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Student Resources List
- Academic Advising
- Academic Assistance Center (Tutoring)
- Academic & Career Information Center (Assistance with Major)
- Academic Resource Centers (Derby and Kramer)
- Affirmative Action, Office of
- Alcohol & Other Drug Education
- Alcoholics Anonymous
- American Red Cross
- American with Disabilities (ADA) Compliance, City of Manhattan
- Campus Chapels
- Career & Employment Services
- CashCourse Website (online financial planning resources)
- Child Development Center
- College and Department
- Consumer and Tenant Affairs (Housing Issues)
- Counseling Services
- Crisis Center, Manhattan
- Departmental Help Rooms
- Disability Support Services
- sign language interpreters,
- testing accommodations,
- note taking assistance,
- alternative textbooks, and
- assistance with residence hall modifications.
- Diversity and Multicultural Programs
- Educational Support Services
- Family Center, K-State
- Financial Assistance, Office of Student
- Greek Life
- HandsOn Kansas State
- Coordinates and promotes campus-community volunteer activities and events
- Provides learning opportunities for students, non-profits and volunteer managers
- Trains volunteer leaders to guide others in service
- Recognizes campus and community volunteers for their efforts
- Promotes and assists with campus service-learning initiatives
- Health Department, Riley County
- Healthy Kansas
- Housing & Dining, K-State
- Human Nutrition, Department of
- International Programs, Office of
- International Student & Scholar Services
- K-State Alerts
- K -State Proud Student Opportunity Awards
- Lafene Health Center
- general medical services providing health care for illness and injury as well as physical examinations;
- allergy and immunization services including information needed for travel;
- a pharmacy dispenses new prescriptions, refills, and over-the-counter medications;
- a laboratory equipped for any laboratory testing request, including those from non-Lafene physicians;
- asthma clinic;
- sports medicine;
- physical therapy;
- x-ray;
- a full service women’s clinic.
- Libraries, K-State
- McNair Scholars Program
- Mercy Regional Health Center
- Nationally Competitive Scholarship Office
- Non-traditional Student Services
- Noontime Yoga, Women’s Center
- Parents & Family Association
- offers advice and resources,
- scholarship support for students,
- assistance in recruiting new students, and
- special programming for K-State students and their families.
- suggested readings for the college transition,
- a calendar to help you anticipate student transition issues,
- a career development timeline, and
- other resources for parents and family members of students.
- Pawnee Mental Health Services
- Personal Financial Planning Clinic
- Police Department, K-State
- Police Department, Riley County
- Powercat Financial Counseling
- Recreational Services
- Regional Prevention Center of Northeast Kansas
- Registrar's Office
- class schedule development,
- enrollment reporting,
- grade collection and dissemination,
- maintenance and archival of student academic records,
- student enrollment,
- undergraduate catalog production, and
- transcript production.
- Religious Activities
- Research & Extension, K-State
- SafeRide
- SafeZone Allies
- Stone House Child Care Center
- Student Activities & Services, Office of
- Student Legal Services
- Student Life, Office of
- provides direct support and services to students,
- connects students with accurate referrals,
- advocates for students in a variety of settings,
- encourages appreciation of diverse experiences and perspectives,
- coordinates the university response to campus and student crises,
- monitors the campus environment and safety issues,
- administers and advises the student judicial program, and
- provides support for student family members.
- Student Union Dining Services, K-State
- Student Union, K-State
- Study Abroad
- Testing Programs & Services
- UFM Community Learning Center
- Union Program Council
- Veterinary Medical Counseling Services
- Wildcat Walk
- Women’s Center
- Writing Center, The
Academic Advising
Academic Assistance Center
Find resources on the K-State Academic Advising website to help you prepare before meeting with your advisor.
Website: www.k-state.edu/advising
Academic Assistance Center
Having a hard time transitioning into college-level academics? Need help with homework? The Academic Assistance Center (AAC) provides programs for students who are having difficulty transitioning into school academically and may need more structure and support. Free tutoring is provided for a variety of introductory courses. They also administer entrance and professional exams. Another program offered through AAC is the Academic Transition program which provides social, emotional, and academic support to underrepresented students during their first year or when they are at-risk academically.
