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What Matters to Me and Why: Dr. Alex Red Corn

Dr. Alex Red Corn

 

The Staley School of Leadership invites students, staff and faculty to the What Matters to Me and Why leadership lecture featuring Dr. Alex Red Corn, assistant professor of educational leadership in the College of Education. The lecture will take place 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 26, in the Leadership Studies Building Town Hall and on Zoom. Lunch from Mr. Goodcents will be provided in person.

RSVP online by Monday, March 25

Dr. Red Corn will be presenting Confronting Colonial Entanglements in Educational Systems: Tales from a Recovering Social Studies Teacher

This informal lunchtime series supports K-State’s Principles of Community by encouraging reflection on matters of personal values, beliefs and motivations to better understand the lives and inspirations of those who serve and shape the university.

Our series is sponsored by the Staley School of Leadership, and supported by a cross-campus planning committee.

K-State students present posters to Kansas Undergraduate Research Day at the Capitol  

Five undergraduate students from Kansas State University presented their research at Kansas Undergraduate Research Day at the Capitol on Friday, March 1.  

K-State’s Scholar Development and Undergraduate Research (SDUR) commends these students for their efforts, learning outcomes and exemplary representation of K-State. Gratitude is also due to the faculty mentors and research programs who helped create these transformative student experiences. 

Student presenters, photographed left to right are:  

  • Helen Winters, sophomore, “Form and Function of Dominant Prairie Grass Across Climate Gradients: Identifying Climate-adapted Populations for Restoration and Conservation,” mentored by Dr. Loretta Johnson 
  • Kalea Nippert, senior, Is extreme fire the key to reversing grassland loss due to woody encroachment? A test in the tallgrass prairie,” mentored by Zak Ratajczak 
  • Ellienne Warnes, senior, “Exercise Improves Cognitive Performance and Increases Hippocampal Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor (BDNF) Expression in Female Autism Spectrum Disorder Modeled Rats,” mentored by Bethany Plakke 
  • Cassidy Hartig, senior, “The Middle of Everywhere: One Kansas Effigy’s Storied Past and Present,” mentored by Dr. Lisa Tatonetti 
  • Grace Schieferecke, junior, “Molecular Analysis of Benzimidazole Resistance in Hookworms in Kansas Dogs,” mentored by Dr. Jeba Jesudoss Chelladurai 

students stand with their posters

Students were selected through a formal application process and reviewed by a committee. Upon selection, students attended a training session, created their research posters and invited their state representatives to attend the event.  

This poster session featured presenters from each of the Kansas Board of Regents institutions (KBOR). Throughout the presentation, the students interacted with a diverse group of attendees: peers, state representatives and their staff, administrators from KBOR institutions, and the public.  

Students, faculty, and staff are invited to further celebrate the efforts of undergraduate researchers from all corners of campus at the upcoming Undergraduate Research Symposium, on Thursday, April 11, from 4-6 p.m. in the Student Union Grand Ballroom. (link) 

Scholar Development and Undergraduate Research is housed within the Staley School of Leadership. The Staley School also includes undergraduate and graduate leadership studies academic programs, leadership and service co-curricular programs, and the University Honors Program. The Staley School equips learners with leadership skills and academic excellence through applied learning experiences, in-class learning, and community partnerships around the world. To learn more, visit www.k-state.edu/leadership. ­­ 

Student nominations sought for Staley School Rost Award

K-State students are invited to nominate a member of the Staley School of Leadership faculty or staff for the 2024 Rost award.

The nomination for is just four short questions. Any nomination submitted will be presented to the faculty/staff nominated, so this is also a great opportunity to pass on a positive message of support to members of the Staley School faculty and staff. All Staley School of Leadership faculty and staff – which includes the University Honors Program and Scholar Development and Undergraduate Research – are eligible.

Nominations are due by 11:59 p.m. Sunday, March 17.

Established by the Staley School of Leadership student ambassadors, the Rost award recognizes faculty/staff who exemplify the mission statement of the Staley School, which is to develop knowledgeable, ethical, caring, inclusive leaders for a diverse and changing world.

The winner of this award should not only demonstrate these characteristics in their own lives, but should also inspire others to become better leaders.

The Staley School Ambassadors will form a committee, review nominations and carefully select the 2024 recipient. The award is presented at Celebrating Service and Leadership, the Staley School spring awards event.

