April 30, 2021
News and research
- Spring 2021 Faculty Development Award and University Small Research Grants announced
- Transfer your records to the university archives
- Saturday road closures for race will affect traffic near campus
COVID-19 university updates
Events
- Attend May 12 open forum for international travel policy
- Date change for Summer Advising Institute
- Young Writers' Workshop now accepting applications for online June program
- Reminder: Coffee Hour features Mongolia today
- Register to attend May 5 US Agency for International Development Information Session
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Fourteen K-State graduate students receive cancer research awards totaling $95,439
- Division of Biology names most promising students
- Landscape architecture graduate students earn Award of Merit from Prairie Gateway Chapter of American Society of Landscape Architects
- Health and Human Sciences recognizes undergraduate research showcase participants
Technology
- Office 365 training opportunities for May
- May 4: Microsoft Power Automate training
- May 5: Introduction to Qualtrics training using the new survey builder
Campus construction and maintenance
Newsletters, magazines and blogs
April 29, 2021
From the administration
COVID-19 university updates
Events
- Dean Lori Goetsch shares a Hale Library update in our next Wildcat Chat
- Safe Zone to host advanced workshop, 'The Art of the Healing Circle'
- Remembering communication studies professor emeritus Charlie Griffin
- Qiuhong Wang to present Diagnostic Medicine/Pathobiology Seminar
- Modern languages students present at Initials research forum
- Joe Louis to present Division of Biology Seminar
- Attend April 30 Sketch, Stretch, Sips and Sounds mental health awareness event
Human resources, benefits and training
Kudos, publications and presentations
- College of Arts and Sciences announces Faculty Enhancement Program awardees for fiscal year 2022
- Biology awards outstanding senior with Haymaker Award
- Learn more about K-State's 2021 student employee of the year
Technology
Newsletters, magazines and blogs
University life
April 28, 2021
From the administration
News and research
- College of Veterinary Medicine launches new database for listing externship opportunities
- Why should I have a retention schedule? Let's discuss
COVID-19 university updates
Events
- Enjoy for free: McCain Connected presenting two inspirational films May 7
- Staley School Graduation Reception to take place May 14
- Teaching and Learning Center presents professional development event today
- Beach Film Club: Virtual discussion today on experimental shorts
Human resources, benefits and training
- Asbestos Awareness for K-State Building Occupants summer 2021 virtual training dates
- Hazard communication virtual training dates for summer 2021
Personnel changes
- Chris Salmon named director of facilities maintenance
- Blake Billings appointed deputy general counsel
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Civil engineering senior wins national scholarship from American Society of Civil Engineers
- Goins publishes interview with son of legendary jazz guitarist
- APDesign architecture professor selected for Tyson Scholar of American Art program
- Spring 2021 Kim Dierks Tutor of Distinction Scholarship recipient selected
- Student Life and Student Success staff present at national conference on 'Creating Living Learning Communities'
- 2021 Undergraduate Research Showcase content still available for viewing
Technology
University life
Volunteer opportunities
April 27, 2021
News and research
Events
- Tree plantings this week to celebrate Arbor Day
- WellCAT Ambassadors host International Spring Break Experience today
- Reminder: 2021 Faculty and Professional Staff Retiree Ceremony
- Reminder: A space for faculty and staff to connect following Chauvin verdict
Human resources, benefits and training
Personnel changes
- Kansas Institute for Early Childhood Education and Research hires inaugural director
- Shelly Williams named Morrison family director of Cats' Cupboard
Health and safety
Kudos, publications and presentations
Technology
Newsletters, magazines and blogs
- Teaching and Learning Center's news and upcoming events
- Spirit of Arbor Day explored in Kansas Forest Service podcast
University life
April 26, 2021
KSUnite
News and research
- K-State Center for Hazardous Substance Research to receive $5 million in continued EPA funding
- University-developed US animal disease ID system receives Tyson support
- NACADA names Melinda Anderson as executive director
- K-State Olathe turns 10
- College of Veterinary Medicine presents research excellence award to Butch KuKanich
COVID-19 university updates
Events
- Last day to RSVP for in-person commencement ceremonies
- NIH's Mannes to present April 27 Anatomy and Physiology Seminar
- Phillips to present April 27 distinguished graduate faculty lecture
- Attend April 28 Safe Zone workshop 'He Said, She Said, They Said: A Dialogue on Sexual Assault Myths and Misconceptions'
- Veterinary college to host Alan Barrett for seminar on yellow fever vaccine
- Coffee Hour features Mongolia
- Records Management 101 training session available today
- Pre-law program hosts open house April 27
Human resources, benefits and training
Personnel changes
Kudos, publications and presentations
- College of Education dean represents land-grant institutions in national report
- Engineering honor society announces spring award recipients
- Knights of St. Patrick awards announced
- Race for Waste recycling competition tied for 2021
University life
April 23, 2021
News and research
- Top value: Survey ranks Kansas State University best educational value in state
- K-State receives NRC funding for Nuclear Engineering Fellowship Program
COVID-19 university updates
Events
