February 28, 2019
Students perform a vacuum cleaner test in Calvin Hall as part of a domestic science class in 1922. Courtesy of the Morse Department of Special Collections.
Events
- K-State Theatre brings new version of Gilbert and Sullivan's classic 'Pirates of Penzance' to McCain
- Division of Biology seminar March 1
- Volunteers needed For All-University Open House
- Psychology trivia night at Arrow Coffee Co.
- FIRE to host general body meeting
- Introductory risk management seminar for sophomores
University life
Kudos, publications and presentations
- College of Veterinary Medicine student from Wichita receives veterinary leadership award
- Condia named American Institute of Architects fellow
Volunteer opportunities
February 27, 2019
Konza Prairie Biological Station is a 3,480-hectare tallgrass prairie preserve that serves as an ecological laboratory for faculty and students at Kansas State University and visiting researchers from around the world.
News and research
- Kansas State University's Black Student Union receives best in Big 12 award again
- Recognizing Excellence: Myers took volunteerism to heart
- Undergraduate Research Conference submissions due Friday, March 1
Events
- Pre-Health Ambassadors to host Buffalo Wild Wings fundraiser
- 'One Photographer, Two Presidents': A talk by Pete Souza
- 'Pop-Up' to Powercat Financial
- FarmHouse Fraternity presents Philanthro-Putt
- Celebrate Union Station by JP's first anniversary
- Register for SciComm 2019 Conference by March 1 for lowest fees
- Today: Josephine Chandler presents Biochemistry and Molecular Biophysics Seminar
- April 6 is the All-University Open House at K-State's Olathe campus
- Arnaud Temme to present geology seminar Feb. 28
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Kansas State University Global Campus awards more than 75 scholarships
- APDesign student earns top honors in Steelcase NEXT competition
February 26, 2019
K-State Today this Week with Wildcat Watch
From the administration
- Legislative Update
- Registration now open for March 21 'Art of Democracy' Engagement Symposium
- A letter from vice president for Human Capital Services Jay Stephens
News and research
Events
- Casting call
- Experience the Design Expo Friday
- K-State band concert tonight
- Counseling Services' peer ambassadors host Kat Chat at Regnier Hall
- University of California San Diego Professor Gordon Hanson to deliver Joe Tiao Lecture on Economic Issues
- Scholar Lisa Lowe presents on her work on Friday, March 1
- Powercat Fincial to host Spring Break Not Spring Broke
- Ten graduate students to present research posters at the Capitol
- Recyclemania week two results
- 'Music of Strangers: Yo-Yo Ma and the Silk Road Ensemble' film screening at the Beach Museum of Art
- 'What the SNAP' advocacy training offered March 7
- Larger than life: Beach Museum of Art exhibition explores American murals of the New Deal
- Walk a Mile in Her Shoes registration now open
University life
- Chimes Junior Honorary 2019 applications open
- College of Arts and Sciences announces 2019 Sullivan Poetry Contest
- Submit nominations for Celebrating Service and Leadership Awards
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Biology professor honored with Fisheries Excellence Award
- Winter publication of Kansas History: A Journal of the Central Plains now available
- De Noble named American Institute of Architects fellow
Volunteer opportunities
February 25, 2019
KSUnite
News and research
Events
- Updates on April 11 event with 'The Hate U Give' author Angie Thomas
- Spring and summer graduates invited to attend Grad Expo at K-State Alumni Center
- K-State Proud campaign week at K-State Student Union
- Media and Communications Career Meet-Up open to all students
- Bruce Snead to present on radon for Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society
- Learn how to communicate research by blogging at Feb. 26 KSCI Works event
- College of Arts and Sciences invites first-generation students to have lunch with the dean
- Rainbow bowling
- Attend free event about Strengths
- Register to attend 2019 Leadership Seminar, 'Leading by Design: Creating Our Future'
University life
- AGC Student Chapter travels to Florida for winter break service project
- New task force to create stronger curriculum for K-State 360
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Chad Miller recognized as Professor of the Week
- Blue Key Senior Honorary chapter recipient of three national awards
February 22, 2019
Focused in Friday: A bronze statue of a boy sitting atop a globe is the focal point of the Bluemont Circle, which is lined with 150 pavers featuring the names of those who helped start the College of Education.
