Kansas State University

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Updates from leadership

• Research Weekly

News and research

• K-State education program to ignite interest in STEM degrees and careers statewide

Events

• Reminder: Chief human resources officer candidate open forum today
• Volleyball and soccer at home this weekend
• Division of Biology hosts annual BioBonanza Sept. 5
• A.Q. Miller School hosts Eric Meyer of Marion County Record this Friday
• Reminder: Retirement reception and ceremony for Mary Jo McHugh

Personnel changes

• Wendy Mathews retires after 23 years of service with K-State

Health and safety

• COVID-19 updates for fall 2023

Kudos, publications and presentations

• Division of Biology welcomes 2023-2024 class of Biology Ambassadors
• Genevieve Baudoin selected as Regnier Distinguished Faculty Chair

Newsletters, magazines and blogs

• August Lifelines veterinary newsletter is now online

Volunteer opportunities

• Wildcat Dialogues seeks volunteers for 2023 event

Researchers in the James R. Macdonald Laboratory are making an impact across the globe. The physicists are involved in major research projects in world-class facilities.

News and research

• K-State engineer receives Department of Defense grant to build security test bed for all-electric ships

Events

• Reminder: Launching Next-Gen K-State
• Leadership professional development series to strengthen managerial skills, confidence
• Attend Career Development Speaker Series today: Elevator pitches and networking
• Join Staley School Block Party today
• NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program series begins today
• Café Olé Spanish conversation hour series begins today
• Teaching and Learning Center to host Teaching Chat today

Kudos, publications and presentations

• Graduate Council new membership and accomplishments

Campus construction and maintenance

• Campus Creek stabilization and Bayberry Lane project update

University life

• Nominate a freshman for Quest Freshman Honorary
• Make new friends from around the world: Join International Buddies
• Become a part of Wildcats Forever today

News and research

• KSU Foundation raises $226.4M in fiscal year 2023
• K-State researchers land $1.9M grant to improve crop genetics
• College of Education offers K-State's first Education Specialist degree program
• Nominate a colleague or apply for Excellence in Innovation and Economic Engagement Award

Events

• Newly hired faculty members invited to join New Faculty Institute
• Junpeng Deng to present in Biochemistry and Molecular Biophysics Seminar
• Attend LGBTQ+ Welcome Back Picnic Aug. 31
• Students invited to attend Health Networking Night

Human resources and benefits

• Fire extinguisher training dates for fall 2023

Kudos, publications and presentations

• Scholars Assisting Scholars program recognized as Inspiring Program in STEM
• K-State lab sponsors, kicks off international food system symposium in Senegal
• Modern languages department awards more than $60,000 in scholarships to students for 2023-24
• K-State Army ROTC cadets complete US Army Air Assault course

University life

• Download TELUS Health Student Support

Volunteer opportunities

• Serve on planning committee for National First-Generation Student Celebration

KSUnite

• KSUnite Weekly

News and research

• K-State engineering professor to lead nearly $1M community project on energy resilience
• K-State expands Land Grant Promise statewide
• K-State College of Education, Hutchinson Community College develop teacher pathway program for area students
• Updates to event and visitor parking

Events

• McCain Performance Series hosts a peaceful transition of comedy from Capitol Steps to Capitol Fools
• Tickets for men's basketball in Kansas City are on sale now
• Attend information session for Center for Risk Management Education and Research Associate Program

Personnel changes

• Lisa Johnson selected as assistant vice president of planning, design and construction

Kudos, publications and presentations

• A.Q. Miller School professor honored for service, professional achievement
• Goins selected as featured artist in Colorado guitar festival
• Migette Kaup discusses interior design in long-term care industry on podcast
• Team publishes eighth textbook in series

Technology

• Sept. 19: A new look for single sign-on and Duo two-factor authentication
• K-State is now using geolocation

University life

• Weekly global religious, spiritual and nonreligious observance information
• K-State offers game day shuttle bus

Volunteer opportunities

• Participate in survey about transparency and perceptions

Friday feature photo: Submitted by Tim Schrag. Traveling Wildcats do the K-S-U pose on Lake Como, Italy. Learn more at k-state.com/travelingwildcats. Click the image to learn how to submit your photo.

