Other events
- Tuesday, October 6, 2009
- Study Abroad Exhibit. September 14 through October 9, Chang Gallery, Seaton Hall. An exhibit of projects and activities completed by College of Architecture, Planning and Design students who participated in study abroad programs during spring and summer of 2009.
- Exhibit: Remarkable Women by Jennifer Randall. through October 13, 2009. Kemper Art Gallery, K-State Student Union. Randall's paintings of historical women are contemporary in style and bright in color. She considers them to be biographic, almost journalistic in that they are capturing a story of the present or the past.
- Lecture: Ecological Forecasting In a Changing World by Walter Dodds, Division of Biology. 3:30 p.m., Little Theater, K-State Student Union. Part of the 2008-2009 Commerce Bank Distinguished Graduate Faculty Award Lecture Series. A reception follows the lecture.
- Denim Drive: Cotton. From Blue to Green. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., K-State Student Union. All denim donations accepted (jeans, shorts, skirts, have holes, stains, etc). All pieces collected will be donated to Habitat for Humanity and turned into insulation to rebuild houses on the Gulf Coast.
- Wednesday, October 7, 2009
- Study Abroad Exhibit. September 14 through October 9, Chang Gallery, Seaton Hall. An exhibit of projects and activities completed by College of Architecture, Planning and Design students who participated in study abroad programs during spring and summer of 2009.
- Exhibit: Remarkable Women by Jennifer Randall. through October 13, 2009. Kemper Art Gallery, K-State Student Union. Randall's paintings of historical women are contemporary in style and bright in color. She considers them to be biographic, almost journalistic in that they are capturing a story of the present or the past.
- Thursday, October 8, 2009
- Study Abroad Exhibit. September 14 through October 9, Chang Gallery, Seaton Hall. An exhibit of projects and activities completed by College of Architecture, Planning and Design students who participated in study abroad programs during spring and summer of 2009.
- Exhibit: Remarkable Women by Jennifer Randall. through October 13, 2009. Kemper Art Gallery, K-State Student Union. Randall's paintings of historical women are contemporary in style and bright in color. She considers them to be biographic, almost journalistic in that they are capturing a story of the present or the past.
- Employee Benefits EXPO. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Ballroom, K-State Student Union. Faculty and Staff will be able to visit with KBOR retirement providers, KPERS representatives, Health Insurance companies, and attend Open Enrollment Sessions for 2010 Health Insurance, Long-Term Care, and Personal Financial Planning Sessions from K-State faculty.
- Friday, October 9, 2009
- Study Abroad Exhibit. September 14 through October 9, Chang Gallery, Seaton Hall. An exhibit of projects and activities completed by College of Architecture, Planning and Design students who participated in study abroad programs during spring and summer of 2009.
- Exhibit: Remarkable Women by Jennifer Randall. through October 13, 2009. Kemper Art Gallery, K-State Student Union. Randall's paintings of historical women are contemporary in style and bright in color. She considers them to be biographic, almost journalistic in that they are capturing a story of the present or the past.
- Film: The Hangover. 8 p.m., Forum Hall, K-State Student Union. Admission $1.
- Saturday, October 10, 2009
- Exhibit: Remarkable Women by Jennifer Randall. through October 13, 2009. Kemper Art Gallery, K-State Student Union. Randall's paintings of historical women are contemporary in style and bright in color. She considers them to be biographic, almost journalistic in that they are capturing a story of the present or the past.
- Film: The Hangover. 7 & 9:30 p.m., Forum Hall, K-State Student Union. Admission $2.
- Sunday, October 11, 2009
- Exhibit: Remarkable Women by Jennifer Randall. through October 13, 2009. Kemper Art Gallery, K-State Student Union. Randall's paintings of historical women are contemporary in style and bright in color. She considers them to be biographic, almost journalistic in that they are capturing a story of the present or the past.
- Film: The Hangover. 8 p.m., Forum Hall, K-State Student Union. Admission $2.
- Monday, October 12, 2009
- Exhibit: Remarkable Women by Jennifer Randall. through October 13, 2009. Kemper Art Gallery, K-State Student Union. Randall's paintings of historical women are contemporary in style and bright in color. She considers them to be biographic, almost journalistic in that they are capturing a story of the present or the past.
