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2026
October
Cybersecurity scams happen, even in the K-State community , Oct. 14Jordan Wilson named chief information security officer , Oct. 14HRIS, KSIS and DARS maintenance scheduled for Oct. 11 , Oct. 7Compensation study update: Next steps and upcoming timeline , Oct. 7Next-Gen K-State procurement initiative advances with pilot groups, new Wildcat OneBuy platform, Oct. 7Share feedback in the fall Custodial Services survey , Oct. 5Duo handles whatever campus throws their way , Oct. 2Beyond stone and steel , Oct. 2
September
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report notification for the campus community , Sept. 30Free IT equipment checkout for students, faculty and staff, Sept. 17Natural gas pipeline safety and leak response information , Sept. 16Portions of Claflin Road and parking lots closed Sept. 17-18 , Sept. 14Exploring the Microsoft Groups landing page , Sept. 10 Free printing available on the Manhattan campus , Sept. 10Setting our sights on 2030: an update from President Linton , Sept. 9Civil Rights and Title IX Office seeks equal access for students , Sept. 9HRIS, KSIS and DARS maintenance scheduled for Sept. 13 , Sept. 9
August
Microsoft discontinues free version of Copilot , Aug. 31People with Purpose: Steven Snyder , Aug. 31Award-winning law enforcement professional to lead K-State Police, Public Safety , Aug. 28New ATA shuttle route makes getting around campus easier , Aug. 28Classes are back in session; scammers never left , Aug. 27Start the semester right with these IT resources , Aug. 23K-State continues to rank among top employers , Aug. 21Regular parking permit restrictions resume Aug. 24 , Aug. 21IT Service Desk fall schedule begins Aug. 23 , Aug. 20Budget and compensation initiatives in action: Fiscal year 2027 performance-based merit pool update , Aug. 19ID Center fall schedule begins Aug. 24 , Aug. 19K-State Parking Services receives national award , Aug. 14New Canvas tools for the fall semester , Aug. 11I know that email is here somewhere: Let Outlook search do the heavy lifting , Aug. 6K-State employees invited to Faculty and Staff Resource Fair Aug 18 , Aug. 5HRIS, KSIS and DARS maintenance scheduled for Aug. 9 , Aug. 5
July
June
May
Pay for parking on the go with Honk Mobile , May 31
Forbes names K-State a top employers for new graduates , A destination for rodeo and more: Bilbrey Family Event Center elevates rodeo, venue and partnership opportunities Enjoy flexible summer campus parking , May 15
New phased parking permit pricing to take effect July 1 , May 13
Free vehicle checks for students preparing to travel , May 11IT Service Desk summer hours , May 12Accessibility in Microsoft 365: Small changes can make a big difference , May 8Navigate summer improvements , May 6HRIS, KSIS and DARS maintenance scheduled for May 10 , May 6People with Purpose: Kyle Casey , May 4
April
How IT Equipment Checkout brings learning into the classroom , April 27Stay alert! Phishing scams never let up , April 24The countdown is on: Avoid late fees by paying your parking citations , April 22Wireless printing from a personal laptop on campus , April 16Division of Information Technology receives the Laserfiche Run Smarter Award for Program of the Year, April 10Connect with your audience using a LISTSERV mailing list , April 9HRIS, KSIS and DARS maintenance scheduled for April 12 , April 8K-State taking performance management system online May 1 , April 6Annual space management survey due June 12 , April 3Email encryption: Add an extra layer of security when sending sensitive emails , April 2A budget transformation update from advisory committee co-chairs Parking garage transitions to the HonkMobile payment app on April 2 , April 1How are we doing? Complete the Custodial Services survey by April 10 , April 1
March
Volunteers needed for 2026 K-State Day of Service on April 11 , March 25Get your steps in with Walk Kansas , March 13A Budget Transformation update: Increasing operational excellence through our Next-Gen procurement initiative , March 11 Two sections of Mid-Campus Drive will be closed starting on March 16 , March 11Nominations open for unclassified professional staff, university support staff awards , March 9Microsoft shared accounts provide a shared inbox for your team , March 5University Computing Labs available for the K-State campus , March 5HRIS, KSIS and DARS maintenance scheduled for March 8 , March 4IT Service Desk spring break schedule March 15-22 , March 4A Budget Transformation Initiative update from the Advisory Budget Committee co-chairs , March 2 K-State leads international collaboration for next‑gen global agriculture solutions , March 2 People with Purpose: Ronnie Grice , March 2Severe weather preparedness: Tornado drill and K-State Alerts test March 4 , March 2
February
January
Parking meters on the Manhattan campus transition to cashless payments , Jan. 30Viva Learning: Your learning hub in Microsoft 365 , Jan. 29What is data privacy and why should you care? , Jan. 27Enrollment open for K-State Supervisory Foundations , Jan. 21Don’t lose access: Update the Duo Mobile app by Feb. 2 , Jan. 21Free IT resources and services for students, faculty and staff , Jan. 20Cybersecurity Awareness Training required of all employees , Jan. 16Regular parking permit restrictions resume Jan. 20 , Jan. 14Forbes names K-State a dream employer among students, employees , Jan. 12Sustainable tree removal efforts on campus continue throughout January , Jan. 7Spring semester development opportunities for faculty and staff now available in the online training catalog , Jan. 7HRIS, KSIS and DARS maintenance scheduled for Jan. 11 , Jan. 7
2025 December
End-of-year inbox refresh: Clearing the clutter so you a fresh start in the new year , Dec. 18, 2025Open parking on campus from Dec. 25 to Jan. 20 , Dec. 17, 2025IT Service Desk reduced hours during winter break , Dec. 16, 2025Help transform IT: Take the IT Needs and Satisfaction Survey , Dec. 15, 2025Performance management d eadlines now due; new electronic system selected for next phase Help shape campus mobility: Take the K-State Transit Survey , Dec. 10, 2025HRIS, KSIS and DARS maintenance scheduled for Dec. 14 , Dec. 8, 2025Headed out for the holidays? Don't forget these cybersecurity saftey tips , Dec. 8, 2025Visit the IT Status Hub for real-time updates on IT Services , Dec. 4, 2025Using Microsoft Loop to keep your meeting notes organized , Dec. 4, 2025Cybersecurity tips for safer online shopping during the holidays , Dec. 3, 2025Make sure you know what to do when winter weather strikes , Dec. 1, 2025 November
