K-State has a long history and reputation of being a proactive university.
This tradition, spirit of cooperation and positive approach will serve us well as we work together to resolve our budget challenges.
Budget Initiative
K-State should shape its future proactively. A reduced-budget environment is an opportunity for us to rethink the way our university does its work and how we can perform most efficiently.
November 13, 2009--The budget reduction and revenue generation suggestions have been synthesized to reduce duplication and are listed below. The lists will be used in the cost-benefit analysis phase of the budget initiative process.
Revenue Generation Synthesize List (PDF)
Budget Reduction Synthesize List (PDF)
November 9, 2009--The budget suggestions submitted from the survey have been compiled and distributed to Faculty Senate leadership, FSCOUP Chair, Student Body President, Classified Senate President, Dean's Council, President's Cabinet, Provost, and Administration and Finance Office. Each of these groups have categorized each of the suggestions into three groups: short term, long term and do not consider at this time. The following four files are a result of the categorization with none of the suggestions including "do not consider at this time".
Budget Reduction Short Term List (PDF)
Revenue Generation Short Term List (PDF)
Other Suggestions Short Term List (PDF)
Budget Reduction, Revenue Generation and Other Suggestions Long Term List (PDF)
Attachment for Suggestion #107 in the Budget Reduction Short Term List (PDF)
Budget Initiative Processes and Timelines
Processes and Timeline for Evaluating Budget Ideas (PDF)
This document outlines the processes and dates that have been identified to complete our goal of budget reduction or revenue generation of $15 million.
Budget Reduction and Revenue Generation Criteria (PDF)
A list has been developed to assist in the evaluation process of the budget ideas.
OPEN FORUMS
Open forums have been scheduled to provide opportunities for the K-State community to share input regarding budget reduction ideas.
Manhattan campus 3:00-4:00 p.m., Friday, Nov. 13, at Forum Hall, K-State Student Union
Salina campus 3:30-4:30 p.m., Monday, Nov. 23, College Center Conference Room, College Center Building