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ESF College of Medicine hosts Fall Learning Days for all faculty
All faculty on the WSU Health Sciences Spokane campus are welcome to attend the Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine's Fall Learning Days Sept. 30 - Oct. 1. You can sign up for a session here to meet your professional, personal and faculty development needs. See More Information Here.
CANCELLED – Drop-in Portrait Session
CANCELLED – Drop-in Portrait Session
Campus photographer Cori Kogan has set up a drop-in portrait session for Monday, Sept. 30 in SAC 515. Portraits are free for employees. See more information here.
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HRS Workshop – Fiscal Audits and Internal Controls
HRS Workshop – Fiscal Audits and Internal Controls
Fiscal Audits and Internal Controls: This course identifies and defines internal controls at Washington State University, explaining their role, purpose and impact, as well as who is responsible for them. Additionally, this course will provide overview on what is looked for in an audit and describes the different types of audits common to the University. See more details and registration information here. You must register for this session to ensure a room is assigned for this training.
The Clothesline Project
The Clothesline Project
The Clothesline Project honors survivors of intimate partner violence. Anyone who has experienced such violence, at any time in their life, is encouraged to come forward and design a shirt. Survivors’ families and friends are also invited to participate. October 1st - 11th SAC Lobby 11:30 am - 1:30 pm
State of Health Sciences Forum with Dr. DeWald
State of Health Sciences Forum with Dr. DeWald
Join Daryll DeWald, vice president and chancellor, WSU Health Sciences, for the State of Health Sciences Forum on Tuesday, Oct. 1. See more information here regarding times and locations and how to RSVP.
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Biomedical Sciences Seminar Series
Biomedical Sciences Seminar Series
Dr. Stephen Morairty will be visiting WSU Spokane on October 2nd. Please plan to attend his seminar at 11:00am in SAC 249, entitled 'EEG Biomarkers of Disease Progression in Mouse Models of Huntington's Disease'. Everyone is invited. See more information about his work and research here. Sign up for a meeting and/or meal time here, also.
HRS Training – Supervisor Training Series
HRS Training – Supervisor Training Series
Understanding and Managing Leave: Do you ever feel you have to navigate a maze when an employee requests leave? Do you find yourself asking multiple questions regarding the type of leave, how leave is requested, or which leave is handled at the department or HRS level? Other questions come into play when noting leave on time sheets. See more information here and how to enroll for this training. You must register for this session for a room to be assigned.
NEP Seminar Series
NEP Seminar Series
Join Brad Roy, Ph.D., as he talks about "Less Medicine, More Health: Clinical outcomes from the SMFC's Journey to Wellness Program." This is part of the Nutrition and Exercise Physiology 505 course. Everyone is invited to attend this seminar series. Contact Dr. Hans Haverkamp with any questions at 368-6912.
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HRS Fiscal Management Workshop
HRS Fiscal Management Workshop
Travel: Basic Forms and Procedures - This class covers the WSU forms and processes from the Travel Authority to the final Travel Expense Voucher being submitted. It also addresses Washington State Invoice Vouchers and airfare purchasing. See more information and registration details here. You must register for this session to ensure a room is assigned for this training.
HRS Workshop – Purchasing Card: New Cardholders
HRS Workshop – Purchasing Card: New Cardholders
Purchasing Card: New Cardholders - This course is the required training for participants in the WSU Purchasing Card Program. Account Reconcilers are strongly encouraged to attend and attendance is required of all new Cardholders. You must register for this session to ensure a room is assigned for this training.
ALS Forum – 2019
ALS Forum – 2019
Join a panel discussion of patients with ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis/Lou Gehrig's Disease). The 2019 topic is: "If you wrote a letter, what would it say?" See more information here. Everyone is invited.
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Indigenous Peoples Day: Watch Columbus Day Legacy with discussion
Indigenous Peoples Day: Watch Columbus Day Legacy with discussion
Watch Columbus Day Legacy with discussion to follow October 14 @ 12:00 pm in the Student Diversity Center | SAC 105 Columbus Day Legacy explores the quintessential American issues of free speech and ethnic pride against the backdrop of the ongoing Columbus Day parade controversy in Denver, Colorado. Navajo filmmaker Bennie Klain takes viewers into […]
Research Administration Series Workshop – Facilities and Administration Costs
Research Administration Series Workshop – Facilities and Administration Costs
Understanding Facilities and Administration Costs: This course provides insight into the purpose and use of facilities and administrative costs charged to sponsored projects. It addresses the importance of collecting those costs and WSU's policy on exceptions to sponsors. View more details and registration information here. You must register for this session to secure a room.
