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Wednesday, August 1, 2012

Exhibition: Quiet Symmetry: The Ceramic Art of Yoshiro Ikeda. April 17 - September 2, Beach Museum of Art. An internationally known artist in clay and a Distinguished Professor of Ceramics at Kansas State University, Yoshiro Ikeda has for nearly four decades produced sculptural vessels that reflect on an ultimate harmony in nature. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

Exhibition: Goodnight Moon: Selections from the Permanent Collection. June 5 through December 23, Beach Museum of Art. From starlit staircases and moon glow to glowing sparklers and carnival lights, this exhibition explores the many facets of night. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

Exhibition: Konza: Sculpture by John Powers. July 9, 2012 through May 31, 2013, Beach Museum of Art. Konza is a large kinetic sculpture inspired by the natural beauty and movement of the nearby Konza prairie, and is the newest addition to the Beach Museum of Art's permanent collection. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

iSIS Graduation Application closes for Summer candidates.

Thursday, August 2, 2012

Exhibit: Discover the Hyer Boot Company. Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., William T. Kemper Art Gallery, K-State Student Union. Credited as the first to invent the cowboy boot, Charles Hyer, along with his brother Edward, founded the Hyer Boot Company in 1880 after moving to Olathe, Kan., in 1872. The exhibit, created by the Kansas Historical Society, features many examples of Hyer products..

Exhibit: Cowboy Boots: The Kansas Story. August 2-23, William T. Kemper Art Gallery, K-State Student Union. Sponsored by the Union Program Council.

Exhibition: Quiet Symmetry: The Ceramic Art of Yoshiro Ikeda. April 17 - September 2, Beach Museum of Art. An internationally known artist in clay and a Distinguished Professor of Ceramics at Kansas State University, Yoshiro Ikeda has for nearly four decades produced sculptural vessels that reflect on an ultimate harmony in nature. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

Exhibition: Goodnight Moon: Selections from the Permanent Collection. June 5 through December 23, Beach Museum of Art. From starlit staircases and moon glow to glowing sparklers and carnival lights, this exhibition explores the many facets of night. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

Exhibition: Konza: Sculpture by John Powers. July 9, 2012 through May 31, 2013, Beach Museum of Art. Konza is a large kinetic sculpture inspired by the natural beauty and movement of the nearby Konza prairie, and is the newest addition to the Beach Museum of Art's permanent collection. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

Employee Orientation Program. 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. for classified staff and 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. for unclassified staff and faculty, 103 Edwards Hall. The program is designed to welcome and orient new faculty and staff members to K-State. See the enrollment requirements. Sponsored by the Division of Human Resources.

Friday, August 3, 2012

Exhibit: Discover the Hyer Boot Company. Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., William T. Kemper Art Gallery, K-State Student Union. Credited as the first to invent the cowboy boot, Charles Hyer, along with his brother Edward, founded the Hyer Boot Company in 1880 after moving to Olathe, Kan., in 1872. The exhibit, created by the Kansas Historical Society, features many examples of Hyer products..

Exhibit: Cowboy Boots: The Kansas Story. August 2-23, William T. Kemper Art Gallery, K-State Student Union. Sponsored by the Union Program Council.

Exhibition: Quiet Symmetry: The Ceramic Art of Yoshiro Ikeda. April 17 - September 2, Beach Museum of Art. An internationally known artist in clay and a Distinguished Professor of Ceramics at Kansas State University, Yoshiro Ikeda has for nearly four decades produced sculptural vessels that reflect on an ultimate harmony in nature. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

Exhibition: Goodnight Moon: Selections from the Permanent Collection. June 5 through December 23, Beach Museum of Art. From starlit staircases and moon glow to glowing sparklers and carnival lights, this exhibition explores the many facets of night. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

Exhibition: Konza: Sculpture by John Powers. July 9, 2012 through May 31, 2013, Beach Museum of Art. Konza is a large kinetic sculpture inspired by the natural beauty and movement of the nearby Konza prairie, and is the newest addition to the Beach Museum of Art's permanent collection. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

Saturday, August 4, 2012

Exhibit: Discover the Hyer Boot Company. Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., William T. Kemper Art Gallery, K-State Student Union. Credited as the first to invent the cowboy boot, Charles Hyer, along with his brother Edward, founded the Hyer Boot Company in 1880 after moving to Olathe, Kan., in 1872. The exhibit, created by the Kansas Historical Society, features many examples of Hyer products..

Exhibit: Cowboy Boots: The Kansas Story. August 2-23, William T. Kemper Art Gallery, K-State Student Union. Sponsored by the Union Program Council.

Exhibition: Quiet Symmetry: The Ceramic Art of Yoshiro Ikeda. April 17 - September 2, Beach Museum of Art. An internationally known artist in clay and a Distinguished Professor of Ceramics at Kansas State University, Yoshiro Ikeda has for nearly four decades produced sculptural vessels that reflect on an ultimate harmony in nature. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

Exhibition: Goodnight Moon: Selections from the Permanent Collection. June 5 through December 23, Beach Museum of Art. From starlit staircases and moon glow to glowing sparklers and carnival lights, this exhibition explores the many facets of night. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

Exhibition: Konza: Sculpture by John Powers. July 9, 2012 through May 31, 2013, Beach Museum of Art. Konza is a large kinetic sculpture inspired by the natural beauty and movement of the nearby Konza prairie, and is the newest addition to the Beach Museum of Art's permanent collection. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

Sunday, August 5, 2012

Exhibit: Discover the Hyer Boot Company. Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., William T. Kemper Art Gallery, K-State Student Union. Credited as the first to invent the cowboy boot, Charles Hyer, along with his brother Edward, founded the Hyer Boot Company in 1880 after moving to Olathe, Kan., in 1872. The exhibit, created by the Kansas Historical Society, features many examples of Hyer products..

Exhibit: Cowboy Boots: The Kansas Story. August 2-23, William T. Kemper Art Gallery, K-State Student Union. Sponsored by the Union Program Council.

Exhibition: Quiet Symmetry: The Ceramic Art of Yoshiro Ikeda. April 17 - September 2, Beach Museum of Art. An internationally known artist in clay and a Distinguished Professor of Ceramics at Kansas State University, Yoshiro Ikeda has for nearly four decades produced sculptural vessels that reflect on an ultimate harmony in nature. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

Exhibition: Goodnight Moon: Selections from the Permanent Collection. June 5 through December 23, Beach Museum of Art. From starlit staircases and moon glow to glowing sparklers and carnival lights, this exhibition explores the many facets of night. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

Exhibition: Konza: Sculpture by John Powers. July 9, 2012 through May 31, 2013, Beach Museum of Art. Konza is a large kinetic sculpture inspired by the natural beauty and movement of the nearby Konza prairie, and is the newest addition to the Beach Museum of Art's permanent collection. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

WEEK 12.

77th calendar day.

Monday, August 6, 2012

Exhibit: Discover the Hyer Boot Company. Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., William T. Kemper Art Gallery, K-State Student Union. Credited as the first to invent the cowboy boot, Charles Hyer, along with his brother Edward, founded the Hyer Boot Company in 1880 after moving to Olathe, Kan., in 1872. The exhibit, created by the Kansas Historical Society, features many examples of Hyer products..

Exhibit: Cowboy Boots: The Kansas Story. August 2-23, William T. Kemper Art Gallery, K-State Student Union. Sponsored by the Union Program Council.

Exhibition: Quiet Symmetry: The Ceramic Art of Yoshiro Ikeda. April 17 - September 2, Beach Museum of Art. An internationally known artist in clay and a Distinguished Professor of Ceramics at Kansas State University, Yoshiro Ikeda has for nearly four decades produced sculptural vessels that reflect on an ultimate harmony in nature. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

Exhibition: Goodnight Moon: Selections from the Permanent Collection. June 5 through December 23, Beach Museum of Art. From starlit staircases and moon glow to glowing sparklers and carnival lights, this exhibition explores the many facets of night. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

Exhibition: Konza: Sculpture by John Powers. July 9, 2012 through May 31, 2013, Beach Museum of Art. Konza is a large kinetic sculpture inspired by the natural beauty and movement of the nearby Konza prairie, and is the newest addition to the Beach Museum of Art's permanent collection. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

Tuesday, August 7, 2012

Tuesday Talk in the Gardens: Seasonal Seasonings with Malley Sisson. Noon to 12:45 p.m., KSU Gardens' Quinlan Visitor Center. Please RSVP by Monday, August 6.

