BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//College of Nursing - ECPv6.1.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:College of Nursing X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://nursing.wsu.edu X-WR-CALDESC:Events for College of Nursing REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20260308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20261101T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20270314T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20271107T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260916T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260916T193000 DTSTAMP:20261113T141528 CREATED:20260820T175106Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T175106Z UID:990089-1789581600-1789587000@nursing.wsu.edu SUMMARY:Perspectives of Pain from Pediatric Palliative Care DESCRIPTION:Speaker\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJenni Linebarger MD\, MPH\, FAAP\, FAAHPM\nAssociate Professor\nDr. Jenni Linebarger joined Children’s Mercy Kansas City in 2011\, fresh out of fellowships in Hospice and Palliative Medicine and Adolescent Medicine. She is currently the Division Director of Palliative Care & Bioethics at Children’s Mercy and Professor of Pediatrics at UMKC. Dr. Linebarger is also Medical Director of the Palliative Care Team (PaCT)\, helped found the pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine fellowship offered in conjunction with KU\, and is former Chair of the American Academy of Pediatrics Section on Hospice and Palliative Medicine. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCourse objectives:\n\n\n\n\n\nDescribe the spectrum of patients followed by pediatric palliative care.\nRecognize the unique pain and symptom management needs of children with severe neurological impairment.\nAppreciated nuances to pain management based on patient prognosis.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCredits Offered\nThis event offers 1.5 CNE credits to attendees.\nAccreditation Info: Kansas State Board of Nursing Provider Number: LT0279-0412GKCC-659. URL:https://nursing.wsu.edu/event/perspectives-of-pain-from-pediatric-palliative-care/ LOCATION:WA CATEGORIES:Continuing Education,Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T150000 DTSTAMP:20261113T141528 CREATED:20260819T172816Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T173135Z UID:58526-1789653600-1789657200@nursing.wsu.edu SUMMARY:Creating a Culture of Well-Being in Nursing Education DESCRIPTION:Nursing faculty\, academic leaders\, and staff play a critical role in preparing the future nursing workforce while advancing excellence in education\, scholarship\, and practice. As colleges and schools of nursing navigate evolving educational demands\, workforce challenges\, and increasing responsibilities\, there is growing recognition of the importance of creating environments that support faculty well-being\, engagement\, and professional fulfillment. Investing in organizational well-being not only strengthens recruitment and retention but also enhances the learning environment and positively influences the professional formation of future nurses. \nThis interactive panel discussion will introduce participants to the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) Well-Being Excellence™ Credential and its application within nursing education. Attendees will learn how the credential provides a framework for creating healthy academic workplaces that prioritize psychological safety\, resilience\, engagement\, and professional fulfillment. Expert panelists\, including representatives from ANCC and leaders from credentialed organizations\, will share practical strategies\, lessons learned\, outcomes achieved\, and recommendations for implementation. Participants will leave with a roadmap for advancing faculty well-being\, reducing burnout\, strengthening workforce retention\, and modeling healthy professional practices for nursing students. \nOutcomes: \n\nDescribe the purpose\, standards\, and requirements of the ANCC Well-Being Excellence™ Credential and its relevance to nursing education.\nExamine the relationship between faculty\, staff and student well-being\, burnout prevention\, workforce sustainability\, student outcomes\, and professional role modeling within academic nursing environments.\nIdentify actionable strategies and organizational practices that can help colleges and schools of nursing prepare for and achieve Well-Being Excellence™ recognition.