May 29, 2020
From the provost
News and research
- Kansas 4-H kicks off first-ever virtual Discovery Days
- ICDD leadership changes and move to communication studies department
Events
- Online therapy group for students wanting to build skills to manage emotions and distress
- Mathematics department, UFM announce online summer math workshops for students in grades 2-8
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Lindsey Dreiling appointed to US Department of Transportation's Women in Aviation Advisory Board
- K-State Police Chief Ronnie Grice selected to serve on COVID-19 Recovery Task Force
- K-State Alumni Association names Homecoming Committee members
- National Strategic Selling Institute awards more than $10,000 to spring 2020 Merit Award Winners
University life
Volunteer opportunities
May 28, 2020
News and research
- K-State financial planning therapist develops MoneyTalk digital tool, offers tips to cope with COVID-19 financial stress
- Applied Park Science Lab announces partnership through National Park Service contract
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Chemistry department awards $92,000 in scholarships to incoming and continuing students
- Job losses from COVID-19 especially severe for immigrants, new economics paper finds
Technology
- Getting started with Canvas courses updated for summer 2020
- Microsoft Teams Essentials training offered during June
University life
May 27, 2020
Go behind the scenes of #kstatestrong remote teaching with Donald Saucier, the faculty associate director of the Teaching and Learning Center.
News and research
- Online master's in special education now available
- Virtual UAS program for teens offered by Kansas State Polytechnic in June
Human resources, benefits and training
Kudos, publications and presentations
Technology
May 26, 2020
From the president
From the administration
News and research
- Kansas State University icon Donna Vanier passes away
- Dates for summer 2020 TEVALs, create your online TEVAL now
- High school teacher uses K-State Olathe education to boost her students' knowledge about zoonotic diseases
- Barber County residents rally to help feed students, others
Events
- Week of Welcome fall 2020: June All-Campus Meeting
- Mindfulness meetings
- K-State Garden Hour takes root online
- Safe Zone to host introductory workshop May 29
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Kinesiology department awards $17,000 in scholarships to current and incoming students
- Pinkall wins 2020 American Prize in Vocal Performance
- Wesch produces top-ranked YouTube video on online teaching, helps thousands in webinar series
- Rice and National Academies board members provide perspective on food supply resilience
- Archaeological interpretation of prehistoric site in Northeastern Kansas
Newsletters, magazines and blogs
- May issue of Diagnostic Insights is now online
- College of Veterinary Medicine shares May Lifelines newsletter
University life
May 22, 2020
President Richard Myers shares a Memorial Day #kstatestrong message and thanks veterans and military members for their service.
News and research
- A summary of university changes related to COVID-19
- Phase 2 of university's reopening plan starts Friday, May 22
- Call for proposals for fourth KSUnite
- K-State film about school district's transition to online teaching goes viral
- Kansas net farm income rose in 2019; government support again a big factor
Health and safety
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Bryan Hone named University Support Staff Employee of the Year at K-State Polytechnic Campus
- Engineering student receives Phase II Small Business Innovation Research Grant from National Science Foundation
Technology
Newsletters, magazines and blogs
May 21, 2020
From the administration
From the Kansas Board of Regents
News and research
- Middendorf contributes to forum on postsecondary response to COVID-19
- Drinking fountains temporarily disconnected
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Doctoral candidate receives prestigious early career award
- National Strategic Selling Institute raises $10,000 for Coming Together for a Cure
- Thirteen students complete primary texts certificate
Newsletters, magazines and blogs
Volunteer opportunities
May 20, 2020
The New Student Services Ambassadors share a special #kstatestrong message for high school seniors and future Wildcats.
From the administration
News and research
Events
Health and safety
- University health requirements for new students
- Walk Kansas adapts, more than 7,000 participate in spring program
Kudos, publications and presentations
University life
May 19, 2020
From the administration
News and research
- Kansas State University Bulk Solids Innovation Center demonstrates adaptability, uniqueness with new global client
- Laboratory Safety Renovation Program awardees announced
- 4-H youth lead effort to encourage civil discourse
Events
Health and safety
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Mechanical and nuclear engineering hosts spring and summer 2020 graduating senior and awards celebration
- Political science congratulates scholarship winners for 2020-2021
- 2020 Swogger Scholarship recipients announced
University life
- Reminder: SHIELD Scholars Program applications due Friday, May 22
- Purchase a K-State Alumni Association Senior Sidewalk brick today
May 18, 2020
Adrian Rodriguez, associate vice president for student life, congratulates all graduates as they go on their next adventures.