K -State modernizes campus parking with new stall availability sensors , Nov. 21, 2025 KBOR to meet virtually Nov. 19 , Nov. 19, 2025 Fall break schedule for the IT Service Desk , Nov. 14, 2025Build a task system in Microsoft Loop and Teams , Nov. 13, 2025User feedback leads to improvements in Concur travel and expense management Streamline your day with Workflows in Microsoft Teams , Nov. 12, 2025K-State modernizes campus parking with new stall availability sensors , Nov. 21, 2025Make the season brighter for Wildcat families , Nov. 10, 2025First timecard approvals in new time and leave system due Nov. 10 , Nov. 7, 2025Does your browser need a diet? , Nov. 6, 2025What can you find in the IT Service Portal , Nov. 5, 2025A portion of Mid-Campus Drive will be closed Nov. 7-28 , Nov. 5, 2025Software available for students, faculty and staf f, Nov. 4, 2025HRIS, KSIS and DARS maintenance scheduled for Nov. 9 , Nov. 3, 2025Faculty, staff invited to shape the future of professional development , Nov. 3, 2025 October
The hidden cost of convenience: Are your time-savings habits putting you at risk? , Oct. 28, 2025Revolutionizing academic submissions with new electronic forms , Oct. 29, 2025A portion of Claflin Road will be closed on Oct. 25 , Oct. 22, 2025Personalizing Copilot with an About page , Oct. 16, 2025Wireless printing from a personal laptop , Oct. 16, 2025Enhance employee well-being during Wildcat Pause Day Kaiser earns two Business Relationship Management awards , Oct. 10, 2025Stay secure by keeping your software up to date , Oct. 9, 2025Prioritizing people: Faculty and staff opportunities during Health and Well-being Month Microsoft Loop or Copilot Pages? , Oct. 8, 2025HRIS, KSIS and DARS maintenance scheduled for Oct. 12 , Oct. 6, 2025Open enrollment for 2026 employee health benefits is Oct. 1-31, Oct. 8, 2025Beware of phishing: Watch out for Duo push and phone call attacks , Oct. 8, 2025Protect yourself from doxxing , Oct. 1, 2025October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month , Oct. 1, 2025Four easy ways to pay your parking citation , Oct. 1, 2025 September
K-State sets campus transformation in motion , Sept. 29, 2025K-State's Campus Restoration Act projects approved by Kansas Board of Regents , Sept. 26, 202510 daily habits to keep your computer secure , Sept. 25, 2025How can you protect yourself online? , Sept. 25, 2025Annual benefits fair starts next week for all 3 campuses Professional development opportunities in new online training catalog K-State named third-best employer in Kansas, No. 1 among state’s colleges Free IT equipment checkout for students, faculty and staff , Sept. 18, 2025Highlighting K-State's international travel protocols , Sept. 16, 2025New FlexPass parking option available for K-State Parking Garage , Sept. 15, 2025Get Office 365 apps for free , Sept. 12, 2025Attend training for new time and leave system launching Oct. 26 , Sept. 12, 2025Building a collaborative hub in Microsoft Teams , Sept. 11, 2025Find contact information for K-Staters using the K-State People Search , Sept. 11, 2025HRIS, KSIS and DARS maintenance scheduled for Sept. 14 , Sept. 8, 2025Ensure your campus announcements are reaching the right audience , Sept. 5, 2025Parking permit and policy updates in effect for Manhattan campus , Sept. 3, 2025 August
Parking lot A2 will be closed on Sept. 5 , Aug, 29, 2025Caretakers of campus: Small but mighty grounds and landscape teams helps K-state put its best foot forward , Aug. 25, 2025Shine bright: Limestone cleaning project brings new look to campus buildings , Aug. 25, 2025Top strategies for getting the most out of Microsoft Planner , Aug. 21, 2025New calendar question in Qualtrics , Aug.. 19, 2025New parking management platform streamlines event parking , Aug. 22, 2025Regular parking permit restrictions resume Aug. 25 , Aug. 18, 2025FY 2026 performance-based merit pool update , Aug. 15, 2025Lots of benefits headed your way with new time and leave system , Aug. 15, 2025Tips for making PowerPoint accessible , Aug. 14, 2025Best practices for organizing your inbox , Aug. 13, 2025Tree removal at the English/Counseling Services building on Aug.12 , Aug. 11, 2025Qualtrics maintenance scheduled Aug. 17-20 , Aug. 11, 2025Explore academic biosecurity in interactive workshop led by FBI experts , Aug. 8, 2025Clean up your digital clutter with OneDrive , Aug. 7, 2025HRIS, KSIS and DARS maintenance scheduled for Aug. 10 , Aug. 4, 2025Forbes ranks K-State No. 3 among America’s Best Employers for Women , Aug. 1, 2025 July
How to use Microsoft Loop and Teams to manage projects , July 31, 2025What is Smishing , July 31, 2025A portion of Claflin Road will be closed on Aug. 4 , July 30, 2025
Leave requests, approvals made easy: Here’s how new time and leave system will help , July 25, 2025
Parking garage moves to cashless payments on Aug. 1 , July 25, 2025
Automate weekly email reminders with Power Automate , July 23, 2025
Qualtrics on-demand training , July 17, 2025
Tree maintenance at Lafene Health Center begins July 14 , July 11, 2025
Network maintenance scheduled for July 12 , July 11, 2025
New time and leave system set for fall launch across all campuses , July 9, 2025Adobe Creative Cloud access for student employees , July 9, 2025HRIS, KSIS and DARS maintenance scheduled for July 13, July 7 , 2025 June
Maintenance of wireless networks on July 2 , June 30, 2025Managing your digital footprint , June 26, 2025Parking permit and policy updates effective July 1 , June 25, 2025Start using the new calendar in Microsoft Teams , June 25, 2025Parking garage cleaning begins today , June 23, 2025New features and improvements available in Canvas , June 23, 2025Find the status of IT Services, June 13, 2025Free IT equipment checkout for students, faculty and staff, June 11, 2025