- Office of Research Development to offer Minerva Research Initiative information session
- Beach Film Club: Virtual discussion on experimental shorts
- Music, Theatre, and Dance to host April 30 Date Night, The Second Act
- Tonight: K-State annual Drag Show goes virtual
- Top five teams to compete in K-State Innovation and Strategy Case Competition live Tuesday, April 27
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Dunja Peric's paper published in International Journal of Geomechanics is most read for March 2021
- National Residence Hall Honorary presents 2021 Leadership Reception Awards
Technology
- Records and Information Management Month: Data storage guidelines
- Try the new survey builder in Qualtrics
April 22, 2021
From the administration
News and research
- From KSU Foundation: Kansas State University celebrates the naming of the Carl and Melinda Helwig Department of Biological and Agricultural Engineering
- Staley School of Leadership Studies to virtually host 2021 Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders
- K-State veterinarian shares facts to prevent heartworm disease in pets
- Records and Information Management Committee available to help K-State staff
COVID-19 university updates
Events
- A space for faculty and staff to connect following the Derek Chauvin trial
- Roland Martin to present 'Speak Brother: A Black Man's View of America'
- Council on Parking Operations town hall today
- Attend the April 23 Wildcat Walk: To End Sexual Violence
- Julie Kohner, daughter of Holocaust survivors, shares 'Voices of the Generations' on Thursday, April 29
- Counseling Services and CARE to host April 27 Sexual Assault Awareness Discussion Panel
- Berlin Londoño to present Diagnostic Medicine/Pathobiology Seminar
- K-State Symphony Orchestra to present final performance of season on Anderson Hall Lawn
- Alberto Stolfi to present Division of Biology Seminar
- Proper disposal of medicines protects you and your Earth
Human resources, benefits and training
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Blue Key selects K-State students for 2021-2022 scholarships
- Collegian Media Group again sweeps top honors in state contest; students earn 53 individual awards
- College of Veterinary Medicine presents third annual staff awards
- Canfield earns 2021 Wayne Hunt McElwee Faculty Award
- K-State Alumni Association announces the 2021 Homecoming committee
- Students and faculty present at international conference, place second in design competition
- Burrack presents four professional development seminars
Technology
University life
April 21, 2021
From the administration
News and research
- From KSU Foundation: Student wellness initiatives at Kansas State University receive key investment
- Net Positive Studio receives awards at prestigious DOE Solar Decathlon Build Challenge
- K-State team receives USGS funding to study management of harmful algae blooms affecting freshwater systems
- Register your summer programs
COVID-19 university updates
Shared governance
Events
- Council on Parking Operations to host town hall April 22
- Teaching and Learning Center presents professional development event today
- Join the Poetry as Resilience Art and Healing Workshop on April 28
- Free HIV testing event Thursday, April 22
- Irene Fonseca to present 59th William J. Spencer Lecture
- Reminder: Support online student scholarships through the Bill Snyder Highway Half & 5K races
Human resources, benefits and training
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Langston is co-author in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences article
- Four K-State Master of Public Health students awarded Public Health Training awards
- Burrack publishes book chapter
- K-State Sales Program hosts second high school sales competition
Technology
- Retention schedule for Zoom recordings goes into effect July 5
- April 26: Getting Started with ETDR Templates
- Archive content from K-State Online learning management system by Aug. 1
Newsletters, magazines and blogs
University life
- Graduate Council welcomes new members
- Last day to apply: International Coordinating Council Executive Board 2021-2022 application
April 20, 2021
From the administration
News and research
- Vice President and Chief Operations Officer Bontrager to retire in September
- K-State honors two faculty members as 2021 university distinguished professors
- University and Fort Riley renew partnership
- Applications open for fall 2021 NBAF Scientist Training Program
Events
- Spring Dance Concert 2021 to be live, in-person event April 30-May 1
- Space for faculty, staff to connect following the Derek Chauvin trial
- Course Design Institute offered this summer to assist those teaching or developing online courses
- Celebrate Earth Day: Bingo challenge and events
- Records Management 101 training session available tomorrow
- Digital experiments with light as an art media presented at next Art and Math Seminar
Human resources, benefits and training
Kudos, publications and presentations
- K-State senior awarded national scholarship from Associated General Contractors of America
- Three-peat: Fashion design students make their third appearance at Kansas City Fashion Week
- Staley School recognizes campus and community members for excellence
- Karol Fike receives Mark and Eva Gardiner Innovation and Excellence Faculty Award
- Geography and geospatial sciences faculty and graduate students present at national geography conference
Technology
April 19, 2021
From the president
KSUnite
News and research
- College of Education using KBOR grant to help online students in urban, rural areas earn teaching degrees
- Study finds reduction in milk production among anaplasmosis-infected cattle
- Nominate research projects by April 23 for Kirmser Undergraduate Research Award
Events
- Let’s Talk About It: What’s in a Name?
