Kansas State University

In this issue

News and research

• Recreational services offering Holiday Shape Up program
• Kansas State University recognized as a Phi Kappa Phi Chapter of Merit
• Now available: 2013 Kansas State University directory
• College of Veterinary Medicine selects 2012 class of Early Admission Scholars
• Scary stuff: Why tales of ghosts, goblins and things that go bump in the night are more than horror stories

Events

• Coffee Hour series continues with a visit to Kenya
• Renowned theatre organist to accompany 'The Phantom of the Opera' silent film at K-State
• In the spotlight: Exhibition by alumnus Patrick Duegaw on display at Beach Museum of Art; opening reception Oct. 13
• Vernon Larson International Luncheon Lecture
• Relay For Life of K-State early bird event
• Marla Day to reveal 'Clues in the Calico'

Personnel changes

• Aistrup to serve as associate dean for academic affairs for the College of Arts and Sciences

Health and safety

• Public safety team responds to diesel fuel in soil of old tennis court

Kudos, publications and presentations

• Advocates for the elderly: College of Human Ecology researchers earn Stowe award for study looking at person-centered care in nursing home policy
• Award-winning work: University receives five regional Continuing Education awards

Technology

• iSIS class schedule refresher training

Campus construction and maintenance

• Service interruption: Campus Creek Complex building heat and cooling today

Volunteer opportunities

• Volunteers needed for Kids Voting booths