WSU Tri-Cities

RFO General Assembly
2020-01-27 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | East 212
Bylaws will be discussed and can be found on the RFO website: https://tricities.wsu.edu/academics/faculty-resources/rfo/

All faculty and additional agenda items are welcome.

ASWSUTC Student Fee Forums
2020-01-28 16:00 - 22:00, 2020-02-10 14:00 - 20:00, 2020-02-26 12:00 - 13:00 | Floyd Atrium, 2710 University Dr, Richland, WA, 99354, United States
Come down to learn about the proposed Safety & Transportation mandatory student fee.

WSU Fine Arts 2020 Faculty Exhibition Reception
2020-01-31 17:00 - 19:00 | WSU Tri-Cities Art Center, 2710 University Dr, Richland, WA, 99354, United States
Join us on the WSU Tri-Cities campus for WSU Fine Arts 2020 Faculty Exhibition and the Art Center.
On January 31, from 5:00 to 7 p.m. at the Art Center located in the Consolidated Information Center building, bring your favorite people to be inspired by WSU’s very own Fine Art Faculty.
Visiting the Art Center is simple. The gallery is free to everyone and open Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
We welcome you to share exhibitions and events with friends, colleagues, and family by tagging @WSUTCArtCenter on social media in celebration of your support and to encourage others to do the same.
Exhibit runs from January 17, 2020- February 28, 2020.

RFO Brown Bag with Chancellor Haynes
2020-02-06 12:00 - 13:00 | East 212

WSUTC Running Start Info Night
2020-02-12 18:00 - 19:00, 2020-03-25 18:00 - 19:00 | East Auditorium, 2710 Crimson Way, Richland, WA, 99354
Learn how qualifying high school students (11th and 12th grades) can earn college credit through Running Start at WSU Tri-Cities.

Campus Wide Budget Forums
2020-02-13 09:00 - 11:00 | CIC 120, 2710 University Dr, Richland, 99354, United States
The campus wide budget forums provide the opportunity for faculty and staff to preview all received FY21 budget requests from across campus. The goal is to cover all received requests and allow time for the audience to ask for additional information from the requester, Directors and/or the Subject Matter Experts.

Faculty Teaching Development: Academic Language
2020-02-17 09:00 - 16:00 | Floyd 223, United States
Faculty teaching development workshop focused on academic language and literacy.
This workshop will focus on techniques and approaches faculty can use to teach students to use the language of the discipline, as well as general academic language and communicating complex thoughts and ideas in speaking and writing. Workshop will also help faculty to teach the use of critical reading strategies for students use when reading complex texts.

History Dept. Black History Month Film "Selma"
2020-02-20 15:30 - 18:00 | East Auditorium, 2710 Crimson Way, Richland, WA, 99354
The History Department will be showing the film Selma to honor Black History Month. Popcorn will be provided. This event is open to WSU Tri-Cities students only.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Summit
2020-02-27 14:00 - 16:00 | East 212, 2710 University Dr, Richland, WA, 99354, United States
Faculty, staff and students are welcome
Thursday, February 27 (tomorrow) | 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Viewing location moved to East 212 at WSU Tri-Cities
Also view via Zoom

Each semester, the Division of Student Affairs brings together representatives from across the WSU system to provide updates and showcase exemplary research and practice within diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Join us as we hear about and discuss:
Spaces Between: Equity in Scholarship and Place

A social justice framework for campus master planning case study (Tri-Cities). Building spaces that celebrate our students’ commitment to a socially just world and demonstrate our commitment to make that world a reality.

Kate McAteer, Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs, Clinical Associate Professor ofBiology
Ray White, Vice Chancellor of Finance and Administration

Utilizing space for celebration, recognition, and ongoing education within the Elson S. Floyd Cultural Center.

Zoe Higheagle Strong, Assistant Professor of Educational Psychology, Executive Director of Tribal Relations, and Special Assistant to the Provost/Executive Vice President

ADVANCE at WSU: From NSF funding to sustainable programming. Supporting women and diverse faculty in all disciplines, especially in science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and medicine (STEMM).

Masha Gartstein, Professor of Psychology

Championing works from under-represented populations in classical music to thecommunity.

Aaron Agulay, Clinical Assistant Professor of Music and Voice

Updates from the 5 working groups and formation of the President’s Commission on Campus Culture and Climate.

Jaime Nolan, Associate Vice President of Student Affairs

Closing remarks

Kirk Schulz, President
Mary Jo Gonzales, Vice President of Student Affairs

Networking & Etiquette Dinner
2020-02-27 17:00 - 20:30 | Floyd Atrium, 2710 University Dr, Richland, WA, 99354, United States
Each spring, Career Services offer undergraduate students the opportunity to learn invaluable insights into professional networking and dining etiquette.
Have you ever sat down to a formal meal and wondered, “What are all of these forks for?” Or been networking and thought, “Is this an appropriate topic to raise?” Then our networking and professional etiquette dinner will put you at ease. This event is a fun, non-threatening way to learn business etiquette skills while enjoying a three course meal!
Some of the topics covered include:

How to confidently enter a room full of strangers
How to introduce yourself and properly shake hands
How to make small talk while networking
How to use utensils and dishes appropriately

National TRIO Day
2020-02-28 11:00 - 13:00 | CIC 120, WA, United States
Speakers, activities and light appetizers.

