K-State in the news — October 2023
Some of the top stories mentioning Kansas State University are posted below. Download an Excel file (xls) with all of this month's news stories.
Tuesday, Oct. 31, 2023
National/International
TROOPS NEED MORE HELP TRANSITIONING TO CIVILIAN LIFE
10/30/23 AUSA
Still, post-9/11 veterans are having a particularly hard time transitioning to civilian life, said retired Lt. Col. Arthur DeGroat, a third generation Army officer and combat veteran who now is executive director of the Office of Military and Veterans Affairs at Kansas State University. “Today, we find our post-9/11 era veterans having a greater transition challenge than any other previous generation,” DeGroat said, adding that this new generation of veterans is “competing for [jobs against a] highly skilled incumbent civilian talent pool.”
Mandy Gaulke ’09 awarded grant to continue health disparities research
10/30/23 Lake Forest College
The Independent Research Fund Denmark awarded Mandy Gaulke ’09 and her research group 3.1 million DKK (about $438,000) for their research project titled “Advancements in medical technology and disparities in health.”
State/Regional
K-State Olathe dean talks new initiatives, next steps
10/30/23 Olathe Reporter
The Kansas State University Olathe campus is looking to capitalize on its strengths as a land-grant university through its recently announced strategic plan.
Local
*Veterinarian gives tips to keep your pets safe and less stressed this Halloween
10/30/23 Salina Post
Halloween is a day where some delight in getting a fright, but don't let the holiday's potential safety hazards sneak up on your pets.Susan Nelson, clinical professor at the Veterinary Health Center in the College of Veterinary Medicine, has some tips to help keep pets safe.Nelson suggests leaving pets indoors before, during and a few days after the holiday for their safety.
Monday, Oct. 30, 2023
National/International
Nearly 10K teachers missing in PA: What now?
10/29/2023 Gettysburg Times
Over the past few weeks, nearly 55.4 million K-12th grade students in the U.S. returned to school. Missing from their classrooms? At least 55,000 teachers, according to new data published by Dr. Tuan Nguyen, a Kansas State University education professor.
State/Regional
*KSU Leading $22M Cereal Crop Project
10/29/2023 KSAL
Kansas State University officials are hailing a recent $22 million award from the U.S. Agency for International Development as a vital step in improving lives around the world by making cereal crops more readily available to those most at risk for hunger and malnutrition. The university will lead the Feed the Future Climate Resilient Cereals Innovational Lab, or CRCIL, which includes U.S. and international partners aiming to advance the breeding of four major world crops — sorghum, millet, wheat and rice.
K-State students find high nitrates in local water
10/27/2023 Great Bend Tribune
Kansas State University geology professor Dr. Matthew Kirk and a team of undergraduate students (including some from Barton Community College) have spent the past year analyzing private water wells in Barton County. Among their findings – elevated nitrate levels.
K-State program to help rural grocery stores stay open
10/27/2023 KSN
Kansas State University Research and Extension is launching a program to prevent rural grocery stores from closing and keep small towns alive. Thousands of Kansans are stranded in food deserts without an adequate place to get groceries, and research from K-State shows many stores are closing. The new online course from K-State is part of its rural grocery initiative, which trains service providers and economic developers to transition ownership so stores don't close.
Local
K-State expert shares tips for Halloween food safety
10/27/2023 JC Post
Temperatures are dropping and leaves are falling, which means Halloween is quickly approaching. While the holiday is not always thought to be overly risky in terms of food safety, any time perishable foods are left out can be a nightmare. "Perishable foods such as meat and cheese trays, pasta dishes or finger sandwiches should be kept in a refrigerator until the party starts," said Karen Blakeslee, Kansas State University food scientist and coordinator of K-State's Rapid Response Center.
Friday, Oct. 27, 2023
National/International
United States announces up to $79 Million to expand research for Feed the Future
10/26/23 USAID
This expansion, over five years, includes up to $37 million for a new Feed the Future Innovation Lab for Climate Resilient Cereals, led by Kansas State University, and up to $40 million for a new Feed the Future Innovation Lab for Irrigation and Mechanization Systems, led by the University of Nebraska subject to the availability of funds.
