February 28, 2022
From the administration
KSUnite
Events
- Global Food Systems Seed Grant training
- Diversity Programs Office spring update
- JP's Sports Grill brings Mardi Gras to Manhattan
- CEZID hosts Denise Monack for lecture on gut superspreaders
- Anita Easterwood artist reception today at Union
- Coffee Hour to feature Morocco on March 4
- Scholars Aimee Bahng and Thea Quiray Tagle in conversation on Thursday, March 3
- Union Program Council presents 47th annual photography contest
- Preparing for the Health Expo: A professional development event for pre-health students
- Powercat Financial to host Spring Break Not Spring Broke
Human resources, benefits and training
- Understanding Legal and Ethical Responsibilities of Supervisors offered virtually on March 14 and 16
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Megan Ronnebaum and AJ Tarpoff recognized as Professional Staff and Professor of the Week
- Eakin and Williamson accepted into Emerging Leaders Network program
- K-State Libraries faculty and staff recognized for excellence
Newsletters, magazines and blogs
University life
February 25, 2022
King Hall
From the administration
- Support resources for those affected by the events in Ukraine
- Save the date: Open forums with dean of the College of Health and Human Sciences finalists
COVID-19 university updates
Events
- Finalists selected for Three Minute Thesis
- K-State Choirs to present preview concert
- 'Let's Art: Indigenous Aesthetics'
- K-State Libraries graduate workshop available Monday
- Students are invited to attend the Social Services Career Meet-Up
- K-State men's basketball hosts Iowa State Saturday
- Stock Pitch Competition team registration closes Feb. 28
Human resources, benefits and training
Personnel changes
Kudos, publications and presentations
- K-State Sales Team finishes second at intercollegiate sales competition in Florida
- K-State PetCat Scan facility featured by major microscope manufacturer Zeiss
- Undergraduate students succeed in Putnam Mathematics Competition
University life
February 24, 2022
From the administration
News and research
- K-State Salina's annual Scholarship Patrol event awards more than $7.5 million to incoming students
- K-State lab backs work that helps rescue Haitian sorghum crop
Shared governance
Events
- Spring 2022 commencement schedule announced
- Livestream conversation today — 'Considering Techniques: Jim Richardson on Gordon Parks'
- ADVANCE Distinguished Lecture Series presents Michelle Danyluk
- Four K-State students to be panelists at AAUW's International Women's Day Celebration
- Rebecca Trout Fryxell to present Division of Biology Seminar
- K-State Comprehensive Public Health Group to host Chipotle fundraiser
University life
Volunteer opportunities
February 23, 2022
Fairchild Hall
News and research
COVID-19 university updates
Shared governance
Events
- Author Ira Sukrungruang to read from his work Friday, Feb. 25, 3:30 p.m.
- Retirement reception to honor Jim Badders
- K-State women's basketball hosts Texas tonight
- S.A.F.E. Zone to host advanced workshop 'Trans Language and Trans Competency'
- Annual Housing Fair
- College of Veterinary Medicine to host Phi Zeta Research Day
- Race to Waste recycling competition is here
- Open forum, 'Perspectives,' today in Dow Center
Personnel changes
- Westerhold selected as director of farm and ranch transition office
- Tortella hired as director of Cashiers and Student Accounts office
Kudos, publications and presentations
Technology
University life
- Professional Development Fund accepting applications
- Application open for potential Truman scholars
- Campus application open for Rhodes, Marshall and Mitchell scholarships
- Nominations open for 2022 University Honors Program awards
February 22, 2022
From the administration
News and research
Shared governance
Events
- You’re invited: K-State Strengths invites campus community to participate in focus groups
- Last call: Stock Pitch Competition team registration
- Geography colloquium Feb. 25 showcases department's 2021 Steve Kale fellowship recipients
- Sahimi to give InterPore Kimberly-Clark Distinguished Lecture Series presentation
Kudos, publications and presentations
- K-State researchers receive international award in biomedicine
- English Language Program develops aviation English course for Panamanian aeronaval forces
- College of Education receives national recognition at NAPDS Conference
- Mackay visits National Training Center at Fort Irwin
- 2021 Student Organization Awards recipients announced
Technology
Newsletters, magazines and blogs
University life
Volunteer opportunities
February 21, 2022
Fountain at the Kansas State University Gardens
From the administration
KSUnite
News and research
- Carl R. Ice College of Engineering alumni honored for early career success
- Three alumni honored with induction to Engineering Hall of Fame
- Spring drive for university Konza United Way campaign
COVID-19 university updates
Events
- K-State Proud Week
- K-State SAGA hosts 'Brother Outsider: The Life of Bayard Rustin' film screening
- Urban researcher and designer will speak on creativity and math as a common language
- Modern languages faculty to present Signatures Distinguished Roundtable on Friday, Feb. 25
- Valent to present Feb. 28 Distinguished Graduate Faculty lecture
- Jessica Cait to present Anatomy and Physiology Seminar
- Office of Student Success hosting next NACADA webinar March 1
Human resources, benefits and training
Personnel changes
University life
- Weekly global religious, spiritual and nonreligious observance information
- Reminder: 2021-2022 KAWSE Award nominations due Feb. 28
February 18, 2022
Hanging sculpture in the Leadership Studies Building.