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Trying to decide on a major? Unsure which career choice is the best for you? At ACIC, students are able to meet with someone to ask questions, or take a free career assessment. Students may also enroll in Academic and Career Decisions (EDCEP120) to explore majors, define values and interests, and explore careers. Print resources are also available for career information, salary information, employment profiles, K-State curriculum guides, and graduate school materials.
Hide DescriptionAcademic Resource Centers (Derby & Kramer)
The Academic Resource Centers in Derby and Kramer Dining Centers offer a number of services to help you succeed including free tutoring, computer labs, study space, printing and copying. Check out their website for more information! There is also a Student Leadership Center in Derby that provides students living in the residence halls with opportunities to develop their leadership skills.
E-Mail: housing@k-state.edu
Website: housing.k-state.edu/arc (Academic Resource Centers)
Phone:
785.532.2646 (Derby)
785.532.3491 (Kramer)
Affirmative Action
Have you been affected by biased acts or harassment? Have you been discriminated against because of your race, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religious or political beliefs, economic status, or any other differences that have led to misunderstandings, hostility, and injustice? If so, the Office of Affirmative Action provides prompt and equitable resolution of your complaint.
Hide DescriptionAlcohol and Other Drug Education Services
The Alcohol and Other Drug Education Service program is focused toward the K-State and Manhattan community. The major purpose of the program is to provide accurate and timely information on the physical effects and social issues related to alcohol and other drug use. Services available for students include educational presentations, consultation, basic assessment, intervention assistance, and referral services. See the e-Chug link below for self-assessment and receive a feedback profile.
Website: http://www.k-state.edu/counseling/student/alcohol.htm
E-Chug - www.k-state.edu/counseling/student/echug.htm
Phone: 785-532-6927
Alcoholics Anonymous
Alcoholics Anonymous
Alcoholics Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help other to recover from alcoholism. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking. There are no dues or fees for AA membership; they are self-supporting through our own contributions. Check out the website for more information on meeting locations, times, and contact information. Their phone is answered 24 hours.
Website: http://www.aakansas.org/aaks
Phone: 785-537-8511
American Red Cross
The American Red Cross offers a number of different educational and training programs such as First Aid/CPR, lifeguard training, and workplace training. They also offer a variety of emergency services such as disaster services and community blood drives.
Hide DescriptionManhattan's Americans with Disabilities Act Compliance Office
Americans with Disabilities Act Compliance Office
As the City’s ADA coordinator, Larry Hackney ensures that the City’s programs, facilities, and services are compliant with Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act. He provides informational and technical support to businesses, individuals, and other entities external to the City government. He works closely with disability advocacy groups, helps to solve problems, and looks into disability related complaints.
E-Mail: hackney@ci.manhattan.ks.us
Website: www.ci.manhattan.ks.us/index.asp?NID=427
Phone: 785.587.2443
Campus Chapels
Two memorial chapels on campus, Danforth and All Faiths, are available
for worship services, weddings, and private meditation. Read more about the chapels. Contact the coordinator of religious activities for questions or information about chapel availability.
Website: http://www.k-state.edu/studentlife/about/offices.htm
Phone: 785-532-6432
Career and Employment Services
Need a part-time job? Looking for an internship for the summer? Graduating and need a job? Career & Employment Services provides career advising, training, employment connections, and resources to K-State students, alumni, faculty, administration, employers and members of the community which the university serves. The professional advising staff at CES is available to assist students with resume development, interview skills, job searching, and other career-related concerns.
Hide DescriptionCash Course
Cash Course
The CashCourse website provides numerous resources on financial basics, paying for college, college life, and the world of work. Information about find scholarships, creating a budget, stretching your dollars, dealing with debit and credit cards, and more is available on this site. If you have a financial question, try this out first.
Website: www.cashcourse.org/ksu
Child Development Services
The K-State Child Development Center is a non-profit organization designed to support the K-State community by providing quality care and learning experiences for young children of faculty, staff, students and alumni. The center also provides a place for K-State students to work, do course-work observations, practicums and internships. The Center currently offers four different developmentally designed programs to meet the needs of the five different age groups of the children we serve, from 1 year to 12 years of age. They also offer r educed fees for low-income faculty/staff/alumni, transportation to and from all schools, full-day care, flexible care, and drop-in care. They have different enrollment options, educational and recreational field trips, and resources for parents.
