December 21, 2018
Focused in Friday: Salina artist Richard "Dick" Bergen '63 and son Rich Bergen '86, '98 created the 7-foot bronze Wildcat statue overlooking the K-State Alumni Center's Johnson Terrace.
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Health and safety
Kudos, publications and presentations
University life
December 20, 2018
Gingerbread cookies made by K-State's Bakery Science Club.
News and research
Health and safety
Kudos, publications and presentations
- College of Veterinary Medicine presents annual teaching awards
- Manko awards $5,000 in scholarships to two APDesign students
Campus construction and maintenance
December 19, 2018
The president's residence adds a festive flair on campus.
From the administration
News and research
- Geologists' study unearths new information on age, activity of Alaska's Wrangell volcanic belt
- K-State Animal Sciences and Industry Analytical Lab renamed Ben E. Brent Analytical Lab
Events
- Reminder: Retirement reception for Greg Wells today
- Great Plains Grazing webinar highlights research-based agriculture science curriculum for K-12 education
Health and safety
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Business students provide diversity and inclusion consulting to two companies
- Office of International Programs staff present at NAFSA Regional II conference
Technology
December 18, 2018
The north fountain at the Kansas State University Gardens.
News and research
Events
Kudos, publications and presentations
- New study on low noise and high-performance transistors could bring innovations in electronics, sensing
- College of Education honors new graduates for scholarship, leadership and potential
- Members of the gender, women, and sexuality studies department present at NWSA Conference
- Students from animal sciences department present undergraduate research
Campus construction and maintenance
Newsletters, magazines and blogs
- December e-newsletter from K-State's Olathe campus now online
- Fall 2018 natural resources and environmental science secondary major newsletter now available
University life
December 17, 2018
Read the special message below about Pat Bosco, vice president for student life and dean of students.
From the administration
KSUnite
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Events
Human resources, benefits and training
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Charles Sanders recognized as Professor of the Week
- Jolene McConnell co-publishes textbook for beginning-level adult language learners
Campus construction and maintenance
- Service interruptions: Danforth/All Faiths, McCain Auditorium electricity
- Service interruptions: Throckmorton Hall west, King Hall
December 14, 2018
Focused in Friday: Purple lights shine on a globe near Jardine Apartments. It displays Jardine Apartments' cornerstones: Tradition, Global, Education and Imagination.
News and research
- Welcome, College of Health and Human Sciences: Name change for College of Human Ecology
- Update from the Multicultural Center Project Action Team
- Date change: 'The Hate U Give' author Angie Thomas to visit Kansas State University April 11
- Impact of incomplete grade policy on graduation
Events
Human resources, benefits and training
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Veterinary students bring home equine and livestock scholarships
- Five students receive the Eisenhower Transportation Graduate Fellowships
- College of Veterinary Medicine appoints faculty for four professorships
- Undergraduates present research at entomology symposium
December 13, 2018
Nichols Hall was gutted by fire on Dec. 13, 1968, and it reopened in fall 1985. Courtesy of the Morse Department of Special Collections.
From the administration
From the Kansas Board of Regents
News and research
- Kansas State University awarded U.S. Economic Development Administration grant for Global Food Systems Economic Prosperity Accelerator
- KSU Foundation: K-State announces College of Engineering to be named for alumnus Carl R. Ice
- Nearly 250 K-12 students compete in contest to increase STEM knowledge
Events
- Division of Biology to host retirement reception for Greg Wells
- Faculty to present at Peer-to-Peer Distance Learning Exchange Jan. 16
Human resources, benefits and training
Kudos, publications and presentations
University life
December 12, 2018
Kansas State University rooftops.
From the administration
- From President Myers and Provost Taber: K-State in KC Task Force appointed
- An update from AD Gene Taylor
- Kansas Board of Regents December meeting agenda items
News and research
- National Academy of Inventors names Sun a fellow for her innovations, achievements
- Kansas State Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory cautions about chronic wasting disease in Kansas
- Invitation for public comment on K-State Master of Public Health program
Events
- Reminder: Faculty and Staff Holiday Reception Dec. 14 at president's residence
- Save the date for SciComm 2019
- Reminder: K-State Police Department hosting second Toys for Tots toy drive
- Take a study break with 91.9 KSDB today
- 'Breaking Down Roadblocks to Student Success' is theme of annual spring FETE workshop
- Spots still available for 'Ping-Pong Tournament With a Twist!'
Health and safety
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Geology professor receives American Chemical Society grant to better understand petroleum formation
- Two K-State graduates to receive 2019 Distinguished Young Alumni Award
- Beta Theta Pi members assist K-State recycling program
Technology
Newsletters, magazines and blogs
University life
- K-State Libraries hours over winter break
- Cats' Cupboard winter hours and available community resources
- Submit applications for five student life awards
- College of Arts and Sciences launches Digital Accessibility website
- Green Action Fund now accepting proposals
December 11, 2018
The Bluemont Bell was cast and donated to Bluemont College by Joseph Ingalls in 1861 to call students to class.
