April 30, 2013
From the president
News and research
Events
- Reminder: Physics lecturer to talk about modification of the big bang theory today
- Latinas panel on transnational feminisms
- Sign-up for e-newsletter training May 14
- Dr. Carol Kellett to present 'From Women's Course to Human Ecology'; attendees receive free 150th merchandise
- Eat yogurt, support S.H.A.P.E.
Kudos, publications and presentations
- McGee, Starling, Vu and Fogel serving in leadership positions for Kansas Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators
- Entomology professor recognized by American Rose Society
- Exceptional educators: Four faculty members receive Commerce Bank Teaching Award
- Outstanding senior: Student from La Crosse excels beyond the classroom
Publications and presentations
- K-State Libraries faculty present at Association of College and Research Libraries 2013
- Linder presents talk on religion, personal morality during World War II
Volunteer opportunities
April 29, 2013
News and research
Events
Personnel changes
Kudos, publications and presentations
- A special thank you for a successful Recyclemania
- Industrial and manufacturing systems engineering students earn honors for excellence
- Entomology student receives two research grants
Publications and presentations
Technology
- Registration open for 2013 CHECK conference May 29-30
- Windows XP and Office 2003 end of support in April 2014
April 26, 2013
Updates from leadership
News and research
- K-State honors 15 graduating seniors for leadership, improving campus life
- Ethiopian delegation on campus today to learn about U.S. public universities
Events
Personnel changes
Kudos, publications and presentations
- K-State's Golden Key recognizes two graduate assistants for excellence
- Geographer recognized with research excellence award
- People power: Human resource management team wins case competition
Publications and presentations
- Michele Janette participates in roundtable on teaching Asian American studies at the Association for Asian American Studies Conference
- Psychology faculty, students publications
Financial services
Technology
April 25, 2013
Updates from leadership
Research
News and research
- Last opportunity for classified employees: Sign up for Alternative Service Committee group discussions
- Participate in the 2013-2014 Guide to Personal Success first-year mentoring program
Events
- Last day to register for 'This is Your Brain in ACTion' interactive workshop with Sally Bailey
- 25th Isidore and Hilda Dressler Lecture today
- Whitcomb to present 'You only believe that because you’re a philosopher' today
- Lunch and learn: Family focused food class
- GROW workshop helps middle school girls learn crime-solving techniques
Personnel changes
Kudos, publications and presentations
- K-State team receives honorable mention in EPA Challenge competition
- Civil engineering professor named visiting fellow
- Exploring the world: Goss Discovery Scholarship funds study abroad trips for 10 students
Publications and presentations
- McBride presented distinguished lecture at University of Maine
- Security studies student publishes on nuclear arms race
- History professor publishes article on origins of Chechen radicalism
Technology
Campus construction and maintenance
April 24, 2013
Research
News and research
Events
- Faculty, staff invited to interactive theater performances
- McKee to lecture on animal science and industry and College of Agriculture with free 150th merchandise to attendees
- K-State hosts TCU this weekend
- Social Media Roundtable on Thursday
- Bakery Science Club weekly sale
- May blooms with music, theatre and dance on campus
Kudos, publications and presentations
- International Incentive Grant winners for spring 2013 announced
- McNair Scholars honored at annual recognition
Gifts
Campus construction and maintenance
Newsletters, magazines and blogs
April 23, 2013
News and research
Shared governance
Events
- National Academic Advising Association webinar on April 24
- Miles McKee to lecture on history of animal sciences and industry, the College of Agriculture; free 150th merchandise to attendees
- Union Program Council, Delta Upsilon host university's inaugural Miss K-State tonight
- Free electronic waste collection day on April 27
- Arbor Day, Tree Campus USA campaign to kick off April 24
- Salina campus hosts American Society for Engineering Education Conference, call for papers, posters
Personnel changes
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Geography graduate student recognitions
- Kohl elected president of Kansas Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators
- Hendricks, Peterson earn a publication honor from Western Agricultural Economics Association
- Six graduating students earn Anderson Senior Awards, Graduate Student Awards
