Friday, May 17, 2024
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From the administration
Academic Innovation Fund awards announced
The Office of the Provost has announced eight inaugural Academic Innovation Fund awards for new programs or microcredentials as part of the Next-Gen K-State strategic plan.
Read full announcement | Submitted by Office of the Provost and Executive Vice President | May 17, 2024
News and research
Generous gift advances music master class series and extension programs at K-State
Two gifts from Jerry Hall of Indianapolis are helping K-State expand extension opportunities and develop a series of master classes with internationally acclaimed artists.
Read full announcement | Submitted by Alison Rogers | May 17, 2024
Center for Hazardous Substance Research to receive $4M EPA grant to assist tribal nations
K-State's Center for Hazardous Substance Research will receive a $4 million grant from the EPA to expand its Technical Assistance to Brownfields, or TAB, program to better assist tribal nations.
Read full announcement | Submitted by Rafael Garcia | May 17, 2024
Events
Entomology department, Popenoe Entomology Club partner with Flint Hills Discovery Center on pollinator education
The entomology department and Popenoe Entomology Club have partnered with the Flint Hills Discovery Center to educate guests on pollinators as part of the temporary exhibit, “Amazing Butterflies,” on display at the center May 18-Sept. 8.
Read full announcement | Submitted by Department of Entomology | May 17, 2024
Farewell reception for Melinda Cro June 5
The College of Arts and Sciences will host a farewell reception for Melinda Cro, associate dean for student success, engagement and undergraduate studies, from 3:30-5 p.m. Wednesday, June 5, in Room 227 of the K-State Student Union.
Read full announcement | Submitted by Marcia Locke | May 17, 2024
Associate registrar for student services candidate virtual open forum today
Liz McLain, candidate for the associate registrar for student services position, will present at a virtual open forum from 10:45-11:30 a.m. today, Friday, May 17.
Read full announcement | Submitted by Marisa Stahl | May 17, 2024
'Party Mix' exhibition by visiting artist Cori Crumrine
The art department presents "Party Mix," an exhibition by Cori Crumrine, from May 20-24 in the Mark A. Chapman Gallery on the first floor of Willard Hall. Gallery hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Read full announcement | Submitted by Jessica Buckman | May 17, 2024
Personnel changes
Mike Apley named interim head of anatomy and physiology
The College of Veterinary Medicine has appointed Mike Apley to serve as interim head of its department of anatomy and physiology.
Read full announcement | Submitted by Joe Montgomery | May 17, 2024
Kudos, publications and presentations
Kirkham and Prasad named top 1% of highly cited researchers
Kansas State University distinguished professors Mary Beth Kirkham and P.V Vara Prasad are among the top 1% of highly cited researchers for 2023 by Clarivate. This prestigious list includes 7,125 of the world's most influential researchers.
Students earn awards for excellence in research, use of K-State Libraries resources
Excellence in research has earned several Kansas State University students recognition through the 11th annual Kirmser Undergraduate Research Awards from K-State Libraries.
Read full announcement | Submitted by Cailin Wycoff | May 17, 2024
Pathway to nursing programs sends inaugural cohort across graduation stage
The K-State and Wichita State Pathway to Nursing Program sent the inaugural cohort of graduates across the stage on May 11.
Read full announcement | Submitted by College of Health and Human Sciences | May 17, 2024
Technology
PaperCut maintenance scheduled for May 23
PaperCut maintenance is scheduled from 8 a.m. to noon Thursday, May 23. During this time, PaperCut-supported printing will be unavailable on all campuses.
Read full announcement | Submitted by Division of Information Technology | May 17, 2024
University life
Summer parking on Manhattan campus
Parking permits are required on the Manhattan campus throughout the summer. Permit holders can park in J, O, R, T, W and Z lots.
Read full announcement | Submitted by Division of Facilities | May 17, 2024