March 31, 2014
Updates from leadership
News and research
Events
- Chester E. Peters lecture to focus on supporting students with psychiatric disabilities
- Forum with ESPN President John Skipper as part of the Landon Lecture Series
- K-State For All events celebrate diversity
- Jan Kraybill, K-State alumna, presents organ recital Thursday
- K-State Cycling Club hosts Wildcat Gran Prix April 5, 6
- Qualtrics workshops offered in spring 2014
- Music, drama, art and dance in bloom across campus during April
- Volunteers needed for All-University Open House on Saturday, April 5
- Beach Museum invites visitors to slow down, enjoy the art on April 12
Human resources and benefits
Publications and presentations
- Drama therapy professor keynotes in Seattle
- Journalism and Mass Communications faculty publish chapter in the 'Handbook of International Advertising'
- Broyles-González works included in American ethnic studies anthology published in Italy
Campus construction and maintenance
Newsletters, magazines and blogs
March 28, 2014
Events
- Kansas American Association of University Women to meet at K-State
- Save the date: Lecture about the the newest research in brain-based learning
- Designing for mood: Environmental psychologist/designer Sally Augustin lecture April 2
- Climate change in Kansas City topic for geographer's lecture March 31 at K-State Olathe
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Canter, Higgins named fellows of Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
- Dissanayake named to national committee
Publications and presentations
- Landscape architecture faculty and students participate at national conference
- Macdonald lab researchers publish in Journal of Physics B
Newsletters, magazines and blogs
March 27, 2014
Updates from leadership
News and research
- Students help organize All-University Open House focused on K-State stories
- K-State Proud co-chair applications are being accepted online
Shared governance
Events
- Lipkin to speak about advances in pathogen discovery
- Mathematics Colloquium lecture today
- Beach Museum presents 'Nostalgia for the Light' film
- Melott to present 2014 Peterson general public lecture in physics about the astrophysical threats to life on Earth
- 2014 Faculty and Unclassified Professionals Retiree Ceremony April 15
- Community invited to attend multicultural alumni lecture April 15
- Speaker to discuss winter wheat disease
- On Track program for bachelor's degree
- McCain Performance Series brings world's largest stringed instrument to stage for 'Earth Harp Meets Oud'
- 'Anton in Show Business' comes to Purple Masque Theatre April 3-5
Human resources and benefits
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Military affairs director appointed to National Advisory Board
- Kansas State veterinary students receive scholarship awards from Zoetis and American Veterinary Medical Foundation
Publications and presentations
Campus construction and maintenance
Newsletters, magazines and blogs
March 26, 2014
From the provost
Research
News and research
- Changes to the policy regarding animals on K-State property
- Football season ticket discounts available for faculty, staff
- Electrical engineer earns NSF CAREER Award to improve renewable energy conversion process
Shared governance
Events
- Bakery Science Club weekly Bake Sale
- Faculty judges needed for K-State Energy Symposium on April 9
- K-State Research Forum today
- 24th annual Libraries Gala April 11
- Sustainable supplies of water and energy focus of chemical engineering lecture
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Historian Ranin Kazemi wins prestigious fellowship
- Kansas State University student a Harry S. Truman Scholarship finalist
Technology
March 25, 2014
From the president
News and research
- K-State Police introduce new emergency training program
- Reminder: The social media policy draft open for review; your comments requested by March 28
- University Climate Survey open forum April 7
- Engagement Incentive Grant applications due April 1
- A.Q. Miller School adopts student computer policy
- Veterinary dean Richardson announces plans to step down
- University Life Café call to poets for third annual Poetry Contest
Events
- Mathematics Colloquium lecture March 25
- Spotlight K-State announces book list
- Recycle e-waste for Recyclemania 2014
- Analog Games Day March 29
- 'Love Knows No Borders' lecture today
- Register now for the grant writing workshops April 24-25
- Broadway classic 'West Side Story' comes to McCain Auditorium on April 3
- Student-run theatre commemorates relocation with celebration for the public
Human resources and benefits
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Engineering professor appointed to national committee
- Interior architecture & product design professor wins top honor
Publications and presentations
University life
March 24, 2014
Updates from leadership
From SGA
News and research
- Tilford Incentive Grants available
- Kansas Board of Regents approves university support staff
- Urban leadership earns five high school seniors Edgerley-Franklin scholarships
- High demand for educated agriculturalists
- Promotions for 63, tenure for 40 Kansas State University faculty members
Events
- Celebrate Ag Fest March 24-28
- Creativity Illuminated, April 3-6, a convergence of arts, music, film and more
- Leadership Lecture Series presents 'Defining your success' with Dalton Henry
- Save the date: Water vision meeting April 1
- Kansas Forest Service hosts wildland fire training
- Register for Web of Science database training
- Brenee King to present Boyer-Switzer Lecture
- Aziz Ansari to perform at K-State
- University offers free electronics recycling event March 29
- All-University Open House celebrates K-State stories through food, fun and learning
