March 31, 2017
The lights in Kramer Dining Center.
From the president
From the administration
News and research
- Filmmaking tools worth more than $10,000 donated to K-State 48 Film Festival and campus community
- Cyber Defense Club invited to national competition at Argonne National Laboratory
- Cuddly cicada: Stuffed cicada display aims to help people become more comfortable with the insects
- Update from Multicultural Student Center planning group
- K-State Global Campus extends application for professional development for teaching online
Events
- Warrior Chorus brings 'The Trojan War' to McCain on April 7
- Lecture by Stephanie Kerschbaum on Monday, April 3
- K-State Triathlon
- Kansas State University Gardens to host daylily sale and redbud tree raffle
- Center on Aging celebrates Careers in Aging Week
- Time and location change for Confucius Institute's taiji class
- Journal published by modern languages department and New Prairie Press to celebrate 40th anniversary
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Staley School of Leadership Studies announces 2017-2018 class of Snyder Leadership Legacy Fellows
- Swine association recognizes Kansas State University veterinary students for scholarship, research
- Ruhlmann honored with P.E.O. Scholar Award
- Head of geology Pamela Kempton receives distinguished alumni award
- Anthropology faculty and student present at 39th annual Flint Hills Archaeological Conference
University life
- Study abroad tour to Europe gives students in the College of Business Administration a global outlook on business
- Abstracts for Undergraduate Research Showcase due April 7
- Submit nominations for Celebrating Service and Leadership Awards
March 30, 2017
The Tower at Jardine Apartments.
From the administration
- A title challenge
- From the VP for research: RSCAD Momentum
- Letter from interim AD Laird Veatch
- Office of Governmental Relations to host Legislative Review Session March 31
- Vice president for human capital services candidate two open forum date announced
News and research
- Engineer patents waterlike polymer to create high-temperature ceramics
- Recent grant spurs Kansas 4-H's effort to inspire kids to college
- Manhattan sales tax increases to 8.95 percent April 1
Events
- April blooms with music, art, drama and more at Kansas State University
- Mnozil Brass brings musical mischief, comedic virtuoso to McCain Performance Series
- Beach Museum of Art to debut new interactive digital display 'Touch the Prairie' on Saturday
- Second Paraguayan Social of semester is today
- Workshop today: Let CADS demystify Creative Commons licensing
- 'Chisholm Trail: History & Legacy': K-State Libraries exhibit opens Saturday
- Mathematics Colloquium Lecture March 30
- Graduate student oral and poster forum today in K-State Student Union
- Division of Biology Seminar March 31
- The Library and Your Research: Starting Your Literature Review
- K-State Horticulture Club bedding plant sale
- Reading Run 5K early bird deadline approaching
- Join curator Aileen Wang to discuss 'Voices: A conversation with works of art that articulate the Black experience in America'
- International Coordinating Council to host International Week 2017
- K-State Global Campus to introduce noncredit learning management system
- K-State mathematics department hosts series of math competitions for elementary, middle and high school students
- Reminder: Register for Conference on Applied Statistics in Agriculture
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Kansas State University students nominated for Udall Undergraduate Scholarship
- Four named Alumni Association's Robinson Family Multicultural Leadership Award winners
- Burrack and Urban from Office of Assessment to present at national conference
- Kaus contributes to report by Coalition of Higher Education Assistance Organizations
- KSBN announces winners of student and faculty awards
- Career Center recognized by National Association of Colleges and Employers
Technology
Volunteer opportunities
March 29, 2017
A white-lined sphinx moth in the Kansas State University Gardens.
From the president
From the administration
News and research
Shared governance
Events
- David Blaine bringing summer magic to Kansas State University
- Bakery Science Club Sale today
- Support graduate students by eating at Panda Express today
- Workshop tomorrow: How can altmetrics advance your journal?