- Academic Internship Exhibit. weekdays 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Oct. 12 through 30, 2009, Chang Gallery, Seaton Hall. Projects by student participants in the spring and summer 2009 academic internship programs will be on display.
- Tuesday, October 13, 2009
- Exhibit: Remarkable Women by Jennifer Randall. through October 13, 2009. Kemper Art Gallery, K-State Student Union. Randall's paintings of historical women are contemporary in style and bright in color. She considers them to be biographic, almost journalistic in that they are capturing a story of the present or the past.
- Academic Internship Exhibit. weekdays 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Oct. 12 through 30, 2009, Chang Gallery, Seaton Hall. Projects by student participants in the spring and summer 2009 academic internship programs will be on display.
- Wednesday, October 14, 2009
- Academic Internship Exhibit. weekdays 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Oct. 12 through 30, 2009, Chang Gallery, Seaton Hall. Projects by student participants in the spring and summer 2009 academic internship programs will be on display.
- Academic Majors Fair. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Ballroom, K-State Student Union. Visit with faculty and staff from academic programs at K-State to explore majors, minors, and secondary majors.
- Lecture: From Generation to Generation: Sexual Reproduction in the Plays of T.S. Eliot by Christina Hauck. 4 p.m., 213 K-State Student Union. Hauck will speak as part of the English Department's Fall Colloquia Series.
- Test of K-State Alerts. 10 a.m., Emergency notification channels to be tested are: text messaging, automated phone calls, e-mail to all K-State accounts and alert beacons.Ê All current K-Staters with an active eID are eligible to sign up to receive emergency text messages and automated phone calls from K-State Alerts through eProfile.
- Thursday, October 15, 2009
- Academic Internship Exhibit. weekdays 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Oct. 12 through 30, 2009, Chang Gallery, Seaton Hall. Projects by student participants in the spring and summer 2009 academic internship programs will be on display.
- Education Symposium 2009: "Making the Connection". 7:15 to 4 p.m., K-State Student Union. Six professional development hours for attending all sessions. Topics include "Brain Compatible Instruction", "Teaching to the Standards", and more.
- Fred L. Parrish Lecture in Religious History. 7:30 p.m., Banquet Room, K-State Alumni Center.
- Friday, October 16, 2009
- Academic Internship Exhibit. weekdays 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Oct. 12 through 30, 2009, Chang Gallery, Seaton Hall. Projects by student participants in the spring and summer 2009 academic internship programs will be on display.
- Lecture: Soil Not Oil: Food Security in Times of Climate Change by Dr. Vandana Shiva. 7 p.m., McCain Auditorium.
- Film: Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen. 8 p.m., Forum Hall, K-State Student Union. Admission $1.
- Saturday, October 17, 2009
- Academic Internship Exhibit. weekdays 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Oct. 12 through 30, 2009, Chang Gallery, Seaton Hall. Projects by student participants in the spring and summer 2009 academic internship programs will be on display.
- Film: Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen. 7 and 10:15 p.m., Forum Hall, K-State Student Union. Admission $2.
- Sunday, October 18, 2009
- Academic Internship Exhibit. weekdays 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Oct. 12 through 30, 2009, Chang Gallery, Seaton Hall. Projects by student participants in the spring and summer 2009 academic internship programs will be on display.
- "Wildcat Frontier" Homecoming Week. October 18-24. Homecoming is a time to celebrate K-State traditions. From the 5K race to the parade and pep rally, the week is packed with events to stir up purple pride. See activities and events.
- Sidewalk Chalking Contest. noon to 2 p.m., judged at 2 p.m., Bosco Student Plaza, K-State Student Union. Campus organizations decorate the Plaza with the Homecoming theme. Part of Homecoming Week.
- Spirit Signs and Banners Displayed. noon to 2 p.m., judged at 2 p.m., Banners displayed in the K-State Student Union. Signs displayed around campus. Campus organizations decorate the Plaza with the Homecoming theme. Part of Homecoming Week.
- Film: Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen. 8 p.m., Forum Hall, K-State Student Union. Admission $2.
- Monday, October 19, 2009
- Academic Internship Exhibit. weekdays 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Oct. 12 through 30, 2009, Chang Gallery, Seaton Hall. Projects by student participants in the spring and summer 2009 academic internship programs will be on display.
