Academic Achievement Center
101 Holton Hall
785-532-6492
www.k-state.edu/aac
The Academic Achievement Center seeks to empower students through useful resources, motivate through positive encouragement, and inspire hard work and dedication. AAC’s services are open to all Kansas State University students and are met with understanding, encouragement, and the resources to generate success now and in the future.
Academic Coaching
Free Academic Coaching provides one-on-one support to empower students. Academic Coaches help students work through academic and social transitions, goal-setting, and progress at K-State. Students benefit from the individualized approach that includes building community, engaging coursework, and developing skills to be successful at K-State and beyond.
Tutoring Center at Holtz Hall
The AAC provides free tutoring to all enrolled students in a variety of classes at three convenient locations. The Holtz Hall Tutoring Center assists with course content and learning strategies, including weekly scheduled sessions that meet in a small group with a peer tutor and online tutoring for distance learners. Additionally, walk-in-tutoring is available in a select number of subjects and is offered during the daytime and evening hours.
Supplemental Instruction
Supplemental Instruction consists of weekly, peer-facilitated study sessions that complement students’ learning in a specific, large lecture course. Through collaboration with peers in the course and an SI leader, students work to compare notes, discuss challenging concepts, share study and test-taking strategies, and demonstrate learning.
For further information about the services offered by the Academic Achievement Center, please visit www.k-state.edu/aac or Holton 101.
Kansas State Testing Center
102 Unger Complex
785-532-2957
testing@k-state.edu
www.k-state.edu/testing
Credit for Prior Learning
Kansas State University offers academic credit for prior learning through the successful completion of exams accepted under the Credit for Prior Learning Program. The Kansas State Testing Center, a part of the Academic Achievement Center, is the campus service agency for the College-Level Examination Program (CLEP) and the DANTES Subject Standardized Tests (DSST) exam program. The Center will also provide consultation and conduct utility studies for academic departments interested in implementing credit for prior learning. Information and registration for the CLEP and DSST programs are available from the Kansas State Testing Center.
Entrance and Professional Examinations
The Kansas State Testing Center administers the following examinations, which are often required to enter selected undergraduate, graduate, or professional programs. Contact the Kansas State Testing Center to obtain further information concerning these and other examinations.
American College Test (ACT)
Engineering and Land Surveying Examination Services (ELSES) Fundamentals of Engineering
Graduate Record Examination (subject exams only)
Miller Analogies Test (MAT)
Pharmacy College Admission Testing (PCAT)
Praxis Series Assessment
Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT)
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)
Certification and Licensure
The Kansas State Testing Center administers a number of certification and licensure examinations for students seeking careers in business, finance, health care and health administration, information science and technology, personal fitness, and teaching. Contact our office to obtain further information concerning these and other licensure examinations
Proctoring Services
The Kansas State Testing Center provides proctoring services. Fees may apply.
Career Center
Kerri Day Keller, Director
148 Berney Family Welcome Center
705 N. Martin Luther King Jr Drive
785-532-6506
Fax: 785-532-3696
E-mail: careercenter@k-state.edu
www.k-state.edu/careercenter/
The Career Center facilitates the career readiness all students throughout the K-State community. The Career Center offers an extensive career library, free assessments for exploring major/careers, job search training, career advising, employer connections, and a staff dedicated to assisting students in the career development process. Gain an advantage by attending K-State career fairs, interviewing on-campus with employers or enrolling in our credit-based courses for major/career decision-making and internship experiences.
Stop by the Career Center to:
- Schedule an appointment for personalized major exploration or job search assistance.
- Take a free career assessment to explore interests and to help decide on a major.
- Shop our Career Closet and prepare for interviews.
- Research employers, K-State curriculum guides, or graduate school information.
- Drop in to get a resume critique or ask a quick question.
- Find job listings online (part-time, internship/co-op, and full-time).
Additional resources include employment profiles, salary information, career reference books, K-State curriculum guides, graduate school information, and career planning workshops.
Your Handshake account is a free service for students to search employment and internship opportunities, make their resume visible to employers, sign up for on-campus interviews and find employer contact information to enhance their professional network.
Alcohol and Other Drug Education Service
Jessica Blasi, LMFT, LMAC
Lafene Health Center
785-532-6544
Fax: 855-618-0188
E-mail: jblasi2@k-state.edu
Web page: https://www.k-state.edu/lafene/services/alcohol-education/
The Alcohol and Other Drug Education Service offers timely and accurate information on the physical effects and social issues related to alcohol and other drug use and abuse. Campus services provided include individual counseling regarding alcohol and other drug issues; alcohol/drug information; basic assessment and intervention assistance; educational presentations; professional referral resources; and a variety of special alcohol/drug related programs and services for individuals, small groups and organizations.
Center for Advocacy, Response, and Education (CARE)
206 Holton Hall
785-532-6444
Fax: 785-532-6457
E-mail: ksucare@k-state.edu
www.k-state.edu/care
The Center for Advocacy, Response and Education (CARE) is a safe space for any member of the K-State community who has been affected by dating, domestic, and sexual violence, stalking or harassment to receive confidential services. CARE collaborates across identities and sheds light on the realities of psychological emotional, financial, physical and sexual forms of violence. CARE challenges the campus community to join us in advocating for positive social change while addressing the influences and social patterns that lead to interpersonal violence and other forms of oppression.
Cooperative Houses
Smurthwaite Leadership/Scholarship House
1500 North Manhattan Avenue
Manhattan, KS 66502-4695
785-532-6453
E-mail: housing@k-state.edu
www.housing.k-state.edu
The Smurthwaite Leadership/Scholarship House is a unique cooperative living option for women interested in a focused leadership experience. Smurthwaite is located on the east side of campus and houses approximately 46 women. This vibrant community emphasizes academics, leadership, campus involvement and community service – the four pillars of Smurthwaite.
