Wildcat Weekly
May 12, 2020
News & research
With more than 30 years of experience as a pilot, Gold Seal flight instructor, aviation mechanic, authorized inspector and educator, Terry Hunt is selected as the new leader of the aviation academic programs.
Sarah Werner, director of career services and financial literacy at K-State Polytechnic, is sharing with students a live database that has compiled over 7,500 world-wide companies and lists their current hiring status. The database is called Candor.co and is updated constantly, so check back frequently to see what companies are hiring and which ones aren’t.
The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security, or CARES, Act was signed into law March 27 and directs universities to provide quick economic relief to students who may have experienced additional expenses related to the disruption of campus operations during the spring term due to COVID-19. To learn more about the eligibility requirements or to apply for the emergency grant, click here .
Campus life
Now in its 34th year, K-State Polytechnic is honoring students, faculty and staff for their professional and academic achievements, leadership and personal contributions with its end-of-the-year awards.
While Spring Commencement at K-State Polytechnic was held virtually on May 9, there are still ways students can celebrate! The K-State Alumni Association wants to spotlight graduates' accomplishments and has created a handful of graduation-related events to mark the occasion.
Kudos, publications & presentations
Julie Wilson earns Certified Program Planner designation
Julie Wilson, professional development program coordinator for Professional Development and Outreach, recently successfully completed her exam to be a Certified Program Planner. This designation shows achievement in lifelong learning programming and is the leading professional development standard in the field. This certification took months of coursework and study. Julie is currently only one of three people at K-State to hold this designation.
Events
Spring 2020 Finals
Monday, May 11 – Friday, May 15, Online
Roommate Games
Thursday, May 21 at 2 p.m., Online
University Holiday
Monday, May 25 – Memorial Day
Summer Term Begins
Tuesday, May 26, Online
Scholarship opportunities
Kansas residents
The Board of Regents offers scholarships to Kansas residents. K-State Polytechnic students have received the Kansas State Scholarship, Kansas Ethnic Minority Scholarship and the Kansas Military Service Scholarship in the past . DEADLINE: June 1
Pilot students
Bill Cowden Memorial Aviation Scholarship is open to students who have completed their private pilot . DEADLINE: May 15
UAS students
A $1,000 Drone Technology College Scholarship is available to students in the UAS program . DEADLINE: May 15
Summer school information
If you will be enrolled in at least six hours at K-State Polytechnic this summer, you might qualify for financial aid. Complete and submit the summer financial aid application AFTER you enroll in classes.
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