September 29, 2017
Focused in Friday: The Powercat logo on a chair at Kansas State University's Call Hall.
From the president
Updates from leadership
News and research
- Professor's research to help meet the high demand for carbon nanotubes
- Annual campus security and fire safety reports available
- Industry-government connections forged at first regulatory affairs seminar
Shared governance
Events
- Reminder: President Richard Myers to deliver State of the University Address today
- SPARK your curiosity: SPARK Week Oct. 2-6
- K-State Horticulture mum sale Sept. 29-30
Human resources and benefits
- Don't miss the 2017 Benefits Fair on Oct. 5
- Movement challenge week five results
- Recognizing and Reporting Discrimination, University Response and Resources training offered Oct. 6
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Record number of scholarships awarded to distance education students
- Williams wins C2C Innovation in Teaching award
- Johannes honored as Communicator of the Year
Technology
September 28, 2017
Denison Hall in 1923. It was destroyed by a fire in 1934 and later rebuilt as Willard Hall. Courtesy of Morse Department of Special Collections.
Updates from leadership
News and research
- Lunch break: Nutrition professor says what kids bring can affect their dietary choices for years to come
- Bats and rabies: What you need to know on World Rabies Day
- Nominate a K-State colleague for Open Access All Stars
- APDesign receives top rankings from DesignIntelligence
Events
- New Beach Museum of Art exhibition looks at boundary-crossing experiences of artists Artemio Rodríguez and Fidencio Fifield-Perez
- Attacking cancer with One Health approach is topic of Nov. 1 event
- October brings cultural treats to K-State
- 'Becky Shaw' performs in the Purple Masque Theatre
- Reminder: Printing 101 course offered tomorrow
- K-State Alumni Association to host K-State Homecoming pregame event in Cat Town
- Robyn Ochs to present 'Beyond the Binaries: Sexuality and Identity'
- Lecture Series on 'Curious Incident' begins Thursday, Sept. 28
- Division of Biology presents Katie Marshall on Sept. 29
- 13th annual Kaw Valley Farm Tour Oct. 7-8
Human resources and benefits
- Evaluating USS Work Performance for supervisors offered Oct. 10
- Managing Difficult Conversations session offered Oct. 5
Kudos, publications and presentations
University life
September 27, 2017
Lights shine through Hale Library's archways and windows.
Updates from leadership
News and research
- Ice family invests in Kansas history and rural studies
- Safety first: Keep food safe by selecting proper lunch bags and keeping them clean
- Bonnie Rush named interim dean of College of Veterinary Medicine
- K-State Alerts test emergency notification system today
Events
- Kansas City art sale to benefit tallgrass prairie friends, education program
- Bakery Science Club sale today
- Eat at Panda Express today to support graduate students
- Geography colloquium Sept. 29 examines global surface water resources
- Multicultural Alumni Council to host student listening session
- Paraguayan Social today
- Research Connections offers opportunity to build interdisciplinary collaborations, find resources and promote your work
- ADVANCE Distinguished Lecture Series and Mathematics Colloquium lecture present Nages Shanmugalingam
- Photo opportunity with the national championship trophy
- Graduate Student Council professional development: Making a CASE for Science
- Registration open for Counseling Services' Feel Better Fast workshops
Human resources and benefits
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Kansas State University researcher receives one of 30 new NSF EPSCoR fellowships
- Two Kansas State University professors receive Higuchi-KU Endowment Research Achievement Awards
- Two K-State faculty receive $5,000 Iman Awards for research and teaching
- K-State students named to Transfer Ambassador Program
- English professor serves as author, editor of new books about communicating science
- Engineering Extension radon program to play key role in national conference
- University Distinguished Graduate Student award winners present research at UDP meeting Sept. 19
Campus construction and maintenance
University life
September 26, 2017
Tops of greenhouses near the K-State Gardens and Throckmorton Hall.
