UPCOMING EVENTS AND IMPORTANT DATES

By marcia

Thursday, Feb. 26, 2026

Employer Pitch Night – Law, Justice and Social Science

Tue., March 3 | 5:30-7 p.m.
Zoom via Handshake
Hosted by Career Center

Employers in law, government, nonprofit and social science fields will meet with students virtually to highlight their employment and internship opportunities. Students gain insight into careers and make professional connections. Register for this virtual event through Handshake.

 

Grad Expo

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Tue., March 3
10 a.m.-3 p.m.
K-State Student Union, Courtyard
Hosted by K-State Alumni Association

Get everything you need to prepare for graduation and the commencement ceremony. Chat with vendors and score some giveaways!

Students must present student I.D.

 

Chapman Center Research Showcase

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Thu., March 5 | 3:30-5 p.m.
112 Leasure Hall

Interdisciplinary research on rural Kansas will be showcased at the Chapman Center for Rural Studies Research Showcase, featuring three 15-minute lightning presentations: “Hungry Heartland” food systems project, Dr. Alisa Garni’s “Crafting Dignity” study on the Kansas dairy industry, and the multidisciplinary “Logan Life Project.” Afterward, the 2026 Interdisciplinary Research Grant recipient will be announced. Refreshments will be served.

 

Manhattan celebration of International Women’s Day, featuring Arts and Sciences grad students graphic showing information about the event and pictures of the panelists

Sun., March 8 | 5-8 p.m.
Holiday Inn at the Campus

The Manhattan branch of the American Association of University Women (AAUW) invites you to its 11th Annual International Women’s Day celebration featuring a social, optional dinner and panel discussion with five award-winning K-State graduate students, four of which are in our college. The association celebrates 115 years of recognizing the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. More information about the event and panelists is on the website. RSVP by March 2 for optional dinner.

 

Current Voices: A Celebration of Water and the Artssome blue water imagery and text that says Current Voices a celebration of water and the arts at K-State

Mon., March 23 | 4-6 p.m.
K-State Student Union

Celebrate World Water Day with the Kansas Water Institute at a special evening showcase of student poetry, music and art works that celebrate water and how it affects our lives.

This event is free and open to the public.

 

DataFest

April 10-12 | Justin Hall

In this undergraduate competition, you’ll tackle real-world challenges using complex datasets and compete for prizes!

 

Graduate Student Appreciation Pizza Party

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Tue., April 7 | 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
Union Station by JP’s

As part of the campuswide celebration of Graduate Student Appreciation Week, Arts and Sciences graduate students are invited to a free lunch to thank them for their many positive contributions to our college! RSVP required by April 2.

 

K-State Day of Giving

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Wed., April 8 | all day
#KStateDayofGiving

The K-State family will band together for one powerful day to show our love for K-State and help it do more for students and the world. Join in K-State Day of Giving by spreading the word, participating in fun social challenges, or giving to your favorite K-State cause!

 

K-State Open House

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Sat., April 18 | 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Manhattan Campus

K-State’s annual carnival attracts thousands of attendees and features academic exhibits, entertainment, food and fun activities! The College of Arts and Sciences will host an academic expo in the Union Courtyard, and our departments will host additional activities around campus. Details will be added to the Open House events webpage.

 

Important academic dates

  • March 3 – Graduation Application Deadline for inclusion in Commencement Program
  • March 15-22 – Spring Break!
  • March 23 – Summer and Fall 2026 Early Enrollment Begins
  • April 3 – Last Day to Withdraw from a regular session course – ‘W’ grade(s) reflected on official transcript

See full Academic Calendar.

 

Meet with your advisor before March 23!

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Enrollment begins March 23! Schedule your spring academic advising appointment now in Navigate. Helpful advising information, including an advisor directory and guidance on changing your major, is on the Arts and Sciences Advising page.

 

KSN priority date

purple dollar signThe K-State Scholarship Network application priority date for current students is March 15.