K-Staters in the news - October 2006

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October 2006

Diagnostic medicine/pathobiology, Doug Powell, "Group Proposes Rules for Spinach Growers," 10/31/06 The Associated Press

Cyberbullying, Tony Jurich, "Cyberbullying has wider reach," 10/31/06 United Press International

Housing, "To Dorm or not to Dorm," 10/31/06 Progressive U

Political Science, Joe Aistrup, "Arguments at High Court Level Prevailed," 10/31/06 The Kansas City Star

Diagnostic medicine/pathobiology, Douglas Powell, "It Came From Beneath the Earth," 10/31/06 USA Today, Mercurynews.com

Architecture, Robert Condia, Michael McNamara, David Sachs, John Selfridge, students Joshua Perez, Nicholas Whitney, Aaron Dyck, "High Marks For K-State Stone Workers," 10/30/06 Manhattan Mercury

Apparel, textiles and interior design, Deborah Meyer-Brosdahl, "K-State Faculty Member Wins Apparel Award," 10/30/06 Manhattan Mercury

Political science, Joe Aistrup, "Republican PAC Spends $1.5 Million to Support Kline," 10/30/06 Lawrence Journal-World

Agronomy, Nathan Nelson, biological and agricultural engineering, Kyle Mankin, Phil Barnes, agricultural economics, Michael Langemeier, agronomy, Dan Devlin, Bill Hargrove, sociology, Theresa Selfa, "K-State Team to Study Water Quality in S. Central Kansas," 10/30/06 Cattlenetwork.com

Agricultural experiment station, Forrest Chumley, agronomy, Mitch Tuinstra, "K-State is Part of International Effort to Enhance Grain Sorghum, Millet," 10/30/06 Cattlenetwork.com

Pat Roberts Hall, Biosecurity Research Institute, "Pat Roberts Hall Dedicated at K-State," 10/30/06 WIBW 580

Kansas Bioscience Authority, "KC's Promising Bioscience Future Needs to go forward AS I SEE IT," 10/30/06 Kansas City Star

Education, Mike Ribble, "Time to Teach Digital Etiquette, Experts Suggest," 10/30/06 iTnews.com.au

Research and extension, entomology, Phil Sloderbeck, "Something Bugging You?" 10/30/06 Topeka Capital-Journal

Student, Jeff VanSickle, "Student Chosen as Study Abroad Ambassador," 10/29/06 Manhattan Mercury

Interior architecture, Stephen Murphy, architecture, planning and design, Dennis Law, "KSU's Interior Architecture Program Accredited," 10/29/06 Manhattan Mercury

Military science, Lt. Col. George Belin, military affairs, Lt. Col. Arthur DeGroat, special education, Stephen Benton, communications, Kris Boone, physics, Amit Chakrabarti, biological and agricultural engineering, Gary Clark, engineering technology, John DeLeon, psychology, Jerry Frieman, speech communication, theatre, and dance, Charlie Griffin, apparel, textiles and interior design, Carol Ann Holcomb, women studies, Angela Hubler, plant pathology, John Leslie, entomology, Jim Nechols, agronomy, Gary Pierzynski, clinical sciences, Bonnie Rush, agricultural economics, Bryan Schurle, management, Chwen Sheu, "KSU Names New Department Heads," 10/29/06 Manhattan Mercury

Biosecurity Research Institute, Jim Stack, Scott Rusk, Pat Roberts Hall, "Securing the Future," 10/29/06 Manhattan Mercury

Horticulture, Tom Warner, "Kansans Seek to Reclaim Horticulture," 10/29/06 Lawrence Journal-World

Agricultural economics, John Leatherman, "Western Kansas Sees Boon During Hunting Season," 10/29/06 Lawrence Journal-World

Family Studies and Human Services, John Grable, "So You Think You're A Risk Taker?" 10/29/06 Sun-Sentinel.com

Political science, Joe Aistrup, "Boyda Leads Aggressive Campaign Against Status Quo," 10/29/06 Topeka Capital-Journal

Political science, Joe Aistrup, "Oh Yeah, Don't Forget 3 Other Races for Congress," 10/29/06 Topeka Capital-Journal

Athletics, Bill Snyder, "Snyder Letter Good or Bad?" 10/28/06 Topeka Capital-Journal