News and research
- The great escape: With mock space capsule, researchers partner with NASA to study astronaut fitness
- Finding the perfect pet: University veterinarian says don't buy on impulse
- Graduate School announces spring 2018 recruitment weekend funding
Shared governance
Events
- Wildcats for International Development, Engineers Without Borders hosting joint meeting today
- 'Afghanistan: Culture, History and Politics': A Skype conversation with Mahmud Khalili
- Get your Fighting For A Cure T-shirts at the K-State Farmers Market
- Roshanravan to present American Ethnic Studies Showcase inaugural lecture
- Presentation by artist Patty Carroll
- Register now for K-State Animal Sciences and Industry Family and Friends Reunion
- Producers invited to feedlot field day
- Deadline to submit abstract for graduate student Research and the State
- K-State Alumni Association encourages respectful use of homecoming theme: Purple Pride Worldwide
- Cameron Thies to present lecture on foreign policy rhetoric of populism
- Small Town Studio announces mural visioning event for Eureka
Human resources and benefits
- 'Benefit' Your Team Session offered Oct. 3
- Title IX: Recognizing and Reporting Sexual Harassment and Sexual Violence, University Response and Resources training offered Oct. 3
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Higgs co-authors commentary in The Lancet
- K-State Air Force ROTC cadets attend United States Air Force Marathon
- Engineering leadership program embarks on second year
- Mitzi Lauderdale awarded grant from Social Security Administration
- Dining Services introduces 'Cultivate You' program
- Gurgel and undergraduate researchers in music education present at conferences in Nepal, Virginia and Minnesota
University life
- Request a presentation from the Academic Achievement Center Ambassadors
- Alternative breaks give students opportunities to serve, engage
- ADVANCE Postdoctoral Researcher Travel Award applications due Oct. 5
September 25, 2017
Glass sculptures of ships and buildings by Mitsugi Ohno, K-State senior master glassblower until 1996, are on display in the K-State Student Union second floor concourse.
Updates from leadership
News and research
- Advanced materials manufacturing and international study opportunities focus of new NSF grant
- Education majors yield major savings thanks to technology initiative, faculty
- Weigel Library closed during relocation from Seaton to Regnier Hall
Shared governance
Events
- Reminder: Retirement reception for Sue Maes today
- K-State Blood Drive this week
- College of Architecture, Planning & Design presents new exhibit 'A College is Formed'
- Join us to celebrate Pete Souza, inaugural Alumni Excellence Award recipient
- K-State alumnus Scott Kraft to present How I Landed My Job lecture today
- Graduate Workshop Series: Managing Your Data
- Study and intern in France information session at 4 p.m. today
- K-State Libraries workshop tomorrow: Research without Borders
- K-State Farmers Market Sept. 27
- Women Managing the Farm Conference call for proposals
Human resources and benefits
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Dobrzanski presents at international conference in Poland
- Sociologist presents at international conference on human trafficking
University life
- Walk-in flu vaccine clinic at Lafene Health Center
- Fall 2017 Body Project workshops open to students
- Risk Management Center accepting applications for Sophomore Connection Program
September 22, 2017
Focused in Friday: The sundial in the Quad.
News and research
- Kansas State University a part of collaborative effort for study of Arctic warming trends and effects
- Veterinary researcher receives grants worth more than $700,000 to investigate swine diseases and influenza B virus
- Sue Maes and Dennis Hemmendinger create scholarship for Global Campus students
Events
- ADVANCE Distinguished Lecture Series presents Shirley Luckhart
- K-State students, faculty observe Banned Books Week
- The B-52s bringing party music to McCain Performance Series
- Out of the Darkness Walk is tomorrow
- Mental Wellness Week: Stomp the Stigma
- Don't miss K-State meat sale Friday
Human resources and benefits
Kudos, publications and presentations
Campus construction and maintenance
Newsletters, magazines and blogs
Volunteer opportunities
September 21, 2017
The clock that stands north of Holtz Hall was provided by donations from the classes of 1968, 1971, 1973 and 1974.
