November 20, 2020
COVID-19 university updates
From the president
From the administration
- President names search committee for vice president for research
- University holiday closings and reduced activity
- Athletics update with AD Gene Taylor
News and research
- Engineering professors receive Department of Defense grant for work on safety-critical systems
- Stephen Higgs receives prestigious international award for achievements in medical entomology
- Bootcamps provide fast-track career training to fill thousands of cybersecurity job vacancies in region
- Office of Undergraduate Research & Creative Inquiry issues fall 2020 research and travel grants
Events
- Join today: Morris Family Multicultural Student Center virtual ribbon-cutting, Instagram takeover
- Dec. 15 upgrade: University's Content Management System to get a new look
- Elza Mathew to present Anatomy and Physiology Seminar
Personnel changes
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Tung receives teaching award from national organization
- Debra Bolton contributes chapter on women in the African diaspora
- Architectural engineering student from Alma awarded scholarship
- Veterinary students receive prestigious Lou and Norma Jane Ball scholarship
- College of Health and Human Sciences recognizes 19 graduates with outstanding senior awards
- Master of Public Health students, faculty present at Kansas Public Health Association meeting
Technology
Campus construction and maintenance
University life
November 19, 2020
COVID-19 university updates
- Riley County Health Department announces two-week challenge to slow spread of COVID-19
- Reminders for traveling and gathering safely for Thanksgiving
From the administration
From the Kansas Board of Regents
News and research
- Pavithra Prabhakar funded by NSF for research on artificial intelligence-based cyber-physical systems
- Park and Ride shuttles discontinued for spring semester
- University researchers collaborate to study antimicrobial use in food animal industries
- K-State regains national championship in livestock judging
Events
- K-State Police Department hosting Toys for Tots
- 'Let's Talk Art' livestreamed conversation today with artist China Marks
- Celebrate 2020 awardees at International Education Awards Ceremony today
- Reminder: Virtual graduation celebration for first-generation students Nov. 23
- Lorelei Patrick to present Division of Biology Seminar
Human resources, benefits and training
Personnel changes
Health and safety
- Hazardous waste services during Thanksgiving break
- Facilities Custodial Services seeks your feedback: How have we done?
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Phillips 66 Business Ethics Case Competition awards over $7,000 to students
- Third year in a row: Lim earns outstanding research paper award from national organization
- 2020 Student Organization Awards recipients announced
- KELI earns Gold Accreditation from International Mentoring Association
- Students helping the homeless
University life
- Fall drop-in advising with the Career Center ends Thursday, Nov. 19
- K-State Police Department suspends fingerprinting service
November 18, 2020
COVID-19 university updates
- Updates on COVID-19 in K-State communities
- In case you missed it: University cancels fall commencement
- K-State announces attendance restrictions at Bramlage Coliseum
- Reminder: Support remains available for instructors
From the president
From the administration
News and research
- Two K-State studies focus on SARS-CoV-2 transmission in domestic cats, pigs
- Double fruits and veggies? Grant will aid healthy eating in Kansas, Missouri
- OEIE celebrates 20 years of research evaluation, advancing K-State's land-grant mission
- K-State Student Union announces layoffs
Events
- Morris Family Multicultural Student Center ribbon-cutting, Instagram takeover
- McCain Connected: Stream, watch on demand Darlene Love's 'Love for the Holidays'
- Andrew Barkley named 2020 International Educator of the Year
- Help K-State First Book select the common reading book for 2021
- Brown University philosophy professor to present online at 3 p.m. Nov. 20
- Walls to present 'Mental Health 101'
- Recreational Services will be open over the holidays
Kudos, publications and presentations
- College of Education celebrates outstanding seniors for leadership, excellence
- 26th cohort of McNair Scholars selected
- Phi Beta Kappa 2020 initiates to be honored in virtual ceremony
- Booker, Rauh elected to Missouri, Kansas, Nebraska Chapter of Educational Opportunity Association Office
Campus construction and maintenance
University life
- Fall 2020 graduation regalia returns
- Diversity Lecture Series: Call for applications
- 2021 calendars now available at University Printing
November 17, 2020
COVID-19 university updates
From the administration
News and research
- Shelter medicine program performs its 25,000th surgical procedure in Wichita
- Balance family's finances against comfort with risk, says K-State expert
- K-State Libraries fall and winter break hours
- Reminder: K-State First Book student, faculty/staff award submissions due Dec. 11
Events
- K-State Alumni Association to host drive-thru Grad Breakfast for fall graduates
- Housing and Dining Services to receive Outstanding Support for International Initiatives Award
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Jan Middendorf named Innovation Lab Council chair for Feed the Future Innovation Labs
- Geology faculty recognized for efforts in virtual accessible hydrologic field experiences