- FIRE hosts coalition week to Take Back Our Lives
- NSF Social, Behavioral and Economic Sciences Directorate Information Session
- Marcelle Machluf to present Anatomy and Physiology Seminar
- Legal Speaker Series: Google in-house counsel Alan Ai
- Students for Environmental Action to host Earth Day celebration
Human resources, benefits and training
Personnel changes
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Enrollment management work recognized in national advertising competition
- International Student and Scholar Services names scholarship winners
- Regional and community planning professor Kashem earns Foundation of Islamic Finance Conference Award
- Legleiter and Locanthi present at virtual CUPA-HR Conference
- History department congratulates graduate student award recipients for 2021
- Megan Campbell awarded Michael E. Brown Alpha Tau Omega Mortar Board Leadership Scholarship
- Four instructional faculty members promoted in the Division of Biology
- Winner announced for 2021 Kyle Pelton Student Employee of the Year
University life
- Annual online catalog updates
- Student organization registration opening for 2021-2022
- Calling all tap dancers
- Reminder: Global Campus award nominations due April 23
April 16, 2021
From the administration
News and research
- One-year master's program provides path for professional biomedical studies
- Records management resources available online
COVID-19 university updates
Events
- Live April 23: K-State Gates Capital Management Stock Pitch Competition
- Mortar Board XIX Chapter hosting book drive
- 'Two by Two: Animal Pairs' — Beach Museum of Art's new virtual exhibition for animal lovers of all ages
- Register for April 22 Creating Internships Webcast
Human resources, benefits and training
Kudos, publications and presentations
Technology
Campus construction and maintenance
April 15, 2021
From the administration
- Vice president for research candidate virtual open forum today
- Reminder: Dean of K-State Libraries candidate open forum today
- Reminder: Application deadline for internal search for interim chief diversity and inclusion officer is Friday, April 16
- Research Weekly
From the Kansas Board of Regents
News and research
- Capabilities and client base grows for food industry, entrepreneur resource
- Carl R. Ice College of Engineering announces excellence in diversity and inclusion awards
Events
- UAS Virtual Academy for teens again offered by Kansas State Polytechnic in June
- Join the K-State Alumni Association to honor Iman Award winners virtually
- Tonight at 7 p.m.: A conversation with Latina writer Josefina López
- Attend Hale Library's virtual ribbon-cutting and celebration later today
- Poet Romeo Oriogun to read from his work via Zoom on Wednesday, April 21, 3:30 p.m.
- Ru Zhang to present Division of Biology Seminar
- Join Wallet Wisdom Webinar Series
- Sigma Lambda Gamma National Sorority Inc. hosts Chipotle fundraiser today
- Jeff Mittie Women's Basketball Camps
Human resources, benefits and training
Personnel changes
Kudos, publications and presentations
- University recognizes 12 students with Dean of Student Life Outstanding Graduating Senior Award
- Leadership, scholarship and service earn students membership to Chimes Junior Honorary
Technology
University life
Volunteer opportunities
- Student volunteers needed for Week of Welcome Student Planning Team
- Veterinary Health Center looking for K9 blood donors
April 14, 2021
From the administration
News and research
COVID-19 university updates
- Riley County pauses administration of Johnson & Johnson single-dose vaccine
- Updates on COVID-19 in K-State communities
Events
- Pink Up the Pace 5K in Downtown Manhattan to support K-State cancer research April 24
- Interior design and fashion studies department hosts annual symposium virtually
- Virtual summer camp explores food science and careers
- Records Management 101 training session available tomorrow
- Beach Film Club: Virtual discussion today on 'Women Without Men'
- Teaching and Learning Center presents professional development event today
- Open/Alternative Textbook Initiative information session Friday, application deadline April 23
- IEEE Kansas Power and Energy Conference 2021
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Goins publishes research on Blue Note Records artist
- K-State junior awarded national DOE scholarship
- Global Campus leader wins national UPCEA Emerging Professional award
Technology
April 13, 2021
From the administration
News and research
Events
- Take a virtual tour of the K-State Net Positive Studio home in DOE's Solar Decathlon Build Challenge
- Celebrate graduate students this month
- 'Are You Smarter Than a Freshman?' airs April 17
- Research Administrators Council quarterly meeting today
- Kansas Voter Registration Day
Human resources, benefits and training
- Human Capital Services establishes collaboration team
- Enhanced access to State Self Insurance Fund program for work-related incidents
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Student chapter wins excellence award from the American Concrete Institute
- Craig B. Parker lectures for College Music Society
Newsletters, magazines and blogs
- Annual Conquest magazine showcases K-State cancer researchers and partners
- Teaching and Learning Center's news and upcoming events
University life
April 12, 2021
From the administration
KSUnite
News and research
- College of Education produces international documentary about rural schools and the pandemic