Kansas State - Salina adds aviation safety minor degree
10/26/23 AV web
Kansas State University (K-State) at Salinia, already with an extensive array of aviation curricula, has added a minor degree program in aviation safety. The program is tailored “to provide students with a knowledge of practices and procedures used in establishing and maintaining an effective safety program and promot[ing] a safety culture.”
K-State is now on a mission to estiamte the potential economic losses from possible foreign animal diseases
10/26/23 Ag web
“We have NBAF here, which is the National Bio Agro-Defense Facility, that's on the edge of campus. So, K-State really is right in the middle of the animal health industry,” says Dustin Pendell, director of the collaborating center for the economics of animal health Americas region, K-State University.
State/Regional
Apply for college for free in Kansas Nov. 7-9
10/26/23 KSNW
The state is making it easier to apply for college in Kansas by removing application fees on Nov. 7, 8 and 9. The Kansas Board of Regents says those three days will mark Kansas’ first-ever statewide free college application period.
Kansas, Nebraska universities to collaborate on adding teachers of color in public schools
10/26/23 KAKE
A three-year, $3.9 million federal grant will enable Kansas State University and University of Nebraska-Lincoln to collaborate on a project to diversify the teacher workforce in the Dodge City, Kansas, school district and five school districts in Nebraska.
Thursday, Oct. 26, 2023
National/International
Jamaica fears brain drain as teachers leave for US schools
10/25/23 San Juan Daily Star
Tuan D. Nguyen, an associate professor at Kansas State University and an expert on educator shortages, said the influx of teachers from abroad is one key way to address teacher vacancies in the United States, which have increased sharply since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic.
State/Regional
SMS Drone Club Takes Off
10/25/23 Salina311
The club is sponsored through K-State’s Uncrewed Aircraft Systems department in conjunction with the Drones in Schools Program.
Local
*KSU Technology Department partners with PlainsCraft
10/25/23 WIBW
PlainsCraft manufacturing company based in Topeka produces products for glamping otherwise known as glamourous camping, and partnered with KSU to support international shipping for these unique products.
Wednesday, Oct. 25, 2023
National/International
Where’s the Next Breakthrough in Agriculture Coming From?
10/24/23 Associated Press
“The Innovation Award was launched as part of the company’s 100th anniversary celebration in 2021. In the two years since the program began, 230 students have participated on 60 teams, bringing forward creative ideas to enhance agriculture and food production,” said Wilbur-Ellis President and Chief Executive Officer John Buckley. “Choosing the most innovative ideas from such a great collection is difficult. But this year, one idea was particularly impressive – and that idea came from the Grain Science Team at Kansas State University, which received the Innovation Award’s top prize of $25,000.”
State/Regional
K-State Olathe launches new strategic plan focusing on regional issues
10/24/23 Olathe Reporter
The Kansas State University Olathe campus announced its new strategic plan Tuesday, putting an emphasis on new curriculum and local issues like the supply chain and community health.
*K-State’s technology institute helps Topeka company ship covered wagons
10/24/23 KWCH
Kansas State University’s Technology Development Institute in the Carl R. Ice College of Engineering has partnered with PlainsCraft to support international shipping of covered wagons for glamping. PlainsCraft is a manufacturing company based in Topeka that began producing products for the glamping — or glamorous camping — industry in 2018.
Local
*K-State leads Project ARISE to support rural and military-connected students pursuing STEM careers
10/24/23 Manhattan Mercury
A federal grant awarded to K-State and its partners will create opportunities for rural and military-connected students who want to work in STEM careers.
*K-State among coalition selected for new regional tech hub
10/24/23 1350 KMAN
Kansas State University is among a coalition of regional organizations selected as of one of 31 Tech Hubs designated this week by the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Economic Development Administration.
Tuesday, Oct. 24, 2023
National/International
Jamaica Fears Brain Drain as Teachers Leave for U.S. Schools
10/24/23 The New York Times
Tuan D. Nguyen, an associate professor at Kansas State University and an expert on educator shortages, said the influx of teachers from abroad are one key way to address teacher vacancies in the United States, which have increased sharply since the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic.