Updates from leadership
From the Kansas Board of Regents
News and research
- Gov. Brownback to sign proclamation marking 50th anniversary of Division of Biology
- K-State Olathe receives healthy workplace designation by Greater KC Chamber
- PetSmart Charities grant supports shelter medicine program at Kansas State University
- K-State, Kansas community colleges sign agreements to launch DirectLink
Events
- Enjoy timeless rock and roll with Creedence Clearwater Revisited at McCain Auditorium
- APDesign to present Pete Wenger of Patkau Architects as part of Ekdahl Distinguished Lecture Series
- McCain and Graduate School Graduate Student Party Sept. 29
- Celebrate National Research Administrator Day Sept. 25
- Join K-State Libraries for Wine and Wisdom, a free faculty event
- Division of Biology Seminar Sept. 22
- Campus and community are invited to the next 'Bach's Lunch'
- Mental Wellness Week: Speaker Brent Scarpo to present 'The Dog that Saved My Life'
- 'Hamilton' actor to speak at K-State
- Second Stop the Bleed training offered on campus Sept. 25
- World-renowned health activist to host training, conversation
- Grad Money Matters workshop: Maximize Your Money
- Forestry Field Day features local experts
Human resources and benefits
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Picture this: National Geographic's Jim Richardson receiving honorary doctorate from Kansas State University
- Chen named honorary fellow of Australian Institute
- Honorees of the Women of Distinction Recognition Ceremony
- Corey Miller gains experience with National Institutes of Health fellowship
- Office of Assessment presents at national assessment conference
Campus construction and maintenance
Newsletters, magazines and blogs
September 20, 2017
Bubbles on the water's surface in the fountain at The Gardens.
Updates from leadership
News and research
- Hurricane Harvey puts College of Engineering's Kulesza in GEER
- Kansas State University awarded $2.65 million to study water, plant and soil microbiomes
- New doctoral program takes interdisciplinary approach to leadership communication
- Fulbright Canada scholar studies why students become scientists
Events
- New prevention trainings at Kansas State University aim to empower bystanders
- Special education scholars Greenwood, Carta to present at College of Education’s annual distinguished lecture series
- Registration open for statewide Tilford Conference
- Bakery Science Club sale today
- Mental Wellness Week: Stack Against Stigma
- Celebrating 'M is for Math, Museum and Manhattan'
- Paraguayan Social happening next week
- Kansas State University Innovation Lab hosts gender specialist Kathleen Colverson
- Second Thirsty Thursday on Sept. 21
- Access to Capital for Small Businesses Workshop open to public
- Dirk Mateer to present to Economics Club on economic foundations
- Make connections for collaboration with delegation from Jilin University
- K-State Student Speech, Language and Hearing Association to host walk-a-thon Oct. 1
Kudos, publications and presentations
- K-State's exhibit 'Artistry and Innovation' displayed at Kansas Board of Regents' office
- Kansas State University taking over production of One Health Newsletter, the go-to source for One Health news
- Music education faculty present poster at national research symposium
Technology
University life
Volunteer opportunities
September 19, 2017
An aerial view of Memorial Stadium.
Updates from leadership
- Reclassification process now available
- 2018 leadership/management institutes application process open
News and research
Events
- International Coffee Hour fall 2017: Iraq Sept. 22
- Tallgrass Artist Residency Symposium Sept. 23
- Mental Wellness Week: Art therapy day
- Kat Chat: Academic anxiety
- 'Black Cowboys along the Chisholm Trail' at K-State Libraries
- Graduate Student Council professional development workshop: Writing a Teaching, Research and Diversity Statement
- Science on Tap: Exploring firefighter health and fitness
- Communicators' Brown Bag Thursday to discuss new documentary on first-year teachers in Kansas
- Registration open for International Coordinating Council's International Championships
- 'Organ Music for a Wednesday Morning' recitals resume Sept. 20
- Printing 101: Learn about University Printing's processes, new services and equipment
- BRI Research Fellows lecture today
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Interior architecture & product design students to present at an international conference
- Gerontology professor wins early career achievement award
- Engineering professor recognized for early career success
University life
September 18, 2017
A northern cardinal sits in a tree on the K-State Manhattan campus.