- Four graduating students earn Multicultural Leadership Awards for service, leadership
- K-State Salina Enactus team advances to national competition, receives award
- Junior leaders: Chimes selects members for 2013-2014
Publications and presentations
- Philosophy professor published in edited volume
- Agricultural economist presents William Murray Memorial Seminar at Iowa State
Gifts
Volunteer opportunities
April 22, 2013
Updates from leadership
News and research
- Call for nominations: Commerce Bank Distinguished Graduate Faculty Award
- Students heading to Uganda for summer research, service
- Two students earn honors from the National Science Foundation
Events
- An Evening of Rodgers and Hammerstein featuring the K-State orchestra and vocalists on April 23
- Pussycat Press printmaking fundraiser Tuesday evening at Beach Museum
- School of Leadership Studies hosts food engineer Adam Tank for guest lecture today
- Celebrate Earth Day with K-State
- Tony Award-winning play 'The Heiress' to wrap up K-State Theatre season
- Theater Delta to bring interactive performances to campus, encourage discussion on academic issues
Human resources and benefits
Kudos, publications and presentations
Publications and presentations
- Hamilton to present "Theater, Performance Studies, and Philosophy" in Dubrovnik, Croatia, April 22
- Mechanical engineer publishes in ACS journal, research highlighted in National Institute of Standards and Technology Technical Beat
- Geography faculty, graduate students present at national conference
Technology
Campus construction and maintenance
April 19, 2013
News and research
Events
- International Service Team's fundraising dinner, raffle on April 21
- In-A-Chord performance tonight in McCain Auditorium
- Sensory Analysis Center leads beef flavor training
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Jackson joins League of Kansas Municipalities strategic planning team
- New ambassadors to promote K-State Student Union, Union Program Council
- College of Human Ecology faculty earn honors for excellence
- Two engineering professors earn endowed appointments
Publications and presentations
- Engineering faculty, graduate students take part in American Concrete Institute Spring Convention
- Psychological sciences faculty, students make April presentations
- Wilson will present at the Eastern North American Kant Society conference
April 18, 2013
Events
- K-State to have ribbon cutting for new horticulture building near Wichita
- Modern Languages Undergraduate Research Forum
- Executives from noted railroad company visit College of Business Administration
- Writing seminar hosted by the agricultural economics department
- In the spotlight: Developing Scholars Program showcases undergraduate research work
- Famed Russian ballet 'Swan Lake' comes to McCain Auditorium
- 'An Evening of Rodgers and Hammerstein' featuring the K-State Orchestra and vocalists on April 23
Personnel changes
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Tabor selected for prestigious Esri geographic information systems internship
- Robb tapped for top award from consumer interests group
- English professor's book nominated for comic book industry's most prestigious award
- Alexander renews Master Aviation Educator accreditation
- Geography doctoral student wins national remote sensing scholarship
- Mathematical role models: Students place highly at international competition
- University earns 69th Goldwater scholar, two honorable mentions
April 17, 2013
Updates from leadership
- Big 12 Faculty Fellowship program
- Letter from Senior Vice Provost Ruth Dyer about the Campus Master Plan
Research
News and research
Events
- Former, current deans of the Graduate School to lecture over history of graduate education
- Gov. Sam Brownback visiting Manhattan campus May 6
- K-Staters to present to Kansas Professional Communicators conference on April 27
- Entomologist conducts open webinar on reviewing journal manuscripts on April 25
- 'Processing Minors' iSIS training available Friday, April 19
- Star power: Theatre, dance programs plan season of drama, comedy and original choreography
- K-State student organizations host pancake feed
Kudos, publications and presentations
- K-State EcoReps Awards recipients selected
- Human Ecology names Taylor classified employee of year
- Award-winning agriculturalists: Students earn photography, public speaking awards
Publications and presentations
Volunteer opportunities
April 16, 2013
News and research
- Services announced for Chris Gruber
- New resources available for traumatic brain injury survivors, families
- K-State faculty invited to develop open or alternative textbooks
Events
- Council on parking operations holds open forum
- Reminder: 2013 Faculty and Unclassified Professionals Retiree Ceremony today at 4 p.m.
