K-State Today

Wednesday, February 12, 2025

K-State Today is a daily email providing faculty and staff a single source of timely K-State announcements.

Updates from leadership

Inaugural Roots of Research awardees announced

The Office of the President, Office of the Vice President for Research and Division of Facilities are pleased to announce the recipients of the 2024 Roots of Research Award.

Read full announcement | Submitted by Office of the President and Office of the Vice President for Research | February 12, 2025

K-State's agenda for the February Kansas Board of Regents meeting

The Kansas Board of Regents will meet virtually on Feb. 12 and will discuss several agenda items involving K-State.

Read full announcement | Submitted by Communications & Marketing | February 12, 2025

News and research

Feb. 12 operations and winter weather

Due to winter weather, all campuses are on limited operations today, Wednesday, Feb. 12, with essential personnel only. In-person classes and activities are canceled. Previously scheduled online classes will meet.

Read full announcement | Submitted by Division of Communications and Marketing | February 12, 2025

Brad Behnke named dean of the College of Health and Human Sciences

Brad Behnke has been appointed Betty L. Tointon Dean of the College of Health and Human Sciences at Kansas State University.

Read full announcement | Submitted by Office of the Provost | February 12, 2025

K-State research supports grazing education and conservation efforts for the Flint Hills

Phillip Lancaster, clinical assistant professor in the College of Veterinary Medicine, is working to protect grazing lands in the prairie through education and improved land-management practices.

Read full announcement | Submitted by Joe Montgomery | February 12, 2025

K-State psychology professor named fellow of Society for Personality and Social Psychology

Christopher Barlett has been elected a fellow in recognition of his groundbreaking and longstanding contributions to the field and the society.

Read full announcement | Submitted by Marcia Locke | February 12, 2025

K-State launches new online orientation platform

K-State announces the launch of a new online orientation platform designed to enhance the student experience for the Manhattan campus and online students.

Read full announcement | Submitted by Office of Enrollment Management | February 12, 2025

Carl R. Ice College of Engineering selects ambassadors for 2025

K-State's Carl R. Ice College of Engineering has selected 36 students for membership in the Engineering Ambassadors organization.

Read full announcement | Submitted by Grant Guggisberg | February 12, 2025

Shared governance

Reminder and topic update: Feb. 13 open forum with President Linton

Kansas State University Faculty Senate and the Office of the President invite you to the first spring 2025 open forum on Feb. 13, starting at 3:30 p.m. in the K-State Alumni Center. The topic has been shifted to discuss the federal government transition.

Read full announcement | Submitted by Susanne Renberg | February 12, 2025

Human resources and benefits

2024 Total Compensation Summary statements available in HRIS

The summary provides a complete view of K-State employee compensation packages, including both direct compensation and indirect compensation.

Read full announcement | Submitted by Human Resources | February 12, 2025

Training and professional development

Understanding Your Role as a K-State Supervisor offered virtually on Feb. 26 and 28

This K-State Supervisory Foundations Pillar I session is suitable for all academic, professional, and support staff with management or leadership roles across the University.

Read full announcement | Submitted by Human Resources - Talent and Organizational Development | February 12, 2025

Teaching and Learning Center’s Professional Development Series

James "JT" Laverty will present "Engaging Students as a Catalyst for Improving Courses: The K-State Learning Assistant Program" as part of the Teaching and Learning Center's Professional Development Series at noon today via Zoom.

Read full announcement | Submitted by Ashley Schiffer | February 12, 2025

Kudos, publications and presentations

Carol Sevin recognized as Professor of the Week

The Faculty Senate announces Carol Sevin, associate professor and science librarian in the K-State Libraries academic services department, was recognized as the Professor of the Week at the Feb. 11 men's home basketball game.

Read full announcement | Submitted by Susanne Renberg | February 12, 2025

Bimal Paul selected as associate editor for international journal

K-State geography professor Bimal Paul has been selected to serve as associate editor of GeoJournal, an international journal devoted to social sciences and humanities.

Read full announcement | Submitted by Marcellus Caldas | February 12, 2025

Technology

Free printing on the Manhattan campus

A limited amount of free printing is available for K-State students, faculty and staff on the Manhattan campus. K-Staters receive $10 of free printing during the spring and fall semesters and $5 during the summer semester.

Read full announcement | Submitted by Division of Information Technology | February 12, 2025

Stay safe this tax season

Cybercriminals ramp up attacks early in the year, often impersonating the IRS, H&R Block or TurboTax. Protect your data and keep your refund secure with these quick tips.