A Wildcat Night: Celebrating K-State Personal Financial Planning. 5:30 p.m., K-State Alumni Center. A salute to the personal financial planning program in the School of Family Studies and Human Services the evening will announce several awards and include a keynote from Kevin R. Keller, chief executive officer of the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards Inc. in Washington, D.C. Registration closes July 31.

Exhibit: Discover the Hyer Boot Company. Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., William T. Kemper Art Gallery, K-State Student Union. Credited as the first to invent the cowboy boot, Charles Hyer, along with his brother Edward, founded the Hyer Boot Company in 1880 after moving to Olathe, Kan., in 1872. The exhibit, created by the Kansas Historical Society, features many examples of Hyer products..

Exhibit: Cowboy Boots: The Kansas Story. August 2-23, William T. Kemper Art Gallery, K-State Student Union. Sponsored by the Union Program Council.

Exhibition: Quiet Symmetry: The Ceramic Art of Yoshiro Ikeda. April 17 - September 2, Beach Museum of Art. An internationally known artist in clay and a Distinguished Professor of Ceramics at Kansas State University, Yoshiro Ikeda has for nearly four decades produced sculptural vessels that reflect on an ultimate harmony in nature. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

Exhibition: Goodnight Moon: Selections from the Permanent Collection. June 5 through December 23, Beach Museum of Art. From starlit staircases and moon glow to glowing sparklers and carnival lights, this exhibition explores the many facets of night. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

Exhibition: Konza: Sculpture by John Powers. July 9, 2012 through May 31, 2013, Beach Museum of Art. Konza is a large kinetic sculpture inspired by the natural beauty and movement of the nearby Konza prairie, and is the newest addition to the Beach Museum of Art's permanent collection. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

Wednesday, August 8, 2012

Exhibit: Discover the Hyer Boot Company. Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., William T. Kemper Art Gallery, K-State Student Union. Credited as the first to invent the cowboy boot, Charles Hyer, along with his brother Edward, founded the Hyer Boot Company in 1880 after moving to Olathe, Kan., in 1872. The exhibit, created by the Kansas Historical Society, features many examples of Hyer products..

Exhibit: Cowboy Boots: The Kansas Story. August 2-23, William T. Kemper Art Gallery, K-State Student Union. Sponsored by the Union Program Council.

Exhibition: Quiet Symmetry: The Ceramic Art of Yoshiro Ikeda. April 17 - September 2, Beach Museum of Art. An internationally known artist in clay and a Distinguished Professor of Ceramics at Kansas State University, Yoshiro Ikeda has for nearly four decades produced sculptural vessels that reflect on an ultimate harmony in nature. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

Exhibition: Goodnight Moon: Selections from the Permanent Collection. June 5 through December 23, Beach Museum of Art. From starlit staircases and moon glow to glowing sparklers and carnival lights, this exhibition explores the many facets of night. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

Exhibition: Konza: Sculpture by John Powers. July 9, 2012 through May 31, 2013, Beach Museum of Art. Konza is a large kinetic sculpture inspired by the natural beauty and movement of the nearby Konza prairie, and is the newest addition to the Beach Museum of Art's permanent collection. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

Thursday, August 9, 2012

Exhibit: Discover the Hyer Boot Company. Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., William T. Kemper Art Gallery, K-State Student Union. Credited as the first to invent the cowboy boot, Charles Hyer, along with his brother Edward, founded the Hyer Boot Company in 1880 after moving to Olathe, Kan., in 1872. The exhibit, created by the Kansas Historical Society, features many examples of Hyer products..

Exhibit: Cowboy Boots: The Kansas Story. August 2-23, William T. Kemper Art Gallery, K-State Student Union. Sponsored by the Union Program Council.

Division of Facilities Van Operator Training. 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., Room 213, K-State Student Union. National Safety Council training will be conducted for all operators and/or potential operators of motor pool vans operated by K-State faculty, staff, and students. This training is mandatory for all operators. Register.

Exhibition: Quiet Symmetry: The Ceramic Art of Yoshiro Ikeda. April 17 - September 2, Beach Museum of Art. An internationally known artist in clay and a Distinguished Professor of Ceramics at Kansas State University, Yoshiro Ikeda has for nearly four decades produced sculptural vessels that reflect on an ultimate harmony in nature. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

Exhibition: Goodnight Moon: Selections from the Permanent Collection. June 5 through December 23, Beach Museum of Art. From starlit staircases and moon glow to glowing sparklers and carnival lights, this exhibition explores the many facets of night. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

Exhibition: Konza: Sculpture by John Powers. July 9, 2012 through May 31, 2013, Beach Museum of Art. Konza is a large kinetic sculpture inspired by the natural beauty and movement of the nearby Konza prairie, and is the newest addition to the Beach Museum of Art's permanent collection. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

Friday, August 10, 2012

Exhibit: Discover the Hyer Boot Company. Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., William T. Kemper Art Gallery, K-State Student Union. Credited as the first to invent the cowboy boot, Charles Hyer, along with his brother Edward, founded the Hyer Boot Company in 1880 after moving to Olathe, Kan., in 1872. The exhibit, created by the Kansas Historical Society, features many examples of Hyer products..

Exhibit: Cowboy Boots: The Kansas Story. August 2-23, William T. Kemper Art Gallery, K-State Student Union. Sponsored by the Union Program Council.

Exhibition: Quiet Symmetry: The Ceramic Art of Yoshiro Ikeda. April 17 - September 2, Beach Museum of Art. An internationally known artist in clay and a Distinguished Professor of Ceramics at Kansas State University, Yoshiro Ikeda has for nearly four decades produced sculptural vessels that reflect on an ultimate harmony in nature. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

Exhibition: Goodnight Moon: Selections from the Permanent Collection. June 5 through December 23, Beach Museum of Art. From starlit staircases and moon glow to glowing sparklers and carnival lights, this exhibition explores the many facets of night. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

Exhibition: Konza: Sculpture by John Powers. July 9, 2012 through May 31, 2013, Beach Museum of Art. Konza is a large kinetic sculpture inspired by the natural beauty and movement of the nearby Konza prairie, and is the newest addition to the Beach Museum of Art's permanent collection. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

Summer 2012 Term ends.

Last day for transfer work to be recorded and incompletes removed for Summer 2012, August candidates.

Last day for graduate students to submit documents for August graduation.

Saturday, August 11, 2012

Exhibit: Discover the Hyer Boot Company. Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., William T. Kemper Art Gallery, K-State Student Union. Credited as the first to invent the cowboy boot, Charles Hyer, along with his brother Edward, founded the Hyer Boot Company in 1880 after moving to Olathe, Kan., in 1872. The exhibit, created by the Kansas Historical Society, features many examples of Hyer products..

Exhibit: Cowboy Boots: The Kansas Story. August 2-23, William T. Kemper Art Gallery, K-State Student Union. Sponsored by the Union Program Council.

Exhibition: Quiet Symmetry: The Ceramic Art of Yoshiro Ikeda. April 17 - September 2, Beach Museum of Art. An internationally known artist in clay and a Distinguished Professor of Ceramics at Kansas State University, Yoshiro Ikeda has for nearly four decades produced sculptural vessels that reflect on an ultimate harmony in nature. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

Exhibition: Goodnight Moon: Selections from the Permanent Collection. June 5 through December 23, Beach Museum of Art. From starlit staircases and moon glow to glowing sparklers and carnival lights, this exhibition explores the many facets of night. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

Exhibition: Konza: Sculpture by John Powers. July 9, 2012 through May 31, 2013, Beach Museum of Art. Konza is a large kinetic sculpture inspired by the natural beauty and movement of the nearby Konza prairie, and is the newest addition to the Beach Museum of Art's permanent collection. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

Sunday, August 12, 2012

Exhibit: Discover the Hyer Boot Company. Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., William T. Kemper Art Gallery, K-State Student Union. Credited as the first to invent the cowboy boot, Charles Hyer, along with his brother Edward, founded the Hyer Boot Company in 1880 after moving to Olathe, Kan., in 1872. The exhibit, created by the Kansas Historical Society, features many examples of Hyer products..

