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YOUR FIRST WEEK AT K-STATE From the time you uttered your first syllable, took your first step, or earned your first driver’s license, your life has been a never-ending succession of firsts. As you make your way to K-State, get ready for another first round. To make the most out of your K-State firsts, check this list of important events from your first day of class (August 25) to your first day off. See our complete list of important dates

 
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Where do you turn if you're writing your first big paper and run into trouble with research? A librarian, of course. And they're not old-fashioned at Hale Library. IM, e-mail, text, or call.  
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COLLEGE PACKING GUIDE How much stuff can you cram into your college room? Lots. Our trusty packing guide outlines everything you should bring and—just as important—leave behind.  Check our guide.  
PERK UP YOUR COLLEGE PAD Give your pad some personality. Follow these steps
to make your room a stylish space. 		 
PICK THE RIGHT CLUBS FOR ULTIMATE COLLEGE The puzzle pieces have begun to come together.
Now fill out the rest and pick a club to join. 		 
TAKE A BIG BITE OUT OF THE LITTLE APPLE Follow our pointers on things to do around town.
Explore K-State and the Little Apple. 		 
ASK THE ROOMMATE GURU Know the secrets for surviving your roommate?
Our expert tips can take your living experience to a higher state of harmony. 		 
NEED FRIENDS? HERE’S HOW TO MAKE THEM Nervous about cracking the social scene? To build your core group of friends, try these sure-fire techniques.  
HUNT FOR THE VALUED DIPLOMA Once the first test rolls around, you find out all about cramming. But there’s a better academic approach,
and we can help.
  NATURAL DISASTERS Katrina, Midwest floods, Asian earthquakes. You’ll learn how these occur and how they affect us all. Read about more cool classes.  
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  She earned her way to the wrestling mat in high school, and once at K-State took off for Spain on a study abroad trip. Her sight-seeing jaunts took her to a bullfight and a distinctive beach. Read more.