November 30, 2017
Constructed in 1927 and named in 1955, Farrell Library was the first building on the Manhattan campus only used as a library. Courtesy of Morse Department of Special Collections.
Updates from leadership
Events
- Fall commencement: More than 1,500 earning degrees from Kansas State University; ceremonies Dec. 8 and 9
- Mediasite unavailable during Jan. 8 upgrade
- Mathematics department to host national math competition for third year
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Kansas State Polytechnic Flight Team selects new captain
- Students selected to serve as commencement speakers, vocalists and musicians
- Sociology graduate students and faculty present at American Society of Criminology's annual meeting
- College of Business academic advisors contribute to NACADA's Academic Advising Core Competencies Guide
- Six graduate students named American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy fellows
Technology
University life
November 29, 2017
Leaf impressions on a sidewalk at the Kansas State University Gardens.
News and research
- Research creates way to protect pigs from PRRS during reproduction
- Office of Institutional Equity launches new website
- Pet food program receives investment from Tuffy's Pet Foods
- Konza United Way dollars assist individuals with preparation of basic income tax returns
Events
- Football Coach Bill Snyder invites faculty, staff to annual awards ceremony
- Bakery Science Club sale today
- Eat at Panda Express today to support graduate students
- Paraguayan Social today at the K-State Student Union
- ADVANCE Distinguished Lecture Series presents Seth Cohen
- Psychological sciences to host Graduate Research Convocation at 6:30 p.m. today
- Vote for the best picture book of 2017 at the 10th annual Mock Caldecott
- Center for Student Involvement to host K-State 360 Deep Dive for faculty and staff
- Burrack to present Distinguished Graduate Faculty Lecture Dec. 7
- KSDB open house and vinylthon today
- K-State Faculty Brass Quintet to premiere composition by Reena Esmail
Human resources and benefits
Technology
University life
- Facilities storeroom closed for inventory Nov. 30 through Dec. 4
- Convenient on-campus exercise with the LIFE Program
Volunteer opportunities
November 28, 2017
The sun sets behind Kansas State University's rooftops.
News and research
Events
- The 'Peanuts' crew comes to McCain with the classic 'A Charlie Brown Christmas' Dec. 6
- Opportunity for STEM faculty to participate in 2018 summer research program
- Mathematics Colloquium lecture Nov. 28
- Indian-American composer Reena Esmail lectures at Hale Library
- Geography faculty candidate to discuss sustainability in the era of big data
- Workshop Dec. 1: Teaching Tools to Improve Student Learning and Teacher Evaluations
- Kat Chats presents 'Surviving Finals!'
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Ten Kansas State University graduate students earn honors at Research and the State
- Broyles-González participates in Latino/a Arts and Culture Kansas City summit
- McNair Scholars Program selects new cohort of students for 2017-2018
- Family studies and human services receives four awards at national conference
- Greeks support Recycling Program at Kansas State University
Newsletters, magazines and blogs
University life
- Center for Child Development 2017 Giving Tree Project
- Donations from K-Staters help area youth participate in service-learning projects, attend workshops
Volunteer opportunities
November 27, 2017
A stairwell in K-State's Engineering Hall.
Updates from leadership
News and research
Shared governance
Events
- Grow your mind . . . and eat pizza
- Damon Wayans Jr. comedy show canceled
- K-State Dance presents WinterDance 2017
- Friends of the Kansas State University Gardens' poinsettia and amaryllis sale Nov. 29
- Distinguished classicist to speak Nov. 30
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Horticulture faculty wins USDA National Teaching Award
- Communication studies faculty present at National Communication Association's annual convention, garner top paper recognitions
University life
November 22, 2017
Bread dough rests before baking in Kansas State University's grain science and industry kitchen.
News and research
- Kansas State University research drives wheat straw forward as ethanol fuel source
- Beneficiaries thankful for services provided by Konza United Way organization
Events
- CFTC and Kansas State University announce 2018 Agricultural Commodity Futures Conference
- No Bakery Science Club sale today
November 21, 2017
American robins perch in a tree near Anderson Hall.
News and research
- New matching gift scholarship program helps current and future students
- K-State United Way donations help local families
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Peter Dorhout new fellow of world's largest scientific society
- K-State and Manhattan communities participate in Reads to Preschoolers initiative
Technology
November 20, 2017
A tree glistens in the sunlight near the English/Counseling Services Building.
Updates from leadership
News and research
Events
- Landon Lecture by Joint Chiefs of Staff Chairman Gen. Joseph F. Dunford Jr. on Nov. 27 canceled
- Save the date: Chief diversity and inclusion officer candidate open forums
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Rising stars: Four K-State Theatre performers earn regional honors
- Family studies and human services, English GTAs selected for university's Graduate Student Teaching Excellence awards
- K-State military affairs director joins Diavolo Institute's Veterans Project
November 17, 2017
Focused in Friday: A turkey statue in the Kansas State University Gardens.
