ARTS AND SCIENCES
Elsewhere on campus
Explore all the opportunities in K-State’s biggest college. Browse each department’s table in the Union to learn about majors and clubs. Other exhibits are available across campus.
Art
Demonstrations and displays. Willard Hall.
Cancer research
Johnson Cancer Center tours. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., 1 Chalmers Hall.
Chemistry
Glassblowing demos. 10 a.m. and noon, 114 Willard Hall.
Magic show. 11 a.m., quad north of Hale Library (114 Willard Hall in bad weather).
History
See Civil War-era historical figures come to life by the Lecompton Reenactors. 10 a.m., quad between Waters Hall and Hale Library.
Math
Olympiad. 9 a.m. to noon, 101 Cardwell Hall.
Military science
Rock climbing towers, Strength in Action Tour robots, flight simulators, and more. Mid-Campus Drive in front of Anderson Hall.
Physics
Fun demonstrations in 143 Cardwell Hall and main entrance.
Favorite physics demos at 12:30 p.m., 103 Cardwell Hall.
Activities in the union
Exhibits located on the Union’s ground floor
Aerospace studies
Talk to the staff and cadets, or stop by the Union to find out more about ROTC.
American ethnic studies
Explore race and ethnicity: play diversity games and win prizes.
Anthropology
Discover past and present cultural traditions of human beings from around the world.
Art
Feeling creative? Watch art students spin the pottery wheel, or buy a piece of fine pottery. Chat with art students about our 10 areas of concentration—from graphic design to painting. Our 2009 spring scholarship exhibits will also be on display throughout the three floors of Willard Hall.
Biochemistry
Want to know the secrets of life? Become a biochemist. Learn how molecules work inside a living cell. View a slide show of research activities, and meet insects used in research on campus.
Biology
View displays from the student chapter of the Wildlife Society and the microbiology club. Examine living organisms used in genetic studies, take a biology knowledge quiz, and get information about the Konza Prairie.
Chemistry
See glassblowing shows at 10 a.m. and noon in 114 Willard Hall. See weird science with a chemistry magic show at 11 a.m. in the quad, north of Hale Library; the show will move to 114 Willard Hall if the weather is bad.
Economics
Take an economics quiz, play the bull-bear game, and explore what’s new in the world of economics.
English
Love to read? Love to write? English is for you! Explore one of K-State’s most versatile degrees. See the poet-in-a-box. Take a literary quiz to win a free book. Celebrate National Poetry Month by choosing a poem that speaks to you. See what English offers for avid readers and creative writers.
Geography
View flat maps, computer maps, student projects, geography-related publications, and illustrations on global climate change.
Geology
See a full-size cast of a T. Rex skull. Look through a slice of solid rock. Watch a plume of polluted water move through a model window of the ground beneath us. Try to identify minerals (fool’s gold, anyone?).
History
We have so many stories to tell—and so little time! See the notorious Lecompton Reenactors perform scenes from the Civil War in full period costume in the quad between Waters Hall and Hale Library.
International and Latin American studies
Curious about the world? Test your knowledge of your neighbors by taking an international studies quiz.
Johnson Center for Basic Cancer Research
Tour a laboratory in the cancer center to learn how the center supports faculty and students doing cancer research.
Journalism and mass communications
Learn more about the fast-paced world of journalism, electronic media, advertising, and public relations. Watch live coverage of Open House, produced by our students and broadcast throughout the Union and on K-State TV, local cable channel 8. Visit Wildcat 91.9, K-State’s award-winning student radio station, on the first floor of the Union to start your broadcasting career. Learn how the prized Kansas State Collegian and Royal Purple are produced in Kedzie Hall.
Kinesiology
Visit the kinesiology booth to learn more about the department and the importance of a physically active lifestyle.
Mathematics
Who will be the math whiz? Find out when students compete in the Manhattan Mathematical Olympiad from 9 a.m. to noon in 101 Cardwell Hall. Competitions for grades 5-6, 7-8, and 9-12. Discover the many career opportunities open to math graduates.
Military sciences
Target success. Stop by our table to learn more about our pre-professional program, which includes leadership development, military skills, and adventure training. Be sure to try out our rock-climbing wall at Bosco Student Plaza, outside the Union.
Army ROTC will host the army’s Strength in Action Tour, which includes interactive displays for leadership, army robotics, flight simulation, and team building. Mid-Campus Drive in front of Anderson Hall.
Modern languages
Try one of our mini-classes to learn your language level. Learn your name in Japanese. Get information on language minors, majors, and departmental summer programs abroad.
Music
Like to sing? Play a horn? Consider getting free seats on the 50-yard line at football games by becoming involved in marching band. Take the stage at McCain Auditorium as a member of the symphony orchestra. Learn how to get involved in performing ensembles and other opportunities in music.
Open option
Explore your options for choosing a major in any college at K-State.
Philosophy
Want to hone critical reasoning skills that are so important in a range of occupations and professions? Learn how a philosophy degree is excellent preparation for law school. Explore the nature of scientific reasoning and deep questions in moral and political philosophy.
Physics
Keep your hands on physics with user-friendly demonstrations you can touch! Sparks will fly, ion winds will blow, and music will be in the air as the physics club hosts hair-raising demonstrations and hands-on activities for all to enjoy in Cardwell’s main entrance and 143 Cardwell Hall.
A collection of our favorite, fun physics demonstrations will be presented at 12:30 p.m. in 103 Cardwell Hall.
Political science
Take a computer quiz to test your political science knowledge.
Pre-health
Interested in a health care career? K-State is a great place to start. Stop by to find out how K-State can help you prepare for a career in health care.
Pre-law
See how any major can lead you to law school and a satisfying career in the legal profession.
Primary texts
Read it in the original! Learn about the valuable new certificate that can be added to any major.
Psychology
See our tightrope-walking rats! Ask us about psychology as a major and a career.
Social work
Want to make a difference? You could change someone’s life—or maybe the world. Check out social work.
Sociology and criminology
Are you naturally curious about people and society? Do you want your career to be one that serves people? Sociology might be the major for you. Come hear about all the obvious and not-so-obvious career paths chosen by sociology graduates.
Speech communication, theatre, and dance
Admire trophies from K-State’s highly successful forensics teams. Imagine yourself on stage: see our display of theatre costumes and videos of K-State dance and theatre productions.
Statistics
Do you enjoy solving problems? Do you like working as part of a team? If so, statistics may be the career for you. Come hear about the opportunities awaiting you in this exciting field.
Women's studies
Decorate gingerbread women and learn about women in Kansas history.