Department Chairs and Directors Training Workshop
Department Chairs and Directors Training Workshop
We're all Data Nerds: What information is out there, where, and how to use it -- The Department Chairs and Directors Training Workshops are designed to address the needs of current and experienced chairs, faculty and administrators of academic units. This workshop provides information and insight into successfully accessing, using, managing and producing the various types of data which make the university go around. See more details and information to enroll and print course materials here.
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HRS Fiscal Management Workshop Series
HRS Fiscal Management Workshop Series
Department Pay
All departments must have two people who have been trained in inputting hours for hourly staff and reviewing gross pay for departmental employees. You cannot access DEPTPAY without this training. Authorized access to DEPPS is a prerequisite to attending this course. See more details and registration information here. You must register to ensure a room is scheduled for this training session.
New Employee Orientation
New Employee Orientation
Human Resource Services presents a New Employee Orientation that is designed as a 3-part workshop over the course of 1 day. In the morning, we conduct the first portion which is applicable to all employees. In the afternoon, we split off into 2 different retirement sections depending on what your employment type is; there are different retirement options for different employment types. See more information and registration details here.
New Mobile Medical Unit Available to View
New Mobile Medical Unit Available to View
Join the campus community for a special preview of the new mobile medical unit on the SAC patio. Learn about the road that led to the creation of the new mobile medical unit brand and be the first to see the mobile medical unit before it's introduced to the Spokane community. It is kindly requested that no photographs are taken during this event.
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Essential Skills for the Developing Leader
Essential Skills for the Developing Leader
Supervisor as Safety Manager: This course includes information on the New Employee Safety Checklist, the Supervisors' Safety Manual, WSU's Accident Prevention Program, Hostile Intruder Response, WSU's Alert System and the supervisor's role in performing inspections and reporting and investigating accidents. See more information and details here.
Equity Training
Equity Training
Equity 101: Defining and Cultivating Inclusive Excellence at WSU: WSU's Diversity Education Program provides this course to give participants a competitive edge in today's multicultural labor market. Participants will learn how to deal with different cultural values, norms, customs and expectations in today's workplace using best practice techniques and real world leadership skills. Find registration details and more information here.
BrowZine Workshop – SAC Library
BrowZine Workshop – SAC Library
BrowZine is available for Washington State University students, faculty and staff. BroZine helps keep track of scholarly journals in your subject areas, allowing you to browse, read, save and export articles on your mobile device or desktop. See details for ZOOM access here.
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HRS Fiscal Management Series
HRS Fiscal Management Series
Purchasing Card: Reconcilers and PaymentNet4 Users: Required for staff members new to PCard reconciliation responsibilities and recommended for experienced PCard Reconcilers. The course content includes:Â The role and responsibilities of the PCard Reconciler, organizing and maintaining PCard documentation, an overview of budget coding elements used for transaction reconciliation, PaymentNet4 basics, such as: system set up, access, reconciling transactions, and reporting, PaymentNet4 deep dive into more advanced topics, such as: tax, coding splits, transaction queries, and restricted transaction reporting, tips and tricks for: checking the balance on cards, looking up declines, identifying disputes, and submitting fraud cases. See more details and registration here. You must register to ensure a room is booked for this training.
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Portrait Session for WSUS Employees
Portrait Session for WSUS Employees
Please drop by SAC 515 if you need an updated or new portrait for your office or department, Cori Kogan, our campus photographer will hold a photo session from 11:00am - 12:30pm.
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New Employee Orientation
New Employee Orientation
New Employee Orientation is a three-part workshop over the course of one day. The morning portion is applicable to all employees. The group splits off into two different retirement sections in the afternoon, depending on employment type. It is highly recommended that all new employees attend New Employee Orientation as it helps to alleviate unknowns, answer employment and benefit-related questions, and fosters a smooth transition into the campus community. See more information and registration details here. You must register to have a room reserved for this training.
FREE Car Care Fair at SCC
FREE Car Care Fair at SCC
The annual Car Care Fair is this Saturday, October 12 from 9am – 3pm at Spokane Community College. Automotive Specialists will provide a FREE vehicle inspection on air filters, belts/hoses, lights, vital fluids, tire pressure/wear and wiper blades. This is a great opportunity to get your car ready for winter. See more details here.
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Lunch and Learn with Glenn Prestwich – Hosted by Association of Women in Science
Lunch and Learn with Glenn Prestwich – Hosted by Association of Women in Science
Glenn Prestwich will present An Accidental Entrepreneur - From Bugs to Drugs. See more information and RSVP details here. Everyone is invited to attend.
Biomedical Sciences Seminar – Dr. Edna Cukierman
Biomedical Sciences Seminar – Dr. Edna Cukierman
Dr. Edna Cukierman will be visiting WSU Spokane on October 15th. Please plan to attend her seminar at 12:00pm in SAC 345, entitled 'OCOGENIC SYNAPSES: Stromal Regulators of PDAC Metabolic Support & Innate Immunosuppression.' Please see more details here and to sign up for a meeting and/or meal time with Dr. Cukierman.