News and research

• New book by K-State criminologist explores cybercrime prevention
• K-State again recognized by Campus Pride as one of the best universities in the nation
• Powercat Financial receives largest State Farm Insurance grant award in its partnership history

Events

• Save the date: Chief human resources officer candidate open forums
• Join the 2023 International Block Party tonight
• Retirement reception and ceremony for Mary Jo McHugh
• Grow your network, support your well-being

Kudos, publications and presentations

• Music students win positions in Salina Symphony

University life

• K-State First invites learning community and first-year seminar proposals
• Union Station by JP's open for academic year

An aerial view of the sidewalks and the Meadow near the Beach Museum of Art and Danforth and All Faith Chapels.

Updates from leadership

• National search announced for provost and executive vice president
• Research Weekly

News and research

• K-State to launch 'exceptionally successful' teacher pathway program statewide
• K-State local foods program to offer fellowships for Kansas communities

Events

• Explore collaborations, find resources and promote your work at Research Connections
• Alice Boyle to present Division of Biology Seminar
• College of Health and Human Sciences hosting Career Development Speaker Series
• Jordan Schaeffer art exhibit on display at K-State Student Union

Human resources and benefits

• Free course offered to assist those teaching or developing online courses

Personnel changes

• New university records manager at K-State Libraries; Leimkuehler promoted to university archivist

Kudos, publications and presentations

• K-State partnership recognized for work in bioscience industry
• Student playwright selected in national contest
• Personal financial planning hosts successful academy for high school students

Newsletters, magazines and blogs

• August e-newsletter from K-State's Olathe campus now online

University life

• Powercat Financial is expanding service locations
• K-State Libraries seeks student ambassadors
• Solving the puzzle of academic achievement

Volunteer opportunities

• Participate in health and work performance improvement research study

K-State Research and Extension is helping Kansas farmers handle water more efficiently when drought is hitting hard. Click the image to read more in the spring 2023 issue of Seek magazine.

News and research

• K-State Salina, Pure Imagination Studios announce historic partnership to build modern spatial computing studio and learning center
• Parking permits now virtual, ParkMobile app available for hourly parking

Events

• Participate in the Teaching and Learning Center book club
• Staley School Block Party welcomes all Wildcats
• Flint Hills Discovery Center to host free Aerospace Day Saturday, Aug. 26
• Saucier to present 'Sustainable Excellence in Teaching' today
• Demonstrate broader impacts at the Girls Researching Our World workshop Oct. 7

Personnel changes

• Bunnel to serve College of Agriculture as associate director for research and international initiatives

Kudos, publications and presentations

• Interior design team claims top prize for second year in video competition
• Hitzler publishes book on neurosymbolic artificial intelligence

Technology

• Division of Information Technology offers free resources

Updates from leadership

• Universal time and attendance system initiative update

News and research

• K-State recognized as military-friendly school
• Pell Grant disbursement rules change for fall 2023

Events

• Week of Welcome events continue through Friday
• K-State Libraries announce schedule for fall graduate workshop series
• ArtSci Aggieville Adventure event postponed to Aug. 29
• K-State Rec Services hosting Rec Fest on Aug. 22
• ArtSci Coffee Break moved to Nichols Hall atrium
• Students invited to attend Part-Time Jobs Expo Aug. 23

Personnel changes

• National search underway to fill vacancy for assistant vice president for diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging

Health and safety

• Liquid assets: The value of fluids to your health

Kudos, publications and presentations

• Bahadori to present at radiological protection workshop
• High school students explore health care professions and academic areas through summer program
• Thank you to move-in volunteers

Policy/procedure updates

• Protocol for campus postings

Campus construction and maintenance

• Help keep K-State cool during record-breaking hot temperatures

Newsletters, magazines and blogs

• K-State Olathe launches official campus blog
• College of Arts and Sciences newsletter is online
• Teaching and Learning Center's news and upcoming events

University life

• Basic Language Training offered in fall 2023

Volunteer opportunities

• Volunteers needed for a study on depression

Updates from leadership

• Reminder: Next-Gen K-State strategic plan draft available for feedback
• New student organization event policy announcement

Events

• K-State's McCain Performance Series kicks off with Diamond Rio
• Lafene Health Center to host open house
• K-State dance program will host auditions for Winter Dance Concert '23
• Join the 2023 International Block Party Aug. 25
• College of Arts and Sciences to host coffee break
• Join Week of Welcome at K-State Libraries, get a free T-shirt
• 'Organ Music for a Wednesday Morning' recital Aug. 23
• Join the T-shirt giveaway at the Career Center
• Free yoga offered on campus every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday

Kudos, publications and presentations

• Summer workshop showcases advanced composites for aerospace industry
• Biology graduate student recognized with Best Graduate Student Poster Presentation Award

Technology

• IT Service Desk is available to help

Campus construction and maintenance

• Construction project continues on east side of Rathbone Hall

University life

• We've got food and fun at the Union
• Nominate a freshman for Quest Freshman Honorary
• Fall semester hours at K-State Libraries

President and First Lady Linton invite K-State faculty and staff to lunch from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. today at the President's Residence. Read more in the announcement below.