- Architecture students win honors at 22nd annual Bowman Design Forum
- Espinoza named College of Education's Outstanding Graduate Student
- Fall 2020 University Small Research Grants announced
- Modern languages students inducted into French honor society
Policy/procedure updates
Technology
Volunteer opportunities
November 16, 2020
COVID-19 university updates
- Know your status before you leave for fall and winter breaks
- Health department identifies new COVID-19 outbreak
KSUnite
News and research
- From KSU Foundation: Boehringer Ingelheim, K-State join forces to invest in future of veterinary medicine
- K-State researchers land $760K grant to boost safety of food
- Green Action Fund call for proposals
- Seasonal changes to Cats' Cupboard's schedule
- Zero food waste panel led by Jagger Harvey at Atlantic Council's GeoTech Center
Shared governance
Events
- Catch it for free: Online encore event celebrates McCain's first 50 seasons and its future
- Morris Family Multicultural Student Center ribbon cutting
- Faculty panel discussion Nov. 17: 'Re-imagining Internationalization at K-State'
- Bachelor of Fine Arts Senior Exhibition 2
- Pink Power Luncheon highlight video to premiere on Facebook Nov. 17
- K-State Gardens annual poinsettia sale
- Michal Zolkiewski to present Anatomy and Physiology Seminar
- Office of International Programs presenting International Innovative Education Program to Saudia Airlines
- JP's catering now available
Human resources, benefits and training
Personnel changes
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Julie L. Pentz accepted into Fulbright Specialist Program
- Assistant director of K-State Student Union wins award
Campus construction and maintenance
University life
November 13, 2020
COVID-19 university updates
From the administration
News and research
- Physics professor and geology graduate student receive 2020 science communication awards
- Family bonding for the holidays? Board games hit the mark
Events
- Safety first at today's mobile food distribution
- K-State LGBT Resource Center to host AdventureOUT and free HIV testing
- 'Let's Talk Art' Livestreamed conversation with artist China Marks
- World-renowned international higher education expert to deliver Vernon Larson Lecture Nov. 16
- Listen now to 'One Dead; One Dying' on the 'Kansas Theatre Works' podcast
- International Coffee Hour Series features Iran at 4 p.m. today
- Safe Zone Advanced Workshop: 'Providing Access and Inclusion During the Pandemic with the Student Access Center'
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Porath receives college’s Kathryn A. Holen Service Award for superior accomplishments
- Kansas State Department of Education celebrates two K-State Teachers of Promise
University life
November 12, 2020
COVID-19 university updates
From the provost
From the administration
News and research
Events
- Assistant director of K-State Student Union to retire
- International Education Week 2020: Virtual Education Abroad Fair today
- Safe Zone Advanced Workshop: Bystander Intervention
- Becky Lamason to present Division of Biology Seminar
Human resources, benefits and training
Personnel changes
Health and safety
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Computer science professor recognized for collaborative efforts in scientific writing
- American ethnic studies department awards Rohrer Scholarship to Marco Saucedo
Technology
University life
November 11, 2020
COVID-19 university updates
From the administration
Events
- Register to attend Morris Family Multicultural Student Center ribbon-cutting Nov. 20
- Brie Hensold to present next APDesign Ekdahl Lecture at 4:30 p.m. today
- 'Eleanor's Very Merry Christmas Wish — The Musical' available virtually Nov. 27-Dec. 27
- 'Biosensors and future impact' spotlight of Nov. 19 virtual event
- Paz, Moody and Eiselein to present 'Engaging and Supporting First-Generation Students: A Multi-Modal Approach'
- English Language Program hosts Wildcat Conversations today
Human resources, benefits and training
Personnel changes
- Rebecca 'R.J.' Steelsmith retires from Human Capital Services
- Gould named communications and marketing assistant at Olathe campus
- New strategic partner joins talent acquisition
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Anthropology professor awarded NSF grant
- Nancarrow places first overall at Northeast Intercollegiate Sales Competition
- College of Education faculty member accomplishes significant leadership achievements
Newsletters, magazines and blogs
University life
Volunteer opportunities
November 10, 2020
COVID-19 university updates
News and research
- KSU Foundation and AIB International announce Edge District partnership
- Graduation regalia returns
- Biology faculty member earns NSF award to study cell movement during development
- Pollution Prevention Institute receives EPA grant to provide source reduction assistance to Spirit AeroSystems
- Charlie Nutt to retire after 13 years at NACADA helm
- Video: Researchers test sorghum as option for grain-based ethanol production
- Fraudulent unemployment claims are up; specialist outlines ways to protect yourself
Events
- Tickets now available for 'A Virtually Celtic Christmas' online presentation
- Early career funding opportunities information session
- Sexuality and Gender Alliance to present Ally Cats panel
- VP of clinical intelligence to speak at IMSE grad seminar
- Human Development and Family Science Association names officers, hosts 'Connection Carnival' today
- College of Agriculture Diversity Programs Office update
- Math Club will host 'jumping spider' on Thursday, Nov. 12
