September 28, 2012
Updates from leadership
News and research
Events
- Konza Prairie Visitors Day is Saturday
- President Schulz to deliver State of the University address today
- Women of K-State pre-game pizza social for women's volleyball
- Women of K-State host documentary 'She Told Me Stories'
- Campus events for Banned Books Week
Health and safety
- Environmental Health and Safety Assistant program available
- K-State's annual security and fire safety reports now available online
Kudos, publications and presentations
Publications and presentations
Campus construction and maintenance
September 27, 2012
Research
News and research
- Refunded McNair Scholars program seeks new participants
- Mid-term academic progress reports on all freshmen due Oct. 1
- New directors, trustees elected to KSU Foundation boards
- New online master's degree program helps students serve families, communities
- Another record: Kansas State University's enrollment tops 24,300
Events
- 'Momorial' featuring Ben Rector tonight on Anderson Hall lawn
- Coffee Hour series premieres Friday with a discussion about Singapore
- Acclaimed Broadway drama 'Time Stands Still' opens K-State Theatre season
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Wang named editor of science journal
- K-State veterinary student receives large-animal medicine scholarship
Volunteer opportunities
- Calling for faculty judges for annual Research and the State poster session
- Volunteer to serve as a Summer Undergraduate Research Opportunity Program mentor in summer 2013
September 26, 2012
Updates from leadership
Research
- K-State awarded $2.5 million grant to study kids, food
- University researchers develop blood test that accurately detects early stages of lung, breast cancer in humans
News and research
Events
- Women's Recognition Ceremony
- Bakery Science Club to host weekly bake sale today
- Professional advantage: Nationally known speaker kicks off College of Business Administration's new professional development program
- Interactive animal health conference at K-State Olathe explores regulatory issues, industry competitiveness
- Events to fall for: English department sponsors lectures, poetry reading, mock trial
- The power of pink: Johnson Cancer Research Center's breast cancer awareness luncheon Oct. 12
- College of Business Administration Professional Development series looks at entrepreneurship and innovation
Kudos, publications and presentations
Publications and presentations
- Philosophy professor addresses the Aesthetics Research Group in London
- Building on success: K-State Olathe collaborators publish background of design-build concept
September 25, 2012
Research
- Physicist receives two prestigious awards to support research, purchase world-class laser system
- A healthy bond: By improving pain treatment, therapy in dogs, research offers medical insight for humans
News and research
- Life after Harry: Rowling's literary magic can address challenges with new adult fiction novel, experts say
- K-State McNair Scholars Program awarded five more years of funding
Events
- Student media host hundreds of high school journalists
- Women of K-State: Brown bag event
- Institute for Civic Discourse and Democracy to hold economic forum, DebateWatch events
- Use of HeLa and other cells for research topic of cancer research center's Bascom lecture
Kudos, publications and presentations
Publications and presentations
- Kinesiology professor gives invited presentation at the Institute of Medicine of the National Academies
- Architecture professor presents paper at Lilly Conference
- Architectural engineering student has thesis chosen for publication
Gifts
Technology
Volunteer opportunities
September 24, 2012
Research
News and research
- College of Education documentary focuses on international doctoral students
- The office of student life: A student, faculty resource
- Noted alumni photographers join students to again document a week in the life of the university
Events
- Konza Prairie Visitors Day on Sept. 29
- Shred Day: Oct. 16 on the Manhattan and Salina campuses
- Nominations now open: Commerce Bank Presidential awards for diversity
- Brand Day Oct. 4 at K-State Student Union
- Blue Collar comedy: Bill Engvall brings laughs to McCain performance series
- Sounds of the past: Symposium explores early days of sports broadcasts on radio
- Visitation, memorial service for Sharon Morrow on Tuesday
Kudos, publications and presentations
Publications and presentations
September 21, 2012
News and research
Events
- K-State Social Club's October dinner to feature excerpts from upcoming Broadway musical production on the campus
- President Schulz to deliver State of the University address
- Women of K-State: Meet the new women deans of K-State
- Students, faculty can meet with national leaders during lunch with American Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene
- 2012 Kansas Peace Awards: Monique King and Obair Siddiqui
- Union graphics showcased in Union gallery
- The arts in autumn: October full of art, comedy, music and more on campus
Publications and presentations
Newsletters, magazines and blogs
September 20, 2012
News and research
- Certified excellence: K-State 2025, strides in diversity recognized by Higher Learning Commission as it continues Kansas State University's accreditation