News and research
- Benjamin Wolfe to lead K-State Olathe as CEO and dean
- Sharda to receive $6 million NSF grant to develop spray-on bioplastics for use in farming
- K-State team engineers fluorescent sensors that detect metabolites of infectious bacteria
- Feed the Future Innovation Lab for the Reduction of Post-Harvest Loss kicks off $1 million costed extension
COVID-19 university updates
Events
- UFM's Lifetime Learning classes for spring 2022 start soon
- Attend livestream conversation 'Considering Techniques: Jim Richardson on Gordon Parks'
- K-State Libraries graduate workshop available Monday, Feb. 21
- Reminder: Coffee Hour featuring Taiwan today
- Students are invited to the Media and Communications Career Meet-Up
- Reminder: 'SWAGATH with potluck dinner' Feb. 19
University life
February 17, 2022
The clock that stands north of Holtz Hall
From the administration
From the Kansas Board of Regents
News and research
Events
- Five K-State students taking part in Kansas Undergraduate Research Days
- Reminder: 'Kansas Weather in Life, Literature and Photography' lecture today
- Steve Ensley to present Diagnostic Medicine/Pathobiology Seminar
- Compete in K-State's first Integration and Differentiation Bee
- K-State Theatre presents 'Collective Rage: A Play in 5 Betties' Feb. 18-19
- Students are invited to Ready — Set — Sub event
- Adam Kwiatkowski to present Division of Biology Seminar
- Career Center invites students to attend Hospitality Career Meet-Up
Technology
Newsletters, magazines and blogs
University life
February 16, 2022
On Feb. 16, 1863, K-State became nation's first operational land-grant university, and the only in Kansas.
From the administration
News and research
- K-State, John Deere team on remote sensing study
- Submit Global Food Systems Seed Grant Program proposals
COVID-19 university updates
Events
- K-State Olathe event highlights higher education opportunities for Kansas Latino families
- Discover graduate student research at the Three Minute Thesis
- International Women's Day Celebration seeking participation from campus organizations
- Science on Tap meets trivia night meets Valentine's Day
- Ackerman presents 'Online Learning and Plain Language Principles' TLC professional development event today
- Indian Students Association brings you 'SWAGATH with potluck dinner'
- Living Well Wednesday: MIND Diet and Walk Kansas 2022
Human resources, benefits and training
Kudos, publications and presentations
University life
- Applications open for 2022 International Student Scholarships
- Submit an original work for Live Idea's Spring 2022 Institute
- Nominate your extraordinary students
February 15, 2022
Hale Library
From the administration
News and research
- K-State Salina adds new master's degree in aeronautics
- All In for K-State: Kansas State University to host third day of giving in support of mental health services for students
Events
- Catch two photography exhibitions in person, online and through special events as Beach Museum of Art celebrates its 25th anniversary
- S.A.F.E. Zone to host Advanced Workshop: 'Sexuality and Gender Identity Foundations'
- You're invited: Retirement celebration for MaryAnne Andrews
- Program update: 'Kansas Weather in Life, Literature and Photography'
- National Teaching Workshop: Sharing Effective Teaching Practices
- February HIV/STI testing
- 'College is more than just classes': Event for high school sophomores, juniors will showcase undergraduate research opportunities
- Senior civil engineer to speak about career opportunities in water resources engineering
Personnel changes
- Good joins Human Capital Services as talent acquisition senior strategic partner
- Priest named director of K-State's interdisciplinary leadership communication doctoral program
Health and safety
Kudos, publications and presentations
Technology
Newsletters, magazines and blogs
University life
February 14, 2022
Welcome to K-State, President Richard and First Lady Sally Linton and family.