- "Wildcat Frontier" Homecoming Week. October 18-24. Homecoming is a time to celebrate K-State traditions. From the 5K race to the parade and pep rally, the week is packed with events to stir up purple pride. See activities and events.
- Wizard Rock Concert for the Harry Potter Alliance. 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Manhattan Public Library Auditorium. Featuring performances by The Whomping Willows and Justin Finch-Fletchley and the Sugar Quills. Admission: free. Donations will benefit The Harry Potter Alliance (HPA), a charity organization dedicated to ending world-wide hunger, violence, and prejudice.
- Pant the Chant. 8 p.m., Bramlage Coliseum. Homecoming pairings and student organizations can show their enthusiasm at this high-energy event. Part of Homecoming Week.
- Tuesday, October 20, 2009
- Academic Internship Exhibit. weekdays 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Oct. 12 through 30, 2009, Chang Gallery, Seaton Hall. Projects by student participants in the spring and summer 2009 academic internship programs will be on display.
- Paint the 'Ville Contest. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Aggieville. Campus organizations and Homecoming pairings decorate business windows in Aggieville with the Homecoming theme. Judging begins at 5 p.m. Part of Homecoming Week.
- Wednesday, October 21, 2009
- Academic Internship Exhibit. weekdays 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Oct. 12 through 30, 2009, Chang Gallery, Seaton Hall. Projects by student participants in the spring and summer 2009 academic internship programs will be on display.
- 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.
- Poetry Reading: Billy Collins. 5:30 p.m., Ballroom, K-State Alumni Center. Collins was United States Poet Laureate from 2001 to 2003, and is one of the most celebrated and popular poets in the U.S. today.
- Wildcat Request Live. 8 p.m., Bramlage Coliseum. During this lip sync and dance competition Greek Homecoming pairings perform to a song of their choice. Part of Homecoming Week.
- Lecture: Mark Shapiro. 4 p.m., Pierce Commons, Seaton Hall.
- Lecture: Sustainable Architecture, an Approach or trust me, this won't hurt a bit by Mark Shapiro, BNIM. 4 p.m., Pierce Commons, Seaton Hall.
- Thursday, October 22, 2009
- Academic Internship Exhibit. weekdays 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Oct. 12 through 30, 2009, Chang Gallery, Seaton Hall. Projects by student participants in the spring and summer 2009 academic internship programs will be on display.
- K-State Ambassador Elections. 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., K-State ambassadors represent the student body at Association events throughout Kansas and at university activities. Part of Homecoming Week.
- Wildcat Frontier Children's Carnival. 6 to 8 p.m., Courtyard, K-State Student Union.
- Yard Art Displayed. Judging begins at 4 p.m., Greek Houses, The annual yard art competition showcases the talents of the Greek chapters on campus with spectacular creations on display at one house of each pairing.
- Panel Discussion: Climate Change and Food Production. 3 p.m., Little Theatre, K-State Student Union.
- Friday, October 23, 2009
- Academic Internship Exhibit. weekdays 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Oct. 12 through 30, 2009, Chang Gallery, Seaton Hall. Projects by student participants in the spring and summer 2009 academic internship programs will be on display.
- Lecture: Being an Entrepreneur in an Established Company -- Not an Oxymoron by Raj Nathan. 1:30 p.m., Fiedler Hall Auditorium. Part of the K-State College of Engineering Eyestone Lecture Series and open to the public.
- Trick-or-Treat in Aggieville. 3:30 to 5:30 p.m., Aggieville, Bring your kids down to the 'Ville for some free, safe, fun Trick-or-Treating! Part of Homecoming Week.
- Homecoming Parade. 5 p.m., Starting at Poyntz Avenue at Manhattan Town Center. Manhattan community and K-State students show off their parade entries and Homecoming floats. Part of Homecoming Week.
- Homecoming Pep Rally. Immediately Following Parade, approx. 6:30 p.m., Part of Homecoming Week.
- Film: Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince. 8 p.m., Forum Hall, K-State Student Union. Admission $1.
- Saturday, October 24, 2009
- Academic Internship Exhibit. weekdays 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Oct. 12 through 30, 2009, Chang Gallery, Seaton Hall. Projects by student participants in the spring and summer 2009 academic internship programs will be on display.
- Homecoming Tailgate Competition. Judging 3 hours before kick off, Bill Synder Family Stadium. Help show everyone why K-Staters are the best fans in the country. Part of Homecoming Week.