Location:
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College and Departments
Talk to someone in your College and/or Department to find out opportunities for scholarships, fellowships, internships, research experiences, and more. They may be able to lead you in the right direction for your field of interest. Phone numbers for the Colleges and Departments are located on the website.
Website: www.k-state.edu/directories/academic.html
Hide DescriptionConsumer & Tenant Affairs
The Consumer and Tenant Affairs Office serves Kansas State University students by disseminating information in consumer and tenant matters. CTA will provide information on landlord/tenant rights and responsibilities and aid in the resolution of consumer complaints regarding products and/or services. CTA also provides several brochures regarding consumer issues and landlord/tenant information.
Email: osas@k-state.edu
Website: www.k-state.edu/osas/cta.htm
Phone: 785.532.6541 (Call to make an appointment)
Counseling Services
Having a hard time adjusting on campus? Problems dealing with stress, family, relationships, alcohol, eating disorders, or other issues? Counseling services provides short-term, focused counseling in the areas of: decision-making, crisis intervention, solution, adjustment, and matters of personal concern. They also assist in identifying and referring additional resources on campus and in the community. Check out their website resource page for self-help tips. Also, the Alcohol and Other Drug Education office supports access to personal assessment on alcohol and other drug use.
Hide DescriptionCrisis Center
Crisis Center
The Crisis Center provides confidential comprehensive services for victims of sexual assault and domestic abuse including: 24 hour hotline, crisis intervention, emergency transportation, safe shelter, advocacy, food and subsistence, referral, battered women's support group, rape support group, emotional support and understanding. The staff also provides educational presentations for classes and interested groups.
Phone: Administration Office 785.539-7935
Crisis Line 785.539-2785 or 800.727.2785
Departmental Help Groups
Departmental Help Groups
Biology – Ackert Hall, see specific course syllabus
Chemistry – Chemistry/Biology Bldg, room 212
Economics – Durland Hall, room 1069
Mathematics – Burt Hall, room 204; Cardwell Hall, rooms 120, 122, 129, 130, 131; Leasure Hall, room 201
Physics – Cardwell Hall, room 224
Statistics – Dickens Hall, room 04
Disability Support Services
The Disability Support Services office provides a wide range of accommodations and services to students with documented disabilities. Services and accommodations are individually designed to address the specific needs of the student.
Examples of accommodations are:
DSS also offers a shuttle van for students with temporary injuries as well as those with permanent physical disabilities to aid them in getting to their classes.
Hide DescriptionDiversity & Multicultural Programs
Diversity and multicultural programs are overseen by the Office of Diversity & Dual Career Development. They provide a network of support for multicultural students, foster leadership development, and generate campus programs that affirm cultural heritage. There are twenty-three multicultural student organizations that provide numerous observances, dances, step shows, and more.
Hide DescriptionEducational Support Services
Educational Supportive Services is a federally funded TRIO Program. Their goal is to help first-generation, low-income and disabled Kansas State University students earn their undergraduate degrees. They provide services to help students improve class performance and find the necessary resources (academic, financial, career, etc.) on campus and in the community so that they graduate achieve their life goals. All services are free to program participants.
Hide DescriptionK-State Family Center
The K-State Family Center provides individual, couple, family and group therapy. Marriage and family therapy faculty, doctoral and master’s students staff the center. The Family Center provides a range of services including: Relationship counseling, Family therapy, Play therapy, Child and adolescent therapy, Divorce and separation adjustment, Counseling for single-parent families, Counseling for blended families, Therapy for those dealing with grief and loss, Trauma therapy, Individual therapy for those dealing with life transitions, chronic illness, anxiety and depression, Parent education programming and parent counseling, and Mediation.
Hide DescriptionStudent Financial Assistance
Questions about your financial aid at K-State? Not sure how to fill out your FAFSA or have questions regarding other forms financial aid, including scholarships? Talk to your personal financial aid advisor or a peer advisor at the Office of Student Financial Assistance or check out our financial aid calendar for more information.
E-Mail: finaid@k-state.edu
Website: www.k-state.edu/sfa
Phone: 785.532.6420 or 877.817.2287 (toll free)
Greek Life
The K-State fraternity and sorority community is dedicated to the personal and professional development of members through a wide range of activities and experiences. We are committed to promoting life-long involvement in individual organizations as well as our collective community to positively impact the lives of both undergraduate and alumni members while building and maintaining a fraternity and sorority community worthy enough to serve the university and the people of Manhattan.
