December 23, 2016
The Berney Family Welcome Center serves as a central location that provides services to both new and prospective students.
From the administration
News and research
Events
Kudos, publications and presentations
December 22, 2016
Ahearn Field House is named for Mike Ahearn, basketball coach from 1906 to 1911 and director of athletics from 1930 to 1947.
News and research
- Kansas State University graduate is the architect behind the Texas Bowl stadiums
- NIFA grant will boost Kansas State University's efforts to edit wheat's genetic code
- Christmas cuisine: Why we eat certain foods during the holidays
- Kansas State Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory reminds of holiday pet poisoning dangers
Human resources, benefits and training
Kudos, publications and presentations
Campus construction and maintenance
Newsletters, magazines and blogs
- December 2016 issue of the Grazier, the Beef Cattle Institute's newsletter, now available online
- English Language Program newsletter
University life
December 21, 2016
Icicles hang from the fountain at the K-State Gardens.
From the administration
News and research
- Kansas State Polytechnic's UAS program provides tips on safe operations by drone hobbyists
- Staying trim around all the trimmings: Tips for holiday health
- Caryl Lockhart joins College of Veterinary Medicine's Office of International Programs
- Video: K-State NOW with President Myers
Events
- KSDB-FM holiday schedule
- New-Media Marketing Bootcamp and RetailWorks conference now offered in February
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Three apparel and textiles students awarded scholarships
- Scuilla secures National Endowment for the Arts grant to support sustainable printmaking
Campus construction and maintenance
December 20, 2016
Waters Hall is home to the College of Agriculture and several departments in the College of Arts and Sciences.
From the provost
From the administration
News and research
- Beth Montelone named senior associate vice president for research
- The three P's of teaching holiday manners: Preparation, practice and pointing out examples
- New Kansas State University teaching program, fellowship target western Kansas and urban schools
- K-State Polytechnic staff member and alumnus collaborate with Chapman Center for Rural Studies
- K-State United Way prizewinners announced, campaign continuing
Events
- Beach Museum of Art holiday schedule and ArtSmart classes
- K-State men's basketball hosts Gardner-Webb
- Online Essentials participants present 'Show and Tell' Jan. 11
Human resources, benefits and training
Kudos, publications and presentations
Technology
December 19, 2016
Salina artist Richard "Dick" Bergen, '63, and son Rich Bergen, '86, '98, created the 7-foot bronze Wildcat statue overlooking the K-State Alumni Center's Johnson Terrace.
From the administration
News and research
- Partners Kansas State Polytechnic, Westar Energy advance electric utility inspection and maintenance methods with drone technology
- Kansas State University veterinary faculty reach out to cattle veterinarians and producers to address implementation of new Veterinary Feed Directive
- K-State Libraries announce closures, reduced hours over break
Events
- K-State basketball holiday ticket package
- Geographic information scientist Michael Goodchild to present seminar on Feb. 21, 2017
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Testing Programs and Services earns national recognition
- Summer internship leads to scholarship for K-State's Bell
Campus construction and maintenance
December 16, 2016
The roof of All Faiths Chapel.
News and research
- Unique expertise leads Kansas State University veterinary diagnostic researchers to quintet of swine health research grants
- Gretchen Sassenrath develops soil health research program in southeast Kansas
Events
Campus construction and maintenance
Newsletters, magazines and blogs
University life
December 15, 2016
The sun shines through the windows in the Farrell Library Great Room of Hale Library.
From the administration
From the Kansas Board of Regents
News and research
- A Christmas classic: Kansas State University Dickens experts say 'A Christmas Carol' still resonates after nearly 200 years
- Make your United Way donation by Dec. 16 to be entered in prize drawing
Events
- Research Administrators Council to gather Jan. 10
- Final days to see 'Civil War Era Drawings' at Beach Museum of Art
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Excellence, potential earn College of Education students honors
- Students earn scholarships through Kansas Livestock Foundation
- Gaulke awarded Spencer Foundation Small Grant for study on student loan repayment
- Five architecture students earn honors at K-State's 18th annual Bowman Design Forum
- Theatre professor publishes book on playwright, actor Sam Shepard
- APDesign professor Peter Magyar selected as Royal Institute of British Architects fellow
- Management professor Peter Mudrack's paper accepted for publication in the journal Business and Society
Newsletters, magazines and blogs
Volunteer opportunities
December 14, 2016
The bison at Konza Prairie Biological Station can roam freely on 2,375 acres.
