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WSU Announces Leadership Transition in Libraries, Trevor Bond to Serve as Interim Dean
Jay Starratt, the Dean of Libraries at Washington State University (WSU) since 2007, has announced he will step down for personal health reasons. During his tenure, the WSU Libraries have expanded and innovated. Starratt will continue at the university as a professor within the Libraries.
Bates Technical College in Tacoma Seeks New Director of Nursing, Applications Open Until May 26
Bates Technical College in Tacoma, WA, is seeking a Director of Nursing. This full-time position offers an annual salary between $120,000 and $135,000. The role is listed as job number 24-027 in the Instruction Downtown Department. Applications are open from April 17, 2024, to May 26, 2024, ending at 11:59 PM Pacific. Applications submitted by April 30, 2024, will receive priority consideration. Reviews of applications will begin on April 21, 2024, and continue weekly.
University of Idaho Announces Scholarship Recipients at Lionel Hampton Jazz Festival
MOSCOW - At this year’s Lionel Hampton Jazz Festival, four talented young musicians were awarded scholarships by the Avista Foundation for their outstanding performances, including a student from Lewiston. Sydney Jacobson, a vocalist from Lake City High School in Coeur d’Alene, received the top scholarship of $1,500. In the...
WSU Announces New Leadership for Writing Program, Angela Mitchell to Take Charge
Washington State University (WSU) has announced Angela Mitchell as the new director of its Writing Program, effective July 1. Mitchell, currently the director of first-year writing at the University of North Carolina-Charlotte (UNC), has extensive experience in university writing programs, teaching, and research. William B. Davis, WSU's interim vice provost for academic engagement and student achievement, welcomed Mitchell, noting her background and the new perspectives she is expected to bring.
Washington State University Announces Budget Adjustments for 2025
PULLMAN - Washington State University (WSU) is set to implement strategic reallocations in its core fund budgets, resulting in a $5.5 million reduction for the fiscal year 2025. This cut represents less than 1% of WSU's $1.3 billion total annual budget and a 1.61% decrease in the core fund operating budget.
Fundraising Effort Launched to Send Local Music Student to Honors Performance Series
CLARKSTON - A local 14-year-old has been selected to participate in the Honors Performance Series this summer in California. A fundraising effort has been launched to help make the experience a reality for the Clarkston music student. According to the program's website, the Middle School Honors Performance Series, at the...
WSU Awards $61,000 in Fellowships to Local Undergraduates for 2024-25 Research Projects
In the 2024-25 academic year, Washington State University (WSU) will provide $61,000 in fellowships to forty undergraduate students. These students are from WSU's campuses in Pullman, Spokane, Tri-Cities, and Vancouver, and they study a variety of subjects. The fellowships will help them pay for their research and creative projects under faculty supervision.
U of I Spring Commencement Ceremonies set for This Weekend
MOSCOW - More than 2,300 Vandals are eligible to receive at least 2,531 degrees at University of Idaho’s Spring Commencement ceremonies, with Winter 2023 graduates invited to join the Spring 2024 graduates. Ceremonies begin Saturday, May 11, and continue across the state through Monday, May 20. A U of...
WSU Receives Grant for Breakthrough Concrete Sealer Research Benefiting Local Infrastructure
Washington State University (WSU) has received a $49,000 grant from the M.J. Murdock Charitable Trust for research on a new concrete sealer. This sealer aims to improve the durability of concrete structures like bridges and pavements by protecting against salt and water damage. The project is led by Professor Xianming Shi and graduate student Zhipeng Li from the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering.
Local Achievements Spotlighted at Carson College of Business Annual Awards
Washington State University's Carson College of Business recently hosted its annual awards event to recognize the achievements of its faculty, staff, and PhD students. The event celebrated contributions that have enhanced the college's reputation in business education.
WSU's Tom Collins Promoted, Pioneers Grape Smoke Research Benefiting Local Vineyards
Washington State University (WSU) has promoted Tom Collins to associate professor in the Department of Viticulture and Enology (V&E). Collins, who joined WSU in 2015, has also been named the first Jackson Family Wines Endowed Professor. He expressed his appreciation for his team's support and acknowledged their role in his success.
Explore Brain Science with Harvard Expert at WSU Spokane This Monday
Dr. Takao Hensch, a professor at Harvard University, will present a seminar at WSU Spokane. This event is part of the TMP/SPRC Seminar Series and is scheduled for May 14, 2024, from 12:10 to 1:00 p.m. It will take place in-person at the Spokane Center for Clinical Research and Simulation, room 250, and online via Zoom.
Local Professor Bernie Van Wie Honored with Prestigious Lifetime Award in Chemical Engineering Education
Bernie Van Wie, a professor at the Gene and Linda Voiland School of Chemical Engineering and Bioengineering, has received the 2024 Donald R. Woods Lectureship Award. This award, given by the Chemical Engineering Division of the American Society for Engineering Education (ASEE), acknowledges Van Wie's contributions to chemical engineering education. He is set to give a lecture on his teaching innovations at the ASEE national meeting in Portland, Oregon, in June.
New WSU Course to Explore Infrastructure and Racial History in East Pasco
The new graduate course, Issues in Architecture (Architecture 542), is a joint effort by Washington State University Pullman and WSU Tri-Cities. Set to start in spring 2024, the course will examine infrastructural racism, focusing on its impact on east Pasco's built environment. It aims to uncover the racial history of the area and highlight the experiences of its marginalized communities.
SEL Scholarship Program Awards 14 Scholarships for 2024–2025 Academic Year
PULLMAN - Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) is pleased to announce the latest recipients of its annual scholarship program. SEL has awarded $5,000 scholarships to 14 outstanding students working to earn degrees in engineering or applied technology. From a pool of 287 applicants, these exceptional scholars were selected based on their...
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