\n\nPricing and CE Credit\nThis webinar is free to deans\, faculty\, staff and students from AACN member schools of nursing. All non-member audiences will be required to pay a $59 webinar fee. \nContinuing Nursing Education\nOne nursing continuing professional development (NCPD) credit is associated with this webinar; attendees must be present for the entire webinar and complete the evaluation to receive a certificate of completion. \nThe American Association of Colleges of Nursing is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. URL:https://nursing.wsu.edu/event/creating-a-culture-of-well-being-in-nursing-education/ LOCATION:WA CATEGORIES:Continuing Education END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260922 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260923 DTSTAMP:20261113T141528 CREATED:20260819T173908Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T210737Z UID:58532-1790035200-1790121599@nursing.wsu.edu SUMMARY:Lock It Up Training DESCRIPTION:PERINATAL CARE PROVIDER? \n \nLearn how to talk to your clients about firearm storage & receive free storage devices\nQuestions? Email GunViolencePrev@kingcounty.gov or visit: SurveyMonkey.com/R/PerinatalReg \n  \nDate & Location \n\nSept 3 Silverdale\, WA\nSept 14 Aberdeen\, WA\nSept 17 Everett\, WA\nSept 22 Spokane\, WA\n\n*Registration required\, limited spots URL:https://nursing.wsu.edu/event/lock-it-up-training/ LOCATION:WA CATEGORIES:Continuing Education END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T140000 DTSTAMP:20261113T141528 CREATED:20260819T173030Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T173234Z UID:58528-1790168400-1790172000@nursing.wsu.edu SUMMARY:RN–Baccalaureate Myth Busters: Separating CBE Fact from Fiction DESCRIPTION:Faculty engaged in RN–Baccalaureate education are invited to a high-level exploration of common myths and key considerations about competency-based education (CBE) to help participants prepare for deeper\, hands-on curriculum design and implementation. By first addressing misconceptions and clarifying what CBE is—and is not—participants will be better positioned to engage in more applied work focused on aligning RN–Baccalaureate programs with the AACN Essentials and designing meaningful learning and assessment strategies. This webinar serves as a precursor to an upcoming workshop\, in November\, focused on CBE implementation led by members of the National RN-Baccalaureate Faculty Forum. \nSpeakers\nJamie Robinson\, PhD\, RN\, CNL\nAssociate Professor/Associate Director\, School of Nursing\nJames Madison University \nRhonda Williams\, DNP\, RN\, CNE\nRN-BSN Program Coordinator and Teaching Professor\nAscension Via Christi-Wichita State University School of Nursing \nStephen D. Heglund\, PhD\, MSN\, RN\, APRN\nProfessor & RN-BSN Program Coordinator\nAdventHealth University \nJoan M. Stanley\, PhD\, NP\, FAANP\, FAAN\nContractor & Senior Advisor to AACN President/CEO \nLearning Outcomes: \n\nDistinguish common misconceptions about competency-based education from evidence-informed principles.\nExplain key considerations for aligning RN–Baccalaureate programs with the AACN Essentials within a competency-based education framework.\nIdentify opportunities to strengthen competency-based education within RN–Baccalaureate programs.\n\nPricing and CE Credit\nThis webinar is free to deans\, faculty\, staff and students from AACN member schools of nursing. All non-member audiences will be required to pay a $59 webinar fee. \nContinuing Nursing Education\nOne nursing continuing professional development (NCPD) credit is associated with this webinar; attendees must be present for the entire webinar and complete the evaluation to receive a certificate of completion. \nThe American Association of Colleges of Nursing is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. \n  URL:https://nursing.wsu.edu/event/rn-baccalaureate-myth-busters-separating-cbe-fact-from-fiction/ LOCATION:WA CATEGORIES:Continuing Education END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T150000 DTSTAMP:20261113T141528 CREATED:20260819T173339Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T173401Z UID:58530-1790258400-1790262000@nursing.wsu.edu SUMMARY:An Introduction to AACN’s Mission-Aligned Admissions Process (MAAP) DESCRIPTION:A well-designed admissions process is essential to enrolling students whose preparation\, experiences\, and potential align with a school’s mission and who are positioned to succeed in nursing education. As part of its commitment to advancing excellence in academic nursing\, AACN supports schools in developing admissions processes that are mission-driven\, evidence-informed\, transparent\, and aligned with institutional values and program goals. \nThis webinar introduces AACN’s Mission-Aligned Admissions Process (MAAP)\, a structured approach for examining alignment across access\, policy\, criteria\, process\, and outcomes. Participants will explore how academic metrics\, applicant experiences\, and personal attributes can contribute to a balanced review when criteria are clearly defined and applied through transparent and consistent practices. \nThe session will also introduce AACN’s MAAP Services\, which help schools understand the process\, assess their current admissions system\, and develop and implement a mission-aligned approach. Whether a program is beginning to examine its admissions practices or looking to strengthen an established process\, this webinar provides a practical foundation for continuous improvement. \nSpeakers\nWanda Thruston\, DNP\, APRN\, RN\nDirector of Access and Engagement\nAmerican Association of Colleges of Nursing \nBrigit Carter\, PhD\, RN\, CCRN\, FADLN\, FAAN\nChief Access and Engagement Officer\nAmerican Association of Colleges of Nursing \nOutcomes: \n\nDescribe the foundational principles and components of AACN’s Mission-Aligned Admissions Process (MAAP).