Smurthwaite residents pay a lower rate for room and board while assisting with the day-to-day operation of the house, such as front desk phone duty. Residents are required to maintain a 3.0 cumulative GPA, be involved in on-campus clubs, participate in philanthropy and volunteer activities, and attend Smurthwaite-sponsored programs and house meetings.
Those who wish to live in Smurthwaite complete the Residence Hall Contract. On the contract the student can indicate their interest in living in Smurthwaite and also complete the Smurthwaite Interest form available in the contract confirmation email. Students invited to live in Smurthwaite will complete a contract addendum prior to move in.
Counseling Services
1105 Sunset, Rm. 101
Phone: 785-532-6927
Fax: 785-532-3932
E-mail: counsel@k-state.edu
www.k-state.edu/counseling and www.universitylifecafe.k-state.edu/
OFFICE HOURS: When school is in session - Monday-Friday 8 am-5 pm. During school breaks–including summer - Monday-Friday, 8 am-12 pm and 1 pm-5 pm.
WHAT WE DO: Kansas State University Counseling Services, in support of the overall mission of the University, provides the highest standard of professional services to help students reach their full potential–personally, academically, and socially. We see students with a wide range of problems from normal adjustment concerns to more serious emotional/mental health issues. Our range of services aim to alleviate concerns, facilitate problem solving, promote well-being, and enhance success. When students’ needs are beyond the scope of our services, we will help with referral options.
At Counseling Services we value our multicultural campus community and, thus we provide culturally sensitive and relevant services. Welcoming diversity in culture, in sexual orientation, religion, and other factors of difference. Our agency is a supporter of the SAFE ZONE Program on campus.
While appropriately protecting confidentiality, we work collaboratively with other entities, both on and off campus, to foster a safe and healthy environment. During times when a critical event occurs, we are ready to offer timely response to campus through consultation, outreach, and follow-up to lessen trauma and promote resolution. In addition, we offer: a variety of free programs online to enhance personal growth and skill development; in-person presentations, such as the Kat Chats series; topics may include stress management, body image, navigating finals, and relationship enhancement; workshops on various topics; and we also teach a Career Life Planning course for academic credit.
OUR STANDARDS: The Counseling Services staff, and the APA-accredited internship training program in psychology, adheres to the ethical code of the American Psychological Association and licensing/legal standards for our professions.
Confidentiality means that your contact with this office does not go on your academic record and that clinical materials will not be disclosed to any other office or individual unless you have signed a written release for this to occur or there is a legal mandate to do so. It is important to note that our staff members are exempt from Title IX and therefore they do not report crimes that include sexual violence (including rape, sexual assault, and sexual harassment) to university officials.
FEES: Counseling Services is funded in part by the student privilege fee. Students receive some initial individual sessions without charge per year. A nominal fee is charged for additional services. See our website for details.
Diversity & Multicultural Student Affairs
Adrian Rodriguez, Associate Vice President for Student Life for Diversity & Multicultural Student Affairs
785-532-6237
E-mail: adrianr@ksu.edu
www.k-state.edu/diversity
Diversity & Multicultural Student Affairs (DMSA) provides leadership in building an inclusive campus community through multicultural programs and services, diversity and multicultural student life experiences for students, and intercultural learning for the entire K-State community. Diversity & Multicultural Student Affairs provides support and services through the DMSA Office on the 2nd floor of Anderson, the Vice President of Student Life suite on the first floor of Anderson Hall, the LGBT Resource Center in Holton Hall, the Multicultural Student Office in the Student Union, and at the new Morris Family Multicultural Student Center, east of the Kansas State Student Union.
Multicultural Programs and Services
Mirta Chavez, Senior Director
785-532-6276
E-mail: mirta@k-state.edu
www.k-state.edu/diversity/programs
Multicultural Programs and Services leads Project IMPACT – a suite of interdisciplinary recruitment, retention, and career placement pipeline programs through Leadership Conferences, College-for-a-Day Institutes, Urban Gardening, MAPS six-week summer bridge program, KOMPASS three-day orientation program, Career development, Corporate Industry tours and Leadership lessons. These programs provide holistic well-being components through Encuentro and BSU Leadership conferences while College-for-a-Day provides prospective students the tools and information to help navigate the university admissions process and connects them with critical on-campus faculty/staff/administrative resource personnel. Urban gardening provides life lessons through gardening – teaches students how to be self-sustainable in urban areas and areas with food desserts, provides Health/Wellness/Nutrition educational lessons, teaches the positive effects of exercise and how these healthy foods provide fuel for energy, and provides intercultural learning in developing and learning about identities and roles in everyday college life experiences, and finally, the benefits of being true to yourself.
Multicultural Programs and Services provides additional counseling, academic support services, college level mentorship as well as $200,000 scholarship funds for multicultural, first-generation, and students in financial need.
Diversity & Multicultural Student Life
Trumanue Lindsey Jr, Director
785-532-6284
E-mail: tlindse@ksu.edu
http://www.k-state.edu/diversity/life
Diversity & Multicultural Student Life (DMSL) enriches the K-State student experience by promoting a holistic approach to student success and development. We strive to affirm the diverse identities of students through:
- Supporting historically marginalized and underrepresented students and their organizations such as:
- Asian American Student Union (AASU), African Students Union (ASU), Black Student Union (BSU), Hispanic American Leadership Organization (HALO), Native American Student Body (NASB), United Black Voices (UBV) and other cultural & academic interest organizations
- Providing culturally relevant student programming that promotes and celebrates multiculturalism
- Offering opportunities for intercultural student learning & engagement
- Fostering an environment where ALL students have a sense of belonging
Morris Family Multicultural Student Center
Trumanue Lindsey Jr, Director
785-532-6284
E-mail: tlindse@ksu.edu
www.k-state.edu/diversity/life
The Morris Family Multicultural Student Center (MFMSC) is a space dedicated to developing a welcoming, supportive and inclusive campus culture across the boundaries of culture, identity, and discipline. Celebrating unity in diversity, the MFMSC serves as the home to our multicultural student organizations while fostering opportunities to develop and build community for all Kansas State University students, faculty, staff, administrators, alumni, and members of the Manhattan community. Through culturally responsive departmental and student led activities and programs, individuals from varying backgrounds and identities, have the opportunity to engage in meaningful cross cultural interactions, dialogue and experiences that will broaden their perspectives and contribute to the overall K-State learning experience.
