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YOUR
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Kansas State University
Guide to majors & campus life
2013

250 + 90
Majors and options
18:1 16
Percent of classes
with 49 students
or fewer
Student to faculty ratio
Big 12 varsity athletic teams
60
Intramural sports
23,800
Students
285,000
Square feet of comprehensive
recreation complex
80 +
Countries worldwide where you can
study abroad
475 + $200 million+
Clubs and
organizations
Financial aid
awarded annually
No. 1
Among public universities in
Rhodes, Truman, Marshall, Udall
and Goldwater scholars since 1986
$18.5 million
K-State scholarships
per year
$15 million+
Student payroll

Traditions
150 years of pride
As a K-Stater, you’ll be part of a long line of those proud to wear purple.
K-State was founded in 1863, so you’ll find lots of traditions here. Start
learning the lore of a great university!
Purple Power Play
Go crazy for the football team, watch fireworks
and sample local cuisine at the annual Purple
Power Play on Poyntz. Manhattan closes
downtown’s main drag on the Thursday and
Friday nights before the first home football
game for this citywide rally.
Wabash Cannonball
Get on your feet, clap, bend and
twist to this rousing anthem.
Learning “the Wabash” is a rite of
passage. After a fire destroyed the
home of the music department, the
band performed the only music left:
“The Wabash Cannonball.”
Aggieville
A hot spot for students, The ‘Ville
has shops and restaurants on six
lively blocks. It’s a long way from its
humble beginnings as a laundromat
in 1889.
K-State Proud
K-State students show their purple
pride by donating to this all-university
campaign. In its first six years students
raised more than $550,000 to help
their fellow students through the
K-State Proud awards.
KS letters
High on a hill overlooking
Manhattan, they’re hard to miss.
Engineering students plotted the
80-foot-tall “K” in 1921 and later
added the “S” on K-Hill. The “U” was
never added, but students still
whitewash the letters every year.
Open House
More than 20,000 visitors
show up every April to check
out majors and campus life.
Experience K-State through
performances, eating contests,
science experiments and more.
Willie the Wildcat
Students go nuts when the K-State
mascot does push-ups for every
point scored at football games.
Globe-trotting K-Staters post
pictures from exotic places posing
as K-S-U just like Willie.
Call Hall
Our campus dairy bar offers
more than 30 flavors of studentmade
ice cream, including
espresso ecstasy, chocolate
brownie delight and a campus
staple — purple pride.

Student stories
Brooke Williams
Psychology major from Wichita, KS
Becoming a Wildcat
“Since being here I’ve really learned to step
out of my comfort zone and meet new
people. The relationships I’ve formed here
since my freshman year are some that will
last a lifetime.”
Major decisions
Once I got to K-State and learned more about the psychology program, I realized that
there is a world of career options that you can pursue with this major, and that really
excited me.
Memorable moment
One moment I will never forget is my first presentation for the Developing Scholars
program. I really felt like I’d accomplished something huge here at K-State and that I had
found my niche within the university.
Valerie Rito
Industrial engineering major
from Liberal, KS
Rob Breeden
Biology and pre-med major
from Overland Park, KS
Going Greek
“I knew that I wanted to be a part of
Greek life. My senior year of high school
I came and visited the house and was
completely impressed by how genuine
the guys were. It was a huge deciding
factor for me as I chose my house.”
Making the transition
I think the toughest part of transitioning from high school to college
was learning new study skills. In high school I was able to study the
night before a test and do well, but in college I had to learn to start
preparing for exams days, if not weeks, before.
Home away from home
I love that I can just go to the union and people I don’t even know will
smile and have conversations with me, which is something that I don’t
think I could have found anywhere else.
Major decision
After exploring the industrial engineering department, I fell in love
with the courses offered and the people there. The projects and
assignments really get me excited about all the things I can do in the
future with my major.
Giving back
One of the coolest philanthropies I’ve gotten to be a part of since
I’ve been at K-State was a pancake feed that my fraternity and a
sorority on campus put on together to benefit the Boys and Girls
Club in Manhattan. It’s really neat to see so many people come to eat
pancakes and help us raise money for a great cause!
Exceeding expectations
I’ve met so many great people, got involved in activities that I never
knew existed and have a ton of memories already. Being a student
at K-State is an experience unlike any other and has surpassed all
expectations I had ever had.