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Air Force ROTC beats national selection average of rated positions
- Student Foundation gains 18 new members for philanthropic efforts that help students, university
Publications and presentations
Newsletters, magazines and blogs
University life
March 21, 2014
News and research
- College of Engineering honoring 11 alumni for career success
- College of Engineering Hall of Fame gains two new members
Events
March 20, 2014
Updates from leadership
News and research
- New garage entry procedure
- University expands scholarship opportunities for distance education students
- Unmanned aircraft systems could aid in search for missing Malaysian plane
Events
Kudos, publications and presentations
Campus construction and maintenance
Newsletters, magazines and blogs
March 19, 2014
News and research
- Climate change could increase thunderstorm severity
- K-State Salina students lead residence hall name change request approved by Kansas Board of Regents
Events
Personnel changes
Kudos, publications and presentations
Publications and presentations
March 18, 2014
Events
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Sauer elected to Commission on Dietetic Registration
- Entomology doctoral student takes second in regional competition
Publications and presentations
- Economics professor presents at annual transportation research forum
- Conference proceedings show partnerships key to protecting tallgrass prairies
Gifts
Technology
March 17, 2014
News and research
- Reminder to submit nominations for Anderson, Graduate and Multicultural Awards
- 13 new Student Alumni Board members selected to assist K-State Alumni Association
- Education faculty establish English language center in Ecuador
- Campus network upgrades during spring break will cause interruptions in network connectivity
Events
- Register now for one of the Web of Science info sessions
- McCain Performance Series presents Soweto Gospel Choir on March 30
- All about dance: SpringDance 2014 features students, faculty and more
March 14, 2014
News and research
- Swinder Janda in 10th year hosting spring break study abroad program
- University Experience peer instructors selected for fall 2014
- Former national security adviser to give April 15 Landon Lecture
- Recycle Center open over spring break
- Professional development funding deadline Monday
Events
- Speaker to discuss wheat resistance to Fusarium head blight today
- Social Club dinner on April 1 to feature Wade Radina
- RSVP for the Friends of International Programs Spring Banquet on April 15
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Gordon, Bressers receive research award
- A seat for success: Interior architecture & product design student's chair wins Kansas City competition
Publications and presentations
- Sampson-Choma, James present at annual National Council for Black Studies Conference
- Muturi publishes two articles about alcoholism in Kenya
- Recent publications and presentations by English department faculty, students
Campus construction and maintenance
Volunteer opportunities
March 13, 2014
News and research
- University Honors Program moves
- International programs office, College of Engineering host speakers from the Indo-US Collaboration for Engineering Education
- Two student groups combine forces for alternative spring break service project
- University contributes to nationwide goal of doubling study abroad students by end of decade
- Unhealthy dieting trends could lead to an eating disorder
Events
- Valid Assessment of Learning in Undergraduate Education rubric workshops Friday
- 'Take shelter: An installation by Tom Parish' round table tonight
- Assessment Showcase and Awards today
- National Science Foundation director to speak Friday about Kansas Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation program
- Social Media Round Table today
- Inaugural concert at Kauffman Center concert to raise scholarship money for music students
Kudos, publications and presentations
- College of Business Administration's Swanson named a distinguished visiting scholar at Illinois university
- Cultural anthropologist wins book prize for manuscript
- College of Veterinary Medicine presents research excellence award to Tim Musch
- Mock trial team competes at championship tournament
Publications and presentations
Gifts
Technology
Campus construction and maintenance
March 12, 2014
News and research
Events
- Jazz programs to perform March 12-13 at the K-State Student Union
- iPad user meeting March 13: Using the Numbers app
- K-State Bakery Science Club bake sale today
- PEN Trio to perform concert of commissioned works tonight
- Learn how you can complete your bachelor's degree while working full time with K-State's On Track program
Human resources and benefits
Health and safety
Kudos, publications and presentations
Publications and presentations
- Modern languages professor publishes book on the Mexican screenplay
- Donnelly presents at Errol Barrow Center for Creative Imagination
Newsletters, magazines and blogs
Volunteer opportunities
March 11, 2014
News and research
Events
- Retired John Deere executive to speak today on global shortfall of food production
- Gray to discuss the development of software for Microsoft Kinect to prevent ACL injuries
- Energy-related abstract submission deadline is March 14
- Spotlight K-State returns for the second year
- David Pickering organ recital tonight in All Faiths Chapel
- Grad students: Don't miss the Electronic Theses, Dissertations and Reports program overview
- International ornithologist to discuss new Amazon bird species at March 14 seminar
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Phi Zeta Research Day showcases work by students and faculty in the College of Veterinary Medicine
- Russell organizes, participates in national webinar
- Researcher selected to design garden for international festival
