Friday, January 24, 2025
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Updates from leadership
Reminder: Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Observance Week Jan. 25-31
The Office of Access and Opportunity invites you to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Observance Week from Jan. 25-31. Volunteers are needed to serve for tomorrow's MLK Day of Service.
Read full announcement | Submitted by Rana Johnson | January 24, 2025
News and research
K-State License Plate Program reaches 15,000 plates on the road
Wildcats in four states helped the K-State License Plate Program reach a new milestone: 15,000 K-State license plates on roadways.
Read full announcement | Submitted by Tim Schrag | January 24, 2025
Textures and depth exhibit opens in the Union
Artist Crissi Rice's work highlights the striking contrast between surface beauty and hair, and the profound narratives hidden beneath.
Read full announcement | Submitted by Audrey Taggart-Kagdis | January 24, 2025
College of Arts and Sciences students receive research awards
Forty-four students in the College of Arts and Sciences have received research awards for the spring 2025 semester. Award recipients conduct faculty-mentored research projects and receive $1,000 scholarships from the college.
Read full announcement | Submitted by Marcia Locke | January 24, 2025
Unpaid tolls scam
Fraudulent text messages indicating a small balance due in unpaid tolls are attempts to gain access to financial records.
Read full announcement | Submitted by Michelle Geering | January 24, 2025
Health and safety
It's peak season for influenza and other respiratory viruses
Lafene Health Center is reminding the university community that we are likely in the middle of peak season for influenza and other respiratory viruses.
Read full announcement | Submitted by Shawn Funk | January 24, 2025
University life
Text with Willie: New AI virtual assistant connects first-year students to resources
Academic and Career Engagement has partnered with EdSights to bring AI-based texting to first-year students.
Read full announcement | Submitted by Division of Academic Success and Student Affairs | January 24, 2025
Connect with K-Staters this semester
'Cats Connect thought-provoking questions plus your small group answers equals conversation, community and connection. In six one-hour meetings, you'll increase well-being and decrease loneliness, making a happier, healthier you and K-State.
Read full announcement | Submitted by Kim Ralston | January 24, 2025
UPC opens 50th annual student photography contest
Union Program Council announces its longest-running tradition: the 50th annual student photography contest.
Read full announcement | Submitted by Audrey Taggart-Kagdis | January 24, 2025
Training and professional development
Free registration for Research Safety Bootcamp for students
The Research Safety Bootcamp provides a unique opportunity to learn from subject matter experts, network across departments and organizations, and build your resume. Register today to attend Feb. 10-14.
Read full announcement | Submitted by Rachael Weiderman | January 24, 2025
Technology
Microsoft 365: Free for students, faculty and staff
Microsoft 365, an office collaboration suite, is available for free for K-State students, faculty and staff. It includes tools such as email, calendar, office applications, file storage space and more.
Read full announcement | Submitted by Division of Information Technology | January 24, 2025
IT Service Desk temporarily relocates to first floor of Hale Library Jan. 27-31
The IT Service Desk will temporarily relocate to the first floor of Hale Library from Monday, Jan. 27, to Friday, Jan. 31. You can find the desk in the alcove to the left of the Sunflower entrance on the south side of the building.
Read full announcement | Submitted by Division of Information Technology | January 24, 2025
Newsletters, magazines and blogs
Research Weekly
Read more about MRIGlobal's Science Collective webinar series, FY 2025 National Institute of Justice funding opportunities and additional resources for researchers at K-State.
Read full announcement | Submitted by Kate Kennedy | January 24, 2025
Volunteer opportunities
Volunteers needed for Mobile Food Distribution
The Mobile Food Distribution on Saturday, Jan. 25, has been added to the MLK Day of Service activities. Volunteers are needed.
Read full announcement | Submitted by Kim Ralston | January 24, 2025