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Faculty workshops help integrate applied learning into courses

Nov. 21, 2025

Applied Learning Experiences hosted multiple faculty workshops this semester to help faculty prepare their courses for upcoming semesters.

Creating impactful experiences overseas

Nov. 3, 2025

In the heart of Orvieto, Italy, a group of 40 Kansas State University students embarked on a transformative four-week journey through the lens of Italian fashion. At the helm was Kelsie Doty, a professor whose passion for mentorship and experiential learning shaped both the curriculum and the personal and professional growth of every student involved.

Leadership and Wildcat connections: Apply today to be an Applied Learning Experiences Ambassador

Oct. 10, 2025

Kansas State University students who are passionate about gaining practical experience outside of the classroom to prepare for their futures are invited to apply to be Applied Learning Experiences Ambassadors.

Dean Mary Tolar on The Scoop

Sep. 23, 2025

Dean Mary Tolar sits down with K-State Alumni Association President and CEO Adam Walker to discuss Applied Learning and the Staley School.

Inaugural grants awarded for applied learning

Sep. 19, 2025

Today, the University Steering Committee for Applied Learning Experiences announces the inaugural recipients of the Applied Learning Experiences incentive grants from the spring 2025 application cycle.

Applied learning at K-State gives students career confidence and clarity, valuable skills

Sep. 5, 2025

When students begin their college careers at Kansas State University, they come prepared to do coursework that will lead them toward degrees. But when those Wildcats graduate, they leave the spot they love full well with more than degrees: They enter their futures with valuable real-world skills honed during hands-on experiences supported by K-State.

Applications open for fall 2025 Applied Learning Incentive grants

Sep. 3, 2025

The Applied Learning Experiences team is now accepting applications for fall 2025 incentive grants, which support the integration of applied learning into academic courses and programs.

College of Arts and Sciences aims to boost applied learning under leadership of Lisa Melander

July 1, 2025

Kansas State University’s College of Arts and Sciences has long been dedicated to experiential learning in the lab, on the stage, in the community and with partnering organizations. And now, it takes that commitment a step further.

Archives

• Spring 2025
  
  

  • Mar. 12 University steering committee established to develop, integrate applied learning experiences
  • Feb. 7  President Linton Next-Gen K-State Update
• 2024
  • Sep. 23 Applied learning at Kansas State University receives $2 million investment from Julie and Roger Davis
  • Sep. 4 Schroeder to lead NextGen K-State applied learning initiative as executive director
  • May 1 Letter to Campus from Dean Mary Tolar
  • Feb. 27 Letter to Campus from Dean Mary Tolar
• 2023
  • Oct. 12 Letter to Campus from Dean Mary Tolar

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