Pitt State News http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/ Pitt State News PSU math relays welcome 1,000 high schoolers http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/77785/3764 Pittsburg State University will play host to more than 1,000 high school students from dozens of area schools for the 41st annual Math Relays, to be held all day on Tuesday, April 14. Wed, 08 Apr 2009 14:26:58 CDT 77785 Writer delivers reading of works inspired by nature http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/77766/3764 Jeffrey Thomson, an author and environmentalist who serves as an associate professor of creative writing at the University of Maine-Farmington, will present a reading of his work at 8 p.m. on Thursday, April 16, in the Axe Library Special Collections Room. The free event will be followed by a reception hosted by Friends of Axe Library. Wed, 08 Apr 2009 13:25:19 CDT 77766 Nature Reach bicycle ride aims to raise money for animals http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/77764/3764 The 2nd Annual Bike Ride for Nature Reach will begin at 9 a.m. on Saturday, April 25, at PSU’s Gorilla Village. Registration is $10 per participant, and those who register before April 12 receive a free T-shirt. Registration continues through the morning of the event and T-shirts will be available for purchase there. Wed, 08 Apr 2009 13:15:21 CDT 77764 SGA reps get standing ovation from Kansas Legislature http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/77708/3764 Student Government Association President Eddie Penner didn’t expect to have much time with members of Kansas legislature during this year’s Pitt Day on the Hill, held April 1 in Topeka. Wed, 08 Apr 2009 11:16:24 CDT 77708 Visiting professor discusses disease affecting troops in Middle East http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/77651/3764 To give students an idea of what soldiers are experiencing through this and other desert-related diseases, a visiting science professor will offer “Sand Flies and Leishmaniasis: From Health Hazards Faced by Troops to Potential Hazards in North America” this Thursday at Pittsburg State University. Wed, 08 Apr 2009 09:55:56 CDT 77651 SIFE to compete at nationals again http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/77620/3764 For the second year in a row, members of Students in Free Enterprise (SIFE) at Pittsburg State University have scored top honors at the organization’s regional competition, accepting an invitation to compete at nationals later this spring. Tue, 07 Apr 2009 16:34:14 CDT 77620 Foundation explores options for president's home http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/77487/3764 PSU Foundation looks to improve the president's home. Mon, 06 Apr 2009 17:04:04 CDT 77487 Presidential search down to four http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/56322/3764 Candidates to interview on campus Tue, 07 Apr 2009 14:33:13 CDT 56322 Friends of Axe sponsor children's book festival, poetry reading http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/76712/3764 The Friends of Axe Library are sponsoring two community events on the Pittsburg State University campus this month. Tue, 07 Apr 2009 09:35:46 CDT 76712 GIT instructor wins international award http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/76352/3764 Changing times demand changing technologies, and Linda Grilz is doing her part to keep Pittsburg State University students up-to-date in the printing industry. For her work in establishing a variable and digital data printing class, Grilz was awarded the 2009 Innovation in Higher Education Award by the Electronic Document Systems Foundation (EDSF) this week at an international conference held in Philadelphia. Thu, 02 Apr 2009 09:53:46 CDT 76352 President Bryant to hold final Q&A with students http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/75812/3764 Students will have one last chance to get their questions answered directly by Pittsburg State University President Tom Bryant during the annual Presidential Q&A to be held at 6 p.m. Thursday, April 2, in the Crimson and Gold Ballroom in Overman Student Center. Tue, 31 Mar 2009 14:12:34 CDT 75812 Greeks raise money through "Rockin' for Robbie" http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/75656/3764 Members of Sigma Chi and Sigma Sigma Sigma, have organized “Rockin’ for Robbie,” a rock-a-thon designed to raise money for the Robbie Page Memorial Foundation. The rock-a-thon, which began Monday at noon, will run through noon on Wednesday, April 1. Tue, 31 Mar 2009 09:12:11 CDT 75656 Food & Culture Fair offers samplings from around the world http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/75519/3764 Pittsburg residents will get the chance to eat and shop their way around the world in one evening when the International Student Association at Pittsburg State University presents their annual Food and Culture Fair from 5 to 8 p.m. Saturday, March 28, at Memorial Auditorium. Fri, 27 Mar 2009 13:44:06 CDT 75519 Software donation creates new partnership for College of Technology