\nExplain how access\, policy\, criteria\, process\, and outcomes align with institutional mission\, values\, and program goals.\nDifferentiate among academic metrics\, applicant experiences\, and personal attributes and explain how each contributes to a balanced admissions review.\nIdentify opportunities to strengthen transparency\, consistency\, and alignment within current admissions practices.\nDescribe AACN 3-tier MAAP Services which help schools learn the process\, assess their current admissions system\, and develop and implement a mission-aligned approach.\n\nPricing and CE Credit\nThis webinar is free to deans\, faculty\, staff and students from AACN member schools of nursing. All non-member audiences will be required to pay a $59 webinar fee. \nContinuing Nursing Education\nOne nursing continuing professional development (NCPD) credit is associated with this webinar; attendees must be present for the entire webinar and complete the evaluation to receive a certificate of completion. \nThe American Association of Colleges of Nursing is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. \n  URL:https://nursing.wsu.edu/event/an-introduction-to-aacns-mission-aligned-admissions-process-maap/ LOCATION:WA CATEGORIES:Continuing Education END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261006 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261010 DTSTAMP:20261113T141528 CREATED:20260805T212956Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T212956Z UID:58103-1791244800-1791590399@nursing.wsu.edu SUMMARY:2026 IHNRE SUMMIT DESCRIPTION:INDIGENOUS WELLNESS\n\n\nTRANSFORMING NURSING AND HEALTH RESEARCH IMPACTS\n\nThe purpose of the Summit is to share research findings and approaches that address the health and well-being of Indigenous populations worldwide (e.g. Aboriginal\, First Nations\, Native Americans\, etc.). The Summit will provide opportunities to learn about these populations in more depth and to network with nurse researchers who are actively working to improve the health and lives of Indigenous people. \n\n\nThis summit prioritizes Indigenous identity\, culture\, and spirituality as fundamental pillars of Indigenous healthcare. \n\n\nWho should attend: Indigenous and Non-Indigenous Health Leadership\, Elders\, Healers\, and Knowledge Keepers\, Faculty\, Researchers\, Policy Makers\, and students. Seats are also being held for as First Nations\, Inuit\, and Métis students interested in health careers. . URL:https://nursing.wsu.edu/event/2026-ihnre-summit/ LOCATION:The University of Victoria\, 3800 Finnerty Rd\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, 99201\, Canada CATEGORIES:Conference,Continuing Education END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261015T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261015T130000 DTSTAMP:20261113T141528 CREATED:20240111T190231Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261012T211039Z UID:46570-1792062000-1792069200@nursing.wsu.edu SUMMARY:WSU Nursing Career Fair 2026 DESCRIPTION:Join us for our career fair on Thursday\, October 15\, 2026 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.\nThis is a recruitment event that connects local and regional agencies with students who are seeking career opportunities. \nSPOKANE: WSU College of Nursing Building\n103 East Spokane Falls Blvd.\nSpokane\, WA 99202 \nRecruiters: $50 registration fee.\nRegistration ends when spaces are filled or by Friday\, October 9\, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. URL:https://nursing.wsu.edu/event/wsu-nursing-career-fair/ LOCATION:WSU College of Nursing\, 103 E. Spokane Falls Blvd.\, Spokane\, WA\, 99210\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://wpcdn.web.wsu.edu/wp-nursing/uploads/sites/3014/2023/01/DSC_6469.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Lesley%20Hernandez-Silva":MAILTO:l.hernandez-silva@wsu.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261015T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261015T133000 DTSTAMP:20261113T141528 CREATED:20251020T181359Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260928T202045Z UID:53861-1792065600-1792071000@nursing.wsu.edu SUMMARY:Providence New Grad RN Virtual Info Session DESCRIPTION:Hear directly from our nurses about how the Providence RN Residency program and other post-grad opportunities set them up for success after graduation\, helping the trajectory of their careers. Learn about our nationally accredited Clinical Academy\, company culture\, incredible benefits package and participate in our Q&A session.