Kansas State University

In this issue

Research

• Sounding the warning: Researchers advocate for importance of music education as schools cut music programs across Kansas
• Test of tolerance: Diversity keeps grasslands resilient to drought, climate change

Events

• Get in the swing, Texas-style: Country great Lyle Lovett kicks off McCain Performance Series on Aug. 26

Human resources and benefits

• Verify personal, work information in HRIS by Aug. 24

Kudos, publications and presentations

• Alumnus named to Egyptian cabinet post

Newsletters, magazines and blogs

• Recent news from K-State's central mail services