August 31, 2017
A 1914 view of Kansas State University's Manhattan campus. Courtesy of Morse Department of Special Collections.
From the provost
Updates from leadership
News and research
- Best of the best: Kansas State University ranks among Top 25 campuses in nation for inclusion
- Prepare Kansas starts Sept. 1
- Kansas farmer to be featured on Discovery Channel documentary
- College of Education welcomes new recruitment coordinator
Events
- President Richard Myers to deliver State of the University Address
- Research, health care advocate Peggy Johnson guest speaker at Pink Power Luncheon for breast cancer awareness Oct. 11
- Physics' Neff Lecture on Sept. 12 highlights climate change understanding
- K-State to host Military-Connected Resource Fair Sept. 5
- Graduate Faculty and Graduate Council Open Forum Sept. 5
- K-State historian to discuss Chisholm Trail and ecological approach to writing history
- K-State in France and Spain: January 2018 faculty-led travel course
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Veterinary researchers' discovery draws spotlight attention
- Rosenkranz wins annual Stowe Award
- Hamilton to present in UK Sept. 1
Technology
University life
- Embracing religious, nonreligious and spiritual diversity on campus
- Union shuttle for home football games
August 30, 2017
Salina artist Richard "Dick" Bergen ’63 and son Rich Bergen ’86, ’98 created the 7-foot bronze Wildcat statue overlooking the K-State Alumni Center's Johnson Terrace.
News and research
Events
- Join the fight: Celebrate Kansas State University's fight against cancer with Fighting for a Cure shirt
- K-State Alumni Association accepting entries for 2017 K-State Homecoming parade
- Looking on the bright side: Mental health Fulbright scholar, blogger speaking at K-State on Sept. 20
- 'Protecting Sexual Health in Kansas' forum today
- Bakery Science Club sale today
- Fall events from the Center for the Advancement of Digital Scholarship at K-State Libraries
- Confucius Institute offers Chinese language classes in fall semester
- Retirement party for Jacqueline Toburen Aug. 31
- Office of Pre-Law Advising, Pre-Law Ambassadors to host 2017 K-State law fair Sept. 8
- Kansas Science Communication Initiative will meet Sept. 14
Human resources and benefits
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Write stuff: Veterinary students place in national essay contest
- Lawn & Landscape names K-State student 2017 scholarship winner
- Bossmann and Schlup honored for teaching excellence with Segebrecht Award
- Plant pathology students honored at National Association of Plant Breeders conference
Technology
University life
August 29, 2017
A design on the exterior of Throckmorton Hall.
From the provost
Updates from leadership
News and research
Events
- Artist Sayaka Ganz turns the discarded into creatures of beauty in Beach Museum of Art exhibition
- Natural Resources and Environmental Science Seminar Series speakers announced for fall 2017 semester
- Eat at Freddy's tonight to support K-State Veterinary Voyagers
- Preregistration now open for All-University Career Fair
- Kat Chat: 'Adjusting to College Life'
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Accounting professor Amy Hageman named KPMG faculty fellow
- Personal financial planning senior receives TD Ameritrade scholarship
- Assistant professor in Division of Biology named fellow of the American Ornithological Society
- K-State students receive an 'A' in recycling
- Grab a book, find some shade and wave goodbye to summer with 'Teatime to Tailgates'
Technology
Volunteer opportunities
- Research participants needed for NASA funded research
- Research participants needed for study at the Clinical Integrative Physiology Lab
August 28, 2017
The Konza Prairie Biological Station is a 3,487 hectare preserve jointly owned by The Nature Conservancy and Kansas State University.
News and research
Events
- Celebrate National Postdoctoral Appreciation Week Sept. 18-22
- A.Q. Miller School to host distinguished lecturer and former K-Stater
- Writing Center workshops, retreats and class visits for fall 2017
- Petfood Research and Development Showcase presents opportunities for faculty, staff
- Daytime Drop-ins, Career Closet offered weekly at the Career Center
Human resources and benefits
- Movement Challenge week two highlights
- Title IX: Recognizing and Reporting Sexual Harassment and Sexual Violence, University Response and Resources training offered Sept. 11
Kudos, publications and presentations
- K-Staters featured in national magazine about western writing and performing
- K-State Weed Science teams succeed in regional contest
University life
- K-State risk management center now accepting student fellow applications
- Subway at Union expanding services
- Kansas State University Princeton Review rankings now posted in Chinese
Volunteer opportunities
August 25, 2017
Focused in Friday: A window of the northwest end of the Dan and Beth Bird Archway at the Beach Museum of Art.
Updates from leadership
- President Myers names chief diversity and inclusion officer search committee
- National search for associate vice president for student life/diversity and multicultural student affairs underway
News and research
Events
- Kansas' own Martina McBride coming to Kansas State University in December
- Open enrollment: LIFE Program aqua aerobics
- Join K-State Libraries for an American Association for the Advancement of Science webcast on women in STEM
- K-State meat sale today
Kudos, publications and presentations
- American College of Veterinary Microbiologists selects Michael Dryden for one of its highest honors
- One big happy family — and it shows
Campus construction and maintenance
Newsletters, magazines and blogs
University life
August 24, 2017
The north fountain of The Kansas State University Gardens sparkles in the night.