*Universities Play Major Role In 31 Tech Hubs That Will Compete For $500 Million In Funding
10/24/23 Forbes
The KCBioHub includes dozens of partner organizations, including Kansas State University, the University of Kansas, the University of Missouri, the University of Missouri-Kansas City and several two-year and community colleges in the area.
Rare Mountain Lion Spotted Running Through Rural Kansas
10/23/23 Whiskey Riff
According to Kansas State University, the first confirmed mountain lion sighting happened in 2007 and there have been approximately 50 more since.
State/Regional
Rising rents have college students feeling the pinch, K-State inflation report finds
10/24/23 The Topeka-Capital Journal
Kansas State University students are paying more to go to college – and not just through rising tuition.
*K-State Salina announces new scholarship for aviation mechanics
10/23/23 Salina Post
In response to the ever-growing demand for highly skilled aviation maintenance experts, Kansas State University Salina Aerospace and Technology Campus has launched a new scholarship that’s designed to make world-class aviation maintenance education accessible and affordable to aspiring professionals in the field.
Steam engine carries Missouri society
10/23/23 Abilene-RC.com
During the charter to Enterprise and back Steven Smethers, Kansas State University professor emeritus, shared history about the Abilene & Smoky Valley Railroad along with the cars and engines.
Monday, Oct. 23, 2023
National/International
What to Do With Those Falling Leaves and Pumpkin Seeds?
10/20/2023 Morning Ag Clips
Beautiful fall leaves have begun to cover lawns and will continue to fall throughout November. Kansas State University horticulture expert Ward Upham said it's important to remove leaves from home lawns. "Although a scattering of leaves won't harm the lawn, excessive cover prevents sunlight from reaching turfgrass plants," Upham said. "Turf left in this state for an extended period will be unable to make the carbohydrates needed to carry it through the winter."
State/Regional
OU project aims for more efficient, sustainable energy future
10/20/2023 The Journal Record
For the project, researchers at OU will collaborate with colleagues at Kansas State University. They'll conduct an extensive study aimed at developing an energy storage technology capable of efficiently converting carbon dioxide emissions captured from fossil fuels into valuable fuels, such as methane.
Smoky Hill Museum to present Kanza Nation on the Move in First Thursday presentation
10/21/2023 Salina Post
How did the Kanza (Kaw) come to live in Kansas? Where did they begin, and how did they make this region home? Even after migrating from the east, they continued a mobile lifestyle that included much of our present state. Join Dr. Lauren Ritterbush as she shares what we know about Indigenous migrations using archaeological evidence and early historical records relating to the Kanza. Dr. Ritterbush is an archaeologist, ethnohistorian, and professor of anthropology at Kansas State University in Manhattan.
Local
*K-State veterinary college receives award for excellence
10/21/2023 WIBW
Kansas State University College of Veterinary Medicine received the 2023 Health Professions Higher Education Excellence in Diversity, or HEED, Award. Kansas State University officials said the K-State veterinary college is receiving this award for the third consecutive year. They have been recognized for their efforts to enhance diversity in their academic environment.
Friday, Oct. 20, 2023
National/International
Slow herd rebuilding, expectations of cattle on feed lower
10/19/23 Drovers
“There’s mixed signals, but there’s areas like the Flint Hills of Kansas, East Texas and so forth, where most producers would say that conditions haven’t changed enough to support change,” notes Glynn Tonsor, agricultural economist at Kansas State University. Meanwhile, some areas in the western part of the U.S. are in better shape than last year.
State/Regional
How do you make pumpkins last longer? Garden expert shares advice
10/19/23 KSNT
A K-State plant expert is weighing on the best ways to keep your pumpkins looking their best this fall...Domenghini said mature pumpkins will have a waxy coating which gives them protection from getting too dry, according to K-State. You can create an artificial coating with spray wax which could help extend your pumpkin’s life.