Gregory Flax appointed interim assistant vice president and chief technology officer , June 9, 2025
Excel tricks that save you time , June 5, 2025
Kansas Board of Regents to meet June 11-12 in Topeka , June 11, 2025
Brains and blueprints: Mary Park brings quiet project leadership to K-State's massive Global Center for Grain and Food Innovation , June 2, 2025
May
Collaborate with Loop Workspaces in Teams , May 29, 2025New look for Office 365 sign-on starting May 30 , May 28, 2025
How to get more out of OneNote , May 22, 2025
Lyndon Coghill appointed assistant vice president for academic IT and research support , May 21, 2025
Download K-State Safe, the university’s new mobile safety app , May 21, 2025
Elevate your next online meeting with Zoom’s AI Companion , May 21, 2025
Quick access to Teams Chat, OneNote feed, Day Calendar and To Do in Outlook , May 20, 2025
Enjoy open parking on campus this summer , May 19, 2025
Temporary closures of Claflin and Old Claflin roads , May 16, 2025
Maintain formatting consistency in Word documents by using Styles , May 15, 2025
Building K-State's future: Advancing through strategic investment and operational excellence , May 14, 2025
Tips for staying cybersecure this summer , May 14, 2025
How are we doing? Complete the Custodial Services survey by May 16 , May 9, 2025
K-State updates international travel policy to strengthen safety and compliance , May 9, 2025
Nita Awatramani appointed assistant vice president and chief information security officer , May 9, 2025
Easier tracking with Excel tables , May 8, 2025
Free vehicle inspections for students preparing to travel , May 7, 2025
Bring order to you Inbox: How to color-code emails in Outlook , May 5, 2025
Kick-start your fitness journey, May 2, 2025
April
Annual alcohol and other drug policy notification , April 29, 2025The countdown is on: Pay your parking citations before the semester ends , April 23, 2025Important changes to Duo authentication , April 18, 2025Kansas Board of Regents meeting is April 16 , April 16, 2025Everything must go: Surplus office furniture giveaway for university departments , April 9, 2025Tackle work’s big challenges with Building Next-Gen Leadership series , April 4, 2025Learn tips for severe weather season , April 2, 2025 March
Keep your bike safe with K-State registration , March 28, 2025Updates to Official Hospitality policy , March 26, 2025Creating video with Microsoft Clipchamp , March 14, 2025Volunteers needed for 2025 K-State Day of Service , March 14, 2025University launching compensation study and career architecture development initiative Continuing our efforts to transform and protect IT at K-State , March 12, 2025K-State's agenda for the March Kansas Board of Regents meeting Donations 4 Citations successfully raising donations for Cats' Cupboard , March 12, 2025Key Control office will be closed March 14-21 , March 12, 2025IT Service Desk spring break schedule , March 12, 2025Updates to email account retention and automatic forwarding policy , March 12, 2025Creating a registration form in Qualtrics , March 10, 2025IT Equipment Checkout and University Telephone Operator closed for spring break , March 10, 2025K-State is using geolocation technology to enhance cybersecurity , March 7, 2025Navigating change together: Employee Assistance Program group sessions now available Register now for Walk Kansas K-State Alerts test today HRIS, KSIS and DARS maintenance scheduled for March 9 , March 5, 2025Connecting to the correct wireless network , March 5, 2025Guard your online privacy , March 5, 2025Severe Weather Preparedness Week begins today; tornado drill to take place Wednesday at 10 a.m. , March 3, 2025Collaborate with your team using a Microsoft shared account , March 3, 2025University Printing offers shipping services beginning March 5 , March 3, 2025E-scooters return to Manhattan campus , March 3, 2025Videos, survey available to help with new performance management process, February
Email collaboration with Microsoft Loop , Feb. 28Exploring the OneDrive homepage , Feb. 28Parking Services announces a new way to pay citations , Feb. 28, 2025Save time by using Outlook templates , Feb. 24X-ray and accelerator registration , Feb. 24Send an encrypted email in Outlook , Feb. 21Organize your workflow with Microsoft Lists , Feb. 19Share your feedback about the Campus Master Plan , Feb. 19, 2025Help conserve campus energy and heat , Feb. 19, 20251095C tax forms are now available Find the status of IT services , Feb. 17, 2025Federal transition update from President Linton , Feb. 17, 2025Zahner-Younts named director of talent and organizational development Effectively Utilizing K-State Policies and University Handbook offered virtually on March 3 and 5 , Feb. 17, 2025Forbes names K-State one of America's Best Midsize Employers Nominations are open for unclassified professional staff, university support staff awards K-State's agenda for the February Kansas Board of Regents meeting Stay safe this tax season , Feb. 12, 2025Free printing on the Manhattan campus , Feb. 12, 2025Park on the go with the ParkMobile app , Feb. 12, 2025Register now for new Concur travel and expense training , Feb. 10, 2025KPERS preretirement seminars start next week, Feb. 10, 2025Required annual Campus Security Authority training , Feb. 10, 2025Reminder: Federal transition resources and guidance available at one-stop website Manhattan campus computer labs , Feb. 10, 2025Campus Master Plan town hall Tuesday, Feb. 11 , Feb. 10, 2025Free IT equipment checkout , Feb. 7, 2025New registration process in place for programs, camps and events involving minors , Feb. 7, 2025Use Adobe Creative Cloud to create a multimedia experience , Feb. 7, 2025Hub Monitor Stations available in Hale Library , Feb. 5, 2025HRIS, KSIS and DARS maintenance scheduled for Feb. 9 , Feb. 5, 2025Contract Postal Unit closing March 5 , Feb. 5, 2025Campus Master Plan: View the preliminary plan Feb. 11 , Feb. 3, 2025Update on the 2025 federal transition and executive orders January