Updates from leadership
News and research
Events
- Reminder: Sept. 18-22 is National Postdoc Appreciation Week
- Clery Act training seminar is Oct. 10-11 at K-State Olathe
- Balloon release today in Bosco Student Plaza to kick off Mental Wellness Week
- Fall 2017 speaker series How I Landed My Job to begin Sept. 25
- K-State Alumni Association announces K-State Homecoming schedule
- Careers for creative and unconventional people
- Graduate Workshop Series: Managing Citations and References with RefWorks
- Public conversation with Marla Day and Edie McGinnis
- Constitution Day in the Union
- SPARK Tank application deadline is Friday
- Free outdoor film series to show 'Souls of the Vermilion Sea' at Sunset Zoo
- Visiting photographer Katharina Bosse lecture Sept. 26
Human resources and benefits
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Three Kansas State University students receive Merck veterinary scholarship awards
- K-State Alumni Association names 150 Legacy Scholars
Publications and presentations
University life
September 15, 2017
Focused in Friday: The upholstery pattern at the Berney Family Welcome Center.
News and research
- K-State Olathe cooks up a food safety lesson for middle school students
- K-State Distinguished Lecturers Series call for proposals
Events
- Registration open for K-State's Homecoming 5K Run/Walk
- First International Symposium on Innovative Teaching and Learning is coming to K-State
- Out of the Darkness Walk registration open
- Cats for Inclusion kicks off fall 2017 campaign
- Career Center Daytime Drop-in times limited next week
- Dean Karlan to present economics lecture on the fight against poverty
- BRI Research Fellows Lecture by Guodong Liang Sept. 19
- K-State meat sale Friday
- Pollution Prevention Institute Intern Program participants to present industry-based environmental research
- Celebrate Constitution Day with the Kansas Court of Appeals
Human resources and benefits
Kudos, publications and presentations
University life
- College of Arts and Sciences approves U.S. Multicultural Overlay
- Academic Achievement Center's new webpage design hopes to improve user experience
September 14, 2017
Students gather around Anderson Hall in 1900. Courtesy of Morse Department of Special Collections.
Updates from leadership
News and research
- Maggie Borders joins McNair Scholars Program as program specialist
- K-State United Way campaign open for donations
Events
- Lunchtime forum today to kick off centralized food pantry
- Plan for Food Truck Friday: Smokin' Wille's BBQ and Tasty Traveler
- College of Business Administration hosts talk by Patrick Combs today
- Jurich Lecture on Social Justice to be Sept. 15 in Wildcat Chamber
- First fall Lou Douglas lecture to address ending rape on college campuses
- K-State UAS instructor to discuss practical applications of unmanned aircraft
Human resources and benefits
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Checkmate: Researchers find mechanism that could improve therapies for cancer and infectious diseases
- Watkins named a James Beard Foundation National Scholar
- Mudrack's research on utilitarianism accepted for publication in the Journal of Business Ethics
- K-Stater will host new television show featuring western performers
Technology
Volunteer opportunities
September 13, 2017
Kent Bloomer created the ivy relief as part of Hale Library's 1996 southeast cornerstone.
News and research
- First KC Scholars scholarship recipients enroll at Kansas State University
- Reaching out: Kansas State University agricultural economist volunteers with Farmer-to-Farmer program
- K-State Alerts test emergency notification system
Events
- Bakery Science Club sale today
- K-State agronomist to discuss mechanism for increase in methane emissions from Alaskan thermokarst
- Math Circle Seminar to host four workshops in advanced math for middle and high school students
- Professional development workshop today: CV Building and Career Planning for graduate students
- Attend the 2017 All-University Career Fair next week
- Training dates now available for Advising in KSIS
- Reimagining Extension: A lecture by Scott Peters
- Mohammad Shahidehpour to present Electrical and Computer Engineering Distinguished Lecture Sept. 14
- Phi Kappa Phi hosts Princeton Review GMAT and GRE courses
Human resources and benefits
- Recognizing and Reporting Discrimination, University Response and Resources Training to be offered Sept. 28
- KPERS offering pre-retirement webinars
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Industrial engineering senior presents research at state environmental conference
- Students selected for New York adventure
- Greeks striving for green in 2017
Technology
Newsletters, magazines and blogs
September 12, 2017
Droplets form on vinca flowers in the Kansas State University Gardens.
