August 30, 2024
It's Purple Friday! Click above for a special message from President Richard Linton.
From the president
From the provost
From the administration
News and research
- K-State announces new corporate engagement team
- K-State researchers determine molecular interactions in plants
- McCain Performance Series presents rock and roll icons The Righteous Brothers
- Fun, games and research: College of Education opens Game Lab to university and Manhattan community
- Kansas State University earns 2024-2025 Military Friendly School designation
- NACADA is key contributor to new LER resource collection
Events
- Movies on the Grass series begins Sept. 8
- Division of Biology hosts annual BioBonanza event
- Today: 'Submitting an Academic Innovation Proposal' webinar
- Art and Math Seminar meetings resume
Human resources and benefits
Training and professional development
- Basic Language Training deadline extended
- Join a faculty discussion about AI in the workplace
- Fire extinguisher training dates for fall 2024
- Supervising Students on the Job training session offered virtually Sept. 11
Health and safety
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Adulsak 'Otto' Chanyakorn receives prestigious Observational Award of Excellence
- Valentina Trinetta named recipient of 2023-2024 KAWSE Award
- Housing and Dining Services announces 2024-2025 JP's Scholarship recipients
- College of Arts and Sciences announces 2024 Benson Awards recognizing contribution to diversity
Technology
Campus construction and maintenance
Newsletters, magazines and blogs
University life
- K-State Open Access Publishing Fund: Fall 2024 funding cycle now open
- Staley School of Leadership students facilitate learning with local JAG-K
- Office of Research Development programs are accepting applications
- Posting announcements on campus
- College of Business Administration hosts first Corporate Connect event
August 28, 2024
View a special message from President Linton about the upcoming State of Our University
News and research
- A safer future for Kansas and beyond: K-State announces $7M in federal funding to drive Biomanufacturing Training and Education Initiative
- Designing for death: K-State fashion professor's fiber art exhibition showcases sustainable burial practices
- Kansas City students learn about STEM opportunities at K-State at Technology Development Institute event
- K-State Office of Recruitment and Admissions offers support for articulation agreements
- Reminder: K-State Today updated guidelines
Shared governance
Events
- Staley School Block Party: Come one, come all
- The Spectrum Center hosts Welcome Back Picnic today
- Newly hired faculty members invited to join New Faculty Institute
- Wildcat Film Appreciation Society to host weekly film screenings and discussions
- Attend First Book and Common Works of Art open house and dance party
- Create belonging at Wildcat Dialogues on Sept. 18
Training and professional development
Personnel changes
Health and safety
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Modern languages department awards more than $57,000 in scholarships to students for 2024-25
- Three engineering faculty members receive named positions
Technology
Newsletters, magazines and blogs
University life
- 2024 game-day shuttle
- K-State Proud logo voting has started
- Academic Achievement Center brings out top hits for academic success this semester
August 26, 2024
From the administration
News and research
Events
- Coffee, AI literacy and faculty resources: Join K-State Libraries for a faculty breakfast
- 'Submitting an Academic Innovation Proposal' webinar offered Aug. 30
- Free yoga on campus every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday
- NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program information session
Training and professional development
- Navigate training and development opportunities
- K-State Libraries' fall graduate workshop series schedule
Technology
Newsletters, magazines and blogs
University life
- Facilitate community building with the Division of Academic Success and Student Affairs
- Weekly global religious, spiritual and nonreligious observance information
- New exhibition in Hale Library shares the story of food and forced labor
- College of Business Administration Jump Start program eases transition for transfer students
- Build your network through 'Cats Connect
Volunteer opportunities
- Serve on planning committee for National First-generation Student Celebration
- Volunteers with major depression are needed for a clinical trial
August 23, 2024
From the administration
News and research
- Join Bill Snyder in the Wildcat Challenge to Tackle Cancer
- K-State Salina offers day of youth aviation experiences at annual Girls in Aviation Day event
- School of Music, Theatre, and Dance launches inaugural QuVee Mock Masterclass Series featuring world-renowned artists
Events
Training and professional development
Kudos, publications and presentations
Campus construction and maintenance
- Kimball Avenue to reopen at Denison Avenue intersection Aug. 26
- Partial closure of Mid-Campus Drive Aug. 26-Sept.12
Newsletters, magazines and blogs
University life
- Submit your course data to claim Open/Alternative Textbook Initiative course fee
- Modern languages department invites participation in language conversation tables
- Math department hosts Math Circle Seminar for elementary and middle school students
August 21, 2024
Kansas State University will celebrate the people and achievements that are driving K-State forward as the next-generation land-grant university at the 2024 State of Our University event.