Pat Roberts Hall, Biosecurity Research Institute, "Roberts A Good Steward," 10/28/06 Hutchinson News, Kansas City Star

Pat Roberts Hall, Biosecurity Research Institute, James Stack, "K-State Dedicates Biosecurity Research Institute Building," 10/27/06 Veterinarypracticenews.com, Manhattan Mercury

Gen. Richard B. Myers, "K-State to Rename Building in Honor of Myers," 10/27/06 Fort Riley Post

Athletics, Bill Snyder, Garry Bowman, Tim Weiser, "Snyder's Letter to KSU Fans Unnecessary," 10/27/06 Wichita Eagle

Pat Roberts Hall, Biosecurity Research Institute, "Senator Pat Roberts Cuts Ribbon on Namesake Building at K-State," 10/27/06 49 ABC News

Pat Roberts Hall, Biosecurity Research Institute, Research, Jerry Jaax, National Agricultural Biosecurity Center, David Franz, "Fighting Bio-Terrorism," 10/27/06 27 News

Political science, Joe Aistrup, "Internet Tactic Raises Concern," 10/27/06 Kansas City Star

K-State at Salina, "Corps Abandons Schilling Plan," 10/27/06 Salina Journal

Athletics, Bill Snyder, "Wildcat fans should help Prince, staff through coaching transition," 10/27/06 Manhattan Mercury

Psychology, Richard Harris, "Scary Movies Are Great For Date Nights," 10/27/06 Topeka Capital-Journal http://www.mediarelations.k-state.edu/newsreleases/oct06/scarymovie101806.html

Sociology, anthropology and social work, Laszlo Kulcsar, "Kansas Likely to be ‘Giant Retirement Community,'" 10/27/06 Lawrence Journal-World

Athletics, Bill Snyder, "Colleges Interested in Snyder," 10/27/06 Kansas City Star

Family studies and human services, Chuck Smith, "K-State Expert Applauds Effort to Teach Children to Combat School Shooters, Other Violent Intruders in the Classroom," 10/26/06 Yahoo News http://www.mediarelations.k-state.edu/newsreleases/oct06/smith102606.html

Family studies and human services, Tony Jurich, education, Mike Ribble, "K-State Experts Discuss Combating Cyberbullying," 10/26/06 Yahoo News http://www.mediarelations.k-state.edu/newsreleases/oct06/cyberbully102606.html

K-State at Salina, "Chemical Concentrations Increase in Some Salina Groundwater," 10/26/06 Kansas City Star

Mechanical and nuclear engineering, Mohammad Hosni, "Professor named national chair," 10/26/06 Manhattan Mercury

Student, Leeann Armstrong, "Student awarded for Alpaca fiber design," 10/26/06 Manhattan Mercury

K-State at Salina, "Technology to be Tested at Contamination Site," 10/25/06 Salina Journal

Administration and finance vice president, Bruce Shubert, "College Cost Increase is Small," 10/25/06 Kansas City Star

Student Laura Mann, Athletics, "Manhattan Firms Gears Up For More Success," 10/25/06 Topeka Capital-Journal

Extension, Mary Lou Odle, journalism and mass communications, Fred Brock, "Taking a Gamble on Insurance for Long-Term Care," 10/24/06 New York Times

Diagnostic medicine/pathobiology, Doug Powell, "Experts Urge Caution Handling Fresh Produce," 10/24/06 canada.com

Possible future student, "Wichita St. Launches Program to Keep Bright Students in the City," 10/24/06 Wichita Eagle

Lectures, Lou Douglas Lecture, "Mindich to Deliver Lecture at KSU," 10/24/06 Manhattan Mercury

Military science, Gen. Richard B. Myers, "Myers Gets Look at Military Transition Team Training," 10/24/06 Manhattan Mercury

Psychology, Rene Slick, "Naval Safety Center Advises Service Members on Safe Driving," 10/23/06 emilitary.com, Navy Newstand

Provost's Lecture Series, "Internet Developer To Speak at KSU," 10/11/06 Manhattan Mercury, Topeka Capital-Journal, 10/23/06 49abcnews http://www.k-state.edu/media/newsreleases/oct06/Plscerf101006.html

Biology, Mark Ungerer, student, Ying Zhen, "Sunflower Speciation Highlights Roles for Transposable Elements in Evolution," 10/23/06 EurekAlert!

