Thursday, May 4, 2023 11:30 AM | Copyright & AI

On Thursday, May 4th from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Hale library is hosting an event on copyright, AI generation, and intellectual property. Do you know who owns the information outputted by an AI or even if you own the words you use in a prompt? This workshop, led by Libraries staff, will help decode the terms of intellectual property in generative AI and guide you on use strategies in our new AI age. You can find this event in the ‘friends of the K-State libraries’ room.

Find more information at the link below.

https://events.k-state.edu/event/copyright_ai_do_you_agree_to_the_terms_and_conditions

Friday, May 5, 2023 11:30-1:30 PM | Drop-in Portrait

On Friday, May 5th, Dole Hall is open for drop-in portrait day! From 10 a.m.-noon and 1-3 p.m, these studio portrait sessions are available for faculty, students, and staff to have a professional portrait taken free of charge. The normal turnaround time is 5-7 business days. Please let the photographer know if it is needed sooner.

Find more information at the link below.

https://events.k-state.edu/event/drop-in_portrait_day

Friday, May 5, 2023 7:30-8:30 PM | Music & Performance with Paul Rucker

An improvisational performance by nationally recognized multimedia artist Paul Rucker. Premiering a new performance featuring improvisational music and dialogue. 

Rucker and local artists led by Museum Specialist Nate McClendon will interact with the audience to create music and perform spontaneously, breaking the traditional barrier separating performers and spectators. 

The performance will run from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. in Mark A. Chapman theater in Nichols Hall.

Find more information at the link below.

https://events.k-state.edu/event/resistance_world_premiere_of_music_and_performance_by_multidisciplinary_artist_paul_rucker

Wednesday, April 26, 2023 6:00 PM | Talent Show

On Wednesday April 26th the annual talent show will be live in the K-State Student Union. Registration is open until the day of the event  and students can perform singing acts, spoken words, magic or comedy. The Grand prize for first place will be one thousand dollars, with second place getting eight hundred and third place getting 500 hundred. Participants must be a k-state student to enter and the performances will start at 6pm on Wednesday.

Find more information at the link below.

https://www.kstateupc.com/our-events/2023/4/26/talent-show

Thursday, April 27, 2023 11:30-1:30 PM | Why I Vax Campaign

The IKC/KSRE Vaccine Confidence project invites members of the K-State community to share why they choose to vaccinate. The “why I vax campaign” aims to clear up misconceptions about vaccines and spread reliable information sources. This event will take place outside of Cat’s Den at the K-State Student Union, from 11:30-1:30 on Thursday. 

Find more information at the link below.

https://events.k-state.edu/event/why_i_vax_campaign#.ZEag7OzMITU

Saturday, April 29, 2023 7:30-10:30 PM | Anderson Lawn Concert

Get ready to be soothed and grooved! The Union Program Council in partnership with the K-State Student Union and Union Governing Board is excited to announce recording artists Ben Rector and brother and sister duo, Lawerence, will be co-headlining the free “ Soothin' and Groovin' ” concert at 7:30 pm Saturday, April 29, 2023, on Anderson Lawn, Kansas State University.

Find more information at the link below.

https://www.kstateupc.com/our-events/2023/4/29/soothin-amp-groovin

Friday, April 21, 2023 7:00 - 8:00 PM | Niko's Senior Recital

Enjoy an evening at Nico’s senior recital. Where he has hand-picked a collection of dreamy works by some of his favorite composers. Nico’s recital will showcase his work in the studio as well as the hard work from the collaborating artists': Dr. SongHwa Chae, Alexandra Allen, Brittany Taylor, and David Mathes. The recital will start at 7pm on Friday and will be located in Kirmser hall.

Find more information at the link below.
https://events.k-state.edu/event/nikos_senior_recital#.ZDbiAuzMITU

Saturday, April 22, 2023 7:00 - 8:00 PM | Evening of Renaissance polyphony

K-State's early-music ensemble, Collegium Musicum, will partner with the newly formed Blue Earth Camerata featuring talented K-State alumni who will present an evening of Renaissance polyphony in the glorious acoustical setting of the newly built St. Isidore's Catholic Student Center. This event will run from 7 to 8:00pm on Saturday.

Find more information at the link below.

https://events.k-state.edu/event/k-state_collegium_musicum_early_music_ensemble_blue_earth_camerata#.ZDbjPezMITU

Sunday, April 23, 2023 4:00 - 5:00 PM | Staley School Award Ceremony

Join the Staley School of Leadership for their annual awards ceremony. Students, faculty, staff, and community partners will be recognized and honored for their work and contributions. The event will be located in the leadership studies building in the town hall and will start at 4:00pm on Sunday.