From the president
Updates from leadership
News and research
- Dave and Ellie Everitt give $3 million to K-State Libraries
- National Science Foundation grant funds closer look at catalytic processes
- Austin Anderson named new Professional Mentoring Program coordinator in College of Human Ecology
- Gregory Paul named interim communication studies department head
- K-State family: Get ready for game day with game-day transportation
Events
- University launches Executive Education professional development programs for senior leaders
- Graduate Student Council hosts weekly office hours for semester
- K-State Alumni Association announces Homecoming theme
- Knudson-Martin to present Jurich Lecture on Social Justice Sept. 15
- New K-State students invited to Wildcat Welcome Day today
Human resources and benefits
Kudos, publications and presentations
- K-State Alumni Association names 2017 International Student Scholars
- College of Architecture, Planning & Design selects peer educators
Newsletters, magazines and blogs
University life
August 23, 2017
This intricate tile floor in 274 Waters Hall is reminiscent of the fine craftsmanship that can be found in some of the most surprising places on the Manhattan campus.
Updates from leadership
News and research
Events
- Fall for the arts: September brings comedy, art, music and drama to campus
- Printing 101 — Partnering with University Printing course offered Sept. 29
- New K-State students invited to Wildcat Welcome Day on Aug. 24
- Free noontime yoga offered on campus
- K-State CrossFit open house
- Pickering to perform faculty organ recital Friday
- K-State Dance to host auditions for WinterDance 2017
- Wildcats Run for Wellness 5K
Human resources and benefits
Health and safety
Kudos, publications and presentations
Newsletters, magazines and blogs
University life
August 22, 2017
An eastern swallowtail butterfly in the Kansas State University Gardens.
From the president
News and research
- KSU Foundation announces $152.6M in fundraising in fiscal year 2017
- Two programs receive name changes in College of Human Ecology
Events
- Communicators' Brown Bag Aug. 24: K-State brand and communications update
- Free Career Center Cookout
- College of Arts and Sciences Research and Travel Opportunities Fair
- Visit with K-State's health professions advisors
- Learn more about the School of Music, Theatre, and Dance's historical instrument collection
- The new Kat Chats
- Visiting artist exhibition and lecture by Rick Griffith
Human resources and benefits
- Academic summer reserve payment option
- Employee Assistance Program webinar today: 'Being a Team Player'
Campus construction and maintenance
Newsletters, magazines and blogs
University life
August 21, 2017
An aerial view of Kansas State University's Manhattan campus.
News and research
- Honor and Integrity System update
- Applied Aviation Research Center, PrecisionHawk continue key UAS flight collaboration
Events
Human resources and benefits
Kudos, publications and presentations
Technology
University life
Volunteer opportunities
August 18, 2017
Focused in Friday: President Richard Myers reminds K-Staters to use their K-State eclipse glasses on Monday, Aug. 21, if they look at the sun.
Events
- Celebrate Great American Eclipse Aug. 21 with K-State, wear protective eyewear
- Union Dining during move-in
- K-State Proud social Aug. 20
- Wings & Swing presented by Relevate Aug. 19
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Steward named fellow of professional engineering society
- Horticulture student and faculty recognized by Perennial Plant Association
August 17, 2017
The Ahearn Field House basketball court under construction in 1950. Courtesy of Morse Department of Special Collections.
Updates from leadership
- A letter from interim Associate Provost for Diversity Zelia Wiley
- Nominations for the 2018 university distinguished professors
- Research Weekly
News and research
- Beef Cattle Institute Summer Scholars program engages students and mentors in beef industry research
- Center for Student Involvement launches in fall semester
- Academic Achievement Center welcomes assistant director and two academic coaches
- Animal health industry executive with international experience joins K-State Olathe
Events
- Welcome back Wildcats: 2017 Week of Welcome offers events for new, returning students
- K-State Tap Dance Ensemble to give free performance Aug. 19
- Eat at Freddy's to support K-State Veterinary Voyagers
- Scott Ritchie to present BRI Research Fellows Lecture Aug. 22
Kudos, publications and presentations
Technology
University life
- Lafene Health Center closed 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. today
- K-State Libraries seeks outstanding student ambassadors
August 16, 2017
The Meadow was made possible in part by a gift from the Hummel Family in memory of Professor William C. Hummel and Sara T. Hummel.
Updates from leadership
News and research
- 30-year study indicates Kansas sorghum needs to tap genetic diversity for future heat stress
- Kansas State University collaboration looks at tick-borne disease research in the Caribbean
- Sarah Riforgiate selected as coordinator for Peer Review of Teaching Program
- New high financial need education abroad scholarship
Events
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Excellence in research, scholarship earns entomology graduate student 2017 Bonebrake award
- Beyond Rosie the Riveter: Women were integral players in the French military during the world wars
Technology
Campus construction and maintenance
August 15, 2017
Droplets form on a flower petal at The Gardens.
