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Academic Affairs and Innovation

Advancing academic strategies, developing and engaging faculty, and supporting robust academic innovation across K-State's academic enterprise.

Academic Affairs and Innovation provides leadership, support and guidance for academic affairs, faculty affairs, and academic innovation across the institution. We ensure a strong foundation is set to support innovative curriculum design and instructional practices, driving the institution toward our Next-Gen K-State strategic imperatives and goals.

Center for Academic Innovation

Whether you're seeking assistance in developing new programs or enhancing existing programs, the Center for Academic Innovation is here to help. From market research that provides a data-informed path forward to program development resources and support, we have you covered.

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Strategic Program Development and Management

Partners with academic colleges and university stakeholders to support the development, implementation, and management of academic, professional, and credential initiatives aligned with learner needs, workforce opportunities, and institutional priorities. Supports strategic program development, professional and continuing education initiatives, and collaborative academic innovation efforts across the university.

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Market Intelligence and Analysis

Analyzing industry-desired skills, projected occupational growth, top competitors and more positions K-State programs for success. Our market intelligence analysts conduct market research and gather accurate, relevant and unbiased data to guide strategic decisions throughout new program development or program revitalization.

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Instructional Design


The Instructional Design team partners with faculty and academic staff to provide personalized support in designing and developing both credit and noncredit courses. We also design online credit programs, microcredentials, and noncredit professional development opportunities that align with student needs and course objectives.
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Teaching and Learning Center

Discover the resources and tools available through the Teaching and Learning Center, which offers numerous resources for faculty development.

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Academic Excellence and Advancement

Advancing the academic mission of Kansas State University requires us to invest in innovation and excellence, offer opportunities for ongoing leadership development and growth, and recognize the successes and achievements of our faculty and staff.

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Policies and Guidance

View university policies, guidelines, handbooks and resources of particular importance to our academic faculty and staff, including the academic calendar and department/unit head directory.

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