Wednesday, November 20, 2024
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From the president
President Linton Next-Gen K-State monthly update
President Linton outlines the university's commitment to academic innovation and its efforts to adapt education to the evolving needs of students and the workforce.
Read full announcement | Submitted by Richard Linton | November 20, 2024
News and research
Kansas has potential to be more than green. It could be greenhouse gas negative, report says
A recently published national report with K-State professor Chuck Rice as a lead author outlines opportunities for greenhouse gas negative agriculture.
Read full announcement | Submitted by Pat Melgares | November 20, 2024
College of Veterinary Medicine receives Outstanding Support for International Initiatives Award
The Office of International Programs recognizes the College of Veterinary Medicine with the 2024 Outstanding Support for International Initiatives Award as part of International Education Week at K-State.
Read full announcement | Submitted by Grant Chapman | November 20, 2024
Iconic country music artists to perform holiday show at McCain Auditorium
Kansas State University's McCain Performance Series presents the Gatlin Brothers' "Country & Christmas" tour at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 6.
Read full announcement | Submitted by Division of Communications and Marketing | November 20, 2024
University life
The Scoop on K-State releases next episode featuring Frank Tracz
Frank Tracz, professor of music and director of bands, joins Adam Walker to discuss the traditions of the K-State Marching Band and other aspects of Wildcat pride.
Read full announcement | Submitted by Tim Schrag | November 20, 2024
Health-Promoting University: Your voice in our community’s well-being
Help shape the future of the Health-Promoting University initiative by completing a Qualtrics survey, attending an upcoming engagement session or joining one of several subcommittees.
Read full announcement | Submitted by Lindsey Barragar | November 20, 2024
Join the Agricultural Leadership Program
The Agricultural Leadership Program equips students with knowledge of the College of Agriculture and provides advocacy and leadership training. It is open to all K-State students. Registration is open.
Read full announcement | Submitted by Kate Colgan | November 20, 2024
Applications open for fall 2025/spring 2026 DASSA peer mentors
Are you ready to make a difference and be a campus leader? The DASSA Peer Mentor program is on the lookout for dynamic students to become peer mentors. This is your chance to make a real impact by helping first-year students connect and belong at K-State.
Read full announcement | Submitted by Zanete Malan | November 20, 2024
KAWSE accepting applications for ADVANCE Postdoctoral Researcher Travel Fund Award
The K-State Office for the Advancement of Women in Science and Engineering, or KAWSE, is accepting applications for ADVANCE Postdoctoral Researchers Travel Fund Award.
Read full announcement | Submitted by Keyla Harrison | November 20, 2024
Kudos, publications and presentations
Voice students place at regional auditions
Voice students from the School of Music, Theatre, and Dance took part in the West Central Regional Auditions sponsored by the National Association of Teachers of Singing.
Read full announcement | Submitted by the School of Music, Theatre, and Dance | November 20, 2024
College of Architecture, Planning & Design honors alumni
K-State's College of Architecture, Planning & Design has recognized five distinguished alumni with the 2024 10-Year APDesign Alumni Honoree designation.
Read full announcement | Submitted by Thom Jackson | November 20, 2024
Technology
Thanksgiving break schedule for the IT Service Desk
The IT Service Desk will have reduced hours during Thanksgiving break.
Read full announcement | Submitted by Division of Information Technology | November 20, 2024
Volunteer opportunities
Student survey participants needed
Students are invited to participate in a research study about K-State’s outdoor spaces, what they do well and how they can be improved.
Read full announcement | Submitted by Sophia Burnett | November 20, 2024