Find more information at the link below.

https://events.k-state.edu/event/celebrating_service_and_leadership_1566#.ZDbjhezMITU

Wednesday, April 10, 2023 4:00 - 5:00 PM | Student Employee of the year award ceremony

Find more information at the link below.
https://events.k-state.edu/event/student_employee_of_the_year_award_ceremony_5317#.ZDGei3bMLcs

Friday, April 14, 2023 5:15 - 9:20 PM | Escape from the Union

Sunday, April 16, 2023 2:00 - 5:00 PM | Tea Party

Get ready for an extraordinary spring tea party! Immerse yourself in a Bridgerton-esque wonderland of croquet, make-your-own bouquet bar, loose-leaf tea bar, and more. Unleash your creativity with our craft activities, and indulge in a delectable selection of picnic-style food and drinks that will tantalize your taste buds. Don't forget to come dressed in your favorite spring outfit, and we will have a photographer to take your picture by the flowers or at our tea setup. Sip some tea and enjoy the string quartet at the beautiful campus gardens on Sunday, April 16th from 2-5pm.

FREE. Flower bar, food, and tea available while supplies last. Open for students with valid K-State ID.

Find more information at the link below.

https://www.kstateupc.com/our-events/2023/4/16/youre-invited-tea-party

Wednesday, April 5, 2023 5:00 - 6:30 PM | 48 Hour Film Festival

Groups of K-State students had 48 hours to create an original short story as part of a filmmaking competition. After turning in the short films, a panel of professional filmmakers judged the films based on a set criteria. Now, UPC is putting on an incredible red carpet-style premiere for everyone to watch! Prizes will be awarded in several categories including the Audience Choice Award! You won't want to miss the (lights, cameras, and) action!

Free to attend. Enjoy free popcorn and soda, too!

https://www.kstateupc.com/our-events/2023/3/9/48-hour-film-festival

Thursday, April 6, 2023 11:30 AM | Showcase Recital

Come join the School of Music, Theatre, and Dance for a wonderful musical performance. The music program will be hosting the event in All Faiths chapel and will be starting at 11:30 am, this event will be free for all students to attend.

https://events.k-state.edu/event/showcase_recital_5045#.ZCM2-9NKjX0

Saturday, April 8, 2023 5:00 - 8:00 PM | Africa Night - An African Wedding Party

ASU will be hosting The 2023 African Night where a celebration of food, dance, music, and entertainment in the format of a make-believe wedding party will take place. Wedding ceremonies in African cultures are an elaborate show and celebration of the union of not just the couple, but families and communities. They hope to capture the essence of these ceremonies during the African Night and would love for you to join in your most regal attire and dancing shoes of course. The event will start at 5pm and will be located in the Ballroom of the K-State Student Union.

Find more information at this link: https://orgcentral.k-state.edu/ASU/rsvp_boot?id=378966

International Week is a series of multicultural events that allow students and residents of the Manhattan community to showcase their diverse cultures. Students, faculty or members of the Manhattan community who attend all six of our International Week events stand a chance to enter a raffle to win an amazing prize!
This year's International Week Parade is sponsored by the K-State Student Allocations Committee.
If you have any questions or want to find out more about the event, please check the link below or contact Obirbea ([email protected]) or Mina ([email protected])

Tuesday, Mar. 28, 2023 4:00 - 5:30 PM  | Pitch and Pizza Night

All K-State students have the opportunity to pitch a business idea, Shark Tank style, to receive feedback from a group of 3-4 panelists. This is a great way to test new ideas for a business or refine an existing ventures vision. Each student that pitches will receive $100, in the form of a scholarship and FREE pizza! Spaces are limited to only 10 student participants per event.

Students must sign up here ahead of time to pitch.

Friday, Mar. 23, 2023 5:00 AM - 6:00 PM | Egg Hunt on Bosco Student Plaza

UPC will be releasing 10,000 eggs on Bosco student plaza. You read that right, TEN THOUSAND EGGS. On Friday, Mar. 31 ALL DAY until 6pm you have the chance to hunt for prizes. 100 gold eggs contain slips to turn in from 6-8pm at Bosco Student Plaza on Friday, March 31st. In exchange for your egg and slip, you will receive a prize correlated with your egg number, which could range from a $5 to $50 value!

*NOTE: one gold egg per Valid K-State ID* there will be 9,900 other eggs full of candy and trinkets though, so feel free to hunt for as many of those as you'd like!

