Thursday, June 22, 2017
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From the administration
From the VP for research: RSCAD Momentum
Beth Montelone writes about a new approach to helping K-State faculty compete for NSF CAREER awards — plus find RSCAD results from Andrew Orr in history, info on changes to U.S. Cuba policy, funding opportunities, and agency news and trending topics.
Read full announcement | From Sarah Hancock | June 22, 2017
News and research
Kansas State University construction projects add 1 million new or renovated square feet
Kansas State University infrastructure improvement projects in the last five years are building the university up to become a top university.
Read full announcement | From Stephanie Jacques | June 22, 2017
After dark: Kansas State University Polytechnic Campus approved to conduct UAS flight operations at night
Kansas State University Polytechnic Campus has received federal approval to conduct unmanned aircraft systems training and education at night.
Read full announcement | From Julee Cobb | June 22, 2017
APDesign graduate program places in Top 10
The College of Architecture, Planning & Design's Master of Regional and Community Planning graduate program is ranked among the top programs in the U.S. by Planetizen, the leading online network for the urban planning, design and development community.
Read full announcement | From Thom Jackson | June 22, 2017
Education Abroad academic approval updates
Education Abroad has implemented updates to the academic approval and credit transfer process for students who study abroad.
Read full announcement | From Brent Holliday | June 22, 2017
Kudos, publications and presentations
Food Armor Foundation appoints Kansas State University's Brian Lubbers to board of directors
Brian Lubbers, director of clinical microbiology in the College of Veterinary Medicine at Kansas State University, has been chosen as a member of the Food Armor Foundation's inaugural board of directors.
Read full announcement | From Joe Montgomery | June 22, 2017
Recycling Center releases 2017 move-out data
The K-State Recycling Center and Housing and Dining Services had an outstanding move-out recycling campaign this spring.
Read full announcement | From Willim Spiegel | June 22, 2017
Human resources, benefits and training
Radiation safety training dates announced for June-August
Environmental Health and Safety is offering annual radiation safety training, which is required for all employees who work in laboratories that contain radioactive materials.
Read full announcement | From Human Capital Services-Learning and Development | June 22, 2017
Campus construction and maintenance
Service interruption: Domestic water shut off for Nichols and Thompson halls, Beach Museum of Art
Domestic water will be shut off from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday, June 26, at Nichols Hall, Thompson Hall, and the Beach Museum of Art.
Read full announcement | From Cody Smith | June 22, 2017