- Online format sets record for veterinary student symposium at K-State
Events
- Annual IDFS Showcase of Excellence hosted virtually April 22
- Grices to present 'What Matters To Me and Why'
- K-State Drag Show going virtual
- History department to host 2021 virtual Parrish Colloquium on global histories of plague
- Mary Cain to present Anatomy and Physiology Seminar
- National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency information session
Human resources, benefits and training
- Vacation leave accrual information
- Join university records manager for Records and Information Management Month virtual training April 15
Health and safety
Kudos, publications and presentations
Technology
University life
April 9, 2021
From the administration
- A Diversity Action Plan Update: Increasing recruitment efforts for students of color
- Dean of K-State Libraries finalists
News and research
- Engineering professors receive funding for DOE water infrastructure project
- How to avoid 'ruff' situations: Veterinarian shares tips on dog bite prevention
- Computer science team continues support for online database on history of slavery
- K-State Police Department joins countywide radio system
COVID-19 university updates
- Lafene Health Center offers Johnson & Johnson vaccine clinic on April 12
- A summary of university updates related to COVID-19
- COVID-19 compliance survey results available
Events
- New Faculty Institute event on Monday, April 12
- Asian Pacific Islander Desi American Heritage Month keynote speaker
- Showcase your research at GROW and EXCITE virtual summer workshop
- Beach Film Club: Virtual discussion on 'Women Without Men'
- Research Administrators Council quarterly meeting Tuesday
- Reminder: Coffee Hour to feature Egypt today
Kudos, publications and presentations
- 2021 President's Award of Excellence for Unclassified Professional winners
- 2021 K-State University Support Staff Award of Excellence winners
- Abigail Langston receives NSF — Geomorphology and Land-use Dynamics Program award
- K-State team contributes to third edition of 'Introduction to Unmanned Aircraft Systems'
- Six graduate students recognized for research presentations at K-State GRAD Forum
- K-State Alumni Association announces newest slate of members for Student Alumni Board
- ETS Achievement Award to K-State Libraries’ Jason Coleman
- Congratulations to winner of University Printing's gift basket drawing
Technology
University life
Volunteer opportunities
April 8, 2021
From the administration
News and research
- Data archive available to K-State researchers and instructors
- Wallet Wisdom webinars can help sharpen money management skills
COVID-19 university updates
Events
- Records Management 101 training session available tomorrow
- Support students, win big! Hospitality management's Travel and Dining Auction ends this week
- Kyeong-OK 'KC' Chang to present Diagnostic Medicine/Pathobiology Seminar
- Wildcat Warriors hosting annual 5K to benefit USO of Kansas
- Wildcat Mini-Dialogues: Let's Talk About It
- Steve Schmidt to present Division of Biology Seminar
- Mock Trial Team hosts Chipotle fundraiser today
- Livestream conversation today: Mapping the Future of Tallgrass Prairie Landscapes
- K-State Sales Program to host 2021-2022 Sales Team tryouts
Human resources, benefits and training
Kudos, publications and presentations
Technology
April 7, 2021
From the administration
COVID-19 university updates
- Appointments still available for April 8 Johnson & Johnson vaccine clinic
- Updates on COVID-19 in K-State communities
Events
- 'Moving From Reflection to Action': Theme for Summer Academic Advising Institute
- IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology student chapter to host FDA speaker session
- College of Arts and Sciences Student Diversity Summit this Thursday, April 8
- Live theatre returns to K-State this weekend
- Final spring mobile food distribution
- Join the K-State Career Center for the 2021 Kyle Pelton Student Employee of the Year Awards Ceremony
- Wisdom Wednesday with Jeannie Brown Leonard
- Teaching and Learning Center presents professional development event today
- Take a break before finals and come run/walk with Graduate Student Council
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Debra Bolton joins board of trustees of The Nature Conservancy
- APDesign graduate student Talisa Hernandez awarded inaugural Condia + Ornelas Traveling Fellowship
- A thank you to campus from K-State Libraries and the Division of Information Technology
- Three students win Mortar Board Outstanding Student Scholarships
Technology
University life
April 6, 2021
From the administration
- Vice president for research candidate virtual open forum today
- Legislative Update
- Dates for spring 2021 TEVALs, create your online TEVAL now
News and research
- Associate Provost Brian Niehoff to retire in June
- College of Education summit brings together nearly 120 to discuss rural education achievements, concerns
- Four faculty to emphasize need for collaboration around zoonotic diseases at online national conference
- Geology faculty member funded by Saudi Aramco to study reactive transport in fractures
- Online Journal of Rural Research and Policy seeks papers for special COVID-19 issue
COVID-19 university updates
Events
- 2021 Faculty and Professional Staff Retiree Ceremony
- K-State's All-University Virtual Open House April 8-10
- Reminder: 23rd annual S. Thomas Parker Mathematical Competition is April 10
- 48-Hour Film Challenge Red Carpet Event on Thursday, April 8 at 6 p.m.
