Wednesday, March 27, 2024
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From the administration
Learn more about Concur: Drop-in Zoom sessions available; sign up for expense reporting webinars
Join the Concur team on Zoom, no scheduling required, for expense and travel management support until April 12. Procurement card holders and business liaisons are encouraged to register for upcoming procurement card expense reporting webinars.
Read full announcement | Submitted by Concur | March 27, 2024
News and research
'Forging new paths for aeronautic education' — More than $33 million in federal funding to further transform K-State Salina as aerospace education hub
Federal funding announced Tuesday by U.S. Sen. Jerry Moran will help build a $28 million facility at K-State Salina and kick off a $5.5 million partnership with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
Read full announcement | Submitted by Rafael Garcia | March 27, 2024
Technology Development Institute partners with agronomy department on ammonia study
K-State's Technology Development Institute and agronomy department have collaborated to manufacture sampling devices that maximize farmers' profitability by minimizing nitrogen losses.
Read full announcement | Submitted by Bret Lanz | March 27, 2024
Events
Faculty and Professional Staff Retiree Ceremony April 24
Faculty Senate invites you to attend the annual Faculty and Professional Staff Retiree Ceremony at 4 p.m. Wednesday, April 24, at the K-State Alumni Center.
Read full announcement | Submitted by Candace LaBerge | March 27, 2024
Reminder: Join Cup of Joe with Dean Joe today
K-State Libraries invites you to meet and chat with Joe Mocnik, dean of K-State Libraries, today from 11 a.m. to noon on the first floor of Hale Library. Free coffee and cookies will be available while supplies last.
Read full announcement | Submitted by Cailin Wycoff | March 27, 2024
International Week starts April 7
Get ready to celebrate as the International Coordinating Council presents International Week from April 7-14 with cultural events happening each day.
Read full announcement | Submitted by Endy Kailer | March 27, 2024
Teaching and Learning Center Professional Development Series: Teaching Chat today
The Teaching and Learning Center will host a Teaching Chat at noon today via Zoom as part of its Professional Development Series.
Read full announcement | Submitted by Ashley A. Schiffer | March 27, 2024
APDesign hosts Ekdahl Lecture Series featuring renowned industrial designer Sushant Vohra
The College of Architecture, Planning & Design announces the Ekdahl Lecture Series event featuring distinguished industrial designer Sushant Vohra at 4:30 p.m. today, March 27, in the Regnier Forum.
Read full announcement | Submitted by Thom Jackson | March 27, 2024
Meet the Author series: Beth Bailey
The history department's Institute for Military History will host Beth Bailey to discuss her award-winning book "An Army Afire: How the U.S. Army Confronted Its Racial Crisis in the Vietnam Era."
Read full announcement | Submitted by Marjorie Galelli | March 27, 2024
Alpha of Clovia hosting pizza fundraiser
Alpha of Clovia is selling $12 take-and-bake pizzas to raise money for the organization ICT SOS, a nonprofit based in Wichita that supports women and children coming out of domestic violence and sex trafficking. Order your pizza today.
Read full announcement | Submitted by Katrina Turner | March 27, 2024
Freddy's Nite for Pi Kappa Lambda
The Delta Lambda chapter of Pi Kappa Lambda at K-State awards outstanding students at the annual Honors Recital in April. Help raise funds for these awards by planning on dinner at Freddy's on Wednesday, April 3.
Read full announcement | Submitted by the School of Music, Theatre, and Dance | March 27, 2024
Human resources, benefits and training
Sign up for retirement planning consultation meetings
Making decisions about your money can feel difficult, especially when it comes to retirement. A TIAA financial consultant will be at the K-State Student Union on April 9, 10 and 11.
Read full announcement | Submitted by Carolyn Jenlink | March 27, 2024
Kudos, publications and presentations
Blue Key selects K-State students for 2024-2025 scholarships
The Kansas State University chapter of Blue Key Senior Honorary has awarded scholarships to 27 students for the 2024-2025 academic year.
Read full announcement | Submitted by Sarah Kalman | March 27, 2024
Kansas State University alumni selected as 2024 Alumni Fellows
Alumni Fellows return to discuss current business and industry trends and to meet with students and faculty. The program is sponsored by the K-State Alumni Association, the Office of the President and the Deans' Council.
Read full announcement | Submitted by Tim Schrag | March 27, 2024
Newsletters, magazines and blogs
March Lifelines veterinary newsletter is now online
The new issue of Lifelines features activities and images from the College of Veterinary Medicine, including features about Phi Zeta Research Day; 3-D-printed models to simulate eye exams for different species; a new rural scholarship program and more.
Read full announcement | Submitted by Joe Montgomery | March 27, 2024
Getting connected: Three ways to find community and support when you're in college
Whether you're completing your undergraduate degree, working on a certificate or diving into a master's degree, balancing college with work and family commitments can be overwhelming for anyone. Here are three ways you can find community along the way.
Read full announcement | Submitted by Beth Jones | March 27, 2024
University life
Support Cats' Cupboard while grocery shopping
Cats' Cupboard: The K-State Food Pantry is now enrolled in the Dillons Community Rewards Program.
Read full announcement | Submitted by Shawn Funk | March 27, 2024
Veterinary student clubs collaborate to celebrate Asian New Year traditions
The student chapters of the Association of Asian Veterinary Medical Professionals and Veterinarians as One Inclusive Community for Empowerment recently celebrated and educated others about Lunar New Year/New Year events.
Read full announcement | Submitted by Joe Montgomery | March 27, 2024