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Sustainable tree removal efforts on campus continue throughout January
Jan. 5, 2026Ash trees across the Kansas State University campus are being removed as a proactive measure to minimize the impact of the Emerald Ash Borer, or EAB. This invasive insect is devastating...
K-State to honor Steven Copp and Devin Larm as Faculty and Professional Staff of the Week
Dec. 18, 2025K-State will honor Steven Copp from the College of Health and Human Sciences and Devin Larm from K-State Salina as the Dec. 20 Faculty and Professional Staff of the Week, recognizing...
Piecing it together
Dec. 17, 2025As chief audit executive for K-State, Jana Phelps leads a team that learns the ins and outs of what makes the university run and, in the process, provides colleges and departments with...
Supervising Students on the Job training offered Jan. 20
Dec. 17, 2025Student employees provide a significant portion of the campus workforce. To work effectively with this important group, a supervisor should be aware of students' work limitations, key...
K-State biosecurity center secures grant to boost animal disease preparedness training
Dec. 17, 2025K-State's National Agricultural Biosecurity Center will utilize a new USDA grant to lead multistate tabletop exercises and workbooks that will immerse extension professionals in realistic...
Computer science department's Hour of Code engages local K-5 students
Dec. 16, 2025Kansas State University's Department of Computer Science welcomed K-5 learners to campus for its second Hour of Code event, offering hands-on activities in computer science and artificial...
Wimmer to lead K-State band program
Dec. 15, 2025Alex Wimmer, assistant professor and associate director of bands at Kansas State University, has been appointed as the director of bands effective June 7, 2026.
Call for volunteer judges: Kansas DECA State Career Development Conference 2026
Dec. 15, 2025K-State community members are invited to serve as judges for the Kansas DECA State Career Development Competition on March 1–2, 2026.
People with Purpose: Amanda Gaulke
Dec. 15, 2025Research can be used to create real-world value. Amanda Gaulke’s research is targeted at influencing policies to improve the health conditions of vulnerable populations. Learn more...
Open parking on campus from Dec. 25 to Jan. 20
Dec. 15, 2025Open parking is available for permit holders on the Manhattan campus from Dec. 25, 2025, to Jan. 20, 2026. Starting Jan. 1, 2026, a new system of escalating fines will be introduced...