Hide DescriptionHandsOn Kansas State
HandsOn Kansas State is a program of Kansas State University’s School of Leadership Studies and builds capacity for dynamic campus and community volunteer efforts. As an action center affiliate with the HandsOn Network, HandsOn Kansas State:
Riley County Health Department
The Riley County Health Department provides clinics and community programs. They provide education through brochures, presentations, and newsletters on nutrition, fitness, flu/cold prevention, smoking cessation, and much more. Their clinics provide family planning, immunizations, HIV/AIDS care, communicable diseases, and more.
Website: www.rileycountyks.gov/index.asp?NID=286
Phone: 785.776.4779
Healthy Kansas
Healthy Kansas
Healthy Kansas is a program out of the Kansas Department of Health and Environment. Their website provides resources for increasing your activity level, eating better, and avoiding tobacco use. The 24-hour toll-free Kansas Tobacco Quitline provides screening, counseling, support materials, and referral for tobacco cessation.
Email: healthykansas@kdhe.state.ks.us
Website: www.healthykansas.org
Tobacco Quitline: 1-866-KAN-STOP (1-866-526-7867)
Housing and Dining Services
Housing & Dining Services offers number of different living environment, nutritious food, and interpersonal opportunities available for you. They also oversee the Academic Resource Centers. Check out their website for more information on what is available!
E-Mail: housing@k-state.edu
Website: housing.k-state.edu
http://housing.k-state.edu/dining (Dining Resources)
Phone: 785.532.6453
Department of Human Nutrition
The Department of Human Nutrition, in the College of Human Ecology, discovers, disseminates and applies knowledge to promote improved food choices, nutritional status, and well-being of people.
Office of International Programs
The mission of the Office of International Programs (OIP) is to lead the internationalization of K-State by supporting and collaborating with faculty, students, and scholars.
The OIP oversees the following units: Study Abroad, the English Language Program, the International Student Center, and International Recruiting for K-State. OIP also organizes a variety of international events such as International Education Week (occurs in Fall), International Week (occurs in Spring), International Buddies Program, International Educator Award, and much more. Please check out their website to learn more about what's happening with International Programs.
The Friends of International Programs at K-State is a group of interested individuals dedicated to supporting the activities of OIP by fundraising for public and individual groups. The Friends organization connects K-State alumni, faculty, staff, students and community members in order to create a global community committed to excellence in all international endeavors to improve international understanding. Student Memberships are available; please visit www.k-state.edu/oip/friends for more information.
Hide DescriptionInternational Student and Scholar Services
The staff members in International Student and Scholar Services provide vital services for K-State’s international students, scholars, and their families. K-State has over 2,000 international students and scholars from over 100 countries. This includes advice on U.S. immigration regulations, support during their stay in the U.S., and cultural programs. The staff assists them with visa and passport issues, work authorization, entry and exit documentation, certification of status forms, housing, programming and personal concerns. Programs include: Orientations for students, scholars, and dependents, Coffee Hour, Basic Language Training, and International Speaker's Bureau.
Hide DescriptionK-State Alerts
K-State Alerts
K-State Alerts is Kansas State University's emergency notification system that gives campus authorities the ability to communicate emergency information quickly to the university community. K-State Alerts will be used when a dangerous condition exists on campus (e.g. active shooter, storm in process, dangerous debris from storm), when a decision to close the campus has been made or when a decision to reopen the campus following a forced closure has been made. To receive emergency notifications by text or phone, you must enroll in K-State Alerts through the eProfile system. Only current faculty, staff, and students with an active eID are eligible to sign up for text messages and phone alerts. This includes K-Staters at the Manhattan and Salina campuses, distance students and those at research and extension offices. Eligible K-Staters can add contact information of parents, children and spouses when they sign up.
Hide DescriptionK-State Proud Student Opportunity Awards
K-State Proud Student Opportunity Awards
Administered by the K-State Student Foundation, K-State Proud Awards are allocated by the Student Opportunity Awards committee to help students who are struggling to make ends meet and have exhausted all other forms of financial assistance. Faculty are encouraged to nominate deserving students, students may nominate fellow students, or the student may self nominate. K-State Proud Awards have no application deadline; awards are made year-round. These awards are made possible through donations to the student-centered philanthropic campaign, K-State Proud.