http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/75514/3764 Thanks to a new partnership with the German company MAGMA, metal casting students at Pittsburg State University will have the chance to learn how to use the company’s software before they graduate. Recently, PSU became the only university in North American identified as a certification site for the software, known as MAGMASOFT. Fri, 27 Mar 2009 13:08:37 CDT 75514 Scholar, activist to speak on cultural understanding http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/75512/3764 An award-winning scholar, teacher and activist is set to visit Pittsburg State University as part of the Tilford Lecture Series. Fri, 27 Mar 2009 12:47:03 CDT 75512 KRPS membership drive asks listeners to be "pieces of the puzzle" http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/75339/3764 With state and federal budgets for public broadcasting shrinking, KRPS 89.9 FM at Pittsburg State University needs public support more now than ever. Wed, 25 Mar 2009 15:43:20 CDT 75339 Accounting, justice studies to offer "Adrian Project" to students http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/75323/3764 Two academic departments at Pittsburg State University will give their students a rare opportunity to work with the Internal Revenue Service investigating fraud cases. Wed, 25 Mar 2009 14:40:42 CDT 75323 Black Hawk landing features aircraft used in Iraq http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/75220/3764 ROTC cadets at Pittsburg State University will get a first-hand look at military equipment used in the current war when they take part in Air Mobility Training this week with two Black Hawk helicopters. Wed, 25 Mar 2009 10:23:42 CDT 75220 Teacher Interview Day reflects good outlook for jobs http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/75208/3764 While Pittsburg State University now offers degree programs in a huge variety of fields, the school started in 1903 as a training ground for teachers. Continuing that tradition, hundreds of education students and their potential employers filled the Weede Gymnasium Tuesday for the annual Teacher Interview Day. Wed, 25 Mar 2009 09:50:38 CDT 75208 Solo & Chamber Music Series features Capitol Quartet http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/75201/3764 The Pittsburg State University Solo and Chamber Music Series will continue with its fifth concert of the season with a performance by the Capitol Quartet, an acclaimed group of saxophonists, at 7:30 p.m. Friday, March 27, in McCray Recital Hall. Wed, 25 Mar 2009 09:25:12 CDT 75201 Police investigate dumpster blast http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/75175/3764 Explosion in dumpster. Tue, 24 Mar 2009 21:49:03 CDT 75175 Math receives big donation for scholarships http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/75173/3764 The Department of Mathematics received a big surprise this week when they were notified that an alumnae who passed away last year had left approximately $285,000 for math scholarships. Wed, 25 Mar 2009 13:53:57 CDT 75173 Technology students to be featured performers at international conference http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/75150/3764 A group of Pittsburg State University students will revive characters from the popular sitcom “Home Improvement” when their “Tool Time”-inspired skit will be a featured presentation at the International Technology Education Association conference in Louisville, Ky. Tue, 24 Mar 2009 15:04:00 CDT 75150 Poet delivers reading of heartening work http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/75134/3764 In honor of Women’s History Month, celebrated poet and author Annie Finch will present a reading of her work at 8 p.m. on Thursday, March 26 in the Governor’s Room of Overman Student Center. A reception will follow in the Heritage Room. Tue, 24 Mar 2009 15:15:04 CDT 75134 SIFE plans dress rehearsal http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/74840/3764 SIFE team readies for competition Thu, 19 Mar 2009 10:48:14 CDT 74840 Pittsburg band inducted into Kansas Music Hall of Fame http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/74077/3764 The Sensational Showmen, a rock and roll band based in Parsons and Pittsburg and active throughout Kansas in the late ‘60s and early ‘70s, was inducted into the Kansas Music Hall of Fame on Saturday, March 7, in Lawrence. Tue, 17 Mar 2009 11:29:38 CDT 74077 Faculty retiree dinner to honor 15 http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/73588/3764 Fifteen retirees will be honored next month at the Faculty and Unclassified Staff retirement dinner. Fri, 13 Mar 2009 11:45:20 CDT 73588 Kansas Polymer Research Center to receive $1.3 million for research, jobs http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/73358/3764 The Kansas Polymer Research Center at Pittsburg State University has announced the nod for nearly $1.3 million in federal money from the 2009 omnibus bill, providing the award-winning center with funding that will support additional research and jobs in agriculture and bio-based product technology. Thu, 12 