Blume to lead Office of Emergency Management , Jan. 31New Cybersecurity training available Feb. 3 , Jan. 31, 2025Campus Restoration Act proposals due Feb. 28 , Jan. 31, 2025Canvas feature improvements for the spring semester , Jan. 31, 2025Upgrade to the latest version of Zoom by Feb. 1 , Jan. 27, 2025Automatic email forwarding will be deactivated March 13 , Jan. 27, 2025Unpaid tolls scam , Jan. 24, 2025Microsoft 365: Free for students, faculty and staff , Jan. 24, 2025Decisions/eForms maintenance Jan. 24-26 , Jan. 22, 2025W-2 forms available through State of Kansas Employee Self Service New ATA bus route added for peak hours , Jan. 22, 2025Parking Services launches Donations 4 Citations program , Jan. 22, 2025Prepare for the extreme cold , Jan. 17Regular parking permit restrictions resume Jan. 21 , Jan. 17, 2025Claflin Road is closed between Mid-Campus Drive and Denison Avenue until 5 p.m. Jan. 18 , Jan. 15, 2025Create, distribute and analyze surveys using Qualtrics , Jan. 15HRIS, KSIS and DARS maintenance scheduled for Jan. 12 , Jan. 10, 2025Campuses return to normal operations , Jan. 8, 2025
2024
December
Tips to avoid current PayPal scam , Dec. 20Schedule email in Microsoft Outlook on the web , Dec. 18Beware of giveaways , Dec. 182025 Cybersecurity Training available Feb. 1: Temporary suspension of account disabling , Dec. 16New time and leave system progressing toward 2025 launch , Dec. 16, 2024 Central Mail Services winter break schedule , Dec. 13, 2024Copy final grades from Canvas to KSIS , Dec. 11, 2024Winter is coming: Keeping you informed if inclement weather impacts our campuses Complimentary vehicle inspections Dec. 9-13 , Dec. 9, 2024IT Service Desk reduced hours during winter break , Dec. 9, 2024Open parking Dec. 25-Jan. 21 , Dec. 9, 2024Organization tips to wrap up your semester , Dec. 6Rehearse your presentation in PowerPoint , Dec. 6President Linton Next-Gen K-State monthly update Download your assignment submissions from Canvas , Dec. 4, 2024Supporting your mental health and well-being during the holidays HRIS, KSIS and DARS maintenance scheduled for Dec. 8 , Dec. 4, 2024
November
Adjustments to waste pickups this week Beware of scams during Black Friday , Nov. 22Kansas Board of Regents November meeting university updates , Nov. 22, 2024Part of Denison Avenue sidewalk closed Nov. 25-Dec. 30 , Nov. 22, 2024Reminder to keep windows closed during winter months , Nov. 22, 2024Thanksgiving break schedule for the IT Service Desk , Nov. 20, 2024IT Transformation Initiative update , Nov. 20, 2024K-State's agenda for the November Kansas Board of Regents meeting Key Control Office closed for remodeling Nov. 18 and 19 , Nov. 18, 2024700-plus employees complete performance management training; sessions still available through Dec. 20 Streamline your workflow with Quick Steps in Microsoft Outlook , Nov. 12Watch out for gift card scams: protect your money and stay safe , Nov. 11HRIS, KSIS and DARS maintenance scheduled for Nov. 10 , Nov. 6, 20242024 Adobe MAX conference recordings available , Nov. 5University holiday schedule announced
October
New Concur Zoom support hours beginning Nov. 1 , Oct. 30, 2024Reminder: Open enrollment for 2025 benefits ends Oct. 31 Key Control office closed Oct. 31 , Oct. 30, 2024 Free IT equipment checkout , Oct. 30Share your ideas about the Campus Master Plan by Friday , Oct. 28, 2024Upgrade to the latest version of Zoom by Nov. 2 , Oct. 28, 2024Protecting student data Open enrollment for 2025 benefits ends Oct. 31 , Oct. 28, 2024How’s your Cyber hygiene? , Oct. 25, 2024Protecting student data , Oct. 24Make your Excel data stand out by using conditional formatting , Oct. 24FERPA training emails sent by mistake , Oct. 23, 2024Upgrade now to Windows 11 , Oct. 23, 2024Campus Master Plan town halls kick off this week , Oct. 21, 2024Avoid phishing scams with three simple tips , Oct. 254 tips to stay safe online , Oct. 21K-State Alerts test Oct. 16 , Oct. 14, 2024Tips for protecting your devices and personal information , Oct. 14, 2024New Flint Hills ATA bus route begins today , Oct. 14, 2024 Faculty and staff needed to serve on Council on Parking Operations Performance Management: Supervisory Best Practices offered Oct. 29 Ackert Hall water and natural gas service interruption , Oct. 14, 2024 Protect yourself from ransomware: What you need to know , Oct. 11, 2024Have questions about open enrollment and 2025 benefits?, Oct. 9, 2024Collaborative Communication for Supervisors offered Oct. 24 Building Next-Gen Leadership series continues Oct. 21-24 with 'Conflict: How to Make It Productive.’ , Oct. 9, 2024 HRIS, KSIS and DARS maintenance scheduled for Oct. 13 , Oct. 9, 2024Open enrollment for 2025 benefits underway; view changes to state health plan , Oct. 7, 2024 Faculty Senate to host fall open forum with President Linton , Oct. 7, 2024 Building Your Conflict Management Toolkit offered Oct. 22 , Oct. 7, 2024 Save the date: Campus Master Plan town halls , Oct. 4, 2024Plan to attend the Biosafety and Biosecurity Summit Oct. 10-11 How to identify CEO fraud International travel and activities guidance, resources available Key Control and Distribution will be closed Oct. 7 , Oct. 2, 2024Fostering Community & Culture of Belonging in the Workplace for supervisors offered Oc. 17
September
By design: Purposeful planning yields emotional connections to the spot we love full well , Sept. 30, 2024New FIS reporting system launches Oct. 1, Sept. 30, 2024Understanding Legal and Ethical Responsibilities of Supervisors offered Oct. 15 , Sept. 30, 2024Annual campus security and fire safety reports available , Sept. 30, 2024Wednesday is K-State Custodial Worker Appreciation Day , Sept. 30, 2024Ensure you are saving enough for retirement , Sept. 30, 2024Software available for students, faculty and staff , Sept. 30, 2024Hazardous waste awareness workshop , Sept. 30, 2024Annual Benefits Fair , Sept. 30, 2024Manhattan campus computer labs , Sept. 27, 2024Annual Benefits Fair Campus Fire Safety Month: Electrical safety tips, Sept. 27, 2024Use Microsoft Word’s styles feature to help keep the formatting of your documents consistent , Sept. 25, 2024Erickson: FY24 sees major accomplishments in continuous improvement work , Sept. 25, 2024K-State utilizing geolocation for cybersecurity , Sept. 25, 2024 Take a free ride across campus on the ATA bus , Sept. 25, 2024Attend the 