Questions? email us at [email protected]. Happy Hunting!

https://www.kstateupc.com/our-events/2023/3/31/egg-hunt-on-bosco-student-plaza

Chats with Cats is looking for a new host! Send in your best Chats With Cats video by asking at least three people “What’s your favorite part of being a wildcat?” and another K-state question of choice. The video should be under 90 seconds.

Email the final video to [email protected] by March 26th.

Wednesday, Mar. 22, 2023 3:30 PM  | International Women's Day Celebration

Education abroad is hosting an information session about program options, scholarships, and will be answering any of your questions with a Q&A taking place in Fairchild hall room 304 at 3:30pm on Wednesday.

Find more information at the link below.

https://events.k-state.edu/event/education_abroad_101_information_session#.ZA1YI3bMIQ9

Friday, Mar. 24, 2023 7:00 - 9:30 PM | Murder Mystery Dinner Theater

And to round out our week, dress in your Sunday best because the UPC is hosting a murder mystery dinner theater where you can Bribe suspects for evidence and make sure to  look over your shoulder because you might be the next to go. Food is provided with an RSVP ahead of time and don’t forget to bring your k-state ID for the event on Friday, March 24th from 7-9:30pm.

https://www.kstateupc.com/our-events/2023/2/24/murder-mystery-dinner-theatre

Join the K-State College of Business Administration for B Proud, or Business Proud, for its first LGBTQ+ and Allies Networking and Career Fair from 1-5 p.m. Tuesday, March 7, in the Business Building Atrium.

If you'd like to work for a company that values diversity and fosters an open and affirming culture for the LGBTQ+ community, come visit with the more than 13 companies and local community organizations.

This event is for everyone. Whether you're part of the community or not, everyone deserves to feel able to be their authentic selves. Students of all majors are encouraged to come.

Find more information at the link below.

https://www.k-state.edu/today/announcement/?id=88227

Wednesday, Mar. 8 11:00-1:00 PM  | International Women's Day Celebration

The College of Business is partnering with organizations and colleges across campus and in the community to celebrate International Women's Day on Wednesday, March 8 from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM in the Business Building Atrium. This year's IWD global theme is #EmbraceEquity.

This year's celebration will feature opportunities to learn about various organizations, participate in various activities, enjoy food from women-owned businesses, and take pictures at our photo booth! All students, faculty, staff, and community members are welcome to participate.

Find more information at the link below.

https://cba.k-state.edu/academics/departments/center-for-principled-business/women-in-business/international-womens-day.html#:~:text=International%20Women's%20Day%202023,IWD%20global%20theme%20is%20%23EmbraceEquity.

Wednesday, Mar. 8, 2023 | Intramural Sign Ups go Live

Get ready for a great time in softball, tennis, 3 on 3 basketball and volleyball at the recreational services on campus. Sign ups go live on Wednesday.

Find more information at the link below.

https://recservices.k-state.edu/intramurals/registration.html

Tuesday, Feb. 28, 6:00 - 7:00 PM | CPHG Video Game Night  

Join the Comprehensive Public Health Group for a fun video game night. 

Make new friends while playing games like Rock Band and Nintendo Switch.  

Find more information at the link below. 

https://orgcentral.k-state.edu/CPHG/rsvp_boot?id=378816   

Wednesday, Mar. 1 2:30-3:30 PM  | Chat about ChatGPT  

A series of six lightning talks, followed by discussion, about ChatGPT and AI in writing:   

What is ChatGPT / AI writing? (Phillip Marzluf, English) 

Why are (some) people worried? (Abby Knoblauch, English) 

How does this affect plagiarism policies? (Camilla Roberts, Honor & Integrity) 

What is the Writing Center's role / response? (Stacia Gray, English)  

How might we use ChatGPT in the classroom? (Theresa Merrick, English) 

How does this impact online teaching? (Cydney Alexis, English)  

Find more information at the link below. 

https://events.k-state.edu/event/lets_chat_about_chatgpt#.Y_qCqOzMLX1   

Friday, Mar. 3, 2023 6:30 PM | Quite Frankly Concert  

Kansas City up-and-coming band Quite Frankly will be performing with special guest Malek Azrael & the Vibes in the Courtyard of the Student Union on Friday, Mar. 3! Bring your friends and join UPC for some energizing music!! 

Doors open at 6:30. Concert is free and open to the public.  

Find more information at the link below.

https://www.kstateupc.com/our-events/2023/3/3/live-in-the-courtyard-quite-frankly-the-band-with-special-guest-malek-azrael-amp-the-vibez

Wednesday, Feb. 22 12-1 PM  | Lunch with Deans

Lunch with the Dean will take place at noon Wednesday, Feb. 22, in 301 Calvin Hall.