Local
Salina South Middle School students take to the skies with a Drone Club
10/19/23 Salina Post
The club is sponsored through K-State’s Uncrewed Aircraft Systems department in conjunction with the Drones in Schools Program. Drones in Schools is a national program that hosts competitions and provides supplies and a curriculum covering everything from human flight's history to future drone usage.
*K-State's McCain Performance Series kicks off holiday season with Straight No Chaser
10/19/23 JC Post
Tickets are available online at mccain.k-state.edu or at the ticket office in the McCain lobby from noon to 4 p.m. Wednesdays through Fridays.
Thursday, Oct. 19, 2023
National/International
Thermador Announces 2023 Class of Diversity in Design Pipeline Scholarship Recipients
10/18/23 Yahoo Finance
Madison Svoboda is one of five students to earn the Diversity in Design Pipeline initiative scholarship. Final-year college students from around the country applied to join this program that helps propel interior design students with diverse perspectives into the highly competitive design industry. The group of winners will receive a tailored, year-long mentorship program with highly acclaimed subject matter interior design professionals, and $10,000 to go towards tuition.
Troops Must Start Planning for Transition Out of Service Sooner to Be Successful, Advocates Testify
10/18/23 Military.com
One unconventional solution for better transitions, according to Arthur DeGroat, executive director of Kansas State University's Office of Military and Veterans Affairs, might be to rely on military retention specialists to also serve as transition experts.
State/Regional
BELLE EVERETT OF MORGANVILLE SELECTED AS NEW K-STATE COLLEGE OF EDUCATION AMBASSADOR
10/18/23 KNCK
Belle Everett of Morganville was one of nineteen Kansas State University students recently selected to serve as College of Education Ambassadors, a group of approximately 60 students who promote and serve the college. Ambassadors work to promote the education field and be a resource to prospective and newly admitted students.
Local
*K-State libraries offered ‘AI and the Future Symposium’ to learn what the software is
10/18/23 WIBW
Kansas State Libraries held its last day of their ‘AI and the Future Symposium’ today.
Wednesday, Oct. 18, 2023
National/International
Study: Grid pricing has boosted cattle profits, improved consumer beef
10/17/23 Ag Update
K-State livestock economist Ted Schroeder said grid pricing of fed cattle refers to valuing a lot of cattle based on carcass merit, including premiums or discounts for such traits as quality grade, yield grade, preferred weight, special branded programs and more.
State/Regional
*KSU receives 10th consecutive Higher Education Excellence in Diversity Award
10/17/23 WIBW
Kansas State University received its 10th consecutive Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award.
*K-State Libraries selects 14 students as ambassadors
10/17/23 WIBW
K-State Libraries has selected 14 students as ambassadors.
Is vaping harmful for teens? Kansas expert weighs in
10/17/23 KSNT
The K-State Research and Extension Office posted anarticle on Oct. 16 detailing how the practice of using cigarettes or the modern equivalent, e-cigarettes, is causing harm to Kansas teens.
Tuesday, Oct. 17, 2023
National/International
How to Prepare Every Part of Your Life for a Recession
10/16/23 Buy Side from Wall Street Journal
Megan McCoy, a professor of financial therapy at Kansas State University, says people often let their guard down when they suspect an economic storm is ahead.
The Common Mistake To Avoid When Washing Dish Towels
10/16/23 House Digest
A 2015 study conducted by Kansas State University showed that dish towels are typically the dirtiest items in the kitchen, as they harbor the most bacteria.
K-State Swine Day Scheduled for November 16
10/17/23 Morning Ag Clips
Research updates are the cornerstone of Kansas State University’s annual Swine Day, planned for Thursday, Nov. 16.
State/Regional
Autonomous tractor gives Mizzou students chance to shape agriculture industry
10/16/23 FOX 2
The team at MU is leading an interdisciplinary collaboration among other universities across the Midwest, including Lincoln University, Kansas State University and Penn State University.
Learning About Co-ops
10/16/23 KSAL
The videos were developed through a grant with CHS, Inc. and in collaboration with Brian Briggeman, director of the Arthur Capper Cooperative Center in K-State’s Department of Agricultural Economics.
