WSU Tri-Cities

Resident Faculty Organization meeting, 3 p.m., West 252
2014-04-30 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | WA
The Resident Faculty Organization contact is:
Robert BaumanAssociate ProfessorDepartment of HistoryDirector, Hanford Oral History ProjectProgram Lead, HumanitiesWashington State University Tri-Cities2710 Crimson WayRichland, WA 99354509-372-7249rbauman@tricity.wsu.edu

Academic Master Planning listening session, 4 p.m., downtown Kennewick
2014-05-01 16:00
The community is invited to an Academic Master Planning listening session to discuss the degree programs and partnership opportunities at WSU Tri-Cities.
4 p.m. Thursday, May 1Mid-Columbia Library405 S. Dayton St. in downtown Kennewick
For more details, visit: http://www.tricity.wsu.edu/academicaffairs/masterplan.php
The listening session is immediately before Kennewick Art Walk occurs the First Thursday of every month in Historic Downtown Kennewick. Opening at 5 p.m., numerous fine local and regional artists are showcased every month in a family friendly atmosphere of local business establishments. historickennewick.org

GEAR UP campus visit, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., CIC
2014-05-02 09:00 - 13:00
Amistad Elementary students from Kennewick will attend workshops sponsored by GEAR UP that emphasize the importance of a post-secondary education.
The students will be in CIC 120/120A, 210, 212, and 214. This event is by-invitation only.
For details, contact alora@earlyoutreach.wsu.edu or Lupe at 372-7209.

Director of Engineering candidate, 10:30 a.m., West 224
2014-05-02 10:30
Three candidates for the Director of Engineer position will be visiting over the next few days. Each CV and candidate evaluation form is posted at http://www.tricity.wsu.edu/search/
Joseph Iannelli earned his Ph.D. in Engineering Science, Aerospace Engineering at the University of Tennessee.
Join us for his presentation at 10:30 a.m. Friday, May 2, in West 224.
Discussion topic: “Innovating Engineering and Computer Science Education for the 21st Century.”

JESS: Student Symposium (tentative), 12 p.m., East 207
2014-05-02 12:00
A student symposium is tentatively planned for the end of spring semester in Room 207 of the East Building, at 2710 Crimson Way, Richland. For driving directions go to tricity.wsu.edu, click on visit.”
The Joint Engineering and Science Seminar (JESS) series is an interdisciplinary effort of the School of Engineeringand Computer Science and the College of Arts and Sciences at WSU Tri-Cities.
Admission is free and open to the public. Graduate students

Chancellor's Academic Excellence Reception, 4:30 p.m., CIC 120
2014-05-02 16:30
By invitation only.
The Academic Excellence Reception is a new tradition at WSU Tri-Cities to celebrate and recognize academic achievement of students from the 2013 spring and fall semesters.
RSVP to Eadie at ebalint@tricity.wsu.edu or 372-7214.

$5 BBQ Lunch, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., West Patio
2014-05-05 11:00
Fuel your Finals Week with a $5 barbecue lunch from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday, May 5. The Crimson Café will be serving up lunch on the West Building Patio, behind the Atrium. Open to the campus community.

Director of Engineering candidate, 10:30 a.m., East 212
2014-05-07 10:30
Three candidates for the Director of Engineer position will be visiting over the next few days. Each CV and candidate evaluation form is posted at http://www.tricity.wsu.edu/search/
James Sweeney earned his Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering at the Case Western University.
Join us for his presentation at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, May 7, in East 212.
Discussion topic: “Innovating Engineering and Computer Science Education for the 21st Century”

Arts & Sciences Symposium, 12 to 1 p.m., CIC 120
2014-05-07 12:00
Undergraduate students will showcase their semester projects, independent studies, internship outcomes, or fine arts works from 12 to 1 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday, May 7 and May 8, in the Consolidated Information Center, 2770 Crimson Way, Richland.
Wednesday’s Symposium highlights research poster displays in CIC 120.
Thursday’s Symposium includes research poster displays in CIC 120 and an art exhibit in the CIC Art Center.
The campus community is invited to attend the symposium in support of our Arts & Sciences students. Refreshments will be served. Admission is free and open to the public.
Contact: Brittany Woehle at brittany.woehle@tricity.wsu.edu or 509-372-7306

WSCDA board meeting, 3:30 p.m.
2014-05-07 15:30
By invitation.

WSU Board of Regents meeting, Pullman
2014-05-08 00:00 - 2014-05-09 00:00
The WSU Board of Regents meets today. For questions about viewing locations at WSU Tri-Cities, contact chancellor@tricity.wsu.edu or 372-7258.
http://regents.wsu.edu/meeting-dates/
The Regents hold their January meeting on the WSU Tri-Cities campus.