Mar 2009 10:06:29 CDT 73358 Safe Spring Break activities prep students for week off http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/73011/3764 Several student groups at Pittsburg State University have joined together to sponsor a series of safety-themed events this week to help students prepare for spring break, which runs March 16-20. Tue, 17 Mar 2009 11:31:49 CDT 73011 Community Campaign: An opportunity to give back http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/72319/3764 The Pittsburg State University annual Community Campaign will kick off next week with a breakfast recognizing an area Partner in Progress and the request for support from area businesses. Fri, 06 Mar 2009 15:18:42 CST 72319 A "sweet" honor for 2009 Outstanding Faculty Award winners http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/72314/3764 Three veteran Pittsburg State University professors were named the 2009 Robert K. Ratzlaff Outstanding Faculty Award winners during Apple Day Convocation on Thursday, March 5, at McCray Recital Hall. Fri, 06 Mar 2009 14:49:15 CST 72314 Art exhibits explore life and death http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/72269/3764 Two art exhibits coming soon to Porter Hall at Pittsburg State University will offer differing looks at life and death. Fri, 06 Mar 2009 10:35:39 CST 72269 Festival features jazz great http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/71964/3764 PSU hosts 35th annual Jazz Festival Wed, 04 Mar 2009 16:19:15 CST 71964 Apple Day speaker recalls advances in women's athletics http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/71854/3764 As the Pittsburg State University women’s basketball team prepares to begin MIAA tournament play this week, the university is also celebrating 35 years of women’s intercollegiate athletics. In a nod to that milestone, the keynote speaker for PSU’s Apple Day celebration on Thursday, March 5, will be Sunny Pierce, a member of the women’s basketball team during the early years and a long-time teacher and coach at Girard High School. Wed, 04 Mar 2009 11:26:33 CST 71854 Choirs to perform Spring Concert for community http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/71412/3764 The choirs of Pittsburg State University will present their annual Spring Concert at 3 p.m. Sunday, March 8, in McCray Recital Hall. Tue, 03 Mar 2009 12:15:04 CST 71412 Apple Day Convocation looks back on Title IX http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/69797/3764 A piece of legislation that forever changed women’s athletics will be the topic of this year’s Apple Day celebration, set for Thursday at Pittsburg State University. Tue, 03 Mar 2009 12:44:14 CST 69797 Two alumni to receive Distinguished Service Award http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/69650/3764 Pittsburg State University will honor two alumni with the Dr. Ralph J. Thomas Distinguished Service Award at the annual Apple Day ceremony March 5. Wed, 04 Mar 2009 15:41:54 CST 69650 PSU Theater production to offer ‘silliness with edge’ http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/69595/3764 Tickets are available now for the Pittsburg State University Theater production of “tempODYSSEY,” a modern comedy about the search for personal identity. Mon, 02 Mar 2009 10:16:46 CST 69595 Gorilla racing team to hold fundraiser breakfast http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/69574/3764 Students in Pittsburg State University’s Formula SAE Gorilla Racing team will trade in their mud flaps for flapjacks with a breakfast fund-raiser to be held from 8 to 10 a.m. Saturday, March 7, at Applebee’s Neighborhood Bar and Grill in Pittsburg. Mon, 02 Mar 2009 09:58:58 CST 69574 Student group presents acclaimed play for women's charity http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/68478/3764 Students at Pittsburg State University are doing their part to raise awareness of violence against women and money for a local women’s center with two performances of Eve Ensler’s acclaimed play “The Vagina Monologues” to be held this weekend. Tue, 24 Feb 2009 10:43:40 CST 68478 Pitt State sets spring enrollment record, sees more full-time students http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/67601/3764 The Kansas Board of Regents has announced strong and steady enrollment numbers at Pittsburg State University, resulting once again in a record-setting spring semester headcount. Thu, 19 Feb 2009 12:03:18 CST 67601 University student ambassador applications available http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/66811/3764 Pittsburg State University Student Ambassador applications are now available and may be obtained in the Office of Admission, 107 Horace Mann, or accessed on-line at http://www.pittstate.edu/admission/undergraduate/ambassadors.dot. Tue, 17 Feb 2009 16:24:56 CST 66811 Up 'til Dawn fundraising results to be announced http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/66725/3764 Hundreds of Pittsburg State University students are expected to gather for an all-night party to celebrate the success of a student-driven fund-raiser for a