News and research
- K-State team discovers universal fluorescent sensors to characterize infectious bacteria
- College of Education hosts We the People state competition
Shared governance
Events
- Casting call
- Workshop: Mindfulness for A Kind Mind Feb. 25
- Feminist Friday: Decolonizing Love
- International Coffee Hour presents Zimbabwe
- The Library and Your Research: Retaining Rights to Promote Your Research offered Feb. 25
- Tango Tuesday comes to JP's Sports Grill
February 21, 2019
From the Kansas Board of Regents
News and research
- Alan and Jan Levin invest in naming the Department of Mechanical and Nuclear Engineering
- Cargill executive, philanthropist James Haymaker to receive honorary degree
- Prestigious Vanier Bluemont Scholarship at Polytechnic Campus awarded to Kansas, Missouri seniors
Events
- Management Career Meet-Up Feb. 21
- Regnier Lecture on Entrepreneurship Feb. 21
- Join KSCI Works to polish scicomm skills
- Jesse Nippert to give geology seminar Feb. 21
- Division of Biology Seminar Feb. 22: 'Mechanisms of Behavioral Innovation in Birds'
University life
- College of Arts and Sciences offering $2,000 Academic Engagement Scholarships
- Project funding available for Wildfire Community Preparedness Day
Kudos, publications and presentations
Volunteer opportunities
February 20, 2019
From the administration
News and research
- Study: Teens need frequent communication with parents to maintain youth resiliency after a divorce
- Kansas interagency cooperation finds computer equipment new home, will boost research and education across the state
- Gender, women, and sexuality studies department to host Fulbright senior scholar
- Recognizing Excellence: Pete Souza learned to be a photojournalist at K-State
Events
- Bakery Science Club sale today
- Science on Tap presents 'Branched Chain Amino Acid – Protein Supplements for both Humans and Fungi'
- Roman V. Yampolskiy to present 'Artificial Intelligence Safety and Security'
- ESS and McNair programs celebrate National TRIO Day
- Fiction writer Laura Moriarty to read from her work at 3:30 p.m. on Friday
- Rollin' in the Dough
- Thomas Mueller to present electrical and computer engineering seminar Feb. 21
University life
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Losinski receives national interventionist award for research
- Undergraduate journal publishes first edition
February 19, 2019
From the administration
News and research
Events
- Rescheduled: Hospitality Career Meet-Up
- Visiting Artist Lecture by graphic designer Bill Gardner on Feb. 21
- K-State will celebrate Homecoming Week in late October
- University of Tennessee geography professor to discuss advancing public intellectualism in geography
- K-State Proud College Week
- K-State Theatre presents '21st Century Carnival,' a devised play on the effects of social media
- Stowers Institute for Medical Research investigator to speak on Feb. 20
- Finalists announced for Three Minute Thesis
University life
Volunteer opportunities
- Learn about your health, earn $20 and enjoy some M&Ms
- Powercat Financial now accepting student volunteer applications
February 18, 2019
K-State Today This Week with Wildcat Watch
From the administration
KSUnite
News and research
- Office of Educational Innovation and Evaluation team receives national award for PEARS
- Kansas State University graduates are in high demand with increasing average starting salaries
Events
- Great Plains Grazing to host webinar on the heritability of cattle water intake
- UPC to show award-winning documentary, 'The Voiceless'
- State of Diversity Address
- Wayne Goins, K-State music program to host jazz pianist Peter Cassino
- Sociology program to host renowned police militarization scholar on Feb. 22
- You're invited: Hospitality management department to host 23rd annual Travel and Dining Auction
- PAWS: Perfectionism Table
- 'Sihasara': Inaugural Sri Lankan cultural show and workshop
University life
- Center for Student Involvement Student Advisory Board applications now open
- Reminder: Snyder Leadership Legacy Fellows Program applications due Friday, Feb. 22
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Jeroen Roelofs recognized as Professor of the Week
- Online Journal of Rural Research and Policy announces Thomas P. Gould Prize winner
- K-State Debate finishes as semifinalists at Spanish National Tournament
February 15, 2019
Focused in Friday: Lights at the College of Business Building.