Director of Engineering candidate, 10:30 a.m., East 212
2014-05-08 10:30
Three candidates for the Director of Engineer position will be visiting over the next few days. Each CV and candidate evaluation form is posted at http://www.tricity.wsu.edu/search/
Akram Hossain earned his Ph.D. in Civil and Environmental Engineering at Washington State University.
Join us for his presentation at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, May 8 in East 212.
Discussion topic: “Innovating Engineering and Computer Science Education for the 21st Century.”

Arts & Sciences Symposium,12 to 1 p.m., CIC 120 & Art Center
2014-05-08 12:00

APAC meeting, 1:30 p.m. West 210
2014-05-08 13:30
WSU Vancouver Chancellor Mel Netzhammer will be our guest speaker (in person) for our APAC May 8th meeting. We will also be introducing our newest APAC members. All are welcome to attend and we hope you will join us.
5/8/141:30pm-3:00pmVia AMS
Gayle AndersonAdministrative Professional Advisory CouncilFaculty SenateWashington State UniversityFrench Administration Bldg #344Pullman, WA 99164Anderson53@wsu.eduAPAC: 509-335-8344Faculty Senate: 509-335-3424

Order of Engineer ring ceremony, 1 p.m., East Auditorium
2014-05-09 13:00
The newly formed Greater Tri-Cities chapter of the Order of the Engineer will induct new members in a formal ring ceremony” at 1 p.m. Friday

Convocation, 5-7 p.m., Rotary Stage
2014-05-09 17:00
Graduating students and their parents or significant others are invited to this inaugural Convocation, a special event where the colleges and programs recognize their graduates.
More details will be announced (3/18).
ebalint@tricity.wsu.edu

Crimson & Gray Ball, 6 p.m., Pasco Red Lion
2014-05-09 18:00
The Student Entertainment Board of Washington State University Tri-Cities will hold its annual Crimson & Gray ball on Friday, May 9, 2014.
The semi-formal event will be located at the RedLion Hotel, Pasco. Tickets cost $5.00 Students $10.00 Guests, one guest per student.
There will be dinner provided as well as entertainment from comedian Sammy Obeid and the group Shimprov. There will be variety of activities and dancing (live D.J.). In addition to this there will be a variety of prizes from $50.00 to $500.00 in value. Each student will receive a giveaway (item plus movie voucher).
Contact:massine.merzouk@email.wsu.edu

Nursing Convocation, 6:30 p.m., Richland Baptist Church
2014-05-09 18:30
The College of Nursing will celebrate its Spring 2014 graduates at a special candlelight event and pinning ceremony. The Nursing Convocation is at 6:30 p.m. at the Richland Baptist Church, 1632 George Washington Way, Richland.
Family, friends and the health care community are invited to attend. The ceremony lasts about two hours.
Contact: Rhonda at 372-7180 or rbushmaker@tricity.wsu.edu

Commencement, 1 p.m., Toyota Center, Kennewick
2014-05-10 13:00 - 15:00
WSU Tri-Cities commencement for Fall 2013 and Spring 2014 is being held on Saturday, May 10, 2014, at the Toyota Center in Kennewick.
Graduates should report at 12 p.m. downstairs in their caps and gowns. Family and friends are invited – no tickets needed!
More details will be posted in spring 2014.
www.tricity.wsu.edu/graduation
moneil@tricity.wsu.edu

Summer: early session begins
2014-05-12 00:00
Early Summer Session classes begin Monday, May 12, 2014.

ASWSUTC Transition Retreat, on campus
2014-05-12 08:00 - 2014-05-15 17:00
Associated Students of WSU Tri-Cities Transition Retreat for officers elected to serve during the 2014-2015 academic year: Monday, May 12 – Thursday, May 15, at WSU Tri-Cities
Questions should be directed to the Election Board:Vanessa Alvarez, chair, vanessa.alvarez@email.wsu.eduDevlyn Tobin, vice chair, devlyn.tobin@email.wsu.edu
Allison Rodgers, Office of Student Involvement and Leadership Development, allison.rodgers@tricity.wsu.edu or West 269.

Academic deadline: Final grades due
2014-05-13 00:00
Academic deadline for Tuesday, May 13, 2014
Faculty: Final grade submission ends at 5 p.m. for Sping 2014.

ByteFest, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., CIC
2014-05-13 08:00
ByteFest is put on by the Mid-Columbia STEM Education Collaboratory, which was co-founded by PNNL.
Advance registration is required.
Contact: Franny at 375-6904 or frances.white@pnnl.gov

ASWSUTC Officer Induction Ceremony, 12:30 p.m., CIC Art Center
2014-05-13 12:30
This event is a new tradition at WSU Tri-Cities to transition elected Associated Students of WSU Tri-Cities officers by swearing them in during an official induction ceremony.
This brief event is in coordination with the Office of the Chancellor. It starts at 12:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 13, in the CIC Art Center, 2770 Crimson Way, Richland.