Exhibit: Cowboy Boots: The Kansas Story. August 2-23, William T. Kemper Art Gallery, K-State Student Union. Sponsored by the Union Program Council.

Exhibition: Quiet Symmetry: The Ceramic Art of Yoshiro Ikeda. April 17 - September 2, Beach Museum of Art. An internationally known artist in clay and a Distinguished Professor of Ceramics at Kansas State University, Yoshiro Ikeda has for nearly four decades produced sculptural vessels that reflect on an ultimate harmony in nature. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

Exhibition: Goodnight Moon: Selections from the Permanent Collection. June 5 through December 23, Beach Museum of Art. From starlit staircases and moon glow to glowing sparklers and carnival lights, this exhibition explores the many facets of night. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

Exhibition: Konza: Sculpture by John Powers. July 9, 2012 through May 31, 2013, Beach Museum of Art. Konza is a large kinetic sculpture inspired by the natural beauty and movement of the nearby Konza prairie, and is the newest addition to the Beach Museum of Art's permanent collection. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

WEEK A.

iSIS Graduation Application opens for all Fall candidates.

Monday, August 13, 2012

Exhibit: Discover the Hyer Boot Company. Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., William T. Kemper Art Gallery, K-State Student Union. Credited as the first to invent the cowboy boot, Charles Hyer, along with his brother Edward, founded the Hyer Boot Company in 1880 after moving to Olathe, Kan., in 1872. The exhibit, created by the Kansas Historical Society, features many examples of Hyer products..

Exhibit: Cowboy Boots: The Kansas Story. August 2-23, William T. Kemper Art Gallery, K-State Student Union. Sponsored by the Union Program Council.

International Student Orientation. 8 a.m., Forum Hall, K-State Student Union. Orientation runs August 13 and 14. See the schedule for details.

Exhibition: Quiet Symmetry: The Ceramic Art of Yoshiro Ikeda. April 17 - September 2, Beach Museum of Art. An internationally known artist in clay and a Distinguished Professor of Ceramics at Kansas State University, Yoshiro Ikeda has for nearly four decades produced sculptural vessels that reflect on an ultimate harmony in nature. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

Exhibition: Goodnight Moon: Selections from the Permanent Collection. June 5 through December 23, Beach Museum of Art. From starlit staircases and moon glow to glowing sparklers and carnival lights, this exhibition explores the many facets of night. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

Exhibition: Konza: Sculpture by John Powers. July 9, 2012 through May 31, 2013, Beach Museum of Art. Konza is a large kinetic sculpture inspired by the natural beauty and movement of the nearby Konza prairie, and is the newest addition to the Beach Museum of Art's permanent collection. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

Fall 2012 Term International Student Orientation.

Tuesday, August 14, 2012

Exhibit: Discover the Hyer Boot Company. Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., William T. Kemper Art Gallery, K-State Student Union. Credited as the first to invent the cowboy boot, Charles Hyer, along with his brother Edward, founded the Hyer Boot Company in 1880 after moving to Olathe, Kan., in 1872. The exhibit, created by the Kansas Historical Society, features many examples of Hyer products..

Exhibit: Cowboy Boots: The Kansas Story. August 2-23, William T. Kemper Art Gallery, K-State Student Union. Sponsored by the Union Program Council.

Transfer Student Orientation and Enrollment. 8 a.m., K-State Student Union.

Exhibition: Quiet Symmetry: The Ceramic Art of Yoshiro Ikeda. April 17 - September 2, Beach Museum of Art. An internationally known artist in clay and a Distinguished Professor of Ceramics at Kansas State University, Yoshiro Ikeda has for nearly four decades produced sculptural vessels that reflect on an ultimate harmony in nature. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

Exhibition: Goodnight Moon: Selections from the Permanent Collection. June 5 through December 23, Beach Museum of Art. From starlit staircases and moon glow to glowing sparklers and carnival lights, this exhibition explores the many facets of night. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

Exhibition: Konza: Sculpture by John Powers. July 9, 2012 through May 31, 2013, Beach Museum of Art. Konza is a large kinetic sculpture inspired by the natural beauty and movement of the nearby Konza prairie, and is the newest addition to the Beach Museum of Art's permanent collection. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

Fall 2012 Term International Student Orientation.

Orientation and Enrollment for new transfer students for Fall 2012 Term.

Wednesday, August 15, 2012

Exhibit: Discover the Hyer Boot Company. Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., William T. Kemper Art Gallery, K-State Student Union. Credited as the first to invent the cowboy boot, Charles Hyer, along with his brother Edward, founded the Hyer Boot Company in 1880 after moving to Olathe, Kan., in 1872. The exhibit, created by the Kansas Historical Society, features many examples of Hyer products..

Exhibit: Cowboy Boots: The Kansas Story. August 2-23, William T. Kemper Art Gallery, K-State Student Union. Sponsored by the Union Program Council.

Graduate School Orientation. 8 a.m., K-State Student Union.

Exhibition: Quiet Symmetry: The Ceramic Art of Yoshiro Ikeda. April 17 - September 2, Beach Museum of Art. An internationally known artist in clay and a Distinguished Professor of Ceramics at Kansas State University, Yoshiro Ikeda has for nearly four decades produced sculptural vessels that reflect on an ultimate harmony in nature. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

Exhibition: Goodnight Moon: Selections from the Permanent Collection. June 5 through December 23, Beach Museum of Art. From starlit staircases and moon glow to glowing sparklers and carnival lights, this exhibition explores the many facets of night. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

Exhibition: Konza: Sculpture by John Powers. July 9, 2012 through May 31, 2013, Beach Museum of Art. Konza is a large kinetic sculpture inspired by the natural beauty and movement of the nearby Konza prairie, and is the newest addition to the Beach Museum of Art's permanent collection. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

Summer Census Day.

Graduate School new student orientation.

Thursday, August 16, 2012

Exhibit: Discover the Hyer Boot Company. Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., William T. Kemper Art Gallery, K-State Student Union. Credited as the first to invent the cowboy boot, Charles Hyer, along with his brother Edward, founded the Hyer Boot Company in 1880 after moving to Olathe, Kan., in 1872. The exhibit, created by the Kansas Historical Society, features many examples of Hyer products..

Exhibit: Cowboy Boots: The Kansas Story. August 2-23, William T. Kemper Art Gallery, K-State Student Union. Sponsored by the Union Program Council.

Transfer Student Orientation and Enrollment. 8 a.m., K-State Student Union.

Exhibition: Quiet Symmetry: The Ceramic Art of Yoshiro Ikeda. April 17 - September 2, Beach Museum of Art. An internationally known artist in clay and a Distinguished Professor of Ceramics at Kansas State University, Yoshiro Ikeda has for nearly four decades produced sculptural vessels that reflect on an ultimate harmony in nature. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

Exhibition: Goodnight Moon: Selections from the Permanent Collection. June 5 through December 23, Beach Museum of Art. From starlit staircases and moon glow to glowing sparklers and carnival lights, this exhibition explores the many facets of night. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

Exhibition: Konza: Sculpture by John Powers. July 9, 2012 through May 31, 2013, Beach Museum of Art. Konza is a large kinetic sculpture inspired by the natural beauty and movement of the nearby Konza prairie, and is the newest addition to the Beach Museum of Art's permanent collection. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

Orientation and Enrollment for new transfer students for Fall 2012 Term.

