June 30, 2017
Focused in Friday: Wall in Wefald Hall
From the provost
Updates from leadership
News and research
- State's largest engineering college adds bachelor's degree in biomedical engineering
- Kansas State University Polytechnic Campus offers training courses for social workers, other helping professionals in Salina, Manhattan and Hays
- Expert offers boating safety tips for July Fourth celebrations
- Parking Services Director Darwin Abbott retiring
- Denison Avenue project may affect K-Staters
Kudos, publications and presentations
Campus construction and maintenance
Newsletters, magazines and blogs
University life
- Chapman Center for Rural Studies now housed within Arts and Sciences
- Four incoming K-State students receive Wabash CannonBall Houston Scholarships
June 29, 2017
A fountain at the Kansas State University Gardens glows at night.
Updates from leadership
News and research
- University collaboration set to spark breakthroughs in human, animal health
- K-State launches personal financial planning online bachelor's degree
- Kansas Association of Community College Trustees and Kansas State University to launch dual-advising initiative
- Summer STEM Institute to host first showcase for campus, community
Events
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Kansas State University's Phi Kappa Phi Fellow to study foreign affairs in nation's capital
- Vaughan promoted to assistant director for K-State First
- Rabies Laboratory director passes board certification for testing human rabies titers
- Report features article, software developed by K-State civil engineering professor
- Padilla Carroll presents paper at national Association for the Study of Literature and Environment conference
- Agronomy professor recognized for international work on soils
Technology
Campus construction and maintenance
University life
June 28, 2017
The lattice architecture at Call Hall.
News and research
- GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS ™ names engineer's graphene aerogel as world's lightest 3-D printed material
- History of Kansas FFA, rural life being preserved with help of Kansas State University undergraduate researchers
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Computer science students win at Kansas City Startup Weekend
- K-State Alumni Association promotes six staff members
Technology
June 27, 2017
Water droplets form on a leaf at the Kansas State University Gardens.
From the provost
News and research
- Manganese concentration in drinking water needs attention, researchers say
- Nearly $1 million grant to help university researchers develop prediction models for determining best new winter wheat varieties
- State budget update
Human resources and benefits
Kudos, publications and presentations
- A welcoming place: K-State on list of 50 best colleges for inclusiveness
- Dobrzanski teaches in Taiwan and South Korea
Technology
University life
June 26, 2017
Kansas State University's Coles Hall was named to honor Embert H. Coles Jr., former head of the Department of Infectious Diseases who served at the College of Veterinary Medicine for more than 30 years.
From the provost
News and research
- Fulbright scholar notes similarities in regional development between Kansas, Australia
- College of Education hosts World Refugee Day symposium
Events
- 'Picturing Nam: U.S. Military Photography of Vietnam War' on display June 30-Aug. 11 at K-State Student Union
- University to host 12th annual Dialog on Sustainability July 22
- Important notice about NSF move and downtime
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Architecture professor to exhibit in Budapest
- Personal financial planning faculty awarded at the American Council on Consumer Interests annual conference
- Political scientists participate in UNC Chapel Hill policy workshop
University life
June 23, 2017
The castle-like exterior of Nichols Hall.
News and research
- Best return on investment: Study finds Kansas State University is top value in Kansas
- College of Arts and Sciences names interim associate dean for research
- Kansas State University's Master of Accountancy program named among top 20 in US
Events
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Four incoming K-State students receive Wabash CannonBall Colorado Scholarships
- Manhattan student awarded prestigious Rotary Foundation Global Grant Scholarship
Campus construction and maintenance
June 22, 2017
A wall of living plants in the Throckmorton Hall lobby.
Updates from leadership
News and research
- Kansas State University construction projects add 1 million new or renovated square feet
- After dark: Kansas State University Polytechnic Campus approved to conduct UAS flight operations at night
- APDesign graduate program places in Top 10
- Education Abroad academic approval updates
Human resources and benefits
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Food Armor Foundation appoints Kansas State University's Brian Lubbers to board of directors
- Recycling Center releases 2017 move-out data
Campus construction and maintenance
June 21, 2017
A damselfly sits on a leaf at the Kansas State University Gardens.
