Faculty and Staff Well-being
Cultivating a culture of well-being
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!
Strengthen Your Connections with 'Cats Connect
Strong relationships are one of the most powerful predictors of happiness and well-being. 'Cats Connect is a peer-facilitated program designed to foster meaningful connections across campus. Faculty and staff are invited to join small groups of 4–7 participants from outside their usual circles. Groups meet for five one-hour sessions and engage in meaningful conversations and connection. Contact Jennifer Fabrizius if interested in participating.
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.
Breast Cancer Awareness Month
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. | Register to attend |
| 10/9 | Social skills Refresh: How to Have Good Conversations in Social Situations | 2 p.m. | Register to attend |
| 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. | Register to attend |
| 10/24 | Domestic Violence Awareness | 2 p.m. | Register to attend |
| 10/29 |
Creating Psychological Safety in the Workplace (In-Person)| 35-40 Attendees |
10 a.m. | Register to attend |
| 10/29 |
Line dancing in the K-State Student Union Courtyard (no registration required!) |
12 p.m. | Join us! |