Intercultural Learning and Academic Success
Dr. Debra Bolton, Director
224 Anderson Hall
785-532-6536
E-mail: dbolton@ksu.edu
Intercultural Learning and Academic Success promotes equitable representation of under-represented and historically excluded student populations in higher education by providing workshops, publications and events with other training opportunities that advance inclusive policies and best practices that address the academic, social, and emotional needs of students. Introduces students, faculty, and staff to the varying ways humans form their identities including race, ethnicity, color, national origin, tribal citizenship, class, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, age, religion, spiritual beliefs, political beliefs, or status as a veteran. Intercultural learning and development occurs through assessments, coaching, classroom teaching, and publications.
LGBT Resource Center
Dr. Brandon Haddock, Coordinator
224 Anderson Hall
785-532-6536
E-mail: bhaddock@ksu.edu
The Center provides support, workshops, scholarships, events, and representation of the LGBTQ campus community to engage in multiple platforms to advance learning around intersectional identities through educational presentations, student supports, and committee representation. The Center provides support to students and their organizations, such as the Sexuality and Gender Alliance (SAGA), Gender Collective, and oSTEM at K-State.
K-State DREAMZone
Madaí Rivera, Assistant Director for Student Engagement
122 Anderson Hall
785-532-6237
E-mail: madai@k-state.edu
www.k-state.edu/diversity/dreamers
The K-State DREAMZone offers support to students with various immigration statuses: undocumented, DACA recipients, asylum-seekers, mixed-family immigration status and others who may seek additional resources to complete their educational goals. In addition, the DREAMZone offers private appointments, a website presence which includes numerous university resources – student financial assistance, counseling and health services. Resources and training are also available to faculty and staff.
Educational Supportive Services Manhattan and Student Support Services Salina
Kathleen Greene, PhD, Director
103 Holton Hall
785-532-5642
Fax: 785-532-6457
E-mail: ess@k-state.edu
www.k-state.edu/ess
Income limited students and first-generation college students are assisted in setting and attaining realistic educational goals and are provided information about graduate-level educational opportunities. Students admitted and enrolled at K-State are offered educational supportive services including study skills and academic enrichment program courses, academic pre-advising, individualized tutorial assistance, and a variety of referral services. Both programs are funded through a federal TRIO grant.
Graduate Student Council
Graduate Student Council (GSC) is the student organization representing graduate students from all academic disciplines at Kansas State University. Any organization with graduate student membership is invited to participate in the council and council activities are open to all graduate students.
GSC is a highly active student governing board for graduate students. GSC provides students with professional development, networking and leadership opportunities. GSC awards students travel grants to present their research and scholarly work at professional meetings and to attend conferences. Students participate in a variety of networking events sponsored by GSC and other graduate student organizations.
- The council meets on the first Monday of every month.
- The Graduate Student Council is funded mainly the Student Governing Association from the Graduate Student Activity Fee. Access the GSC constitution (PDF).
- You must register your organization each year to remain active with the Graduate Student Council.
Leadership Opportunities
There are various ways to get involved with Graduate Student Council. Every council member is encouraged to serve on a committee, including the Allocations Committee, GRA/GTA/GA Affairs Committee, International Affairs Committee, Research Forum Planning Committee, and Ice Cream Social Planning Committee. Members also publicize GSC events and help maintain the website. Council officers are elected during the spring semester. Officers include the president, president-elect, secretary, and treasurer. All graduate students are encouraged to participate in the council activities. Membership in the standing committees are open to all graduate students.
Professional Development
GSC strives to provide informational meetings, workshops and forums that enhance the professional development of graduate students. The council promotes interdisciplinary activities to enrich graduate students’ education beyond their own disciplines. The council also sends out information on various seminars held across campus every week to the Council members, to be shared with their graduate student groups.
If you have any questions, contact the GSC officers: egsc@k-state.edu.
Housing and Dining Services
Derek Jackson
Associate Vice President for Student Life
Director of Housing and Dining Services
104 Pittman Building
1531 Mid Campus Dr. North
1-888-568-5027 (toll free)
785-532-6453
Fax: 785-532-6855
E-mail: housing@k-state.edu
www.housing.k-state.edu
The university encourages all new K-State students to live in an organized group. As part of a residential community, students have a sense of belonging and an avenue for involvement, as well as many opportunities for interaction with other students and university staff. Furthermore, the opportunity to participate in organized social, athletic, and educational events contributes to overall academic success.
More than 5,000 students call our campus home. With ten residence halls, one leadership/scholarship house for women, a house for honors students and a large apartment community to choose from, Housing and Dining Services has something for everyone.
Residence Halls
K-State residence halls have a long-standing tradition of providing a living and learning environment that encourages personal growth and academic success. It is for this reason that residence hall living is recommended for a student’s first one or two years at K-State, and that many upper-division students decide to remain in the halls.
