The A.Q. Miller School of Media and Communication and the Kansas State University Division of Academic Success and Student Affairs will host the fourth annual K-State Social Media Week April 7 – 11 with a series of virtual and in-person events and discussions designed to inspire, educate and empower students to harness the full potential of social media in their personal and professional lives. This year's event unites industry leaders and academic experts to explore social media career development, emerging tools and perspectives, collaborative efforts for information accuracy, and the risks and benefits of social media regulation. A schedule of daily events can be found at www.K-State.edu/SocialMediaWeek.

“The A.Q. Miller School of Media and Communication is pleased to host K-State Social Media Week in collaboration with our campus, industry and community partners,” said Heather Suzanne Woods, director of the school. “I am particularly excited about the variety of events, in-depth discussions and innovative workshops preparing us to imagine what’s next in media and communication.”

Highlights of K-State Social Media Week 2025 include:

• Behind-the-scenes look at the viral social media sensation that was the Pop-Tarts Bowl, featuring two of the event’s creators from Weber Shandwick.

• Expert panel examining the impact of social media misinformation about farming practices and food production.

• Expert panel exploring pressing issues surrounding social media, the law and First Amendment rights.

• Discussion about the evolving role of digital and social media platforms in education and how educators can integrate strategies, platforms and best practices to enhance learning.

• Hands-on workshop for students and faculty designed to help create a standout LinkedIn profile, showcase skills and grow professional connections.

K-State Social Media Week is free and open to the public. To learn more about the schedule, speakers and other event details, visit www.K-State.edu/SocialMediaWeek. Join the conversation on social media using #KStateSMW.

About the A.Q. Miller School of Media and Communication

The A.Q. Miller School of Media and Communication is an online and on-campus destination at Kansas State University for study, research and preparation for the careers and community challenges of the future. Multiple undergraduate and graduate programs help students combine their passions and interests with theoretical and applied communication strategies, tools, and techniques to tell accurate and timely stories; design content to educate and inform, create and deliver messages that inspire and support; champion movements for change; and bring people together across cultural contexts. With expert guidance from faculty, alumni and industry partners, graduates leave prepared for what's next in their career, education, community and life.

For more information, visit www.K-State.edu/mediacomm.