children’s hospital. Tue, 17 Feb 2009 15:12:15 CST 66725 Group plans "Jeans for St. Jude" for PSU employees http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/64080/3764 A charity group at Pittsburg State University will soon give faculty and staff a good excuse to wear jeans to work. Tue, 17 Feb 2009 15:13:50 CST 64080 PSU opera groups to stage "The Pirates of Penzance" http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/64076/3764 Faculty members, students and community members will join forces to stage Gilbert and Sullivan’s comic opera “The Pirates of Penzance” at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 13, and 3 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 15, at Memorial Auditorium in Pittsburg. Tue, 10 Feb 2009 10:44:31 CST 64076 Solo & Chamber Music Series welcomes renowned baritone James Maddalena http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/64074/3764 Renowned baritone James Maddalena will take the stage as the fourth performer of this year’s Pittsburg State University Solo & Chamber Music Series at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 17, in McCray Recital Hall. Tue, 10 Feb 2009 10:03:46 CST 64074 PSU releases fall honor rolls http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/63662/3764 Pittsburg State University has released the honor rolls for the 2008 fall semester. Mon, 09 Feb 2009 10:17:17 CST 63662 Despite recession, Spring Career Day attracting employers http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/63613/3764 A slim job market won't stop 85 employers and graduate schools from visiting Pittsburg State University next week for the Spring Career Day, to be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 12, in the Crimson and Gold Ballroom of Overman Student Center. Wed, 11 Feb 2009 16:04:52 CST 63613 SIFE to shed light on business ethics http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/63515/3764 To help inform students and faculty at Pittsburg State University about the ethics of running a business, SIFE will hold a week of recognition Feb. 9-13. Each day that week, SIFE will have a new display in Overman Student Center pertaining to business ethics. Wed, 04 Feb 2009 16:15:53 CST 63515 What students on the job hunt should know: PSU offers ASK Week http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/63414/3764 Students have an opportunity to take part in a crash course on what it’s really like to get their first job during “A.S.K. (Alumni Sharing Knowledge) Week,” hosted by the Office of Alumni and Constituent Relations at Pittsburg State University. Wed, 04 Feb 2009 13:19:05 CST 63414 Gov. Sebelius urges employees to wear red Feb. 6 http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/63345/3764 Following is a letter from Governor Kathleen Sebelius to state of Kansas employees, asking them to recognize Friday, Feb. 6 as National Wear Red Day. Wed, 04 Feb 2009 09:43:21 CST 63345 PSU Women's basketball receives $100,000 donation http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/63253/3764 Pittsburg State University assistant athletic director for marketing and promotions Bill Kroenke announced today (Jan. 31) that the Gorilla Women's Basketball program has received a $100,000 donation toward a scholarship endowment fund from the Goppert Foundation. Tue, 03 Feb 2009 16:01:58 CST 63253 Actor-comedian presents show on substance abuse http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/63235/3764 John Morello will present "Dirt: A One Man Show of Substance Abuse and Choices" at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 11, in McCray Hall at Pittsburg State University. Tue, 03 Feb 2009 15:49:49 CST 63235 Guest pianist to perform at McCray http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/63187/3764 Pianist Slawomir Dobrzanski will perform works by Beethoven, Rachmaninov and Prokofiev in a free recital at Pittsburg State University at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 5. The recital will take place in McCray Recital Hall. Tue, 03 Feb 2009 14:33:45 CST 63187 Novelist, poet to present work at PSU http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/63105/3764 A fascinating poet and fiction writer will read from her work at 8 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 5, in 107 Grubbs Hall at Pittsburg State University. Dr. Stephen Meats, chair of the Department of English, said Bonnie Jo Campbell's work presents a worldview unlike any other. Tue, 03 Feb 2009 10:16:38 CST 63105 Visiting KU professor to speak on Parks' "Learning Tree" http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/62565/3764 Dr. John Edgar Tidwell, a professor of English at the University of Kansas and specialist of African American authors, will deliver "Gordon Parks' 'Learning Tree' Experience" at 4 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 19, in the Governors Room in Overman Student Center at Pittsburg State University. Mon, 02 Feb 2009 16:35:14 CST 62565 Professor to speak on political Islam http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/62513/3764 A Pittsburg State University professor