BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//College of Nursing - ECPv6.1.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH 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/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;VALUE=DATE:20261006 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261010 DTSTAMP:20261017T023009 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:20261007T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261007T180000 DTSTAMP:20261017T023009 CREATED:20240724T204403Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260924T232912Z UID:48455-1791392400-1791396000@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 Spring 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*October 7\, 2026Select 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/ 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:20261015T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261015T130000 DTSTAMP:20261017T023009 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:20261017T023009 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/ 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:20261026T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261026T190000 DTSTAMP:20261017T023009 CREATED:20230112T172220Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261001T230834Z UID:38918-1793032200-1793041200@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:20261017T023009 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/ CATEGORIES:Public Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261113T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261113T130000 DTSTAMP:20261017T023009 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/ 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:20261017T023009 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/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261210T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261210T203000 DTSTAMP:20261017T023009 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:20261017T023009 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:20270507T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270507T170000 DTSTAMP:20261017T023009 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