\n\nHear from: \n\nExecutive & Nursing leaders\n\n\nClinical Educators\n\n\nFormer RN Residents\n\n\nTalent Acquisition Advisors\n\n\nand more!\n\n\n\nProvidence offers our new grad RNs an outstanding benefits package including medical\, dental and vision coverage that starts the same day you do\, tuition reimbursement\, participation in Public Service \nLoan Forgiveness with program support\, wellbeing and mental health support programs\, pet insurance and more. \n\n\nIf you’re interested\, but are busy during our virtual session\, be sure to register anyway – we’ll send out a link to the recording afterwards! URL:https://nursing.wsu.edu/event/providence-new-grad-rn-virtual-info-session/ LOCATION:WA CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://wpcdn.web.wsu.edu/wp-nursing/uploads/sites/3014/2025/10/providence-rn-residence.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261029T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261029T190000 DTSTAMP:20261113T141528 CREATED:20230112T172220Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261026T180819Z UID:38918-1793291400-1793300400@nursing.wsu.edu SUMMARY:WSU College of Nursing Spokane Open House DESCRIPTION:At the Open House\, you’ll:\n\nMeet our outstanding faculty who are passionate about teaching and supporting students.\nConnect with current nursing students who will share what life is like at WSU.\n\nTour our state-of-the-art Simulation Center\, where innovative technology brings learning to life and prepares you for real-world patient care.\n\nLearn more about the Pre-Licensure BSN application process\, including admission requirements\, timelines\, and tips for preparing a competitive application.\n\nWhether you’re just beginning to explore nursing or ready to take your next step\, we’d love for you to join us! We’re here to answer your questions and help you see why the WSU College of Nursing is such a special place to learn\, grow\, and thrive.\n\nSpace is limited – RSVP by Monday\, October 26\nOpen to anyone looking to become a Coug Nurse!\n\nJoin Us!\nSpots are limited to the first 30 who sign up\, though we have a waitlist as well.\n\n\nThursday\, October 29 from 4:30 p.m. – 7 p.m.\nOptional campus tour begins at 4 p.m. – please indicate if you would like to do this tour when you sign up for the open house\nWSU Spokane College of Nursing\n103 E. Spokane Falls Blvd\nSpokane\, WA 99201 URL:https://nursing.wsu.edu/event/wsu-spokane-college-of-nursing-open-house/ LOCATION:WSU College of Nursing\, 103 E. Spokane Falls Blvd.\, Spokane\, WA\, 99210\, United States CATEGORIES:In Person Open House,Open House ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://wpcdn.web.wsu.edu/wp-nursing/uploads/sites/3014/2023/01/Nursing-Open-House-SP26-032626A6700391-1920x1080-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Kristie%20Brink":MAILTO:kkclark@wsu.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261029T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261029T200000 DTSTAMP:20261113T141528 CREATED:20261012T181629Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261012T181629Z UID:990585-1793296800-1793304000@nursing.wsu.edu SUMMARY:LightHeart Mental Health: Washington Psychiatric Prescriber Network Reception DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening of networking and conversation with psychiatric prescribers and mental health professionals. This is a great opportunity for nursing students interested in psychiatric mental health\, advanced practice nursing\, and careers in behavioral healthcare to make connections\, ask questions\, and learn more about the field. \nDate: Thursday\, October 29\, 2026\nTime: 6:00–8:00 PM\nLocation: Sansonina Ristorante Italiano\, 261 Rainier Ave S Renton\, WA 98057 \nWhat to expect? \n\nNetwork with psychiatric prescribers and mental health professionals\nLearn about careers in psychiatric and behavioral healthcare\nBuild professional relationships and expand your network\nEnjoy an evening of meaningful conversation and connection URL:https://nursing.wsu.edu/event/lightheart-mental-health-washington-psychiatric-prescriber-network-reception/ LOCATION:WA CATEGORIES:Public Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261113T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261113T170000 DTSTAMP:20261113T141528 CREATED:20261113T175413Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261113T175413Z UID:991306-1794556800-1794589200@nursing.wsu.edu SUMMARY:WSU Health Logan Family Clinic Open House DESCRIPTION:Everyone is welcome: Spokane neighbors\, Logan Elementary families and students\, and