2024 Benefits Fair , Sept. 23, 2024 Effectively Utilizing K-State Policies and University Handbook offered Oct. 8 , Sept. 23, 2024Feedback drives 5 planning themes for Campus Master Plan , Sept. 20, 2024Kansas Board of Regents September meeting university updates , Sept. 20, 2024Understanding Your Role as a K-State Supervisor offered Oct. 2 , Sept. 20, 2024Campus Fire Safety Month: Lithium-ion battery safety , Sept. 20, 2024Duo: Remember me for 7 days feature , Sept. 20, 2024Supporting growth and Operational Excellence: K-State's agenda for the September Kansas Board of Regents Meeting Compensation Study and Career Architecture Development to kick off this fall , Sept. 18, 2024Park on the go with the ParkMobile app , Sept. 18, 2024The Scoop on K-State releases next episode featuring K-State's vice president of administration and finance Use Adobe Creative Cloud to create a multimedia experience , Sept. 18, 2024Environmental health and safety training workshops Oct. 16-18 , Sept. 16, 2024College Heights Road east lane closure Sept. 16-20 , Sept. 16, 2024Reminder: K-State upgrading KSIS and HRIS systems , Sept. 16, 2024Need help? Self-help is available in the IT Knowledge Base , Sept. 13, 2024Pursuing operational excellence: Next-Gen K-State monthly update from President Linton Free on-campus printing , Sept. 11, 2024Microsoft’s Create Platform offers customizable templates for various Microsoft 365 apps Spot the scam: how to stay safe online , Sept. 10, 2024Bluemont Hall renovation makes a ‘front door’ for the future of education , Sept. 9, 2024Free IT equipment checkout for students, faculty and staff , Sept. 5, 2024New careers website launches , Sept. 4, 2024Hub Monitor Stations available in Hale Library , Sept. 4, 2024K-State Alerts: Manage your notification settings ., Sept. 4, 2024 HRIS, KSIS and DARS maintenance scheduled for Sept. 8 , Sept. 4, 2024
August
New and improved K-State careers site launches; your testimonies needed , Aug. 30 2024Concur introduces updated homepage , Aug. 30 2024 Dickens Hall south entrance closed Sept. 2-8 , Aug. 30, 2024Posting announcements on campus , Aug. 30, 2024Campus traffic safety tips , Aug. 28, 2024K-State upgrading KSIS and HRIS systems , Aug. 28, 2024Welcome to the fall semester from the IT Service Desk , Aug. 27, 2024Find contact information for K-Staters using the K-State People Search Directory , Aug. 23, 2024Kimball Avenue to reopen at Denison Avenue intersection Aug. 26 , Aug. 23, 2024K-State enhancing accessibility, safety across campus Partial closure of Mid-Campus Drive Aug. 26-Sept.12 Need help using Canvas? , Aug. 21, 2024IT Service Desk fall schedule , Aug. 19, 2024IT hiring initiative is underway , Aug. 19, 2024Canvas: New features for the fall semester , Aug. 16, 2024Get a jump start on your semester by organizing your inbox , Aug. 13, 2024Service interruption notification for multiple buildings , Aug. 7 2024HRIS, KSIS and DARS maintenance scheduled for Aug. 11 , Aug. 7, 2024Tucker named director of parking and transportation , Aug. 5, 2024
July
Funding awarded for deferred maintenance proposals , July 29, 2024Reminder: 2023-2024 parking permits expire July 31 , July 29, 2024Lovers Lane closed July 31-Aug. 9 , July 29, 2024Parking lot A28 closed July 25-26 , July 24, 2024Mediasite now offers browser-based recording , July 24, 2024Director of parking and transportation open forum presentation July 26 , July 24, 2024Enhancing K-State's cybersecurity practices , July 24, 2024Dole Hall service interruption notification , July 24, 2024Facilities Central Mail and Storeroom closed , July 24, 2024 SIDLIT conference countdown: Check out the schedule of presentations , July 23Kim LeCompte named assistant vice president for HR talent strategy and engagement , July 19, 2024Canvas: Announcements and Discussions redesign , July 22, 2024Portion of College Heights Road will be closed July 23-24 , July 19, 2024Campus Creek Road and Petticoat Lane construction updates , July 17, 2024Renew your parking permit by July 31 , July 15, 2024Reminder: Director of parking and transportation open forum presentation is today , July 15, 2024Denison Avenue closed July 15-25, July 12, 2025Director of parking and transportation open forum presentation July 15 , July 12, 2024Flax appointed interim assistant vice president for academic and research IT , July 12, 2024Retirement reception for Julie Henton July 18 , July 10, 2024Travel delays on Denison Avenue July 11-12 , July 10, 2024HRIS, KSIS and DARS maintenance scheduled for July 14 , July 10. 2024July 29-31: Summer Institute for Distance Learning and Instructional Technology (SIDLIT) Conference , July 8, 2024Tillman named assistant vice president, deputy chief information officer for enterprise systems , July 8, 2024Transportation garage and motor pool closed July 8-12 , July 3, 2024N ew notice of non-reappointment policy effective July 1 , July 1, 2024KTA cashless tolling begins July 1 , July 1, 2024A new version of the K-State People Search Directory , July 1, 2024
June
PaperCut maintenance scheduled for July 3 , June 28, 2024Next-Gen K-State IT Transformation Initiative , June 28, 2024KTA cashless tolling begins July 1 , June 28, 2024 Update your parking account with new license plate info to avoid a citation , June 26, 2024K-State Contract Post Office closed temporarily, June 26, 2024 Summer notification of annual security and fire safety report , June 24, 2024 University chooses ADP for new time and leave system , June 21, 2024North Martin Luther King Jr. Drive closed south of Anderson Avenue through June 25 , June 21, 2024New staff performance management evaluation system to begin implementation this fall , June 17, 2024Student loan forgiveness workshop hosted by TIAA and Savi , June 17, 2024Determining Tax Status for Foreign National Employees session offered June 27 , June 17, 2024Graphic design made easy with Adobe Express , June 17, 2024Manhattan campus construction update , June 14, 2024Beware of CEO fraud scams , June 14, 2024Waters Hall emergency light testing , June 14, 2024Rosanna Carvalho promoted to director of project management , June 12, 2024Reminder: Juneteenth now a university holiday , June 12, 2024Concur Zoom support adjusts hours for June 17 to July 5 , June 12, 2024Regional organization seeks feedback on electronic vehicles , June 12, 2024Update to the latest version of Mediasite Mosaic for Windows , June 12, 2024Manhattan Avenue road closure June 17-21 , June 12, 2024Jeff Barnes to retire from Parking Services June 7 , June 7, 2024HRIS, KSIS and DARS maintenance scheduled for June 9 , June 5, 2024