- KSIS Master Extract report training rescheduled for March 30
- Psi Chi hosting Fuzzy's fundraiser tonight
- John Brunero to speak on March 30
- Writer Joy Castro to read from her work at 3:30 p.m. Friday
- Spring 2017 Body Project workshops
- Sigma Xi Distinguished Lecture to discuss origin of life
- K-State to host screening of documentary 'Thirsty Land' on April 6
- Nutrition informatics with Martin Yadrick at the 43rd annual Grace Shugart Lecture
- Très Secret: K-State Libraries present an evening of WWII-era stories and intrigue
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Heier Stamm earns NSF CAREER award for study of coordinated response efforts in public health emergencies
- Two graduate students named winners at statewide research summit
- Human ecology honor society Kappa Omicron Nu initiates new members
- Staley School of Leadership Studies announces Lead 212 class leaders for fall 2017
- Faculty and students represent K-State at Central States Communication Association conference
Technology
Volunteer opportunities
March 28, 2017
A section of stained glass at Danforth Chapel.
From the administration
News and research
- Wefald Hall public dedication and reception April 1
- Doctoral student's research on 'good' virus may one day help with treating bad diseases
- Testing of the K-State Alerts system today
- University Honors Program, offices of Pre-Law Advising and Nationally Competitive Scholarships welcome new administrative assistant
- Department of Homeland Security issues new security enhancement measures
Shared governance
Events
- Retirement reception for anatomy and physiology's Daniel Marcus
- Industry/University Cooperative Research Center information session offered March 29
- On Track informational meeting March 30
- April 7: 'Exploring Advanced Features of Qualtrics' training
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Silver Key names new members for 2017-2018 school year
- Kansas State Polytechnic elects new student body president, vice president
- K-State Inline Hockey Club earns first round bye in national tournament
University life
- Phi Kappa Phi scholarship deadlines approaching
- Nominations open for Outstanding GTA and GRA of the Year Awards
March 27, 2017
Kansas State University's Purple Masque Theatre in West Stadium.
From the provost
From the administration
News and research
- Five days remain to donate to K-State United Way campaign
- New assistant director to join Human Capital Services' talent acquisition team
- Graduate School offices permanently located in 119 Eisenhower Hall
- Manhattan Fire Department touring campus buildings
Events
- Don't miss a free screening of 'Spotlight' for a glimpse about next Landon Lecturer
- The Library and Your Research: Discovering primary sources at K-State Libraries
- Workshop tomorrow: Journal impact factor, Eigenfactor and the h-index
- Reminder: Disco party April 7 and bra crawl March 28 to support K-State cancer research
- Guest speaker to discuss machine learning and computational creativity March 30
- Community screening of 'Being Mortal' on Wednesday, March 29
- Public invited to Astrology in Color lunch and learn
Human resources, benefits and training
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Spring scholarships help Kansas State University Global Campus students
- Kansas State Polytechnic professor selected as aviation maintenance educator of the year
- Kansas State University student is Truman Scholarship finalist
- Roshanravan awarded Jane Addams Prize
Newsletters, magazines and blogs
March 24, 2017
Focused in Friday: The clock in Bosco Student Plaza.
Newsletters, magazines and blogs
University life
March 23, 2017
A redbud tree on the Manhattan campus.
News and research
- New moms need workout programs that are less structured, more flexible
- Kansas State University Office Park expansion to advance focused development along university's north corridor
- Video: K-State NOW with President Myers
Events
- 2017 Faculty and Professional Staff Retiree Ceremony and Reception
- Kansas Forest Service to host wildfire awareness and preparedness public meeting
Kudos, publications and presentations
March 22, 2017
Kansas State University's Wefald Hall.
News and research
Human resources, benefits and training
March 21, 2017
Water droplets form on a leaf.
From the administration
Campus construction and maintenance
March 20, 2017
Anderson Lawn on K-State's Manhattan campus.
News and research
Events
- Age Into Action: Active aging expo
- Artist and 2017 TED fellow Damon Davis to give presentation at K-State
Human resources, benefits and training
Kudos, publications and presentations
- College of Engineering alumni earn honors for career success
- K-State has most beautiful campus in Kansas
- Two alumni join Kansas State University College of Engineering Hall of Fame
- Hospitality management faculty and students attend, present and win at CHRIE conference
- Valenzuela presents at Southwest Council of Latin American Studies Conference
Campus construction and maintenance
March 17, 2017
Focused in Friday: Near the fountain at the K-State Gardens.