- Greetings from the K-State Alumni Association
- K-State First invites first-year seminar, learning community proposals
- Digital delight: Project makes Royal Purple yearbooks from 1926-2009 available online
- 2012 Family of the Year: Hildebrand family's deep purple roots bring generations of service, dedication to university
Events
- Movies on the Grass: 'The Truth about Tigers'
- Graduate School to host open forums on ETDR overview, graduation deadlines
- John Douglas Powers artist talk postponed
Publications and presentations
- English faculty, graduate students use summer to publish, present
- Graduate schools of thought: K-State Olathe hosts Industry Outlook on Higher Education
Gifts
Technology
- Instructional design, technology roundtable fall series
- Testers wanted for new K-State Online wiki and blog tool
Newsletters, magazines and blogs
- Kansas State Research and Extension September 2012 updates
- Read all about it: Industrial and manufacturing systems engineering
September 19, 2012
News and research
Events
- The art and science of teaching: Lecture by distinguished undergraduate professor from North Carolina State University
- Bakery Science Club to host weekly bake sale today
- K-State Libraries' gala features K-State bands
- Forest Service branches out to public with open house in October
Personnel changes
Kudos, publications and presentations
Publications and presentations
- Philosophy professor will present Sept. 19-20 in London
- Michel lab publishes review article on serpins
- DePaoli presents in Sydney, Australia
Campus construction and maintenance
September 18, 2012
Updates from leadership
News and research
- Cyber warriors wanted: Scholarship program to train students in cybersecurity
- The K-State academic advising website: A great resource for advisers, advisees
Events
- Isidore and Hilda Dressler lecture
- Be a hero: Give blood, give life
- All-University Career Fair: More than 278 employers expected
- Lecture on the development of flu-resistant poultry
- Campus communicators brown bag Thursday
- Social media roundtable revised schedule
- K-State Community Cultural Harmony Week
Health and safety
Publications and presentations
Gifts
Technology
Volunteer opportunities
September 17, 2012
Updates from leadership
News and research
- Union food service dresses down for a good cause
- Welch receives scholarship and laptop
- Office of affirmative action's redesigned website now available
Shared governance
Events
- Final candidate for the position of interim associate dean for academic programs and research at the K-State Olathe campus
- Understanding rape: A conversation
Technology
- IT resources for faculty
- Windows 8 demo day Wednesday, Sept. 19
- Warning: Increase in phishing scam emails trying to steal K-State eID passwords
September 14, 2012
Updates from leadership
News and research
Events
- Movies on the Grass
- Vernon Larson International Luncheon Lecture
- Marketing advisory council meeting is today
- Tackle the waste with K-State game day recycling
- Live coverage of band competition
- Social Media Roundtable begins next week
- Racing to help: First C. Clyde Run/Fun Run/Walk benefits Shepherd's Crossing, marks 50th anniversary of College of Business Administration
- Kansas Court of Appeals brings the courtroom to campus
Kudos, publications and presentations
Publications and presentations
September 13, 2012
Updates from leadership
News and research
- K-State CrossFit is offering child care
- Going to a petting zoo? Food safety expert says plan on constant hand-washing and watch what kids eat, drink to help avoid illness
- Renewable future: Graduate students get up close look at sustainable energy production in Brazil
- University, Ecuador continue Go Teacher program
Events
- Reception and exhibit honoring David Dary
- Esri representative to present talk in geography department
- UPC offers art sale and auction
- Family perspective: Henrietta Lacks' relatives give on-campus talk about legacy of their mother, grandmother
- Excite! event: Shadow Day Sept. 19 lets high school girls find out more about majors in engineering, science and more
Health and safety
Kudos, publications and presentations
Publications and presentations
Campus construction and maintenance
- Service interruption: West Throckmorton fume hoods, Sept. 18
- Sidewalk replacement along 17th Street by west side of Seaton Hall
- Fire alarm test in Durland, Rathbone, Fiedler halls
September 12, 2012
News and research
- Online courses offer faculty, staff with training to assist at-risk students, veterans
- Personal financial planning programs receive continued registration from board
- Where's the beef? At K-State Olathe, with a nod from the American Royal
- Sculpture by internationally known environmental artist intentionally destroyed
- Moving on up: US News and World Report lists Kansas State University on 2013 best colleges ranking
Shared governance
Events
- Kansas Statewide Wind Energy Forum, Sept. 26-28
- Latin American film series
- Delta Upsilon to host leadership speaker
- Meeting to discuss Marlatt Avenue extension east of Manhattan
- Native American Student Association meeting
- Bakery Science Club to host weekly bake sale today
- Sixth annual Encuentro highlights Hispanic Heritage Month activities