From the president
Updates from leadership
News and research
- Veterinarian says the same food safety rules that apply to humans also apply to pets
- Kansas State Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory hires pathology, parasitology specialists to enhance services and expertise
- Konza United Way: Did you know?
Events
- Tickets on sale now for Friends of McCain Holiday Home Tour Dec. 3
- Black Faculty Staff Alliance's next step after KSUnite
- Call for submissions: Undergraduate Research Day at the Capitol
- Sign up open for Health Professions Mock Interviews
- Reminder: 'EAB @ K-State' workshop Nov. 20
- Sergeant Audie Murphy Club presentation
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Cosgrove receives ADVANCE Postdoctoral Researcher Travel Fund
- Pentz elected to National Dance Educators advisory board of directors for three-year term
- ADVANCE Distinguished Lecture Series fall 2017 award recipients
Campus construction and maintenance
Newsletters, magazines and blogs
University life
- Return Green Apple Bikes before fall break
- Union fall break hours
- Morse Department of Special Collections fall break hours
- Beach Museum of Art holiday schedule
November 16, 2017
Regnier Hall's 114,000 square feet include consolidated fabrication capabilities, integrated design labs, collaborative spaces and a 300-seat auditorium for the College of Architecture, Planning & Design.
Updates from leadership
From the Kansas Board of Regents
News and research
- More than halfway to goal, K-State United Way has raised $57,418
- K-State Today, K-State Today Student Edition fall break schedule; deadlines for faculty/staff, student versions
Shared governance
Events
- Multiple Grammy-nominee Martina McBride at McCain Dec. 2 with holiday show
- Cats' Cupboard Thanksgiving hours and community meals
- Mathematics Colloquium lecture Nov. 16
- Workshop Nov. 28: Teaching Tools to Improve Student Learning and Teacher Evaluations
- Last chance for fall 2017 Master Extract Reporting in KSIS session
- Join New Student Services for K-State Family Night Dec. 11
- Free food, prizes and T-shirts at the K-State Alumni Association's 2017 Grad Breakfast
Kudos, publications and presentations
- K-State Entrepreneurship Day showcases student and community entrepreneurial talent
- Vardiman selected as one of National Athletic Trainers' Association's sponsored speakers for Madrid conference
- K-State hosts Research and Development Showcase
University life
November 15, 2017
Students, faculty, staff and community members gather Nov. 14 on the Anderson Hall lawn for KSUnite.
Updates from leadership
- Office of the Provost and CECD announce the engagement benchmarking tool
- Reminder: Manhattan legislators discuss 2018 legislative session at Government Relations Brown Bag
News and research
- Kansas State University meat scientists verify benefits of Omega 3 feeding regimen
- KSDB now an NBC News Radio affiliate
Events
- Celebrate with the Office of International Programs at the 2017 International Education of the Year Awards Ceremony
- Bakery Science Club sale today
- Eat at Fuzzy's Taco Shop today to support Pre-Health Ambassadors Club
- How to apply to the Open/Alternative Textbook Initiative
- Study Abroad on a Budget workshop Nov. 17
- Copyright Workshop Series: Copyright and the Public Domain
- Volunteer at the Purple Pride Pantry Party
- LGBT Resource Center and Positive Connections offer free HIV testing
- Free Saturday Intro to CrossFit class
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Maseberg-Tomlinson presents marketing and recruitment strategies for NAASS annual conference
- Philosophy professor to present in New Orleans
Technology
University life
November 14, 2017
The K-State Unity Walk and KSUnite event will be 1-3 p.m. today.
Updates from leadership
News and research
- Adrian Rodriguez named to new Kansas State University diversity position
- Political science researchers receive $1.2 million grant to study effects of U.S. military's overseas presence
- Hospitality management department names Ottenbacher new department head
- Pharmacology and toxicology scientist gives presentations in China on drug residues in food animals and computational modeling
Events
- KSUnite and Unity Walk today
- Reminder: Campus perimeter traffic flow, crosswalk study open house
- New Faculty Institute luncheon on Nov. 29
- Peace Corps: Education and Environment in Madagascar
- Kat Chats: 'Connecting the Dots: Recognizing Depression'
- Support Boys and Girls Club at Pizza Hut today
- Leonardo Art Science Evening Rendezvous Nov. 16
- 'Rancher, Farmer, Fisherman' documentary viewing and panel discussion Nov. 16
- K-State Police Department hosting Toys for Tots toy drive
- Panel discussion to include speakers from The New York Times and Politico
Human resources and benefits
- Stop the Bleed Training offered Dec. 1
- Date change: Asbestos Awareness for Building Occupants training session offered Nov. 17
Health and safety
Kudos, publications and presentations
- K-State 360 presents at regional and national conferences
- Grice and Hudgins collaborate on diversity and inclusion presentations
- Greeks support K-State recycling program
University life
Volunteer opportunities
November 13, 2017
Fall at Kansas State University.
