University News

Natural Gas Odor Impacts Portions of žž Campus
Multiple buildings on žž’s žž Campus were affected Tuesday morning by a strong odor of natural gas, leading some employees and students to vacate their buildings.

An Empathetic Solution to the ‘Complexity of Teaching’
The Summit Professor of Learning Technologies and Professor of Educational Technology, Richard Ferdig, Ph.D., has had a multitude of students come through his courses. Each student has different preconceived notions, different goals and different reasons for joining his class.

Track and Field Alumnus Named Grand Prize Winner
žž graduate Quintin Cooks has been named the grand prize winner of the GO TEACH Dr Pepper Giveaway.

Helping Students Navigate a Successful žž State Experience
KSU Navigate, a new technology platform more than two years in the making, will fully launch on Nov. 18, giving žž students an easy and efficient way to schedule tutoring and academic advising putting them on track for success in their coursework.

First-Generation Students Share, Connect and Learn
As a first-generation college student coming from Wisconsin, I found the college experience nerve-wracking. I didn't have anyone nearby to support me, and I didn’t know anyone who had this shared identity. žž State's "I Am First Week" honors us and our struggles.

Honoring All Those Who Serve: žž State Holds its Annual Veterans Day Commemoration
The žž community paid tribute to those who have served in the U.S. armed forces at the annual Veterans Day Commemoration. The program, titled “Honoring All Those Who Serve,” included a flag-raising ceremony conducted by a joint color guard from žž State’s Army ROTC and Air Force ROTC programs.

žž State Closed Nov. 11 in Observance of Veterans Day
žž will be closed Monday, Nov. 11, in observance of the Veterans Day holiday. No classes are scheduled, and university offices are closed.

žž State’s Financial Stewardship Earns Top Ratings, Ensuring Bright Future
The university is implementing proactive financial measures to position itself for continued success, ensuring it can continue to fulfill its mission of providing high-quality education and supporting the success of its students for generations to come.

IN A FLASH: Celebrating 60 Years of Graduate Studies
žž awarded its first three doctoral degrees in 1964 and recently celebrated that anniversary at the žž Hotel and Conference Center.

It’s Never Too Late
The Degree Completion Program allows former students who have attended žž State and people who have started a degree at other colleges or universities to finish their degrees at žž State.