HRS Training – Time Reports
TBD Spokane, WA, United StatesDo you have administrative responsibility for reviewing and/or signing time reports for overtime eligible employees? Are you an employee who is uncertain how to properly complete a time report? This course provides information on leave accruals, accurate time reporting, how to document overtime and much more. Come to this session to learn how to accurately maintain time reports and understand how critical accurate time reporting is. SIGN UP and see more information here.
WSU Faculty – Meet the Faculty Senate Chair
SAC 515 600 N Riverpoint Blvd, Spokane, WA, United StatesThe current WSU Faculty Senate Chair will be visiting the Spokane campus and would like to meet with faculty. This is an opportunity to learn more about how shared governance works at WSU and to make sure the unique concerns of the Spokane campus faculty are well represented. Current faculty senators and anyone considering serving in this role are especially encouraged to attend, but all are welcome. See more information here.
Commencement
Spokane Arena 720 W. Mallon, Spokane, WA, United StatesAll degrees will be conferred at the Commencement ceremonies in the Spokane Veterans Memorial Arena. Commencement ceremonies are a time when the campus community comes together to honor all graduates and their families.
Mental Health First Aid Training
PBS 304 Spokane, WA, United StatesMental Health First Aid is an eight-hour course that teaches you how to help someone who may be experiencing a mental health or substance use challenge. The training helps you identify, understand and respond to signs of addictions and mental illnesses. The training is open to all faculty and staff. Space is limited. SEE MORE INFORMATION HERE.
Free land-grant symposium to help shape WSU’s future
Spokane, WA, United StatesFaculty and staff statewide are encouraged to register to attend a free symposium May 7 focused on the future of the nation's land-grant universities. Stephen Gavazzi, coauthor of "Land-grant Universities for the Future" will deliver the keynote address and lead a series of dialogues. REGISTER and See more information here. You must register if you plan to attend via livestream.
New Employee Orientation
TBD Spokane, United StatesNew Employee Orientation is designed as a 3-part workshop over the course of 1 day. This is highly recommended for all new employees. Find out more about times and sessions here.
University District Gateway Bridge Celebration
Spokane, WA, United StatesJoin WSU Spokane and the University District partners to celebrate the Gateway Bridge on Tuesday, May 7 from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. The Community Expo will take place from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. and features music, food trucks and information on current and future University District projects. The Opening Celebration and Ribbon Cutting is from 1 - 2 p.m. See more information here.
Biomedical Seminar Series
SAC 245 600 N. Riverpoint Blvd.Dr. Radhika Basheer, Associate Professor at Harvard University Medical School, Sleep Medicine Department, will present "Multifaceted Role of the Basal Forebrain in the Regulation of Sleep-Wake Behavior." See more information and how to set up a one-on-one meeting with Dr. Basheer click here.
HRS Training – Hostile Intruder Training
Nurs 119 Spokane, United StatesHow would you react if a hostile intruder were to enter your classroom or office? Are you familiar with the appropriate actions you should consider? Washington State University has mitigated the potential for such an event through a multitude of preventative security measures, but no University in the country is 100% secure. Featuring the video "Shots Fired, When Lightning Strikes" followed by discussion, this training provides a wealth of information and options to bear in mind should the unthinkable happen. REGISTER HERE and see more information.
Faculty Facilitation Methods: Tips and Strategies to Encourage Student Engagement in Small Teams
Nurs 205 203 E Spokane Falls Blvd, Spokane, WAFacilitation Methods: Tips and Strategies to Encourage Student Engagement in Small Teams Most active learning techniques involve the creation of student groups, but merely forming groups does not guarantee student engagement. In this one-hour workshop, we will share instructional tips and strategies that enhance student engagement in small groups. This session is also perfect for […]