In this ideal transition from home to school, students benefit from direct access to helpful staff, dining service, tutoring programs, technical support, on-site laundry facilities, leadership opportunities and more. They’re close to classes, and living among fellow students provides many opportunities to develop lifelong friendships.
A student can submit a Housing Information Request form in mid-September. This form notifies Housing and Dining Services that this student would like to receive more information about the upcoming contract process. In early December the student will be able to complete the Residence Hall Contract and submit a contract payment which includes a $30 non-refundable processing fee and a $200 initial contract payment. The cost of the contract is determined annually, and following an initial payment, the remaining balance due will be billed to the student’s KSIS account.
Jardine Apartments
Jardine apartments provides on-campus apartment living for students who are upper division, graduate, nontraditional, married (with or without children) or single parents.
This unique apartment community offers a wide variety of floor plans to choose from. Different price points include options in modern, highly renovated, renovated and traditional apartments. Also in Jardine is the Hybrid Option, which allows students to rent space at Jardine by the bedroom. Activities help residents get involved and stay connected, and a trained professional staff, including a 24-hour maintenance crew, is available to assist residents. Residents have the benefit of an on-site sports grill, coffee shop, and laundry facilities.
Housing and Dining Services begins accepting applications for Jardine apartments in mid-September. The student will indicate on the application the preferred apartment types and whether roommate(s) or family members will also reside in the apartment and submit the $30 non-refundable processing fee.
Apartment selections for the fall semester typically begin the first week of March. Applicants will be notified by email prior to March when their specific apartment selection time will begin. Applicants are able to log in to the Resident Portal and view all of the currently available apartments and select the apartment of their choice.
To secure the apartment, the student must complete the Jardine Agreement and submit a $400 deposit payment.
Smurthwaite Leadership/Scholarship House
The Smurthwaite Leadership/Scholarship House is a unique cooperative living option for women interested in a focused leadership experience. Smurthwaite is located on the east side of campus and houses 46 women. This vibrant community emphasizes academics, leadership, campus involvement and community service — the four pillars of Smurthwaite.
Smurthwaite residents pay a lower rate for room and board while assisting with the day-to-day operation of the house, such as front desk phone duty. Residents are required to maintain a 3.0 cumulative GPA, be involved in on-campus clubs, participate in philanthropy and volunteer activities, and attend Smurthwaite-sponsored programs and house meetings.
Those who wish to live in Smurthwaite complete the Residence Hall Contract. On the contract the student can indicate their interest in living in Smurthwaite and also complete the Smurthwaite Interest form available in the contract confirmation email. Students invited to live in Smurthwaite will complete a contract addendum prior to move in.
Honors House
Honors House is a coeducational community for members of the University Honors Program. It houses 46 students in a residence hall just west of campus.
The house provides a focused living environment for students with a passion for learning. Amenities include wireless Internet, study space, free laundry and free printing. On-site parking is free, but limited.
Those who wish to live in the Honors House complete the Residence Hall Contract. On the contract the student can indicate their interest in living in the Honors House and complete the Honors House Interest form available in the contract confirmation email. Students must also apply and be accepted in the University Honors Program in order to be eligible to live in the Honors House.
Academic Initiatives
On-campus living environments offer individualized academic support to residents through trained staff, programming and faculty involvement. Computer stations, study spaces, workshops and more help improve academic skills and make the residence halls a great environment for learning and academic success.
Residential CAT Communities
Residential Connecting Across-Topics (CAT) Communities are a set of learning communities specifically created for first-year students. A group of 22 students with similar interest take classes, live, eat and study together in the residence halls. The communities offer mentoring from a professor and an advanced undergraduate Residential Learning Assistant who also lives with the students. This is a great way for students to make connections and quickly become an active part of life on campus.
Leadership and Involvement Opportunities
Hall Governing Boards, the Jardine Residents’ Council, and floor governments plan and implement intramural events; community service projects; educational, cultural and social programs and more. Judicial boards provide an opportunity for students to address one another regarding policy violations that impact the community. The Kansas State University Association of Residence Halls plans hall-related events and works closely with hall representatives to develop and implement policies that promote respect and acceptance among all residence hall students. The Little Apple Chapter of the National Residence Hall Honorary recognizes the top 1 percent of residents who have contributed outstanding service and leadership in the residence halls while demonstrating academic excellence.
International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS)
Sara Thurston, PhD, Director
International Student Center
785-532-6448
Fax: 785-532-6607
E-mail: isss@k-state.edu
www.k-state.edu/isss
The staff at International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) provide vital services for K-State’s around 2,500 international students, scholars, and their families. This includes advice on U.S. immigration regulations, support during their stay in the U.S., and cultural programs. The staff assists them with visa and passport issues, work authorization, entry and exit documentation, certification of status forms, housing, programming and personal concerns. ISSS also offers assistance to faculty and departments wanting to bring international scholars to the United States. Additionally, the staff serves the entire campus as a resource on international student and scholar issues. The office operates under the Office of International Programs and works with all facets of the University to implement and support both the goals of each student and scholar and the goals of the University in international education. Staff members provide leadership and support for a variety of programs that promote global awareness and understanding.
ISSS is housed in the International Student Center which is composed of three building that have been completely funded by private gifts to K-State. The Taiwan Wing houses most of the staff. The Korean Room houses the director’s office and office meeting space. The Center provides a comfortable relaxed atmosphere where people can meet or attend various programs. It includes a multipurpose meeting room, kitchen, reading lounge, and small classroom. Rental of the facilities is available.
Kirmser Language Center (KLC)
01 Eisenhower Hall
785-532-6762
Making learning enjoyable…if you are a faculty, or a student enrolled in a language course, come on in! You are invited to the Kirmser Language Center. We will provide you audio, video, and computer multimedia services for both undergraduate and graduate level courses within the Department of Modern Languages. The KLC currently serves about 1,250 students each semester, and offers a variety of resources. The Kirmser Language Center is the location for students to have their language skills tested prior to enrolling in most language courses.
