January 31, 2012
From the president
From the administration
Research
News and research
- Announcing the 2012 James R. Coffman Leadership Institute
- K-State Proud campaign announces 2012 leadership
Events
- America's 'finest news source' visits K-State
- SafeZone provides free trainings to students, faculty-staff, every semester.
- A Season for Nonviolence 2012
- 'Stalking: Know It. Name It. Stop It.' tonight in Forum Hall at 7
- Send a valentine to a hurting heart during the Season for Nonviolence
Human resources, benefits and training
Kudos, publications and presentations
Publications and presentations
- Journalism and mass communications professor's article selected for publication in special issue of Journal of Scholarly Publishing
- Entomologist invited as guest editor of special issue of International Journal of Evolutionary Biology
- Management professors to be published in Journal of Applied Psychology
- Music professor receives Yale alumni grant
Technology
- Web editors to meet Feb. 6
- Registration is open for the Teaching, Learning and Technology Showcase
- IT solutions: eIDs and passwords
Campus construction and maintenance
- Boyd,Van Zile, Putnam, Holton, Dickens, Bluemont, Justin, Willard, Shellenberger, King, Chemistry/Biochemistry Halls, President's Residence, Hale Library and Campus Creek Complex 5# & 90# steam to be interrupted Wednesday afternoon
- Willard Hall 5# steam to be interrupted Wednesday morning
- Durland Hall heating and cooling to be interrupted Wednesday
Newsletters, magazines and blogs
January 30, 2012
From the administration
News and research
- New departmental EcoReps program beginning in February
- Online and informed: When it comes to social media, professor says the pros outweigh the cons for journalists
Events
- Valentine workshops at the Beach Museum of Art
- Faculty Senate to host Spring Open Forums
- Edupunk Jim Groom to discuss learning and technology Friday
- International student panel to discuss education systems Feb. 9
- Women's basketball team looking to 'Pack the House' Feb. 4 with dollar tickets
- Exercise program opportunity for adults 18-40 to lose weight, get fit and participate in research
- Going green: University gears up for annual recycling competition
Human resources, benefits and training
Campus construction and maintenance
- Dykstra Hall 90# steam to be interrupted Monday afternoon
- Shellenberger and King halls' 90# steam to be interrupted Monday
- Nichols Hall hot water to be interrupted Monday morning
- Holton Hall domestic water to be interrupted Tuesday morning
- Natatorium cloud AHUs to be interrupted Thursday
January 27, 2012
From the provost
News and research
Events
- Free class Saturday: Small animal-handling Skills for Disaster Responders
- Experienced university, governmental administrator to give Provost's Distinguished International Lecture Series today
- The Next Big Thing information sessions upcoming
- The sound of rock music: Brooklyn Rundfunk Orkestrata comes to McCain Feb. 10
Kudos, publications and presentations
January 26, 2012
From the administration
Research
News and research
- Award nomination deadline extended to Feb. 1
- Old chemical landfill to be removed
- Warning: Increase in phishing scam emails trying to steal K-State eID passwords
Kudos, publications and presentations
Newsletters, magazines and blogs
January 25, 2012
From the administration
Research
News and research
Events
- Recreational services offering personal training special
- Time to get growing: Tuesday talks in the gardens return for the Spring
- Greed meets its match in university theater production of 'The Madwoman of Chaillot'
- NIH and NSF seminars offered Feb. 22
Human resources, benefits and training
Personnel changes
Publications and presentations
Newsletters, magazines and blogs
January 24, 2012
From the administration
Research
News and research
- Partnership for success: University Commercialization Institute provides expertise across state, region
- Faculty economic development grant request for proposals
- Free tax preparation assistance available
Events
- Application deadline for Faculty Development Awards and University Small Research Grants March 5
- Emory University professor to give 23rd Isidore & Hilda Dressler lecture today
- K-State launches Tuesday Talks in the Gardens this spring
- Women's basketball celebrates National Girls and Women in Sports Day Wednesday
- Drama, dance, music and more: February a celebration of the arts at K-State
Publications and presentations
- Brockway earns Master Certified Flight Instructor accreditation third time
- Department of art instructor completes artist-in-residence fellowship in Ireland
- Tazi appointed receiving editor for journal, Infection, Genetics and Evolution
Technology
January 23, 2012
From the administration
Research
News and research
- One million moves
- Union continues to encourage sustainability
- Networks that work: Academic advisers help colleague choose K-State's online advising program
- Shining success: University, department of architectural engineering and construction science recognized for lighting course work
- University launches bus route to serve students, faculty, staff
Events
- The PhD Project focus of College of Business Administration Diversity Lecture by KPMG'S Bernard Milano
- Dean of agriculture/director of K-State Research and Extension public forum today
- Experienced university, governmental administrator to give Provost's Distinguished International Lecture Series Friday
Human resources, benefits and training
Kudos, publications and presentations
Publications and presentations
Gifts
Campus construction and maintenance
- Bluemont Hall 5# and 90# steam to be interrupted Tuesday morning
- Shellenberger Hall 90# steam to be interrupted this afternoon
- Dickens Hall 5# steam to be interrupted Tuesday morning
- Umberger Hall 5# steam to be interrupted Wednesday afternoon
- 5# and 90# steam to be interrupted Tuesday afternoon at Fairchild, Calvin, Kedzie, Nichols, McCain, Beach and Thompson
January 20, 2012
From the administration
- University officials comment on funding announcement in State of the State address
- Kansas Board of Regents summary memo on governor's budget
- Office of the provost announces spring 2012 mentoring fellowships competition
News and research