Sociology, anthropology and social work, Laszlo J. Kulcsar, "Aging Population a Concern, K-State Researcher Says," 10/23/06 Manhattan Mercury http://www.k-state.edu/WEB/News/Webzine/aging/population.html

Engineering Experiment Station, Byron Jones, mechanical and nuclear engineering, M.H. Hosni, apparel, textiles and interior design, Elizabeth McCullough, "Safer Air Travel for Dummies," 10/23/06 Kansas City Star

Entomology, Kiffnie Holt, "A Little Creepy," 10/22/06 Topeka Capital-Journal

Psychology, Richard Harris, "Screen Horror Gives Guys, Girls Roles," 10/21/06 The Washington Times http://www.k-state.edu/media/newsreleases/oct06/scarymovie101806.html

K-State at Salina, student Micah Westblade, SAFECON, Aviation, Marlon Johnston, students, Nick Green, Cody Honeyman, "Message From Above," 10/21/06 Salina Journal

Political science, Dale Herspring, book announcement, 10/20/06 Chronicle of Higher Education

Research, Jerry Jaax, Nancy Jaax, "Experts Caution: Avian Flu Pandemic is Still Possible," 10/20/06 Belleville.com

Gen. Richard B. Myers, "Former Chairman of Joint Chiefs Views Team Training on Post," 10/20/06 Fort Riley Post

Biosecurity Research Institute, National Institute for Strategic Technology Acquisition and Commercialization, Nanoscale, Bioprocessing and Industrial Value Added Program, Grain Science Complex, Grain Marketing and Production Research Center, Pat Roberts Hall, Biosecurtiy Research Institute, "Manhattan, Kansas -- a Bio Tech Research Powerhouse," September 2006 Site Selection

Biosecurity Research Institute, alumnus, Pat Roberts, Gen. Richard B. Myers, "K-State to Name Buildings for Roberts, Gen. Myers," 10/20/06 Topeka Capital-Journal; Kansas City Star; Biloxi Sun Herald; Centre Daily Times, PA; San Luis Obispo Tribune, CA; Myrtle Beach Sun News, SC; Contra Costa Times, CA; Pioneer Press, MN; Fort Worth Star Telegram, TX; The State, SC; Fort Wayne Journal Gazette, IN; Lawrence Journal-World; Ledgerenquirer.com; 49abcnews.com; USNewswire; Kansas.com; 10/19/06 Manhattan Mercury http://www.mediarelations.k-state.edu/newsreleases/oct06/robertshall101906.html
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Athletics, Bob Huggins, "Big 12 Welcomes New Hoops Coach," 10/20/06 Junction City Daily Union, 10/23/06 Sports Illustrated, 10/24/06, Manhattan Mercury, 10/26/06, Topeka Capital Journal, 10/26/05, Kansas.com, 10/26/06, Manhattan Mercury,10/29/06, Kansas City Star

K-State, "FHSU Welcomes Students," 10/19/06 The University Leader, Fort Hays State University

Alumnus, Carl Gerlach, "High Honor," 10/19/06 Johnson County Sun

Student, Aaron Duerksen, "Home-schoolers Put Heads Together to Learn Robotics," 10/19/06 Bonner Springs Chieftain

K-State, "John Oncken: Farm Innovation Always a Breath of Fresh Air," 10/19/06 Madison.com

Athletics, Deb Patterson, Bob Huggins, "Patterson Says Huggins Will Only Help," 10/19/06 Manhattan Mercury

Pat Roberts Hall, Bioscience Research Institute, "KSU to honor Roberts, Myers," 10/19/06 Manhattan Mercury

Political science, Joe Aistrup, "Moderates in Kansas Decide They're Not in GOP Anymore," 10/19/06 Washington Post

Diagnostic medicine/pathobiology, William Fortney, "Family: Winterize Your Pets," 10/19/06 NBC4.tv, NBC11.com, NBC10.com, NBC30.com, NBC17.com, NBC5i.com, NBC10.com, WNBC, NBC5.com, NBC6.net

