Schedule
Events throughout the week
Dates, times, and locations may change, so please check this page frequently.
Monday, March 25
Showcase for Undergraduate Research and Creative Activities (SURCA)
3:30–5:00 p.m., poster presentations and demonstrations
M.G. Carey Senior Ballroom, Compton Union Building
5:00–5:45 p.m., awards ceremony
Auditorium (room 117), Compton Union Building
Look, listen, and learn from WSU undergraduate students engaged in mentored research, scholarship, and creative activities. Freshmen through seniors in all disciplines compete for awards by sharing original contributions to their fields. The public is invited to attend.
Tuesday, March 26
State of the University Address
3:10 p.m.
Bryan Hall Auditorium
President Schulz highlights the University’s accomplishments of the past 12 months. Q & A and a reception will follow the address.
Wednesday, March 27
Three-Minute Thesis
1:00 p.m.
SPARK Academic Innovation Hub
In this research communication competition, doctoral students have 3 minutes to present a compelling oration on their thesis and its significance. Developed by the University of Queensland in Australia, Three-Minute Thesis (3MT®) challenges students to consolidate their ideas and research discoveries so they can present them concisely to a non-specialist audience.
Distinguished Faculty Address
3:45 P.M.
Junior Ballroom, Compton Union Building
The annual Distinguished Faculty Address honors a faculty member who has risen to the front ranks of his or her discipline through achievements in research, scholarship, and teaching. This year’s presenter will be Dr. Maureen Schmitter-Edgecombe, professor in the Department of Psychology.
Everyone welcome. Reservations are appreciated. Register for the event by Friday, March 22.
Food and drink available during the presentation. Reception will immediately follow the address.
Thursday, March 28
Academic Showcase
9:00 a.m.–noon
M.G. Carey Senior Ballroom, Compton Union Building
This poster session celebrates the achievements of faculty, staff, and graduate students engaged in WSU’s central mission: the advancement of scholarship, research, and the arts. Work will be on display for the campus community to view.
GPSA Research Exposition
9:00 a.m.–noon
M.G. Carey Senior Ballroom, Compton Union Building
WSU Pullman graduate and professional students present their original research, scholarship, and/or creative work while competing for $9,600 in awards.
Emeritus Society Legacy of Excellence Lecture
4:00 p.m.
Todd Hall, room 130
A lecture entitled “What is left to say about Virginia Woolf?” will be delivered by Diane Gillespie, professor emerita of English. Dr. Gillespie is this year’s recipient of the Emeritus Society Legacy of Excellence Award.
Friday, March 29
Crimson Reads: A Celebration of WSU Authors
2:00 p.m.
Terrell Library Atrium
Join us in honoring the diverse publishing achievements of WSU faculty, students, staff, alumni and retirees. This event recognizes those who have authored/co-authored or edited a book (including ebooks) within the past year.
Celebrating Excellence Banquet
5:30 p.m., social hour begins
6:30 p.m., banquet with presentation of honors
M.G. Carey Senior Ballroom, Compton Union Building
Join us in honoring the outstanding achievements of WSU faculty and staff. An awards program recognizes distinguished members of the University community.
Reservations required. Space is limited. Reserve seats by Friday, March 15.
Business attire suggested.