Website: www.found.k-state.edu/k-stateproud
Phone: 785.532.6266
Lafene Health Center
Lafene Health Center offers K-State students comprehensive, high quality, easily accessible, affordable outpatient health care. Lafene also serves as a resource and an advocate for health education, promotion and wellness.
Services include:
The Health Promotion/Nutrition Counseling Department provides nutrition counseling to include a self assessment tool through Lafene’s web site; presentations on health topics; peer education programs; and CPR certification. Health Educators also teach an 8 week college health course available for 3 credit hours – enrollment in EDCEP 103 available through iSIS.
E-Mail: lafene@k-state.edu
Website: http://www.k-state.edu/lafene
Phone: 785-532-.6544 (general); 785.532.6554 (women’s clinic);
785-.532-.6595 (health promotion & nutrition counseling)
K-State Libraries
K-State Libraries
Librarians and staff at the six K-State Libraries are always happy to point you in the right direction, whether you’re looking for the stacks or researching an esoteric topic. Walk up to any of our Help Desks, or contact us via phone, email, chat, or text using the Ask a Librarian link on our home page. Increase your research effectiveness by coming in for a class or a tour. In Hale Library, pull a Collaboration Station to your favorite spot and see how much easier group work becomes when you have a giant screen. Or, for more solitary scholarly pursuits, hit the first floor quiet zone or find a secluded nook. When you need a break, grab a coffee or snack from the Bookend Café, a book from our Leisure Reading collection, and settle on a comfy couch.
For those days when you just can’t make it to campus, access to electronic journals, databases, ebooks, tutorials, subject guides, and expert help is available from the Libraries’ website at www.lib.k-state.edu.
Website: http://www.lib.ksu.edu
Phone: 785.532.3014
McNair Scholars Program
The McNair Scholars Program is a comprehensive program structured to prepare undergraduates for successful careers as graduate students, professors, and professional researchers. This preparation is offered in the form of classes, colloquia, advising, tutoring, faculty mentoring, and the completion of a Summer Research Internship. A McNair Scholar is an American citizen or permanent resident. A K-State McNair Scholar must be currently enrolled at Kansas State University as a sophomore or above. Additionally, McNair Scholars are from socio-economic groups which are under-represented in graduate programs and college faculties across the country.
Hide DescriptionMercy Regional Health Center
Mercy Regional Health Center provides a number of different resources, programs, and educational services, such as sleep disorder services, nutrition clinic, occupational health, pain management, weight management, and much more.
Website: http://mercyregional.org
Phone: 785.776.3322
National Competitive Scholarship Office
The Nationally Competitive Scholarship Office advises K-State students as they seek to identify and compete for scholarships and other academic prizes that are nationally and internationally competitive--- such as the Rhodes, Marshall, Truman, Goldwater and Udall. Although the office is located within the College of Arts and Sciences, its charge and goal is to assist students in all KSU Colleges. Please see Jim Hohenbary if you have any questions or would just like to talk about possible opportunities. Check out their Website for more information and resources on scholarships and fellowships. You should consult with your Department and/or the Office of Student Financial Assistance if you seek money awarded by K-State.
Hide DescriptionNon-traditional Student Services
Are you 25 years or older, married, a parent, ,a veteran or returning to school after 3 or more years? If so, Non-traditional Student Services is available to assist your needs and to help you connect to the campus and community. They offer a variety of information including: child care services, scholarships, tutoring, peer networking, housing, and more.
Hide DescriptionWomen's Center
The K-State Women’s Center works to promote a safe and equitable work and learning environment for all K-State students through advocacy, presentations, academic classes, training, and referral. Over 150 K-State men and women from all majors comprise the Women’s Center’s student group, W.A.R. (Wildcats Against Rape), dedicated to raising awareness and lowering the incidence of campus sexual violence. The P.E.E.R.S. (Proactive Educators for the Elimination of Rape and Sexual Violence) class is taught by the K-State Women’s Center Director and is founded on the belief that students can effectively educate each other on issues concerning rape and sexual/relationship violence. The K-State Women’s Center sexual assault advocate provides 24-hour assistance for K-State students who have been victimized by violence or who are threatened by biased, hateful, or criminal behavior. Staff members work with individuals who are filing complaints under K-State’s Policy Prohibiting Sexual Violence and with offices and agencies on and off campus who can help students with law enforcement, legal, medical, and academic concerns. We promote a healthy, caring campus through SafeZone (http://www.k-state.edu/safezone/), nonviolence works http://www.k-state.edu/nonviolence/index.htm and such projects as the Manhattan Empty Bowls Project.
