Latest Health and Human Sciences News
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September 11, 2025
Lacy's Fresh Fare and Catering open for fall semester
Lacy's Fresh Fare and Catering, located inside Justin Hall, has begun their lunch service for the fall semester. The popular on-campus lunch destination is a student-run fast-casual restaurant featuring fresh salads, sandwiches, wraps and more at an affordable price. This semester, guests can enjoy an expanded selection of grab-and-go items including salads, yogurt parfaits and […]
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August 8, 2025
Amy Fitzgerald slated to lead physician assistant program
After a national search, the College of Health and Human Sciences has named Amy Fitzgerald as the new program director for K-State’s physician assistant, PA, program. Fitzgerald brings over 30 years of clinical experience in emergency medicine and a strong background in PA education and program leadership. With four academic degrees, two from K-State, and […]
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August 8, 2025
Health and Human Sciences advisor receives Outstanding Faculty Advisor Award from NACADA
Rob Pettay, instructor and advisor of kinesiology, received the 2025 Outstanding Faculty Advisor Award from NACADA. Pettay has served as an instructor and advisor for the kinesiology program since 1998. He is a three-time K-State graduate, earning two master’s degrees and his doctorate degree. He received his bachelor’s degree from Emporia State University. “Dr. Pettay […]
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August 8, 2025
Health and Human Sciences faculty recognized at Kansas ACTE conference
The Kansas Association for Career and Technical Education, K-ACTE, held its annual conference this year in Manhattan. Two Health and Human Sciences faculty members were recognized with awards during the conference. Shandi Andres received the Educator of the Year Award. Anders is an instructor in the family and consumer sciences education program and serves as […]
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June 30, 2025
Health and Human Sciences realigns departments into new school structures
The College of Health and Human Sciences announced a restructuring, moving programs from a department format to a school format. The reorganization will improve coordination across programs, increase opportunities for collaboration within and across schools and clarify the areas of study and focus for external audiences. This new structure not only strengthens the ability to […]
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June 10, 2025
K-State Family Center receives grant to provide therapy services to local couples and families
The K-State Family Center, a state-of-the-art therapy training and service center located on K-State’s campus, has received a grant from the local organization, LightMHK, to provide up to 10 free therapy sessions for up to 25 local couples or families. The purpose of the grant is to support direct patient care costs for clients with […]