K-State Student Union and Union Program Council (UPC)
Corey Williamson, Executive Director
K-State Student Union
Director’s Office, 2nd Floor
785-532-6591
Fax: 785-532-6565
E-mail: union@k-state.edu
union.k-state.edu
Union Mission Statement: The K-State Student Union
To serve all, especially students, with facilities that provide services, programs, leadership experiences and educational opportunities which foster a sense of well-being and belonging in an inclusive community.
Since 1956 the Union has served the university with a variety of social, recreational, educational and cultural activities. The Union and its diverse programs and services are supported by student fees and generated revenue. The Union is the exciting hub of campus life and provides a gathering place and a common ground for students, faculty, staff, alumni, university departments and the greater Manhattan area. All revenues generated at the Union assist in funding programs, opportunities and services for the campus community.
BOOK A SPACE
The Union can accommodate all meeting and catering needs with a large variety of meeting rooms, banquet facilities and state-of-the-art technology. Rooms are offered at a discount to students, faculty, staff and registered student organizations. The Union provides the highest quality of catering services, from a simple coffee break to extravagant receptions and dinners. Whether it’s for an executive retreat for 12 or an annual conference for 1000, the Union has a place for you.
FOOD AND FUN
Union restaurants offer a variety of food choices and seating locations. Complementary venues designed to appeal to students; faculty and staff alike were chosen to provide different experiences from grab-and-go options, quick service selections or casual dining with table service.
Through a partnership with K-State Housing and Dining Services, Union Station by JPs brings the campus and the Manhattan community together around a table filled with excellent food. A K-State original modeled after JP’s in the Jardine Complex, Union Station menu items are locally sourced when possible, including Weber Hall meats and homemade pretzel buns.
Fast Track is the quick service area for Union Station by JP’s. Fast Track offers a variety of classic American foods, including Weber Hall burgers, BBQ chicken and pork sandwiches, brats, hotdogs and wood-fired pizza.
- Radina’s Coffeehouse and Roastery
Simple, delicious food and handcrafted coffee are the foundations of Radina’s. Locally owned and operated, Radina’s is committed to quality items made by caring hands.
Qdoba restaurants serve up mouthwatering bites that are both chef-inspired and customizable, with fan favorites like burritos, 3-Cheese Queso, Loaded Tortilla Soup and Knockout Tacos.
Recognized for its original chicken sandwich and waffle fries, Chick-fil-A serves a full menu of fresh, handcrafted food.
Panda Express is best-known for its wide variety of original recipes including its Original Orange Chicken™, SweetFire Chicken Breast®, award-winning Honey Walnut Shrimp and Shanghai Angus Steak
Now located on the first floor, Subway is ready to serve you great tasting sandwiches and breakfast seven days a week. Subway is open longer hours and later than any other food venue in the Union.
- Call Hall Ice Cream at the Union
Bringing a beloved K-State tradition home to the Union, Call Hall uses high quality products from the university dairy farm; the shop showcases long-time favorite Purple Pride, customary flavors and seasonal selections.
The Cats’ Den Convenience Store is the best place to pick up a drink or a tasty snack between classes. ReFresh-ReThink-ReFuel at the Cats’ Den alternative snack area featuring gluten-free, vegan, organic, natural and energy/power options. We stock a variety of soft drinks, juices, energy drinks, snacks and sandwiches, as well as our freshly-popped popcorn.
Not in the building? The Union provides options around campus, with additional Radina’s Coffeehouse and Roastery locations in the Staley School of Leadership Studies, the Engineering Complex and the College of Business Administration building. Whatever your palette craves, your Union has the fix.
Wabash Cannon Bowl, the Union Bowling Center, located on the Union’s lower level, is the best place for relaxing on campus. Whether it’s something fun to do between classes or an evening with friends, the Wabash Cannon Bowl is the place to be. The center is equipped with 16 bowling lanes, 14 billiard tables, two air hockey tables, a video arcade, and two reservable party rooms. Student bowling leagues are always very popular and billiard leagues are also available. The recreation center is also available for group gatherings.
SHOPPING AND SERVICES
The official K-State Campus Store is located on the Union’s ground floor, is not only the most convenient place to get your textbooks, but also has a great selection of K-State merchandise and apparel. Textbook options ranging from new to used, rental to digital are designed for student savings. The official K-State booklist is available online at kstatecampusstore.com. Textbook information (including ISBN, Author, Title, Publisher and Copyright data) is available at courses.k-state.edu. When viewing a course, click on the textbook icon for textbook details. For more information, contact 785-532-6583.
Cat Tech, the Union computer store, is a full-line computer store and an Apple authorized educational reseller. Students can receive discounts on Apple computers, Microsoft and Adobe products, as well as other academic software. Cat Tech carries an extensive inventory and variety of computer supplies, including MacBooks, iPads, the complete line of Apple iPads, and a large selection of Apple accessories. Online shopping is offered 24/7 at kstatecampusstore.com. Stop by the location on the Union’s ground floor or give us a call at 785-532-7319.
All students, faculty and staff can get their official university ID card, the Wildcat Card, at the ID Center, located on the ground floor of the Union. Wildcat Cards can be used as a photo ID, access/entry card, library card and Cat Cash on-campus debit account. Cat Cash is ideal for anyone who carries a Wildcat ID and spends time on campus. The ID Center can assist with card replacements, Cat Cash deposits and Union gift card purchases. If you have any questions, contact 785-532-6399 or wildcatcard@k-state.edu.