Foundation Changing Lives Campaign, "Texas Couple Creates Scholarship at K-State," 10/19/06 Topeka Capital-Journal

Alumnus Cliff Bragg, "Coffeehouses a Hip Hangout Among Young," 10/19/06 Wichita Eagle

Alumnus, Brian Wicks, "Texas Couple Donates to KSU," 10/19/06 Manhattan Mercury

History, Derek Hoff, "Topeka's Population Falls With the Times," 10/18/06 27 News

Agricultural economics, Terry Kastens, "Corn Dethrones Wheat as King in Kansas," 10/17/06 Kansas City Star; Monterey County Herald, CA; Columbus Ledger-Enquirer, GA; Biloxi Sun Herald; Kentucky.com; The State, SC; Bradenton Herald; Contra Costa Times, CA; San Luis Obispo Tribune, CA; Belleville News-Democrat, IL; The Pueblo Chieftain Onlin

Sociology, anthropology and social work, Laszlo Kulcsar, "300,000,000 and Growing: By the Time U.S. Population Figures Reach 400 Million, Shifts in Ethnicity and Age Will Put a Different Face on the Sunflower State," 10/17/06 Wichita Eagle, 10/23/06 Manhattan Mercury

College of Veterinary Medicine, "ND Stockmen's Association is Gathering Input on Checkoff Recommendations," 10/18/06 Cattlenetwork.com

Alumnus Charlie Parker, "Local Vet Clinic Celebrating 50 Years of Service to Area," 10/18/06 Hometown-pages.com

Agriculture & natural resources, Sherry Davis, "Meeting to Address Rossville's Future," 10/18/06 Topeka Capital-Journal

Alumni stores about, alumnus Earl McVicker, "ABA Chairman on CUs, Regs, Farm Credit System," 10/18/06 American Banker

English, Philip Nel, "Event to Honor Creator of 'Harold and the Purple Crayon,'" 10/17/06 Stanford University

Student Keith Dedonder, "National Award," 10/17/06 Emporia Gazette

Agricultural economics, James Mintert, "Cattle Supply: Fourth Quarter Will Be Key In Herd Expansion," 10/16/06 Cattlenetwork.com

K-State, "ESU Ranks High in Teacher Graduates," 10/16/06 Emporia Gazette

Center for Hazardous Substances, Sabine Martin, "UCM Hosts Workshop on Brownfield Sites," 10/16/06 digitalburg.com

Students, Martha Grouse, Jemmie Godwin, "Voices of Experience in 'If Truth Be Told,'" 10/16/06 Manhattan Mercury

Pork Information Gateway, "Info-Seekers in Hog Haven at KSU," 10/16/06 Topeka Capital-Journal

Alumnus, M.J. Kennedy, "Movers and Shakers," 10/16/06 Salina Journal

Royal Purple, "Mizzou's Yearbook Is a Book No More," 10/16/06 Kansas City Star

Willie the Wildcat, "Willie: He's No Longer a Head Case," 10/15/06 Manhattan Mercury

Political science, Joe Aistrup, "Stances on War in Iraq Separate Candidates," 10/15/06 Lawrence Journal-World

President Jon Wefald, military science, Dave Durnil, Alex DiBenedetto, "The Will of the Warrior," 10/15/06 Manhattan Mercury

Human nutrition, Denis Medeiros, "Kansas Bridges to Future: Minorities With Potential For Biomedical Sciences," 10/15/06 Medicalnewstoday.com

Agricultural economics, Art Barnaby, "Aid is a Bumper Crop for Farmers," 10/15/06 Washington Post; Gainesville Sun, Fla.; Fort Wayne Journal Gazette, Ind.; Topeka Capital-Journal

Foundation Changing Lives Campaign, "Engelkens Donate to KSU," 10/15/06 Manhattan Mercury

Foundation Changing Lives Campaign, "Iris Society Donates to KSU," 10/15/06 Manhattan Mercury

Hal Ross Flour Mill, Grain Science Complex, "KSU's New Hal Ross Flour Mill to Host Open House," 10/15/06 Manhattan Mercury

Educational leadership, Robert Shoop, "Tier Schools Taking Steps to Weed Out Predators," 10/15/06 Pressconnects.com

President Jon Wefald, "Wefald on Deck to Honor Buck," 10/15/06 Topeka Capital-Journal

Biological and agricultural engineering, James Koelliker, "Low Flow," 10/15/06 Salina Journal, WIBW-TV, KFDA-Amarillo, Tex.