May
Mindful Communication for Supervisors offered June 12 , May 31, 2024Understanding Legal and Ethical Responsibilities of Supervisors offered June 12 , May 31, 2024Effectively Utilizing K-State Policies and University Handbook offered June 10 May 29, 2024Fire extinguisher training dates for summer 2024 , May 29, 2024Understanding Your Role as a K-State Supervisor offered June 10 , May 24, 2024Take the snooze out of your PowerPoint presentations , May 22, 2024Lovers Lane at Manhattan Avenue to close May 23 for construction , May 22, 2024Facilities Customer Service phones not in service May 24 , May 22, 2024Parking survey completed; next steps , May 22, 2024Summer parking on Manhattan campus , May 17, 2024PaperCut maintenance scheduled for May 23 , May 17, 2024Fiscal year-end deadline reminders , May 15, 2024IT Service Desk summer schedule , May 13, 2024Enr ollment ope n for K-State Superviso ry Foundations K-State Alerts upgrades, changes launch today , May 10, 2024Building Next-Gen Leadership workshop adds additional session May 16 , May 10, 2024Time is running out: Complete the Manhattan campus parking survey by May 15 , May 9, 2024How are we doing? Complete the Custodial Services survey by May 24 , May 8, 2024Copy final grades from Canvas to KSIS , May 7, 2024New FLSA salary threshold announced Reminder: Submit annual space survey , May 6, 2024Kansas WISE well-being and mentoring programs available for state of Kansas employees , May 6, 2024Reminder: All campus steam service interruption , May 6, 2024New Microsoft Planner is available in Teams , May 6, 2024Phishing Scams: Watch out for job scams , May 3, 2024IT Service Desk, Equipment Checkout and Media Studio summer schedules , May 2, 2024Zoom minimum version requirement May 4 , May 2, 2024Second Building Next-Gen Leadership workshop begins May 8 Download your assignment submissions from Canvas , May 1, 2024
April
Microsoft’s Create Platform offers customizable templates for various Microsoft 365 apps , April 30Take a study break and complete the parking survey , April 30, 2024Need help? Self-help is available in the IT Knowledge Base, April 26, 2024Parking Services open forum April 25 , April 25, 2024Phishing Scam: “URGENT: Suspected Exposure Incident Detected”, April 25, 2024Complete Cybersecurity Awareness training by April 30 Supervising Students on the Job training session offered virtually May 2 Take the Manhattan campus parking survey , April 18, 2024Manhattan campus computer labs , April 18, 2024Zoom no longer support Windows 7 and Windows 8/8.1 , April 18, 2024RIM Month: Email records management , April 17, 2024Next-Gen K-State monthly update from President Linton , April 11, 2024Free on-campus printing , April 11, 2024RIM month: How to identify transitory records , April 10, 2024HRIS, KSIS and DARS maintenance scheduled for April 14 , April 9, 2024Today is the last day to take the Campus Master Plan survey , April 8, 2024K-State using geolocation for cybersecurity , April 8, 2024Manhattan Avenue construction update: Vattier Street to partially reopen late April 3 , April 3, 2024Records and Information Management Month: What is a record? , April 3, 2024Have you taken the Campus Maste r Plan survey? , April 2, 2024Service interruption: All campus steam Building Next-Gen Leadership series launches first session April 15 , April 1, 2024Anthony Travel agent now on-site , April 1, 2024
March
Spring update for Savi borrowers , March 29, 2024Annual Cybersecurity Awareness training begins April 1 , March 28, 2024 Learn more about Concur: Drop-in Zoom sessions available; sign up for expense reporting webinars , March 27 Sign up for retirement planning consultation meetings Join Division of Facilities in celebrating frontline cleaning professionals March 24-30 Connecting to the correct wireless network Campus Master Plan kicks off Tuesday with town halls; survey available now , March 25, 2024Reminder: Register for travel training sessions with Concur and Anthony Travel Update your parking account with new license plate info , March 22, 2024Campus Master Plan: a chance for your voice to be heard , March 21, 2024Use Adobe Creative Cloud to create a digital experience , March 20, 2024Register now for travel training with Concur and Anthony Travel ,Microsoft Teams: Make your posts stand out using the announcement feature , March 15, 2024Amanda McDiffett named assistant vice president of HR operations , March 13, 2024 PaperCut maintenance scheduled for March 14 , March 13, 2024 Information about impersonation phishing scams , March 8, 2024 Next-Gen K-State monthly update , March 7, 2024 HRIS, KSIS, and DARS maintenance scheduled for March 10 , March 6, 2024IT Service Desk spring break schedule , March 5, 2024Enrollment open for K-State Supervisory Foundations , March 4, 2024 Service interruption: All campus steam , March 4, 2024 Timeline extended for budget model review , March 1, 2024
February
Free IT equipment checkout for students, faculty and staff , Feb. 28, 2024University to establish single badge-access system across all campuses as part of comprehensive security plan , Feb. 28, 2024Manhattan campus computer labs , Feb. 27, 2024University calls for proposals for FY25 deferred maintenance project, Next-Gen K-State 1:1 match for research space innovation , Feb. 26, 2024Reminder on campus postings policy , Feb. 26, 2024Concur to launch Monday: Sign up for training, procurement cards , When to use K-State's VPN , Feb. 22, 2024Manhattan Avenue construction update , Feb. 21, 2024Updated operational guidance now available , Feb. 20, 2024Hub Monitor Stations available in Hale Library , Feb. 20, 20242023 Total Compensation Summary statements available in HRIS , Feb. 20, 2024Concur launches Feb. 26: Sign up for training, procurement card disbursement , Feb. 19, 2024Kansas Board of Regents February meeting university updates , Feb. 15, 2024Be aware of phishing scams , Feb. 14, 2024Kansas Board of Regents February meeting agenda items , Feb. 14, 2024Concur implementation moved up to Feb. 26; new universal time and attendance system also being fast-tracked , Feb. 13, 2024Facilities Contract Post Office closed temporarily , Feb. 13, 2024Updates on restored IT services , Feb. 12, 2024A next-Gen K-State update from President Linton , Feb. 8, 2024 HRIS, KSIS, and DARS maintenance scheduled for Feb. 11 , Feb. 6, 2024