- Past, present Graduate School deans to lecture: Attendees receive free 150th merchandise
- New university style guide, revised brand guide featured at April Communicator's Brown Bag
- K-State Olathe offers summer experience in public health to high school, college students
- K-State Police Department to recognize National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week with open house today
Kudos, publications and presentations
- The Next Big Thing: Fitness video and biodiesel project win student entrepreneurial competition
- Sophomore leadership honorary selects members for 2013-2014
- Dyer receives honor from University of Kentucky
Publications and presentations
April 15, 2013
Research
News and research
- K-State Master of Agribusiness program now available, tailored for animal health professionals
- Students win urban design competition, $50,000 prize
Shared governance
Events
- FroYo for Fighters: A fundraiser for the Johnson Center for Basic Cancer Research on April 16
- 31st annual Friends of Mathematics lecture presents Erik Demaine on April 16
- Grade submission deadlines for spring 2013
- Alternate reality game pilot based on 'Ready Player One' on April 17
- Workshop immerses 20 Kansas teachers in food safety and security at K-State Olathe
- Sold! Get your bids ready for the Travel and Dining Auction on April 26
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Parker Conant awarded top scorer title for the Great Plains
- K-State Salina awarded for making working and breastfeeding easier for employees
- Howells to receive 2013 Mary Ruth Bedford Distinguished Faculty Award
- Campus cultural connection: Union Program Council's Executive Board gains new members
- Math competition adds up to victory for four students
Publications and presentations
- Agricultural economics departmental seminar on April 18
- Political science faculty present at prominent national conferences
Gifts
Technology
April 12, 2013
Updates from leadership
News and research
- Study abroad numbers increase
- In the market: Commodity course teaches students to manage economic risk
- Industrial engineering students start company, produce clocks
- Office of assessment accepting applications for assistant director
- Excellence in engagement: Multidisciplinary team participates in national parks competition
- Professors' international exchange to bring new viewpoints to classrooms
Shared governance
- Highlights from the April 9 Faculty Senate meeting
- Highlights from April 3 Classified Senate meeting
Events
- Horticulture Club bedding plant sale April 19-21
- Virtuoso of violin: Itzhak Perlman performs April 21 At McCain
- UPC and Delta Upsilon accepting applications for Miss K-State
- Relay For Life of K-State fights the battle against cancer
- Alternate reality game pilot based on "Ready Player One" on April 17
- Renewable fuels focus of 2013 L.T. Fan Lecture
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Civil engineeing graduate student takes first place in master's competition
- Patell, Reasoner receive Promoting An Accessible Campus awards
- Engineering student from Shawnee earns Culbertson Steel Ring Scholarship
Publications and presentations
- Valerie Padilla Carroll presents poster at American Society for Environmental History conference
- Entomologist presents prestigious invited lecture in New Mexico
- Geology faculty, student present at the geological society section meeting
- Philosophy professor Salvatore Florio will present papers in philosophical logic
Financial services
Campus construction and maintenance
Newsletters, magazines and blogs
April 11, 2013
Updates from leadership
- Letter to campus from A.D. John Currie: Soggy weather can't dampen success on the baseball diamond and beyond
- Search beginning for interim dean of engineering
- Letter from administration in response to BSU concerns
NBAF Update
News and research
- Eduroam partnership expands research opportunities for K-Staters and visiting scholars
- Tuesday is the last day to spread cost of football tickets across seven pay periods
- Call for applications: Coordinator, Peer Review of Teaching Program
- Excellence in engagement: Partnership between state and K-State helps child nutrition programs
Events
- Renowned speaker addresses LGBT student success for Chester E. Peters Lecture on April 18
- Presentations by candidates for investigator position in the office of affirmative action
- Spring 2013 Faculty Showcase featuring Tosha Sampson Choma on April 15
- The New York Times workshops: Using The New York Times as an educational resource for students
