No images? Click here September 14, 2020 Interstate Bridge closure delayedODOT has postponed the I-5 Interstate Bridge Trunnion Replacement Project to keep the highway system as clear as possible for wildfire evacuees. New closure dates have not yet been determined. Shop Columbia SportswearThe Columbia Sportswear Employee Store invites WSU Vancouver staff and faculty to shop like an employee. From now until Oct. 4, you and up to four guests may shop from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. seven days a week at the Columbia Sportswear Employee Store located at 14100 NW Science Park Drive, Portland, OR, 97229. Bring a printed copy of this invitation along with a photo ID and proof of affiliation such as your CougarCard, business card or a paystub. Face coverings are required while you shop. EventsScience Seminar: “From Cough Syrup Comes a Novel Signaling Pathway to Regulate Insulin Secretion” 3:10 p.m. Sept. 14 Listen to a talk by Dale Fortin, Ph.D., instructor and leader of the neuroscience program. 3 – 5 p.m. Sept. 16 Explore ways to tap into the assets of historically underserved served students while simultaneously challenging yourself to ask “How can I become a ‘student ready’ educator?” The workshop will connect the concepts and frameworks of Tupac Shakur, Jeff Duncan Andrade, Tara Yosso and Tia McNair to scaffold the learning during this session. Cultural Arts & Equity Hip-Hop Series: Yosimar Reyes 4:30 p.m. Sept. 18 The Center for Intercultural Learning and Affirmation celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with Yosimar Reyes, a nationally-acclaimed poet and public speaker. Born in Guerrero, Mexico, and raised in eastside San Jose, Reyes explores the themes of migration and sexuality in his work. The Advocate named Reyes one of "13 LGBT Latinos Changing the World" and Remezcla included Reyes on their list of "10 Up and Coming Latinx Poets You Need To Know." 6 – 8 p.m. Sept. 18 Join the Recreation Program to watch Patagonia's film, "Public Trust" a film about the fight for America’s 640 million acres of public lands and waters that are being exploited. A private Zoom session will follow the showing for prizes and discussion. BaCe Workshop, “Equity-Mindedness 101: What is My Role in This Work?" 3 – 4 p.m. Sept. 21 Expand your capacity to recognize systems of oppression, hold critical dialogue and engage in making meaning of equity and equity-mindedness at WSU Vancouver. You will learn indicators of equity-mindedness, explore roles in fostering a community of racial equity and belonging, and identify steps to becoming an equity-minded practitioner. Event Accessibility Reminders
Way to GoChancellor Mel Netzhammer was a guest on the The EdUp Experience Podcast President Series, Episode #14, “Students, the Grieving Stage, and Social Unrest in Higher Education.” In this 49-minute interview, you will hear Netzhammer talk about how students are still in the grieving stage as their summer and now fall semesters are disrupted by COVID-19. He also talks about why he thinks university presidents should do more to communicate a stance against social injustice, and how the Portland protests are affecting his students and campus. WSU Vancouver In The NewsWSU Vancouver’s Electronic Literature Lab hosts two international scholars Sept. 8, 2020 renowned scholars will spend the 2020-21 academic year at WSU Vancouver as research affiliates in the Electronic Literature Lab. ... WSUV to replace lawn with wildflower meadow to promote pollinators Sept. 6, 2020 Washington State University Vancouver biology doctoral students Kelsey King, from left, and Rebekah Gaxiola join doctoral candidate Samantha ... |