GET INVOLVED
Union Program Council (UPC), K-State’s premier student-led event planning organization, provides entertainment to the K-State community and an opportunity for students to gain leadership skills. UPC sponsors over 180 programs each year. UPC’s student volunteers determine the films you see on weekends, select the comedians that make you laugh, choose the art exhibited in the William T. Kemper Art Gallery, decide which controversial issues speakers address, expose you to different cultures with their multicultural programming and organize a substance-free After Hours every Friday night during the semester.
All students are encouraged to get involved with UPC and its various committees. Students help create and plan the exciting events that are the talk of the campus. UPC volunteers receive valuable experiences that complement both their academic pursuits and future job skills. Students who want to get involved should contact UPC on the web, by phone 785-532-6571, or follow them on Instagram and Twitter.
The Union is also the home of many student offices: the Student Governing Association (SGA), the Center for Student Involvement (CSI), Fraternity and Sorority Life Office (FSL), Veterans Student Center, Union Program Council (UPC), Union Governing Board (UGB), Union Ambassadors, and the campus radio station, Wildcat 91.9.
Lafene Health Center
Jim Parker, Director
1105 Sunset Avenue
Manhattan, KS 66502-3761
785-532-6544
Fax: 785-532-6627
E-mail: lafene@k-state.edu
www.k-state.edu/lafene
The Lafene Health Center is a modern ambulatory health care facility designed to provide for most student outpatient health needs. The health center is fully accredited by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Healthcare. Students who have paid the health fee as a part of their “privilege fees” are eligible for care. Non-student spouses, university conference participants, and other campus visitors may receive care upon payment of a special fee.
Lafene Health Center provides, through a full complement of medical and other professional personnel, a range of services that include special clinics for sports-related injuries, women, and allergies and immunizations, as well as a clinic for general care. Also included are services in health education, nutrition, and physical therapy. The services of a pharmacy, laboratory, and x-ray are available at reduced rates.
The center is staffed by full-time physicians with medical support personnel. When necessary, the student is referred to specialists for treatment at the student’s expense.
After regular clinic hours, a student who is ill or injured may receive medical care at a local hospital, at the student’s expense. Home visits are not made. The local ambulance service is available, when needed, to transport patients to the appropriate health care facility.
Insurance
It is strongly recommended that all students at K-State carry medical insurance, either through the parents’ plan at home or through the university-sponsored student health insurance plan available at special rates. It is mandatory for International Students to carry medical insurance. This latter plan covers most services provided at Lafene Health Center and allowed claims for medical expenses if the student requires care away from the campus.
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Medical History
K-State encourages all students (new and transfer) to provide complete medical history, including a current immunization record. This history must be completed on the Kansas State University Lafene Health Center Medical History Form and is required prior to provision of non-emergency treatment at the health center. A physical examination is not required, but encouraged, and a copy of this examination assists the staff in evaluating illnesses. If a student has a continuing medical problem, a summary from the attending physician is helpful should treatment at the center be needed. Students requesting allergy injections must furnish instructions from their allergist before injections can be administered at the Health Center.
Tuberculosis Screening
International students from countries with a high incidence of tuberculosis and domestic students who have spent more than three months in such a country are required by state law to be tested for tuberculosis prior to enrolling at K-State. Testing may be done at Lafene Health Center or another healthcare provider. Proof of testing and the results are required if not done at Lafene Health Center.
Incoming Students Residing in University-owned Housing
State of Kansas Board of Regents requires all incoming students residing in university-owned housing to be vaccinated against meningitis or sign a document waiving the vaccination. The vaccine can be obtained at Lafene Health Center or the student’s private physician. Meningococcal Vaccine Documentation Forms may also be obtained at the Health Center or the university housing office.
McNair Scholars Program
Kathleen Greene, PhD, Director
101 Holton Hall
785-532-6137
E-mail: mcnair@k-state.edu
www.k-state.edu/mcnair
The McNair Scholars Program, named for the African American astronaut who died in the 1986 space shuttle explosion, encourages and prepares academically promising students to pursue doctoral degrees. McNair Scholars are from income-limited and first-generation college educated backgrounds or are from minority groups who are underrepresented in graduate study.
Staff will assist McNair Scholars in selecting an appropriate graduate school for their career goals, in preparing for the Graduate Record Examination, and in applying for graduate admittance and financial assistance. Each year McNair Scholars will be matched with a faculty mentor and will work on research projects for which they will receive a stipend. The McNair Scholars Program is funded through a federal TRIO grant.
New Student Services
Emily Lehning, Associate Vice President for Student Life and Director of New Student Services
Berney Family Welcome Center
705 N. 17th Street
785-532-6318
Fax: 785-532-3696
E-mail: nss@k-state.edu
www.k-state.edu/nss
New Student Services works with prospective and new students and their families. Admissions representatives meet with high school students during school visits, college fairs, and special events. Transfer staff visit Kansas community colleges and help transfer students successfully make the transition to K-State.
New Student Services coordinates campus visits, orientation and enrollment, Wildcat Warm-up, StrengthsQuestTM Initiative, Blue Key Honor Society, Welcome Center Ambassadors and the Presidential Lecture Series. The department collaborates with many campus programs and departments to provide services to prospective, new and current undergraduate students.
Non-Traditional & Veteran Student Services
K-State Veteran Center
2nd Floor Student Union
Room 217
785-395-8387
Non-Traditional Student Services
Office of Student Life
201 Holton Hall
785-532-6434
E-Mail: nontrad@k-state.edu
www.k-state.edu/nontrad/veteran/
Non-Traditional & Veteran Student Services assists undergraduate and graduate students who meet one or more of the following criteria:
- 25 years of age or older
- Married
- Parent
- Veteran
- Returning to school after an absence of 3 or more years
Non-Traditional & Veteran Student Services provides assistance and advocacy for students before, during, and after their admission to K-State. Staff members assist students in obtaining information and/or providing referrals in many areas, including: admission, scholarships, childcare, housing, tutoring, refresher and study skills courses, student health insurance, campus activities and community programs, non-traditional student networking opportunities, and many other student questions/concerns.