Friday, August 17, 2012

Exhibit: Discover the Hyer Boot Company. Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., William T. Kemper Art Gallery, K-State Student Union. Credited as the first to invent the cowboy boot, Charles Hyer, along with his brother Edward, founded the Hyer Boot Company in 1880 after moving to Olathe, Kan., in 1872. The exhibit, created by the Kansas Historical Society, features many examples of Hyer products..

Wildcat Welcome Weekend in Aggieville. 5 p.m., Aggieville. Visit Aggieville for special offers and fun activities. Live music in Triangle Park at 6 p.m. Part of the Week of Welcome.

Exhibit: Cowboy Boots: The Kansas Story. August 2-23, William T. Kemper Art Gallery, K-State Student Union. Sponsored by the Union Program Council.

Freshman and Architecture Orientation and Enrollment. 8 a.m., K-State Student Union.

Exhibition: Quiet Symmetry: The Ceramic Art of Yoshiro Ikeda. April 17 - September 2, Beach Museum of Art. An internationally known artist in clay and a Distinguished Professor of Ceramics at Kansas State University, Yoshiro Ikeda has for nearly four decades produced sculptural vessels that reflect on an ultimate harmony in nature. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

Exhibition: Goodnight Moon: Selections from the Permanent Collection. June 5 through December 23, Beach Museum of Art. From starlit staircases and moon glow to glowing sparklers and carnival lights, this exhibition explores the many facets of night. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

Exhibition: Konza: Sculpture by John Powers. July 9, 2012 through May 31, 2013, Beach Museum of Art. Konza is a large kinetic sculpture inspired by the natural beauty and movement of the nearby Konza prairie, and is the newest addition to the Beach Museum of Art's permanent collection. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

August 2012 Intersession ends.

Orientation and Enrollment for new freshmen students.

Saturday, August 18, 2012

Exhibit: Discover the Hyer Boot Company. Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., William T. Kemper Art Gallery, K-State Student Union. Credited as the first to invent the cowboy boot, Charles Hyer, along with his brother Edward, founded the Hyer Boot Company in 1880 after moving to Olathe, Kan., in 1872. The exhibit, created by the Kansas Historical Society, features many examples of Hyer products..

Walk Your Class Schedule. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., K-State Student Union. Meet at the K-State Student Union to walk your schedule and tour campus with other K-State students. Sponsored by New Student Services. Part of the Week of Welcome.

Financial Aid Q&A. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., K-State Student Union, First floor. Assistance will be available to students and parents with questions in regards to financial aid. Sponsored by The Office of Student Financial Assistance. Fall 2012 Financial Aid Timeline. Part of Week of Welcome.

Information Oasis: K-State Libraries. 1 to 5 p.m., Coffman Commons, next to Hale Library. K-State Libraries' staff will be available to answer questions and help with directions, as well as hand out water. Sponsored by K-State Libraries.

Walk Your Schedule: Transfer and Non-Traditional and Military Students. 1 to 3 p.m., Caribou Coffe, K-State Student Union. Students will be available to walk your class schedule with you. Students should bring their class schedule printed out. Sponsored by Non-Traditional and Veteran Student Services and TAP: Transfer Ambassador Program. Part of the Week of Welcome.

Film: The Hunger Games. 8:30 p.m., Bosco Student Plaza, K-State Student Union. Grab a blanket or lawn chair and come view a special screening of "The Hunger Games." Free Admission. Sponsored by the Union Program Council and Greek Affairs. Part of the Week of Welcome.

Back-to-School: Target Event. 10 p.m., Target Store. Transportation provided by Target. Pick up and drop off locations are the Frith Community Center, parking lot between Goodnow and Marlatt Halls, and Derby Dining Center between West and Ford Halls. Part of the Week of Welcome.

Late Night Breakfast at Old Stadium. 11:30 p.m. to 2 a.m., Memorial Stadium. Free pancake and sausage breakfast for first 5,000 K-State students. Sponsored by the K-State Association of Residence Halls, Office of Student Activities and Services, and SGA. Part of the Week of Welcome.

Wildcat Welcome Weekend in Aggieville. 5 p.m., Triangle Park in Aggieville. Live band performing at 6 p.m. in Triangle Park. K-State Marching Band at dusk on Moro Street. Part of the Week of Welcome.

Exhibit: Cowboy Boots: The Kansas Story. August 2-23, William T. Kemper Art Gallery, K-State Student Union. Sponsored by the Union Program Council.

Residence halls officially open.

Exhibition: Quiet Symmetry: The Ceramic Art of Yoshiro Ikeda. April 17 - September 2, Beach Museum of Art. An internationally known artist in clay and a Distinguished Professor of Ceramics at Kansas State University, Yoshiro Ikeda has for nearly four decades produced sculptural vessels that reflect on an ultimate harmony in nature. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

Exhibition: Goodnight Moon: Selections from the Permanent Collection. June 5 through December 23, Beach Museum of Art. From starlit staircases and moon glow to glowing sparklers and carnival lights, this exhibition explores the many facets of night. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

Exhibition: Konza: Sculpture by John Powers. July 9, 2012 through May 31, 2013, Beach Museum of Art. Konza is a large kinetic sculpture inspired by the natural beauty and movement of the nearby Konza prairie, and is the newest addition to the Beach Museum of Art's permanent collection. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

Residence halls officially open.

Sunday, August 19, 2012

Exhibit: Discover the Hyer Boot Company. Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., William T. Kemper Art Gallery, K-State Student Union. Credited as the first to invent the cowboy boot, Charles Hyer, along with his brother Edward, founded the Hyer Boot Company in 1880 after moving to Olathe, Kan., in 1872. The exhibit, created by the Kansas Historical Society, features many examples of Hyer products..

Walk Your Schedule: Transfer and Non-Traditional and Military Students. 1 to 3 p.m., Caribou Coffe, K-State Student Union. Students will be available to walk your class schedule with you. Students should bring their class schedule printed out. Sponsored by Non-Traditional and Veteran Student Services and TAP: Transfer Ambassador Program. Part of the Week of Welcome.

Information Oasis: K-State Libraries. 1 to 5 p.m., Coffman Commons, next to Hale Library. K-State Libraries' staff will be available to answer questions and help with directions, as well as hand out water. Sponsored by K-State Libraries.

Wildcat Welcome Weekend in Aggieville. 5 p.m., Triangle Park in Aggieville. Enjoy special offers, fun activities, freebies, deals, and more. Part of the Week of Welcome.

2012 K-State Kick Off. 6:30 to 8 p.m., Bill Snyder Family Stadium. Free dinner at 6:30 p.m, followed by a pep rally at 7 p.m. Hear from K-State coaches and student athletes as well as the Pride of Wildcat Land. Student passes will be available for pick-up. Sponsored by K-State Athletics, Student Governing Association, Office of Student Activities and Services, and the Union Program Council. Part of the Week of Welcome.

Wheat State Agronomy Club Ice Cream Social. 8:30 p.m., Room 118, Throckmorton Hall. A chance to meet or get reacquainted with Wheat State Agronomy Club members while enjoying KSU's own Call Hall Ice Cream. Open to anyone interested in Agriculture. Sponsored by Wheat State Agronomy Club Part of the Week of Welcome.

Exhibit: Cowboy Boots: The Kansas Story. August 2-23, William T. Kemper Art Gallery, K-State Student Union. Sponsored by the Union Program Council.

College of Business: Open House. 4 to 6 p.m., 107 Calvin Hall. New business students, please stop by if you have any questions or concerns before the first day of classes. Academic advisors and business students will be available to assist you. Sponsored by College of Business Administration and the Office of Student Activities and Services.

College of Architecture, Planning & Design Mentor Meeting. 5 to 6 p.m., Pierce Commons, Seaton Hall. This event is for students admitted to the first year program, Environmental Design Studies, in the College of Architecture, Planning & Design. First year students will be placed in groups with their studio classmates and with 2nd-5th year students who will serve as mentors to the first year students. Sponsored by the College of Architecture, Planning and Design. Part of the Week of Welcome.

