Welcome to Global Connections
Global Connections brings engaging co- and extra-curricular events to Global Campus students—free and online. Through Global Connections you can connect with peers and expert presenters via webinars, livestreamed events, academic contests, and activities.
Upcoming Events
Common Reading Series
Through Western Eyes: Humanitarian Communication and the Rohingya Refugee Crisis
September 23, 5:00 p.m.
Join WSU Clinical Assistant Professor Dr. Bimbisar Irom in his livestreamed talk about the Western media coverage of the ongoing Rohingya refugee crisis that originated in Myanmar and has now spilled over into the neighboring countries of Bangladesh, India, Thailand, and Malaysia. The presentation will explore media coverage of “distant suffering” as a cultural product that draws on earlier iconographies, ideologies, and relationships of dominance. How does the media build proximity and distance between spectators and people they will never meet? This central question will be explored by examining cross platform media artifacts including Reuters’ Pulitzer-winning photographs and cutting edge virtual reality coverage such as the VR documentary I am Rohingya.
Study Abroad for Global Campus Business Students
September 23, 6:30 p.m.
Are you interested in studying abroad? Come learn about all the different opportunities available to Global Campus business students. We’ll talk about short term opportunities, summer programs, scholarships, and more in this webinar! Global Campus students who attend will receive a free Global Connections luggage tag!
Register to find out how you can study abroad!
Careers for Sociologists or Social Scientists
September 24, 6:00 p.m.
What are the careers sociology or social science majors pursue? What skills and knowledge should I focus on communicating in my resume? How do I craft a meaningful cover letter? If these questions have been on your mind, please join Sarah Whitley in this webinar to further your knowledge on the types of careers you can pursue with a sociology or social science degree.
Virtual WSU Global Campus Town Hall
September 25, 6:30 p.m.
Join Dave Cillay, Vice President of Academic Outreach and Innovation, and ASWSU Global, your student government, for a virtual town hall webinar! Get your questions answered, share your thoughts, and express your comments about WSU’s Global Campus and its offerings! They are looking forward to hearing your thoughts and ideas on September 25th at 6:30 p.m. (PDT)! Any current student in attendance will be entered to win a grand prize!
Protein 101
September 26, 6:00 p.m.
In today’s day and age there is a lot of misinformation when it comes to nutrition, especially protein. While protein is an essential macronutrient of the body it is often over consumed and misunderstood. Alas, let us at wellbeing help you! Join Master Trainer, and WSU Kinesiology Instructor Ramon Sodano during this webinar to learn the ins and outs of protein. Topics will include what protein does, why it’s needed, how to identify proper daily intake, types of proteins and how they differ, digestion of protein, timing of protein intake, and more. Global Campus students who attend will receive a free Global Connections salad shaker!
Pacific Northwest Conference 2019: Unify to Lead
October 5th, 9:00 a.m.
The Pacific Northwest Collegiate Leadership Conference is the largest student leadership conference in the region, bringing hundreds of students together to develop effective leadership skills. Participants engage in workshops that match their interests, current leadership roles or future opportunities. Join as as we livestream the Keynote speaker, Justin Jones-Fosu and other workshop presenters.
Register for the PNW Conference!
Jazz Band I Concert
October 8, 7:30 p.m.
The Washington State University School of Music is excited to announce that student ensemble performances this semester will be available via livestream. Dean Luethi, director of the School of Music, notes “We want to make the WSU Pullman Music experience available to everyone, whether you live in Pullman, graduated from WSU, have children performing on our stages, are thinking about pursuing a career in music or just love listening to a live concert.”
Find the Right Career 2019
October 9, 6:30 p.m.
After you’ve started your degree you still have many career options to consider. How do you find a career that balances your interests, skills, and values without hours of online browsing and randomly applying for jobs? Join Chris Miller in this webinar to discover more.
Register today to get help finding your right career.
Digital social connections: Interpersonal relationships through technology
October 23, 5:30 p.m.
Join Dr. Alexander Spradlin in this webinar as he focuses on how and why people seek out others through technology, like social media, and how the use of technology impacts our offline relationships.
Introduction to the Ketogenic Diet
October 29, 6:00 p.m.
In the last five years there has been a rapid increase in individuals utilizing the ketogenic diet. With this, many of us have seen a harsh polarization arise between two camps. One camp states that Keto is the saving grace of our society, and the other claims that Keto is dangerous and should only be used for specific cases. Let us here at Wellbeing help navigate you through the noise. Join Master Trainer, and WSU Kinesiology Instructor Ramon Sodano during this webinar concerning the Ketogenic Diet. Ramon will take you through the history, physiology, benefits & drawbacks of the diet, and how to attain a ketogenic state.
Register now to attend the Ketogenic webinar
Pathways to Leadership: Women Leaders and their Stories
November 5, 5:00 p.m.
Join us for this livestream panel featuring Dr. Noel Schulz, Provost Mitzi Montoya, Dr. Courtney Meehan, Dr. Monica Johnson, and Dr. Zoe Higheagle Strong. These university leaders will share their stories on how they got to be where they are today, and what were some of the skills that they developed along the way that enabled their success.
Effective Resume Writing
November 14, 6:30 p.m.
Your resume is your first, and often your only, time to get noticed by a potential employer. Chris Miller, WSU Global Campus Career Counselor, will cover the crucial do’s and don’ts of resume and cover letter writing. Resources for developing strong resume content and a participant activity will be included in this webinar.
Register today for effective resume writing.
Vocal Extravaganza
November 15, 7:30 p.m.
The Washington State University School of Music is excited to announce that student ensemble performances this semester will be available via livestream. Dean Luethi, director of the School of Music, notes “We want to make the WSU Pullman Music experience available to everyone, whether you live in Pullman, graduated from WSU, have children performing on our stages, are thinking about pursuing a career in music or just love listening to a live concert.”
Personal Finance: Planning for Your Future
December 4, 7:00 p.m.
Personal Finance is the process of planning your spending, financing, and investing to optimize your financial situation. How much do you know about personal finance? Surveys have documented that people tend to have very limited personal finance skills. If you haven’t already taken the Personal Finance course, be sure to participate in this Global Connections webinar. An understanding of personal finance is beneficial to you in many ways, including making informed decisions about your financial situation.
Register to learn more about Finance!
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