KSUnite
News and research
Events
- K-State Rodeo celebrating 75 years
- English department to host '#Shakespeare After Shakespeare' event at MAC
- Sean Farris to present Anatomy and Physiology Seminar
- Attend 'Click Talk: The Power of Social Media' on Feb. 16
- School of Music, Theatre, and Dance hosts IDEall Week
- Coffee Hour featuring Taiwan on Feb. 18
Personnel changes
Technology
University life
- Weekly global religious, spiritual and nonreligious observance information
- Food Security Scholar spotlight: Olivia Haley
- Apply to be a summer orientation leader
- Snyder Leadership Legacy Fellows: Serving and learning with youth in Manhattan
February 11, 2022
Thank you, President and Mary Jo Myers, for your years of leadership and service at Kansas State University.
From the administration
News and research
- K-State research helping protect zoo animals from SARS-CoV-2 spread
- College of Business students receive scholarships from Kansas City supply chain organization
COVID-19 university updates
Events
- Your invitation: All In for K-State sneak peek
- K-State Libraries graduate workshop available on Monday
- Celebrate Valentine's Day at JP's Sports Grill
- K-State musicians featured at the Kauffman Center on Feb. 17
- Reminder: Coffee Hour featuring Pakistan
- Register for Feb. 16 New Student Orientation meeting
- In-A-Chord video Valentine-O-Gram
- 'Click Talk: The Power of Social Media' Feb. 16
- Teachers and Employees Association to host annual business meeting Feb. 17
University life
February 10, 2022
From the administration
News and research
Events
- Registration open for 2022 All-University Open House student life exhibits
- Kansas Open Educational Resources Virtual Summit offered Feb. 16-17
- Beach Museum to host 'Kansas Weather in Life, Literature and Photography'
- Tech CEO Michelle Munson to speak on campus March 4
- Students are invited to attend the Engineering Career Fair
- Join Silver Key to make Valentines for Meadowlark Commons
Human resources, benefits and training
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Kyle Bradley recognized as Professor of the Week
- Leadership communication faculty, graduate students contribute to book on navigating complexities in leadership
University life
- It is time to nominate your extraordinary students
- Valentine's Day banners at University Printing
- Check out campus resources at the Resource Link in Hale Library
- Vehicle Maintenance Garage changes due to staffing shortage
- LEAD 212 class leader applications due Feb. 13
- Blue Key applications due today
Volunteer opportunities
February 9, 2022
Fountains at Bosco Student Plaza.
News and research
- K-State addresses campus sexual violence with NASPA's Culture of Respect Collective
- Wu receives NSF CAREER award for power grid defense project
- Pollution Prevention Institute intern program application deadline extended
COVID-19 university updates
Events
- School of Music, Theatre, and Dance hosts IDEall Week beginning Feb. 14
- S.A.F.E. Zone Educational Series program: 'Hidden Voices in STEM'
- Horticulture Club to host Valentine's Day rose sale
- K-State men's basketball hosts Baylor
- Finkeldei to present 'Canvas and Course Video Tips' TLC professional development event today
- Team registration open for annual Gates Capital Management Stock Pitch Competition
- Announcing the 2022 James R. Coffman Leadership Institute: Empowered Individuals, Enhanced Institutions
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Goins publishes interview with Thailand jazz guitarist
- Vardiman named most distinguished athletic trainer from regional organization
Technology
University life
- Arts and Sciences students invited to open forum to discuss fees
- Primary texts Swogger Scholarship spring 2022
- Mark Chapman Scholars Program accepting applications
- Apply today to become part of the 2022 K-State Student Homecoming Committee
- Phi Kappa Phi Graduate Fellowship accepting applications
February 8, 2022
Eisenhower Hall
From the administration
News and research
- K-State alumni investing in naming deanship of College of Veterinary Medicine
- Forty-two Kansas State University faculty members granted sabbatical leave
Events
- K-State Social Media Week: Feb. 14-18
- Alternative Breaks offer students a chance to engage community, make change
- 'Best of Times, Worst of Times: K-State in 1968' now open
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Congratulations to recipients of the Swogger Scholarship
- Kansas Day video features K-State faculty member poem
- Mechanical engineering professor elected ASME fellow
Newsletters, magazines and blogs
University life
- Spring 2022 Progress Report season
- K-State Risk Management Center applications close Feb. 11
- Undergraduate researchers invited to engage with Office of Undergraduate Research and Creative Inquiry
Volunteer opportunities
February 7, 2022
Hale Library
From the administration
KSUnite
- KSUnite Weekly
- MasterClass makes three-part class Black History, Black Freedom and Black Love available for free