College of Engineering Welcome Rally. 4:30 to 6 p.m., Engineering Complex Atrium and Plaza. There will be prizes, games, music, food, and information booths. Everyone is welcome. The pep rally and grand prizes will be drawn at 6 p.m. Sponsored by The College of Engineering, the Engineering Student Council and the Office of Recruitment and Leadership Development. Part of the Week of Welcome.

Exhibition: Quiet Symmetry: The Ceramic Art of Yoshiro Ikeda. April 17 - September 2, Beach Museum of Art. An internationally known artist in clay and a Distinguished Professor of Ceramics at Kansas State University, Yoshiro Ikeda has for nearly four decades produced sculptural vessels that reflect on an ultimate harmony in nature. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

Exhibition: Goodnight Moon: Selections from the Permanent Collection. June 5 through December 23, Beach Museum of Art. From starlit staircases and moon glow to glowing sparklers and carnival lights, this exhibition explores the many facets of night. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

Exhibition: Konza: Sculpture by John Powers. July 9, 2012 through May 31, 2013, Beach Museum of Art. Konza is a large kinetic sculpture inspired by the natural beauty and movement of the nearby Konza prairie, and is the newest addition to the Beach Museum of Art's permanent collection. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

WEEK 1

Monday, August 20, 2012

Exhibit: Discover the Hyer Boot Company. Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., William T. Kemper Art Gallery, K-State Student Union. Credited as the first to invent the cowboy boot, Charles Hyer, along with his brother Edward, founded the Hyer Boot Company in 1880 after moving to Olathe, Kan., in 1872. The exhibit, created by the Kansas Historical Society, features many examples of Hyer products..

Information Oasis: K-State Libraries. 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Coffman Commons, next to Hale Library. K-State Libraries' staff will be available to answer questions and help with directions, as well as hand out water. Sponsored by K-State Libraries.

Sorority and Fraternity New Member "Meet and Greek". 7 p.m., Memorial Stadium. New members of your house will have the chance to interact with other new members of the greek community by playing fun and interactive games. Wear your greek letters and show your greek pride! Sponsored by Interfraternity Council and the Panhellenic Council.

Campus Bike Tour. 7 p.m., Starting at Bosco Student Plaza. A brief introduction to bike safety on campus will be followed by an hour ride/tour of campus buildings and bike routes. Sponsored by Bike-State Collective. Part of Week of Welcome.

Rock'It Bowl. 9 to 11 p.m., Union Recreation, K-State Student Union. Free Rock'It Bowl for students. Sponsored by the Union Program Council. Part of Week of Welcome.

Exhibit: Cowboy Boots: The Kansas Story. August 2-23, William T. Kemper Art Gallery, K-State Student Union. Sponsored by the Union Program Council.

Fall 2012 semester begins.

Exhibition: Quiet Symmetry: The Ceramic Art of Yoshiro Ikeda. April 17 - September 2, Beach Museum of Art. An internationally known artist in clay and a Distinguished Professor of Ceramics at Kansas State University, Yoshiro Ikeda has for nearly four decades produced sculptural vessels that reflect on an ultimate harmony in nature. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

Exhibition: Goodnight Moon: Selections from the Permanent Collection. June 5 through December 23, Beach Museum of Art. From starlit staircases and moon glow to glowing sparklers and carnival lights, this exhibition explores the many facets of night. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

Exhibition: Konza: Sculpture by John Powers. July 9, 2012 through May 31, 2013, Beach Museum of Art. Konza is a large kinetic sculpture inspired by the natural beauty and movement of the nearby Konza prairie, and is the newest addition to the Beach Museum of Art's permanent collection. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

Fall 2012 Term begins.

1st calendar day.

$50 Special Handling Fee for late enrollment begins.

Fall DCE Evening College 16-week and 8-week courses begin.

Tuesday, August 21, 2012

Exhibit: Discover the Hyer Boot Company. Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., William T. Kemper Art Gallery, K-State Student Union. Credited as the first to invent the cowboy boot, Charles Hyer, along with his brother Edward, founded the Hyer Boot Company in 1880 after moving to Olathe, Kan., in 1872. The exhibit, created by the Kansas Historical Society, features many examples of Hyer products..

Information Oasis: K-State Libraries. 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Coffman Commons, next to Hale Library. K-State Libraries' staff will be available to answer questions and help with directions, as well as hand out water. Sponsored by K-State Libraries.

SVET Hip Hop Violinist. Noon to 1 p.m., Bosco Student Plaza. Listen to hip hop music played on an electric violin as seen on this season of "America's Got Talent" Sponsored by the Union Program Council.

Wildcat Carnival. 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Bosco Student Plaza, K-State Student Union. A night of carnival fun at Bosco Student Plaza! Ride a ferris wheel, play carnival games and enjoy free food. Sponsored by Housing and Dining Services and the Association of Residence Halls. Part of Week of Welcome.

Campus Bike Tour. 7 p.m., Starting at Bosco Student Plaza. A brief introduction to bike safety on campus will be followed by an hour ride/tour of campus buildings and bike routes. Sponsored by Bike-State Collective. Part of Week of Welcome.

Exhibit: Cowboy Boots: The Kansas Story. August 2-23, William T. Kemper Art Gallery, K-State Student Union. Sponsored by the Union Program Council.

College of Education Welcome. 1 to 3 p.m., Front of Bluemont Hall. Pepsi products and ice cream will be given to all visitors. Advisers will be available to talk to students interested in an education major. Sponsored by the College of Education Council and College of Education Ambassadors.

College of Agriculture Welcome Back Event. 5 p.m., On the lawn of Waters Hall. All College of Agriculture students are invited to meet with faculty and staff and other students in the College while enjoying fun entertaining and games. Sponsored by the College of Agriculture. Part of Week of Welcome.

Book Discussion for The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks. 5:15 to 6 p.m., 123 Leadership Studies Building and Kramer Dining Center classroom. A discussion of the 2012 KSBN book selection, The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks, for students, faculty, and staff. Two meeting locations available. Part of Week of Welcome.

Exhibition: Quiet Symmetry: The Ceramic Art of Yoshiro Ikeda. April 17 - September 2, Beach Museum of Art. An internationally known artist in clay and a Distinguished Professor of Ceramics at Kansas State University, Yoshiro Ikeda has for nearly four decades produced sculptural vessels that reflect on an ultimate harmony in nature. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

Exhibition: Goodnight Moon: Selections from the Permanent Collection. June 5 through December 23, Beach Museum of Art. From starlit staircases and moon glow to glowing sparklers and carnival lights, this exhibition explores the many facets of night. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

Exhibition: Konza: Sculpture by John Powers. July 9, 2012 through May 31, 2013, Beach Museum of Art. Konza is a large kinetic sculpture inspired by the natural beauty and movement of the nearby Konza prairie, and is the newest addition to the Beach Museum of Art's permanent collection. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

Wednesday, August 22, 2012

Exhibit: Discover the Hyer Boot Company. Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., William T. Kemper Art Gallery, K-State Student Union. Credited as the first to invent the cowboy boot, Charles Hyer, along with his brother Edward, founded the Hyer Boot Company in 1880 after moving to Olathe, Kan., in 1872. The exhibit, created by the Kansas Historical Society, features many examples of Hyer products..

CES Backyard BBQ. 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Holtz Hall Lawn. K-State students can meet with their career advisor, activate and update their free online student account, which allows them to search on and off-campus listings, and learn about the services and activities offered by Career and Employment Services. The first 400 students who activate and update their CES account will receive a free t-shirt. Sponsored by the Career & Employment Services. Part of the Week of Welcome.

Where in the World is Willie? 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Plaza between Fairchild and Kedzie Hall. The Study Abroad Office will be hosting world trivia and a scavenger hunt. Sponsored by the Study Abroad Office. Part of the Week of Welcome.

UPC Lunchtime Lounge: Stewart Ray. Noon to 1 p.m., Bosco Student Plaza, K-State Student Union. Live music during the lunch hour featuring Stewart Ray, a Manhattan native and country singer/songwriter. Sponsored by the Union Program Council. Part of the Week of Welcome.

