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Brent Hales named vice president for engagement and extension at Kansas State University
Kansas State University has named Brent Hales as its new vice president for engagement and extension, effective Nov. 16. He will serve on the president's cabinet...
Thomas Lane named chief of staff
Thomas Lane, vice president for academic success and student affairs and dean of students, has been named chief of staff to the president. Lane, who has been...
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K‑State to host Flint Hills Balloon Festival's walk-through balloon glow
Nov. 11, 2026Nearly 30 colorful hot air balloons, including novelty-shaped balloons, will illuminate K‑State's recreational fields during the Flint Hills Balloon Festival's...
Cats’ Cupboard seeks advisory board members
Nov. 11, 2026Cats’ Cupboard is now accepting applications for its advisory board. Cats’ Cupboard seeks individuals with passion and capacity to advise, assist, support...
K-State Student Governing Association, Manhattan City Commission to hold joint meeting Nov. 12
Nov. 11, 2026K-State's Student Governing Association and the Manhattan City Commission will meet Nov. 12 to discuss shared priorities, including transportation, safety and...
K-State Symphony Orchestra students to present 'Home Alone' with live musical score
Nov. 10, 2026The K-State Symphony Orchestra will perform "Home Alone" in Concert on Nov. 19 and 20. This is the first full-length feature performance of its kind at K-State.
University holiday schedule announced
Nov. 9, 2026The state of Kansas has released the schedule of state-designated holidays for calendar years 2026 and 2027. The following information includes details about...
Andy Thompson named interim vice president for academic success and student affairs and dean of students
Nov. 9, 2026Andy Thompson, assistant vice president and senior associate dean of students, has been named interim vice president for academic success and student affairs...
Environmental Health and Safety Thanksgiving waste pickup schedule adjustment
Nov. 6, 2026Due to the Thanksgiving holiday, EHS will suspend waste pickup services Nov. 26-27. Departments requiring waste collection before the holiday break must submit...
Explore the market-aligned staff job/pay structure
Nov. 6, 2026Preview K-State’s market-aligned structures for staff and plan to attend an overview webinar on Nov. 12.
Brent Hales named vice president for engagement and extension at Kansas State University
Nov. 6, 2026Kansas State University has named Brent Hales as its new vice president for engagement and extension, effective Nov. 16. He will serve on the president's cabinet...
Leslie Bayers named executive director of K-State Teaching and Learning Center
Nov. 4, 2026Leslie Bayers brings more than a decade of experience in faculty development, with a focus on teaching practices, faculty mentoring and student learning.