Local
*‘I AM HOME’ | K-State President Richard Linton completes cancer treatments, returns to campus
10/16/23 The Mercury
K-State president Richard Linton announced Monday he completed his seven-week treatment program for his tongue and throat cancer.
Monday, Oct. 16, 2023
National/International
EPA Selects Kansas State University to Receive Nearly $550K Pollution Prevention Grant to Advance Environmental Justice
10/12/2023 U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced the selection of Kansas State University to receive a total of $547,771 in Pollution Prevention Grants with funding from President Biden's Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. The KSU Pollution Prevention Institute's proposed project will provide technical assistance to industries and institutions, whose lack of information impedes source reduction, to identify ways that clients can change the material, process, or technology to reduce waste at the source (including chemical substitution).
Peanut Innovation Lab at UGA receives $2.5M grant to help farmers in Madagascar
10/15/2023 Morning AgClips
To help Madagascan farmers adapt, the U.S. Agency for International Development has awarded the Feed the Future Innovation Lab for Peanut at the University of Georgia an additional $2.5 million to work in partnership with the Global Collaboration on Sorghum and Millet at Kansas State University on a resilient rotation of peanut, sorghum and millet that will improve soil conditions, make farms more productive, feed people and protect the natural environment.
State/Regional
*K-State veterinarian shares tips for Pet Wellness Month
10/13/2023 KNCK-FM Concordia
October is National Pet Wellness Month, and K-State veterinarian Susan Nelson is sharing tips to foster a healthy lifestyle for furry family members. "Pet wellness entails what we do at home to care for pets as well as the medical care given by your veterinarian," said Nelson, clinical professor at the Veterinary Health Center in the College of Veterinary Medicine. "From regular check-ups to maintaining a balanced diet, ensuring exercise and addressing mental health needs, it's crucial to give pets the care and attention they deserve."
Number of absentee land owners rising
10/13/2023 Great Bend Tribune
In less than a decade, there has been a shift in land ownership trends in Kansas. "There is a growing demographic of landowners in Kansas that are becoming more geographically and generationally removed from agriculture," said Robin Reid, an agricultural economist at Kansas State University.
*Burns & McDonnell Opens Student Success Center at Kansas State University
10/13/2023 Midwest Contractor
Burns & McDonnell has opened a Student Success Center at Kansas State University. Located at the Kansas State University Office Park in Manhattan, the space represents a significant step in nurturing the next generation of talent while supporting Burns & McDonnell's commitment to education and community development.
Friday, Oct. 13, 2023
National/International
How world averted a grain shortage, despite Ukraine war
10/12/23 Yahoo! news
“So far, things have worked much, much better than I think people projected,” says Allen Featherstone, head of agricultural economics at Kansas State University in Manhattan, Kansas. But “there’s still a lot of instability there.”
State/Regional
Kansas City, Missouri, receives $3 million to redevelop contaminated sites in underserved areas
10/12/23 KSHB
Kansas State University is leading a study at the site, which started a little over a year ago. "We are trying to add soil treatments to stabilize lead in the soil," Dr. Ganga Hettiarachchi, a professor of soil and environmental chemistry at K-State, said.
Local
K-State veterinarian shares tips for Pet Wellness Month
10/12/23 WIBW
October is National Pet Wellness Month, and K-State veterinarian Susan Nelson shares tips to foster a healthy lifestyle for furry family members. It’s vital to schedule regular check-ups with your veterinarian to monitor your pet’s health and catch any potential issues early.
Thursday, Oct. 12, 2023
National/International
Record-low trapping numbers may point to trouble for Minnesota muskrats
10/11/23 ArcaMax
Muskrats have declined across the country since the 1970s, although the dropoff is most significant in the southeast United States, according to Adam Ahlers, a wildlife ecologist at Kansas State University who researches muskrat.
Wednesday, Oct. 11, 2023
National/International
Ikon Science donates RokDoc liscenses to Kansas State University
10/10/23 Yahoo! Finance
Ikon Science, a leading global provider of geoprediction and open subsurface knowledge management software and services, announced today its donation of RokDoc software to Kansas State University.
