Are you designated as an ‘Approving Official’ within the Purchasing Card Program? If so, you have certain responsibilities of which you must be aware. This course describes three participant roles and their respective responsibilities, the policy and process for purchasing, reconciliation and documentation, prohibited purchases and the consequences of misuse. This course will take place in Pullman and will be available statewide on Thursday, July 17, from 1:30-2:30 p.m.. It is important to register in advance, to enroll now click here!
Notices and Announcements
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The head of U.S. food and agriculture will address societal changes he refers to as “wicked problems,” – including population growth, climate change and poverty – at 10 a.m. Thursday, July 10, in room T101, Food Science and Human Nutrition building, at Washington State University Pullman.
A 9 a.m. reception will be held before the free, public talk in the ground floor lobby of the building. The talk will be videostreamed live at http://experience.wsu.edu/.
Sonny Ramaswamy, director of the U.S. Department of Agriculture National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA), will deliver WSU’s Sam Smith Lecture, “Setting the Table for a Hotter, Flatter, More Crowded Earth.”
Cheryl Hagelganz, chagelganz@wsu.edu
Kevin Palmer, Housing & Dining Maintenance Services, has been approved for shared leave.
Those interested in donating leave can contact Human Resource Services, 335-4521, or send in a shared-leave donation form to zip 1014, French 139. WSU Policies & Procedures Manual Section 60.58 has information about Shared Leave and forms that can be copied for use. (more…)
Sponsored by the Center for Reproductive Biology, Washington State University and the University of Idaho (more…)
Sam Smith Lecture Series and Reception with Dr. Sonny Ramaswamy has been canceled for Wednesday, July 9.
We are hoping to reschedule this week and will send an announcement when details are available.
Cheryl Hagelganz, Department of Plant Pathology, chagelganz@wsu.edu
Grab a backpack and explore the scenery of Idaho Panhandle National Forest with the Outdoor Recreation Center from July 26-27! The extraordinary views of Steven’s Peak and the Bitterroot Range will give you a new appreciation for nature. Registration is open until July 20 and the cost is $95 for Student Recreation Center members and $125 non-members. The trip cost includes transportation and backpacking equipment. Don’t let the summer pass you by without taking advantage of this amazing opportunity! For more information visit orc.wsu.edu/outdoor-trips-clinics/hiking-backpacking or call (509) 335-8732.
The Organic Farm will be selling fresh vegetables Wednesday from 11 a.m.- 1 p.m. across from the CUB. Come on by to stock up for the week or just get a snack. The summer crops are coming on with the heat so get ready for cucumbers, summer squash, and basil! The farm is also at the Pullman Farmer’s Market Wednesday afternoon from 3:30-6 p.m.
2014 EVENING IN THE GARDEN MUSEUM OF ART/WSU BENEFIT
Saturday, July 12, 2014 from 6-8 pm at Living in the Garden.
TO REGISTER: email annamshannon@wsu.edu or call 509-335-6140
TICKETS: NONMEMBERS, $80 individual, $130 for two
TICKETS: MUSEUM MEMBERS, $65 individual, $110 for two (more…)
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A FedEx Express priority overnight box with the tracking number 7705 2457 5822 from Idexx Laboratories. The product description is IDEXX MAP 5/STRIP – 2 each. The Customer PO is replacement.
Originating in Pullman, this course is available through Academic Media Services. The Personnel Position Payroll Electronic Routing Management System (PERMS) is a personnel action management, routing and approval system that establishes salary payments for faculty, staff and graduate students. PERMS enables the user to authorize, track and communicate the status of the personnel actions. In this training session, taking place on July 16 from 9:30-11 a.m., participants will learn how to use PERMS and its various functions.
Note: Approval to use DEPPS is required prior to receiving access to PERMS.
It is important to register in advance. To do so, click here!
This session takes place on Thursday July 10th from 9-11:00 a.m. Recommended for those whose positions entail cash handling at Washington State University, this course describes the policies and procedures related to the handling of cash, the receipt and deposit of money, and dealing with foreign currency. Additionally, handling a returned check, identifying the proper procedures for safeguarding and securing monies, reimbursing a petty cash fund, and processing a refund are explained.
It is important to register in advance, to sign up now, click here!
Designed for WSU administrative staff, the Graduate Assistantship Processing workshop focuses on PERMS, waivers, new student programs in the Graduate School, trainee internships, English proficiency exams, direct deposit, payroll deductions, meeting deadlines in a timely manner. Departmental best practices are also discussed. This session takes place on July 15 from 9:00-10:30 a.m. and is available via AMS Videoconferencing for non-Pullman locations. It is important to register in advance. To do so, click here to access the course information page within your WSU Online Training Account; then click on the triangular ‘launch’ button.
Come enjoy a scenic bike ride through the Palouse during the National Lentil Festival on August 23! Participants have the option of doing a 50K or 100K ride. The course begins and ends at the Pullman City Playfields and is considered a ride, not a race. If you register by July 27 registration is $35. You are also guaranteed a dry-fit T-shirt with early registration! After July 27, registration is $45. The registration fee includes water and snacks at aid stations during the course and a post-race BBQ. All proceeds benefit the WSU Cycling Club. For more information, please visit www.urec.wsu.edu/events/tour-de-lentil or call (509) 335-UREC.
The public can watch for free through Friday as the region’s top men’s amateur golfers compete at WSU’s Palouse Ridge Golf Club. The 113th Pacific Northwest Men’s Amateur Championship has many notable contenders, visit http://bit.ly/1oChzkd for more history and information. Relax at Banyans, watch some great golf, soak up some summer weather. Call the clubhouse with any questions (509) 335-4342.
MUSEUM OF ART/WSU EVENING IN THE GARDEN BENEFIT
Saturday, July 12, 2014 from 6-8 pm at Living in the Garden.
TO REGISTER: email annamshannon@wsu.edu or call 509-335-6140
Join us for an unforgettable evening and unique “out of Pullman” experience at our fourth annual museum benefit hosted by Scotty Thompson and Suzanne St. Pierre’s beautiful Living in the Garden! The purpose of the benefit is to directly raise funds for outstanding arts programming. (more…)
“Wanted: Professors, post doctorate and graduate students from Washington State University who want to teach science not just as a class but as an event. Must be creative, motivated and willing to learn how to alter the traditional one-way lecture approach of teaching biology, botany, engineering – you name it. Several-day commitment is required. (more…)
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- From Office Depot a UPS ground package with the tracking number 1z049V840344669257. The box contains 1 pack of PROCELL ALKALINE BATTERYIES, SIZE AA, 1.5V.
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Are you planning an event during fall semester for up to 100 people? Consider the Brelsford WSU Visitor Center! The Visitor Center is available for rental after 5pm Monday – Friday, during most weekend hours, and on University holidays. (more…)
The Washington State Magazine has advertising space available in our November 2014 edition!
The award-winning magazine contains WSU news and articles of interest about Washington State. This is a great strategy to reach WSU’s dedicated and involved alumni, faculty, and friends. The deadline to reserve advertising space in our Winter 2014 edition, also our Apple Cup edition which circulates the beginning of November, is July 31. Some of the benefits include: (more…)
The Women’s Resource Center is seeking a Graduate Assistant for Academic Year 2014/15
The Graduate Assistant will report to and work with the Director to support the Center by managing multiple projects to help meet the Center’s goals. The GA will be responsible for electronic website updates, creation, design, and to develop printed communication materials related to the WRC. View full job description here.
Contact: Turea Erwin, WRC Director at turea_erwin@wsu.edu