From the administration
News and research
- KSU Foundation: Vern and Joan Herbel establish K-State Family Scholarship match funds for students in the College of Business Administration
- From bitcoin to food traceability, blockchain technology sparks broad interest
Events
Personnel changes
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Wildcats care about animal welfare
- Art department professor awarded residency at Asia Cultural Center in South Korea
Technology
University life
December 10, 2018
From the president
From the administration
KSUnite
News and research
- UAS degree at Polytechnic Campus first in the nation to offer beyond line of sight flight operations to students
- Veterinary Health Center veterinarian shares holiday tips to keep your pets safe
- Chapman Center for Rural Studies receives gifts to support research internships in the humanities
Events
- Groundwork laid for international livestock conference at K-State next year
- Retirement reception for Richard Baker
- Retirement reception for Ron Jones
Kudos, publications and presentations
- K-State Crops Team wins national championship and sweeps top individual awards
- Five APDesign students win in 20th anniversary of Bowman Forum
Technology
University life
- K-State Today, K-State Today Student Edition winter break schedule
- Undergraduates invited to submit work to Live Ideas journal by Jan. 15
December 7, 2018
Focused in Friday: Leaf impressions on a sidewalk at the Kansas State University Gardens.
From the president
From the administration
Events
- Natural resources and environmental science secondary major students to present capstone research projects
- K-State Gardens to host additional poinsettia sale
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Sydney Haas earns College of Business Administration's Outstanding Senior Award
- Jordan inducted into Kansas Athletic Trainers' Society's Hall of Fame
- K-State license plate program reaches more than 10,000 plates on the road
Technology
University life
December 6, 2018
The historic conservatory at the Kansas State University Gardens.
From the administration
News and research
Events
- Retirement reception for Alma Deutsch
- K-State Wind Ensemble and Wind Symphony present concert Dec. 6
- Registration available for 2019 Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt workshops
- DX Media Lab students and faculty to give presentations today
- Students invited to audition for 'SpringDance '19' on Saturday, Dec. 8
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Global Cats: Students earn scholarships for education abroad in spring 2019
- Agricultural economics department awards more than $200,000 in scholarships at annual awards banquet
- College of Human Ecology recognizes outstanding seniors
- Maldonado Franzen presents at Emerging Leaders Network
University life
December 5, 2018
The stained glass windows at Danforth Chapel were donated and imported from Czechoslovakia, England, France, Germany and Italy.
News and research
- Cyber Defense Club takes top honors in DOE national cybersecurity competition
- Undergraduate students selected to join Kansas State University cancer research teams
Events
- Reminder: Faculty and staff invited to holiday reception Dec. 14 at president's residence
- Bakery Science Club hosts annual holiday sale today
- K-State Concert Band, Woodwind Ensemble and Brass Ensemble to present concert Dec. 5
- Psi Chi fundraiser at Pie Five
- Geography colloquium Dec. 7 showcases department's 2018 Steve Kale graduate fellowship recipients
- Support the Fountain Wars Design Team at Panera Bread fundraiser
Kudos, publications and presentations
- High-tech startup and KSU-IC affiliate HitchPin named ag innovation award finalist
- History professor to moderate panel on diversity in aviation at Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum
- Associate professor of music publishes biography of famous organist
University life
December 4, 2018
The fireplace glows at the K-State Student Union.
From the administration
News and research
- K-State observance of day of mourning for President George H.W. Bush
- U.S.-China Center for Animal Health welcomes new sponsor for scholarship program
- Finals week study locations: Let's go!
Events
- Final Black Faculty and Staff Book Club meeting today
- Science on Tap presents 'Are you up for the task? How we judge difficulty'
- 2018 Manhattan Tuba Christmas is Saturday, Dec. 8
Human resources, benefits and training
Kudos, publications and presentations
University life
- Opportunity for STEM faculty to participate in 2019 summer research program
- Global Supply Chain Club tours Caterpillar manufacturing facility
December 3, 2018
Wreaths are placed on the Higinbotham Gate campus entrance at the corner of Anderson and Manhattan avenues.
From the administration
- Office of the Provost invites nominations for six university awards
- Nominations now open: K-State Excellence in Engagement awards
KSUnite
News and research
- Bill Snyder announces retirement from Kansas State
- Scientists reveal substantial water loss in global landlocked regions
- Dates for online Tevals, create online Tevals now
- Nominate an outstanding K-State Libraries employee for one of three awards
Events
- Coach Bill Snyder invites faculty, staff to annual awards ceremony
- K-State Police Department hosting second Toys for Tots toy drive
- Multimedia projects from art, English and journalism to show challenges of rural food deserts Dec. 10
- K-State Psi Chi chapter to host two-day hot chocolate fundraiser
- Beach Museum of Art to host 'Ping-Pong Tournament With a Twist!'
- 'Dance Student Spotlight' and auditions for 'SpringDance '19' bring dance opportunities
- American Chemical Society-Student Affiliate and Alpha Chi Sigma host open study nights
Health and safety
Kudos, publications and presentations
- College of Arts and Sciences announces Stamey and Gaches Teaching Award winners
- Tech Transfer Central webinar series features Kansas State University Institute for Commercialization strategic partner pathway
- JMC students are winners at South Central Broadcast Society competition
- Personal financial planning program wins big at annual symposium
- Velasquez recognized by Educational Opportunity Association's Emerging Leaders Institute
- Student service technician wins award