hopes to demystify Islam and its impact on Middle East politics with an upcoming presentation, "What Is Political Islam?" Fri, 30 Jan 2009 11:11:59 CST 62513 College of Business celebrates prestigious accreditation http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/62029/3764 College of Business celebrates maintaining AACSB accreditation with a reception on Jan. 29 Wed, 28 Jan 2009 13:46:52 CST 62029 Actor, environmentalist to speak at PSU http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/61928/3764 Actor and environmentalist Ed Begley, Jr., will share his passion for living green. Tue, 27 Jan 2009 13:49:34 CST 61928 Workshop focuses on energy efficient building http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/61893/3764 PSU workshop focuses on energy efficient home building Mon, 26 Jan 2009 15:54:49 CST 61893 GusMail offers new way to stay connected to PSU http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/61638/3764 Past and present Gorillas will be able to stay closer to their alma mater than ever before thanks to a new Pittsburg State University e-mail system known as "GusMail." Fri, 23 Jan 2009 16:10:08 CST 61638 Rosmait named to advisory board for international publication http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/61497/3764 A technology professor at Pittsburg State University has been named to the advisory board of an international magazine on metal casting. Thu, 22 Jan 2009 14:50:27 CST 61497 PSU Phonathon goes high tech with new equipment http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/61440/3764 A new computerized autodialing system helped workers at the annual Fall Phonathon triple their total from last year, and officials expect even better results for the Spring Phonathon, set to start Sunday, Feb. 8. Mon, 02 Feb 2009 10:19:03 CST 61440 President outlines possible budget cuts for PSU http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/61220/3764 In a memo to all faculty and staff today, Pittsburg State University President Tom Bryant outlined the difficult budgetary road ahead for the university as the state of Kansas wrestles with major budget shortfalls. "The University will look different if significant reductions in the (State General Fund) become reality," Bryant wrote. Wed, 21 Jan 2009 15:24:13 CST 61220 Tickets on sale for Inaugural celebration http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/61009/3764 Tickets are on sale for a Presidential Inauguration celebration hosted by the Pittsburg State University Campus Democrats and the Green Gorillas. Tue, 20 Jan 2009 15:14:08 CST 61009 Application deadline nears for big NSF scholarships http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/60197/3764 In an economy where some potential college students are foregoing the dream of a four-year degree while watching their parents struggle to make ends meet, Randy Winzer wants them to know some valuable things in life really can be free - or at least very close to it. Thu, 15 Jan 2009 09:56:27 CST 60197 Family Night features food, Gorilla basketball http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/59818/3764 For Gorilla basketball fans, nothing's better than good sport and good food - especially when they're paired together at a great price. Tue, 13 Jan 2009 15:58:55 CST 59818 Returning students and faculty to see progress in Student Health Center http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/59548/3764 Students and faculty returning from winter break this Thursday will no doubt notice some big changes to the PSU horizon. With about one-third of their work behind them, construction crews are making headway on Pittsburg State University's new Student Health Center. Tue, 13 Jan 2009 16:01:08 CST 59548 City uses winter break at PSU for much-needed maintenance http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/57962/3764 After a week working under the front lawn of the Pittsburg State University campus, city crews have replaced wastewater lines almost as old as the university itself. Thu, 08 Jan 2009 16:02:29 CST 57962 PSU releases list of winter graduates http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/55974/3764 On Friday, December 19, more than 600 students are expected to participate in Pittsburg State University's 13th Winter Commencement exercises in the Garfield Weede Physical Education Building on the PSU campus. Fri, 20 Feb 2009 10:12:19 CST 55974 PSU hosts regional wheelchair basketball tournament http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/55185/3764 Five professional teams from Kansas, Missouri, Oklahoma and Arkansas are set to compete in the first-ever Mt. Carmel Medical Equipment Gorilla Invitational Wheelchair Basketball Tournament, to be held from Dec. 19-21 at the Student Recreation Center and Kansas National Guard Armory at Pittsburg State University. Sun, 01 Feb 2009 15:35:23 CST 55185 One year after ice storm, campus finishes replacing trees http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/54833/3764 This week marks one year since the historic ice storm of December 2007, an overnight system that caused magnitudes