From the provost
From the administration
News and research
- Twenty-two K-State Olathe students earn degrees in academic year
- Provide input on scholarly communication at K-State by May 22
Events
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Mathematics department awards $66,000 in scholarships for 2020-2021 academic year
- Mike Wiegers Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering students receive awards
Newsletters, magazines and blogs
May 15, 2020
Congratulations, class of 2020! You show what it means to be #kstatestrong and we wish you the best of luck on your future endeavors!
News and research
- A recap of university changes and news related to COVID-19
- Division of Financial Services shares important fiscal year-end information
- Kansas State University announces additional emergency furloughs
- Payment on student loans hits a pause, but keep paying if you can
Shared governance
Events
- Veterinary college hosts virtual commencements, confers degrees live online
- Graduation for Master of Public Health program
Personnel changes
- Gloria Freeland retires after 37 years as an A.Q. Miller School faculty member
- Associate professor of history Charles W. Sanders Jr. retires May 17
- James Sherow, university distinguished professor of history, set to retire June 9
Kudos, publications and presentations
- College of Education honors eight students for excellence
- Outstanding academic and research work earns three doctoral students Sarachek awards
- Aguirre Rojas is 2019-2020 awardee of KAWSE Postdoctoral Researcher Travel Fund
- Doctoral candidate awarded legacy scholarship
- English department honors students, faculty with spring awards
- Modern languages department awards scholarships
- Announcement of ARCC King Medal nominees and medalist
- APDesign students recognized for achievements in APDPro
- Winners announced in K-State Innovation and Strategy Case Competition
- National veterinary student association recognizes KuKanich for outreach efforts
- 2020 National Residence Hall Honorary Awards
- Agricultural economics announces Outstanding Senior Awards
- Graduate Student Council recognizes annual graduate student accomplishments
University life
- DMSA pays tribute to graduating multicultural students
- Fall 2020 deadline for security studies master's and doctoral program
May 14, 2020
We are all #kstatestrong. Watch a compilation of the people who make K-State Strong.
From the administration
News and research
- Infectious disease expert offers road map for future COVID-19 research
- Veterinary faculty target new ways to confront COVID-19
- Governor extends updates to State Employee Health Plan
- New Australia Fulbright opportunity targeted toward rural and agricultural research and outreach
- K-State Today, K-State Today Student Edition summer schedule
Events
Health and safety
Kudos, publications and presentations
- K-State researcher develops cell-based MRI contrast agent for efficient cancer diagnosis
- National Strategic Selling Institute announces spring 2020 award recipients
- Division of Biology awards $78,000 in undergraduate scholarships
- APDesign students compete for top honors in annual Ted and Sue Knapp Delineation Competition
- History department announces scholarships and awards for 2020-2021
May 13, 2020
The Kansas State University Symphony Orchestra shows how music brings us together with a special performance.
News and research
- Facilities Storeroom to assist with purchasing COVID-related sanitation supplies
- COVID-19 lease addendum may be option for off-campus student tenants
Events
- 4-H Discovery Days will go virtual this year
- Register for the Academic Advising Summer Institute
- JMC 2020 Send-Off Virtual Event May 16 to celebrate graduating class
Health and safety
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Cats' Cupboard announces inaugural cohort of student ambassadors
- 2020-2021 leadership selected for Union organizations
- Roman Ganta tours India to build international partnerships
- Geography and geospatial science department presents awards and scholarships
- Powercat Financial announces recipient of Waddell & Reed CFP reimbursement award
Newsletters, magazines and blogs
- Teaching and Learning Center's news and upcoming events
- Free resource to learn Spanish, Portuguese and French
May 12, 2020
Julia Gross, sophomore, encourages all K-Staters to be leaders and show the world the strength of the Wildcats.
News and research
- Model of beef cattle, transportation industries as critical infrastructures reveals vulnerabilities
- K-State's inaugural doctoral cohort in leadership in academic advising begins this summer
Events
- Zoom the Animal Science Undergraduate Research Symposium today
- 'Victory Garden' course draws more than 800 … and counting
Health and safety
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Grain science and industry announces student award winners
- Burrack and Payne publish text on assessment in music
- K-State is Big 12 winner in Recyclemania 2020
Newsletters, magazines and blogs
May 11, 2020
Last week was a great week for Kansas State University. President Richard Myers also looks ahead to celebrating student achievements.