DMECS Research Connections Series
DMECS Research Connections Series
The Research Connections Series of the Department of Medical Education and Clinical Sciences aims to showcase talented and productive faculty and their great research, while also spurring new collaborations within and across departments, colleges and campuses. Join Amanda Lamp, Ph.D. and Jennifer LeTourneau, DO, MCR, FACP, FCCM. See more details regarding presentation topics and ZOOM access here.
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Research Administration Series – Award Administration -BALANCES and Data Warehouse
Research Administration Series – Award Administration -BALANCES and Data Warehouse
This section of award administration presents tricks, shortcuts and useful information about BALANCES and FACTS that are especially useful for grants management. See complete details about this training and how to enroll.
HRS – WSU Welcome! session
HRS – WSU Welcome! session
Human Resource Services will present a Welcome! session for new WSU Health Sciences Spokane employees. This session will cover Spokane campus/history, policies, how to navigate the campus, and other informative topics. See REGISTRATION and complete session details here.
Research Administration Series Training – Award Administration: MyResearch
Research Administration Series Training – Award Administration: MyResearch
This section of award administration describes the features and functions of WSU's MyResearch portal. See complete training details and how to enroll.
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HRS Training – I-9 Services training
HRS Training – I-9 Services training
This course is aimed at individuals responsible for processing I-9’s (Employment Eligibility Verification forms) in their departments. You may have already taken this course; it is not an update, however there may be other individuals who may be interested in taking this course. Please share this information with individuals in your area. See more information here.
HRS – Supervisor Training Series – Equal Opportunity Issues for Supervisors
HRS – Supervisor Training Series – Equal Opportunity Issues for Supervisors
What is a supervisor's role in responding to alleged incidents of workplace discrimination, sexual harassment or sexual misconduct in the workplace? This course describes the role of the WSU supervisor in regard to minimizing institutional liability in these areas. See more details and enroll and print course materials here. You need to enroll to make sure a room is provided for this training session.
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Re-accreditation Public Comment Requested – Speech and Hearing Sciences Master’s Program
Re-accreditation Public Comment Requested – Speech and Hearing Sciences Master’s Program
The Department of Speech and Hearing Sciences' master's (M.S.) education program in speech-language pathology is seeking re-accreditation by the Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech- Language Pathology (CAA) of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA). Students and consumers are invited to attend a public meeting on Oct. 21 from 4:45 to 5:30 p.m. in HSB 125E. See more details here.
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New Employee Orientation
New Employee Orientation
Human Resource Services presents a New Employee Orientation that is designed as a 3-part workshop over the course of 1 day. In the morning, we conduct the first portion which is applicable to all employees. In the afternoon, we split off into 2 different retirement sections depending on what your employment type is; there are different retirement options for different employment types. See more information and registration details here.
Are You, or a Friend or Family Member, interested in Becoming a Teacher?
Are You, or a Friend or Family Member, interested in Becoming a Teacher?
The College of Education's one-year Master in Teaching Program is located on the WSU Health Sciences Spokane campus and allows individuals with any undergraduate degree to earn their Teaching Certificate and Master's Degree in just 13 months. See complete details here and how to get started.
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HRS Training – AIS: DEPPS
HRS Training – AIS: DEPPS
This course is aimed at individuals responsible for using this system in their departments. You may have already taken this course; it is not an update, however there may be other individuals who may be interested in taking this course. Please share this information with individuals in your area. See more details and registration information here.
Faculty Civil Rights – Compliance Rights and Responsibilities
Faculty Civil Rights – Compliance Rights and Responsibilities
Faculty rights, reporting requirements and obligations under EP 15 and Title IX. See more details and registration information here.
Association for Women in Science – Lunch and Learn
Association for Women in Science – Lunch and Learn
Advancing the Careers of Women in STEM at Predominantly Undergraduate Institutions through Professional Networks - Lunch and learn with An Advocate for Women in STEM. AWIS Inland NW (Spokane) invites you to a Lunch and Learn event with special guest Joanne Smieja, Ph.D., professor of inorganic chemistry at Gonzaga University where she has been a faculty member for 32 years. See complete details and RSVP information here.
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HRS Training – Business Policies, Procedures, and Records Retention
HRS Training – Business Policies, Procedures, and Records Retention
This workshop discusses how to use WSU's Business Policies and Procedures Manual, how the manual is updated and its history. Records scheduling, records retention and state records requirements are also discussed. View more details and registration information here.
HRS Training – Corrective Action and Discipline Process
HRS Training – Corrective Action and Discipline Process
This course enhances management skills by reviewing WSU's corrective action and disciplinary processes and discussing actual corrective / disciplinary action cases. Learn from others' experiences. See complete details and information to enroll. Be sure to enroll so a room is secured for this training session.