ProTeach Support Course info session, 4 p.m., West 240
2014-05-14 16:00
Do you hold a Washington residency certificate, have taught for a minimum of two years and accumulated at least 1.5 FTE? If so, then you may be eligible to begin working on your Professional Certification.
Find out more at two ProTeach information meetings:
4 to 5 p.m.Wednesday, May 14, and repeated on Thursday, May 29WSU Tri-CitiesWest Building, Room 2402710 Crimson Way, Richland
Verify your eligibility immediately at www.proteach.org.
For more details, contact Maria Moscatelli, Ph.D, Coordinator of Professional Certifications in the College of Education program at WSU Tri-Cities, at 509-372-7186bor mmoscatelli@tricity.wsu.edu. tricity.wsu.edu/education/procert.html

STEMcon high school workshops, 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m., on campus
2014-05-15 08:30
STEMcon will be put on by PNNL/Batelle and hosted by WSU Tri-Cities. This is a series of STEM workshops/speakers for area high school students.
Thursday, May 15: About 250 High School students will be attending various STEM sessions. This year, Delta High School’s STEMcon” event is an opportunity for their students to engage in fun

Nursing building drill, 9:30 a.m., 1268 Lee Blvd.
2014-05-16 09:30
Kadlec, RFD, and RPD will be running an evacuation drill at the College of Nursing building (the whole facility, not just the WSU Tri-Cities side) on May 16, from about 9:30-11 a.m.
Scott TomrenEnvironmental Health & Safety Coordinator509-372-7163

Education faculty candidate, 11 a.m., West 210
2014-05-19 11:00
http://www.tricity.wsu.edu/search/
Three candidates for the Clinical Assistant Professor in Educational Leadership position in the College of Education program at WSU Tri-Cities will be coming on the following days for interviews and open presentations.
John MancinelliMonday, May 19
JoAnne FabianWednesday, May 21 (tentative)
Kathleen CowinThursday, May 29
· John Mancinelli will be earning his Ed.D. Educational Leadership at Washington State University in summer 2014. Join us for his presentation at 11 a.m. Monday, May 19, 2014. Research topic: “Supporting Principals in the transition toward learning-focused Leadership.”
· Dr. JoAnne Fabian earned her Ed.D. in Educational Leadership at Washington State University. Join us for her presentation on Wednesday, May 21, 2014 (time and research topic to be announced)
· Dr. Kathleen Cowin earned her Ed.D Educational Leadership at Seattle University. Join us for her presentation on Thursday, May 29, 2014. (time and research topic to be announced)

Columbia Crimson Golf Classic, 1 p.m., Meadow Springs Country Club
2014-05-19 12:00 - 19:00
Reconnect with alumni and enjoy a great day of golf at Meadow Springs Country Club in south Richland. All funds raised stay local and go towards scholarship to WSU Tri-Cities students.
http://www.tricity.wsu.edu/crimsonclassic/
Contact Eadie Balint at WSU Tri-Cities (509-372-7214 or ebalint@tricity.wsu.edu) for sponsorship and registration information.
Registration and lunch start at 12 p.m.
Shotgun start at 1 p.m.
Cost is $150/person or $600/team. Registration includes lunch, dinner, cart, range balls, three beverage stations, plus snacks. This fundraiser combines friendly competition with a good cause. All proceeds stay local and fund student scholarships at WSU Tri-Cities.
Activities include:Tee Pass*10 Raffle Tickets*2 Mulligans*Entry to All Contests/Games–Tee Off Across Creek (Hole 10)–Drop Tee Shot at 150 Yard Mark (Hole 16)–Chip Ahoy Contest (Hole 18)–Closest to the Pin (Hole 6, men) (Hoe 17, women)–Longest Drive/Men & Women (Hole 4, men) (Hole 7, women)–Longest Putt (Hole 8)–Choose Your Driver (Hole 3)

College of Education event, 5 p.m., Pasco
2014-05-19 17:00
The WSU College of Education and Gordon Brothers winery want to celebrate you and another successful year!!
Please join us Monday, June 9th from 5-7 p.m. June 9 for our second annual After School Special: Wine and hors d’oeuvres reception.The location is the Gordon Brothers tasting room, 5236 Outlet Drive, Pasco (off Road 100 and Sandifur, in the Broadmoor Park mall).
Please feel free to extend the invite to all educators, teachers, COE graduates, and Cougar Enthusiasts.