- Coffee Hour spring series concludes with a visit to Tajikistan tomorrow
- K-State Olathe, K-State Salina partner to offer summer youth aviation camp at Olathe campus
- Get great teaching ideas from distinguished graduate educators on April 16
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Winning sale: Students earn cash awards for sales skills at Victaulic Sales Invitational
- Human ecology honor society Kappa Omicron Nu initiates new members
- Keane receives research excellence award from landscape architecture council
Survey
April 10, 2013
From the president
Events
- Meet the Music at the Beach Museum today
- Research conference for graduate students hosted by math department
- Explore the art of Whistler's Venice tonight at the Beach Museum
- Professor of philosophy, educational policy to present lecture on charter schools, educational justice tomorrow
- Sixth annual Harry Potter-inspired benefit concert Saturday, April 13
- Bakery Science Club weekly bake sale today
- Brownlee guest lecturer for 150th series, merchandise giveaways for attendees today
- Coming-of-age story 'Kimberly Akimbo' next on stage at Purple Masque Theatre
Human resources and benefits
Personnel changes
Kudos, publications and presentations
- K-State named best freshman engineering council in nation
- College of Arts and Sciences announces faculty enhancement awards
Publications and presentations
- Hamilton to present at the University of Surrey, United Kingdom
- 35th annual Flint Hills Archaeological Conference has K-State touch
- Great Plains Interactive Distance Education Alliance students present in England
Campus construction and maintenance
- Service interruption: Throckmorton growth chamber water April 23
- Service interruption: Anderson Hall fire sprinklers morning of April 11
Newsletters, magazines and blogs
April 9, 2013
News and research
- Call for updates to K-State summer camps website
- Letter details precedent for state agriculture department located near major university
Shared governance
Events
- Leadership studies case competition tonight
- K-State baseball hosts in-state rival Wichita State
- Early release linoleum block print workshop, exhibition at Beach Museum of Art April 12
- Upcoming 150th Lecture: How K-State Olathe is making history, 150th merchandise to those in attendance
- Final concert for 2012-13 Hale Concert Series
- Star struck: Physics lecturer to talk about modification of the big bang theory
- Women's studies brings historian, author Stephanie Coontz to Manhattan
- National Geographic Amazon ultramarathoner to speak at K-State Olathe, address water issues
Human resources and benefits
Personnel changes
Kudos, publications and presentations
Publications and presentations
- Sociology graduate students make strong showing at the Midwest Sociological Society annual meeting in Chicago
- Laura Kanost presents research at disability studies seminar in Toronto
- Communication studies faculty participate in communication conference
- Relationships of respect: Professor's book analyzes interactions between civilians, military
Gifts
April 8, 2013
Updates from leadership
- Provost's Lecture Series event on April 25
- Open forums today, tomorrow for Human Capital Assessment final report
News and research
Events
- Design Expo: Network with more than 40 design firms
- Grain science distinguished lecturer Craig Morris to speak April 10
- Invested Faculty Event: Tomorrow is the last day to register
- International Week brings cultural dance lessons, talent show, panel discussion to campus April 6-14
- Contrabass flute specialist Paige Dashner Long to conduct, perform with the K-State Flute Ensemble tonight
- K-State Earth Day Celebration on April 23
Kudos, publications and presentations
Publications and presentations
Gifts
April 5, 2013
From the president
Updates from leadership
News and research
- Students awarded for research presentations, posters at annual university forum
- College of Human Ecology taps Anderson to lead department of apparel, textiles and interior design
Events
- K-State for All: Disability Awareness Week April 7-13
- Randall Tosh to deliver Vernon Larson International Lecture April 9
- Classified Employee Recognition Ceremony on April 24
- K-State Olathe, university's National Strategic Selling Institute sponsor sales seminar
Health and safety
Kudos, publications and presentations
Publications and presentations
- Jon Mahoney to present at the Liberty and Human Rights Conference
- Parker performs at Society for American Music conference
Volunteer opportunities
