Kansas State University Olathe is moving forward and helping to achieve the university’s Next-Gen Strategic Plan. Yesterday, we launched our campus-level plan, which was developed alongside the university's planning process to ensure alignment. We were intentional about listening to input from more than 500 internal and external stakeholders and embedding engagement to ensure our plan’s foundation is solid.
Honey expert Laura Stan, Ph.D. is a visiting Fulbright scholar conducting research at K-State Olathe. Be sure to join us at K-State Olathe on Nov. 6 from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. for a special lecture with Stan. Registration is required, and the lecture will be both streamed and open for in-person attendance.
Brett Bachelor and Steven Brockschmidt join K-State Olathe as student success coaches. In these roles, Bachelor and Brockschmidt will focus on building relationships with learners to support them throughout their academic journeys. They will facilitate presentations to various prospective student audiences including industry partners, student groups and professional organizations.
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Animal health study abroad program launches next summer
K-State Olathe is offering a new study abroad program designed to provide students in animal health programs deeper insights into animal welfare throughout the U.K. Learners will join three Olathe faculty members on their journey as they learn about animal health abroad.
Personal Financial Planning Webinar, 6 p.m. on Nov. 8 — Ready to launch a rewarding career by providing guidance and financial planning? Learn more about your options at K-State Olathe when you join our free webinar. | Register now
Spring Scholarships, Dec. 1 — Be sure to apply for scholarships for the spring semester before the application deadline. Scholarship recipients will be notified by Jan. 1, 2024. | Apply now
Community
Global Entrepreneurship Week Kansas City Pre-Party, 11:30 a.m. on Nov. 2 — Don’t miss your chance to hear from U.S. Representative Sharice Davids at the Global Entrepreneurship Week Kansas City Pre-Party. | Register now
Kansas City One Health Day, 3 p.m. on Nov. 8 — Join us to discover the complex demographic, environmental and social factors determining how malaria, dengue fever, West Nile Virus and Lyme disease are distributed and their challenges for outbreak prevention and management. | Register now
K-State Alumni Social, 7 p.m. on Nov. 15 — Join fellow Kansas City area Wildcats for a welcome back to K‑State social for new Alumni Association President and CEO Dr. Adam Walker '04, '09. | Register now
Professional Development
Artificial Intelligence in Animal Health: What is it and What Does the Future Hold? 1 p.m. on Nov. 2 - | This half-day event is for animal health professionals who want to improve their understanding of the role artificial intelligence is playing in animal health product innovations and how it will contribute to new innovations in the future. | Register now
sUAS Commercial Remote Pilot and Basic Multirotor Flight Training, Nov. 13-17 — Become a professional UAS pilot with this introductory course. Over three days in the classroom, attendees will become prepared to take the FAA Uncrewed Aircraft general knowledge exam. Passing the FAA knowledge exam allows the individual to apply for a Remote Pilot Certificate. | Register now
Midwest Commercial Vehicle Safety Summit, Nov. 29-30 Kansas State University's Department of Civil Engineering is hosting the Midwest Commercial Vehicle Safety Summit this fall from Nov. 29-30 in downtown Kansas City, Missouri. | Register now
We loved spending time with the Agricultural Business Council of Kansas City this week! Bonnie Rush, D.V.M., and Ernie Minton, Ph.D., presented the latest information on key opportunities and strategic initiatives in their respective College. There was plenty of time for networking while we enjoyed lunch together. Of course, Ben Wolfe, Ph.D., took time to make sure everyone showed their Wildcat pride!
K-State Olathe welcomed the Vice President for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging at Kansas State University, Rana Johnson, Ph.D, for an evening of learning. Michael A. Gonzales also joined us to talk about equity and inclusion.
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