HRS Training – Public Records Requests
HRS Training – Public Records Requests
As a public institution, Washington State University is obligated to produce, upon request, any records or documents it keeps of its activities. This course is designed to acquaint managers with the basics of the Public Records Law, the types of records that are public and must be produced, WSU policy relating to public records and the process for responding thereto. See complete details and registration here.
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HRS Training – Service Animal Policy
HRS Training – Service Animal Policy
Overview of EP 39 and rights and responsibilities of animal handlers and the WSU community. Includes situational examples. See more information and registration here.
Speech and Hearing Sciences Career Fair for Graduate Students
Speech and Hearing Sciences Career Fair for Graduate Students
The career fair, hosted by WSU Speech and Hearing Sciences and the EWU Communication Sciences and Disorders departments, is Friday, Oct. 25 from 1 - 4 p.m. in the HSB atrium.
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Meet with a TIAA-CREF representative
Meet with a TIAA-CREF representative
A TIAA-CREF representative will be on campus to help you understand your retirement funds and how to best meet your upcoming plans for the future. Set up a time to meet with a representative on campus. These are 30 minute slots.  Sign up here.
Drop-in Photo Session
Drop-in Photo Session
Need a new or updated portrait for your department website or photo board? Campus photographer Cori Kogan has set up a drop-by portrait session. Photos are free for employees.
Office of Civil Rights Training Opportunity
Office of Civil Rights Training Opportunity
The Office of Civil Rights Compliance and Investigation is sponsoring the following training opportunities in Pullman and via Zoom: Graduate Student Rights and Responsibilities under WSU's policy prohibiting discrimination, sexual harassment, and sexual misconduct. See more details and registration information here. Contact Jim Mohr for more information.
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HRS Training – Online Position Description and Recruitment System (OPDRS)
HRS Training – Online Position Description and Recruitment System (OPDRS)
Through the utilization of Washington State University's simplified routing process, the Online Position Description and Recruitment System eliminates the need for nearly all paper forms and provides an electronic routing and approval process. The result is a completely online environment for position descriptions and the recruitment process. See more details and registration information here.
Meet with a TIAA-CREF Representative here on campus
Meet with a TIAA-CREF Representative here on campus
A TIAA-CREF representative will be on campus to help you understand your retirement funds and how to best meet your upcoming plans for the future. Set up a time to meet with a representative on campus. These are 30 minute slots.  Sign up here.
OCRCI Training – Student/Student Employee Rights and Responbilities
OCRCI Training – Student/Student Employee Rights and Responbilities
The Office of Civil Rights Compliance and Investigation is sponsoring the following training opportunities in Pullman and via Zoom: Student/Student Employee Rights and Responsibilities under WSU's Policy Prohibiting Discrimination, Sexual Harassment, and Sexual Misconduct (EP 15). See more details and registration information here. Contact James Mohr for more information.
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Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine – Research Grant Rounds
Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine – Research Grant Rounds
Dedra Buchwald, professor, Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine and director, Initiative for Research and Education to Advance Community Health (IREACH), Washington State University, will present Changing the Status Quo: Work with Underserved Populations in Washington and Beyond. A light lunch will be provided. See more information and ZOOM access.
NEP Seminar Series
NEP Seminar Series
Join Caroline Smith, Ph.D., as she talks about "Human Sweat Mapping and Applications for Clothing Design." This is part of the Nutrition and Exercise Physiology 505 course. Everyone is invited to attend this seminar series. Contact Dr. Hans Haverkamp with any questions at 368-6912.
OCRCI Training – Title IX -Know your Rights: Overview of student rights and the University’s obligations
OCRCI Training – Title IX -Know your Rights: Overview of student rights and the University’s obligations
The Office of Civil Rights Compliance and Investigation is sponsoring the following training opportunity in Pullman and via Zoom: Title IX - Know your Rights: Overview of student rights and the University's obligations under Title IX. See more details and registration information here. Contact James Mohr for more information.
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HRS Training – AIS: Account Balances
HRS Training – AIS: Account Balances
Washington State University's mainframe application BALANCES is explored in this course. In this hands-on classroom experience, you will practice navigating through the system, extracting information, and working with the data therein. Authorized access to Balances is a prerequisite to attending this course. See complete details and registration information here.
Nursing hosts Trick or Treat So All Can Eat
Nursing hosts Trick or Treat So All Can Eat
College of Nursing students will host the third annual "Trick or Treat So All Can Eat," a Halloween event for kids 12 and under who have dietary restrictions or other special needs. The students provide games, crafts, prizes, photos and more, plus Halloween treats that are gluten- and peanut-free and have carb counts listed, in an accessible facility. Free on-site parking - Please help spread the word!