- Grace M. Shugart Lecture Series presents 'Constantly Connected,' a virtual presentation by David Donnan
- Mathematical models that inspired surrealists of the 20th century to be presented at Art and Math Seminar
- Coffee Hour: Egypt on April 9
- KAWSE to host 'That's a job? STEM Careers Beyond Academia' panel
- Economics Club to host manager of international trade for PwC
Kudos, publications and presentations
- K-State Sales Team finishes season with another win
- Camille Korenek selected as KSAND recipe contest winner
Newsletters, magazines and blogs
April 5, 2021
From the administration
KSUnite
News and research
- KSU Foundation: $503,161 raised for Textbooks 2.0 through All In for K-State
- Shelter medicine community outreach vehicle makes its maiden voyage
- NACADA's Charlie Nutt inspires international award
- Sunderland Foundation Innovation Lab now offering media studio and equipment checkout
COVID-19 university updates
Events
- MPH program participates in National Public Health Week
- Reminder: 'ICC GOT TALENT' to take place April 8
- Acclaimed Latina playwright speaks to students
- Earth Day recycling competition hosted at Multicultural Student Center through April 22
- Susan Paskewitz to present Entomology Seminar April 6
- Diversity Programs Office celebrates Diversity Month and Arab American Heritage Month
- Retirement reception today for Annette Bullard
- Bruce Schultz to present Anatomy and Physiology Seminar
- UIDP pre-paid virtual conference offered
- ADVANCE Distinguished Lecture Series presents Jill McGaughy
- Bedding plant sale canceled
- Final logic workshop today
- Responding to community needs around STEM access: A call for action
Human resources, benefits and training
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Two K-State faculty receive $5,000 Iman Awards for teaching and research
- Advisor Forum presents April Charlie Award
Newsletters, magazines and blogs
University life
- Don't forget mom: University Printing offering Mother's Day banners
- JP's Catering offers signature box lunches
April 2, 2021
From the administration
- President Myers invites applications for interim chief diversity and inclusion officer
- An update from AD Gene Taylor
News and research
COVID-19 university updates
Events
- APIDA Month and AASU's 30th anniversary kickoff event
- Julia Keen to present Coffman Chair Lecture today
Personnel changes
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Doctoral candidate in biology receives Sarachek Predoctoral Honors Fellowship
- Industrial engineering student earns top award at Institute of Industrial and Systems Engineers regional conference
Policy/procedure updates
Technology
April 1, 2021
From the administration
- Join today's virtual town hall meeting for faculty and staff
- Vice president for research candidate finalists announced
- Research Weekly
News and research
COVID-19 university updates
Events
- Asian Pacific Islander Desi American Heritage Month
- April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month
- 2021 Common Book Information Session on Wednesday, April 7
- Sign up for training during Records and Information Management Month
- Safe Zone Introductory Workshop
- Gaelen Burke to present Division of Biology Seminar
- Livestream conversation: Mapping the Future of Tallgrass Prairie Landscapes
- Chika Okafor to present Diagnostic Medicine/Pathobiology Seminar
Human resources, benefits and training
Kudos, publications and presentations
University life
- Submit fall 2021 course material adoptions
- Apply for fall 2021 Natural Resources and Environmental Sciences Graduate Fellowship
- Deadline extended to apply for nontraditional student scholarships for women
- K-State students: Don’t forget to sign up for Wildcats Forever during enrollment