- Bridge program provides K-State pilot graduates job opportunities with American Eagle Airlines
- 2012 baseball season tickets available for faculty/staff at special rate
Events
- Social Club to feature Wayne Goins and Wayne Goins Trio
- Architect Annie Chu to present work in ‘Slow Motion’
- Guiding the way: Konza Prairie seeks docents, offers lifelong learning
- Social Media Council to meet Thursday
Human resources, benefits and training
Personnel changes
Kudos, publications and presentations
Publications and presentations
- Keen instructs peers in HVAC design essentials
- Psychology faculty accepted for publication, present
- Management professor to be published in corporate reputation journal
Gifts
Policy/procedure updates
Technology
Campus construction and maintenance
January 19, 2012
From the administration
Research
News and research
Events
Kudos, publications and presentations
- University geographer recognized as one of the state's top scientists
- Magazine calls Glasscock a Kansan to know
- Current event: Noel Schulz takes helm of international electric energy society
- A case for excellence: K-State earns sweepstakes award for communication efforts
Publications and presentations
Gifts
Policy/procedure updates
January 18, 2012
News and research
- Final chance to offer feedback on 2012 K-State Book Network selection
- A degree of value: Students find more career opportunities with increased job listings, placement
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Vogt certified as Autodesk Professional
- Bioprocessing engineer named one of top scientists in Kansas
Publications and presentations
- K-State faculty, graduate students contribute to latest issue of the Journal of Financial Therapy
- Thurston-Gonzalez named poster chair for 2013 annual NAFSA Conference
- Geology professor describes how precious metal (Au-Ag) deposits are related to past subduction and subsequent magmatic activity
Gifts
Campus construction and maintenance
Newsletters, magazines and blogs
January 17, 2012
From the administration
- Monthly letter to campus from President Schulz
- Reminder: Dean of College of Agriculture/director of research and extension public forum today
- Nominations and applications being accepted for CEO/dean of K-State Salina
Research
News and research
Human resources, benefits and training
- Introduction to Supervision course starts Feb. 7
- TIAA-CREF announces early spring schedule for individual counseling sessions
Publications and presentations
Gifts
January 13, 2012
Events
Publications and presentations
Gifts
Newsletters, magazines and blogs
January 12, 2012
Research
Human resources, benefits and training
January 11, 2012
News and research
- Marla Day looks at textiles in Smithsonian African-American project
- Valuing equality: Commerce Bank award recognizes Anib for success in promoting multiculturalism
Shared governance
Events
- Women's basketball team hosts Missouri, looks for third straight conference victory
- Retirement reception to honor Paula Seematter Jan. 12
Human resources, benefits and training
- Office of affirmative action to present 'Respectful Work Relationships' Jan. 25
- Choices in the workplace
January 10, 2012
Research
News and research
- Nominations for K-State Excellence in Engagement Awards due Jan. 15
- In the long haul: Advanced Manufacturing Institute design and marketing efforts help Jewell trucking company expand
Human resources, benefits and training
Publications and presentations
Technology
- Faculty: Import your students from iSIS to K-State Online
- Ask a librarian: IT and library equipment Q-and-As
- Adobe workshop scheduled after Technology Showcase event March 13
January 9, 2012
News and research
- Free online training to help veterans on campus
- College of Business Administration staff member blogs while on trip to South America
Events
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Computing and information sciences professor advances artificial intelligence, science in Kansas
- K-State Alumni Association staff member receives professional development scholarship from national organization
Publications and presentations
Technology
January 5, 2012
Research
- Trading spaces: Biosecurity Research Institute to house Plum Island's pathogen studies
- Expertise at Biosecurity Research Institute a front line for future security
Events
Health and safety
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Philosophy professor selected as new trustee for the American Society for Aesthetics
- For the love of teaching: Townsend preparing both Wildcats and Jayhawks for health professional careers
- Physicist named as one of the top scientists in Kansas
Gifts
January 4, 2012
From the administration
News and research
- Recreational services offering payroll deduct option
- Scientific influence: 21 active university researchers recognized for shaping science throughout Kansas history
- Tweeting through time: History expert says social media connecting younger generations to the past
- Jan. 3 phone outage
Shared governance
Events
- Register for the Jan. 11 teaching retreat
- Women's basketball team opens Big 12 play against defending national champion Texas A&M tonight
- Union displays World War II patriotism and propaganda
Human resources, benefits and training
- How to recognize and prevent sexual harassment presentation for nonsupervisory employees Jan. 10
- Free Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, or COPD, testing Jan. 24
Health and safety
Kudos, publications and presentations
Campus construction and maintenance
- Cardwell Hall electric power to be interrupted Wednesday afternoon
- Seaton Court 5 pound steam to be interrupted Thursday
January 3, 2012
News and research
- Kansas sees economic boost from Kansas State University, Abaxis partnership
- Cotton Bowl community service project brings Wildcats and Razorbacks together for a cause
- Ready for takeoff: Salina campus adds five aircraft to learning fleet
Events
- Training sessions for KSU Foundation accounting manual Jan. 10
- It's alive: 'Young Frankenstein' taking over McCain Jan. 19
- Retirement reception for longtime K-State Student Union custodial specialist Jan. 4
- Prairie companions: New Beach Museum exhibition shows what it’s like to be home on the range from an animal's view