Hide DescriptionParents and Family Association
The Parent and Family Association exists to help and support families throughout their students’ experiences.
The Association
Online resources include:
Pawnee Mental Health Services
If you're feeling stressed or distressed, having problems with alcohol or other drugs, depression, anxiety, family or marital difficulties, or a variety of other concerns, you could benefit from the help of a mental health professional. If you have trouble just getting through the day, or if an emotional problem or substance abuse is interfering with your job or relationships, you should seek help. If you feel you are in crisis right now, Pawnee therapists are on call 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Website: http://www.pawnee.org
Phone: 785-587-4300 (outpatient mental health & substance abuse services)
24-Hour emergencies 800-609-2002
Personal Financial Planning Clinic, Institute of
Personal Financial Planning Clinic
555 Poyntz, Suite 231
Colony Square Building,
2nd floor
The Financial Planning Clinic (FPC) works with individuals, couples, and families experience financial issues. The FPC is a collaborative environment working with financial planners, financial counselors as well as individual, couple, and relationship therapists to provide comprehensive services for you. They also offer educational seminars and presentation services related to: budgeting, financial decisions-making, risk profiling, financial conflict management, pre-marital and marital financial counseling, debt repayment, establishing credit, and understanding credit scores.
Hide DescriptionK-State Police Department / Wildcat Walk
Wildcat Walk provides a safe escort any time, anywhere on campus. If you feel unsafe or uncomfortable at any time of day or night, call 785-395-7233 (395-SAFE), or push one of the blue light emergency buttons found throughout the K-State campus. An escort will meet you and walk you to another on-campus destination or up to two blocks off-campus. If you are driving to campus, you can arrange to be met in your parking lot and be escorted to the residence halls or another location. This service operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and is provided by the K-State Police Department.
E-Mail: police@k-state.edu
Website: www.k-state.edu/police
Phone: 785.532.6412
Wildcat Walk 395-SAFE (7233)
Riley County Police Department
The Riley County Police Department has adopted the community policing philosophy and is working with the citizens of this community to provide a safe and friendly community. The RCPD offers opportunities like the neighborhood watch, citizen's police academy, auxiliary officers, as well as many other opportunities to partner with the police department and keep our community safe.
Hide DescriptionPowercat Financial Counseling
Powercat Financial Counseling assists students with financial decisions including budgeting, investing, loan consolidation, credit, etc. The center is free to K-State students and uses a Peer Mentor program where students studying financial planning provide one-on-one peer financial counseling and education to fellow students. In addition to individual student counseling, the center provides free workshops to campus groups and organizations about various financial topics. The goal of Powercat Financial Counseling is to improve the financial literacy and success of all K-State students.
Hide DescriptionRecreational Services
Recreational Services administers the intramural/recreational sports, fitness programs, sports clubs, and the K-State Challenge Course for the campus at the Chester E. Peters Recreation Complex and the Ahearn Natatorium (swimming pools). Along with their group fitness programs, they offer personal trainers and nutrition services. Sports medicine services are also available. If you would like a presentation or workshop, Wildcat personal trainers are available throughout the semester.
E-Mail: recservices@k-state.edu
Website: http://recservices.k-state.edu
Phone: 785-532-6980
Rec Check 785-532-6000
Regional Prevention Center
The Regional Prevention Center provides leadership in achieving outcomes to reduce the risk for adolescent behaviors through enhancing protective factors in important areas of children's lives: community, family, peers and school. They do that through a number of different trainings, events, and other programs.
Hide DescriptionRegistrar's Office
The Registrar's Office is the official source of student academic information.
Their services include:
For questions about policies, procedures, deadlines, and more check out their website.