April 4, 2013
News and research
- College of Education faculty selects two Teachers of Promise
- As university's first Lawrence scholar, doctoral student is researching at national laboratory
- Kansas Department of Agriculture move to Manhattan expands research corridor
Events
- Spanish professor to give lecture 4 p.m. Friday on the study of language variation
- Post baseball game fireworks, $1 hot dogs this Friday
- Award-winning author to speak April 5
- Celebrating the strengths of senior faculty: Invested Faculty inaugural event
Health and safety
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Adams elected to national board
- Three Kansas State University doctoral candidates awarded 2013 Sarachek fellowship, travel awards
- Wildcats roll into San Diego Crew Classic after victory
Publications and presentations
Campus construction and maintenance
April 3, 2013
Updates from leadership
News and research
- Student development lecture series celebrates 30th anniversary
- One stop drop: Reminder of new recycling procedure
- Sexual assault awareness advocate says rape culture a problem worldwide
- Kansas State University gains works by artist known for his community art in southeast Kansas
Events
- Lindemuth to present 'History and Highlights of the K-Stater Magazine' today
- Rachel Ramsey Cruze to speak April 16 on personal financial management
- K-State baseball hosts Nebraska-Omaha
- Barrier-Free Theatre presents ninjas, pirates, dragons, mermaids on April 5, 6
- G-7 Headhunters fraternity recruitment this week
- Registration still open for 18th annual Dog-N-Jog on April 6
- Season for Nonviolence Conference is April 6
- Military Spouse Night at the Beach Museum of Art on April 11
- Recreational services faculty, staff golf tournament on April 19
- Bakery Science Club weekly bake sale today
- Lunch and learn: Class offers cooking instruction for families, recipe testing
- Open House addition: Math department invites fifth through 12th grade students to compete in Mathematical Olympiad
- Tonight's proceeds from local bar to fight childhood cancer
- Take Back the Night: April 4 event taking a stand on violence against women
- University's Emeritus Faculty Group to meet April 23
Human resources and benefits
Kudos, publications and presentations
Publications and presentations
Financial services
Campus construction and maintenance
Survey
April 2, 2013
Updates from leadership
News and research
- The wheels on the bus: K-State Salina Enactus team, Lowes fund new Salina CityGo bus stop
- Students selected for honorable mention in Morris K. Udall Scholarship
Events
- Reminder: Enjoy refreshments, learn more about academic advising, evaluation services and information technology at open house April 3
- K-State baseball hosts Nebraska tonight
- Provost's lecture April 8 focuses on scholarship excellence
- 'SpringDance' steps into McCain Auditorium April 5-6
- The Next Big Thing finalists presenting entrepreneurial ideas April 4
- Center on Aging presents Personhood and Dementia workshop on April 23
- 5K, one-mile fun run for Johnson Cancer Research Center April 13 at K-State Salina
- Sign-up for e-newsletter training on April 9
Kudos, publications and presentations
Publications and presentations
Financial services
Newsletters, magazines and blogs
April 1, 2013
Updates from leadership
News and research
- Reminder: Local election voting, time accommodations on April 2
- April is Autism Awareness Month
- Helpful hints for submitting articles to K-State Today
- K-State Salina technology management program goes the distance for community college students
Events
- Making people care: Planning, writing newsletter content to increase engagement, giving
- Center for Sustainable Energy announces bioenergy symposium April 11
- 'Switch' energy project documentary to be shown April 2
- International Week April 6-14
- Friday last day to spread cost of football tickets across eight pay periods
- Native American Student Association offers cultural events in April
- Save the date: Homes selected for annual McCain Holiday Home Tour on Dec. 8
- Food service sustainability leader to give Shugart lecture on April 25
- K-State's bone marrow registration drive is the starting line for saving a life
Human resources and benefits
Personnel changes
- K-State Olathe graduate horticulture program readies to launch with first faculty hire
- Union food service moves forward with new management team
Technology
- GoPro, world's most versatile camera, available for checkout
- 'Quick Guide to Windows 8' gives overview, tips and shortcuts