From the administration
- Save the date: Vice president for Human Capital Services candidate open forums
- Today's Legislative Review Session canceled
- A letter from interim AD Laird Veatch
News and research
Events
- 'SpringDance '17' showcases original choreography in jazz, tap, African dance and more
- K-Staters invited to attend Graduate Research, Arts, and Discovery Forum
Human resources, benefits and training
- 'Title IX: Recognizing and Reporting Sexual Harassment and Sexual Violence, University Response and Resources' training to be offered March 29
- Employee Assistance Program webinar: 'Developing Will Power and Self Control to Change Behavior'
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Esmaeily elected to fellow status in national engineering society
- K-State animal science students headed to national competition
- K-State Polytechnic program and alumni featured in Airport Cooperative Research Program
- Human Capital Services' talent acquisition director shares advice at student summit
Campus construction and maintenance
- Service interruption: Seaton Hall, Fiedler Hall electricity
- Service interruption: Bluemont Hall chilled water
University life
March 16, 2017
The windows in Hale Library's Farrell Library Great Room.
From the administration
From the Kansas Board of Regents
News and research
- Title IX litigation update
- Beach Museum to close early March 23
- Update from the Multicultural Student Center planning group
Events
- Open/Alternative Textbook Initiative information sessions today
- Learn about Industry/University Cooperative Research Center opportunities at upcoming information session
- Mathematics Colloquium Lecture March 16
- Division of Biology and ADVANCE Distinguished Lecture Series Seminar March 17
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Kansas Association of Broadcasters recognizes K-Staters for excellence in TV and radio
- Kansas State University earns 2016 Tree Campus USA Recognition
- Recycling staff thanks student volunteers
Newsletters, magazines and blogs
Volunteer opportunities
March 15, 2017
Anderson Hall at night.
From the administration
- A letter from interim Associate Provost for Diversity Zelia Wiley
- Office of the Provost and CECD announce Excellence in Engagement Award winners
News and research
- Kansas State University study counters common beliefs about marbling texture in steaks
- K-State Olathe offers KC students a food science 'boot camp' for academic credit in July
- Graduate School office moving to Eisenhower Hall March 20-22
Events
- Bakery Science Club sale today
- Arnold Air Society hosts Panda Express fundraiser today
- Workshop today: Digital and analog solutions to organize your life
- Fourth annual K-State Meat Science Association Student BBQ Contest
- Calling all science and research communicators
- Final candidate presentations/open forums for Center for Advocacy, Response and Education advocates
- K-State Leadership Seminar to focus on fresh thinking with 'Strategic Doing'
- Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist, portrayed in Hollywood movie, to speak to K-State community
- ATID Showcase of Excellence is Thursday, April 13
- Farewell reception for Kelli Cox March 16
- Reminder: Registration open for 29th annual Conference on Applied Statistics in Agriculture
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Blue Key Honor Society selects new members for 2017-2018 school year
- K-State Student Union ranked No. 1 in Kansas and among 25 best in nation
- Two Kansas State University buildings win building awards contest
Technology
University life
- The clock is ticking: Participate in the Professional Development Needs Assessment
- Sigma Alpha T-shirt fundraiser for wildfire victims
- Reminder: Submit your nominations for your extraordinary student
March 14, 2017
Purple tulips on campus.