News and research
- Kansas State University in Italy Office celebrates its grand opening in Orvieto, Italy
- College of Education Alumni Fellow interviewed for 'EduCATion Today'
Events
- Retirement celebration for Marcia Stockham today at 3 p.m.
- Join Osher Lifelong Learning Institute for Whirlwind Tour of Major European Art Movements
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Hamilton to present in Prague at third biennial Performance Philosophy Conference
- Park management and conservation professor appointed to IUCN Commission
Newsletters, magazines and blogs
Volunteer opportunities
June 20, 2017
Kansas State University's Manhattan campus at night.
News and research
- Alumni gifts launch new honors program at A.Q. Miller School of Journalism and Mass Communications
- Coding a growing field with opportunities for various education levels and backgrounds, expert says
Events
- Candidate presentations/open forums for occupational health and safety manager position
- Single-game football tickets now on sale
- Manhattan Municipal Band performs tonight
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Dodds receives Society for Freshwater Science Award of Excellence
- K-State organ students travel to Munich and Salzburg
- Stack honored by North Central colleagues
- Wildcats attend Conn-Selmer Institute
- Toews recognized and lauded by alma mater
Campus construction and maintenance
June 19, 2017
Arched windows at West Stadium.
Updates from leadership
News and research
Shared governance
- University Support Staff Senate minutes available
- Highlights from the June 13 Faculty Senate meeting
Events
- Transboundary diseases mini-symposium offered June 21
- New Talk20MHK event features K-State experts, local enthusiasts and explorers
Kudos, publications and presentations
June 16, 2017
Focused in Friday: Kansas State University's Wefald Hall.
From the Kansas Board of Regents
News and research
- Laugh, clap, be amazed: 2017-2018 McCain Performance Series features big names from world of entertainment
- Bear joins K-State as emergency management coordinator
Events
Kudos, publications and presentations
Technology
Campus construction and maintenance
University life
June 15, 2017
The sun sets behind K-State's Leasure Hall.
Updates from leadership
From the Kansas Board of Regents
News and research
- A worthy assessment: Kansas State University a leader in improving critical thinking skills
- Foresters continue tree planting tradition with Habitat for Humanity
Human resources and benefits
Kudos, publications and presentations
- KSU-IC staff present at University-Industry Interaction Conference
- K-State Wildcat Way video receives bronze award from Council for Advancement and Support of Education
Technology
Newsletters, magazines and blogs
June 14, 2017
A light at Kansas State University's Hale Library.
Updates from leadership
News and research
Events
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Kansas State University Police Department lieutenant graduates from FBI National Academy
- Kansas State University Polytechnic Campus student lands summer internship at NASA
University life
June 13, 2017
An aerial view of The Meadow, a landscape of native grasses and wildflowers located behind the Beach Museum of Art.
Updates from leadership
News and research
Events
- Staley School of Leadership Studies to host Mandela Washington Fellows
- Marcia Stockham retirement celebration on June 21
- Manhattan Municipal Band performs with the K-State Summer Music Camp tonight
Human resources and benefits
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Biology students receive Histochemical Society Capstone Grants for research projects in College of Veterinary Medicine
- Joelle Pitts and Sara K. Kearns co-author innovative online library instruction manual
- K-State's Office of International Programs participates in global NAFSA conference
University life
June 12, 2017
K-State's Berney Family Welcome Center
Updates from leadership
News and research
- K-State Libraries identify subscription titles that will be discontinued
- Human Capital Services shares 2017 Professional Development Needs Assessment results
Events
Human resources and benefits
- 'Interview Designer: Utilizing Competency-Based Interview Questions' session offered June 27
- 'Evaluating USS Employees: From Planning Through Rating Performance' offered June 21
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Serving abroad: May 2017 graduate to teach in Botswana through fellowship service program
- National Agricultural Biosecurity Center hosts intern through Department of Homeland Security Science and Technology Center of Excellence
Technology
June 9, 2017
Focused in Friday: Flags draped across the pool at K-State's Natatorium.