Saltwater threat to Louisiana drinking water to grow across US, experts warn
10/10/23 The Guardian
“The problem is everywhere,” said Jeeban Panthi, a coastal hydrologist at Kansas State University, meaning that saltwater intrusion is occurring across every coast.
State/Regional
Native Kansan outlines opportunties during Henry C. Gardiner Lecture at K-State
10/11/23 Kansas Ag Connection
“You live in a world today, folks, where total U.S. agricultural exports to the world are about the same as China’s total food imports from the world,” said (Gregg) Doud, in remarks as the 10th speaker in Kansas State University’s Henry C. Gardiner Global Food Systems lecture series on Oct.
Local
*K-State launches online graduate certificate in digital media for educators
10/11/23 WIBW
Kansas State University officials said the interdisciplinary certificate is designed for working professionals, specifically teachers, college and university faculty, administrators and graduate students, who seek to advance their skills and confidence in digital audiences, analytics, educational and communications technologies, social media and communication.
Tuesday, Oct. 10, 2023
National/International
Nature Survey: Only 4% Of Scientists Believe AI Has Become A “Necessity” | 1,600+ People Participated
10/10/23 Gaming Deputy
According to Lior Shamir, a computer scientist at Kansas State University in Manhattan: Machine learning can sometimes be useful, but AI raises more questions than it helps.
Alarm Bell Rings Over Escalating Teacher Shortages in US Public Schools
10/8/23 BNN
According to research conducted by Tuan Nguyen, an education professor at Kansas State University, and his colleagues, the teacher shortage has worsened in several states and is not solely a pandemic-related issue.
Youth From Across the State Gather for Annual Kansas Junior Livestock Show
10/9/23 Morning Ag Clips
Kansas State University placed second in the senior college competition at the Mid-America Classic Judging Contest, held in conjunction with KJLS.
State/Regional
*Huddling for housing solutions
10/6/23 The Iola Register
A dearth of affordable, quality housing has plagued rural areas like Allen County for years. Kansas State University spearheaded a discussion Thursday to look at possible solutions.
Where’s the Next Breakthrough in Agriculture Coming From?
10/9/23 Ag Web
“But this year, one idea was particularly impressive – and that idea came from the Grain Science Team at Kansas State University, which received the Innovation Award’s top prize of $25,000.”
K-State’s Upham Shares Maintenance Tips to Prepare a Lawnmower for Storage
10/9/23 Kansas Ag Connection
Kansas State University horticulture expert Ward Upham said as mowing season ends, it is important to service mowers before storing them for winter.
Monday, Oct. 9, 2023
National/International
Kansas State University's symposium explores the growing impact of artificial intelligence
10/6/2023 Cryptopolitan
Kansas State University is preparing to host a significant event that shines a spotlight on the rapidly expanding use of artificial intelligence (AI). The upcoming "AI and the Future Symposium" is poised to bring together a diverse audience, encompassing students, faculty, staff, and the broader community. This symposium aims to foster discussions on AI’s capabilities, applications, and inherent challenges.
DOD awards $53 million in grants for defense and civic education
10/6/2023 Federal Newswire Report
Scholarships in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics will be awarded to educational organizations such as Kansas State University and the Barry Goldwater Scholarship and Excellence in Education Foundation. These scholarships are intended for students who are interested in pursuing careers in these fields.
George Takei picture book on his years in internment camps will be published next spring
10/7/2023 Bristol Herald Courier
"Overnight, Japanese Americans were looked at with suspicion, fear and outright hatred simply because we looked like the people who bombed Pearl Harbor," Takei said during a talk at Kansas State University in September. "But we had absolutely nothing to do with Pearl Harbor. We're Americans, and yet on sidewalks Japanese Americans were yelled at, spat at and assaulted."
State/Regional
*Iola teacher earns Spirit of K-State Award
10/6/2023 The Iola Register
Amanda Holman, ag instructor at Iola High School, received a Spirit of K-State Award Thursday, chosen by her former student, Kansas State University senior Brody Nemecek. For the honor, Holman will choose a student to receive a $1,000 college scholarship.