View a list of past recipients. For questions, email Kim Ralston, communications program administrator and co-advisor for the Staley School Ambassadors, at kamullen@ksu.edu.

The Staley School of Leadership at Kansas State University includes undergraduate and graduate leadership studies academic programs, leadership and service co-curricular programs, the University Honors Program, and Scholar Development and Undergraduate Research. The Staley School equips learners with leadership skills and academic excellence through applied learning experiences, in-class learning, and community partnerships around the world. To learn more, visit www.k-state.edu/leadership 

Advising community invited to workshop

The Staley School of Leadership invites K-State advisors to the spring 2024 Advising Community Workshop.

11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 20
Leadership Studies Building Town Hall

This workshop, led by Andrew Wefald, Ph.D., ACC, will focus on building community as professionals to develop a sense of belonging. Lunch will be provided.

We hope we can take a moment before new student enrollment to connect with our campus community and center ourselves in our advising, coaching, and compassion with one another. Participants will leave having built community with peers on campus and with tools to use to deepen their discussions with students in the advising process. Following the workshop, we will provide lunch over a ’Cats Connect activity.

RSVP online

For questions, email Colleen Helmers at colleenhelmers@ksu.edu.

Seeking nominations for University Honors Program undergraduate and faculty awards

The University Honors Program is seeking nominations for undergraduate awards and the UHP Teaching and Mentoring Award. Anyone can nominate a student, instructor or faculty member for these awards. Self-nominations are also encouraged. Eligibility for awards and links to the nomination forms are listed below.

Not sure if a student is in honors? Nominate them and the UHP staff will determine their eligibility. Email ksuhonors@k-state.edu with any questions.

University Honors Program Outstanding First-Year Award | Nominations due 5 p.m. Friday, March 1

This award will honor a current first-year, non-transfer student in the University Honors program who has demonstrated academic excellence and involvement in the Honors community. The winner will receive a $500 scholarship.

Minimum qualifications

  • Current 3.5 K-State GPA
  • Successful completion of (or current enrollment in) UHP 189

 

University Honors Program Outstanding Student Award| Nominations due 5 p.m. Friday, March 1

This award will honor a current student (not a first-year student) in the University Honors Program who has demonstrated academic excellence and involvement in the Honors community. The winner will receive a $500 scholarship.

Minimum qualifications

  • Current 3.5 K-State GPA
  • Successful completion of UHP 189
  • Additional involvement in the UHP. This can include participation in honors events, involvement in the Honors House, completion of (or current enrollment in) Honors courses (beyond UHP 189), or completion of a co-curricular experience.

 

University Honors Program Teaching and Mentoring Award| Nominations or applications are due by Friday, March, 1

This acknowledges the role that instructors and mentors play in supporting students in the University Honors Program (UHP) in any or all of the following ways:

  • Challenging students intellectually
  • Supporting academic growth
  • Mentoring UHP capstone projects and experiences
  • Advising students
  • Helping students prepare for careers after college

Award applicants may self-nominate, can be nominated by another faculty member, or can be nominated by current UHP students. The winner will receive a $500 award as DRA funds. Any faculty or staff member (any rank) who works in a mentoring or teaching capacity with UHP students is eligible.

 

Lonnie Hobbs, Jr., to present What Matters to Me and Why

A graphic with a photo of Lonnie Hobbs, Jr.

The Staley School of Leadership invites students, staff and faculty to the What Matters to Me and Why leadership lecture featuring Dr. Lonnie Hobbs, Jr., assistant professor in the Department of Agricultural Economics. The lecture will take place 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 29, in the Leadership Studies Building Town Hall and on Zoom. Lunch from Mr. Goodcents will be provided in person.

RSVP online by Tuesday, Feb. 27

“Choosing Your Hard”

Every decision you make involves trade-offs! Lonnie will share his personal story of the tough decisions and challenges he encountered on his path to becoming an assistant professor. His aim is to inspire you to confront difficult decisions head-on and continue progressing towards success.

This informal lunchtime series supports K-State’s Principles of Community by encouraging reflection on matters of personal values, beliefs and motivations to better understand the lives and inspirations of those who serve and shape the university.

Our series is sponsored by the Staley School of Leadership, and supported by a cross-campus planning committee.