From the administration
- Kansas Board of Regents December meeting agenda items
- A letter from AD John Currie
- Reminder: Space migration concept proposals due Friday
News and research
- Celebrity chefs have poor food safety practices, a Kansas State University study finds
- Clara Valadares Kientz accepts position as assistant director of the Center for Advocacy, Response and Education
Events
- K-State baseball season ticket early bird deadline this Friday
- Call for presentations for the 29th annual Conference on Applied Statistics in Agriculture
Kudos, publications and presentations
Technology
Newsletters, magazines and blogs
Volunteer opportunities
December 13, 2016
In addition to free gallery displays and special exhibitions, the Marianna Kistler Beach Museum of Art presents public programs and educational programs for audiences of all ages.
News and research
- Orsi investigates human behavior and attitudes in urban settings
- New recruiter to join Human Capital Services' talent acquisition team
- May 2017 event connects university research, capabilities with Greater KC industry
- University Research Compliance Office hires export controls specialist
- Belgian veterinary researcher enjoys family atmosphere at K-State during three-month visit to learn advanced compartmental modeling
- Manhattan flight travel changes for week of Dec. 12-16
Events
- Mathematics Colloquium lecture Dec. 13
- Kansas State Polytechnic offering sUAS commercial pilot training in Manhattan
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Division of Biology's Li Li receives KAWSE Postdoctoral Researcher Travel Fund
- JMC faculty member selected to work with United States International University-Africa
Technology
Newsletters, magazines and blogs
December 12, 2016
In addition to being K-State Athletics' No. 1 fan, Willie the Wildcat also attends other functions around the state as an ambassador for the university.
News and research
- College of Education hosts research fair for undergraduate students
- K-State Today winter break schedule; deadlines for faculty/staff, student versions
Events
- President's annual Holiday Reception
- Natural resources and environmental sciences secondary major students to present capstone research projects
- K-State/NACADA Winter Undergraduate Academic Advising Institute
Campus construction and maintenance
Newsletters, magazines and blogs
- Check out the Institute for the Health and Security of Military Families' fall 2016 newsletter
- Kansas Forest Service releases 2016 annual report
December 9, 2016
Jardine Apartments' cornerstones, Tradition, Global, Education and Imagination are displayed on a globe sculpture.
From the president
News and research
Events
- K-State Alumni Association announces plans for Texas Bowl travel packages, pregame party and pep rally
- K-State Libraries provide study spaces, sustenance and sympathy
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Taggart-Kagdis honored at Association of College Unions International regional conference
- Berger named 2016 K-State animal sciences and industry distinguished alumnus
- Political science faculty publish 20 top 30 articles
Campus construction and maintenance
Newsletters, magazines and blogs
University life
- Application for Graduate Student Leadership Development Program available now
- New WorldWide Wildcats gear supports scholarships
December 8, 2016
Ice crystals form on leaves on the K-State Manhattan campus.
From the administration
News and research
- K-State 2025 Spotlights — Community Engagement: Living our land-grant mission
- Kansas State University scientists using air bubbles to improve dairy products
- K-State Online Classic to be retired Jan. 1, 2017
- University Support Staff Employee of the Year nominations
Events
- College of Human Ecology celebrates and recognizes graduating students
- Potters Guild hosts annual holiday sale today
- Division of Biology Seminar Dec. 9
- Mathematics Colloquium lecture today
- Join the Paraguayan Student Association for its final social of the semester
- 'Painting Churches': A play about aging and family relationships
- Register now for 'Teaching Critical Thinking' event on Jan. 27
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Satanta student Kathryn Clawson earns College of Business Administration's Outstanding Senior Award
- College of Human Ecology recognizing 15 outstanding seniors
- Two K-State graduates to receive 2017 Distinguished Young Alumni Award
- Linda Duke delivers workshops at Museum of Texas Tech University
- Millán presents at American Studies Association Conference in Denver, Colorado
December 7, 2016
The World War II Memorial honors students and faculty who sacrificed and served in the war.
News and research
- Ecologists publish research on soil's potential to increase the Earth's CO2
- Lindsay Kubina joins Student Access Center
Events
- Christmas Bake Sale from 3-6 p.m. today in Shellenberger Hall
- Retirement reception for Diana Farmer Dec. 16
Human resources, benefits and training
Kudos, publications and presentations
- National Agricultural Biosecurity Center awarded more than $331K to develop Department of Homeland Security National Livestock Readiness Program
- United Way Campaign Committee recognizes K-State volunteers for increasing donors, pledges
- K-State mock trial team competes in first invitational tournament of the season
Technology
Volunteer opportunities
December 6, 2016
Seaton Hall, named for Roy A. Seaton, longest serving dean for the K-State College of Engineering, houses the College of Architecture, Planning & Design and several other academic departments.
