Washington State University is hosting a Friday night football game on November 17, 2023. Preparations for the weeknight matchup will affect Pullman campus operations throughout the day.
Pullman campus parking lots will need to be cleared of employee and student vehicles by 4:30 PM on Friday, November 17, 2023 to accommodate the Coug fans and others arriving for the evening game.
Frequently Asked Questions: November 17, 2023, Friday Football Game
Washington State University will host the Colorado Buffaloes in a football game at Gesa Field at Martin Stadium beginning at 7:30pm. To allow for game day parking, parking lots must be vacated no later than 4:30 PM on Friday, November 17, 2023.
For more information regarding the Friday, November 17, 2023, parking lot closure, please visit Transportation Services.
No, the WSU Pullman campus will observe normal business hours.
Yes. See the following Q&As for information on each of the options.
Yes, an employee may request to take annual leave, in accordance with department leave request processes. Leave requests must be approved by the supervisor.
Employees who do not have sufficient annual leave balances may request to use available personal holiday (full day only), accrued compensatory time, and/or may request leave without pay (LWOP) in accordance with department guidelines.
Refer to the following links for more information on leave types and usage for specific employee categories.
Employees covered by collective bargaining agreements: See the appropriate Agreement on the Labor Relations page.
Yes, if business operations allow and with prior authorization from the supervisor, employees may request to flex their work schedule or request a temporary change to their work schedule for the week.
Below you will find more information regarding temporary schedule changes and flexible schedule options for specific employee categories.
For civil service employees, the temporary schedule change must occur within the workweek of 12:01 a.m. Sunday, November 12, 2023, through midnight Saturday, November 18, 2023.
Faculty and Overtime Exempt Administrative Professional: Flexible scheduling changes are determined by the supervising manager, Chair, Director or Dean to meet departmental needs and in accordance with applicable rules and policies.
Employees covered by collective bargaining agreements:See the appropriate Agreement on the Labor Relations page.
Yes, if business operations allow and with prior authorization from the supervisor, employees may request to work remotely.
Pullman Transit will be running normal bus routes all day Friday and offering free park and ride services after 4:30 p.m. Pullman Transit rides are free with a CougarCard. WSU Transportation Services’ staff are available to assist faculty, staff, and students looking for help determining the best transit options. Transportation Services can be reached by calling 509-335-7275 or emailing transportation@wsu.edu
Talk with your supervisor about flexible scheduling.
HRS has general information about flexible scheduling on the HRS website: Flexible Scheduling.