of damage to trees and power lines throughout the region. Fri, 12 Dec 2008 16:31:29 CST 54833 'Pitt Pal' to help American, international students forge friendships http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/54747/3764 A new program at Pittsburg State University will soon bring American and international students together to bridge cultural gaps and learn more about one another. Fri, 12 Dec 2008 14:43:49 CST 54747 PSU Foundation establishes fund to help family of Sodexo employees http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/54637/3764 A memorial fund has been set up through the Pittsburg State University Foundation to help a local family who lost two children in a house fire earlier this week. Fri, 12 Dec 2008 14:46:43 CST 54637 Graduates first to receive IKE honors http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/54365/3764 Three graduating seniors were recently recognized for being the first to complete a new program that emphasizes international learning and experiences. Wed, 10 Dec 2008 15:51:20 CST 54365 Students to reflect on Mumbai attacks http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/54216/3764 Students at Pittsburg State University will host a small ceremony to reflect on the loss of nearly 200 lives during recent terrorist attacks in Mumbai, India. Tue, 09 Dec 2008 14:56:39 CST 54216 Students receive national award for helping peers learn to deal with stress http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/54107/3764 A student group at Pittsburg State University has been awarded a national honor for a program designed to help students cope with the stresses of college life. Tue, 09 Dec 2008 10:44:57 CST 54107 Metal casting students make souvenirs, take home awards from conferences http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/53489/3764 Students and instructors in Pittsburg State University's metal casting program recently took part in two conferences, showing off some of their work at one while taking home scholarships from the other. Mon, 08 Dec 2008 09:41:39 CST 53489 Meritorious Achievement Award winners announced http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/52967/3764 Three Pittsburg State University alumni will be recognized during the upcoming 2008 Winter Commencement ceremony with the university's prestigious Meritorious Achievement Award. Mon, 09 Feb 2009 14:44:33 CST 52967 Experts to present on black bears, sea turtles http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/52887/3764 The Sperry-Galligar Audubon Society is bringing two speakers to Pittsburg State University whose jobs have brought them closer to animals than many people will ever experience. Wed, 03 Dec 2008 09:56:28 CST 52887 Jazz ensembles to perform http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/52677/3764 The PSU Jazz Ensembles will perform at 7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 4, at Memorial Auditorium. Three groups will perform, including PSU Jazz 1 and 2 and the visiting KMEA District 2 Jazz Ensemble. Tue, 02 Dec 2008 11:03:52 CST 52677 World AIDS Week recognized http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/52673/3764 Pittsburg State University will recognize World AIDS Week the first week of December with a slate of events to help commemorate those who have lost their lives to the disease and others who may be struggling with it. Tue, 02 Dec 2008 10:41:01 CST 52673 HGTV "Design Star" winner to speak at PSU http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/51886/3764 Jen Bertrand, winner of the 2008 HGTV "Design Star" competition, will soon visit Pittsburg State University to talk about her experience on the show and what she's learned about running a design business. Tue, 25 Nov 2008 14:04:51 CST 51886 Several vehicle donations for automotive technology http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/51486/3764 Students in automotive technology programs at Pittsburg State University have nearly $170,000 in new toys in the form of four late-model cars donated by various auto companies. Mon, 24 Nov 2008 10:15:55 CST 51486 Career Services reorganizes to better serve students http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/51198/3764 With a new career counselor for students and reorganization to the office, Career Services at Pittsburg State University is aiming for better efficiency when it comes to helping students find jobs. Fri, 21 Nov 2008 10:51:15 CST 51198 Family and Consumer Sciences Career Day http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/51186/3764 More than 250 high school students from area schools will learn about careers in early childhood education, family and consumer science teaching, fashion merchandising, and interior design during PSU's Family and Consumer Sciences Career Day on Monday, Nov. 24. The event runs from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. in the Overman Student Center and the FCS building. Fri, 21 Nov 2008 10:37:04 CST 51186 Volleyball Ends Season With Loss to West Texas A&M http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/78479/3764 The Pittsburg