Landon Leiker
Secondary education
and mathematics major
from Marion, KS
Whitney Hillen
Architectural engineering major
from Columbia, IL
A look at K-State
“When I visited K-State and walked around and
soaked it all in, I got a feeling that is hard to explain.
But I knew this is where I was supposed to be.”
Coming to K-State
The individual attention and genuine concern for the students’
success here at K-State was something that really impressed me and
helped make my decision to come to school here.
Getting involved
There are endless opportunities and ways to get involved here at
K-State. I’ve allowed myself to get out of my comfort zone and have
ended up finding so many things I’m passionate about and enjoy
doing!
Finding balance
Balancing schoolwork, clubs and organizations, and life outside the
classroom can sometimes be tough. Utilizing your teachers and the
people here at K-State makes balancing everything and transitioning
into college life much easier.
Memorable moments
Sometimes the littlest moments are the ones that you will
never forget. The week before finals all of the girls from my
floor in the hall went to the library together to study. We
ended up staying there until four in the morning just having a
giant study session together.
Res hall life
Everything you need to live on your own is in a central
location. It’s great to be able to walk downstairs and have a
place to do your laundry, grab a meal, rent movies, or just
relax with friends in the TV area.
Lauren Garrott
Regional and community planning major from San Antonio, TX
Becoming a Wildcat
“One thing that really surprised me once I arrived at
K-State was the number of Texans that come here. It
gave us an instant connection.”
Get involved
Organizations related to your major are a great way to help you stand
out as a student, meet professionals from the industry and give you extra
experience in your field of study.
Purple Pride
The K-State campus is absolutely beautiful. When I came here for my first
campus visit, I was in absolute awe of all of the architecture. One building
that caught my eye from the beginning was Nichols Hall because it looks
like a giant castle.

“
I was really surprised how easy it was to get involved, and that really
helped me to make friends and feel more comfortable.”
Brett Seidl, public relations and marketing major from Valley Center, KS
Campus life
So you’re in college. Now what do you want to do? Raise money
for charity? Design a solar car? Lead your residence hall softball
team to the championship? At K-State you can make the college
experience your own. Customize activities to fit your interests.
You’ve got plenty of places to get started!
Clubs and organizations
Choose from more than 475 clubs and
organizations. If you can’t find one that fits your
interests, you can start your own.
Service opportunities
HandsOn K-State can hook you up with the
American Red Cross, Big Brothers Big Sisters,
Habitat for Humanity and other service
organizations. Joining a summer international
service team can take you around the globe.
Leadership and service
organizations
Every club, organization, honorary society,
sorority and fraternity needs someone who will
get things done. Why not you? With the range
of options at K-State, students who want to lead
and serve their community have no problem
finding opportunities.
Multicultural organizations
Celebrate cultures and treasured traditions
when you join one of K-State’s multicultural
groups.
Arts and culture
Catch K-State theatre, dance and music students
in live performances, or see photography,
sculpture and paintings by K-State students and
faculty in galleries throughout campus. Attend
a McCain Performance Series event or tour an
exhibition at the Beach Museum of Art.
Athletics
Whether you’re a participant or a spectator,
athletics are a big deal at K-State. Join an
intramural team or start your own. Play a club
sport like soccer or rugby. Rather watch than
participate? Join the action by cheering on the
Wildcats in Big 12 basketball, football and more.
Spirit teams
Try out for the dance team, cheerleading squad,
color guard or marching band. You could even be
a baton twirler or K-State’s hero, Willie the Wildcat.
Religion at K-State
Every religion and faith is represented at K-State.
Whether you’re looking for a course in the
philosophy of religion or just looking for a place
of worship, you can find it here.
Learn more at
k-state.edu/admissions/life

Student services
K-State cares about
its students
How do I choose a major and career?
How do I pay for school? What if I need
a job? How do I know my resume is
good enough to land me that perfect
job? K-State will help you answer these
questions and more.
Check out student services
k-state.edu/onestop
What help is available?
Get tutoring, academic counseling and
find out about University Experience
classes through the Academic Assistance
Center.
Get a personal financial assistance advisor
from the Office of Student Financial
Assistance. Peer advisors are available,
too.
Visit Powercat Financial Counseling in the
student union. They can help you make a
budget or savings plan and manage your
debt.
Find part-time or full-time jobs and
internships with Career and Employment
Services.
Get cost-effective health care and
information from a professionally
accredited facility at Lafene Student
Health Center.
Connect to resources for academic and
personal problems through the Office
of Student Life. They also help monitor
campus safety issues and support
students and family members during
times of crisis.
On the web
Check out the One Stop Shop for student success at
k-state.edu/onestop for even more
resources to help you:
enroll in classes.
get money for college.
get academic help.
explore majors and careers.
find help for personal issues.
“
Sometimes I feel a little awkward asking
for help, but Disability Support Services
staff are welcoming and willing to help and
make me feel comfortable with everything.”
Brennen Menzie, mass communications major
from Sublette, KS

