Katey Walker Extension Development Fund
Award Information
Purpose of the Award
The Katey Walker Extension Development Fund honors Dr. Walker for her outstanding contributions to K-State Research and Extension. The award, presented annually, will support innovative educational program methods, evaluation, documentation and/or marketing by family and consumer sciences extension professionals. Katey served as the Extension Family Resources and Public Policy Specialist in the School of Family Studies and Human Services from 1984-2003.
Eligibility
This fund supports local and/or area extension programs that address issues affecting Kansas individuals, families, and/or communities. Priority consideration will be given to public policy education, leadership development, program assessment, and family proposals.
Funding
For 2006, two to three awards in the $200-$400 range will be funded. Awards will be payable to the extension offices that sponsor the programs or projects. The awards may fund development of educational and marketing materials, evaluation designs, printing, postage, meeting costs, speaker honoraria, and other operating expenses.
Application
Complete the application form and return it to the College of Human Ecology Dean’s Office no later than September 1. Forms can be mailed to Dean’s Office, College of Human Ecology, Kansas State University, 119 Justin Hall, Manhattan, Kansas 66506 or attached to an email and submitted to the following address hiett@ksu.edu.
Inquiries about the application process should be directed to Interim Dean Virginia Moxley by calling 785-532-5500 or by email at moxley@ksu.edu.
Due Date
Application deadline is September 1. Submit application materials (no more than two to three pages) to the Kansas State University College of Human Ecology Dean’s Office.
