/today K-State Today is a daily email providing faculty and staff a single source of timely K-State announcements. en-us Wed, 20 Nov 2024 13:29:44 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss K-Publisher /today/announcement/?id=101116 President Linton outlines the university's commitment to academic innovation and its efforts to adapt education to the evolving needs of students and the workforce. president@k-state.edu (Richard Linton) Wed, 20 Nov 2024 13:29:44 +0000 From the president President Linton Next-Gen K-State monthly update /today/announcement/?id=101120 President Richard and First Lady Sally Linton would like to take a moment to celebrate the hard work and dedication of our K-State faculty and staff. To show their appreciation, all faculty and staff are invited to the annual holiday reception. president@k-state.edu (Office of the President) Wed, 20 Nov 2024 13:29:44 +0000 From the president /today/announcement/?id=101089 Chief Information Officer Thomas Bunton shares an update on the university's progress with the IT Transformation Initiative, which focuses on strategically evolving how we manage, support and organize our IT infrastructure and services. (Thomas Bunton) Wed, 20 Nov 2024 13:29:44 +0000 Updates from leadership /today/announcement/?id=101108 The Kansas Board of Regents will meet on the Manhattan campus today. vpcm@k-state.edu (Divison of Communications and Marketing) Wed, 20 Nov 2024 13:29:44 +0000 Updates from leadership /media/newsreleases/2024-11/greenhouse-gas-negative-agriculture A recently published national report with K-State professor Chuck Rice as a lead author outlines opportunities for greenhouse gas negative agriculture. melgares@k-state.edu (Pat Melgares) Wed, 20 Nov 2024 13:29:44 +0000 News and research /today/announcement/?id=101091 The Office of International Programs recognizes the College of Veterinary Medicine with the 2024 Outstanding Support for International Initiatives Award as part of International Education Week at K-State. grantchapman@k-state.edu (Grant Chapman) Wed, 20 Nov 2024 13:29:44 +0000 News and research /media/newsreleases/2024-11/Gatlin-Brothers-perform-holiday-concert-at-K-State.html Kansas State University's McCain Performance Series presents the Gatlin Brothers' "Country & Christmas" tour at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 6. media@k-state.edu (Division of Communications and Marketing) Wed, 20 Nov 2024 13:29:44 +0000 News and research /today/announcement/?id=101088 Marcos Mendez and Karan Bhatia from Counseling and Psychological Services will present "Mental Health Awareness and Stress Management" as part of the Teaching and Learning Center's Professional Development Series at noon today via Zoom. schiffer@k-state.edu (Ashley Schiffer) Wed, 20 Nov 2024 13:29:44 +0000 Training and professional development /today/announcement/?id=101090 Raghavendra Amachawadi, associate professor in the department of clinical sciences in the College of Veterinary Medicine, has been named the 2024 International Educator of the Year. grantchapman@k-state.edu (Grant Chapman) Wed, 20 Nov 2024 13:29:44 +0000 Kudos, publications and presentations Raghavendra Amachawadi named 2024 International Educator of the Year /media/newsreleases/2024-11/KState-APDesign-honors-alumni-for-achievements-in-the-field.html K-State's College of Architecture, Planning & Design has recognized five distinguished alumni with the 2024 10-Year APDesign Alumni Honoree designation. tjackson@k-state.edu (Thom Jackson) Wed, 20 Nov 2024 13:29:44 +0000 Kudos, publications and presentations /today/announcement/?id=101075 Voice students from the School of Music, Theatre, and Dance took part in the West Central Regional Auditions sponsored by the National Association of Teachers of Singing. pinkall@k-state.edu (the School of Music, Theatre, and Dance) Wed, 20 Nov 2024 13:29:44 +0000 Kudos, publications and presentations Voice students place at regional auditions /today/announcement/?id=98175 Student Support and Accountability reminds faculty about the expansion of the excused absence policy. This expansion adds two categories to the excused absence policy: specialist appointments and serious health concerns, including hospitalization. lmoody@k-state.edu (Laurel Moody) Wed, 20 Nov 2024 13:29:44 +0000 Policy/procedure updates https://blogs.k-state.edu/it-news/2024/11/18/thanksgiving-break-schedule-for-the-it-service-desk The IT Service Desk will have reduced hours during Thanksgiving break. doucette@k-state.edu (Division of Information Technology) Wed, 20 Nov 2024 13:29:44 +0000 Technology https://bit.ly/ScoopTracz Frank Tracz, professor of music and director of bands, joins Adam Walker to discuss the traditions of the K-State Marching Band and other aspects of Wildcat pride. tschrag@k-state.com (Tim Schrag) Wed, 20 Nov 2024 13:29:44 +0000 University life /today/announcement/?id=101078 Help shape the future of the Health-Promoting University initiative by completing a Qualtrics survey, attending an upcoming engagement session or joining one of several subcommittees. lbarragar@k-state.edu (Lindsey Barragar) Wed, 20 Nov 2024 13:29:44 +0000 University life Health-Promoting University: Your voice in our community’s well-being /careercenter/about/news/2024/seotynominations2025.html The Career Center is accepting nominations for the 2025 Kyle Pelton Student Employee of the Year Award. The annual award celebrates the initiative and achievement of student employees at K-State. egparkes@k-state.edu (Elizabeth Parkes) Wed, 20 Nov 2024 13:29:44 +0000 University life /today/announcement/?id=101097 The K-State Office for the Advancement of Women in Science and Engineering, or KAWSE, is accepting applications for ADVANCE Postdoctoral Researchers Travel Fund Award. sharrisn@k-state.edu (Keyla Harrison) Wed, 20 Nov 2024 13:29:44 +0000 University life KAWSE accepting applications for ADVANCE Postdoctoral Researcher Travel Fund Award /today/announcement/?id=101049 The Agricultural Leadership Program equips students with knowledge of the College of Agriculture and provides advocacy and leadership training. It is open to all K-State students. Registration is open. kacolgan@ksu.edu (Kate Colgan) Wed, 20 Nov 2024 13:29:44 +0000 University life