E-Mail: registrar@ksu.edu
Website: http://www.k-state.edu/registrar
Academic Calendar Deadlines: http://www.k-state.edu/cgi-bin/eventview/registrar/academic
Phone: 785-532-6254
Religious Activities
On-campus religious organizations and worshiping congregations in the Manhattan area welcome members of the K-State community to a rich variety of services and programs. The coordinator of religious activities can provide information about faith issues and pastoral care and connect students to campus ministers who represent a wide variety of faith traditions.
K-State Research and Extension
K-State Research and Extension
K-State Research and Extension is dedicated to strong, healthy communities, family and youth through integrated research, analysis and education. They provide a variety of online resources about health and nutrition, home, family and youth, environment, and more.
Website: www.oznet.k-state.edu
Phone: 785.537.6147
SafeRide
No designated driver or in a threatening situation? Need a ride home from Aggieville? Need a ride home from another location? SafeRide will get you home within the Manhattan area safely Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays from 11:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m. One person in the party must show current K-State ID in order to receive a ride for a party of up to 4 individuals. There are now two designated routes in areas near campus, which you can find on the SafeRide website below. Only available when school is in session!
Website: www.k-state.edu/osas/saferide
(administration) 785-532-6541
Safe Zone
SafeZone
SafeZone is coalition of campus faculty/staff and students who are trained to be a resource to all members of the campus community. Allies are trained to help students in need by listening and then offering information and referral to helpful campus resources. Allies are visible by their posting the SafeZone logo at their desk/workspace and by their being listed on the SafeZone website map and directory (see website for details at http://www.k-state.edu/safezone).
Website: www.k-state.edu/safezone/
Email: safezone@k-state.edu
The Stone House
The Stone House and playground provide space for two groups of children - toddlers, ranging in age from 18 months to 3 years, and preschoolers, aged 3 to 5 years. Children who are eligible by age to enter kindergarten are not eligible for the program. The toddler group accommodates 12 children, and 18 children are enrolled in the preschool program. The center is available only for full-day enrollments, five days a week. The hours are 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., and the center is open for most of the year, with the exception of University holidays - three weeks in August and two weeks at the end of December.
Website: www.humec.k-state.edu/stonehouse
Phone: 785-532-3536
Office of Student Activities and Services
a. The purpose of the Office of Student Activities and Services is to complement the academic programs of study at K-State and to enhance the overall educational experience of students through exposure to and participation in social, cultural, recreational, and governance programs. With over 450 student organizations, students can learn about student organizations already registered or start a new organization in OSAS. OSAS also has resources for students and organization advisors for applying for SGA funding and planning events.
Hide DescriptionStudent Legal Services
Student Legal Services is offered to K-State students at no charge. If you are having a legal issue, make an appointment with the attorney. Note: There are some cases which the attorney cannot handle; however, the attorney may be able to give advice on the issue. For more information, check out the website below.
Email: osas@k-state.edu
Website: www.k-state.edu/osas/legal.htm
Phone: 785.532.6541 (Call to make an appointment)
Office of Student Life
The Office of Student Life is where students, parents, faculty, and staff can turn for help and guidance with student concerns. Our mission is to enhance the K-State student experience and promote student success in the classroom and in life.
The Office of Student Life:
K-State Union Dining Services
K-State Student Union Dining Services offers an array of food and beverage selections, designed to meet a variety of needs. Their website provides nutrition information, tools, a Q&A section, and links to other nutrition resources.
Website: www.dineoncampus.com/kstate
K-State Student Union
The K-State Student Union is the living room for the campus community and plays an integral role in the educational mission of the University. It provides products, services, building a sense of community, and programs to enhance the quality of life of its students, faculty, staff, alumni, and guests, with particular emphasis on students. The Union fosters an environment that promotes respect for all peoples and values diversity, leadership, development, and the free exchange of ideas.
Website: www.union.k-state.edu
Phone: 785-532-6591
Study Abroad Program
The Study Abroad Office at Kansas State University coordinates education abroad opportunities, prepares students for valuable international experiences, supports faculty & staff in developing education abroad efforts, and maintains partnerships in the campus community and abroad to ensure high quality programs.