Recreation
New construction is almost complete on 10,000 more square feet of space for cardio and weights.
Rec Complex
recservices.k-state.edu
Intramural sports
recservices.k-state.edu/intramurals
Club sports
recservices.k-state.edu/sportclubs
Nearly 5,000 people each day use the Chester
E. Peters Recreation Complex, and a $21-million
expansion will feature a new gymnasium, and a
longer track and will expand the cardio/weight
area to 20,000 square feet, twice the existing
size.
Your semester fees help pay for recreational
activities. By showing your K-State ID you’ll be
admitted free to both the Rec Complex and the
natatorium.
The complex has courts for racquetball,
handball, squash and basketball; weight/fitness
areas; indoor running tracks and more.
Outdoors you’ll find 20 acres of
field space, which is lighted for
night play. Check out:
flag football
soccer
basketball court
softball
tennis courts
horseshoe pits
sand volleyball court
fitness cluster with walking and
running trails
You can rent:
canoes
kayaks
tents
sleeping bags
other outdoor equipment.
Swimming:
The natatorium features a pool for lap
swimming, a recreation pool and a diving well.
K-State’s intramural program
hosts more than 60 individual,
dual and team sports.
Basketball, softball and volleyball — with
approximately 300 teams competing — are
K-State’s most popular intramural sports.
Other sports include:
badminton
bowling
cross country
flag football
golf
handball
inner tube
water polo
soccer
table tennis
wrestling
and more
Club sports give K-Staters
a chance to compete with
teams from other universities.
Why not try:
badminton
baseball
crew (rowing)
cycling
dodge ball
fishing
inline hockey
rodeo
lacrosse
rugby
soccer
shooting sports
Ultimate Frisbee
water polo
water skiing
and more
Whether you’re a state champion or you just
want to play on a team for fun, you’ll find
a place at K-State. Our sports and fitness
programs cater to everyone.
Nearly 88 percent of students
participate in some activity
through Rec Services.
recservices.k-state.edu

First-Year programs
Make the most of your first year
Find your place in the K-State family. K-State First programs allow you to
connect with other students and faculty and to learn with them in the
classroom and beyond.
First-Year Seminars
Work closely with professors and students in a First-Year Seminar course,
all of which have 22 students or fewer. You can choose from courses in
English, leadership studies, geology, political science, women’s studies,
entomology and much more.
CAT Communities
Join a learning community made up of 22 students with similar interests in
the Connecting Across Topics, or CAT, Community program. You’ll enroll in
two regular courses taken together and another one-hour opportunity to
discover course connections. There are even study abroad and residential
CAT communities for you to explore!
K-State Book Network
Read a book with the rest of the campus in the K-State Book Network,
or KSBN, and join fellow students in a series of book-related events and
discussions. Students receive a copy of the book at June orientation and
enrollment.
Guide to Personal Success
The Guide to Personal Success, or GPS, provides first-year students with
a campus mentor as a point of contact who can assist students with
personal and professional needs throughout the freshman year. GPS
guides are K-State staff, faculty, graduate students and recent alumni who
volunteer their time to invest in the lives of first-year students like you.
For more information, visit k-state.edu/first