News and research
- Veterinarian says disaster preparedness includes having a plan to take care of your pets
- NSF grant to support engineering professors' development of triboelectric nanogenerators
- Video: K-State NOW with President Myers
Events
- Retirement reception today for Daryl Buchholz
- Organic solid state chemistry symposium on campus June 9-10
- Kansas Forest Service hosts wildfire awareness meeting June 14
Kudos, publications and presentations
Campus construction and maintenance
June 8, 2017
Pink coneflowers at the Kansas State University Gardens.
Updates from leadership
News and research
- Training and development specialist to bring professional development programming to KC industry
- New university home page launches today
- Seize the summer: Making the most of summer internships
Events
- Tasty tacos, flatbread pizza and more on the menu for June 9 Food Truck Friday at K-State Office Park
- Save the date: Friends of McCain Holiday Home Tour set for Dec. 3
Human resources and benefits
Health and safety
- Bluemont Hall annual emergency light test
- Researchers asked to review inventories, notify university select agent program if using listed toxins
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Students from Leawood, Salina receive Kansas State University Polytechnic scholarships
- KAWSE announces ADVANCE Distinguished Lecture Series award recipients
- K-State alumna Geraldine Richmond awarded Priestley Medal
University life
June 7, 2017
Lights in the Kansas State Polytechnic Library.
News and research
Kudos, publications and presentations
- University's quarter-scale tractor teams once again in the winners' circle
- Alpha Sigma Lambda nontraditional honor society inducts new members
- Student body president selected to prestigious program
- Wildcats reel in third bass fishing national championship in five years
- Kramer Dining Center: Facility Design of the Month
- Students gaining physics research experience this summer
Campus construction and maintenance
Newsletters, magazines and blogs
June 6, 2017
A ladybug at Kansas State University Gardens
Updates from leadership
News and research
- U.S.-China Joint Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Program celebrates historic milestone for veterinary graduates
- Johnson Cancer Research Center provides half-million dollars for Kansas State University research and education
Events
- Kansas State Polytechnic offers night flight, UAS data imaging training in June
- Kansas State University's Summer Choral Institute to perform in Hutchinson, Manhattan
Human resources and benefits
Health and safety
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Faculty, staff and students receive K-State Global Campus awards
- Kinesiology faculty and student widely published by the American Physiological Society
Technology
June 5, 2017
The lights at Anderson Hall shine at night.
News and research
- Expert advises older adults to continue using abilities
- K-State alumni assume new leadership positions on board of directors
Events
- Kansas Forest Service to host Agroforestry Field Day in Washington County
- The registration for the summer 2017 Osher Lifelong Learning Program in Manhattan is now open
Human resources and benefits
June 2, 2017
Focused in Friday: The curtain at K-State's Purple Masque Theatre.
News and research
- Research programs bring undergraduates to Kansas State University for graduate experience
- K-State's Frontier program trains Cochran fellows from Central America in trade facilitation
Events
- 'Preparing for Research': Undergraduate professional development seminar June 5
- UAS data imaging, night flight training options offered in June at Kansas State Polytechnic
Human resources and benefits
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Master of Architecture graduates awarded Heintzelman, Kremer prizes
- Spring 2017 hires and promotions at Kansas State University Foundation
- 50 incoming K-State students receive Wabash CannonBall Kansas City Scholarships
Newsletters, magazines and blogs
University life
June 1, 2017
Pink and orange roses in the Kansas State University Gardens.
News and research
- Largest Chinese animal vaccine company to add labs, offices in Manhattan
- Physicists create 'molecular black hole' using ultra-intense X-ray pulses
- St. Louis couple, Edward Jones contribute $2 million total to award-winning sales program at Kansas State University
- New university home page, supporting sites available for preview
- 2017 National Memorial Day Parade featured top Wildcat