Off-Campus Housing
The Off-Campus Housing Office is located at the Office of Student Life, 201 Holton Hall, 785-532-6432. The coordinator of off-campus housing helps students resolve issues or answers questions regarding landlord problems or rental contracts. Student can also find information about rental units, with information on cost, size, restrictions, etc., and other housing options.
Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life
Jordan Kocher, Director
Brianna Hayes, Assistant Director
4 K-State Student Union
785-532-5546
Fax: 785-532-5341
E-mail: greek@k-state.edu
www.k-state.edu/greek
K-State is home to more than 3,500 fraternity and sorority members. The fraternity and sorority community consists of 40 many of who own and control their own residential facility. The average Panhellenic sorority size is 66, and the average IFC fraternity size is 60.
Panhellenic sororities select their members during Fall Formal Recruitment which happens the week prior to the start of the fall semester. Women who wish to participate in the Formal Recruitment process must register on the Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life website and pay a participation fee by no later than August 1.
Most new members live in a residence hall during their first year of membership, and may move into the sorority house their second year of membership. Additional opportunities to join may be available in the continuous open bidding process. More information can be found about this process on the website.
Interfraternity Council fraternities select new members through an informal, chapter-driven process. This process mainly occurs beginning in the spring and continuing through the summer. Most new members live in their fraternity house during the first year of membership if the chapter owns a property. Men may fill out an interest form on the website and find contact information for chapter recruitment chairs.
Complete information regarding fraternities and sororities including costs, how to register, recruitment dates and methods, the recruitment week schedule for sororities, and a list of K-State fraternity and sorority chapters can an also be found on the website.
Information about NPHC fraternities and sororities and other national organizations that select new members via the intake process can also be found on the website.
Office of Nationally Competitive Scholarships
Jim Hohenbary, Director
215 Fairchild Hall
785-532-3422
E-mail: jimlth@k-state.edu
www.k-state.edu/nationalscholarships
The Office of Nationally Competitive Scholarships assists K-State students as they compete for nationally competitive awards such as the Rhodes, Marshall, Truman, Goldwater, Udall, and Fulbright.
The office helps students identify awards that might suit their accomplishments and goals, advises students as they prepare their applications, and manages the campus selection process for scholarships and fellowships that require applicants to be nominated by their university.
A strong academic record and active résumé are essential for applications. Students interested in competing for major awards are encouraged to consult with the office as early as possible in their college career.
The office website provides a much larger listing of national and international scholarships and fellowships. Note that the office primarily advises students regarding major award competitions that are external to the university. Students seeking information about K-State scholarships should consult the Office of Student Financial Assistance and their academic departments.
Office of Student Life
Andy Thompson, Senior Associate Dean & Director of the Office of Student Life
Justin Frederick, Assistant Dean & Director of the Office of Student Life
Laurel Moody, Assistant Dean & Director of the Office of Student Life
201 Holton Hall
785-532-6432
Fax: 785-532-5307
E-mail: stulife@k-state.edu
www.k-state.edu/studentlife
The mission of the Office of Student Life is to enhance the K-State student experience and promote student success in the classroom and in life. Student Life helps when problems arise, working with students and with other campus services to find the most appropriate and effective solutions. The Office of Student Life also serves as one of the approved offices for students to receive excused absences through the approve policy. The Office of Student Life is also a resource for parents who may have concerns or questions. The Office of Student Life administers the judicial programs for non-academic misconduct and works closely with the student judicial system.
Powercat Financial
Jodi Kaus, Director
302 K-State Student Union, Third Floor
785-532-2889
E-mail: powercatfinancial@k-state.edu
www.k-state.edu/powercatfinancial
Powercat Financial assists students with financial decisions including budgeting, saving, student loan repayment, and understanding credit. The center is free to K-State students and uses a peer mentor program where students studying in a finance related curriculum provide one-on-one peer financial counseling and education to fellow students. In addition to individual confidential counseling, the center provides free workshops to campus groups and organizations about various financial topics. The goal of Powercat Financial is to improve the financial literacy and success of all K-State students. Visit the Powercat Financial website to schedule an appointment, to request a financial workshop presentation, or to learn more about financial issues.
Recreational Services
Steve Martini, Director
Chester E. Peters Recreation Complex
1831 Olympic Drive
785-532-6980
Fax: 785-532-4983
E-mail: recservices@k-state.edu
www.recservices.k-state.edu
Recreational Services oversees the programming and administration of intramurals, fitness/wellness programs, climbing wall, K-State challenge course, and free time use of the Peters Recreation Complex, outdoor recreation area and the K-State natatorium.