Financial Refresher. Noon to 2 p.m., Lawn between Fairchild and Kedzie Hall. Free ice pops and a chance to meet your peer advisors from the three financial assistance offices, and get your money questions answered. Sponsored by the Powercat Financial Counseling, the Office of Student Financial Assistance, and the Cashier's Office. Part of the Week of Welcome.

Mid-week Meltdown. 3 to 4 p.m., Dairy Bar, Call Hall. You're mid-way through your first week at K-State, so stop by Call Hall and give us the scoop. Meet other non-traditional students while sampling a K-State landmark, Purple Pride ice cream. Sponsored by the Non-Traditional and Veteran Student Services. Part of the Week of Welcome.

Multicultural Mixer. 6 to 7:30 p.m., Courtyard, K-State Student Union. New students will be able to engage members of the multicultural student organizations for a night of music, ice cream and fun. Prizes will be raffled off at the end of the event. Sponsored by the Student Governing Association.

Exhibit: Cowboy Boots: The Kansas Story. August 2-23, William T. Kemper Art Gallery, K-State Student Union. Sponsored by the Union Program Council.

Animal Science and Industry and Food Science and Industry Student Welcome Back Tailgate. 5:30 to 7 p.m., Weber Hall Lawn. The department of Animal Science and Industry is sponsoring a welcome back tailgate for all ASI and Food Science students. The event includes a meal served from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. with blue grass music provided by some of the ASI faculty and others. Come and meet your fellow students and your academic advisors. Sponsored by the Department of Animal Sciences and Industry. Part of the Week of Welcome.

Exhibition: Quiet Symmetry: The Ceramic Art of Yoshiro Ikeda. April 17 - September 2, Beach Museum of Art. An internationally known artist in clay and a Distinguished Professor of Ceramics at Kansas State University, Yoshiro Ikeda has for nearly four decades produced sculptural vessels that reflect on an ultimate harmony in nature. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

Exhibition: Goodnight Moon: Selections from the Permanent Collection. June 5 through December 23, Beach Museum of Art. From starlit staircases and moon glow to glowing sparklers and carnival lights, this exhibition explores the many facets of night. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

Exhibition: Konza: Sculpture by John Powers. July 9, 2012 through May 31, 2013, Beach Museum of Art. Konza is a large kinetic sculpture inspired by the natural beauty and movement of the nearby Konza prairie, and is the newest addition to the Beach Museum of Art's permanent collection. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

CES Backyard BBQ 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Holtz Hall Lawn. K-State students can meet with their career advisor, activate and update their free online student account, which allows them to search on and off-campus listings, and learn about the services and activities offered by Career and Employment Services. The first 400 students who activate and update their CES account will receive a free t-shirt. Sponsored by Career & Employment Services. Part of the Week of Welcome.

Thursday, August 23, 2012

Exhibit: Discover the Hyer Boot Company. Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., William T. Kemper Art Gallery, K-State Student Union. Credited as the first to invent the cowboy boot, Charles Hyer, along with his brother Edward, founded the Hyer Boot Company in 1880 after moving to Olathe, Kan., in 1872. The exhibit, created by the Kansas Historical Society, features many examples of Hyer products..

Pups and Popsicles. 2 to 4 p.m., Amphitheatre, Leadership Studies Building. Stop by to interact with students, ambassadors, and faculty/staff from Leadership Studies. Learn more about the School of Leadership Studies and how to get involved with leadership and service, all while enjoying refreshing popsicles and petting dogs and puppies from KSDS. Sponsored by the School of Leadership Studies. Part of the Week of Welcome.

Activities Carnival and Union Expo. 6 to 8 p.m., Bosco Plaza, K-State Student Union & Anderson Hall Lawn. Browse the 200 student organizations who are looking to help you find an fun and exciting organization to join. Enjoy free giveaways. Soar to new heights with free hot-air balloon and zipline rides from 6 to 9 p.m. Sponsored by the Office of Student Activities and Union Program Council. Part of the Week of Welcome.

Wildcat Welcome Day. 7 to 9 p.m., Alumni Center. New students are invited to the Alumni Center for free ice cream floats and bakery cookies. Tour the alumni center and watch a performance from On the Spot Improv Group. Sponsored by the K-State Alumni Association. Part of the Week of Welcome.

Film: Up. 9 p.m., Bosco Plaza, K-State Student Union & Anderson Hall Lawn. Bring a blanket or chair and join us under the stars on Bosco Student Plaza for a free showing of the animated classic film "Up." Sponsored by the Union Program Council. Part of the Week of Welcome.

Exhibit: Cowboy Boots: The Kansas Story. August 2-23, William T. Kemper Art Gallery, K-State Student Union. Sponsored by the Union Program Council.

College of Human Ecology Grill N' Chill. 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Hoffman Lounge & South Justin Hall entrance. Stop by the College of Human Ecology to meet new and returning students, faculty and staff while enjoying free hotdogs and Pepsi beverages. Sponsored by the College of Human Ecology. Part of the Week of Welcome.

Food Science New Student Ice Cream Social. 2 to 4 p.m., Room 216, Call Hall. For new Food Science Students, come and visit to enjoy ice cream and socialize with upperclassman, staff, and instructors. Sponsored by the Food Science Institute. Part of the Week of Welcome.

Exhibition: Quiet Symmetry: The Ceramic Art of Yoshiro Ikeda. April 17 - September 2, Beach Museum of Art. An internationally known artist in clay and a Distinguished Professor of Ceramics at Kansas State University, Yoshiro Ikeda has for nearly four decades produced sculptural vessels that reflect on an ultimate harmony in nature. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

Exhibition: Goodnight Moon: Selections from the Permanent Collection. June 5 through December 23, Beach Museum of Art. From starlit staircases and moon glow to glowing sparklers and carnival lights, this exhibition explores the many facets of night. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

Exhibition: Konza: Sculpture by John Powers. July 9, 2012 through May 31, 2013, Beach Museum of Art. Konza is a large kinetic sculpture inspired by the natural beauty and movement of the nearby Konza prairie, and is the newest addition to the Beach Museum of Art's permanent collection. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

Part-Time Opportunities Fair. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Ballroom, K-State Student Union. Visit with representatives and community employers hiring for part-time jobs, internship positions, and volunteer opportunities. This is a great way to network with companies for future full-time employment. Sponsored by Career & Employment Services. Part of the Week of Welcome.

Friday, August 24, 2012

Volleyball: K-State vs. UC Irvine. 7:30 p.m., Ahearn Field House. Varney's Kansas State Invitational.

Film: Men in Black III. 8 p.m., Forum Hall, K-State Student Union. Admission $1 with a student ID. Sponsored by the Union Program Council.

After Hours: Comedian Jimmy Ouyang. 10 p.m., Forum Hall, K-State Student Union. Free Salsaritas after the show. Sponsored by the Union Program Council.

Welcome Back Reading. 3:30 to 4:30 p.m., 212 K-State Student Union. Readings by the creative writing faculty in English in honor of the new academic year. Sponsored by Department of English.

Exhibition: Quiet Symmetry: The Ceramic Art of Yoshiro Ikeda. April 17 - September 2, Beach Museum of Art. An internationally known artist in clay and a Distinguished Professor of Ceramics at Kansas State University, Yoshiro Ikeda has for nearly four decades produced sculptural vessels that reflect on an ultimate harmony in nature. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

Exhibition: Goodnight Moon: Selections from the Permanent Collection. June 5 through December 23, Beach Museum of Art. From starlit staircases and moon glow to glowing sparklers and carnival lights, this exhibition explores the many facets of night. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

Exhibition: Konza: Sculpture by John Powers. July 9, 2012 through May 31, 2013, Beach Museum of Art. Konza is a large kinetic sculpture inspired by the natural beauty and movement of the nearby Konza prairie, and is the newest addition to the Beach Museum of Art's permanent collection. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

Saturday, August 25, 2012

Volleyball: K-State vs. Oakland. Noon, Ahearn Field House. Varney's Kansas State Invitational.

