March 30, 2012
From the provost
Updates from leadership
News and research
- Quick guide answers questions about accreditation and campus visit next month
- K-State CrossFit now offering child care
- K-State CrossFit to offer Ladies Boot Camp: Operation Hotness
- Experience is the best teacher: Continuing education professional in South Dakota pursues master's degree through K-State distance education
Events
- Kansas State University to host first Greater Kansas Area Security Workshop
- Kemper Gallery to host exhibition 'Sustainable by Design: A Review of Native American Architecture, Art and Culture of the Southwest'
- National Geographic photographer to present at Beach Museum of Art Saturday
Human resources and benefits
Personnel changes
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Belanger receives Excellence in Design Studio Teaching award
- Excellence in research: Geography group selects Harrington for John Fraser Hart Award
Publications and presentations
- Modern languages faculty member presents at the Convention of the Northeast Modern Language Association
- Reese invited to present banquet address at the 20th Biennial International Plant Resistance to Insects Workshop
- Rice reappointed to National Resource Council board
Financial services
March 29, 2012
News and research
Events
- University of Washington professor to give 48th William J. Spencer Lecture today
- University of Texas at San Antonio professor to present two distinguished lectures today and Friday
- Technology entrepreneurship lecture today
- Lecture, reception to recognize Saint John's Bible donors April 3
- Hundreds of fourth- and fifth-graders taking part in K-State Olathe's King Arthur Flour Life Skills program April 2 and 3
- Tallgrass TV: Tuning in to nature
Kudos, publications and presentations
Publications and presentations
Campus construction and maintenance
March 28, 2012
From the president
Updates from leadership
- Experienced elementary educator and professor named dean of College of Education
- Letter from Athletics Director John Currie regarding Frank Martin, basketball coaching search
News and research
- K-State United Way campaign wrap-up
- Multicultural leadership awards nominations due today
- Deadline extension: Celebrating People in Action Award nominations
- The hot seat: Career expert says questions about behavior can be toughest to answer in job interviews
- Military training exercise Friday at K-State sports complex
Events
- K-State For All: Disability Awareness Week 2012
- Reading by author Rebecca Makkai on Friday
- Plant germplasm specialist to give 28th Heyne Lecture today.
- Women's Center to host City Park dog walk event Sunday
- Bakery Science Club to host weekly bake sale today
- K-State women invited to Wednesday Brown Bag lunch: Woman to Woman Financial Empowerment Workshop April 12
Human resources and benefits
- Office of affirmative action to present 'Respectful Work Relationships' April 11
- Save on college expenses for you and/or your family
- Are you retirement ready?
Technology
Campus construction and maintenance
- Throckmorton greenhouse complex whitewashing to be completed Thursday
- Ackert Hall domestic water to be interrupted Friday
March 27, 2012
Updates from leadership
News and research
- Accreditation visit kicks off with a namesake treat
- Alternative voices: New university archives exhibit showcases recent finding of African-American newspapers, magazines
Events
- University of Oregon professor to present 47th William J. Spencer Lecture today
- Free tickets available to see ensemble led by Oscar-winning composer Yuval Ron
- K-State women invited to Wednesday Brown Bag lunch: Beyond Fat Talk: Women and Body Image
- Infinite fun: Fifth through 12th grade students invited to compete in mathematical olympiad
- George Mason professor to give next lecture in K-State Series on Economic Prosperity April 3
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Royal Purple yearbook named finalist for national award
- French connection: National scholarship provides summer of study in Paris for student from Overland Park
Publications and presentations
Campus construction and maintenance
March 26, 2012
From the president
Updates from leadership
Shared governance
Events
- Open forums with President Schulz and Provost Mason
- Folklore and more: April English events feature Irish storyteller, lectures and student presentations
- Dodgeball tournament April 14 to support K-State Cancer Research
- Futures by design: Expo helps students make career connections
- L. T. Fan Lecture canceled
Human resources and benefits
- Medicare basics for boomers and beyond presentation April 3
- Division of Human Resources hosting seminars on long-term care insurance
Kudos, publications and presentations
Publications and presentations
Gifts
Technology
- Handing down or selling an iPad? A tip to make it a secure transition
- What happened: Teaching, Learning and Technology Showcase 2012
Campus construction and maintenance
March 23, 2012
Campus construction and maintenance
March 22, 2012
News and research
Events
- Landing soon: Former astronaut Hawley to deliver university's Neff Lectureship in Physics
- Culture is in full bloom: K-State offers several art, theater, dance events in April
Campus construction and maintenance
March 21, 2012
News and research