community members of all ages. \nWSU Health and Spokane Public Schools invite you to celebrate the opening of the Logan Family Clinic\, bringing high-quality\, patient-centered care closer to home for people of all ages. \nStop by to:\n\nMeet our medical team\nTour the clinic\nLearn about available services\nSee how we’re making healthcare more accessible for our community\n\nWe will also have Cosmic Crisp apples\, cookies\, and a kids’ activity station for guests to enjoy. \nIn partnership with Spokane Public Schools. \n \nRSVP\nWalk-ins welcome! RSVPs are appreciated but not required. Accessibility requests or event questions? Contact heather.byrd@wsu.edu. URL:https://nursing.wsu.edu/event/wsu-health-logan-family-clinic-open-house/ LOCATION:WSU Health Logan Family Clinic\, 1001 E. Montgomery ave\, Spokane\, WA\, 99207\, United States CATEGORIES:Open House ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://wpcdn.web.wsu.edu/wp-nursing/uploads/sites/3014/2026/11/WSU-Health-Logan-Open-House-120326_1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Heather%20Byrd":MAILTO:heather.byrd@wsu.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261113T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261113T130000 DTSTAMP:20261113T141528 CREATED:20261009T215101Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261015T174526Z UID:990561-1794571200-1794574800@nursing.wsu.edu SUMMARY:Substance use trends and implications for pain assessments DESCRIPTION:This live 1-hour event will allow participants to ask Officer Thomas questions regarding current substance use and trends. \nThis session will examine current regulation and use patterns of pain-relieving substances including kratom\, nitrous oxide\, kava and nitazines. Because these substances are increasingly accessible and may not be detected via urine drug screenings\, we will equip health care professionals with strategies for undisclosed use among people with pain and the general public. \nPresenter Biography: \nOfficer Mike Thomas is a Senior Police Officer with the City of Spokane Police Department\, in the State of Washington.  With nearly three decades of law enforcement experience\, Officer Thomas specializes in impaired driving enforcement\, drug recognition\, and professional training for law enforcement and medical communities. Officer Thomas has been a certified Drug Recognition Expert (D.R.E.) since 2000 and a D.R.E. Instructor since 2005\, instructing at Washington State D.R.E. Schools and assisting with field certifications.  He has served on the Washington State D.R.E. Advisory Board since its inception and continues to act as the D.R.E. Regional Coordinator\, overseeing more than 14\,312 square miles of eastern Washington State. In 2019\, Officer Thomas joined the Spokane Municipal DUI (Driving Under the Influence) Therapeutic and Accountability Court\, bringing a law enforcement and D.R.E. perspective to the therapeutic court model. He is also a Licensed Medical Phlebotomist who manages and trains the law enforcement phlebotomy program for Spokane Police Department and other surrounding agencies. Officer Thomas uses his expertise to promote prevention and awareness through advanced drug trend education he provides that fosters collaboration between law enforcement\, medical professionals\, and community partners throughout Washington State. \nLearning objectives: \n\nUnderstand current use of pain-relieving substances including kratom\, nitrous oxide\, kava and nitazines\nRecognize signs and symptoms of unreported substance use\nIdentify reliable patient education and treatment resources for people who are taking unprescribed substances\n\n  \nContinuing Education \nThe Washington State University (WSU) Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians. The WSU Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Participants should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. \nThe Washington State University College of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education. Pharmacy continuing education credits (1.0 contact hour(s)\, knowledge-based\, ACPE Activity Number: 0071-0000-26-018-L08-P/T) are available for this activity. \nWashington State University College of Nursing is approved as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by Montana Nurses Association\, an accredited approver with distinction by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. This activity is eligible for 1.0 contact hours. URL:https://nursing.wsu.edu/event/substance-use-trends-and-implications-for-pain-assessments/ LOCATION:WA CATEGORIES:Continuing Education,Lecture,Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://wpcdn.web.wsu.edu/wp-nursing/uploads/sites/3014/2026/10/Substance-Use-Trends-AdobeStock_885246083.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Dr.%20Marian%20Wilson":MAILTO:marian.wilson@wsu.