From the administration
- Kansas Board of Regents March meeting agenda items
- Legislative Update
- March Legal Briefings newsletter released online
News and research
- As Kansas wildfires burn, experts urge caution, awareness
- Doctoral student seeks way to treat health care-associated infection caused by antibiotics
Shared governance
Events
- Wildcat Safety Stand Down: Kansas State Polytechnic hosts aviation safety practices event March 31
- Science on Tap presents 'Ecological Legacy of Mining: Adapting to Contaminated Soil'
- For editors and editorial board members: Measuring your journal's impact
- March Communicators' Brown Bag to go behind the scenes of Science on Tap
- Exhibition of K-State art professor Jason Scuilla's work opens at Beach Museum of Art today
- Wildcats Against Trafficking student organization hosting Orange Leaf fundraiser today
- Curtis Gulledge to present 'Spirituals to Gospel: A Journey Through African-American Music' today
- K-State Alumni Association's Multicultural Alumni Council to host multiracial panel discussion
- Celebrate upcoming music, theatre and dance performances with the hashtag #MTDMadness
Health and safety
Kudos, publications and presentations
Technology
University life
- Second session aqua aerobics open enrollment
- College of Arts and Sciences Diversity Committee accepting applications for Diversity Lecture Series
- Avoiding copyright infringement when creating K-State content
- Graduate Student Council wants to hear about students' accomplishments
March 13, 2017
The Campus Creek Amphitheater near the Leadership Studies Building.
News and research
- Pesky parasites here early: Fleas and ticks already bugging pets around the country
- K-Staters' support can make a big difference in someone's life; United Way donations are still needed
Events
- Visiting artist Shin-hee Chin to lecture on work in textiles Wednesday at Beach Museum of Art
- The Library and Your Research: Managing your research and publication impact
- Physics professor to present lecture highlighting 2016 Nobel Prize in physics
- Last day to register for Plant Breeding and Genetics Symposium
- Free seminars March 13-April 4: DSLR cameras, Adobe — Premiere, Lightroom, Illustrator — and Video Format Conversion
- Agriculture policy and economics expert to speak April 4 at K-State Student Union
- Facilitated discussion: 'Safety and Justice: How Should Communities Reduce Violence?'
- Faculty, students invited to participate in Midwest Bioinformatics Conference
- K-State to dedicate new Flint Hills map and education exhibit
- K-State School of Music, Theatre, and Dance to present jazz concerts
- Service-learning leaders to highlight Peace Corps, Teach For America and College Advising Corps with 'Teach, Serve, Learn' panel March 14
Human resources, benefits and training
Kudos, publications and presentations
Campus construction and maintenance
University life
- Robinson family endows K-State Alumni Association's Multicultural Leadership Awards
- Popular on-campus ordering app comes to K-State
March 10, 2017
Focused in Friday: The Throckmorton Student Courtyard was established by the 2014-2015 K-State Horticulture Club.
News and research
- Kansas Forest Service and K-State Research and Extension agents help lead fire response across the state
- Kansas State University veterinary researcher collaborates on aerosol-based treatment for lung cancer
- Educators say integrating school subjects into interdisciplinary approach has benefits
Events
- ADVANCE Distinguished Lecture Series presents Fedor Malikov
- Enjoy food, games and more at International Buddies spring BBQ
- Asian American Student Union is kicking off Asian Pacific Heritage Month today
Human resources, benefits and training
Kudos, publications and presentations
- University selects orientation and enrollment student leaders for 2017
- Military affairs director to speak at national convening of veterans and the arts
- Rubin recognized as 2017 outstanding woman leader in higher education
- Agronomy graduate student accepted for thesis competition as USDA fellow
March 9, 2017
Daffodils are in bloom on campus.
