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Arts and Sciences Student Newsletter

Author: Tom Roesler

May & August ArtSci Graduates

Congratulations! It’s that time. Spring 2015 commencement for the College of Arts & Sciences is Saturday, May 16 at 8:30 a.m. at Bramlage Coliseum.

We strongly encourage all our graduating seniors to participate in the commencement ceremony, however, participating in the ceremony does not mean that you have graduated nor have earned your degree. In order to do that, you must first submit Continue reading “May & August ArtSci Graduates”

Apply to be an ArtSci Student Ambassador

2014_teamIf you’re proud of your college and are looking for ways to get involved, apply to be a Student Ambassador. Applications will be available online Feb. 10, so bookmark this page and check back then: http://artsci.k-state.edu/ambassadors.

The College of Arts & Sciences Student Ambassadors promote pride in and develop Continue reading “Apply to be an ArtSci Student Ambassador”

Discover K-State Study Abroad

SAlogo(150x150)The K-State Study Abroad Office invites you to discover your passion in Paraguay, your independence in Italy, or your audacity in Australia. Whether you’re looking for an unforgettable summer experience or a year-long adventure, studying abroad is a life-changing opportunity that can open doors and expand your horizons, your career, and your future!

Curious about studying abroad but not sure where to begin? You can start by Continue reading “Discover K-State Study Abroad”

Knowledge from your College – Smartphone Breaks Matter

smartphonesWant to be more productive and happier during the workday? Try taking a short break to text a friend, play “Angry Birds” or check Facebook on your smartphone, according to Kansas State University research.

In his latest research, Sooyeol Kim, doctoral student in psychological sciences in the College of Arts & Sciences, found Continue reading “Knowledge from your College – Smartphone Breaks Matter”

Welcome Back!

Kimathi_ChomaCollege of Arts & Sciences Students,

Happy New Year and welcome back. I hope you had a relaxing and refreshing holiday break and that you are reinvigorated to start a brand-new spring semester. I’ve always loved the spring: it is a great time of renewal and revitalization. This spring we all have an opportunity to dig in and start the semester off very well, both academically and socially. Some of the exciting things that are going on in diversity right at the beginning of the semester are the 2015 Martin Luther King Jr. Observance Events. Please find the poster of events at http://www.k-state.edu/diversity/2015mlkweekposter.pdf (Thank you; Office of Diversity and University partners).  I invite you to attend as many events Continue reading “Welcome Back!”

Upcoming Events

KS-LSAMP – Ag-Industry Career Fair VIP Tour
A small group experience aimed to provide you with the information necessary to become familiar with on-campus career fairs.
Registration deadline: January 23
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MLK Observance Week
Kansas State University will host several events for its annual Martin Luther King Jr. Observance Week, Jan. 26-30. The theme for this year’s celebration is “Growing a Soul for Social Justice.”
Event dates: January 26-30
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College of Arts & Sciences Teach-In
The College of Arts & Sciences invites you to join faculty members in meaningful dialogues about the pressing social issues of today and the legacy of activism at Kansas State University and beyond. Participants are free to come and go as schedules permit.
Event date: January 28
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Scholarships

Important dates & deadlines for a variety of scholarships:

Feb. 1 – Chapman Scholars Program

Feb. 15 – Phi Kappa Phi Study Abroad Grant

Feb. 20 – College of Arts & Sciences Summer 2015 Undergraduate Research Scholarship 

Feb. 26 – Fulbright Summer Institute in the UK

Mar. 1 – Cargill Global Scholars Program

Mar. 3 – Gilman International Scholarship (PDF) Deadlines & Timeline link

Mar. 15 – Phi Kappa Phi Graduate Fellowship

Mar. 30 – Rhodes Scholarship (contact Jim Hohenbary to obtain campus application at jimlth@ksu.edu)

Mar. 30 – Truman Scholarship (contact Jim Hohenbary to obtain campus application at jimlth@ksu.edu)