January
Updates on restored IT services , Jan. 31, 2024USS performance review deadline extended to Feb. 29 , Jan. 31, 2024Zoom minimum version requirement Feb. 3 , Jan. 30, 2024KBOR approves uniform notice of non-reappointment policy , Jan. 29, 2024Budget model review open forum, stakeholder sessions to be rescheduled , Jan. 29, 2024New budget model: Seeking feedback via survey , Jan. 26, 2024Update on restored IT services , Jan. 24, 2024Reminder: Mandatory password reset is today , Jan. 23, 2024Required eID password reset announced , Jan. 22, 2024K-State Today emails return in limited format , Jan. 18, 2024IT interruptions ,Jan. 16, 2024IT Service Desk closed Jan. 15 , Jan. 11HRIS, KSIS, and DARS maintenance scheduled for Jan. 14 , Jan. 10, 2024Universal time and leave system update: Review of current processes finished , Jan. 5, 2024Performance management update: Focus groups in full swing; strategic partner selected ,, Jan. 4, 2024
2023
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September
August
Reminder: Chief human resources officer candidate open forum today , Aug. 31, 2023 Campus Creek stabilization and Bayberry Lane project update , Aug. 30, 2023Fire extinguisher training dates for fall 2023 , Aug. 29, 2023Updates to event and visitor parking , Aug. 28, 2023Lisa Johnson selected as assistant vice president of planning, design and construction , Aug. 28, 2023Sept. 19: A new look for single sign-on and Duo two-factor authentication , Aug. 28, 2023K-State is now using geolocation , Aug. 28, 2023Save the date: Chief human resources officer candidate open forums , Aug. 25, 2023Supervising Students on the Job training session offered virtually Sept. 7 , Aug. 24, 2023Parking permits now virtual, ParkMobile app available for hourly parking , Aug. 23, 2023Universal time and attendance system initiative update , Aug. 22, 2023Protocol for campus postings , Aug. 22, 2023Help keep K-State cool during record-breaking hot temperatures , Aug. 22, 2023IT Service Desk is available to help , Aug. 21, 2023Construction project continues on east side of Rathbone Hall , Aug. 21, 2023SSC-Navigate Academic Planner Template Builder training for advisors offered Sept. 1 , Aug. 18, 2023Assistant vice president of planning, design and construction candidate open forum , Aug. 17, 2023SSC-Navigate Basics training for advisors offered Aug. 31 and Sept. 1 , Aug. 17, 2023IT Service Desk fall schedule , Aug. 17, 2023Phase One of Campus Creek Stabilization and Bayberry Project will begin Aug. 21 , Aug. 17, 2023Launching Next-Gen K-State Sept. 8 , Aug. 16, 2023Human Capital Services changes name to Human Resources , Aug. 16, 2023Reminder: Chief risk and safety officer candidate open forum today , Aug. 16, 2023Reminder: Chief risk and safety officer candidate open forum today , Aug. 15, 2023Reminder: Special open enrollment for long-term care insurance , Aug. 15, 2023IT summer update , Aug. 15, 2023Improved payment options to better support students , Aug. 14, 2023Residence hall move-in traffic and parking , Aug. 10, 2023Save the date: Chief risk and safety officer candidate open forums , Aug. 10 2023 LibKey Nomad extension available to faculty, students and patrons , Aug. 9, 2023Canvas: New Gradebook filters , Aug. 8, 2023Division of Facilities crews working to improve campus sidewalks , Aug. 8, 2023Assistant vice president of planning, design and construction candidate open forum , Aug. 3, 2023Purchasing and Contract Services training offered , Aug. 3, 2023Surplus office furniture sale open to university departments , Aug. 1, 2023Special August open enrollment for long-term care insurance , Aug. 1, 2023Adobe Creative Cloud free to faculty and staff Aug. 1 , Aug. 1, 2023
July
Parking permits expiring today, purchase and renew online , July 31, 2023Reminder: Submit annual Space Survey , July 28, 2023CatFiles W: Drive to be reorganized , July 26, 2023Protect your online privacy , July 21, 2023Multiple buildings service interruption notification , July 21, 2023Records Management training offered Aug. 1 , July 20, 2023Zoom minimum version requirement Aug. 5 , July 20, 2023Next-Gen K-State strategic plan draft and operational excellence structural framework , July 19, 2023July 29: Intro to ETDR Templates , July 19, 2023Hub Monitor Stations available in Hale Library , July 18 ,2023When to use K-State's VPN , July 17, 2023Adobe Creative Cloud free to faculty and staff Aug. 1 , July 14, 2023Increased phishing scams expected in July , July 13, 2023Service interruption: Seaton Hall and Environmental Research Lab , July 13, 2023Request a printed open enrollment guide now , July 11, 2023Sign up for KPERS pre-retirement webinars , July 7, 2023Manhattan Dual Career Support Network launched , July 6, 2023Human Capital Services changes name to Human Resources , July 5, 2023HRIS, KSIS and DARS maintenance scheduled for July 9 , July 5, 2023
June
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February
2022
Update on Manhattan campus space relocations , Dec. 14, 2022Update on the university strategic investment fund process , Nov. 7, 2022 Deferred maintenance project awards , Oct. 6, 2022From CFO and Interim vice president for operations: Update on planned building demolitions , Sept. 13, 2022Deferred Maintenance Project call for proposals , June 17, 2022K-State Parking Services to implement license plate recognition technology , Apr. 19, 2022University to implement a contract lifecycle management system , Mar. 2, 2022FY 2023 strategic investment fund awards , Feb. 10, 2022Kronos electronic time and leave system restored , Jan. 20, 2022Facilities storeroom offers free COVID-19 PPE supplies for K-State units , Jan. 11, 2022