From the president

• Today: Faculty and staff invited to Food Truck Friday, Lunch with the Lintons

News and research

• K-State announces new Barry Flinchbaugh Center for Ag Policy
• Purple pride: K-State students ranked friendliest in national survey

Events

• Reminder: Chief risk and safety officer candidate open forum today
• Tour Hale Library on Aug. 20
• Volleyball and soccer single-match tickets on sale Monday

Human resources and benefits

• SSC-Navigate Academic Planner Template Builder training for advisors offered Sept. 1

Kudos, publications and presentations

• Loughmiller receives visionary award
• Veterinary Medicine student receives Merck Animal Health Scholarship

University life

• Supporting students with disabilities and the Student Access Center
• Make a difference with the Financial Well-being Ambassador Program
• Help students get career ready at the All-University Career Fair

Updates from leadership

• Research Weekly
• SEM operational excellence update and Division of Academic Success and Student Affairs structure

News and research

• Beach Museum of Art exhibition explores use of art in Kansas schools
• K-State veterinarians to develop vaccines for cattle and swine diseases with new grants
• Pathway to Commercialization Awards announced

Events

• Reminder: Social Media Roundtable session today
• Registration open for K-State’s Homecoming 5K run/walk
• Reminder: Chief risk and safety officer candidate open forum today
• Advisor Forum group information and save the dates
• Assistant vice president of planning, design and construction candidate open forum

Human resources and benefits

• SSC-Navigate Basics training for advisors offered Aug. 31 and Sept. 1

Personnel changes

• Rich Augustin retires after almost 18 years of service with the state of Kansas

Kudos, publications and presentations

• Villoria recognized with Top MapBiomas Research Award
• Researchers publish article about Summer STEM Institute class in international journal

Technology

• IT Service Desk fall schedule

Campus construction and maintenance

• Phase One of Campus Creek Stabilization and Bayberry Project will begin Aug. 21

Memorial services

• Remembering Ed Lindly

University life

• Education Abroad thanks faculty, staff for internationalizing K-State classrooms

Recent fashion studies graduate Celeste Graciano is finding the right fit in protective gear for women firefighters, a problem that women in the industry often face. Click the image to view a video and learn more.

Updates from leadership

• Launching Next-Gen K-State Sept. 8
• Fall syllabi resources and required statements reminders

News and research

• Human Capital Services changes name to Human Resources
• Earhart Hall officially opens at K-State Salina
• University launches new K-State Microcredentials website

Events

• Reminder: Chief risk and safety officer candidate open forum today
• Register for the Lavender Alumni Social today
• College of Arts and Sciences faculty and staff welcome social today

Human resources and benefits

• TIAA financial consultant on campus Aug. 17

Kudos, publications and presentations

• Veterinary Medicine student receives Mary Bechtol Memorial Scholarship

Technology

• Canvas courses updated for fall 2023

Volunteer opportunities

• Teach a workshop at the Innovation Lab

Seaton Hall

News and research

• K-State College of Education receives grant to recruit and mentor new teachers
• Swoggers' estate gift funds Kansas State University primary texts certificate program
• K-State partners with Rudd Foundation to offer new scholarship opportunity to students

Events

• Former US Ambassador to deliver Gardiner Global Food Systems lecture Oct. 9
• Reminder: Chief risk and safety officer candidate open forum today
• Chick-fil-A free breakfast Aug 16.

Human resources and benefits

• Reminder: Special open enrollment for long-term care insurance

Technology

• IT summer update

From the president

• Faculty and staff invited to Food Truck Friday, Lunch with the Lintons

Updates from leadership

• Call for 2024 university distinguished professor nominations
• Reminder: Next-Gen K-State strategic plan draft available for feedback

News and research

• Technology Development Institute supports Kansas entrepreneur in growing business
• Improved payment options to better support students

Events

• K-State physician assistant program Spirit Night Fundraiser tomorrow
• Additional workshop on free AI tools for literature reviews Aug. 23
• Candidate to interview for assistant vice president of planning, design and construction

Personnel changes

• Engineering Extension organizational changes to radon program

Kudos, publications and presentations

• Duan honored with young investigator award from electrochemical society
• K-State College of Education STEM, STEAM camps engage hundreds of middle schoolers
• Wood featured on podcasts for Renaissance polyphony article

University life

• K-State Innovation Partners stakeholder survey

Volunteer opportunities

• Help welcome new Wildcats by volunteering during orientation activities

The stained-glass mural, "A Spot I Love Full Well," at the K-State Alumni Center.