From the administration
- Updated versions of University Handbook Sections B, C and Appendix Q
- From the VP for research: RSCAD Momentum
News and research
- Student from Overland Park to serve as student body president; Wichita student to serve as vice president
- Kansas State University College of Veterinary Medicine appoints Brad White director of Beef Cattle Institute
- More efficient irrigation techniques focus of new grant
- Paul Smith provides computational expertise to team awarded $1 million grant from W.M. Keck Foundation
- Kansas Forest Service 'all hands on deck' with state fires
Events
- Save the date: Presidential Inauguration of Richard B. Myers April 28 in McCain
- Beach Museum of Art hosting gallery walk with Lee Penner today
- Military exercise today
- Kansas State Polytechnic offering sUAS commercial pilot training in Manhattan
- Opening today in McCain Auditorium: K-State Opera performs Mozart's 'The Magic Flute'
- Mathematics Colloquium Lecture March 9
- Division of Biology Seminar March 10
- Design Expo at Hilton Garden Inn March 10
- Lights, camera, action: Registration officially begins for 2017 K-State 48-Hour Film Festival
- Aggieville Community Plan
- Panel to discuss 'Queer/Trans People of Color Resistance Through Art and Activism'
- Personal Financial Planning program to host Career Connection event March 10
- March 30: 'Introduction to Qualtrics'
Kudos, publications and presentations
- K-State Public Relations Student Society of America attends conference, recognized as 'Most Charitable'
- K-Staters present at NACADA Region 7 Conference
Newsletters, magazines and blogs
March 8, 2017
Kansas State University's rooftops.
Events
- Kansas State University graduate students presenting Kansas-related research at Capitol Graduate Research Summit
- Humor, absurdity often focus of Beach Museum of Art gift print artist
- Bakery Science Club sale today
- Workshop today: Break your news bubble at critical evaluation 'hack-a-thon'
- Staley School of Leadership Studies partners with Harvesters to host Mobile Food Pantry
- Plan to attend 'Designing Rubrics to Teach Critical Thinking'
- Texas A&M geography professor emerita to discuss geography education
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Kansas State University promotes 76 faculty members, 51 receive tenure
- KS-LSAMP students present research at national STEM conference
March 7, 2017
Cardwell Hall was built in 1963.
From the administration
News and research
- Biosecurity Research Institute provides upper-level training for students working with transboundary animal diseases
- K-State Alerts test March 28
- Kansas State University seeks innovative startup ideas for Launch a Business program
Events
- Washington Post editor Martin Baron to present Landon Lecture at Kansas State University
- Piya Chatterjee to give talk in celebration of Women's History Month
- Grandparents University registration is open
- New Faculty Institute luncheon on March 15
- See how the future is built at K-State Olathe on April 1
- Safe Zone training: 'Understanding Intersectionality'
- Kansas State Polytechnic's Civic Luncheon Lecture Series to feature presentation from Daniel Wildcat on technology, culture and sustainability
- K-State MANRRS chapter fundraiser today at Panda Express
- Jackie Joyner-Kersee to present as part of Women's History Month
- 'Keep Calm and Don't Get Sued': A K-State 48-Hour Film Festival workshop
- Three Morse Scholarship winners share project outcomes, tips for applying
Kudos, publications and presentations
University life
- Office of International Programs announces International Collaboration nomination deadline
- It's midterm season: Encourage students to bring their writing to the Writing Center
March 6, 2017
A rainbow on campus.
From the administration
- Willems renews commitment as president and CEO of KSU Foundation
- A letter from Interim AD Laird Veatch
News and research
- Kansas State University veterinarians perform cataract surgery on blind baby gibbon
- Professional Development Needs Assessment available March 6-31
- Make a difference: United Way campaign continues until March 31
Events
- All-University Open House offers visitors a chance to experience the future
- Open/Alternative Textbook Initiative information sessions: How to apply for OA funds
- Save the date: Developing Scholars Research Poster Symposium April 9
- High school sophomores get an early taste of college life at K-State
- Visiting artist in printmaking to present lecture tonight
- May and August graduates invited to attend Grad Expo at Alumni Center
- K-State Police and K-State Libraries Safety Talks: Healthy relationships
- The Library and Your Research: Web of Science and PubMed — What you don't know or need a refresher about
- Education Abroad Thirsty Thursday with the College of Arts and Sciences
- Industrial engineering seminar March 8 to focus on controlling invasive species
- Pesticides and bees focus of Nebraska entomologist's seminar
- Vendors needed for K-State Farmers Market
- Anatomy and physiology department, student associations to host special seminar today
- Film Screening of 'FireSong': Refuse to be broken
- K-State Rotaract Club to host Walk for Water April 15
- Celebrate the month of music, theatre and dance with the hashtag #MTDMadness
- U.S. Army research lab physicist to present physics department colloquium
- 'Living With Tooflady,' a master's exhibition by Thea Meussling opens today in Chapman Gallery
Human resources, benefits and training
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Professor's work on reducing soil evaporation earns prestigious NSF CAREER award
- Vardiman named Kansas Athletic Trainer of the Year
- K-State Air Force ROTC announces 100 percent selection rate
- Dorhout delivers introduction at STEM Journey student event
- Emeritus faculty member is National Academy of Building Inspection Engineers speaker
Campus construction and maintenance
- Service interruption: Seaton Hall fire sprinkler system
- Service interruption: Throckmorton Hall east steam
University life
- Student of concern guide distribution to new faculty, staff and GTAs
- Nominate excellent projects now for Kirmser Undergraduate Research Award
- K-State Pre-Law Ambassadors now accepting applications
March 3, 2017
A beautiful cement railing, inspired by Italian Renaissance, leads to Thompson Hall.