From the administration
- Celebrate the people of K-State at the 2024 State of Our University
- Special announcement with U.S. Sen. Moran and President Linton at K-State
- Provost's office announces fall Academic Innovation Fund rollout
- National search announced for vice provost for operations
News and research
- College of Business Administration expands microcredential offerings for fall 2024 and beyond
- Aaron Watson opens McCain Performance Series season
Events
- Students invited to attend College of Health and Human Sciences Part-Time Jobs Expo today
- The IKEA Ready for College Tour stops at K-State Alumni Center
- Retirement reception for Mary Grubbs Aug. 22
- Water Wednesday events resume in September
Training and professional development
- TLC Professional Development series: 'Sustainable Excellence in Teaching'
- Student loan forgiveness workshop hosted by TIAA and Savi
- Call for graduate research posters for AI Symposium
- Register now for the fall Online Course Design Institute
Personnel changes
Health and safety
Kudos, publications and presentations
- K-State alumna-funded Zeng scholarship supports international graduate student in physics
- Pentz and Howe publish 'Collaborative Pathways in Studio Dance Education'
Technology
Campus construction and maintenance
- K-State enhancing accessibility, safety across campus
- Partial closure of Mid-Campus Drive Aug. 26-Sept.12
Newsletters, magazines and blogs
University life
- The Scoop on K-State releases next episode featuring K-State's student body president
- AI T-shirt design student competition
- Undergraduate research opportunities through SDUR
Volunteer opportunities
August 19, 2024
Welcome to the fall 2024 semester
From the president
News and research
- Community invited to K-State Alumni Association's 150th celebration — guest appearances from Coach Tang and Willie the Wildcat
- IT hiring initiative is underway
- Date change to McCain Performance Series HYPROV show
Events
- Week of Welcome
- K-State Dance to host auditions for 'Winter Dance Concert '24'
- Attend 2024 International Block Party
- Kick off the semester with free yoga every day during Week of Welcome
Training and professional development
- Call for breakout proposals for Women Managing the Farm Conference
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification offered this fall
Personnel changes
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Thirty-four students receive $1,000 research awards from College of Arts and Sciences
- Entomology postdoc fellow awarded USDA-NIFA postdoctoral fellowship
Technology
University life
- What's new at the U fall 2024
- Weekly global religious, spiritual and nonreligious observance information
- Fall semester hours at K-State Libraries
- Tutoring Services moves to Hale Library
August 16, 2024
From the president
From the administration
News and research
Events
- Registration open for K-State’s Homecoming 5K Run/Walk
- Attend TAPS Agronomy Field Day and football tailgate Sept. 5
Kudos, publications and presentations
Technology
- Get a jump start on your semester by organizing your inbox
- Canvas: New features for the fall semester
University life
- Darren Sproles to serve as grand marshal for 2024 Homecoming Parade
- Presentation proposals wanted for 2025 Active Living Conference
August 14, 2024
Holy Ellis has observed the profound effect that physical spaces have on senior residents’ health and quality of life. This realization inspired her to pursue research to improve seniors’ living environments. Click the image to read more in Seek magazine.
