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K-State Research and Extension
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Tuesday, November 19, 2024

The Tuesday Letter is a weekly email to approximately 2,500 faculty and staff of K-State Research and Extension and the College of Agriculture, providing recipients with timely announcements and updates.

From KSRE Administration

Much to be Thankful For
Extension Annual Meetings give plenty of reasons to be thankful.
Shout Out: Tawnie Larson
This week the Shout Out is from Rebecca McFarland, Frontier District Director; and is sent for Tawnie Larson, Project Consultant, Carl and Melinda Helwig Department of Biological and Agricultural Engineering.
January 1 Deadline to Submit Excellence in Board Leadership Assessment
It's time for local units to work with their boards to complete the Excellence in Board Leadership Assessment that is due January 1.
Minton to champion philanthropic efforts for K-State's Agriculture Innovation Initiative
Ernie Minton will transition into a new role supporting the College of Agriculture, effective July 1, 2025, focused on driving the Agriculture Innovation Initiative's philanthropic priorities. Minton will continue as dean through June 2025.

Volunteer Opportunities

Register Now for Achieving the Extension Mission Through Volunteers (AEMTV)
Registration is now open for the course, Achieving the Extension Mission Through Volunteers.

Health and Wellness

Community Health Corner
National Rural Health Day logo
The Community Health Corner provides tools you can use to support Extension's Grand Challenge for Health.

Extension Professional Trainings

CE Opportunity - Fall Webinar Series: Cancer Prevention and Screening in Action
Get CE credit & join us on Tuesday, Nov 19th at 12-1 PM (CT) for our "Lung Cancer Screening & Prevention" webinar. 1st of a 5-part series on cancer screening & prevention this Fall. Hosted by KDHE, KCP, & MCA. See flyer for details.
Farm Management PFT Ag Agent Update Training
All extension agents and extension specialists are encouraged to attend the Farm Management PFT Agent Update on Dec. 18th at the K-State Salina Campus, College Center Conference Room 103.

Publications Update

Extension Updates
This week’s updates include an updated publication about a universally disliked Kansas pest, the chigger. Also updated is a guide addressing nitrate and groundwater.

Calendar of Events