'I'm incredibly honored': K-State twirler takes her skills to the international stage
10/8/2023 KSNT
A K-State band member got the opportunity of a lifetime to show off her twirling skills on an international scale. Kaylee Brungardt is a twirler at Kansas State University, and in her second year, she's already considered one of the best in the country. To prove it, Brungardt was one of just 12 hand-picked from across the nation to represent the United States in the 71st International Festival of Springtime in Peru.
Local
*U.S. Economic Development Admin. Selects KSU's Tech Development Institute
10/6/2023 JC Post
The United States Economic Development Administration has selected Kansas State University's Technology Development Institute for continued participation in the nationwide University Center program. As a designated University Center since 2004, the Technology Development Institute, or TDI, in the Carl R. Ice College of Engineering will continue to engage in a wide range of technology-based economic development activities across the region with partners to provide a positive economic impact for the state of Kansas.
Former Nobel Prize winner presents physics lecture at K-State
10/6/23 The Collegian
Senior astrophysicist John C. Mather discussed the Cosmic Background Explorer and the infrared telescope, which led to the discoveries that helped prove the Big Bang, on Monday and Tuesday at Cardwell Hall. Tim Bolton, department head of physics, said Mather's enthusiasm was "the highlight of the presentation." "We don't get Nobel Prize winners walking down the hallways every day," Bolton said. "It has a high impact on our department and the large community we have around our department."
Friday, Oct. 6, 2023
National/International
‘My Boyfriend’s Dad Bought Us a House. What Do I Tell My Friends?’
10/5/23 The Cut
You’ll also need a plan. “If you haven’t already, it may be good to meet with a financial professional so that you can discuss the ‘what ifs’ around homeownership and gain more peace of mind,” says Megan McCoy, a professor of personal financial planning at Kansas State University. A strong understanding of your new costs of living (including home insurance, property taxes, and potential repairs) will make your fears less abstract and give you more agency in preparing for them.
State/Regional
*K-State talks rural needs
10/5/23 The Iola Register
Kansas State University officials are in Allen County this week to promote economic vitality, here and across the state, through the K-State 105 campaign.
Local
*K-State Libraries offers workshops for students and the community to engage on the new ‘AI’ software
10/5/23 WIBW
The rising usage of artificial intelligence is one major topic of discussion at Kansas State University right now.
*Kansas State University speaks on importance of campus visits
10/5/23 KSNT
Holly Gerke, the assistant director of student services and engagement, joined 27 News Morning Anchor Katie Garceran on the morning show to talk about the importance of campus visits.
Thursday, Oct. 5, 2023
National/International
Teacher shortage a ‘global phenomenon,’ UN agency warns
10/5/23 Global News
Education researcher and Kansas State University associate professor Tuan Nguyen said there are several factors at play when it comes to turnover. In the U.S., where multiple states have seen an increase in turnover compared to before the COVID-19 pandemic, Nguyen — who teaches at the university’s College of Education — said they’re also facing the issue of not enough people wanting to come into the profession.
State/Regional
*K-State brings outreach to Allen County
10/4/23 KOAM
According to director of outreach at Kansas State University Tim Steffensmeier, the initiative to reach all one hundred and five counties has been met with enthusiasm as the university seeks to highlight the positive initiatives taking place in these counties and explore potential partnerships with K-State.
Local
*'Learn everything': Nobel laureate John Mather speaks at K-State
10/4/23 Manhattan Mercury
The renowned astrophysicist and Nobel laureate from NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center spoke Tuesday at Kansas State University.
Wednesday, Oct. 4, 2023
National/International
In 3 Midwest Cities, Immigrants and Refugees Are Solving Teacher Shortages
10/3/23 Yahoo! News
Yet, thousands of teacher vacancies across the country persist — with more than 160,000 jobs filled by under-qualified teachers, according to Kansas State University’s College of Education.