University Honors Program
Looking for an extra challenge? Check out how K-State’s honors program
can help you customize your undergraduate experience to fit your dreams.
You’ll take special classes, work with K-State’s top professors and study
with other students who want to excel. And you’ll interact with students
from all the colleges at K-State.
“
I have the distinct privilege to work with the best and brightest
students on our campus. Their intelligence, motivation, maturity and
social skills make them ideal individuals to interact with, both in and out
of the classroom.”
Stephen Kiefer, professor of psychology and director of the University Honors Program
Honors projects
During your junior or senior year you’ll
be challenged to tie your interests and
experiences together with an honors
project or thesis. You’ll write up results
from a scientific experiment, pen a major
research paper or produce your own
creative work.
Examples of past projects include
studying the “fool” characters in
Shakespeare’s plays, an experiment
with anticancer compounds and an
examination of the relationship between
oil flow control and food machinery.
How are honors classes different?
They often tackle several subjects at once — for example, the economics of
environmental chemistry, or Shakespeare and the law.
They often include field trips and guest speakers.
They take broad approaches to hot topics, such as Islam’s relationship to the West.
Program requirements
To join the program, you should have:
A high school GPA of 3.75 or above and
An ACT score of 28 or above and
Complete a short entrance application, available at
k-state.edu/ksuhonors/application
You may also be considered based on factors such as leadership activities
or extracurricular experiences.

Leadership
Leadership comes naturally at K-State. Our programs are tops in the nation, our
professors are tops in their fields, and our students regularly bring home top 10
honors in competitions ranging from math to debate to dance.
“
I’ve taken advantage of a lot of opportunities at
K-State, especially within the School of Leadership
Studies. I’ve grown and been able to get involved in a lot
of the things that I’m really passionate about, such as our
alternative breaks program.”
Erika Williams, pre-medicine and theatre major from Topeka, KS
Course work
K-State’s
2011 team swept
the International
Leadership Association’s
Case Study
Competition in
London.
Leadership studies minor
K-State’s School of Leadership Studies is a one-of-a-kind program that
offers students an interdisciplinary academic minor that complements
any major at K-State.
To become a K-State leader you can:
Sign up for the leadership studies minor. You’ll develop skills
that you can use on campus, in the community and your future
workplace.
Become an ambassador, volunteer through HandsOn K-State or
travel with our International Service Teams to countries like Kenya,
Brazil and Mexico.
The School of Leadership Studies is also housed in a LEED-certified
building that is both sustainable and efficient. You can take advantage
of high-tech collaborative spaces as well as more informal learning
environments in the amphitheater outside or in the coffee shop.
More than 1,000 students are enrolled
in the leadership studies minor.
The minor requires students to complete 18 credits and some courses
will count toward other degree requirements. Your advisor will guide
you along the way.
Required courses include:
LEAD 212 Introduction to Leadership Concepts
Focuses on the academic study of leadership and the development
of leadership skills. Students will explore the program’s mission
related to knowledge, ethics, caring and inclusion.
LEAD 350 Culture and Context in Leadership
Provides students with a formal opportunity to integrate their
course and leadership experiences with contemporary issues
across cultures and contexts.
LEAD 405 Leadership in Practice
Identify a leadership practicum within the K-State or Manhattan
community. Analyze what takes place in your leadership setting
and apply theory to practice.
LEAD 450 Senior Seminar in Leadership
Integrate the academic study of leadership and prepare to
become a citizen and member of the contemporary workforce.
Reflect and act on what you have learned about leadership.
k-state.edu/leadership/minor

Service and leadership
with ROTC
Learn to lead, serve your country and get tuition assistance through K-State’s Army
and Air Force ROTC programs. You’ll create lifelong friendships and grow mentally
and physically, and you’ll still be able to enjoy the traditional college experience.
About ROTC
ROTC, or Reserve Officers’ Training Corps, is part of the
College of Arts and Sciences’ military science and aerospace
studies departments. K-State offers Army and Air Force ROTC.
The ROTC program allows college students to earn their
degrees while preparing for their future. Cadets earn an
officer’s commission, and they have a job waiting for them in
the military after graduation.
Benefits of ROTC
Earn scholarships for tuition and expenses.
Scholarships help cover tuition, books and fees, while
awards are given based on merit.
Get management and leadership training. Learn how
to achieve your goals and motivate people — great
preparation for your military or civilian career.
Add to your resume. After graduation you’ll have a
job waiting for you in the military. You can use your
experience to launch a rewarding career in the military
or the civilian sector.
Students can take part in ROTC for the first year with no
obligation to enlist.
ROTC at K-State
ROTC has a long tradition at K-State. Since its founding
in 1863, K-State has offered general military training on
campus. Army ROTC was established in 1918, and Air
Force ROTC started in 1946.
K-State is consistently named one of the best Army
ROTC programs in Kansas and is ranked among the top
20 percent in the nation.
The Air Force named K-State one of the nation’s best.
Our program holds the Air Force Organizational
Excellence Award, putting us in the top 10 percent in
America.
Some of our cadets have been designated as
distinguished military graduates, which ranks them
in the top 20 percent of the 5,342 senior cadets
nationwide.
In 2012,
K-State’s Pershing
Rifles Company G-7
was named the best
military drill company
for the second
consecutive year.
More information: Air Force ROTC | k-state.edu/usaf Army ROTC | armyrotc.k-state.edu