- Wichita company, Advanced Manufacturing Institute team up for project to make better electronic products
- Working together: New partnership recognizes university's efforts to empower Hispanic students
Events
Health and safety
- Quarterly sprinkler system testing for March 22
- Traffic update: Kansas Department of Transportation makes lane, traffic flow changes on K-18
- Fire hydrant flow tests may cause brown, but safe, water Thursday
Campus construction and maintenance
March 20, 2012
Research
Publications and presentations
Campus construction and maintenance
- Throckmorton Hall west side chilled water to be interrupted Wednesday
- Hale Library room 16 air handling unit to be interrupted March 26
- English/Counseling Services Building, Ward and Cardwell halls electricity to be interrupted Saturday morning
- Ward Hall electricity control room 109 and mechanical room 108 electricity to be interrupted Thursday
March 19, 2012
Updates from leadership
Research
News and research
- Deep roots: Kansas Forest Service celebrating 125 years of tree-mendous work promoting forestry practices
- Faculty/staff golf club promotion at Colbert Hills
- Transmittal forms for sponsored projects made easier
- Forum for success: Students earn honors for research
Events
- K-State to host PLANET Student Career Days during spring break
- Put a spring in your step: Springdance 2012 March 30-31 in McCain
Campus construction and maintenance
- Shellenberger Hall hot and chilled water to be interrupted Monday and Tuesday
- Durland Hall low pressure steam to be interrupted Tuesday
- Throckmorton Hall roof hood exhaust fans service to be interrupted Monday and possibly Tuesday
March 16, 2012
News and research
- Interim director for the Center for the Advancement of Teaching and Learning position announced
- Steve Logback named assistant vice president for communications and marketing
- On board: New officers for Kansas State University Foundation begin two-year terms
- Dodge City Community College student earns university's first Sarachek Transfer Scholarship
- A group effort: Teaching partners of SVS Spanish program learn Spanish with students
Technology
Campus construction and maintenance
- Dickens Hall north entrance door to have restricted access Monday-Friday
- Kramer Complex chilled water to be interrupted Monday-Friday
- Durland Hall chilled water to be interrupted Monday
March 15, 2012
Updates from leadership
Research
News and research
- Career kudos: College of Engineering recognizes 10 alumni for professional progress
- Engineering success: Two join University's Engineering Hall of Fame for career, service accomplishments
Events
- Chinese University of Hong Kong professor to give 46th William J. Spencer Lecture today
- Jackie Hartman to discuss university history and the upcoming sesquicentennial at April Social Club luncheon
Campus construction and maintenance
March 14, 2012
Updates from leadership
News and research
- Call for Nominations: Putting Students First Award for Outstanding Service to Students
- Career and employment services has job scam advice
- Submit nominations for the Promoting An Accessible Campus Award
- Taxing times: Experts say avoid getting a refund – but if you do, save it or use to pay down debt
- March Madness or March badness: Policies can help employees know limits on tracking scores online or with phone, ethics expert says
- Battle on the big screen: The odds for a winning movie may be in 'The Hunger Games' favor
Shared governance
Events
- Computing and information sciences department to host how-to talk today
- Award-winning young adult author to speak at conference on March 31
- Bakery Science Club to host weekly bake sale today
- Union Program Council announces spring concert
- Chief operating officer of Bain Capital to speak Thursday
Publications and presentations
Gifts
March 13, 2012
News and research
Events
- Polish scholar to lecture on contemporary fantasy literature
- National Strategic Selling Institute to host the Victaulic Sales Invitational April 3-4
- Make a connection, expand your social network at All-University Open House
- Campus communicators to host next brown bag Thursday
- Peterman featured speaker in webinar
Kudos, publications and presentations
Publications and presentations
- Music education professor presents at state and national conferences
- Agronomy distinguished professor presents keynote talk at Earth Univerisity in Costa Rica
Technology
March 12, 2012
Updates from leadership
- Director of corporate engagement candidate forums begin today
- Deadline upcoming for spring 2012 mentoring fellowships competition
Research
News and research
- Heavy reading: Alumni give K-State literary gift to inspire discussion and study
- Claiming their terrain: Geography students part of Champion World Geography Bowl Team
- Johnson Cancer Research Center's new magazine now available
Events
- Acrobat and InDesign offering free seminar today for faculty/staff
- Washington State professor to present agricultural economics seminar Thursday
- Cultures uniting: Events celebrate creativity and discovery through music, literature and writing
Human resources and benefits
Campus construction and maintenance
March 9, 2012
News and research
- Nominate an outstanding student for special recognition