- Media center names studios after Biles, Utech
Campus construction and maintenance
- Service interruption: Call Hall water for the morning of March 17
- Cancellation: Willard fire alarm testing
Volunteer opportunities
March 10, 2014
Updates from leadership
News and research
- Nontraditional students may apply for the 2014 Stella Harriss Scholarship
- Wildcat Warm-up hires staff for the 2014 summer
- American Association of University Women nontraditional student scholarships for women; application deadline is April 1
- Parking garage changes bringing quicker access, improved traffic flow
Events
- 2014-2015 K-State Tap Dance Ensemble season auditions
- Presentation of 'Needle in the Bone: How a Holocaust Survivor and Polish Resistance Fighter Beat the Odds'
- The K-State Chamber Winds, Concert Band and University Bands perform tonight
- K-State Salina to highlight Kansas' growing digital media industry during luncheon series
- Food drive for Flint Hills Breadbasket
- K-State researcher to discuss conservation biology, biodiversity for students of natural resources and environmental sciences
Human resources and benefits
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Orientation leaders selected for summer 2014
- Students, faculty, professionals participate in multicultural center charrette
- Club managers chapter wins top award
Publications and presentations
- APDesign students reach finals in K-State Launch Business Idea Competition
- Human Ecology faculty, grad students present research in Houston
Gifts
University life
March 7, 2014
Updates from leadership
From SGA
News and research
Events
- Pins for Paws bowling fundraiser Saturday, March 8
- Seventh annual Harry Potter inspired benefit concert on Saturday, March 8
- 'Painting Borges: Art Interpreting Literature' opening reception
- K-State Wind Ensemble and Wind Symphony perform Sunday
- K-State Research Forum is March 26
- Human ecology leader from Paraguay to keynote celebration
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Entomology student wins paper award at Kansas Natural Resources Conference
- Agronomy graduate students sweep awards at regional conference
Publications and presentations
Volunteer opportunities
March 6, 2014
News and research
- K-State alumni membership No. 1 in Big 12 for 18th consecutive year
- APDesign students showcase at KC Auto Show
- Oz to Oz bringing Australian academics to K-State
- Diane Mason wins first pitch nomination
- Black Student Union receives Big 12 most outstanding council award for seventh year
- Sabbatical leave granted to 47 Kansas State University faculty members
Shared governance
Events
- Finalist to interview for the director of institutional equity today, March 6
- MFA Thesis Exhibition by Van Pham
- Circolo italiano: Carnevale Party on Friday
- NVivo 10: Working with Documents and Managing NVivo Projects March 14
- Mathematics Colloquium lecture today, March 6
- Denver landscape architect Michael Bouchard to present colloquium March 7
- Thundering Cats Big Band featuring Patricia Thompson tonight, March 6
- Speaker to talk about genomics of seed development, metabolism
- Meet the music: Clarinet performance tonight
Kudos, publications and presentations
Publications and presentations
Newsletters, magazines and blogs
Volunteer opportunities
March 5, 2014
NBAF Update
Legislative update
News and research
Events
- No bake sale today
- Entomologist to speak on precision pest management
- Author Suzanne Roberts to read from her work on Friday
- K-State Book Network 2014 book to launch Tuesday, March 11
- 2014 Faculty and Unclassified Professionals Retiree Ceremony
Human resources and benefits
Publications and presentations
- Grice to present at CUPA-HR Midwest Region Conference
- Swilley presents at inaugural Boyer-Switzer Lecture Series
- Western Kansas Percussion Festival
University life
Volunteer opportunities
March 4, 2014
Updates from leadership
News and research
Events
- Don't forget to register for the K-State leadership seminar, Leadership for the Common Good
- Public panel discussion: 'Military in the 21st Century'
- State v. Bowman Live: A showcase trial of the Kansas State Mock Trial Team
- Hutchinson to discuss water resources from an engineering perspective for students of natural resources and environmental sciences
- ESPN Inc. president and three leaders in collegiate athletics to give Landon Lecture on April 2
- Month of music, art, ensembles, opera and more
- Operas 'The Old Maid and the Thief' and 'Trial by Jury' at Chapman Theatre March 6-9
Human resources and benefits
Personnel changes
Publications and presentations
Survey
March 3, 2014
Updates from leadership
- Letter from A.D. John Currie: Celebrating a gift to K-State
- National speakers highlight K-State Engagement Symposium
News and research
- Interviews for the director of Greek affairs
- Overland Park firm establishes new scholarship for APDesign architecture students
Events
- International student and scholar services: Brazil Coffee Hour
- Finalist to interview for the director of institutional equity March 6
- iSIS Class Scheduler training sessions March 4-6
- Mark the date: Using the university events calendar the topic of Thursday's Web editors meeting
- Discover what K-State programs are doing to improve student learning at the Assessment Showcase
- Dell product demonstration March 4
- Fiction meets art in new Beach Museum of Art exhibition showcasing works inspired by writer Jorge Luis Borges
Human resources and benefits
- Online training for faculty, staff assists at-risk students and veterans
- Upcoming learning and development opportunities
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Kansas Forest Service forester recognized
- Collegian's Jena Sauber named to 2014 National Newspaper Association Foundation News Fellow program