Study abroad
Your classroom can be thousands of miles
and oceans away from campus. Trade a
classroom for the Eiffel Tower, the Great
Wall of China or the Parthenon.
At K-State you can study in more than 85
countries. Choose from summer, semester
or yearlong options at universities around
the globe.
K-State’s study abroad options are
affordable, and you can earn university
credit to graduate on time.
Why study abroad?
Learn more about yourself. You’ll shatter stereotypes,
gain confidence and independence, and uncork your
sense of adventure.
Build lasting relationships and lifelong friendships with
people from around the world.
Learn a new language. The best way to learn a new
language is to speak it every day.
Boost your resume. Being bilingual can give you an
advantage when you’re applying for jobs or graduate
schools.
Costs
Studying abroad can be very affordable. Some programs
cost the same or less than at K-State. The university offers
scholarships for students who study abroad, and they range
from $250 to $5,000. Advisors can also help you apply for
Rhodes, Marshall, Fulbright and other national scholarships to
study overseas.
Language
You can study in an English-speaking country or take part in
programs taught in English in non-English-speaking countries.
Countries such as Turkey, the Czech Republic, Sweden, South
Korea, Ghana and India offer classes taught in English. Students
with no foreign language background can learn the official
language of the host country and take classes in English.
Academic credit
Students work with their academic advisors and departments
to determine what classes will transfer to K-State.
Learn more about studying abroad: k-state.edu/studyabroad

Undergraduate research
Undergraduate
research is one
of the cornerstones
of K-State’s mission to
become a top 50 public
research university
by 2025.
Undergraduate research is an excellent way to enhance
your college experience. Opportunities exist across many
academic programs to conduct independent research or to
partner with a faculty member on a larger research project.
Research program examples
Cancer Research Awards — Students are selected to participate
as part of a research team to learn about cancer, the scientific
method, technical approaches and the critical analysis of results.
Trauma Research, Education and Consultation at K-State Team —
This team develops research programs and provides education
and clinical consultation regarding trauma and traumatic stress.
Developing Scholars Program — Students are chosen to
work as research assistants for K-State faculty. The program
provides academic, social and financial support to historically
underrepresented students.
McNair Scholars Program — This program is designed to prepare
undergraduate students for successful careers as graduate
students, professors and professional researchers.
University Honors Program
Students participating in the honors program have the opportunity to
develop a research project with a faculty member. Work on this project is
conducted during the junior or senior year.
“
The Developing Scholars Program made a huge difference in
my undergraduate education. Because of my research experience
and the encouragement of my mentor, I was accepted to graduate
school. The program was the key to my success.”
Isaac Falcon, graduate student in human ecology
Honors program project examples
Examining the negative effects of action figures on males.
Researching the bridal industry to design a line of bridal wear.
Using computer animation in animal physiology.
Setting up a marketing plan for a kids’ cooking show.
Experimenting with anti-cancer compounds.
Learning African culture through costume.

Student media
Extra, extra!
Students at K-State are not only in the news for doing
great things, they’re doing great things with the news — in
addition to photography, public relations, advertising and the
yearbook.
You don’t have to major in a particular field to be involved;
you only need an appetite for sharing information with the
campus, community and world.
Publications
The Royal Purple: K-State’s award-winning yearbook (with
DVD), has been awarded more All-American Pacemaker and
Gold Crown ratings than any other college yearbook in the
nation. Student positions are available in many areas. Learn
more at royalpurple.k-state.edu
The Collegian: With a 10,000-weekday pressrun and a
30,000-campus readership, the Collegian is one of the state’s
largest daily morning newspapers. Students are responsible
for every facet, from writing the stories to laying them out on
the page. Visit kstatecollegian.com to learn more.
Other opportunities
KSDB-FM: The Wildcat 91.9 is K-State’s student-run radio station. Visit
wildcat919.com to learn more.
Wildcat Watch: The work of this student-run video production team
appears online and through a local cable channel. Visit k-state.edu/
wildcatwatch for more information.
TakeFlight: An on-campus, student-run advertising and public relations
agency. For more information, check out jmc.k-state.edu/current/ugpracticum.html
Media Convergence Center: Located in Dole Hall, students cover and air the
daily news, as well as use the latest technology in all forms of media.
Student Publications ambassadors: These students act as advocates
for student media and represent Student Publications. For their work,
ambassadors receive a small scholarship. Interested applicants can visit
jmc.k-state.edu/future/jmc-ambassadors.html
Earn money while you learn. Students are paid for
their work on a publication, including up to $12 per
published photo.
Student Publications Inc. has more than 120
students on payroll and sells more than $700,000 in
display ads each year.
Alumni include the White House photographer
for President Barack Obama, the director of public
relations at General Motors Co., a CNN senior
producer and a National Geographic photographer.
jmc.k-state.edu