Updates from leadership
News and research
- Veterinary Health Center at Kansas State University warns surge in raccoons with distemper poses risk to dogs
- NSF grant helps mathematics professor expand math circles project to more Native Americans
- American Royal, K-State Olathe concludes high 'steaks' contest for US beef producers
- Freshman Academic Progress Reports due Oct. 2
- College of Human Ecology welcomes new staff
- College of Business Administration launches Jump Start program for new transfer students
Shared governance
Events
- Demonstrations for new university copiers start today
- Grad students and faculty: September-October ETDR walk-in seminars
- K-State public relations specialist to share tips for better communicating science
- Amazing Race Manhattan this Saturday
- Learn about inflammation at first Sigma Xi Science Café of the semester
- Geography colloquium Sept. 15 examines recent grassland dynamics in the Flint Hills
- Global Campus to host 'Have a Byte' event
- Sign up for a Manhattan Public Library Card at Hale Library today
- KSDB radio drama auditions
- Tim de Noble to kick off speaker series Sept. 14
- Enhance your teaching: Apply for the Peer Review of Teaching Program
- Introducing the doctorate in leadership communication: A 2017 Leading Change Institute
Human resources and benefits
Kudos, publications and presentations
Technology
University life
September 11, 2017
The Kansas State University seal is displayed at Wefald Hall.
News and research
- Celebrate 75 years of technology transfer at the Kansas State University Research Foundation
- Career Closet in need of professional attire
Events
- Retirement reception for Sue Maes on Sept. 25
- Kenneth Schultz to present Provost Distinguished Lecture on party polarization and U.S. foreign policy
- Reminder: Chinese culinary workshop today
- K-State social media admins roundtable Thursday
- Summer programs proposal Q-and-A Tuesday
- Bryan Schurle to present as part of Last Lecture series
- What K-REx can do for You: How to Share Your Work Online
- K-State Libraries workshop tomorrow: Research tips and tricks for students, from students
- Recess for Recovery: Empowering K-State students struggling with body image and disordered eating
- Graduate Workshop Series: 'Starting Your Literature Review'
- Apply by Sept. 22 for SPARK Tank and compete to win a $1,000 research grant
- Free outdoor film series to show 'Don't Tell Anyone'
Human resources and benefits
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Kansas State University's Global Campus tops in Kansas for online education, ranks highly nationally
- New veterinary clinical education coordinator publishes textbook on small animal examinations
University life
September 8, 2017
Focused in Friday: Holen Courtyard, at the northwest entrance to Bluemont Hall, provides an outdoor space for students to study or relax.
Updates from leadership
News and research
- K-State and PepsiCo team up on affordable nutrition
- Research experience: Students work with K-State faculty in summer fellowship program
Events
- Lunchtime forum to kick off centralized food pantry operations
- K-State meat sale today
- Don't miss the K-State Law Fair today
- Graduate Student Council announces Professional Development Fall Workshop Series
Human resources and benefits
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Education Abroad thanks faculty, staff for internationalizing K-State classrooms
- Park management and conservation professor wins award for work in wildlife conservation
Campus construction and maintenance
September 7, 2017
Asclepias curassavica flowers, commonly known as tropical milkweed, at The Gardens.
Updates from leadership
Events
- Parsons Dance brings artistry, energy, strength to McCain on Sept. 14; special autism-friendly performance offered
- Women of Distinction Recognition Ceremony today
- K-State, KU sponsor 15th annual Prairie Analysis Seminar
- National Groundwater Association Darcy Lecture by Kamini Singha
- K-State Alumni Association's Alumni Center 15th Anniversary Showcase open to public, will have prize drawings
- International Coffee Hour sessions for fall 2017
- K-State Day with Phillips 66 events on campus today
- New speaker series: What Matters to Me and Why?
- Walter Hood to give inaugural Ekdahl Distinguished Lecture in Regnier Forum at Regnier Hall
- InterVarsity Christian Fellowship and Native InterVarsity to host fry bread meal Sept. 9
- Amateur radio licensing test session
Human resources and benefits
Kudos, publications and presentations
- World Veterinary Association recognizes Kansas State University's Hans Coetzee for animal welfare work
- Jordan wins first Hulsing Mentoring Award for College of Human Ecology
- Stefan Bossmann and Hongwang Wang publish book on magnetic nanomaterials
- Saxophone professor performs and teaches in Uruguay
Technology
University life
- IMHOTEP Black Male Initiative meetings for fall 2017/spring 2018
- Johnson Cancer Research Center fall award applications due Oct. 1
- Nominations open for 2018 K-State Student Ambassadors
September 6, 2017
A view of Higinbotham Gate at night. The gate frames the campus entrance at the corner of Anderson and Manhattan avenues.
