Upcoming Events and Important Dates
October-November 2026
BioBonanza
Tue., Oct. 6, 2026 | 5-6:30 p.m.
120 Ackert Hall (and other locations in Ackert/Chalmers Halls)
Discover K-State STEM opportunities and biology-related careers! Hear from student researchers and learn about current science ventures of professors and grad students. Treats provided!
Plenty of self-care activities in October!
Throughout October
In addition to resting with no classes on Wildcat Pause Day on Fri., Oct. 9, you can enjoy K-State’s many Health and Well-Being Month activities designed to help Wildcats do good things for their physical, mental, emotional and financial health!
From line dancing, cooking and flower giveaways to financial and personal safety tips, there’s something for everyone. Take advantage of this special opportunity to prioritize your well-being!
Homecoming: Chapters of K-State
Oct. 11-17
There are lots of ways to join in the fun of K-State's weeklong 111th Homecoming celebration!
- 5K Run/Walk Philanthropy | Sun., Oct. 11
- Paint the 'Ville | Sun., Oct. 12
- Wildcat Request Live lip sync and dance competition | Tue., Oct. 13
- Children’s Carnival | Wed., Oct. 14
- K-State Volleyball vs. KU | Thu., Oct. 15
- Parade and Pep Rally | Fri., Oct. 16
- K-State Football vs. KU | Sat., Oct. 17
Visiting Artist Exhibition: Genevieve Baudoin
Sept. 28-Oct. 30
Chapman Gallery, Willard Hall
The "Unfinished Work" exhibit by Genevieve Baudoin chronicles the research and creative work of contemporary technologies applied to masonry construction.
Home/Land: Art, Culture, and Place-Making
Mon., Oct. 12
10 a.m.-3:30 p.m. online events
5-7 p.m. in-person event
Beach Museum of Art
This Indigenous Peoples Day event is presented by the Beach Museum of Art and K-State Indigenous Faculty and Staff Alliance.
Heartland AI Symposium
Nov. 10-12
K-State Manhattan, Manhattan Public Library, and online
This year's expanded, three-day, regional event brings together students, faculty, educators, industry professionals and community members to explore how artificial intelligence is shaping education, agriculture, business, creativity and everyday life. Learn about AI and its ethical, social and environmental impacts through keynote talks, hands-on workshops, live demonstrations and community town halls.
Important Dates
- Oct. 9 – Wildcat Pause Day (no classes)
- Oct. 26 – Spring 2025 Course Enrollment Begins
- Oct. 30 – Last Day to drop class with “W” on transcript (16-week classes)
View full 2026-2027 Academic Calendar
Planning to graduate in December?
The priority date to apply for graduation and get your name in the Commencement program was Oct. 1. But you can still apply for graduation. Even if you don’t plan to attend the Commencement ceremony, the application is required to graduate. Stay up-to-date by checking the K-State graduation site frequently.
If you have any questions, contact the college’s Center for Student Success and Engagement, 107 Calvin Hall, artsci@ksu.edu.