State Volleyball team finished its 2008 season with a 3-1 (20-25, 29-31, 25-22, 28-30) loss to West Texas A&M on Friday evening in the first round of the NCAA South Central Regional in Emporia, Kan. Thu, 09 Apr 2009 11:12:02 CDT 78479 PSU opens Music Preparatory School http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/51109/3764 The Pittsburg State University Department of Music has announced the establishment of the PSU Music Preparatory School, which will begin in January. Thu, 20 Nov 2008 15:44:44 CST 51109 Recreation major honored as HHPR Major of the Year http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/51088/3764 A recreation major at Pittsburg State University was recently recognized as PSU's Health, Human Performance and Recreation Undergraduate Major of the Year at a state convention. Thu, 20 Nov 2008 15:34:11 CST 51088 PSU bands plan free community Christmas concert http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/51052/3764 Cookies, the smell of apple cider and Christmas music from a marimba ensemble will greet concertgoers at a free community Christmas concert on Dec. 7. Thu, 20 Nov 2008 15:02:22 CST 51052 Technology hosts Four States Regional Technology Conference http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/50543/3764 That tradition will continue as students and faculty members from five universities and numerous junior high and high schools visit the Kansas Technology Center for a glimpse at the latest in technology and technology education during the 66th Annual Four States Regional Technology Conference, to be held Thursday and Friday, Nov. 20-21. Wed, 19 Nov 2008 16:00:30 CST 50543 ROTC cadets learn about career options http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/50525/3764 To help PSU juniors and seniors enrolled in the ROTC program figure out just which branch would suit them best, Stoner brought in 12 officers who have served in a variety of the Army's branches. Wed, 19 Nov 2008 14:41:46 CST 50525 Construction Alumni Association grants more than $30,000 in scholarships http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/50129/3764 The Pittsburg State University Construction Alumni Association is lending a helping hand to dozens of current construction students with a donation of $30,750 in scholarships. Tue, 18 Nov 2008 11:13:49 CST 50129 KRPS opens studios for live holiday performances http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/50098/3764 KRPS Public Radio, 89.9 FM, will kick off the holiday season with the second annual "Music, Memories and More: A KRPS Old-Fashioned Christmas Radio Special" from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 22. The special will take listeners on a trip through time to when radio was the primary source of entertainment for the family. Tue, 18 Nov 2008 10:35:17 CST 50098 Smokeout aims to help students kick the habit http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/50093/3764 Health and wellness-centric groups at Pittsburg State University are planning to help smokers kick the habit with various events to coincide with the 2008 Great American Smokeout, to be held Thursday, Nov. 20. Tue, 18 Nov 2008 10:27:36 CST 50093 International Education Week features Tastes and Sounds of Nations http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/49525/3764 Nearly 500 international students from 40 countries are attending Pittsburg State University this year, reflecting continued global interest in Pittsburg State University. To honor these students and their cultures, PSU will celebrate International Education Week, featuring a wide range of activities to be held Nov. 17-21. Thu, 13 Nov 2008 15:33:20 CST 49525 Building program helps kids learn real-life math skills http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/49516/3764 Perry Wilson seems right at home talking to sixth graders. In a way, he is home - he's sitting on the porch of the 8-foot by 10-foot house that he and a group of sixth-graders from Pittsburg Community Middle School just built from the ground up. Thu, 13 Nov 2008 15:01:19 CST 49516 Professor examines moral meaning of apology http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/49501/3764 McBain aims to tackle one everyday ethical issue with a public talk titled "But I Really Am Sorry! Rethinking the Moral Meaning of Apology," to be held at 3 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 19, in 409 Russ Hall. Thu, 13 Nov 2008 14:42:56 CST 49501 College of Business to offer Mini-MBA program http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/49073/3764 Ever wanted to learn more about running a business but lacked the time or money to pursue an MBA? The Kelce College of Business at Pittsburg State University may have a solution with their new Mini-MBA program. Wed, 12 Nov 2008 11:44:51 CST 49073 Pre-Med students offer free health screenings http://cms-test.pittstate.edu/permalink/49030/3764 Members of the Pittsburg State University Pre-Med Club are doing some hands-on advertising for the PSU Free Clinic, while earning valuable experience at the same time. Wed, 12 Nov 2008 10:24:33 CST 49030