News and research
- Super start: How to prepare children, teens for new school year and transitions
- Kansas Leadership Center, Kansas State University launch research partnership
Events
- Reminder: Candidate open forums for chief information officer
- Department heads: Learn about changing student organization policies
- 2017 K-State Family Day
Human resources and benefits
Kudos, publications and presentations
- K-State professionals lead state poverty discussions
- A.Q. Miller faculty active at annual AEJMC conference
Technology
- Border firewall successfully replaced
- Canvas Teacher app available for iOS and Android phones and tablets
- UDOIT is now available in K-State Online
University life
August 14, 2017
The Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory is a full-service, American Association of Veterinary Laboratory Diagnosticians-accredited laboratory, offering a complete range of diagnostic services for all species.
News and research
- No. 1 again: Kansas State University tops Money magazine's best in Kansas list
- Hossain named interim department head of civil engineering
- College of Education counselor education and supervision doctoral program accredited
- Add your textbooks to course reserves at K-State Libraries
Events
August 11, 2017
Focused in Friday: Daffodils bloom in the spring on the north side of the historic Farrell Library.
News and research
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Chemical engineering faculty awarded best poster at ASEE meeting
- Engineering professor appointed chair of American Ceramic Society Bulletin Editorial Advisory Board
Technology
August 10, 2017
An oriental lily at the Kansas State University Gardens.
Updates from leadership
Events
Kudos, publications and presentations
Technology
Newsletters, magazines and blogs
August 9, 2017
As a symbol of connecting the community to the Manhattan campus, the Dan and Beth Bird Archway at the Marianna Kistler Beach Museum of Art also provides a reflective entrance to The Meadow.
From the president
Updates from leadership
News and research
- Chief information officer candidate finalists
- University Advising Committee professional development grants
Events
Human resources and benefits
Kudos, publications and presentations
- K-State students named 2017 Scholars in Rural Health
- K-State MBA student part of winning team in X-Culture Competition
- Amama recipient of Tim Taylor Chair in Chemical Engineering
- Prickly situation: K-State veterinarians, specialists treat porcupine with potentially zoonotic skin infection
August 8, 2017
A honeybee, the state insect, collects pollen from a yellow columbine flower.
From the provost
News and research
- Relieving antibiotic resistance: Researchers answer questions about E. coli, take steps toward new treatment
- Lifelong leadership in extension: K-State names new associate director
- Entire university internet outage early morning Aug. 10
Events
- Enrico Isamu Ōyama exhibition brings international perspective to Beach Museum of Art
- Grad students and advisers: ETDR walk-in help sessions Aug. 9-11
Human resources and benefits
Technology
August 7, 2017
The Meadow, designed to mimic the tallgrass prairie, can provide a little shade and seating on the southeastern corner of the Manhattan campus.
News and research
- Kansas State University joins project to develop heat tolerant crops
- College of Engineering announces Buyle as department head of architectural engineering and construction science
- Student Success Collaborative, new and improved!
Events
- UAS data processing course offered at Kansas State Polytechnic
- Registration open: Printing 101 — Partnering with University Printing course offered Sept. 29
- Prepare for the Great American Solar Eclipse with Chris Sorensen and UFM
Human resources and benefits
- Academic summer reserve payment option
- Critical Incident Response Team Training for new administrators, department heads and student life staff offered Aug. 24
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Barrier-free theatre and accessibility shared at conference for theatre professionals and educators
- K-State agronomy faculty receive national awards
University life
August 4, 2017
Focused in Friday: Kent Bloomer created the big bluestem relief as part of Hale Library's 1996 southeast cornerstone.
Updates from leadership
News and research
- The Princeton Review ranks Kansas State University, Manhattan relationship No. 1; university named Top 10 in nine categories
- Veterinary researcher receives funding for tick-control research from Lawrence-based animal health company
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Researcher helps define internationally used terms about sedentary behavior
- Residence life coordinator published in regional magazine
Campus construction and maintenance
August 3, 2017
Fairchild Hall under construction in 1893. Courtesy of Morse Department of Special Collections.
Updates from leadership
News and research
Health and safety
Kudos, publications and presentations
- K-State turf faculty take leadership roles in international conference
- Bassette selected for Amgen Scholars Program
Technology
Volunteer opportunities
August 2, 2017
Sunflowers stand tall at The Gardens at Kansas State University's Manhattan campus.
News and research
- Loss of 350 miles of Great Plains streams causing changes in aquatic food web
- Kansas State University Polytechnic Campus, Geary County USD 475 team up to improve STEM education with technology grant
Kudos, publications and presentations
August 1, 2017
An aerial view looking west of part of Kansas State University's Manhattan Campus.
News and research
Events
Health and safety
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Agronomy graduate student receives grant to study heat and drought tolerance in wheat
- McNair Scholars present on summer research