Global Connections
Global Connections brings WSU Global Campus students together through free, online events and experiences that make the Cougar community feel closer—no matter where you are. From live webinars and student-led discussions to contests, clubs, and wellness programs, Global Connections offers opportunities to engage, learn, and grow beyond the classroom.
For Non-Global Campus Students: Everyone is welcome to attend Global Connections events, including WSU students from other campuses, faculty, staff, and alumni. Please note only Global Campus students can register through Involve. Others can add events to their calendars and then use the “Join on Zoom” link on the event page when the event begins.
Featured Events
Upcoming Events
Monday, February 16 | 6:30 p.m. PT
Global Business & Innovation Network (GBIN) February Meeting
Join us for our February meeting as we build a new Global Campus community focused on leadership, collaboration, and real-world business innovation. If you are passionate about business, professional growth, and connecting with fellow Cougs, this is your space!
Tuesday, February 17 | 4:30 p.m. PT
Tax Basics Workshop
Join us to learn about the basics of taxes for college students and the credits that students may qualify for. Additionally, we will discuss an opportunity for students to receive assistance filing their tax return at WSU!
Thursday, February 19 | 1:00 p.m. PT
Study Group February Meeting 2
Join us for another study session/meeting as we support each other in our exciting academic journeys. Although we support collaboration, we must take the proper precautions to avoid plagiarism and cheating. Don’t need help? Students can use this as an hour to come chill with Lofi Girl being screen shared. Just use this as a quiet time to work.
Thursday, February 19 | 4:00 p.m. PT
Cougar Wellbeing Collective Relaxing Paint Night
Join us for a calming and creative relaxing paint night! This low-pressure, all skill level friendly event is designed to help you unwind, express yourself, and connect with fellow Cougs. You’re welcome to paint absolutely anything you want! We can’t wait to paint, relax, and create with you!
Students must RSVP by February 12th to receive paint kit.
Thursday, February 19 | 5:00 p.m. PT
Student Leaders Hiring Fair
Step into student leadership next year—get paid to make an impact. Join the Virtual Student Leadership Hiring Fair with Student Government and Global Connections. Explore paid student leader openings for the upcoming academic year. Meet the teams, learn what roles are available, get application tips, and find a position that fits your interests and schedule. If you want résumé-worthy experience, real campus impact, and a paycheck, this is your starting line.
Thursday, February 19 | 7:00 p.m. PT
Psych Club February Meeting
Join the WSU Global Campus Psych Club for a fun and engaging club meeting. After all the business agenda is completed, hang out and play an exciting game of Psychology-themed trivia.
Friday, February 20 | 10:00 a.m. PT
GBIN Presents: The Next Chapter
Join GBIN for a new speaker series. Each session features alumni and business professionals sharing real career journeys, lessons learned, and practical next steps + plus time for Q&A and networking with your fellow Global Cougs!! This series supports GBIN’s mission of professional development, networking, and experiential learning through workshops, speaker events, mentoring, and community engagement. Hope to see you there!
Monday, February 23 | 11:00 a.m. PT
S & A Fees Public Meeting
We encourage you to join us, listen in, and stay informed about how these resources are managed. Public participation supports a transparent process and helps uphold the principle that decisions about student-funded investments should be visible, understandable, and accountable.
Monday, February 23 | 6:00 p.m. PT
Ink and Pen Creative Writing Club Meeting
Join us to learn what the club is all about and connect with others who love to write. Build community, spark creativity, and find a supportive space to share ideas and grow as a writer. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced writer, the club provides community, accountability, and a place to grow creatively.
Tuesday, February 24 | 5:00 p.m. PT
Money and Mental Health Recent studies have shown that more than half of U.S. adults say that money has a negative impact on their mental health. Join BECU in this presentation which will explore why one of the largest causes of stress is finances.
Tuesday, February 24 | 6:00 p.m. PT
Criminal Justice Graduate Studies Info-Session
Join the WSU Global Campus Pre-Law Society Chapter February 24th @ 6 pm for our special guest speaker Arial Meyer. Arial is a Ph.D. Candidate and instructor at WSU Pullman in the Criminology Department. She will be speaking on her academic experiences and her research into violent offending, and gender-based violence. If you are interested in learning more about the field of Criminology this is an event you don’t want to miss!
Wednesday, February 25 | 6:30 p.m. PT
Cougs and Cubs: Lovebird Lou
We are excited to invite you and your family to a sweet story about the celebration of individuality and acceptance. Join us on Zoom where we will be reading Lovebird Lou by Tammi Sauer.
Thursday, February 26 | 10:00 a.m. PT
Breast Cancer Awareness
February is National Cancer Prevention Month and in honor of those who have been affected by cancer in anyway. We are here to shed light with a beloved member of our community. Aunjelique Anderson is the club leader for Cougs & Cubs- a club of WSU Cougs who are balancing student life with caregiving. She been open about her experiences being diagnosed and treated with breast cancer in the past.
Thursday, February 26 | 12:00 p.m. PT
Career Resources with Chris Miller
Join Global Campus Career Advisor, Chris Miller, for a webinar as he walks you through the career resources and services available to Global Campus students. Learn about job listings & internships, searching for a job, Handshake, online career events & virtual career fairs, career assessments, and more.
Thursday, February 26 | 4:00 p.m. PT
VMAS Benefits Presentation
Join us for an informative session with Jadon Hawkins, Program Coordinator for Veterans and Military-Affiliated Students (VMAS), who will present the benefits available to military-connected students at WSU Global Campus. Whether you’re a veteran, active duty, Guard, Reserve, military spouse, or dependent, learn about resources and support designed for you. We’ll cover available benefits and how to access them.
Friday, February 27 | 4:00 p.m. PT
First Gen Paint Night
Join us for a calming and creative relaxing paint night! This low-pressure, all skill level friendly event is designed to help you unwind, express yourself, and connect with fellow Cougs. You’re welcome to paint absolutely anything you want! We can’t wait to paint, relax, and create with you!
Students must RSVP by February 20th to receive paint kit.
Friday, February 27 | 6:00 p.m. PT
ASWSUG Cougs Get Lit-erary Silent Reading
Need a peaceful space to catch up on your reading? Join ASWSUG’s Cougs Get Lit-erary for a stress-free silent reading session where you can dive into this month’s book club selection, bring your own story to catch up on, or even tackle homework reading—whatever works for you. Light jazz will play softly in the background while you read at your own pace.
Students must RSVP by February 20th to receive paint kit.
Friday, February 27 | 5:00 p.m. PT
LGBTQ+ Intentionality in Action
Are you interested in creating a safe space for WSU Global campus students, parents, and supporters to celebrate the LGBTQ+ community? Intersectionality in Action: Being LGBTQ+ and BIPOC is a welcoming space to reflect and connect around the experiences of people who hold multiple identities. We’ll have a guided, low-pressure discussion about community, lived experiences, and the importance of allyship.
Saturday, February 28 | 12:00 p.m. PT
Cougs and Cubs Science Saturday
Come join us and participate in some STEM Science projects! We will be learning about engineering. We will be doing an egg drop experiment. The Cougs and their Cubs will design a contraption that will keep a raw egg from breaking. Create it using everyday items like boxes, straws, cotton balls, toilet paper tubes, etc… Whatever you can imagine! We will test them out and see what happens!