Kansas suspends its use of the Johnson and Johnson vaccine — here’s what that...
Kansas' decision to suspend its use of the single-dose Johnson and Johnson vaccine over concerns of a rare blood-clotting disorder shouldn't impact vaccine clinics run through Lafene Health Center, director Jim Parker said.
International students shine during ICC Got Talent event
The show was held via zoom and showcased students from the Society for Promotion of Indian Classical Music and Culture Amongst Youth, Iranian Graduate Students Association, Sri Lankan Students Association, African Students Union and KSU Tatsumaki Yosakoi.
‘These are not one-time conversations’: AASU hosts author Belinda Lei, discusses AAPI hate crimes,...
Michelle Le, secretary for AASU and junior in civil engineering, said it is important for AASU to have these conversations as one of the larger APIDA organizations on campus.
Associate provost for institutional effectiveness announces retirement
Niehoff said he will miss K-State and the duties he held, as the university gave him more than he could ever dream of.
K-State, Fort Riley renew 12-year partnership
The central aim of this public-to-public partnership is to mutually support each institution's unique missions through collaboration and intellectual and cultural sharing.
Committee chooses Dr. Kimathi Choma as new student ombudsperson
Dr. Kimathi Choma, the new student ombudsperson, will help provide a safe space for students to talk and get resources for the help they need for issues of equity, harassment and discrimination.
Campus Police Activity: March 22 to April 4
Kansas State Police responded to multiple thefts and criminal damage to property over and under $1,500, one and two vehicle, non-injury accidents, driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol, minor in possession of alcohol/CMB and possession of marijuana.
Students struggle to keep up without spring break, feel burnt out
Students won't be getting their usual spring break this semester. In the fall, K-State administration made the decision to eliminate spring break in an effort to curb the potential spread of COVID-19 as a result of mass travel.
Student senators pass legislation as term comes to end
After several tearful goodbyes during the SGA banquet, student senate members got to work, passing almost a dozen pieces of legislation before concluding the term.
Myers holds virtual town hall to discuss campus safety, COVID-19 updates
At Thursday's town hall meeting, President Myers addressed the safety of Kansas State's campus, alongside Dr. Kyle Goerl's latest campus update of COVID-19 and the university's plans for the Natatorium facility.
Campus committee to design university-wide multicultural requirement
Amit Chakrabarti, dean of the College of Arts and Sciences, said the new requirement will likely look different for each college once it is introduced.
Wisdom Wednesday host discusses prioritizing peace, equality in her own life
“I do not want my work to be all that I am or all that I do, I don’t want to call this work-life balance because I know a lot of people say that and use these words,” Charlie Baird, professor of sociology and executive director of the Office for the Advancement of Women in Science and Engineering, said.
Students to receive COVID-19 relief funds starting Friday
These grants, totaling $5.8 million, are part of the federal Coronavirus response and relief supplemental appropriations act. K-State received about $6.3 million in all to go towards student financial relief.
On-campus vaccine clinics open to all students, staff — here’s what you need to know
Now, students, faculty and staff can book appointments for an on-campus clinic through the Lafene patient portal like they would for any other medical service.
Donations fall short of goal in K-State blood drive
One Red Cross donation can save up to three lives. Just this week, K-State students, faculty and staff saved approximately 858 lives.
‘No taxation without representation:’ SGA reduces minimum requirements to serve on student senate
In addition, student senate approved allocations of $2,500, $65,470 and $1,500 respectively to the National Organization of Minority Architecture Students, Sports Clubs Funds and Called to Greatness.
Diversity and inclusion officer to leave K-State, join UTA in May
Bryan Samuel, chief diversity and inclusion officer, will assume new duties as vice president for diversity, equity and inclusion at the University of Texas-Arlington in early May.
Campus Police Activity: Mar. 7 to Mar. 21
Kansas State Police responded to multiple thefts and criminal damage to property under $1,500, driving while license is suspended, revoked or canceled, driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol, possession of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia.
Student senate amends, passes bill decreasing Fine Arts privilege fee, passes resolution on inclusivity
This decision will lead to major cuts to departments like McCain Auditorium, Theater, Dance, Art and English.
Textbooks 2.0 focus of 2021 All In for K-State
Each year, All In for K-State has a fundable idea committee that gives applications to campus partners to decide the objective of their event. Last year's philanthropy was delayed because of the pandemic.