News and research
- Carl R. Ice College of Engineering remains top choice for engineers in Kansas in 2021
- K-State to host 2022 Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders
- Johnson Cancer Research Center spring award applications due March 1
Shared governance
Events
- Diversity Programs Office: Black History Month
- APDesign opens spring 2022 Ekdahl Lecture Series with urban planner James Rojas
- DCM call for summer camp submissions
- Division of Vehicles providing mobile service
- Acclaimed expert in topology visualization and geometrical graphics to present Art and Math Seminar
- Drag Show postponed
- Coffee Hour featuring Pakistan on Feb. 11
- Economics Club hosting presentation today on US immigrant employment trends
- Graduate Student Council Professional Development Certificate Seminar: Grant Writing Workshop
Kudos, publications and presentations
Policy/procedure updates
Technology
Newsletters, magazines and blogs
University life
- Weekly global religious, spiritual and nonreligious observance information
- Homecoming committee donates to Pawnee Mental Health Services
- Reminder: KAWSE ADVANCE Distinguished Lecture Series applications due Feb. 11
February 4, 2022
Bridge at Quinlan Natural Area
News and research
COVID-19 university updates
Shared governance
Events
- Social media and political polarization focus of annual Huck Boyd Lecture in Community Media
- Lunar New Year celebration
- APDesign graduate Abbey Hebbert to open LARCP Colloquium
- K-State Libraries graduate workshop available on Monday
- Beach Museum of Art to host Family Valentines Workshop on Feb. 5
- Hickman visiting artist exhibition in Mark A. Chapman Gallery
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Agronomy grad student earn first place in societywide Crop Science Society of America competition
- Kurt Foley passes certified measurement and verification professional exam
Policy/procedure updates
Technology
Newsletters, magazines and blogs
University life
February 3, 2022
Snow at the Kansas State University Gardens
From the administration
Events
- Kansas State College Advising Corps to host Feb. 3 info session
- Kansas 4-H Discovery Days call for proposals
- Sound Circle hosts 'Ringing out the Sound System' featuring Robert Rosenberg
- Students are invited to attend the Agri-Industry Career Meet-Up
Human resources, benefits and training
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Chad Miller recognized as Professor of the Week
- Goins publishes research on classic rock music
- Professor of agronomy receives Outstanding Scientist Award
University life
Volunteer opportunities
February 2, 2022
From the administration
COVID-19 university updates
Events
- All Faiths Chapel organ's 60th anniversary recital takes place Friday
- K-State Department of Modern Languages to host MidWest Association for Language Learning Technology 2022 Conference
- Celebrate the performing arts at K-State through scholarships
- K-State Libraries announce schedule for spring graduate workshop series
- Education Abroad offers pop-up advising
- Demonstrate broader impacts at Girls Researching Our World on April 2
- K-State men's basketball hosts OSU tonight
- Living Well Wednesday presents 'Languages of Appreciation'
- Attend a mock moot court class on campus
Human resources, benefits and training
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Priest co-editor of New Directions for Student Leadership, special issue
- Advisor Forum presents February Charlie Award
University life
- Request presentations and workshops from the Academic Achievement Center
- Reminder: International Buddies accepting applications for spring 2022
- Staley School seeking students for LEAD 212 class leaders
February 1, 2022
Pipe organ and piano at All Faiths Chapel.
From the administration
News and research
- JMC professors publish research on first-gen students and diversity in advertising industry
- EPA Region 7 honors K-State Pollution Prevention Institute for sustainable food management practices
Shared governance
- Student Governing Association elections filing open now
- Academic competition team proposal form is now open
Events
- K-State Theatre and Ebony Theatre present Pulitzer Prize-winning drama 'Sweat'
- Welcoming new undergraduates for fall 2022
- UPC presents an evening with Eugene Lee Yang
- 2022 roster for animal health professional development series announced
- New Health Professions Expo coming in March
- Free student leadership conference happening Feb. 12
- First K-State Social Media Week is Feb. 14-18
- KDOT engineer to present Munger Professorship Lecture in Construction Engineering
- Learn how to create your individual development plan with your advisor or major professor
Technology
- Explore free IT resources to get your semester off to a good start
- KSIS training sessions for spring 2022 available
Newsletters, magazines and blogs
- Check the Beach Museum of Art's February 2022 e-newsletter for all the exciting offerings this month
- January 2022 eNews from K-State Olathe