From the administration
- Reminder: Legislative Review Session today at noon
- National search for dean of College of Agriculture and director of K-State Research and Extension
News and research
Events
- Upcoming career meet-up event: Hospitality industry
- The Library and Your Research: Getting a Head Start on Using the ETDR Writing Template offered Feb. 18
- On Friday, we eat
- APDesign Ekdahl Lecture Series presents landscape architect David Rubin
- Fullagar to present Cassias Gallery talk
University life
Kudos, publications and presentations
- College of Education faculty, staff present at national conference
- Vibhavari Jani selected to receive International Interior Design Association Foundation Diversity Award
Personnel changes
Newsletters, magazines and blogs
February 14, 2019
On Feb. 16 1863, K-State became the first fully operational land-grant college in America.
From the administration
From the Kansas Board of Regents
Events
- Provost Charles Taber to share 'What Matters to Me and Why'
- Reminder: K-State Association for Women in Mathematics to host LaTeX workshop Saturday, Feb. 16
- Purple pancake sale today
- Need a Valentine's Day Gift?
- Cats, Canvases and Cameras Feb. 15
- Department of Defense leader to present 'US Strategy for the Indo-Pacific Region'
- Pat Bosco to present 'Last Lecture' Today
University life
February 13, 2019
News and research
- Recognizing Excellence: Frasier family supports, applauds K-State graduates for service
- Help the K-State Book Network select the common reading book for 2019
- Submit proposals to K-State Undergraduate Research Conference
- College of Business Administration extends its accreditation with AACSB International
Shared governance
Events
- Susanne Seitz to present geology seminar Feb. 14
- Annual Three Minute Thesis competition kicks off today
- Bakery Science Club bake sale today
- Last day to register for Health Professions Summit
- Experience the Design Expo March 1
- Minton, Wiley to be honored at Wallace Kidd Memorial Diversity Award Reception today
- Kate Digby to give artist's talk at the Beach Museum of Art
- Faculty Senate to host spring 2019 open forums
- Spaces still available for winery event
- DMSA Family Recognition Celebration Feb. 28: Call for nominations
University life
- Important information for students graduating
- NASA DEVELOP ambassador program at K-State, opportunities for students
Kudos, publications and presentations
Personnel changes
February 12, 2019
Windows on the north side of the K-State Alumni Center.
From the administration
News and research
Events
- Engineering Career Fair Feb. 12 and 13
- K-State Proud volunteer training
- Mortar Board hosting trivia tonight
- Taiwanese Food Festival Feb. 24
- K-State Open House Core Committee is accepting registrations for 2019 student life exhibits
- Chipotle fundraiser for Applied Family Science Graduate Organization
- Architect Jeremy Smith to present as part of APDesign's Regnier International Lecture Series
- University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center professor to speak Feb. 13
- Lecture to discuss science-based messages and methods for lasting exercise motivation
- Pat Bosco to present 'Last Lecture'
University life
Kudos, publications and presentations
- College of Arts and Sciences has record year for grants awarded and research expenditures
- Biosciences symposium honors university students for research posters, presentations
Technology
Newsletters, magazines and blogs
February 11, 2019
K-State Today This Week with Wildcat Watch
KSUnite
News and research
- Kansas Science Communication Initiative hosts workshops for students, faculty
- Just chill: Kansas State University researchers study how to keep school lunches safe on field trips
- Johnson Cancer Research Center spring award applications due March 1
- Geology department hosts Fulbright international scholar
Shared governance
Events
- First-generation Student Talent Show Feb. 28
- The future of research: Open forum on serials crisis, cancellations tomorrow
- Program director of medical lab science to speak at K-State
University life
- Snyder Leadership Legacy Fellows Program seeking applications until Feb. 22
- Sophomores encouraged to apply for Cargill Fellows program
Kudos, publications and presentations
- Office of Undergraduate Research & Creative Inquiry awards spring research and travel grants
- Apparel and textiles student selected to showcase collection at Kansas City Fashion Week
- Jerry Jay Cranford wins Omaha Entertainment and Arts Awards for best director of a musical
- Interior architecture & product design students to present research in Valencia, Spain
- Kurt Gartner receives Award for Excellence in Latin Music and Jazz Education at national festival
February 8, 2019
Focused in Friday: The World War II Memorial is located in the center of the circular drive in front of McCain Auditorium and honors the sacrifice and service of students and faculty during World War II.