- Film: Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince. 7 and 10:30 p.m., Forum Hall, K-State Student Union. Admission $2.
- Community Service Week. October 24-30, 2009. K-State students and community members will volunteer their time and energy to provide needed assistance for the area service agencies.
- Sunday, October 25, 2009
- Academic Internship Exhibit. weekdays 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Oct. 12 through 30, 2009, Chang Gallery, Seaton Hall. Projects by student participants in the spring and summer 2009 academic internship programs will be on display.
- Film: Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince. 8 p.m., Forum Hall, K-State Student Union. Admission $2.
- Community Service Week. October 24-30, 2009. K-State students and community members will volunteer their time and energy to provide needed assistance for the area service agencies.
- Monday, October 26, 2009
- Academic Internship Exhibit. weekdays 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Oct. 12 through 30, 2009, Chang Gallery, Seaton Hall. Projects by student participants in the spring and summer 2009 academic internship programs will be on display.
- PostSecret's: Frank Warren. 7 p.m., Main Ballroom, K-State Student Union. Author Frank Warren discusses his upcoming book "Post Secret". Tickets sold in the UPC Office. Admission: $2 for students, $4 for non-students.
- Community Service Week. October 24-30, 2009. K-State students and community members will volunteer their time and energy to provide needed assistance for the area service agencies.
- Tuesday, October 27, 2009
- Academic Internship Exhibit. weekdays 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Oct. 12 through 30, 2009, Chang Gallery, Seaton Hall. Projects by student participants in the spring and summer 2009 academic internship programs will be on display.
- Community Service Week. October 24-30, 2009. K-State students and community members will volunteer their time and energy to provide needed assistance for the area service agencies.
- Provost and Senior Vice President Candidate Public Seminar: Dr. April Mason. 3:45 to 5 p.m., Ballroom, K-State Alumni Center. Dr. Mason is the Dean of the College of Applied Human Sciences, Colorado State University. Faculty, students, staff and the general public are invited. A reception will follow from 5 to 5:45 p.m.
- Halloween Costume Ball. 7:30 to 10 p.m., Union Station, K-State Student Union. Free to all K-State students. Sponsored by the K-State Swing and Salsa Society.
- Last Tuesdays. 5:30 to 7 p.m., Cat's Pause Room, K-State Student Union. Last Tuesday's brings entrepreneurs, researchers and investors together on the last Tuesday of every month to explore opportunities for collaboration and enhance the probability of wealth creation in our community. Register.
- Children's Carnival: Thriller. 6:30 to 8 p.m., Courtyard, K-State Student Union. Costume contest, MJ's "Thriller" dance competition, and more.
- Wednesday, October 28, 2009
- Academic Internship Exhibit. weekdays 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Oct. 12 through 30, 2009, Chang Gallery, Seaton Hall. Projects by student participants in the spring and summer 2009 academic internship programs will be on display.
- Community Service Week. October 24-30, 2009. K-State students and community members will volunteer their time and energy to provide needed assistance for the area service agencies.
- Fighting for a Life - GLBTQ Individuals and Suicide Risk. 12:30 to 2:30 p.m., 206 K-State Student Union. Presented by Michael Nelson, Unitarian Minister and Barbara Pearson, Ph.D - Counseling. Learn about the impact of issues such as discrimination and fear on the lives of GLBTQ individuals and how providing a SafeZone can help decrease the risk of suicide. Registration.
- Provost and Senior Vice President Candidate Public Seminar: Dr. Ralph Richardson. 3:45 to 5 p.m., Ballroom, K-State Alumni Center. Dr. Richardson is the Dean of the College of Veterinary Medicine, Kansas State University. Faculty, students, staff and the general public are invited. A reception will follow from 5 to 5:45 p.m.
- The Return of the Great Pumpkin Carving Contest. 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., K-State Student Union. Pick up your pumpkin in the UPC office. Entries due for judging in UPC office Oct. 29 by 4 p.m.
- Thursday, October 29, 2009
- Academic Internship Exhibit. weekdays 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Oct. 12 through 30, 2009, Chang Gallery, Seaton Hall. Projects by student participants in the spring and summer 2009 academic internship programs will be on display.
- Community Service Week. October 24-30, 2009. K-State students and community members will volunteer their time and energy to provide needed assistance for the area service agencies.