Multicultural organizations
College is about exploring your
ambitions and what you want from
the world. It’s also a great time to
explore your own culture or others,
and K-State is here to help.
Resources
40
The number of multicultural
organizations on campus.
Traditions
100
The number of countries with
students attending K-State.
12
The number of multicultural
fraternities and sororities
that K-State offers.
When it comes to finding your niche in college life, K-State’s got you
covered. Whether you’re looking for research opportunities or peer
connections, one of our many multicultural offices or programs can point
you in the right direction.
Office of Diversity: Works toward the enhancement of diversity through
multicultural recruitment, retention, programming and overseeing our
multicultural student organizations.
Office of International Programs: Supports and collaborates with students
and faculty to internationalize K-State through programs like study abroad
and the English Language Program.
Developing Scholars: Offers research opportunities to traditionally
underrepresented students. Students receive faculty support while
participating in real academic discovery.
Academic Assistance Center: The center’s Academic Transition Program
is designed to help domestic multicultural students connect with campus
resources and to provide a supportive network.
Find more programs at k-state.edu/admissions/life/activities
Groups
More than 40 multicultural groups represent students from a variety of
walks of life at K-State. Multicultural fraternities and sororities also provide
students with a place to expand their cultural horizons. A few groups are:
Black Student Union (BSU)
Asian American Student Union (AASU)
Hispanic American Leadership Organization (HALO)
Native American Student Association (NASA)
League of Unified Latin American Citizens (LULAC)
Find more groups at k-state.edu/directories/orgs-mc.html
K-State has a long history of diversity. The university’s Black Student
Union has been around since 1969 and has won numerous awards.
Part of its success is its dedication to cultural awareness and
events, like the annual Kwanzaa celebration. Other multicultural
organizations have traditions of their own. Be a part of one, join many,
or create your own.
Ms. Black and Gold Pageant: A scholarship pageant promoting
diversity among women.
Festival of Nations: Food and entertainment representing
cultures from around the world.
India Fest: A showcase of music, dance, art and food.
International Week: A celebration of the many nationalities
represented in our student body.
Chinese New Year: A celebration of the rich cultural heritage
and traditions associated with the Chinese New Year.
k-state.edu/diversity/multicultural

Volunteering and philanthropy
K-State students know how to give back. Many organizations exist on
campus to help you find ways to pay it forward, ranging from raising funds
for those in need or working with others on a service project.
K-State Proud: Students helping students
This student-led, nationally recognized fundraising campaign is guided by the
Student Foundation and encourages students to show their K-State pride through
philanthropy. In the first six years, students raised more than $550,000 to help their
fellow students.
All student campaign donations establish Student Opportunity and K-State Hero
awards for K-State students. All K-State Proud awards provide financial assistance for
students with extreme financial need or who need temporary assistance.
K-State Hero Awards provide recognition for K-State students who have demonstrated
exceptional commitment and dedication to improving the K-State community. Five
awards of $500 are allocated each semester.
To learn more, visit k-stateproud.org
Other opportunities for service
HandsOn K-State creates opportunities to volunteer, learn and lead in the
community. Students can volunteer with campus and community organizations
to provide service for programs and projects. Volunteers may sign up as
individuals or participate in large-scale events.
International service teams are made up of interdisciplinary students who serve
in communities around the world during their summer breaks. Students work
with international partners to plan and implement service projects during an
eight- to 10-week stay in their country.
Alternative spring breaks are an opportunity for students to participate in an
intense service experience during their spring and winter breaks or over a
weekend. Participants travel to communities around the country, working with
residents to address a pressing social issue.
The academic mentoring program trains and places K-State students in local
schools and organizations to promote and support family literacy efforts and
youth-related programming.
For more information, check out k-state.edu/leadership/programs
For more information, visit k-state.edu/onestop/get-involved