Chester E. Peters Recreation Complex
fully accessible and includes:
- 8 racquetball courts
- five performance zones
- two squash courts
- two wallyball courts
- three gyms that include:
- 13 basketball courts
- 15 volleyball courts
- 5 badminton courts
- 2 pickleball courts
- multi-activity court (MAC) gym provides for indoor soccer, in-line hockey, basketball, volleyball and tennis
- three weight rooms
- two cardio areas
- combatives room
- four group fitness and studios
- one multipurpose room
- private personal training studio
- 40-ft climbing wall and bouldering rock
- Quik Cats Cliffside snack/juice bar
- game lounge offering video game stations, pool tables, foosball and electronic darts
- two indoor tracks
- table tennis area
- locker rooms with saunas
- southside parking lot exclusively for students
- pickleball courts
Natatorium
located adjacent to the Ahearn Sports Complex and is fully accessible offering
- two 25-yard pools
- one diving pool
- sun deck
Outdoor Recreation Area
- lighted playfields for football, soccer, softball, ultimate
- four sand volleyball courts
- six tennis courts
- three basketball courts
- two 3-wall handball/racquetball courts
- running/walking trails
Outdoor Rental Center
offers equipment rentals to the K-State community during spring, summer and fall seasons
- camping equipment
- canoes, kayaks, and stand-up paddle boards
- tents and sleeping bags
- hammocks
Intramural Sports
scheduled competitive activities offering
- team, individual, and meet sports for students, faculty, and staff
- over 50 different intramural activities for men, women, and co-rec competition
Fitness Services
programming designed to promote health and wellness
- group fitness sessions offering a wide variety of formats such as cardio, yoga, and cycling
- personal trainers providing fitness assessments, and exercise program planning
- educational outreach presentations/workshops
Climbing/bouldering Area
providing a variety of ever changing climbing routes ranging from beginner to advanced
- 40-ft rock wall with 11 top ropes
- 12-ft freestanding boulder
K-State Challenge Course
team building, experiential activities available by reservation to K-State students and organizations, as well as the Manhattan community offering:
- low elements consisting of ropes, wires, poles and other wooden objects
- high elements using ropes and belay systems providing activities 30-40 feet in the air
Cooperative programs
- Wildcat Wellness Coalition: a cooperative wellness program with Recreational Services, Lafene Health Center, Center for Advocacy, Response and Education (CARE), LGBT, Housing and Dining, Academic Assistance Center, Human Capital Services, K-State Libraries, Powercat Financial, and Counseling Services offering classes, workshops, seminars, and activities designed to promote the eight dimensions of wellness: physical, environmental, occupational, social intellectual, emotional, spiritual, and financial wellness.
- Sports medicine: athletic trainers from Lafene Health Center provide on-site evaluation and treatment of sports-related injuries plus first aid.
Student Employment
positions for lifeguards, sports officials, building supervisors, group fitness leaders, personal trainers, facilitators, maintenance, and office assistants.
Additional information and a complete schedule of hours and events is available on the Recreational Services home page.
Student Access Center
Jason Maseberg-Tomlinson, Director
Holton Hall 202
785-532-6441
Fax: 785-532-6457
VP: 785-370-0431
E-mail: accesscenter@k-state.edu
www.k-state.edu/accesscenter/
Student Access Center appreciates disability as an integral part of the K-State experience. We are dedicated to providing equal educational opportunity and access to students by providing a broad range of services to meet the needs of students with disabilities.
Students may require accommodations in areas such as attention, autism, learning, mobility, medical, psychological, and sensory. Services provided may include adaptive technology, alternative text, note-taking, sign-language interpreters, residential life, and test-taking. Literacy software, called Read and Write Gold, is available to all students and includes features such as text-to-speech, scanning, and a read-aloud dictionary.
Through collaboration and support of the entire campus community, the Access Center promotes disability pride, program accessibility, and universal design principles so that everyone has full access to university life.
Center for Student Involvement
Kelli Farris, Director
Center for Student Involvement
K-State Student Union
785-532-6541
Fax: 785-532-7292
E-mail: studentinvolvement@ksu.edu
www.k-state.edu/csi
The Center for Student Involvement helps students identify campus activities and avenues of campus and community involvement. The office houses the Student Governing Association, student organization leadership development, OrgCentral, and K-State 360. The office also assists individuals and groups who wish to organize and register their organization on the K-State campus and maintains the OrgCentral website for student organizations and K-State.
Student Organizations
More than 500 organizations are available to students, faculty members, staff, and community members.
Any organization desiring to become a registered organization must register with the Center for Student Involvement. Registered groups have the opportunity to request funds from SGA, hold fund-raising activities on campus, and schedule rooms and tables in the K-State Student Union as well as most campus facilities. Registered student organizations may also post notices in university buildings and on campus bulletin boards.
Student Government
Heather Reed, Executive Branch Advisor
Kelli Farris, Legislative Branch Advisor
Andy Thompson, Judicial Branch Advisor
K-State Student Union
785-532-6541
Fax: 785-532-7292
E-mail: sga@ksu.edu
www.k-state.edu/sga
The purpose of the Student Governing Association is to help students voice concerns, suggestions, or grievances. Every student is a member of SGA and is represented by student senators from their college, and by the student body president and vice president. The student senators, student body president, and vice president are elected by the K-State student body.
SGA is divided into three branches: legislative, judicial, and executive. Student Senate makes up the legislative branch. It is composed of standing committees including allocations committees; diversity, equity, and inclusion; governmental relations; privilege fee; and senate operations.
The judicial branch is composed of the judicial council, student review board, student tribunal, parking citations appeals board, and the housing and dining services judicial boards.
The student body president, vice president, and cabinet make up the executive branch. The president has the responsibility to promote the general welfare of the students and acts as the official voice of the student body to the faculty, administration, and public.
Upward Bound Program
Upward Bound at K-State Polytechnic Campus
Upward Bound K-State Polytechnic Campus
2310 Centennial Road
785-826-2640
www.salina.k-state.edu/upwardbound
Upward Bound is a federally funded campus-based TRiO program designed to assist low income and underrepresented students with college potential who need additional academic preparation, advisement, and encouragement to succeed in high school and later, in college. The Upward Bound program participants are involved in the program from the time they are selected for participation until they graduate from high school. The program offers a six-week summer residential component and academic advising sessions during the academic year.
The mission of the Upward Bound program at K-State at Salina is to promote enrollment and persistence in post-secondary education for program participants and their families by providing academic, social and emotional support. The Salina Upward Bound program serves students from Ell-Saline, Clay Center, Lincoln, and Newton high schools.
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