From the president
News and research
- Search committee announced for K-State athletics director
- Doctoral student's research looks at cause of neurodegenerative disease
- Kansas State University joins effort to increase spending for food, agriculture
- Applications now open for Rural Legal Practice Initiative
Events
- Shaolin Warriors bring Kung Fu prowess to McCain Auditorium
- K-State Cattlemen's Day, Purebred Beef Unit dedication and Legacy Bull Sale today
- E-newsletter training is March 8
- K-State men's basketball hosts Texas Tech
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Personal financial planning faculty and student win best paper award
- Prins-McBride travel award to honor retiring university distinguished professor
- Graduate student alumnus wins thesis award previously won by his major professor
Campus construction and maintenance
March 2, 2017
Purple and gray chairs in the Engineering Complex.
From the administration
Shared governance
Events
- Kansas Severe Weather Awareness Week is March 6-10
- Mathematics Colloquium Lecture March 2
- Today's Web Editor Meeting: Helpful gadgets in the university's CMS
- Division of Biology Seminar March 3
- Visiting artist Ezra Satok-Wolman to present lecture, workshop on work in jewelry March 3
- K-State geographer to discuss environmental spectroscopy for monitoring and analyzing the Earth's surface
- K-State Book Network 2017 book selected, information session announced
- Farewell reception for Office of Planning and Analysis' Kelli Cox
Kudos, publications and presentations
- College of Engineering awards six Keystone Research Scholars
- Office of Assessment shares K-State's effective assessment processes
Technology
Newsletters, magazines and blogs
University life
March 1, 2017
A sign of spring in the Kansas State University Gardens.
From the administration
News and research
- College of Arts and Sciences associate dean for research candidate interview
- Computer science team awarded grant to aid in innovative medical care for the military
- K-State, KU investigators receive $300,000 NIFA grant to study radar sensing to help gather plant trait data
Shared governance
Events
- Journey to the land between the sun and moon in Mozart's 'The Magic Flute'
- Sixth annual disco party to support Kansas State University cancer research April 7
- K-State documentary tells the story of Kansas Ag pilots
- Electrical and Computer Engineering Seminar tomorrow in 1139 Engineering Hall
- Keane to present Commerce Bank Distinguished Graduate Faculty Lecture
- Workshop today: Break your news bubble by critically evaluating the media
- Hot chocolate fundraiser today in Bosco Student Plaza
- Zakrajsek to speak to faculty and students about learning in harmony with the brain
- Thesis and dissertation walk-in help Wednesdays in Hale Library
- March 17: 'Tapping Social Media Data with NCapture and NVivo 11 Plus' training
- Celebrate the march toward critical thinking
- Attend the 2017 Hospitality Summit March 14-15
- K-State students, faculty to be panelists at AAUW's International Women's Day celebration
- Registration now open for 29th annual Conference on Applied Statistics in Agriculture
Human resources, benefits and training
- Total compensation summary for 2016
- America Saves Week: Make an appointment to discuss your future
- A reflection of the continuous improvement to the hiring process