KSUnite
News and research
- K-State veterinarian shares tips for a bite-free quarantine
- Dates for spring 2020 TEVALs, create your online TEVAL now
Personnel changes
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Sophomore in interior design earns honorable mention for Udall Scholarship
- Outstanding students, Wildcat Pride honors announced for 2019-2020 school year
- Entomology's Mike Smith featured in video by international organization
- Recognizing students for leadership and service
- Piano professor Slawomir Dobrzanski releases a new CD recording
University life
May 8, 2020
Missing MHK? The New Student Services Ambassadors bring Manhattan to you and share their favorite memories, places and university traditions.
News and research
- A summary of university changes related to COVID-19
- Hail to the graduates: Virtual events, recognitions to honor students
- Provide input on scholarly communication at K-State
Events
- K-State Alumni Association wants to celebrate our spring 2020 graduates
- 'We Miss You' curbside meal available from JP's
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Health and Human Sciences announces spring outstanding senior awards
- Psychological sciences announces student award winners
- Anthropology professor publishes on genomic history of ancient Andean civilizations
- Academic Achievement Center welcomes new Student Success Ambassadors
Technology
- AnyConnect VPN client to be retired June 30
- Availability of Adobe Creative Cloud extended to July 6
- Updated: HRIS and KSIS monthly maintenance scheduled for May 10
University life
May 7, 2020
Students Isaac Sunderland and Mikayla Adkins share their new learning environments and study spaces.
From the administration
News and research
- President Myers receives national award for service, patriotism
- Biologist receives national funding for cervical cancer research
- K-State Libraries' services continue during summer
- Dates for spring 2020 TEVALs, create your online TEVAL now
- Cats' Cupboard is here for you
- New Title lX regulations released by Office for Civil Rights
Events
Personnel changes
- Terry Hunt named director of aviation at Kansas State University Polytechnic Campus
- National search for executive director for recruitment and admissions
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Contributions to K-State earn 13 students Dean of Student Life Outstanding Graduating Senior Award
- Year-end Union honors
- Kinesiology students recognized by American Kinesiology Association with annual awards
- Explore K-State graduate student research and scholarship
Technology
May 6, 2020
Yasmin Patell, teaching professor of chemistry, urges students to work hard during the end of the semester and describes resources to prepare for final exams.
News and research
- University releases reopening plan
- Kansas farmer who donated mask to NY receives overdue degree from K-State
- Creating an online TEVAL video tutorial available
- K-State keeping rural, urban Kansans on the forefront of COVID-19 knowledge
Shared governance
Events
Human resources, benefits and training
Kudos, publications and presentations
- K-State awards Kassebaum Scholarships to five high school seniors
- A.Q. Miller School announces 2020-2021 scholarship recipients
- Kathrine Walker Schlageck named recipient of KAWSE Award
- College of Business Executive Mentor Program announces awards
- Blue Key Senior Honorary selects outstanding alumni award recipient
Technology
University life
Volunteer opportunities
May 5, 2020
It is NACADA Global Advising Week, and Jeannie Brown Leonard, vice provost for student success, celebrates K-State's achievements in academic advising, coaching and tutoring.
Events
Personnel changes
- Chandra Ruthstrom to retire from K-State after 40 years
- Sustainable intensification innovation lab hires communications specialist
- Art professor Teresa Tempero Schmidt to retire this spring
- Nick Austin accepts position as senior director of data operations
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Student from Hoyt chosen for American Veterinary Medical Foundation scholarship
- Art department announces spring 2020 scholarship winners
Technology
University life
May 4, 2020
The past few weeks have been tough, but President Richard Myers offers four reasons for optimism going forward.
From the president
KSUnite
News and research
Events
- Additional mobile food distribution May 8
- Public forum on health care and public health supply chain challenges May 6
- Register for Summer Academic Advising Institute
- Safe Zone to host Introductory Workshop for Faculty and Staff
Human resources, benefits and training
Personnel changes
Health and safety
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Department of Defense names mechanical engineering and math student a SMART scholar
- Civic Leadership Scholarship winners and finalists selected
- Advisor Forum announces May Charlie Award recipient
Technology
May 1, 2020
There are always bright spots during a dark time. We are all #kstatestrong.
From the administration
News and research
- Fashion studies degree available this fall at K-State
- Creating an online TEVAL video tutorial available
Shared governance
Events
Health and safety
- Lafene Health Center and Counseling Services participate in Mental Health Month
- Food expert shares tips for shopping safely at farmers markets
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Three high school seniors earn university's Presidential Scholarship
- 2020 Faculty and Professional Staff retirees revised list
- Biology awards outstanding senior with Haymaker Award
- Mechanical engineering technology professor at K-State Polytechnic contributes to two scholarly publications