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261119 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261120 DTSTAMP:20261113T141528 CREATED:20260723T225759Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T225759Z UID:57907-1795046400-1795132799@nursing.wsu.edu SUMMARY:National Rural Health Day DESCRIPTION:In 2026\, National Rural Health Day (NRHD) celebrates 15 years of honoring the Power of Rural. Founded by NOSORH in 2011\, this national observance shines a spotlight on the dedication of rural healthcare providers\, State Offices of Rural Health\, and partners working to address the unique healthcare needs of rural communities across America. Held each year on the third Thursday of November\, NRHD celebrates the innovation\, resilience\, and collaboration that strengthen rural health systems and communities nationwide. This year\, we are excited to celebrate on November 19\, 2026. URL:https://nursing.wsu.edu/event/national-rural-health-day/ LOCATION:WA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261119T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261119T130000 DTSTAMP:20261113T141528 CREATED:20261104T005831Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261104T005845Z UID:991162-1795089600-1795093200@nursing.wsu.edu SUMMARY:Community\, Culture\, and Care: Rural Pharmacy Practice in Tribal Communities Across Washington DESCRIPTION:What does it take to support healthier futures for tribal communities across Washington? Join us for a special National Rural Health Day seminar featuring pharmacists who serve tribal communities and bring firsthand experience in addressing health needs\, expanding access to care\, and strengthening community health. \nHear from pharmacists working in tribal communities across Washington as they share insights from their work in the Indian Health Service\, US Public Health Service and Tribal Health Systems. They will discuss opportunities to improve health outcomes with the exploration of how pharmacy education and the profession can better support and welcome students from tribal communities. \nThe conversation will be led by Megan Undeberg\, PharmD\, BCACP and CPPS Assistant Dean of Rural Health\, and will include an interactive Q&A with students and community members. Come learn\, ask questions\, and be part of a conversation about building a stronger\, more inclusive future for health care in Washington. All students and community members are welcome! \nFeatured speakers\n\nBradley Brown\, PharmD — Clinical Pharmacist and Pharmacy Manager\, Quileute Health Center in La Push\, Washington serving Quileute Tribal members and other American Indian and Alaska Natives in the Quileute Service Area\nLee Roy Esposo\, PharmD\, BCPS — Clinical Pharmacist with David C. Wynecoop Memorial Health Center\, serving the Spokane Tribal members and other American Indian and Alaska Natives in Wellpinit\, Washington and surrounding areas\nLT Ayesha Woods\, PharmD — Clinical Pharmacist with the USPHS at the Toppenish\, WA Yakama Nation Tribal Health Services (IHS)\, serving the Confederated Tribes and Bands of the Yakama Nation\nKimberly Rosenthal\, PharmD — Pharmacy Director\, Lake Roosevelt Community Health Center\, serving the Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation and area communities of Inchelium and Keller\, WA. URL:https://nursing.wsu.edu/event/community-culture-and-care-rural-pharmacy-practice-in-tribal-communities-across-washington/ LOCATION:College of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences\, 205 E. Spokane Falls Blvd.\, Spokane\, 99202 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261209T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261209T193000 DTSTAMP:20261113T141528 CREATED:20240404T213555Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261029T213905Z UID:47750-1796837400-1796844600@nursing.wsu.edu SUMMARY:Sigma Theta Tau Induction DESCRIPTION:CALL FOR POSTERS \nAbstracts are due on or before 11/06/2026 \n\nAbstracts are due on or before 11/6/2026 \nYou are invited to submit abstracts for an online poster session at the Sigma Theta Tau Research Meeting and Induction 2026! \nThe purpose of this meeting is to promote communication about nursing research\, education\, practice\, and leadership in the community. A poster session is a visual display (PowerPoint) of completed or in progress work. Please refer to the Sigma Abstract Rubric attachment as a resource guide. \nOur in-person and hybrid Research Meeting and Induction: December 9th 5:30- 7pm \nWho should submit an abstract? \nPresenters include nursing students\, nurse clinicians\, nurse researchers and scholars. Both research and innovation or scholarly projects are eligible for poster presentations. Can also submit an abstract for work displayed at other venues and conferences. \nSubmit abstracts via email to: Molly Parker: parkerm2@gonzaga.edu \nQuestions? \nContact your university’s