The Study Abroad Office, in Fairchild 304, is the first stop for students interested in studying in another country. K-State offers a variety of academic experiences that prepare students for success in an increasingly diverse world. Programs range from short term group programs to individual semester and year long experiences in six continents. Many students qualify for scholarships and financial aid. For more information, visit http://www.k-state.edu/studyabroad/, become our friend on Facebook: "Wildcats Abroad" or follow us on Twitter: "KSUStudyAbroad"
Hide DescriptionTesting Programs and Services
Testing Programs and Services is offered through the Academic Assistance Center. They offer entrance and professional exams often required for entrance into undergraduate, graduate, or professional programs. They also offer students a variety of credit-by-examination opportunities through which a student may earn academic credit in specific courses.
Hide DescriptionUFM
UFM is a non-profit campus and community education program serving Kansas State University, the Manhattan area and communities across Kansas. UFM offers both credit and non-credit courses. UFM provides opportunities for lifelong learning and personal development and serves as a forum for the exchange of ideas and as a catalyst for new programs and services that enhance the quality of life for all. UFM provides classes in a variety of areas, some of which include: career & finance, health & wellness, language, martial arts, food, and much more.
Hide DescriptionUnion Program Council
Union Program Council (UPC) provides entertainment to K-State's community and an opportunity for students to gain leadership skills. UPC students determine the movies you see on weekends, select the comedians that make you laugh, choose the art exhibited in the William T. Kemper Art Gallery, decide which controversial issues speakers address, expose you to different cultures with our multicultural programming, and organize our substance-free After Hours every Friday night during school.
Website: http://www.k-state.edu/upc
Phone: 785.532.6571
Veterinary Medical Counseling Service
Counseling Services in the College of Veterinary Medicine offers a convenient location for busy veterinary medical students to discuss individual, couple, or family concerns. Common challenges addressed are depression, anxiety, relationship distress, transitional stress, grief and loss, school/life balance, study skills, and time management. All services are free to participants and there are no restrictions on the number of possible sessions. Please note eligibility for services is limited to veterinary medical students.
E-mail: mhafen@vet.ksu.edu
Phone: 785.532.4448
K-State Police Department / Wildcat Walk
Wildcat Walk provides a safe escort any time, anywhere on campus. If you feel unsafe or uncomfortable at any time of day or night, call 785-395-7233 (395-SAFE), or push one of the blue light emergency buttons found throughout the K-State campus. An escort will meet you and walk you to another on-campus destination or up to two blocks off-campus. If you are driving to campus, you can arrange to be met in your parking lot and be escorted to the residence halls or another location. This service operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and is provided by the K-State Police Department.
E-Mail: police@k-state.edu
Website: www.k-state.edu/police
Phone: 785.532.6412
Wildcat Walk 395-SAFE (7233)
Women's Center
The K-State Women’s Center works to promote a safe and equitable work and learning environment for all K-State students through advocacy, presentations, academic classes, training, and referral. Over 150 K-State men and women from all majors comprise the Women’s Center’s student group, W.A.R. (Wildcats Against Rape), dedicated to raising awareness and lowering the incidence of campus sexual violence. The P.E.E.R.S. (Proactive Educators for the Elimination of Rape and Sexual Violence) class is taught by the K-State Women’s Center Director and is founded on the belief that students can effectively educate each other on issues concerning rape and sexual/relationship violence. The K-State Women’s Center sexual assault advocate provides 24-hour assistance for K-State students who have been victimized by violence or who are threatened by biased, hateful, or criminal behavior. Staff members work with individuals who are filing complaints under K-State’s Policy Prohibiting Sexual Violence and with offices and agencies on and off campus who can help students with law enforcement, legal, medical, and academic concerns. We promote a healthy, caring campus through SafeZone (http://www.k-state.edu/safezone/), nonviolence works http://www.k-state.edu/nonviolence/index.htm and such projects as the Manhattan Empty Bowls Project.
Hide DescriptionThe Writing Center
The Writing Center is a comfortable space to talk about writing with a friendly student tutor. Writing Center tutors work one-on-one with students at any stage of the writing process, whether you are brainstorming, revising, or just want someone to look at your draft. Focused on a writer’s concerns, Writing Center tutors are happy to talk with students of any academic background. Located in the English Department/Counseling Services Building, Room 122D, the Writing Center is open Monday through Friday. Undergraduate students may sign up for a free 30 minute session or enroll in ENGL 030 for weekly consultations.
Website: www.k-state.edu/english/writingcenter
Phone: 785.532.2179