Kudos, publications and presentations
Technology
September 11, 2012
Research
News and research
- Subjects needed for NASA research
- Call for poster presentations: Institute for Student Learning and Assessment
Events
- UPC to host 26th annual battle of the bands
- 40 years of expanding multiculturalism at K-State Libraries
- Faculty, staff: Don't miss the ice cream social
- Out of this world: 'Intergalactic Graphic Novel' coming to McCain, perfect for the kid in everyone
- By jammin' with the performing arts, middle school girls get chance to grow interest in science, technology, engineering and more
Publications and presentations
Technology
September 10, 2012
Updates from leadership
- Deadline approaching for proposals for Academic Excellence funding
- Richard Marston to present Jefferson Science Fellowship lecture
Research
News and research
- Social Club registration now available: October program to feature 'The Music Man'
- Advertising open positions: Pros and cons of application deadlines, screening dates
- Call for proposals: Scholarly activities, professional development funding
Events
- 'Red Alert' author presents first UFM Lou Douglas Lecture
- Konza Prairie Visitors Day Sept. 29
- Corporate partnership: College of Business Administration hosts first GTM Week
- Agriculture economics seminar: 'Got (Cloned) Milk?' Sept 13
- Gastroenterologist presenting 2012 Clarenburg Lecture Sept. 20
- President Schulz to deliver State of the University address
- Live from Manhattan: It's 'Saturday Night Live's' Seth Meyers at Bramlage Sept. 29
Personnel changes
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Kansas connection: Mentoring leads to award-winning story of women's movement in higher education
- Interest in construction career helps senior earn $5,000 scholarship from steel construction institute
Technology
Newsletters, magazines and blogs
September 7, 2012
News and research
- Alumnus to be inducted into the Accounting Hall of Fame today
- Mobile website aids visitors to Kansas State Fair
- Johnson Cancer Research Center announces its fall cycle of awards
- University, Seward County Community College increase degree flexibility with reverse transfer agreement
- FOX Deportes to broadcast Saturday's K-State/Miami game
Events
- New faculty event: Everything you need to know about K-State internal grants and library services
- 'India Unveiled' exhibition Sept. 8
- Renovations to chemical engineering laboratories bring new opportunities to students
- Campus forums set to meet with K-State Olathe candidates for interim associate dean for academic and research programs
Kudos, publications and presentations
Publications and presentations
- Hamilton presents at theatre, performance conference Sept. 6
- Marston co-organizes Binghamton Geomorphology Symposium
September 6, 2012
Research
- Keeping it local: Researcher finds FEMA has improved community relations, encourages local focus
- With guidance from faculty mentors, summer programs provide research, academic opportunities for undergraduate students
News and research
- New library service for K-State faculty
- Enhancing diversity: Women's studies program recognized for celebrating the power of difference
Events
- Medicare Basics seminar Sept. 24, Oct. 2
- Movies on the Grass
- Tackle the waste with K-State game day recycling
- Friends of the Beach Museum of Art Gala
- College of Human Ecology, Libraries contribute to exhibition opening Friday at Flint Hills Discovery Center
Human resources and benefits
Personnel changes
Publications and presentations
September 5, 2012
Updates from leadership
Research
Events
- National Academic Advising Association webinar, Sept. 12
- Community media in a changing world focus of Huck Boyd lecture by noted author, broadcaster and educator David Dary
- Because learning never stops: UFM, Osher Institute again partner to bring noncredit enrichment short courses to Manhattan
- Bakery Science Club to host weekly bake sale today
- Career launcher: More than 200 employers attending 2012 All-University Career Fair
- All in the family: University's 84th annual Family Day offers something for everybody
- Insect Zoo anniversary celebration offers family-friendly fun
Health and safety
Kudos, publications and presentations
Publications and presentations
September 4, 2012
News and research
- E-newsletter templates, training now available
- What to bring to college: Renters insurance can help protect against theft, damage
Events
- Student exhibition in the Chapman Gallery Sept. 17-28
- Tuesday Talks in the Gardens
- Study abroad faculty leader orientation on Sept. 12
- Recreation services offering personal training special
- Gastroenterologist presenting 2012 Clarenburg Lecture
- ADVANCE Distinguished Lecture Series brown bag luncheons
- K-State Libraries opens event series with Jane Butel
- Beach Museum of Art Gala
- Lecturer to address the question: Are race-conscious college admissions policies the only way to achieve racial diversity among students?
- Room to grow: College of Human Ecology dedication ceremony Sept. 7 for Justin Hall expansion
- The tradition continues: Band Day brings Kansas Schools together for parade, halftime performance
- Former U.S. Rep. Bob Inglis lecture on conservative climate change policy options tonight