2021
Employee data safe as KRONOS vendor experiences ransomware attack , Dec. 15, 2021Lauer and Carvalho named to interim Division of Facilities positions , Dec. 9, 2021Project estimate request process adjustments , Dec. 9, 2021Prepare now for winter weather conditions , Oct. 22, 2021Submission of FY 2022 strategic investment budget proposals , Oct. 1, 2021 K-State adopts new simplified tuition and fees structure , June 17, 2021FY 2022 budget update , June 10, 2021Vice President and Chief Operations Officer Bontrager to retire in September , April 20, 2021North 17th Street on Manhattan campus renamed in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. , March 29, 2021FY 21 Strategic Investment Fund proposals awarded , Feb. 4, 2021 Every Wildcat A Wellcat employee kits available for spring , January 12, 2021
2020
Virtual campus interviews for the chief audit executive , December 1, 2020Plans for reducing normal university activity for the 2020-2021 holiday season , November 19, 2020Division of Financial Services partners with Huron Consulting Group to evaluate procurement contracting processes , Nov. 4, 2020 Appointment of F&A Distribution Task Force , Oct. 23, 2020Updates made to purchasing procedures policy , Oct. 7, 2020Submission of FY 2021 Strategic Investment Budget Proposals , Oct. 6, 2020University operations organizational updates , September 14, 2020 Every Wildcat A Wellcat: Employee wellness kits , August 18, 2020 Federal funding to assist with COVID-19 expenses , Aug. 11, 2020University Operations preparations for the fall semester , July 31, 2020Strategic Investment Fund proposals awarded , June 2, 2020 Campus building assessment and space utilization studies , April 29, 2020K-State addresses budget steps regarding pandemic , April 29, 2020 Updates to University Operations services , April 3, 2020Administrative units develop remote work solutions , Apr. 2, 2020 Deadline extended for Laboratory Safety Renovation Program proposals , March 25, 2020Essential personnel only; most campus buildings locked , March 23, 2020Staffing updates within University Operations , February 13, 2020Laboratory Safety Renovation Program call for proposals , January 31, 2020
2019
University holiday closings and reduced activity , November 12, 2019Letter from President Richard Myers: FY 2020 budget update , July 1, 2019 Kansas Board of Regents June meeting agenda items , June 19, 2019Kansas Board of Regents May meeting agenda items , May 15, 2019Kansas Board of Regents April meeting agenda items , April 17, 2019Kansas Board of Regents March meeting agenda items , March 20, 2019Kansas Board of Regents February meeting agenda items , February 19, 2019Kansas Board of Regents January meeting agenda items , January 16, 2019
2018
Kansas Board of Regents December meeting agenda items , December 12, 2018University holiday closings and reduced activity , December 10, 2018FY 2019 budget update , November 8, 2018Kansas Board of Regents November meeting agenda items , November 7, 2018Kansas Board of Regents September meeting agenda items , September 18, 2018Planning for the holiday season , August 28, 2018Kansas Board of Regents June meeting agenda items , June 20, 20182019 City University Project Fund projects , May 21, 2018Kansas Board of Regents May meeting agenda items , May 16, 2018Kansas Board of Regents March meeting agenda items , March 14, 2018Kansas Board of Regents February meeting agenda items , February 13, 2018Kansas Board of Regents January meeting agenda items , January 17, 2018
2017
Kansas Board of Regents December meeting agenda items , December 20, 2017Kansas Board of Regents November meeting agenda items , November 14, 2017Fiscal Year 2018 Budget update , October 18, 2017Kansas Board of Regents September meeting agenda items , September 20, 2017Kansas Board of Regents June meeting agenda items , June 14, 2017Kansas Board of Regents May meeting agenda items , May 17, 20172018 City University Project Fund projects , April 26, 2017Kansas Board of Regents April meeting agenda items , April 19, 2017Kansas Board of Regents March meeting agenda items , March 14, 2017Kansas Board of Regents February meeting agenda items , February 14, 2017Kansas Board of Regents January meeting agenda items , January 18, 2017
2016
Kansas Board of Regents December meeting agenda items , December 14, 2016Kansas Board of Regents November meeting agenda items , November 16, 2016University names building for former vice provost and dean Elizabeth Unger , November 7, 2016President's Cabinet approves revised weapons policy , November 2, 2016Kansas Board of Regents October meeting agenda items , October 18, 2016Five Division of Financial Services offices relocate , October 10, 2016Kansas Board of Regents September meeting agenda items , September 15, 2016Kansas Board of Regents June meeting agenda items , June 15, 2016Kansas Board of Regents May meeting agenda items , May 17, 2016Kansas Board of Regents April meeting agenda items , April 19, 2016Kansas Board of Regents March meeting agenda items , March 22, 2016Weapons Advisory Work Group update , February 26, 2016Kansas Board of Regents February meeting agenda items , February 15, 20162016 Space Migration final proposal selections , January 26, 2016Kansas Board of Regents January meeting agenda items , January 20, 2016
2015
Kansas Board of Regents December meeting agenda items , December 15, 2015Weapons Advisory Work Group update , December 14, 2015Kansas Board of Regents November meeting agenda items , November 17, 2015University holiday closings, reduced activities , November 13, 2015Update on the state and university budget , November 12, 2015Amending the weapons possession policy , November 6, 20152016 Space Migration Planning Project underway , November 3, 2015Kansas Board of Regents October meeting agenda items , October 12, 2015New annual budget proposal process , September 21, 2015Planning for the holiday season , August 26, 20152015 Space Migration Planning Project outcomes , August 24, 20152015 Space Migration final proposal selections , June 1, 20152015 Space Migration Planning Project underway , April 6, 2015Planning for campus space reallocation , March 13, 2015