- Colloquium: Engaging Health, Changing Lives. 1 to 5 p.m., Flint Hills Room, K-State Student Union. The event will highlight what K-State faculty and students are doing to improve the health of fellow Kansans and citizens worldwide.
- Up 'til Dawn Letter Writing Party. 6 to midnight, Ballroom, K-State Student Union.
- Friday, October 30, 2009
- Academic Internship Exhibit. weekdays 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Oct. 12 through 30, 2009, Chang Gallery, Seaton Hall. Projects by student participants in the spring and summer 2009 academic internship programs will be on display.
- Community Service Week. October 24-30, 2009. K-State students and community members will volunteer their time and energy to provide needed assistance for the area service agencies.
- K-State's Assessment Showcase. 9 a.m. to noon, K-State Student Union. The showcase will feature best practices in assessment of student learning across the university. We encourage all College Assessment Review Committee (CARC) members and those responsible for Student Learning Outcomes to attend with a special invitation to anyone interested in seeing outstanding examples of assessment practices at K-State.
- The Return of the Great Pumpkin Carving Contest Results Displayed. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Courtyard, K-State Student Union.
- After Hours: Creepy Cookie Creations. 9:30 to 10:30 p.m., Courtyard, K-State Student Union.
- Film: The Rocky Horror Picture Show. Pre-show at 10:30 p.m., film at midnight. Ballroom, K-State Student Union. Admission $5. Dress up. Bags provided.
- Saturday, October 31, 2009
- Film: The Hitcher. 7 and 9:30 p.m., Forum Hall, K-State Student Union. Admission $1.
- Monday, November 2, 2009
- Provost and Senior Vice President Candidate Public Seminar: Dr. Maureen Grasso. 3:45 to 5 p.m., Ballroom, K-State Alumni Center. Dr. Grasso is the Dean of the Graduate School at the University of Georgia. Faculty, students, staff and the general public are invited. A reception will follow at 5 p.m. Watch the live video stream.
- Lecture: The Width and Depth of Landscape Architecture by Scott Smith. 4:30 to 6 p.m., 212 K-State Student Union.
- Alumni Honoree Exhibit. Weekdays 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Nov. 2 through Nov. 13, 2009, Chang Gallery, Seaton Hall.
- Tuesday, November 3, 2009
- Alumni Honoree Exhibit. Weekdays 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Nov. 2 through Nov. 13, 2009, Chang Gallery, Seaton Hall.
- Scholarship Workshop. 3:30 to 4:30 p.m., Ballroom, K-State Student Union. Find out where to look for scholarships, how to create a winning scholarship application, how to maximize your financial assistance opportunities, and enjoy live music.
- Sexual Assault and Healing. Cancelled. 3:45 to 5:15 p.m., 212 K-State Student Union. Presented by Mary Todd, Director - Women's Center. Learn about the process of healing after the trauma of a sexual assault and how you and our community can play a role in that process. Registration.
- Provost and Senior Vice President Candidate Public Seminar: Dr. Marvin Kaiser. 3:45 to 5 p.m., Ballroom, K-State Alumni Center. Dr. Kaiser is the Dean of the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences at Portland State University. Faculty, students, staff and the general public are invited. A reception will follow at 5 p.m. Watch the live video stream.
- Wednesday, November 4, 2009
- Alumni Honoree Exhibit. Weekdays 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Nov. 2 through Nov. 13, 2009, Chang Gallery, Seaton Hall.
- Campus Health Fair: Rock your Health. 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Courtyard, K-State Student Union. Come learn about the health services available for K-State students and meet Lafene's staff. Students attending the health fair will have the opportunity to win prizes and get plenty of freebies!
- Lecture: Overview of Smart Grid Applications by John D. McDonald. 4 p.m., Fiedler Hall Auditorium. McDonald, P.E., general manager, marketing for GE Energy T&D, is a veteran of 35 years in the electric utility industry. Free and open to the public.
- Thursday, November 5, 2009
- Alumni Honoree Exhibit. Weekdays 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Nov. 2 through Nov. 13, 2009, Chang Gallery, Seaton Hall.
- Dining Etiquette Workshop. 5:30 p.m., Gold Room, Derby Food Center. Learn the finer points of business dining etiquette. Professional attire required. $9 or $5 with a campus meal plan. Reservation required by Oct. 30.
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