Looking for a Win-Win? At WSU you have many ways to save for your future, and also be able to reduce your taxable income now. You also have an option to save retirement monies that will be tax-free in the future. (more…)
Notices and Announcements
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Dr. Tom Tripp will lead the discussion in the next session featured in the Department Chairs and Directors Workshop series. All employees are welcome to attend. (more…)
The Student Financial Services (SFS) staff is excited to extend an invitation to the WSU community to attend its Open House Celebration on Wednesday, November 5. Please feel free to drop in anytime between 3 and 6 p.m. that day for light refreshments and a close-up look of the SFS operation. SFS Assistant Vice (more…)
This week is our last U-Pick for the 2014 growing season at the WSU Tukey Orchard at the junction of Terre View Drive and Airport Road. We will continue already picked fruit sales through the month of November. (more…)
Nominate someone for the 2015 MLK Distinguished Service Awards. We all know people and groups throughout Washington State University that do outstanding community service throughout the year, both on and off campus. Wouldn’t it be great to see them get the recognition they deserve? Consider nominating the individuals and groups that you know for WSU’s MLK Distinguished Service Awards. The nomination deadline is Friday, November 21. (more…)
Nominate someone for the 2015 MLK Distinguished Service Awards. We all know people and groups throughout Washington State University that do outstanding community service throughout the year, both on and off campus. Wouldn’t it be great to see them get the recognition they deserve? Consider nominating the individuals and groups that you know for WSU’s MLK Distinguished Service Awards. The nomination deadline is Friday, November 21. (more…)
Dr. Anita Cory worked at Washington State University for over 20 years, focusing on the growth and development of student leaders in the fraternity/sorority community, and most recently on assessment and strategic planning for the Division of Student Affairs. This December, she will be recognized by the Association of Fraternity/Sorority Advisors (AFA) as a recipient of the Sue Kraft Fussell Distinguished Service Award for her commitment to the profession and (more…)
Professor Gary Arthur from Grays Harbor College and the Evergreen State College Reservation-Based Native Studies program will be on campus in Pullman this week to conduct classroom case study events on the American Indian mascot controversy. In addition to his anthropology and comparative ethnic studies classroom events, Professor Arthur will be discussing his most recent Enduring Legacies case, ‘The Aftermath of Redskins Indian Mascot Decisions: What’s Next?’ as well as reservation-based education opportunities in the Northwest on Friday, October 31, from 3-4:30 p.m. in College Hall, Room 220. (more…)
On Monday, Nov. 3, removal of the portable cell tower will take place by Verizon . Stadium Way will experience minor traffic revisions and the sidewalk west of Stadium Way will be closed between Wilson Road and Johnson Road during tower removal. Stadium Way will be reduced to single lane traffic for up to 20 minutes Monday morning. Access to the bus stop will be maintained by Verizon safety personnel. Traffic controllers will be present along with signage. Please follow the directions of the safety personnel and traffic controllers.
Dr. Karen Sanguinet, Assistant Professor, Department of Crop and Soil Sciences, WSU, presents
“What’s the buzz? The secret life of plant roots”
Wednesday, November 5, at 12:10 p.m.
Webster 17
This Thursday, Oct. 30, Verizon will be making adjustments to the portable cell tower adjacent to the stadium to provide greater service during this weekend’s home football game. The sidewalk west of Stadium Way between Wilson Road and Johnson Road will be closed this Thursday. Access to the bus stop will be maintained by Verizon safety personnel. Please follow the directions of the safety personnel. (more…)
Do you sometimes have to deliver unpleasant news? How do you convey challenging information in a way that corrects problems, protects relationships and results in ultimate success? This workshop examines many of the common barriers to effective communication and provides tips and skills for successful interaction. This session takes place in Pullman and available statewide through AMS Videoconferencing on Thursday, November 6, from 2-3:30 p.m.
It is important to register in advance. To do so, click here.
You MUST complete a spousal attestation for the 2015 plan year, if you have or will have a spouse or registered domestic partner enrolled on your PEBB medical coverage in 2015. The attestation must be completed between November 1st through 30th. (more…)
Purchasing Card Applications are available at BPPM 70.08.19
In this training program you will learn about conducting a vehicle inspection, safe driving skills and driving environments. Additional driving concerns and collision reporting procedures are also discussed. This program is highly recommended for drivers of WSU cargo or passenger vans. This training takes place on Thursday, November 6, from 9-11:30 a.m. To register now, click here!
Explore the Palouse and take a day hike through the woods of Moscow Mountain on Nov. 15! Outdoor Recreation Center (ORC) facilitators will guide patrons through trails on the east side of the mountain and, if time permits, the group will reach the summit. Registration ends Nov. 9 and costs $15 for Student Recreation Center (SRC) members and $20 for nonmembers. Please note that spots are closing quickly! This trip includes transportation and trip leaders. For more information, please visit urec.wsu.edu/outdoor-recreation or call 335-1892.
Nominations are now being accepted for the 2014-2015 President’s Employee Excellence Awards. The nomination period runs through December 3 at 5 p.m.
Five awards are given annually to recognize outstanding contributions by WSU administrative professionals and classified employees from across the state. The winners, selected based on a review of nominations and recommendations received by the President’s Employee Excellence Awards Committee, each receive $2,500 and will be recognized at Showcase in March 2015. (more…)
Monday, November 3, at noon in CUE 319
Chongmin Wang from the Environmental Molecular Sciences, Pacific Northwest National Laboratory will be our guest speaker. The topic is: In-situ TEM: The techniques and their application for studying energy storage and catalytic materials (more…)
In as little as 30 seconds you can determine if you may be pre-diabetic. By taking a short quiz, you may discover you are on the borderline of becoming a Type 2 diabetic. And if you are, then be provided with tools and resources to help you prevent this from occurring. (more…)
The November national elections are coming up fast on Tuesday, November 4, and we want every Coug’s voice to be heard. While it is not a presidential election year, there will still be many important issues on your ballot, and this is your chance to voice your concerns about critical issues. (more…)