Updates from leadership
News and research
- Kansas State University wins national Innovation Award from the Association for Public and Land-grant Universities
- Consultants visiting K-State Polytechnic Tuesday to further Global Aeronautics Initiative
Shared governance
Events
- Additional events part of KSUnite
- 'Global Conversation with Kansas State University's First Lady Mary Jo Myers' Nov. 14
- 'Hidden Figures' film screening on Nov. 14
- 'EAB @ K-State' workshop to address hot topics in higher education Nov. 20
- Poize Hip-Hop Dance Team to present 1990s-2000s Dance Showcase
- Creator of Flamin' Hot Cheetos shares 'rags to riches' story
- Graduate Workshop Series: Discover Primary Sources at K-State Libraries
- KSDB-FM to broadcast K-State Family Unity Walk and KSUnite
- Friends of the Kansas State Gardens to host annual poinsettia and amaryllis sale Nov. 17
- Carrie Henderson to present next How I Landed My Job lecture today
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Marianna Kistler Beach Museum of Art meets national museum standards for excellence
- Geology department awards $128,000 in scholarships
Campus construction and maintenance
Newsletters, magazines and blogs
November 10, 2017
Focused in Friday: The official K-State tartan on a chair in Forum Hall at the K-State Student Union.
Updates from leadership
News and research
Shared governance
Events
- KSUnite Nov. 14 additional information
- Help the K-State Book Network select the common reading book for 2018
- K-State meat sale Friday
- LIFE Program offering Functional Fitness and Mobility class
- Anthropology Club book sale today
- Alpha Phi Omega is raising awareness for suicide prevention on campus
- Tell your career story with K-State acting troupe
Kudos, publications and presentations
- K-State mock trial teams finish strong at first invitational tournament of the season
- Saxophone professor performs and teaches on West Coast
Technology
Campus construction and maintenance
November 9, 2017
Military inspection with honorary officers on the Kansas State Agricultural College campus. Courtesy of Morse Department of Special Collections.
Updates from leadership
News and research
- Going green: Kansas State Polytechnic adds renewable energy to campus
- Documentary about area buffalo soldier now available on College of Education's YouTube channel for educational use
- Three K-State programs receive support from alumni Steve and Cathy Lacy
- Darting to lead the K-State Alumni Association's membership and marketing programs
- Gibbon surgery at Kansas State University to appear on national TV
- Dates for fall 2017 online Tevals
Events
- Graduate students to present work at Research and the State poster session today
- Leadership Studies Expo today
- Mathematics Colloquium lecture Nov. 9
- Last chance for drone training in 2017
- Several events part of Native American Heritage Month celebration today
- Office of International Programs, College of Human Ecology partner to present two International Education Week events
- Division of Biology presents Jonathan Wilson Yewdell
- Safe Zone to present 'Promoting Accessibility on Campus' today
- ADVANCE Distinguished Lecture Series presents Ella Atkins
Health and safety
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Global honor: President Myers to be recognized for international statesmanship
- Mohammadi named 2018 CMS LPC Distinguished Researcher
- Two Kansas State University students named finalists for prestigious national scholarships
- Kansas State University Saxophone Quartet awarded first place
- Magwaro and Maldonado Franzen present at state human resources conference
- College of Veterinary Medicine presents annual teaching awards
November 8, 2017
A fence near the north fountain at the Kansas State University Gardens.
News and research
- From the KSU Foundation: Making an impact through scholarships
- College of Veterinary Medicine brings in employers from several states for job fair
Events
- K-State Family hosting Unity Walk and KSUnite
- Artist talk by Sayaka Ganz
- Geography Colloquium Nov. 10 examines drought vulnerability among agriculturalists in the American West
- Native American Heritage Month celebration
- No Bakery Science Club sale today
- Sprint youth marketing expert and Kansas State University alumnus Javier Quinonez to speak as part of Sports Marketing Speaker Series
- KSDB to host Center for Student Involvement roundtable
- Grad students and advisers: ETDR walk-in help during Nov. 17 deadline week
- Open house to gather input for campus perimeter traffic flow and crosswalk study
- Meet Kansas artist Kim Casebeer at College of Education's art education open house
- Place your Thanksgiving meat order today from the K-State Meat Lab
- Co-owner of internationally acclaimed Belgium landscape architecture firm to visit K-State
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Graduate student awarded top prize at American Institute of Chemical Engineers annual meeting
- Millán presents at two Chicana studies conferences
- Human Capital Services team presents at state conference
Technology
University life
November 7, 2017
The sun shines through trees in the Quad.