From the administration
News and research
- Mid-Campus Drive parking garage entrance out of service, use 17th Street entrance
- Full-time student recruiter joins K-State Olathe
- Congratulate fall 2016 distance graduates through virtual commencement
Events
- K-State men's basketball hosts Prairie View A&M at 7 p.m. today
- K-State Dance to audition for SpringDance 2017 featuring hip-hop guest artist
- Retirement reception for Eric Maatta
- K-State Choral Division announces 2017 Rhapsody scholarship concert
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Finding food solutions: Kansas State University graduate student to study food insecurity in Ireland
- Fulbright experience expands professor's global perspective
- Saxophone professor's new CD receives high praise in international journal
University life
- Unmanned aircraft systems minor offered by Kansas State Polytechnic on Manhattan campus in spring 2017
- Study abroad opportunity gives students in the College of Business Administration a global outlook on business
- Green Action Fund proposal deadline extended
December 5, 2016
An evening rainfall on the K-State Manhattan campus.
From the administration
- Nominations now open: K-State Excellence in Engagement awards
- From the senior vice provost: Intersession, spring syllabi statements reminder
- Letter from AD John Currie
News and research
- Eleven students earn graduate degrees from K-State Olathe
- Nominations open for staff awards of excellence
Events
- Join the Kansas Forest Service's annual Christmas tree competition, win free seedlings
- K-State Dance presents Dance Student Spotlight
- K-State Horticulture Club hosting annual holiday wreath and centerpiece sale Dec. 6
- Attend this year's K-State Service Learning Project Forum
- Campus Store hosts Faculty/Staff Appreciation days
- BIFAD chair, chancellor emeritus of University of Missouri Brady Deaton to present Global Food Systems Initiative seminar
- Deliberative discussion on concealed carry
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Kansas State University student earns Phi Kappa Phi Study Abroad Grant to study in Prague
- Bhattacharya publishes book on power, race in higher education
- Mortar Board Senior Honor Society awards Outstanding Student Scholarships
- DePaoli publishes chapter in 'Ethics of Screenwriting: New Perspectives'
- Criminologists present at American Society of Criminology meetings in New Orleans
Volunteer opportunities
December 2, 2016
The clock north of Holtz Hall was provided by donations from the classes of 1968, 1971, 1973 and 1974. Each face of the four-sided clock is inscribed with one of these class years.
News and research
- Hale Library open 24/7 during dead week and finals week
- Fall 2016 Faculty Development Awards and University Small Research Grants announced
- Umscheid named director of professional mentoring program in the College of Human Ecology
Events
- President's annual Holiday Reception
- Volleyball hosts NCAA Tournament
- Friends of the Gardens annual poinsettia sale sold out, today's sale canceled
- Office of Diversity hosting next IMHOTEP black male initiative meeting Dec. 5
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Kansas State University student to use Endeavour Research Fellowship to study swine in Australia
- K-State Crops Team shares 2016 national championship title
- Yong-Cheng Shi receives Phil Williams Applied Research Award from American Association of Cereal Chemists International
- Students' creative works featured in printmaking publication
- Associated General Contractors Student Chapter gives back to Manhattan community
- Greeks going green
Campus construction and maintenance
December 1, 2016
A robin sits in a crabapple tree on the K-State Manhattan campus.
From the administration
- Office of the Provost invites nominations for six university awards
- Ways to support our students
- From the VP for research: RSCAD Momentum
News and research
- K-State 2025 Spotlights: Feed the Future Innovation Labs
- Feathered fathers and mothers have diverse parenting arrangements, according to research in Nature
- Libraries accepting nominations for Dean's Award
Events
- Success by degree: Commencement ceremonies Dec. 9-10 at Kansas State University
- Web editors meeting today: 'Writing for the Web, What's your attention span?'
- Space Migration building tour: Unger Complex
- Donate to Career Closet wish list this holiday season
- Reminder: Final Remnant Trust lecture today discusses Booker T. Washington, Mary Wollstonecraft
- Division of Biology Seminar Dec. 2
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Students selected for special roles at university's commencement ceremonies
- Kansas State University has state's highest number of students pledge to not text and drive
- Military affairs director to present research to senior defense leaders
- Hospitality management students represent K-State in New York City
- K-State MBA student part of winning team in global X-Culture Competition