Personnel changes
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Snead honored with lifetime achievement award
- Harms receives distinguished leadership award from national association
- 'GHOSThattan': Community planning and math not too scary for USD 383 virtual fourth graders
Technology
Newsletters, magazines and blogs
University life
November 9, 2020
COVID-19 university updates
- Students encouraged to get tested before fall break
- Health department identifies new COVID-19 outbreak
- In case you missed it: University scales back commencement plans due to COVID-19 surge
KSUnite
News and research
- Developing teacher-leaders in changing times: An international collaboration
- Test-optional scholarships now available for incoming US fall 2021 freshmen at K-State
Events
- McCain offering celebrated dance spectacle 'The Hip Hop Nutcracker' via livestream
- Global Food Systems hosts food safety workshop
- Bachelor of Fine Arts Senior Exhibition 1
- K-State Dance auditions for Spring Dance Concert '21 on Nov. 13
- Join Coffee Hour on Nov. 13 to learn about Iran
- NBAF Laboratorian Training Program informational meeting today
- Art and innovation: Center for Principled Business seeking student art pieces
- Raise your glass to McCain Auditorium
- Nora Springer to present Anatomy and Physiology Seminar
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Fashion studies student team wins top award through International Textile and Apparel Association
- Katt recognized for outstanding service in public health promotion
- Keller to join career services panel for webinar
November 6, 2020
COVID-19 university updates
News and research
Shared governance
Events
- Safe Zone Advanced Workshop: 'Recovering Mental Bandwidth Lost to Racism and Social Marginalization'
- Coffee Hour presents Nepal today
- KTW bonus: Jerry Jay Cranford interviews Laura Camien, author of 'One Dead, One Dying'
Human resources, benefits and training
Technology
November 5, 2020
Mike Finnegan, assistant professor of leadership studies, wears a face covering to promote the value of health and safety for others.
COVID-19 university updates
From the administration
News and research
- APDesign students earn Eisenhower Transportation Graduate Fellowship
- Seek the 2020 issue of K-State's research magazine
Events
- Morris Family Multicultural Student Center ribbon-cutting Nov. 20
- Justin Lathia to present Division of Biology Seminar
- K-State International Education Week, Nov. 5-19
- Introduction to the Digital LSAT-Flex Workshop
- Next Wildcat Chat in series focuses on the lives of K-State students
- Livestream lecture by Robert W. Rydell: 'Waylande Gregory and the New York World’s Fair'
Technology
November 4, 2020
COVID-19 university updates
News and research
- Chapman Center for Rural Studies seeks proposals for its annual Interdisciplinary Research Grant
- Division of Financial Services partners with Huron Consulting Group to evaluate procurement contracting processes
Shared governance
Events
- Wildcat Mini-Dialogues: 'Unpacking First-gen and Military Student Identities'
- Roberts to present 'Maintaining Academic Integrity in All Classroom Environments'
- SciComm Week 2020: Science communication at the intersection of a global pandemic and social justice issues
- Brian Steele to present information about KU Medical Center
Human resources, benefits and training
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Biology and English GTAs earn graduate student teaching excellence awards
- Modern languages department head to present on digital humanities, language learning in age of COVID-19
- Wilson receives 2020 CUPA-HR HR Excellence Award
- Advisor Forum presents November Charlie Award
- MNE professor to take part in expert panel on radiation risk
- K-State piano students win top awards at state competition
- K-State senior receives George Washington Carver innovation, service award
University life
- Staley School programs continue serving community
- Center for Student Involvement supports students this election week
Volunteer opportunities
November 3, 2020
COVID-19 university updates
News and research
- K-State mourns loss of esteemed agricultural economics professor
- Today is the last day to vote; tomorrow we continue to all be Americans
- Manhattan community works with faculty, students to utilize Engagement Scholarship Consortium creative activities grant
- May, August 2021 intersession course proposals due Nov. 20
- Kansas State University announces emergency furloughs
Shared governance
Events
- USC professor to present IMSE lecture
- Office of First-generation Students hosts NASPA webinar as part of National First-generation Student Celebration
- Annual K-State Gardens poinsettia sale — 2020 style
Kudos, publications and presentations
Technology
Newsletters, magazines and blogs
University life
November 2, 2020
COVID-19 university updates
From the president
From the administration
KSUnite
News and research
- K-State Libraries' project seeks volunteers to transcribe, translate historic cookbooks
- Again the best: Kansas State University among top LGBTQ-friendly colleges and universities
- Launch of physician assistant program delayed
Shared governance
Events
- K-State Winter Dance Concert presented virtually Nov. 12-13
- Coffee Hour presents Nepal
- College of Agriculture Diversity Programs Office update
- Punit Prakash to present Anatomy and Physiology Seminar
- K-State celebrates Native American Heritage Month
- K-State joins National First-generation Student Celebration with week of events