Kansas State University Olathe is taking the next step in providing a welcoming, accessible space for its students with the unveiling of its new student success center. The center was designed with one of K-State Olathe’s strategic imperatives in mind, which is to deliver an unmatched and impactful student experience as part of the university's Next-Gen Strategic Plan.
Eleni Pliakoni, Ph.D., named Remarkable Woman of Kansas City
Eleni Pliakoni, Ph.D., has been named Greater Kansas City’s 2024 Remarkable Woman by Fox4 KC. Each year, Fox4 KC goes on a search to find the most remarkable woman in the Kansas City region. The four finalists from the search included women who are making a difference in their local communities and in the region. With her combined passion for teaching and providing the world with healthy foods, Pliakoni was the winner of this year’s search.
New data analytics and insights graduate certificate launches
New this fall, the Data Analytics and Insights in Animal Health graduate certificate is designed to provide professionals with the skills and tools they need to approach consumer problems, navigate product challenges and develop new solutions in an interdisciplinary manner through the power of data.
Applied Biosciences Webinar, Noon on May 1 — Lead a research unit, lab, business or nonprofit with the skills and confidence necessary to succeed. Learn how this unique graduate degree fuses advanced training in animal health and food safety and security with leadership and managerial skills designed for industry. | Register
Animal Health Data Analytics and Insights Webinar, 12:30 p.m. on May 1 — Skill in data analytics is a critical need for the growing animal health industry. The 15-credit hour Data Analytics and Insights in Animal Health Graduate Certificate is based on industry input and exclusively tailored to the animal health industry. | Register
Urban Food Systems, Noon on June 17 — Use a deep knowledge of agriculture and food systems to positively influence communities by increasing the availability and quality of food. | Register
Professional Development
Advanced Pneumatic Conveying, April 23-25 — This course provides a brief overview and then dives into specifying, designing and sizing a pneumatic conveying system. It involves a combination of theory, calculations and practical hands-on application. | Register
The Statistician in R&D: A Vital Team Member, Not an Inconvenience, 11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. on April 24 — Statistics is a critical part of regulatory submissions and working with statisticians can be overwhelming for scientists and professionals. People who are adept at working with statisticians are more effective and successful. | Register
The Science of Communication: Setting Yourself Up for Success, 1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. on May 22 — Regardless your career path, communication is a vital piece of success in the animal health industry. In this seminar, industry experts will cover not only how you present yourself, but also as you represent your brand and the larger animal industry. | Register
We had an incredible time hearing from Representative Sharice Davids at Panasonic Energy of North America's Kansas Small Business Summit.
This month, we were honored to connect with so many incredible people at the 2nd Annual JR MANRRS (Minorities in Agriculture, Natural Resources and Related Sciences) and Black Student Union Summit.
Our student services team hosted a student appreciation night that offered our students and employees a chance to come enjoy an evening of food, games and networking. We also hosted tours of our new student success center.
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