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Campus FYI for 5/16A newsletter for WSU Vancouver faculty and staff. |
2016 Vancouver IT survey results availableFor the second year, Vancouver IT conducted a survey to help the team identify and prioritize IT service improvements. The TechQual+ survey, conducted in February, was completed by 278 students, 100 faculty and 105 staff members. It reveals improved cell coverage as a top technology need for all those who took the survey. Faculty and students also identified the Blackboard learning management system as an area for improvement. Campus CIO Michael Stamper said compared to 2015, the overall TechQual+ survey results show improvement in 90 percent of service areas. “Results from faculty and staff show improving perceptions for the majority of IT services on campus, especially in the connectivity and access areas,” he said. 
Commencement ceremony available onlineIf you were unable to attend the 2016 Commencement ceremony, you can view CVTV’s broadcast online or from the commencement landing page. It also plays periodically on CVTV. Check your TV schedule for times. 
Provide feedback on commencementTwo 2016 Commencement surveys are available online. There is one version for faculty and another for volunteers. Both surveys are short, and your feedback is important to continuously improving WSU Vancouver’s biggest event of the year. 
Hit the fitness center this summerSummer hours: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Monday through Friday WSU Vancouver’s fitness center, located in the basement of the library, is free to students, staff and faculty. Summer is a great time to work in a lunchtime or after-work sweat session. If you’re interested in more ways to stay fit and healthy, visit the WellCoug web pages. Events“Black Girls in Suburbia” 6:30 p.m. May 19 Attend the YWCA Social Change Film Festival to see a screening of “Black Girl in Suburbia” followed by a panel discussion with film director Melissa Lowery; Dolly England, Clark College diversity outreach manager; Luz María Gordillo, associate professor and program leader for critical culture, gender and race studies; Jasmine Rucker, president of Black People United WSUV; and Luisa Cruz-Vazquez, president of LULAC Collegiate WSUV. |
WSU Vancouver In The NewsWSU Vancouver graduation ‘an emotional day’ May 7, 2016 By Lauren Drake Nearly 1,000 Washington State University Vancouver students graduated Saturday. Shortly before taking the stage at the Sunlight Supply Amphitheater, Debika Finucane, a 21-year-old psychology student, looked at Paula Achter, 62, who after eight years was receiving a certificate in human development. “We made it, Paula,” Finucane said. Once on meth, Allegra Koupal now graduating WSUV with honors May 6, 2016 By Susan Parrish When Allegra Koupal crosses the stage to receive her college diploma Saturday, she will be completing an arduous journey that began with a single step in a Clark County Jail cell five years ago. That’s when she hit rock bottom. Warmer future for Northwest forests foreseen in WSUV research May 2, 2016 By Dameon Pesanti Created by WSUV scientists Jean Liénard, Nikolay Strigul and John Harrison, the Tolerance Distribution Model is a new mathematical model that ... Other sources: 
RemindersCampus will be closed May 30 in observance of Memorial Day Nominate a notable alumna/alumnus through May 31 
Way to go!Linda Eddy, associate professor and academic director for the College of Nursing; and Renee Hoeksel, professor in the College of Nursing, were recognized as adopted Cougars at an event late last month. They were adopted for exhibiting genuine loyalty and affection for WSU, and for fully knowing and understanding what makes Cougar Spirit special. Nikki Hinshaw, student activities advisor for the Office of Student Affairs and Enrollment, has won APAC’s Administrative Professional Contribution Award. This award recognizes WSU administrative professionals who have contributed beyond their expected or required performance in their area/unit, for the university and the community by making a unique difference and/or their efforts have had a far-reaching impact. Katrina Long, program support supervisor for public safety, graduated with a bachelor’s degree in history May 7. It’s her second bachelor’s degree. Her first was in human development. Katrina volunteered by managing cart drivers and wheelchair pushers at the ADA entrance to the amphitheater on commencement day before she jumped into her regalia and got in line to process. Congratulations, Katrina! |
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