State/Regional
Kansas has rich ties to 4-H organization
10/2/23 KSN.com
As for Kansas, the state has two important ties to 4-H, Arthur Capper and Otis E. Hall. Capper was a Kansas Governor and Senator, Publisher, and Philanthropist, and Otis E. Hall was a full professor at what eventually became Kansas State University.
Local
In Focus 10/2/23: KSU Vet Med, Manhattan Parks and Rec
10/2/23 1350 KMAN
Kansas State University College of Veterinary Medicine Clinical Professor Dr. Susan Nelson discusses fleas and ticks, pet obesity awareness, Halloween safety tips for pets and cold weather preparations for pet owners.
Tuesday, Oct. 3, 2023
National/International
University of Illinois to receive up to $5 million for National University Rail Center of Excellence
10/2/23 Trains
Led by the University of Illinois, the Center includes a consortium of nine partner institutions, including the University of Illinois Chicago, University of Delaware, Kansas State University, Michigan Technological University, Morgan State University, Rutgers University, University of Texas at Austin, and Tuskegee University.
Leading Educators: Q&A with Michael McClure
10/2/23 The Architect’s Newspaper
Each answered a septet of questions; the seventh in this series is Michael McClure, new dean of Kansas State’s College of Architecture, Planning & Design.
How to Preserve Pumpkins This Fall
10/2/23 Morning AgClips
When the popular fall treat is used for baking and cooking, Kansas State University food scientist Karen Blakeslee says sugar or pie pumpkins are the No. 1 choice.
State/Regional
Kansas researchers say silver could reduce mosquito numbers
10/2/23 KSNT
Researchers at Kansas State University have found a novel way to take mosquito numbers down a peg.
*K-State Salina welcomes the largest incoming freshman class
10/2/23 Salina Post
Kansas State University Salina Aerospace and Technology Campus has achieved a remarkable milestone by welcoming the largest incoming freshan class in its history.
Monday, Oct. 2, 2023
National/International
Most Affordable Cities For Students in Kansas
10/1/2023 University Magazine
No. 1: Manhattan. Located in the northeastern part of Kansas, Manhattan is often regarded as one of the most affordable cities for students in the state. Home to Kansas State University, this college town offers a low cost of living, making it an ideal choice for those seeking quality education without breaking the bank.
Taking clients from "fine" to "flourishing"
9/29/2023 ADVISOR'S EDGE
Monitoring meetings can sometimes feel like a chore in the world of financial planning, but a professor of practice at Kansas State University and lecturer at Columbia University says this phase of the client-advisor relationship offers a unique opportunity. Speaking at the Institute for Advanced Financial Planners' annual symposium in Edmonton last week, Meghaan Lurtz presented a strategy to revamp financial monitoring meetings that sometimes leave both advisors and clients disengaged, especially when facing the same discussions with little to report.
State/Regional
*K-State Technology Development Institute builds 300th seat belt device for KHP
9/30/2023 WIBW
The Kansas State University's Technology Development Institute constructed its 300th Seat Belt Convincer for the Kansas Highway Patrol. Kansas State University officials said the device simulates a 5-7 mph impact and enables the participant to feel the restraint the seat belt provides during a low-speed impact. This helps to convince the participants to wear their seat belts as they can feel the force generated at a low speed and understand how much worse that would be at 65 mph.
Local
Kansas Board of Regents sculpt $300 million plan for boosting state aid to public higher education
10/2/2023 JC Post
Ethan Erickson, vice president for administration and finance at Kansas State University, received approval from the board for $25 million to support new or renovated buildings that would be tied to an agriculture innovation center dedicated to beef, dairy and grain science research and instruction. This appropriation would be set up as a one-to-one match from the private sector. The land-grant university has identified $133 million for the agricultural development project budgeted at $208 million, he said.
Kansas State earned support from the Board of Regents for $5 million in state tax dollars to create a water research institute to tackle quality and quantity challenges. The institute would delve into water scarcity as well as food production and urban planning for benefit of the state, he said. "We have to do this," said Marshall Stewart, a senior vice president at KSU. "It's a top priority for the state of Kansas."
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