Club Sports Fundraiser at Chipotle
2020-03-03 16:00 - 20:00 | The Den
Chipotle will be donating a portion of their proceeds from every purchase that includes our flyer. Stop by The Den to pick one up and take it to Chipotle in Kennewick on March 3rd!

Point to Success Carson College of Business Fund Raiser
2020-03-07 10:00 - 13:00 | Anthony’s at Columbia Point, 550 Columbia Point Dr., Richland, WA, 99352, United States
Fund raiser for Carson College of Business. Brunch, live auction, wine grab, and heads or tails.

Career Pathways
2020-03-09 11:00 - 12:30, 2020-03-10 11:30 - 13:00 | SUB 120S, 2710 University Dr, Richland, WA, 99354, United States
Career Pathways for students sponsored by Biomat in Kennewick. Find out what is available for part-time work and internships. Biomat will also share information on how students can start giving back and earn extra money while helping others.
Sponosored by Biomat

Working in the 21st Century: Challenges Facing Professional Women
2020-03-10 14:00 - 15:00 | CIC 120, 2710 University Dr, Richland, 99354, United States
Part of the WSU Tri-Cities Women’s history Month Series
Presented by Janet Peters, Psychology Department
Description: Despite progress in workplace policies, systemic issues regarding women in the workforce still abound. Dr. Janet Peters will discuss the issues professional women face, including selection bias, disparities in negotiating, hurdles to promotion, and work-life balance.
This event is open to students, faculty, and staff.

Treasures in Your Attic: A Time Capsule Experience for Women’s History Month
2020-03-11 12:00 - 13:00 | Floyd Atrium, 2710 University Dr, Richland, WA, 99354, United States
Presented by Dr. Tracey Hanshew, History Department, and Dr. Patricia Wilde, English Department
Description: Students are invited to a brown bag lunch to explore archive boxes containing resources and artifacts informational to women’s history
This event is open to WSUTC students.

Writing Workshop Series: Goal Setting and Project Management
2020-03-11 17:10 - 19:00 | TFLO 230, WA, United States
THE PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT INITIATIVE PRESENTS:
WRITING WORKSHOP SERIES: GOAL SETTING AND PROJECT MANAGEMENT

The Goal Setting/Project Management seminar will cover strategies for setting and meeting research, writing, and revision goals and will provide tips and suggestions for maintaining control of a project throughout the entire process.
**Appetizers will be provided**
**If possible, bring a laptop**

Please register for this event by clicking the link below:

This event won’t be live-streamed

Writing Workshop Series: Reference Management Software
2020-03-12 12:00 - 14:00 | TFLO 223, WA, United States
THE PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT INITIATIVE PRESENTS:
WRITING WORKSHOP SERIES: REFERENCE MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE

Reference management software enables users to collect, organize, manage, and cite sources in a methodical and sustainable process. This workshop will focus on the free/mium, open source Zotero reference management tool but will briefly discuss alternatives such as EndNote and Mendeley.

**Lunch will be provided**
**If possible, bring a laptop**

Please register for this event by clicking the link below:

This event won’t be live-streamed

Trivia Night
2020-03-12 17:30 - 19:30 | WSU Tri-Cities, 2710 Crimson Way, Richland, WA, 99354, United States
Intramural trivia is a fun and competitive way to test your knowledge of random facts! We will be doing teams of 4 to 5 people.

Modernization Presentation
2020-03-13 13:00 - 15:00 | CIC120, WA, United States
Presentation by systemwide Modernization Team regarding modernization project.

Campus Closed
2020-03-14, 2020-03-21 | WSU Tri-Cities, 2710 Crimson Way, Richland, WA, 99354, United States

POSTPONED: Budget Summary Report to Campus
2020-03-26 09:00 - 12:00 | East Auditorium, 2710 Crimson Way, Richland, WA, 99354
This will be a campus wide event. The prioritized budget requests will be presented to the Chancellor and campus. The requester and Subject Matter Experts are encouraged to attend to speak to their request if questions arise.

COVID-19 online town hall with WSU President Kirk Schulz
2020-03-27 11:00 - 12:30 | Online, WA, 99354, United States
Learn about the University’s latest plans in response to COVID-19 during a system-wide online town hall at 11 a.m. on Friday, March 27.
Students, faculty, and staff system-wide are invited to attend. WSU President Kirk Schulz will host the town hall and provide updates. Provost Bryan Slinker, Vice President of Student Affairs Mary Jo Gonzales, and Vice President and Chief Human Resource Officer Theresa Elliot‑Cheslek will join the president to answer questions from the community.
Questions may be submitted in advance or asked online during the event.

Online | Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month - Student Panel
2020-04-16 10:00 - 11:00 | ZOOM, WA, United States
Please join the WSU Tri-Cities MOSAIC Center for Student Inclusion in celebrating Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage month (observed in May) by listening to WSUTC staff and community members talk about their identities and experiences as members of the Asian American and Pacific Islander community during a virtual panel. Panelists include Jason Yi (Assistant Director of Admissions), Mysti Meiers (Senior Academic Advisor) and Bethany Sue Woo (Digital Marketer, Videographer, and Writer).
Panel will be recorded and made available to students to view at a later time.

Postponed | Crimson Fest
2020-04-18 12:00 - 18:00 | Center of Campus, WA, United States
Free event for students, community members and fellow Cougs on WSU Tri-Cities’ campus that includes: Bounce Houses, Bubble Soccer, A Rock Wall, Arts and Crafts, Food Trucks, and more! All ages welcome!

Postponed for a later date.
