richland, WA, 99354, United States

Thanksgiving holiday - Campus closed
2021-11-25 | WSU Tri-Cities, 2710 Crimson Way, Richland, WA, 99354, United States

Native American Heritage Day - Campus closed
2021-11-26 | WSU Tri-Cities, 2710 Crimson Way, Richland, WA, 99354, United States

Nominations due for President's Employee Excellence Awards
2021-11-30 | WA, United States
Nominations open for President’s Employee Excellence Awards
The award is presented annually to recognize outstanding contributions by WSU administrative professional and classified employees. Staff at all WSU locations are eligible to be nominated for this award.
Award criteria:

Outstanding contributions made by the employee regarding productivity of the university
Innovative problem solving
Positive working relations
University and community service

Award recipients each receive $2,500 and will be recognized at the annual Showcase event to be held in spring 2022.
Submit a nomination
Nominations due by 5 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 30
Nominations may be submitted online or a form printed from the site can be submitted to the attention of Emily Green, 442 French Administration Building, Pullman, WA 99164-1041.

2021 Giving Tuesday
2021-11-30 | WSU Tri-Cities, 2710 Crimson Way, Richland, WA, 99354, United States
This Giving Tuesday on Nov. 30, WSU Tri-Cities will be raising funds to support the First-Generation Excellence Fund. Throughout the day, WSU Tri-Cities will feature first-generation students on social media. Give a gift to support first-gen students this Giving Tuesday.

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