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  • May 19, 2023

    Brad Behnke named interim dean of College of Health and Human Sciences

    Brad Behnke, professor and associate dean of research and graduate studies in the Kansas State University College of Health and Human Sciences, will serve as interim dean of the college, effective July 1. Behnke was appointed to the position by Charles Taber, provost and executive vice president, following an internal search. Behnke will serve while […]

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  • May 16, 2023

    Health and Human Sciences Extension specialist selected for regional award

    Elaine Johannes is the recipient of the North Central Region’s 2023 Excellence in Extension Award. This award recognizes Cooperative Extension professionals who excel at Extension programming, make a positive impact on constituents served, and provide visionary leadership for the System. Johannes is the Kansas Health Foundation Distinguished Professor in Community Health and is a State […]

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  • May 12, 2023

    Health and Human Sciences recognizes spring 2023 outstanding seniors

    The College of Health and Human Sciences is proud to recognize the 2023 spring outstanding senior award winners. This year’s outstanding senior award winners were nominated by faculty and staff within each of their respective programs. Three different award categories are awarded. The Engagement Award is given to graduating seniors who have made exemplary contributions […]

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  • May 11, 2023

    College of Health and Human Sciences recognizes outstanding graduate students

    The College of Health and Human Sciences is proud to recognize our spring 2023 outstanding graduate students from across the college. Awards are presented for outstanding research, teaching, engagement and outreach, leadership, and overall outstanding graduate student. Faculty and staff from each department nominated and selected all award winners. “Graduate students serve as the backbone […]

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  • May 11, 2023

    Interior design student selected for NEWH scholarship

    Christianna Kasunic, sophomore from Overland Park, has been awarded a scholarship through NEWH, an international community that connects professionals in the hospitality industry, and provides scholarships, education, leadership development, recognition of excellence and business development opportunities. Members of NEWH, Inc. are professionals actively engaged in development, management/ operations, architecture, communications, design, distribution, education, manufacturing, production, […]

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  • May 10, 2023

    Health and Human Sciences announce annual faculty and staff awards

    Seven faculty members along with one staff member were recipients of annual awards presented by the College of Health and Human Sciences. Glade Topham, professor in couple and family therapy, was awarded the Dawley-Scholar Award for Faculty Excellence. The Dawley-Scholer Award recognizes and rewards outstanding achievement in the area of student development resulting in the […]

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