The
Student
Governing
Association supports
a variety of programs
across campus by
allocating $16 million
in privilege fees.
Your voice:
Student government at K-State
Students have opportunities to make K-State an even
better university. Student governance organizations
allow opinions to be heard, relationships to be
strengthened and changes to be made.
Student Governing Association
Other opportunities
SGA represents the student body and cooperates with faculty and
staff, students and the colleges. Allocating more than $16 million in
privilege fees each year, the three branches — executive, legislative
and judicial — support the work of the campus.
SGA involvement can include running for an elected position or
applying for committee membership, a cabinet position or an
internship. New students can get involved early through the SGA
internship program in the fall of their freshman year. Find out more at
k-state.edu/sga
Take your leadership skills up a notch with one of K-State’s other student
governance organizations.
Residence halls
Association of Residence Halls members help shape the policies
for campus residence halls. Students also sponsor campuswide
activities and represent K-State at regional and national
conferences.
The Hall Governing Board provides leadership within each hall.
Leaders administer policies and procedures for their specific halls
and plan activities for residents.
The Judicial Board helps influence the residence hall community
by addressing inappropriate behavior while ensuring the residents’
right to due process.
Greek life
Each Greek chapter has officers and committee chairs selected to
provide leadership. Councils represent Greek life to the university
community and provide programming, coordination and leadership
development for members.
Other Greek leadership opportunities include the Interfraternity
Council, serving fraternities; the Panhellenic Council, serving
sororities; and the National Pan-Hellenic Council Inc., serving
multicultural fraternities and sororities. For more Greek life
opportunities, visit k-state.edu/greek/current
College councils
Each academic college has a student council that sponsors activities
and events, allocates funds and represents the student voice in
issues impacting the college.
Honor Council
Students on the Honor and Integrity System’s Honor Council
serve as case investigators and hearing panelists in the event of a
potential honor code violation.
Nathan Spriggs, student body president,
and Grant Hill, student body vice president.
To learn more, visit k-state.edu/sga

About Manhattan
A classic college town
When it comes to classic college towns, the Little Apple ranks
among the best. Although considerably smaller than its New
York namesake, Manhattan has blossomed into a diversified
city with urban amenities while retaining its small-city appeal.
What is there to do in Manhattan?
Arts
Laugh along with comedians like Zach
Galifianakis, Anjelah Johnson and Will
Ferrell or check out national musical acts
like Jason Derülo and Ben Folds Five —
without even leaving campus.
Take in the Beach Museum of Art’s
traveling exhibitions and collection of
regional art.
Catch a Broadway show or music
performance at McCain Auditorium.
Bring your lawn chair to a summer concert
in City Park.
Shopping
Sample nightlife and restaurants in
Aggieville, the state’s first shopping district.
Visit the historic downtown district, Town
Center Mall and Manhattan Marketplace
with its specialty stores and restaurants, from
national chains to unique, local favorites.
Attractions
Walk the Konza Prairie Research Natural
Area, the largest tallgrass prairie preserve
on the continent.
Check out the Flint Hills Discovery Center
and connect with the region’s history,
ecology and geology.
Times Square with a twist: Ring in the new
year with the apple drop in Aggieville.
Visit the historical sites at the nearby Fort
Riley Army post.
Visit the animals at Sunset Zoo or listen to
the tunes of the annual jazz festival.
Sports and recreation
Cheer on the Cats as they take on Big 12
Conference opponents in 16 Division I sports.
Boat, fish and camp at Tuttle Creek Lake, one
of the Midwest’s largest man-made lakes.
Golf at one of several public courses.
Walk, jog or bike the citywide trails and parks.
Play at one of the best softball and soccer
complexes in Kansas.
Learn ballroom dancing, Indian cooking
or how to speak Russian at the UFM
Community Learning Center.
The
Princeton
Review’s “The Best
376 Colleges” ranked
Kansas State University
No. 2 in the nation where
campus and community
relations are
great.

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Manhattan, KS 66506-0102
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