Diagnostic Medicine/Pathobiology, Doug Powell, "Mixture of Pasture, Farm Led to E. Coli," 10/14/06 Insidebayarea.com, San Diego Union Tribune, North California Times, Inland Southern California Press Enterprise, The Ledger - Lakeland, Fla., San Jose Mercury News, FoxNews.com, Contra Costa Times, LA Times, Washington Post, NY Post, CBS-5 San Francisco, Oakland, San Jose

K-State, "Repaying Student Loans For Veterinarians Assists Rural Areas," 10/13/06 EnidNews.com

Biosecurity Research Institute, Vice Provost of Research, Ron Trewyn, National Agricultural Biosecurity Center, Jim Stack, Scott Rusk, "New KSU Facility Works to Stop Food Outbreaks," 10/13/06 KSNT 27 News, 10/12/06, Manhattan Mercury, 10/19/06 Manhattan Mercury, 10/20/06 Topeka Capital-Journal; Kansas City Star; Biloxi Sun Herald; Centre Daily Times, PA; San Luis Obispo Tribune, CA; Myrtle Beach Sun News, SC; Contra Costa Times, CA; Pioneer Press, MN; Fort Worth Star Telegram, TX; The State, SC; Fort Wayne Journal Gazette, IN; Lawrence Journal-World; Ledgerenquirer.com; 49abcnews.com; USNewswire; Kansas.com, 10/27/06, veterinarypracticenews.com, 27 News, 49 News: ABC Topeka, Manhattan Mercury, 10/28/06, Kansas City Star, The Hutchinson News, WIBW 580 AM, September 2006, Site Selection, 10/30/06, KansasCity.com

Athletics, Bob Huggins, Tim Weiser, Scott Greenawalt, President Jon Wefald, "Huggins Has Huge Support From K-State Admin, Fans," 10/13/06 ESPN.com

Kinesiology, Melissa Bopp, "Kansas Program Encourages Elderly to Work Out," 10/12/06 Kansas City Star, Lawrence Journal-World, 10/13/06 Topeka Capital-Journal, Wichita Eagle, Salina Journal

Athletics, Bob Huggins, Tim Weiser, Bob Cavello, "Huggins Begins Season of Scrutiny at K-State," 10/13/06 MSNBC.com, The Washington Post

Student, Chaz Clark, "Big Day for Her, 10 Lucky Friends," 10/12/06 Manhattan Mercury

Journalism and mass communications, Fred Brock, "Kansas State Professor's New Book Offers Tips on Lowering Health Care Costs," 10/12/06 Kansas City infoZine

Agricultural economics, Ted Schroeder, "Meat Plants in Kansas Cut Back," 10/12/06 ArkCity.net

Agricultural economics, Terry Kastens, "In Wheat State, Corn Now Reigns," 10/12/06 Kansas City Star

Agricultural economics, Ted Schroeder, "Packers Cut Back Operations," 10/12/06 Hutchinson News, kansas.com, kansascity.com

Extension nutrition program, Kathy Walsten, "Ground Beef Safety," 10/12/06 Cooking Smart

Agricultural economics, Sean Fox, horticulture, forestry, and recreation, Rhonda Janke, "Buyers Savor Local Produce," 10/12/06 Lawrence Journal-World

K-State, "Crumbling Buildings and Funds at State Universities," 10/12/06 27News KSNT

Sociology, anthropology and social work, Michael Finnegan, "Seeking Justice, One Cause at a Time," 10/11/06 Manhattan Mercury

Student, Lindsey Altwegg, "Local Student Given Agriculture Scholarship," 10/11/06 Daily Union

K-State at Salina, "State's Universities Need More Money for Maintenance," 10/11/06 Emporia Gazette

NISTAC, Kent Glasscock, "Pletz Named as Co-Chair of KCADC," 10/11/06 Kansas City Business Journal

