Community Safety Talks

2025 Fall Semester Community Safety Talk Series

All Community Safety Talks will take place in 181 Hale Library

Vehicle Maintenance and Cost of Ownership

Date: Thursday, August 28th, 2025
Time: 2:00-3:00 P.M.
Register to attend.
Presenter: Brian Coonrod, Burnett Automotive.
Summary: This session will take a closer look at the cost of ownership of a vehicle and provide some helpful tips and preventative maintenance to help manage costs. Participants will learn how to perform maintenance checks and have the opportunity to ask questions about automobiles.
For questions or additional information, please contact Jesica Sellers at jesicats@ksu.edu or 785-532-6077.

Personal Preparedness

Date: Wednesday, September 10th, 2025
Time: 2:00-3:00 P.M.
Register to attend.
Presenter: Rikki Blume and Savannah Greiner, Division of Risk and Safety - Emergency Management.
Summary: In an unpredictable world, being prepared is one of the best ways to ensure your safety and wellbeing. Personal preparedness is about taking proactive steps to handle emergencies, whether they stem from natural disasters, power outages, medical emergencies or unexpected life events. By having a plan, gathering essential supplies and developing key skills, you can navigate challenging situations with confidence and resilience.

This workshop will help you understand the fundamental principles of preparedness, from creating emergency kits and communication plans to locating local shelter areas. Whether you’re facing a short-term disruption or a long-term crisis, being prepared gives you and your loved ones peace of mind and the ability to respond effectively when it matters most.
For questions or additional information, please contact Jesica Sellers at jesicats@ksu.edu or 785-532-6077.

Fire Safety

Date: Wednesday, October 8th, 2025
Time: 10:00-11:00 A.M.
Register to attend.
Presenter: Jack Chatmon and Christopher Vandorn, Environmental Health and Safety - Fire Unit.
Summary: Participants will learn about fire safety and prevention measures, as well as common items cited on inspections.
For questions or additional information, please contact Jesica Sellers at jesicats@ksu.edu or 785-532-6077.

Food Security

Date: Wednesday, November 12th, 2025
Time: 11:00 A.M.-12:00 P.M.
Register to attend.
Presenter: Jennifer Lopez, Lafene Health Center and Cat's Cupboard.
Summary: This session takes a holistic view of the impacts of food security and the resources available.
For questions or additional information, please contact Jesica Sellers at jesicats@ksu.edu or 785-532-6077.

Social Health

Date: Wednesday, December 3rd, 2025
Time: 2:00-3:00 P.M.
Register to attend.
Presenter: Jennifer Smith, Department of Psychology.
Summary: This workshop will explore the effects of loneliness and the decrease in social engagement.
For questions or additional information, please contact Jesica Sellers at jesicats@ksu.edu or 785-532-6077.