Volleyball: K-State vs. Oregon State. 7:30 p.m., Ahearn Field House. Varney's Kansas State Invitational.

CrossFit Free Intro Workout. 10 a.m., Room 4, Natatorium. Try out a free CrossFit Intro workout scaled for beginners and learn more about high intensity exercise and its benefits. All fitness levels are welcome. Free intro workouts will be offered every Saturday during the Fall semester. Sponsored by Department of Kinesiology.

Film: Men in Black III. 7 & 9:30 p.m., Forum Hall, K-State Student Union. Admission $3. Sponsored by the Union Program Council.

After Hours: An Evening with Chuck Milligan, Hypnotist. 9:30 p.m., McCain Auditorium. Hypnotist Chuck Milligan was a huge hit last year during the Week of Welcome and will return this year to entertain K-State students with his performance. Tickets available at the McCain box office and Week of Welcome throughout the week. Sponsored by the Office of Student Activities and Union Program Council. Part of the Week of Welcome.

Picnic in the Park for Non-Traditional Students. 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Anneberg Park, 3801 Anderson Avenue (Shelter #1). Lunch is served! Bring your significant other, or the whole family, and join us for a picnic in the park. Whether you're new to K-State, or returning for another great semester, you won't want to miss this fulfilling opportunity to meet other non-traditional students at K-State. Sponsored by the Non-Traditional and Veteran Student Services. Part of the Week of Welcome.

Seminar: Get the Buzz: How to Use Social Media to Succeed in Business. 11 a.m., Flint Hills Room, K-State Student Union. Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, Pinterest -- everyone is on, but do these social media work for business? Kansas State University students, faculty and staff will learn the skills to develop a media strategy that makes social media work for business, during a four-hour seminar presented by Susan Young of Get in Front Communications.

Exhibition: Quiet Symmetry: The Ceramic Art of Yoshiro Ikeda. April 17 - September 2, Beach Museum of Art. An internationally known artist in clay and a Distinguished Professor of Ceramics at Kansas State University, Yoshiro Ikeda has for nearly four decades produced sculptural vessels that reflect on an ultimate harmony in nature. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

Exhibition: Goodnight Moon: Selections from the Permanent Collection. June 5 through December 23, Beach Museum of Art. From starlit staircases and moon glow to glowing sparklers and carnival lights, this exhibition explores the many facets of night. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

Exhibition: Konza: Sculpture by John Powers. July 9, 2012 through May 31, 2013, Beach Museum of Art. Konza is a large kinetic sculpture inspired by the natural beauty and movement of the nearby Konza prairie, and is the newest addition to the Beach Museum of Art's permanent collection. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

Sunday, August 26, 2012

Performance Series: Lyle Lovett and His Large Band. 7:30 p.m., McCain Auditorium. Lovett is a four-time Grammy winner and has led a remarkable career which now includes fourteen albums and over four million records sold. Ticket information or call 532-6428.

Guide to Personal Success (GPS) Kick-Off Connect Event. 2 to 4 p.m., K-State Student Union. GPS guides and mentees are invited to attend the first connect event of the year! The cost is $3 per person and provides you with popcorn and the choice to Rock'It Bowl, play pool or watch the movie "Up"! All program participants are welcome and encouraged to come! RSVP by Wednesday, August 22nd to gps@k-state.edu. Sponsored by the K-State First, Cats Den, and Union Program Council. Part of the Week of Welcome.

Wildcat Writing and Research Consultations. 6 to 9 p.m., 2nd floor, Hale Library. Writing Center tutors will offer free help with papers for all classes. Sponsored by the Writing Center Tutors and the K-State Librarians.

Film: Men in Black III. 8 p.m., Forum Hall, K-State Student Union. Admission $3. Sponsored by the Union Program Council.

Film: Hunger for Change. 8 p.m., Coffman Commons in front of Hale Library, or in case of rain, 063 Seaton Hall. A documentary that expertly shows the basics of how food is your true medicine and the key to good health. It continues the story about how you can create vibrant health, abundant energy and achieve your ideal body weight without dieting. A facilitated discussion will immediately follow the film. Sponsored by Movies on the Grass.

Exhibition: Quiet Symmetry: The Ceramic Art of Yoshiro Ikeda. April 17 - September 2, Beach Museum of Art. An internationally known artist in clay and a Distinguished Professor of Ceramics at Kansas State University, Yoshiro Ikeda has for nearly four decades produced sculptural vessels that reflect on an ultimate harmony in nature. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

Exhibition: Goodnight Moon: Selections from the Permanent Collection. June 5 through December 23, Beach Museum of Art. From starlit staircases and moon glow to glowing sparklers and carnival lights, this exhibition explores the many facets of night. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

Exhibition: Konza: Sculpture by John Powers. July 9, 2012 through May 31, 2013, Beach Museum of Art. Konza is a large kinetic sculpture inspired by the natural beauty and movement of the nearby Konza prairie, and is the newest addition to the Beach Museum of Art's permanent collection. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

WEEK 2

7th calendar day.

Last day to add a course without instructor permission.

Monday, August 27, 2012

K-State Speech (Forensics) Team Recruitment Meeting. 3:30 p.m., Room 311, Nichols Hall. Attend this meeting if you'd like to join the nationally ranked K-State Speech team and compete in speech. Any undergraduate is welcome to be a member of the team. K-State Speech Unlimited.

Appy Hour Workshop Debut: Evernote. 5 to 5:30 p.m., Computer Store, K-State Student Union. Every Monday and Thursday throughout the semester patrons can discover and learn about new apps with the Apple campus student representative. Free and open ot the public. Sponsored by the Union Computer Store.

Grain Science Welcome Back Picnic. 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., International Grains Program, 1980 Kimball Avenue. For new and continuing Grain Science Students- undergrads and grad students. Get reacquainted and meet new students. Brief presentation from student organizations. Grilled burgers & dogs, sides, dessert, drinks. Drawings for cool stuff. Sponsored by the GSI Recruitment and Retention Team. Part of the Week of Welcome.

Exhibition: Quiet Symmetry: The Ceramic Art of Yoshiro Ikeda. April 17 - September 2, Beach Museum of Art. An internationally known artist in clay and a Distinguished Professor of Ceramics at Kansas State University, Yoshiro Ikeda has for nearly four decades produced sculptural vessels that reflect on an ultimate harmony in nature. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

Exhibition: Goodnight Moon: Selections from the Permanent Collection. June 5 through December 23, Beach Museum of Art. From starlit staircases and moon glow to glowing sparklers and carnival lights, this exhibition explores the many facets of night. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

Exhibition: Konza: Sculpture by John Powers. July 9, 2012 through May 31, 2013, Beach Museum of Art. Konza is a large kinetic sculpture inspired by the natural beauty and movement of the nearby Konza prairie, and is the newest addition to the Beach Museum of Art's permanent collection. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

Last day to add without electronic Advisor permission for the colleges of Agriculture, Architecture Planning and Design, Education, Engineering & Human Ecology.

Tuesday, August 28, 2012

Seminar: Eat, Write, Move: Living Green and Simply Sustainable from the Field to Your Fork. 11 a.m., 247 Justin Hall. Kobuszewski will present on her recently published book which includes humorous personal life stories with nutrition information as well as practical tips for making good eco-friendly choices in food. Sponsored by the College of Human Ecology and K-State Research and Extension.

Book Discussion: The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks. 5:15 to 6 p.m., Room 123, Leadership Studies Building, and Kramer Dining Center classroom. A discussion of the 2012 KSBN book selection, The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks by Rebecca Skloot. Open to students, faculty, and staff. Two meeting locations available. K-State Book Network. Part of the Week of Welcome.

