The Cheeky Scientist Series: Interviewing and Negotiating
OnlineThis topic discusses the strategy of interviewing beyond just answering questions. There is an entire process of preparation for an interview, beside learning how to answer interview questions. We will detail the entire interview preparation that is required for professionals to demonstrate they are invaluable to a company; from the research to the categories of interview questions, and the best ways to respond. […]
Warm Up like a Champ
OnlineRegardless of your fitness level, if you want to be stronger, faster, or leaner then it is key to warm up before you workout. This often overlooked component of healthy exercise is also crucial to preventing injury. Master Trainer and Coordinator of Fitness Services at Washington State University, Ramon Sodano, will walk you step by […]
From Traditionalists to Generation Z: Generational Differences in Psychology
OnlineThursday, April 19, 2018, 6 p.m. A regular topic around the dinner table and in social scientists’ research, the differences in behavioral, emotional and social characteristics between generations is a subject that fascinates many. At 6 p.m. on April 19, participants will learn what social scientists have observed about how our personalities are, and are […]
Writing Workshop Series: Reference Management Software
OnlineReference management software enables users to collect, organize, manage, and cite sources in a methodical and sustainable process. This workshop will focus on the free, open source Zotero reference management tool, but will briefly discuss alternatives such as EndNote and Mendeley. Register for the livestream on the PDI CougSync Page
“But I Liked Your Post?!”: Shallow Political Engagement in the Era of Transitory Communication and a Dialogue about Democratic Engagement
OnlinePolitical engagement in the United States seems to be nose diving in terms of voting, but protest over politics seems to be on the increase, particularly in digital space. Building on his research and teaching, Dr. Richard Pineda, director of the Sam Donaldson Center for Communication Studies at the University of Texas at El Paso, […]
Online Fiction Book Club: Water for Elephants by Sara Gruen
OnlineRun away to the circus of 1932 by reading Water for Elephants by Sara Gruen with fellow Global Campus students. Join Global Connections program coordinator— and book enthusiast— Kaitlin Hennessy to discuss this novel during the Online Fiction Book Club. The Washington Post promises that “You’ll get lost in the tatty glamour of Gruen’s meticulously […]
Online Fiction Book Club: The Circle by Dave Eggers
OnlineEnter the ranks of the Circle, a corporate internet titan, for a suspenseful story to start your summer reading with the Online Fiction Book Club. Hailed by The Wall Street Journal as “A vivid, roaring dissent to the companies that have coaxed us to disgorge every thought and action onto the Web . . . […]
Online Fiction Book Club: The Circle by Dave Eggers
OnlineEnter the ranks of the Circle, a corporate internet titan, for a suspenseful story to start your summer reading with the Online Fiction Book Club. Hailed by The Wall Street Journal as “A vivid, roaring dissent to the companies that have coaxed us to disgorge every thought and action onto the Web . . . […]
Doing Research as a Global Campus Student Webinar
Hear from the Director of the Office of Undergraduate Research (Dr. Shelley Pressley) and the Director of the Online Psychology Degree Program (Dr. Lee Daffin) who ALSO mentors Global Campus undergraduates in research. They will talk about how students like you can participate in research and scholarly activities, and prepare yourself for SURCA-the Showcase for […]
Build a Strong Core at Home
A strong core is vital to success in athletic performance as well as everyday life. These muscles need to be strong, flexible, and stable. Core exercises not only strengthen your abdominal muscles, they also stabilize your pelvis, strengthen your back, and improve your posture. Watch now