K-State News
K-State receives patent for noncontroversial source of stem cells
Kansas State University has been a issued a patent for a plentiful and noncontroversial source of stem cells from a substance in the umbilical cord.
Change advocate Libuse Binder to open 2010-2011 Lou Douglas Lecture Series
The author of a book on how young adults can change the world will be the first speaker in Kansas State University's 2010-1011 Lou Douglas Lecture Series on Public Issues.
Konza Prairie Biological Station hosts Visitors' Day Sept. 25
The public will get an up-close look at the tallgrass prairie ecosystem during the 17th biennial Konza Prairie Biological Station Visitors' Day from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 25.
K-State hosts Band Day for high school students from across the state
Almost 2,000 students from high schools around the state will join the Kansas State University Marching Band on the football field as part of K-State's annual Band Day Saturday, Sept. 11.
American Humanics names two K-Staters next generation nonprofit leaders
Two Kansas State University students interested in careers with nonprofit or philanthropic organizations have been selected as fall 2010 Next Generation Nonprofit Leaders by American Humanics.
Finalists named for College of Agriculture dean and director of K-State Research and Extension
Three finalists will be interviewed for the position of dean of Kansas State University's College of Agriculture and director of K-State Research and Extension.
Research project offers insight into superstitious behavior
People who believe that fate and chance control their lives are more likely to be superstitious -- but when faced with death they are likely to abandon superstition altogether, according to a recent Kansas State University undergraduate research project.
National Geographic donates to remodel seminar room in Waters Hall
A newly remodeled seminar room in Kansas State University's Waters Hall will be dedicated at 3:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 3.
Professor using snack cake diet to counter popular health beliefs
A monthlong diet of entirely snack cakes and fatty foods may sound like a fantasy, but for one Kansas State University professor it's serious business. In 30 days Mark Haub is attempting to prove some common beliefs about nutrition are untrue.
South Asian studies program grows with new partnership and courses
The new school year marks big steps in Kansas State University's efforts to revitalize its South Asian studies program and increase its international presence.
National aviation organization accredits K-State Salina's avionics program
Kansas State University's avionics program has been accredited by the National Center for Aerospace and Transportation Technologies.
Recent geography graduate finds job mapping oil spill
Matthew Hosey says he's had lots of jobs, but none has been as stressful or chaotic as his last one: helping keep tabs on the massive Gulf oil spill.
Federal grant keeps college success programs for first-generation, low-income students in place
Key services that help low-income and first-generation college students at Kansas State University are receiving continued federal funding.
Dorothy L. Thompson Lecture Series opens with discussion on judicial diversity
A distinguished group of Kansas judges will open Kansas State University's 2010-2011 Dorothy L. Thompson Civil Rights Lecture Series and be part of the university's observance of Constitution Day.
Research shows that selamectin is safe for rabbits and higher doses are needed to effectively treat fleas
Selamectin, a widely used product that kills parasites in dogs and cats, is an effective treatment for fleas in pet rabbits, according to a Kansas State University research team.
Architectural engineering team takes first place in international design competition
A team of Kansas State University architectural engineering students won first place in the 2010 Student Design Competition sponsored by the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers.
Wildcat wins Emmy
A Wildcat has won an Emmy Award. Eric Stonestreet, a 1996 K-State alum, received the Emmy for outstanding supporting actor in a comedy at the Emmy Awards ceremony Aug. 29.
Free educational earthworm collection kits still available to Kansas teachers
This school year a slew of earthworms will take a journey from moist soil into the young hands of Kansas students, and finally to Kansas State University research labs.
Emmy Awards ceremony features K-State nominee
K-Staters have a Wildcat to root for at the Emmy Awards, Sunday, Aug. 29. Eric Stonestreet, a 1996 K-State alum, is nominated for best supporting actor in a comedy for his role as Cameron Tucker in ABC's "Modern Family."
State's three research universities to upgrade shared data network with National Science Foundation grant
The National Science Foundation has awarded $1.176 million over two years to Kansas' three research universities to upgrade a shared data network.