Sigma Board member. \nWSU: tullamora.diede@wsu.edu\nGonzaga: parkerm2@gonzaga.edu\nEWU: dbacand1@ewu.edu \nAbstract Submission Guidelines: \n500 words or less describe your study or project\, including the following sections: \n\nTitle Author Purposes\nAims Rationale\nConceptual Basis\nBackground\nMethods\nResults or In-Progress Implications/Translation\n\nImportant dates \n\nSubmission deadline November 6th\nAcceptance notification November 20th\nInduction Ceremony December 9th\nGonzaga University Hemmingson Ballroom South – 3rd Floor\n702 E. Desmet Ave. Spokane\, WA 99202\nPoster presentations will begin following the Induction URL:https://nursing.wsu.edu/event/sigma-theta-tau-induction/ LOCATION:Hemmingson Center – Gonzaga University\, 702 E Desmet Ave\, Spokane\, WA\, 99202\, United States CATEGORIES:Graduate END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261210T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261210T203000 DTSTAMP:20261113T141528 CREATED:20240906T171006Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261007T230622Z UID:48633-1796929200-1796934600@nursing.wsu.edu SUMMARY:Tri-Cities Fall Convocation and Pinning DESCRIPTION:Convocation is the WSU College of Nursing’s traditional pinning ceremony\, where nursing faculty welcome prelicensure BSN graduates into the profession by bestowing a nursing pin. \n\nWe also celebrate our graduate students and RN-BSN graduates at the Convocation ceremony. \nConvocation is different than Commencement\, which is the traditional graduation ceremony featuring campus and university administrators and students from different colleges. Separate Commencement ceremonies are held on each campus. \nNote: Doctoral students will be hooded at both Convocation and Commencement if they choose to participate in both ceremonies. \n\nThursday\, December 10 – 7:00 – 8:30 p.m.\nLocation: Hanford High School Auditorium\, 450 Hanford St\, Richland\, WA 99354\n\nSuggested attire: Smart casual URL:https://nursing.wsu.edu/event/tri-cities-fall-convocation-and-pinning/ LOCATION:Hanford High School\, 450 Hanford St.\, Richland\, WA\, 99354\, United States CATEGORIES:Convocation ORGANIZER;CN="Lesley%20Hernandez-Silva":MAILTO:l.hernandez-silva@wsu.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261211T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261211T170000 DTSTAMP:20261113T141528 CREATED:20230509T160903Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260518T175804Z UID:42060-1797001200-1797008400@nursing.wsu.edu SUMMARY:Spokane Nursing Graduation and Pinning Ceremony Fall 2026 DESCRIPTION:Date: December 11\, 2026\nTime: 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm\nLocation: Whitworth University Cowles Auditorium\n400 W Hawthorne Rd\, Spokane\, WA\nView Whitworth Campus Map (PDF) \n  URL:https://nursing.wsu.edu/event/nursing-graduation-and-pinning-ceremony/ LOCATION:Whitworth University Cowles Auditorium\, 400 W Hawthorne Rd\, Spokane\, WA\, 99251\, United States CATEGORIES:Convocation,Graduation & Pinning ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://wpcdn.web.wsu.edu/wp-nursing/uploads/sites/3014/2025/12/Convocation-Spokane-FA25-120525A6707601-1920x1080-1.jpg GEO:47.7518135;-117.4181775 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Whitworth University Cowles Auditorium 400 W Hawthorne Rd Spokane WA 99251 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=400 W Hawthorne Rd:geo:-117.4181775,47.7518135 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270225T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270225T180000 DTSTAMP:20261113T141528 CREATED:20240724T204403Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261019T225556Z UID:48455-1803574800-1803578400@nursing.wsu.edu SUMMARY:RN-BSN Virtual Open House DESCRIPTION:The WSU College of Nursing will host a Virtual Open House for prospective RN-BSN students interested in Summer 2027 or future term enrollment.\nThis event is for for RNs and associate degree nursing students. \nThe RN-BSN program is a bachelor’s completion program for RNs who have associate nursing degrees. \nProspective students will get an overview of the program and can ask program directors and advisors questions via Zoom. \nLearn how the WSU College of Nursing has made getting your BSN even more convenient. \n\n \n \n RN-BSN Virtual Open House Registration\n \n \n Name*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email*\n \n \n Enter Email\n \n \n \n Confirm Email\n \n \n Event Dates*February 25\, 2027Select the open house you'd like to attend. