March 30, 2012
From the provost
From the administration
News and research
- K-State CrossFit now offering child care
- Experience is the best teacher: Continuing education professional in South Dakota pursues master's degree through K-State distance education
- K-State CrossFit to offer Ladies Boot Camp: Operation Hotness
Events
- National Geographic photographer to present at Beach Museum of Art Saturday
- Kansas State University to host first Greater Kansas Area Security Workshop
- Kemper Gallery to host exhibition 'Sustainable by Design: A Review of Native American Architecture, Art and Culture of the Southwest'
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Belanger receives Excellence in Design Studio Teaching award
- Excellence in research: Geography group selects Harrington for John Fraser Hart Award
March 29, 2012
News and research
Events
- University of Washington professor to give 48th William J. Spencer Lecture today
- Technology entrepreneurship lecture today
- Lecture, reception to recognize Saint John's Bible donors April 3
- Tallgrass TV: Tuning in to nature
- University of Texas at San Antonio professor to present two distinguished lectures today and Friday
March 28, 2012
From the president
From the administration
- Letter from Athletics Director John Currie regarding Frank Martin, basketball coaching search
- Experienced elementary educator and professor named dean of College of Education
News and research
- Deadline extension: Celebrating People in Action Award nominations
- Military training exercise Friday at K-State sports complex
- The hot seat: Career expert says questions about behavior can be toughest to answer in job interviews
Events
- K-State For All: Disability Awareness Week 2012
- Reading by author Rebecca Makkai on Friday
- Plant germplasm specialist to give 28th Heyne Lecture today.
- Women's Center to host City Park dog walk event Sunday
- Bakery Science Club to host weekly bake sale today
March 27, 2012
News and research
- Spotlight on students: Board of Regents to hear student research presentations at campus visit April 9-11
- Human ecology scholars: Kappa Omicron Nu honor society selects new members
- Alternative voices: New university archives exhibit showcases recent finding of African-American newspapers, magazines
- Accreditation visit kicks off with a namesake treat
Events
- Free tickets available to see ensemble led by Oscar-winning composer Yuval Ron
- K-State women invited to Wednesday Brown Bag lunch: Beyond Fat Talk: Women and Body Image
- Native American Student Association to meet Wednesday in new location
- University of Oregon professor to present 47th William J. Spencer Lecture today
- Infinite fun: Fifth through 12th grade students invited to compete in mathematical olympiad
- George Mason professor to give next lecture in K-State Series on Economic Prosperity April 3
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Building excellence: Construction science students earn scholarships from regional organization
- Royal Purple yearbook named finalist for national award
- French connection: National scholarship provides summer of study in Paris for student from Overland Park
Publications and presentations
March 26, 2012
From the president
From the administration
- Learn about our progess: Open meetings with campus planners March 28-29
- Letter from Athletics Director John Currie
News and research
- Deep roots: Kansas Forest Service celebrating 125 years of tree-mendous work promoting forestry practices
- Forum for success: Students earn honors for research
- Wichita company, Advanced Manufacturing Institute team up for project to make better electronic products
- Working together: New partnership recognizes university's efforts to empower Hispanic students
- Apply to serve as a 2012-2013 K-State Proud co-chair
Events
- L. T. Fan Lecture canceled
- Women's Center to host campus tree walk Thursday and Friday
- Put a spring in your step: Springdance 2012 March 30-31 in McCain
- Landing soon: Former astronaut Hawley to deliver university's Neff Lectureship in Physics
- Culture is in full bloom: K-State offers several art, theater, dance events in April
- President Schulz to speak at Graduate Student Council meeting
- Folklore and more: April English events feature Irish storyteller, lectures and student presentations
- Dodgeball tournament April 14 to support K-State Cancer Research
- Futures by design: Expo helps students make career connections
Research
- Anatomy of success: Genetic research develops tools for studying diseases, improving regenerative treatment
- Great minds thinking together: Project allows citizens to create policy possibilities for higher education
Gifts
Technology
Campus construction and maintenance
March 16, 2012
News and research
- Steve Logback named assistant vice president for communications and marketing
- On board: New officers for Kansas State University Foundation begin two-year terms
- Dodge City Community College student earns university's first Sarachek Transfer Scholarship
Technology
March 15, 2012
From the administration
News and research
- Career kudos: College of Engineering recognizes 10 alumni for professional progress
- Engineering success: Two join University's Engineering Hall of Fame for career, service accomplishments
- Ambassadors for philanthropy: Kansas State University Student Foundation selects new members
Events
Research
March 14, 2012
From the administration
News and research
- Call for Nominations: Putting Students First Award for Outstanding Service to Students
- Planners, promoters, recruiters: Student Alumni Board gains 17 new members
- Career and employment services has job scam advice
- Submit nominations for the Promoting An Accessible Campus Award