News and research

• K-State's Munir receives $1M USDA-NIFA grant

Events

• Science Communication Initiative professional development webinar series begins Aug. 14
• Register for the 2023 Black Alumni Reunion
• Student group to host celebration for 76th Independence Day of India

University life

• Support for pre-health, pre-vet and pre-law students

K-State Student Union

Updates from leadership

• Research Weekly

News and research

• Residence hall move-in traffic and parking
• NSF Major Research Instrumentation program internal notifications due Aug. 11

Events

• Save the date: Chief risk and safety officer candidate open forums
• Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory to feature rabies expert at free seminar
• Soccer and volleyball priority deadline is tonight

Kudos, publications and presentations

• Hutchinson leads ERVA task force, releases report on water security
• Burrack leads professional development for San Bernardino music program

Volunteer opportunities

• Paid volunteers needed for psychology research studies

BeeMachine, an Android and iOS app, has officially launched. The app, developed by K-State's entomology department, is designed to revolutionize bee research and conservation through machine learning. Click the image to read more in Seek magazine.

Updates from leadership

• Fall syllabi resources and required statements

News and research

• K-State to lead $6M NSF project to study soil moisture preservation methods

Events

• Noontime Yoga schedule and location updates
• SAFE Zone presents Introductory Professional Development Workshop Aug. 17

Technology

• LibKey Nomad extension available to faculty, students and patrons

Kansas State University Gardens

Updates from leadership

• Community visit spotlight: Southeast Kansas organizations use innovative tools to teach students about nutrition

Events

• Attend workshop on free AI tools for literature reviews

Personnel changes

• Teaching professor of public health appointed at Olathe campus

Technology

• Canvas: New Gradebook filters

Campus construction and maintenance

• Division of Facilities crews working to improve campus sidewalks

News and research

• K-State leads statewide project to rebuild early child care workforce
• President's office announces K-State 105 hires
• Apply by Sept. 1 to receive course fees for spring 2024 courses

Events

• Reminder: Surplus office furniture sale open to university departments
• Soccer and volleyball priority season ticket deadline is Thursday

Kudos, publications and presentations

• Goins publishes latest article on iconic rock group

Updates from leadership

• Community visit spotlight: K-State Research and Extension agents collaborate to meet needs of immigrant populations

Health and safety

• New students required to complete K-State ASAP training

Volunteer opportunities

• Help welcome new Wildcats by volunteering during orientation activities

Willard Hall

Updates from leadership

• Research Weekly

News and research

• Boles named K-State Salina executive director for flight operations
• Payne and community partner receive grant to study how community writing can empower neighborhoods
• E-reserves service available for faculty
• Apply now to host a local food fellow

Events

• DCM to offer August Social Media Roundtable session to staff, faculty
• Assistant vice president of planning, design and construction candidate open forum

Human resources and benefits

• Purchasing and Contract Services training offered

Health and safety

• Lafene Health Center, Cats' Cupboard closed Friday

Kudos, publications and presentations

• College of Business Administration student recognized in international competition

University life

• New Johnson Cancer Research Center T-Shirts are here

USD 383's STEM Camp student Jarrett Lippert brought his dreams to life with the help of K-State's Sunderland Foundation Innovation Lab. Click the image to read more about how the lab offers a space of exploration and creativity to the community.

News and research

• K-State's Center for Hazardous Substance Research selected for $23M EPA grant

Events

• KAWSE to host EXCITE Shadow Days this fall

From the president

• Faculty and staff invited to Food Truck Friday, Lunch with the Lintons

News and research

• Technology Development Institute supports K-State associate professor's bassoon product launch
• K-State veterinary college offers clinical skills laboratory to NBAF animal care team
• University Press of Kansas director candidate presentations available for viewing, feedback

Events

• Surplus office furniture sale open to university departments
• Basketball priority deadline is tonight

Human resources and benefits

• Special August open enrollment for long-term care insurance

Technology

• Adobe Creative Cloud free to faculty and staff Aug. 1

University life

• Student organization recognition and renewal starts today

Volunteer opportunities

• Housing and Dining Services seeks move-in volunteers