From the administration
News and research
- Mohr-Schroeder appointed inaugural vice provost for academic affairs and innovation
- Customize K-State event notifications through university calendar
Events
- Reminder: Join K-State's university records manager for Records Management Training
- Reminder: Attend final executive director of applied learning finalist interview
- Attend 78th Independence Day of India celebration on Aug. 15
- Limited tickets remain for first two home football games
Human resources and benefits
Health and safety
Kudos, publications and presentations
University life
- Partner with the Pre-Professional and Exploratory Advising Center this fall
- Rec Services to have adjusted hours Aug. 14-18
August 12, 2024
News and research
- Updated K-State Today publishing information
- K-State researchers continue battling MERS and related bat coronaviruses of pandemic potential
- A K-State program gives Salina Rescue Mission residents the skills they need for airplane maintenance
Events
- DCM to offer in-person August Social Media Roundtable session to staff, faculty
- Pre-semester instructional support events hosted by the Teaching and Learning Center
- Chick-fil-A in the Union free lunch Aug. 14
- College of Arts and Sciences faculty and staff invited to welcome social
- Reminder: Thurston reception Thursday, Aug. 15
Kudos, publications and presentations
- College of Agriculture celebrates first Feeding Your Future camp
- K-State hosts English teachers from Brazil for professional development
Policy/procedure updates
University life
- Supporting students with disabilities and the Student Access Center
- K-State Libraries offers e-reserves programs
- Navigate's help feature provides personalized support
August 9, 2024
From the administration
News and research
- Explore the art of Indian printmaking at the Beach Museum of Art
- Veterinary Research Scholars Program recognizes scholars and mentors
Events
- K-State to host World Religions Festival, an international celebration of wisdom, faith and culture
- Soccer hosts Arkansas in exhibition match tonight
- K-State Amatuer Radio Club special event station operation
- Celebrate the end of summer with free yoga in unique locations across campus
Human resources and benefits
Kudos, publications and presentations
Technology
August 7, 2024
Tianjun Sun is exploring how chatbots can help workplaces create better personality assessments for hiring, career counseling and guidance. Click the image to read more in Seek magazine.
From the administration
News and research
- Technology Development Institute and GO Topeka partner to develop new hypoallergenic pet foods
- Johnson Cancer Research Center raises more than $8,000 at Kaw Valley Rodeo
- Great Plains IDEA and AG IDEA Rebrand to IDEA: Innovative Digital Education Alliance
Personnel changes
Kudos, publications and presentations
- SDUR selects next generation cohort of K-State undergraduate researchers
- Martinez named champion for age-friendly public health systems
- K-State professors coauthor next textbook about advanced technologies to benefit society
Technology
- Captioning videos efficiently through Mediasite
- HRIS, KSIS and DARS maintenance scheduled for Aug. 11
Campus construction and maintenance
Newsletters, magazines and blogs
University life
Volunteer opportunities
August 5, 2024
News and research
Events
Personnel changes
Health and safety
Kudos, publications and presentations
- K-State's Feed the Future Sustainable Intensification Innovation Lab leadership recognized by government of Cambodia
- Building Bridges for the Future of Leadership Education: Leadership scholars present at national conference
University life
August 2, 2024
Aerial view of the Kansas State University Gardens
From the administration
News and research
- Nearly 70 years later, Harold and his purple crayon still teach plenty, K-State professor says
- K-State researchers uncover keys to stemming wheat production losses due to drought
- Fall bulk solids lineup announced
- University Research Compliance Office to change name to Office of Research Integrity, Compliance and Security
Human resources and benefits
Kudos, publications and presentations
- K-State earns prestigious CASE Circle of Excellence awards for creative projects
- Higgs publishes paper on COVID-19 response, lessons
Newsletters, magazines and blogs
- How Kansans beat the virus: Third Floor Research reveals impact of civic leadership in addressing public health challenges
- Three reasons to attend an animal health conference
University life
- Global religious, spiritual and nonreligious observance information
- New exhibit on Latin American cuisine available at Hale Library