Negro Baseball League, "A Promising Legacy," 10/11/06 Kansas City Star

K-State, "Fort Hays Uploads Its Classes to iPods," 10/11/06 Wichita Eagle

Agricultural economics, Sean Fox, John Crespi, "E. Coli Outbreak Spells Disaster for Spinach Industry," 10/10/06 Toronto Daily News http://www.mediarelations.k-state.edu/WEB/News/NewsReleases/spinach92206.html

K-State at Salina, Dennis Kuhlman, "Board: Universities Need Money," 10/10/06 Salina Journal

Student, John McKenzie, "Topekan Avoids Prison Sentence," 10/10/06 Topeka Capital-Journal

Geology, Susan Nissen, "Effects Will Be Felt in Asia, Expert Says," 10/10/06 Lawrence Journal-World

Biological and agricultural engineering, Morgan Powell, "Drought Can Mean Changes in Well Water Quality," 10/9/06 Cattlenetwork.com

Animal sciences and industry, Twig Marston, "Angus Producers Convene at Great Northwest Gathering," 10/9/06 Cattlenetwork.com

K-State, "Vanguard of Turkish Students to Arrive Oct. 14 to Open New International Era at FHSU," 10/9/06 Fort Hays State University

Political science, Joe Aistrup, "Democrats Hoping For 'Sebelius Effect'," 10/9/06 Hutchinson News

Human nutrition, Patricia Patterson, Margo Fick, Anice Robel, "Getting a Feel For What Works, What Doesn't," 10/9/06 Manhattan Mercury

Journalism and mass communication, Fred Brock, "Advice For Less Thank You Think," 10/8/06 Manhattan Mercury

Electrical and computer engineering, Dwight Day, John Devore, alumni, Kyle McDowell, Jerad Simon, student Austin Wareing, Jarrod Wood, "KSU Helps Flight Computers Take Off," 10/8/06 Manhattan Mercury http://www.mediarelations.k-state.edu/WEB/News/NewsReleases/Sandia92806.html

Counseling services, Fred Newton, "High Achievers More Stressed," 10/8/06 Manhattan Mercury http://www.mediarelations.k-state.edu/WEB/News/NewsReleases/csreport92506.html

Political science, Joe Aistrup, "Modest Beginnings Influence Morrison's Career, Work Ethic," 10/8/06 Wichita Eagle

Economics, David Darling, "Strike Will Pinch Spending in Topeka," 10/8/06 Topeka Capital-Journal

Interior design, Migette Kaup, "'Universal Design' Meets Appliances," 10/7/06 News & Observer, 10/21/06 Charlotte.com

President Jon Wefald, alumnus, Don Richards, facilities planning, Mark Taussig, "World War II Vets Seek Memorial," 10/7/06 Topeka Capital-Journal

College of Veterinary Medicine, "Veterinarians Fleeing Farms," 10/7/06 The Daily Times, "Veterinarians Fleeing Farms," Sapulpa Daily Herald (Okla.), OrangeLeader.com (Orange, Tex.), Daily Progress (Jacksonville, Texas), Gainesville Daily Register, Cedarcreekpilot.com, pryordailytimes.com, Hutchinson News, Wichita Eagle, Tulsa World

Political science, Joe Aistrup, "Against the Grain," October 2006 Governing.com

Interior design, Magette Kaup, "New Designs Serve Aging Consumers," 10/6/06 Chicago Tribune, 10/21/06 Charlotte.com, 10/29/06 Orlando Sentinel, The Southern Illinoisan

Athletics, Hall of Fame, "Legends set to enter KSU Hall of Fame," 10/6-7/06 Manhattan Mercury

Political science, Joe Aistrup, "Kansas Politicians React to Congressional Scandal," 10/6/06 Hutchinson News

Alumnus, Waldo McBurney, "104-Year-Old Named America's Oldest Worker," 10/5/06 WMTW.com, extensive national coverage

Diagnostic medicine/pathobiology, Doug Powell, "Meeting Focuses on Food Safety," 10/4/06 Arkansas Democrat Gazette

Students, Tanner Banion, Lucas Maddy, George Hodges, "Commish sounds off on ban," 10/4/06 Manhattan Mercury

K-State, "USDA Awards $2.5 Million for Watershed Studies," 10/4/06 Farm Futures, Wichita Eagle