- K-State, Johnson County Community College team up to provide new educational option with reverse transfer agreement
Events
- Yahoo scientist to give two lectures today
- Today is registration deadline for technology showcase March 13
- K-State Opera to present 'The Crucible'
Human resources and benefits
Campus construction and maintenance
March 8, 2012
News and research
- Discounted general admission bench tickets available for Friday's baseball game
- Memorial service set for Todd Simon
- Tax tip: Tax software can be good option for many, including college students
Events
- University of Virginia professor to present 45th William J. Spencer Lecture today
- Baroque Masterpieces: Eva Amsler, flute, and Shalev Ad-El, harpsichord, to perform concert Thursday
Kudos, publications and presentations
Publications and presentations
March 7, 2012
From the president
Updates from leadership
- Final candidate for dean of the College of Education to deliver public forum today
- Position, search committee announced for the director of the Honor and Integrity System
Research
News and research
- Primary sources bring real life to research
- New continuing education program promotes degree completion for Kansas residents
- Positioned for success: Garmin Internship Program gives students hands-on research experience
Events
- Noted violinist Madeleine Mitchell to perform March 12
- Dean of Yale University School of Art to give lecture Thursday
- Upcoming 2012 Engagement Symposium, 'A Day of Learning: Communities Engaging Landscape'
- 'Confluences on the Amazon: Interdisciplinary study abroad?' to be focus of next Vernon Larson International Luncheon Lecture March 13
Human resources and benefits
Publications and presentations
- Burrack presents at state and national conferences
- Concert choir performs at the American Choral Directors Association Convention
March 6, 2012
Updates from leadership
- Second candidate for dean of the College of Education to deliver public forum today
- Letter to campus from Pat Bosco
Events
- Art professor to give talk today at Beach Museum
- Poet Ronaldo Wilson to read on Friday
- Flush away cancer with Relay for Life
- Konza Prairie to host moonlight walk Saturday
- Rural Grocery Summit approaching to help strengthen stores and communities
- 'Meet the Art - Carol Haerer' event Wednesday
- The future of fuel: Roadblocks facing biofuels focus of 2012 L.T. Fan lecture
Newsletters, magazines and blogs
March 5, 2012
From the provost
Updates from leadership
NBAF Update
News and research
- Call for proposals for FY13 Division of Continuing Education's program development grant funding
- Students presenting research related to Kansas, nation
Events
- NACADA to host webcast Tuesday
- From the lunchroom to the dining hall: Shugart lecturer to look at future trends in onsite food service industry
- Wildcats Against Rape: Support those who spoke out
- Registration open for free Adobe seminar March 12
Human resources and benefits
Health and safety
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Harrington elected national councillor for the Association of American Geographers
- Research by accounting professors recognized by American Accounting Association
Publications and presentations
Technology
- IT solutions: Types of printing available in the labs and InfoCommons
- Cora Cooper to talk music and technology at K-State tech showcase March 13
Campus construction and maintenance
Newsletters, magazines and blogs
March 2, 2012
News and research
- K-State alumni membership tops in Big 12 for 16th consecutive year
- Call for nominations for distance education student and adviser awards
- Nominate your extraordinary students
- Simply the best: Black Student Union reclaims title as most outstanding in the Big 12
- Learning from the best: Online education program rates among top 10 in nation
- Police seek help with on-campus armed robbery case
Events
- Film Series at the Beach to feature 'Until the End of the World' Sunday
- Center for Engagement and Community Development to host symposium April 26
- Meaningful music: Benefit concert March 10 features music inspired by literary works
- Women's basketball team sends off five seniors Saturday night
Health and safety
- Consumer Product Safety Commission recalls for February
- K-State Alerts emergency notification system to undergo routine testing March 5
Publications and presentations
Campus construction and maintenance
- Durland, Rathbone and Fiedler halls' chilled water to be interrupted March 5-7
- Durland Hall natural gas, domestic water and lab air shutoff Thursday morning
March 1, 2012
From the president
Updates from leadership
From SGA
News and research
Events
- 12th Annual Adamchak Distinguished Lecture in Sociology is tonight
- Early registration deadline today for the K-State Leadership Seminar
- Chinese embroidery inspires student exhibit opening at K-State Student Union
- 'The Creation of Anne Boleyn' lecture by Susan Bordo
Human resources and benefits
Publications and presentations
- The poetry of the Irish: New book by K-State expert examines poetic traditions of Ireland
- K-State geographers active at an annual meeting of Association of American Geographers
Technology
Campus construction and maintenance
- Weber Hall domestic water shutoff this afternoon
- Waters Hall east side hot water shutoff this afternoon