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://nursing.wsu.edu/event/rn-bsn-virtual-open-house/ LOCATION:WA CATEGORIES:Open House,RN-BSN,Virtual Open House ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://wpcdn.web.wsu.edu/wp-nursing/uploads/sites/3014/2022/12/nursing-photo-shoot-133-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270305T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270305T163000 DTSTAMP:20261113T141528 CREATED:20240106T001134Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261106T180447Z UID:46523-1804258800-1804264200@nursing.wsu.edu SUMMARY:DNP White Coat Ceremony - Spokane DESCRIPTION:The WSU College of Nursing proudly celebrates a pivotal milestone in the journey of our Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) students. Each FNP and PMHNP student receives a white coat—a powerful symbol of professionalism\, integrity\, and compassionate care. This tradition marks the start of their advanced clinical rotations and the responsibilities they will carry throughout their careers. \nPlease join us for this meaningful event\, held annually on the WSU Spokane and WSU Vancouver campuses\, as we recognize the dedication and commitment of our future nurse practitioners. URL:https://nursing.wsu.edu/event/dnp-white-coat-ceremony-spokane/ LOCATION:WSU Center for Clinical Research and Simulation\, 412 E. Spokane Falls Blvd.\, Spokane\, WA\, 99201\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Alicia%20Preston":MAILTO:alicia.preston@wsu.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270305T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270305T163000 DTSTAMP:20261113T141528 CREATED:20240106T001249Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261106T180443Z UID:46525-1804258800-1804264200@nursing.wsu.edu SUMMARY:DNP White Coat Ceremony - Vancouver DESCRIPTION:The WSU College of Nursing proudly celebrates a pivotal milestone in the journey of our Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) students. Each FNP and PMHNP student receives a white coat—a powerful symbol of professionalism\, integrity\, and compassionate care. This tradition marks the start of their advanced clinical rotations and the responsibilities they will carry throughout their careers. \nPlease join us for this meaningful event\, held annually on the WSU Spokane and WSU Vancouver campuses\, as we recognize the dedication and commitment of our future nurse practitioners. URL:https://nursing.wsu.edu/event/dnp-white-coat-ceremony-vancouver/ LOCATION:Dengerink Administrative Building\, VDEN 110 - Room 110 Auditorium\, Vancouver\, WA\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Alicia%20Preston":MAILTO:alicia.preston@wsu.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270402T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270402T163000 DTSTAMP:20261113T141528 CREATED:20240110T193021Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261102T185906Z UID:46558-1806678000-1806683400@nursing.wsu.edu SUMMARY:Celebration of Giving DESCRIPTION:Please join us in honoring you and this year’s WSU College of Nursing scholarship recipients. \nFriday\, April 2\, 2027 from 3:00 – 4:30 p.m. \nWSU Spokane Campus\n*Health Sciences Building\, Room 110\n310 Riverpoint Blvd. \nPlease RSVP by March 23rd or contact Megan Dimeling\, Development Coordinator at nursing.development@wsu.edu or (509) 358-7957. \nLivestream link will be sent to those that RSVP “no” to attending in person. \n*Please note the location change from previous years. \nNote: Attire for the event is business casual. \nThis form is not yet available. URL:https://nursing.wsu.edu/event/celebration-of-giving-2026/ LOCATION:WSU Spokane Health Sciences Building\, 310 Riverpoint Blvd\, Spokane\, 99202 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://wpcdn.web.wsu.edu/wp-nursing/uploads/sites/3014/2024/01/CelebrationOfGiving_Wordmark_2024.png ORGANIZER;CN="Megan%20DImeling":MAILTO:nursing.development@wsu.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270507T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270507T170000 DTSTAMP:20261113T141528 CREATED:20260518T175953Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260518T175953Z UID:57628-1809702000-1809709200@nursing.wsu.edu SUMMARY:Spokane Nursing Commencement and Pinning Ceremony Spring 2027 DESCRIPTION:Date: May 7\, 2027\nTime: 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm\nLocation: Whitworth University Cowles Auditorium\n400 W Hawthorne Rd\, Spokane\, WA\nView Whitworth Campus Map (PDF) \n  URL:https://nursing.wsu.edu/event/spokane-nursing-commencement-and-pinning-ceremony-spring/ LOCATION:Whitworth University Cowles Auditorium\, 400 W Hawthorne Rd\, Spokane\, WA\, 99251\, United States CATEGORIES:Convocation,Graduation & Pinning ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://wpcdn.web.wsu.edu/wp-nursing/uploads/sites/3014/2025/12/Convocation-Spokane-FA25-120525A6707601-1920x1080-1.jpg GEO:47.7518135;-117.4181775 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Whitworth University Cowles Auditorium 400 W Hawthorne Rd Spokane WA 99251 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=400 W Hawthorne Rd:geo:-117.4181775,47.7518135 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR