Faculty and Staff Well-being

Cultivating a culture of well-being

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K-State is defining its future as a next-generation land-grant institution and establishing itself as a positive force in Kansas and the world. It starts by investing in the dedicated faculty and staff who make our goals possible. K-State champions a culture of satisfaction, engagement, opportunity, improvement and innovation.

Together with our next-gen strategic plan, we have the foundation needed to build a culture of well-being that lasts.

We're on a mission to become an employer of choice in Kansas and higher education. Faculty and Staff Well-being provides initiatives, programs and opportunities for employees to prioritize their physical, emotional, social and financial health. Well-being is about empowering ourselves and our community to create a K-State that's always people-centered. Whether you're ready to recharge, refocus, reconnect or just hit pause — let's realize our full potential together!


Eat healthy, the "Med Way"

Human Resources' Faculty and Staff Well-being, in collaboration with K-State Extension, invites university employees to attend Mediterranean-inspired cooking demonstrations. This event will be held once a month from September to February.

The "Med Way" features whole-grain, heart-smart recipes for all cooking levels. Each session includes a tasting opportunity so that attendees can experience the flavors firsthand.

Please register to attend upcoming sessions. If you can't join us in person, watch live on Zoom. Zoom recordings will also be made available.


September webinars

As part of our commitment to holistic well-being, we invite faculty and staff to join upcoming webinars this September, in recognition of National Suicide Prevention Month and Healthy Aging Month. Facilitated by our EAP partner, ComPsych, these sessions offer timely insights and practical strategies to support mental health and aging well. Register now to take part in these valuable conversations.
Date Topic Time Registration
9/4 Suicide Awareness 10 a.m. Register to attend
9/9 Increasing Understanding about Mental Health 2 p.m. Register to attend
9/18 Loneliness and Isolation in Today's World 10 a.m. Register to attend
9/23 Walking for Mental Health 2 p.m. Register to attend
9/30 Staying Young Through the Years 10 a.m. Register to attend

 

October events

This October, the Kansas State University community is invited to take part in Health and Well-being Month. Faculty and Staff Well-being events are listed below!

Date Topic Time Registration
10/1 Healthy Lifestyle: Changing the Way You Think about Diet & Exercise 10 a.m. Register to attend
10/3 Get moving: An Introduction to Exercise 2 p.m. Register to attend
10/6 Overcoming Shyness 10 a.m. Coming soon!
10/9 Social skills Refresh: How to Have Good Conversations in Social Situations 2 p.m. Coming soon!
10/13 Managing Personal Finances 10 a.m. Register to attend
10/16 Understanding the Importance of Credit in Today's Economy 2 p.m. Register to attend
10/20 Avoiding Burnout: Self-Assessment Methods & Strategies for Self-Care 10 a.m. Coming soon!
10/24 Domestic Violence Awareness 2 p.m. Coming soon!
10/29

Psychological Safety: Leaders (In-Person)| 35-40 Attendees
Student Union, Room 207

 10 a.m. Coming soon!

Health and Well-being events