Updates from leadership
News and research
- Gary Pratt named chief information officer for Kansas State University
- Konza Prairie receives NSF funding to upgrade bison grazing experiment
- Notice of Nondiscrimination has been revised
- K-State Alumni Association unveils stained glass mural paying tribute to icons of Kansas State University
- Apply now for sponsorship funds from the Dow Center for Multicultural and Community Studies
Events
- Candidate open forums for interim dean of College of Veterinary Medicine
- Kansas State University unveils the Harold and Olympia Lonsinger Sustainability Research Farm
- Bakery Science Club sale today
- Confucius Institute to host Chinese culinary workshops for hands-on practice and food safety improvement
- The 2017-18 Hale Concert Series salutes K-State music faculty and an alumna
- Human Ecology Education Abroad Fair
- Copyright Workshop Series: Exemptions in U.S. Copyright Law for Education
Human resources and benefits
Kudos, publications and presentations
- KCARE director to lead national institute
- Hopper, Delta Sigma Phi at K-State receive national awards
- Engineering professor recognized with leadership award
- Greeks striving for green
Technology
Newsletters, magazines and blogs
September 5, 2017
Sunflowers bloom near Bill Snyder Family Stadium.
News and research
- Cargill invests in program to accelerate inclusive leadership development at Kansas State University
- Applied family science graduate program now available in the College of Human Ecology
Events
- Global Food Systems talk set for Sept. 11 at Kansas State University
- A.Q. Miller School to host annual Kedziepalooza today
- Exhibition of photography by Katharina Bosse begins today
- K-State Libraries presents a workshop series for undergrads, Your Library: Beyond the Books
- Gilman Scholarship for Education Abroad information session
- Geography Colloquium Sept. 8 examines use of nutrient cycling in assessing global change
- How to Apply to the Open/Alternative Textbook Initiative
- Movies on the Grass film series starts Sept. 10
- K-State Libraries announce schedule for fall graduate workshop series
- Celebrate K-State Innovation and Economic Prosperity University designation Oct. 23
- Safe Zone trainings for fall 2017
- New faculty luncheon on Sept. 13 to feature President Myers
- Alpha Phi Omega #TacosForTexas fundraiser today
- Thirsty Thursdays are back
- Vendor applications open for K-State Farmers Market
Human resources and benefits
- Stop the Bleed training offered on campus Sept. 19 and 25
- Traditional Relay Service training offered Sept. 15
- Take the Fruits and Veggies Challenge through HealthQuest
Kudos, publications and presentations
- NSF grant funds university study of professional development tool for physicists
- New APDesign faculty member a champion at product design
- Swanson publishes book about corporate responsibility leadership
- Physics graduate student invited as featured speaker at Department of Defense meeting
- Gerontology Club grants wish
September 1, 2017
Focused in Friday: The walnut sculpture "Achievement" by Chester E. Peters is an individual with uplifted arms signaling victory. The sculpture is at the Peters Rec Complex.
Updates from leadership
- Pat Bosco writes about local hurricane relief projects
- Letter from the vice provost for undergraduate studies
News and research
- K-State Athletics organizing relief effort for Texas Gulf Coast residents
- Student absence notification changes
Events
- Highly rated NPR comedian performing at Kansas State University
- Alpha Phi Omega hosting #TacoForTexas fundraiser Sept. 5
- Leadership Lens: Submit a photo to be displayed in the Leadership Studies Building
- K-State meat sale today
- Join the Vietnamese Student Association for a meeting today
- University Life Café to host photo booth at Purple Power Play in the Park
Human resources and benefits
Kudos, publications and presentations
- College of Engineering adds 10 to list of Keystone Research Faculty Scholars
- Kansas Corporation Commission renews agreement with Engineering Extension
- Burrack serving on national Knowledge Development Task Force
- Civil engineering professor engaged in intercontinental education and research efforts