- Professional ethics graduate elective offered fall 2012
- Taxing times: Experts say avoid getting a refund – but if you do, save it or use to pay down debt
- March Madness or March badness: Policies can help employees know limits on tracking scores online or with phone, ethics expert says
- Battle on the big screen: The odds for a winning movie may be in 'The Hunger Games' favor
Events
- Computing and information sciences department to host how-to talk today
- Students invited to attend K-State Leadership Seminar Thursday
- Union Program Council announces spring concert
- Bakery Science Club to host weekly bake sale today
- Award-winning young adult author to speak at conference on March 31
- Chief operating officer of Bain Capital to speak Thursday
Kudos, publications and presentations
Gifts
March 13, 2012
From SGA
News and research
Events
- Make a connection, expand your social network at All-University Open House
- National Strategic Selling Institute to host the Victaulic Sales Invitational April 3-4
- Polish scholar to lecture on contemporary fantasy literature
Kudos, publications and presentations
Technology
March 12, 2012
From the administration
News and research
- Heavy reading: Alumni give K-State literary gift to inspire discussion and study
- Undergraduate diversity internship offered by K-State Libraries
- Claiming their terrain: Geography students part of Champion World Geography Bowl Team
Events
- Student Union Bookstore to host graduation fair Tuesday and Wednesday
- Cultures uniting: Events celebrate creativity and discovery through music, literature and writing
- Washington State professor to present agricultural economics seminar Thursday
Research
March 9, 2012
News and research
- Making Wildcats feel at home: Wildcat Warm-Up program back for ninth year
- K-State, Johnson County Community College team up to provide new educational option with reverse transfer agreement
Events
Human resources, benefits and training
March 8, 2012
News and research
- Tax tip: Tax software can be good option for many, including college students
- Environmental champions: Six students nominated for Udall Scholarship
- Campus know-it-alls: Orientation leaders get ready to welcome new students to university
- Memorial service set for Todd Simon
- Spriggs and Hill elected as student body president and vice president
Events
- Apartment living workshop today and tomorrow
- Baroque Masterpieces: Eva Amsler, flute, and Shalev Ad-El, harpsichord, to perform concert Thursday
- University of Virginia professor to present 45th William J. Spencer Lecture today
- Prairie companions: Beach Museum exhibition shows what it’s like to be home on the range from an animal's view
- Employers volunteer time to help students improve networking skills
March 7, 2012
From the administration
From SGA
News and research
- Deadline approaching for study abroad scholarships
- Primary sources bring real life to research
- Positioned for success: Garmin Internship Program gives students hands-on research experience
Events
- Noted violinist Madeleine Mitchell to perform March 12
- Upcoming 2012 Engagement Symposium, 'A Day of Learning: Communities Engaging Landscape'
- Delta Upsilon Fraternity to host counseling services psychologist as part of speaker series tonight
Health and safety
Research
Kudos, publications and presentations
March 6, 2012
From the president
From the administration
- Second candidate for dean of the College of Education to deliver public forum today
- Letter to campus from Pat Bosco
News and research
Events
- Flush away cancer with Relay for Life
- Konza Prairie to host moonlight walk Saturday
- Rural Grocery Summit approaching to help strengthen stores and communities
- 'Meet the Art - Carol Haerer' event Wednesday
- Art professor to give talk today at Beach Museum
- Poet Ronaldo Wilson to read on Friday
- The future of fuel: Roadblocks facing biofuels focus of 2012 L.T. Fan lecture
March 5, 2012
From the provost
From the administration
From SGA
News and research
Events
- Salsa Night at Salsarita's sponsored by Alternative Spring Break Friday
- From the lunchroom to the dining hall: Shugart lecturer to look at future trends in onsite food service industry
- Wildcats Against Rape: Support those who spoke out
Health and safety
NBAF Update
University life
March 2, 2012
From the president
News and research
- K-State alumni membership tops in Big 12 for 16th consecutive year
- Nominate extraordinary students
- Call for nominations for distance education student and adviser awards
- Simply the best: Black Student Union reclaims title as most outstanding in the Big 12
- Learning from the best: Online education program rates among top 10 in nation
- Police seek help with on-campus armed robbery case
Events
- Film Series at the Beach to feature 'Until the End of the World' Sunday
- Women's basketball team sends off five seniors Saturday night
- Meaningful music: Benefit concert March 10 features music inspired by literary works
Health and safety
March 1, 2012
From SGA
News and research
- Fort Riley partners with university men's rugby team; first match Saturday
- Generation next: 47 undergraduates selected to work on cancer research projects
Events
- Volunteer to get involved in Open House
- Chinese embroidery inspires student exhibit opening at K-State Student Union
- Native American Student Association to meet March 7
- An international celebration: Asian-American awareness month highlights Asian cultures and more
- 12th Annual Adamchak Distinguished Lecture in Sociology is tonight
Publications and presentations
- K-State student geographers active at annual conference of the Association of American Geographers
- The poetry of the Irish: New book by K-State expert examines poetic traditions of Ireland