From the administration
News and research
Events
- Reminder: Suit Up with the Career Center and JCPenney on Sunday
- Announcing Mortar Board Week 2019
- Pre-Optometry Club meeting Feb. 12
- International Coffee Hour presents Serbia
- K-State Dance Marathon 2019 benefiting Children's Miracle Network Hospital
- Audacity A Cappella offering Singing Valentines
- Your Library and Your Research: Managing Citations and References offered Feb. 11
- Winery event brings taste of Oregon
University life
Volunteer opportunities
February 7, 2019
News and research
- Kansas State University to host national science communication conference in March
- New role, focus and name for Kansas State University's Advanced Manufacturing Institute
Events
- Strengths Social Hour today in K-State Student Union courtyard
- Sigma Alpha Lambda to host SALentine's Day
- Economics Club presents discussion on 'The Food Police'
- Visiting artist lectures by ceramicist Peter Pincus, graphic designer Michael Braley
- C.J. Aducci to present Jurich Lecture on Social Justice Feb. 21
- Community invited to Distinguished Young Alumni presentations Feb. 26
Kudos, publications and presentations
- APDesign students compete in design charrette for scholarships
- Economics professor and co-authors publish paper in JAMA, receive prestigious grant
Newsletters, magazines and blogs
February 6, 2019
Snow at the Kansas State University Gardens.
News and research
Events
- Exhibition 'In Passing' by ceramics artist in residence Flor Widmar
- History department to host Kansas Association of Historians conference
- Bakery Science Club assorted cookie sale today
- Steven Borell to present geology seminar Feb. 7
- Angela Rye is 2019 Black History Month keynote speaker
- University of Pittsburgh professor to present Biochemistry and Molecular Biophysics Seminar today
- K-State Association for Women in Mathematics to host LaTeX workshop Saturday, Feb. 16
- Let's talk with Rep. Tom Phillips
University life
- Apply to be a College of Arts and Sciences Student Ambassador
- Koch Discovery Scholarship applications due Sunday, Feb. 10
- Wildcat Value Menu
- Nontraditional student scholarships available for women, apply by March 25
Human resources, benefits and training
Technology
Volunteer opportunities
February 5, 2019
From the administration
News and research
- Kansas State University to host 2019 Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders
- Apply for the Morse Scholarship: $3,000 for a community-minded summer project or internship
Events
- Reminder: Casting call today
- Engineering Career Fair Feb. 12-13
- APDesign Ekdahl Lecture speaker John Stram to discuss industrial, graphics and interior design
- K-State alumna Tammy Kielian seminar canceled
- Feb. 12 open forum to address subscription costs and their local impact
- Mid-America Arts Alliance to present 'Wester: Works on Paper from the Konza Prairie' by Erin Wiersma
University life
- Nominations being accepted for Putting Students First Awards
- K-State First seeks nominees for the second annual First-Year Advocate Award
Personnel changes
- Jeff Barnes named director of parking and transportation
- Rebecca Roeder the new campus representative for Peace Corps
Volunteer opportunities
February 4, 2019
K-State Today This Week with Wildcat Watch
KSUnite
News and research
Shared governance
Events
- Exclusive Student Event: Suit Up with the Career Center and JCPenney
- Silver Key Sophomore Honorary to host information meeting today
- Support Alpha Epsilon Delta Pre-Health Honor Society at Chipotle fundraiser
- Recyclemania 2019 is here
- American Chemical Society Student Affiliate hosts informational meeting Feb. 6
- Teacher scholars from Saudi Arabia to present research posters Feb. 6 and 7
- Tournées French Film Festival
University life
- $500 Blue Key scholarships available
- Mortar Board Senior Honor Society seeking self-nominations for 2019-2020 class
- Request a health presentation for your group
February 1, 2019
Focused in Friday: Equipment in one of the Performance Zones at the Rec Complex.
From the administration
Events
- Real Food Lunch today at ECM
- Ebony Theatre hosts First Friday
- Join Counseling Services for A Moment of Mindfulness
- Join us for the Black Alumni/Greek Reunion Oct. 17-20
- Last call for graduate student abstracts: K-State Graduate Research, Arts, and Discovery Forum
- ACM-SIGAI hosts talk on how to get involved in summer research through the NSF's Research Experiences for Undergraduates program
- Final day to register for annual Three Minute Thesis competition
University life
- Nominate a K-State student for a K-State Alumni Association award
- Nominations open for Student Employee of the Year
- Deadline extended for Pollution Prevention intern program
- Silver Key Sophomore Honorary is accepting applications