K-State Inline Hockey Club Informational Meeting. 5:30 p.m., 137 Waters Hall. This meeting is for all interested students, both returning club members and interested new students. We will discuss the details of club membership as well as list out our plans and events for the coming season. The first practice is 7 to 8:30 p.m. August 28 at the Junction City rink. Sponsored by the K-State Inline Hockey Club.

Rec Fest. 6 p.m., Chester E. Peters Recreation Complex. Sponsored by Recreational Services. Part of the Week of Welcome.

College of Agriculture Watermelon Feed. 6:15 p.m., Weber Hall Lawn. All College of Agriculture students are invited to attend the watermelon feed to enjoy free food, meet faculty, staff and other College of Agriculture students and explore student organizations within the college. Every student organization in the College of Agriculture will have a booth advertising events, meetings and the importance of getting involved. Sponsored by College of Agriculture Student Council. Part of the Week of Welcome.

Exhibition: The Names on the Wall by Hakan Yasarer. August 28 through September 7, William T. Kemper Art Gallery, K-State Student Union. Photo exhibition in memory of Mary Lee Cochran. Sponsored by the Union Program Council.

College of Agriculture Watermelon Feed. 6:15 p.m., Weber Hall Lawn. All College of Agriculture students are invited to attend the watermelon feed to enjoy free food, meet faculty, staff and other College of Agriculture students and explore student organizations within the college. Every student organization in the College of Agriculture will have a booth advertising events, meetings and the importance of getting involved. Sponsored by College of Agriculture Student Council. Part of the Week of Welcome.

Kedziepalooza. 5 to 6 p.m., Plaza between Fairchild and Kedzie Hall. Free pizza and Pepsi will be available for all students as well as free water bottles to the first 200 JMC students to arrive. Representatives from KSDB-FM, The Collegian, Royal Purple Yearbook, TakeFlight Ad/PR agency, The Watch, PRSSA, the Ad Club, JMC faculty, and JMC Ambassadors will be on hand. Sponsored by the A.Q. Miller School of Journalism and Mass Communications. Part of the Week of Welcome.

Division of Facilities Van Operator Training. 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., Room 213, K-State Student Union. National Safety Council training will be conducted for all operators and/or potential operators of motor pool vans operated by K-State faculty, staff, and students. This training is mandatory for all operators. Register.

Exhibition: Quiet Symmetry: The Ceramic Art of Yoshiro Ikeda. April 17 - September 2, Beach Museum of Art. An internationally known artist in clay and a Distinguished Professor of Ceramics at Kansas State University, Yoshiro Ikeda has for nearly four decades produced sculptural vessels that reflect on an ultimate harmony in nature. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

Exhibition: Goodnight Moon: Selections from the Permanent Collection. June 5 through December 23, Beach Museum of Art. From starlit staircases and moon glow to glowing sparklers and carnival lights, this exhibition explores the many facets of night. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

Exhibition: Konza: Sculpture by John Powers. July 9, 2012 through May 31, 2013, Beach Museum of Art. Konza is a large kinetic sculpture inspired by the natural beauty and movement of the nearby Konza prairie, and is the newest addition to the Beach Museum of Art's permanent collection. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

Doctoral Defense: Keshar Prasain, Chemistry. 3 p.m., Room 209, Chemistry/Biochemistry Building. Title of Dissertation: Design, Synthesis, and Bioevaluation of Laccase Inhibitors and Substituted Quinolines. Part of the Schedule for Defense of Doctoral Dissertations.

Wednesday, August 29, 2012

Study Abroad Fair. 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., Ballroom, K-State Student Union. The Study Abroad Office will be showcasing all study abroad opportunities, from exchanges to summer programs to program providers. There will also be free food and raffle prizes. Sponsored by the Study Abroad Office.

Exhibition: The Names on the Wall by Hakan Yasarer. August 28 through September 7, William T. Kemper Art Gallery, K-State Student Union. Photo exhibition in memory of Mary Lee Cochran. Sponsored by the Union Program Council.

Faculty Artist: Organ Music for a Wednesday Morning by David Pickering, Organist. 11:30 a.m., All Faiths Chapel. Sponsored by the Department of Music.

Salina: Division of Facilities Van Operator Training. 1:30 to 3:30 p.m., 101 Facilities Room, K-State at Salina. National Safety Council training will be conducted for all operators and/or potential operators of motor pool vans operated by K-State faculty, staff, and students. This training is mandatory for all operators. Register.

Exhibition: Quiet Symmetry: The Ceramic Art of Yoshiro Ikeda. April 17 - September 2, Beach Museum of Art. An internationally known artist in clay and a Distinguished Professor of Ceramics at Kansas State University, Yoshiro Ikeda has for nearly four decades produced sculptural vessels that reflect on an ultimate harmony in nature. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

Exhibition: Goodnight Moon: Selections from the Permanent Collection. June 5 through December 23, Beach Museum of Art. From starlit staircases and moon glow to glowing sparklers and carnival lights, this exhibition explores the many facets of night. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

Exhibition: Konza: Sculpture by John Powers. July 9, 2012 through May 31, 2013, Beach Museum of Art. Konza is a large kinetic sculpture inspired by the natural beauty and movement of the nearby Konza prairie, and is the newest addition to the Beach Museum of Art's permanent collection. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

Walk-in Wednesday. Noon to 4 p.m., Holtz Hall. Drop by to have your resumé reviewed or to ask a quick question. No appointment necessary. Sponsored by Career & Employment Services.

Thursday, August 30, 2012

Exhibition: The Names on the Wall by Hakan Yasarer. August 28 through September 7, William T. Kemper Art Gallery, K-State Student Union. Photo exhibition in memory of Mary Lee Cochran. Sponsored by the Union Program Council.

Exhibition: Quiet Symmetry: The Ceramic Art of Yoshiro Ikeda. April 17 - September 2, Beach Museum of Art. An internationally known artist in clay and a Distinguished Professor of Ceramics at Kansas State University, Yoshiro Ikeda has for nearly four decades produced sculptural vessels that reflect on an ultimate harmony in nature. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

Exhibition: Goodnight Moon: Selections from the Permanent Collection. June 5 through December 23, Beach Museum of Art. From starlit staircases and moon glow to glowing sparklers and carnival lights, this exhibition explores the many facets of night. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

Exhibition: Konza: Sculpture by John Powers. July 9, 2012 through May 31, 2013, Beach Museum of Art. Konza is a large kinetic sculpture inspired by the natural beauty and movement of the nearby Konza prairie, and is the newest addition to the Beach Museum of Art's permanent collection. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

Friday, August 31, 2012

Film: Snow White and the Huntsman. 8 p.m., Forum Hall, K-State Student Union. Admission $2. Sponsored by the Union Program Council.

Block Party. 8 to 11 p.m., Bosco Plaza, K-State Student Union & Anderson Hall Lawn. Enjoy party music and dance the night away on Bosco Student Plaza. Free and open to the public. Sponsored by the Union Program Council. Part of the Week of Welcome.

Exhibition: The Names on the Wall by Hakan Yasarer. August 28 through September 7, William T. Kemper Art Gallery, K-State Student Union. Photo exhibition in memory of Mary Lee Cochran. Sponsored by the Union Program Council.

Exhibition: Quiet Symmetry: The Ceramic Art of Yoshiro Ikeda. April 17 - September 2, Beach Museum of Art. An internationally known artist in clay and a Distinguished Professor of Ceramics at Kansas State University, Yoshiro Ikeda has for nearly four decades produced sculptural vessels that reflect on an ultimate harmony in nature. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

Exhibition: Goodnight Moon: Selections from the Permanent Collection. June 5 through December 23, Beach Museum of Art. From starlit staircases and moon glow to glowing sparklers and carnival lights, this exhibition explores the many facets of night. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

Exhibition: Konza: Sculpture by John Powers. July 9, 2012 through May 31, 2013, Beach Museum of Art. Konza is a large kinetic sculpture inspired by the natural beauty and movement of the nearby Konza prairie, and is the newest addition to the Beach Museum of Art's permanent collection. For museum hours and exhibit details, see the website.

Instructor drops for non-attendance are due in Enrollment Services.