News and research
- Response to Riley County Police Department announcement on alleged hate crime
- Couple and family therapy program introduces new K-State Family Center staff
Events
- Veterans Day Breakfast hosted by hospitality management student groups Nov. 10
- Friends of Four Paws Club fundraiser at Fuzzy's Taco Shop
- Oklahoma City Thunder executive and K-State alumni Travis Herman, along with colleagues Ashley Barnett and Tanna Zach, to speak at K-State
- Editors Forum and Brown Bag Discussion
- InterVarsity Christian Fellowship to host two-part event on origins of the Bible
- Kat Chats: 'Living in the Present Moment'
- Explore Japan: Education abroad opportunity in summer 2018
- Distinguished British violinist Madeleine Mitchell presents two events this week
Human resources and benefits
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Kansas State University students make top-15 cut in national swine-research poster competition
- Trish Gott to be honored as 2017 International Educator of the Year
University life
November 6, 2017
A walking path on Kansas State University's Manhattan campus.
News and research
- Housing contracts for next fall proving popular
- Mercer receiving 2017 Outstanding Support for International Initiatives Award
- College of Veterinary Medicine hires renowned veterinary clinical toxicologist Steve Ensley
Events
- Science Communication Week arrives to celebrate big ideas and discoveries
- Two days left to buy tickets for the International Food Festival 2017
- Anthropology Club hosting book sale Oct. 6-10
- K-State celebrates National First-Generation College Student Day on Wednesday, Nov. 8
- Young Democrats and College Republicans to debate Nov. 6
- International Coffee Hour
- Lecture tomorrow by visiting ceramics artist Jstn Clmn
- K-State Global Campus dean open forum today with Karen Pedersen
- Graduate Workshop Series: Starting Your Literature Review
- 'Family Memory after the Holocaust' presentation Nov. 8
- Kups for Kids today in the Union courtyard
Human resources and benefits
Health and safety
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Phillips 66 Business Ethics Case Competition awards more than $4,000 to K-State students
- Housing and dining services systems coordinator to be recognized at regional conference
- K-State faculty, Flint Hills Wellness Coalition awarded Leadership Transformation Grant
- APDesign professor Condia selected as Regnier distinguished faculty chair
Newsletters, magazines and blogs
Volunteer opportunities
November 3, 2017
Focused in Friday: The unique rooftop of Hale Library.
Updates from leadership
News and research
- Nearly $400,000 in grants helps Kansas State University swine disease researcher take on deadly swine virus
- Live United: Learn how your donation makes a difference
Events
- Sanskriti 2017 is Saturday, Nov. 4
- K-State meat sale Friday: Don't forget to place your holiday order
- Jerry Jay Cranford featured speaker for What Matters to Me and Why series
- Open forum canceled: K-State Global Campus dean position
- November Mobile Food Distribution today at noon
- Free Argentine tango workshop offered Nov. 11
- Information session Nov. 8 for summer 2018 education abroad opportunity in China
Human resources and benefits
Health and safety
Kudos, publications and presentations
- LiveSafe grand prizewinner and third weekly winner presented prizes
- City of Manhattan, Usha Reddi honored with 2017 Innovative Educator of the Year Award
Technology
Campus construction and maintenance
November 2, 2017
Dew forms on leaves in the Kansas State University Gardens.
From the president
Updates from leadership
News and research
- Kansas State University Polytechnic Campus welcomes new executive director of enrollment management and marketing
- Chinese officials discuss academic collaborations with K-State Olathe
Events
- K-State Global Campus dean open forum today with Duane Dunn
- New location for public lecture by Christopher Newfield
- 'One-Man Star Wars Trilogy' brings the film classics to McCain at the Wareham — with a solo twist
- Demystifying Author Research Impact workshop Nov. 3
- Mathematics Colloquium Lecture Nov. 2
- Division of Biology welcomes seminar speaker Melody Bernot Nov. 3
- Beach Museum hosting Dia de los Muertos/Day of the Dead celebration today
- Writer Melissa Chadburn to read from her work on Friday
- Safe Zone to present Veterans on Campus Kognito training tomorrow
- APDesign to present Regnier Distinguished Visiting Chair Lecture
- Workshop: Teaching Tools to Improve Student Learning and Teacher Evaluations
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Morgan to present keynote address at state museum conference
- K-State teams place at regional competition
- Geography faculty, students present, receive honors at regional meeting
- Casebeer receives regional teaching award
Campus construction and maintenance
University life
November 1, 2017
The Chemistry/Biochemistry Building, on K-State's Manhattan campus, was built in 1988.
From the president
News and research
Events
- Be the one who makes a difference: Give today to the United Way
- Mark your calendars: Office of International Programs presents 2017 International Education Week
- Bakery Science Club sale today
- Women of K-State to host Traci Scott
- Internationally acclaimed jazz percussionist to present clinics