K-State at Salina, "Salina to Offer Peek At Versatile New Aircraft," 10/4/06 Salina Journal

Animal sciences and industry, Karen Blakeslee, "Discard Raw Produce For Now," 10/4/06 tsnews.com

Research and extension, agricultural economics, "Kansas State Offering Tax Institute," 10/4/06 tsnews.com

Athletics, Tim Weiser, "Weiser Stands By Coaches," 10/4/06 Wichita Eagle

Research and graduate school, Ron Trewyn, "Sebelius Appoints 5 KTEC Directors," 10/3/06 Wichita Business Journal

President's office, Charles Reagan, institutional advancement, Bob Krause, Arts and Sciences, Steve White, aerospace studies, Col. Thomas 'Randy' O'Boyle, Military Affairs, Lt. Col. Art Degroat, "KSU Administrators Recognized," 10/3/06 Manhattan Mercury http://www.mediarelations.k-state.edu/WEB/News/NewsReleases/Rumsfeld100206.html

Family studies and human services, Tony Jurich, "Office Spouses," 10/3/06 TwinCities.com

K-State, "Taking Shape," 10/3/06 Salina Journal

Academic Services, Beth Unger, mediated education, Bryan Vandiviere, "KSU Claims World's Largest Course Podcasting Initiative," 10/4/06 Campus Technology, Yahoo! Finance, 10/3/06 HappyNews.com

Animal sciences and industry, Mike Tokach, "Paying the Price of Hungry Pigs," 10/2/06 Pork

K-State, "Soy Database Provides Access to Genetic Info," 10/2/06 Nutra USA, Food USA, Food Navigator USA

Agronomy, Jim Shroyer, Dale Leikam, "Producers Should Consider Double-Cropping Wheat," 10/2/06 The Farmer-Stockman of the Midwest, cattlenetwork.com

Political science, Dale Herspring, "Calm & Chaos: With the Tranquil Beauty of the Kansas Prairie As His Backdrop, Former Hussein Adviser Will Discuss Dictator's Rein of Terror," 10/2/06 The Hutchinson News

Alumnus Bruce Little, veterinary medicine, "AVMA's Executive Director Honored for Industry Leadership," 10/2/06 GoodNewsforPets.com

Plant pathology, Megan Kennelly, "Kill Next Year's Pests Today," 10/2/06 Topeka Capital-Journal

Diagnostic medicine/pathobiology, Doug Powell, "Produce Industry Needs to Make the Farm the First Line of Defence," 10/2/06 Guelph Mercury

Advanced Manufacturing Institute, "New Venture Targets Manure Phosphorous Management Market," 10/2/06 Agriculture Online

K-State, "K-State Awards Degrees, Honors for Summer Grads," 10/1/06 Manhattan Mercury

President Jon Wefald, "Wefald: Better Things Lie Ahead at KSU," 10/1/06 Manhattan Mercury

Biochemistry, Michael Kanost, "Suspect in Fatal Hit-and-Run Identified by Lawrence Police," 10/1/06 Manhattan Mercury

Beach Museum of Art, Kathrine Walker Schlageck, "Artful Thinking," 10/1/06 Manhattan Mercury

Alumnus, TJ Berber, "No One More Purple Than TJ," 10/1/06 Manhattan Mercury

Alumnus, Darryl Heikes, "Photographer Records History in Portrait," 10/1/06 Topeka Capital-Journal, Junction City Daily Union

Political science, Dale Herspring, "Can Christianity, Islam Even Hold a Dialogue?" 10/1/06 Manhattan Mercury

Athletics, Deb Patterson, "Turmoil Spells Trouble Behind Scenes at K-State," 10/1/06 ESPN, Kansas City Star, 10/5/06 Wichita Eagle, Topeka Capital-Journal, Kansas City Star, University Daily Kansan, 10/6/06 Topeka Capital-Journal

Marketing/International business, Richard Coleman, "A Lesson in KC Establishment," 10/1/06 Kansas City Star

Pollution Prevention Institute, "Bring Salvage Oversight Into the 21st Century," 10/1/06 Burlington Free Press

Animal sciences and industry, "Looking at Sensory Coloring," 10/1/06 Prepared Foods