UFM Community Learning Center

UFM Community Learning Center UFM is a non-profit campus and community education program serving Kansas State University, Manhattan, and communities across Kansas.

UFM offers a variety of classes and learning opportunities for people of all ages and interests. These classes are an excellent way to sample an activity without a large commitment of time or money, and a great opportunity to try a new skill. Other UFM programs include the Manhattan Community Garden, which provides low-cost gardening space, a Teen Mentoring program that provides support, encouragement and life skills training to local youth, and the Lou Douglas Lecture series, which brings nationally and internationally known speakers to the community.

Ready to bring the flavors of Korea into your own kitchen? Join us for a hands-on Korean cooking class where you’ll lear...
09/18/2026

Ready to bring the flavors of Korea into your own kitchen? Join us for a hands-on Korean cooking class where you’ll learn authentic dishes while exploring the culture and traditions behind them. On September 26th from 11:00 AM–1:00 PM, you’ll make Bibimbap, a popular Korean rice dish topped with seasoned vegetables, and Korean Egg Soup. This welcoming class is open to all skill levels and gives you practical techniques you can recreate at home. ❤️

📅 Be sure to enroll by September 25th!

🔗 Enroll here: https://bit.ly/4dMRIan

No school Sept. 25? Make it a UFM-DAY!Our first UFM-DAY of the school year is coming up Friday, Sept. 25! UFM-DAY is for...
09/16/2026

No school Sept. 25? Make it a UFM-DAY!
Our first UFM-DAY of the school year is coming up Friday, Sept. 25! UFM-DAY is for students in kindergarten through fifth grade and gives kids a fun place to spend the day when USD 383 is out for Professional Development Days.
Kids will spend the day with UFM staff enjoying hands-on activities, trying new things, making friends, and having fun!
Friday, Sept. 25 | 7:30 am–5:30 pm
Grades K–5 | UFM Community Learning Center
Space is limited, so register early! Learn more and register at --> bit.ly/4gqXLlL

Can’t join us in person tonight? Tune in live!The 2026 Lou Douglas Lecture featuring Dr. Kerry Magro, Ed.D., begins at 7...
09/14/2026

Can’t join us in person tonight? Tune in live!

The 2026 Lou Douglas Lecture featuring Dr. Kerry Magro, Ed.D., begins at 7:00 p.m. tonight!

Dr. Magro will present “Building Better Together: Lessons in Partnership from the Autism Community.”

🔗 WATCH LIVE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BCdsfBzbbFw

We are looking forward to a great evening! Learn more about Dr. Kerry Magro and the Lou Douglas Lecture at tryufm.org/lou-douglas.

09/14/2026

Just a couple hours away from Dr. Kerry Magro’s Lou Douglas lecture: building better together: lessons in partnership from the autism community. Come in person to Forum Hall at the K State union or tune in live.

Today is the day!We hope you will join us in person tonight for the 2026 Lou Douglas Lecture featuring Dr. Kerry Magro, ...
09/14/2026

Today is the day!

We hope you will join us in person tonight for the 2026 Lou Douglas Lecture featuring Dr. Kerry Magro, Ed.D. We would love to fill Forum Hall!

🎤 “Building Better Together: Lessons in Partnership from the Autism Community”
⏰ Tonight at 7:00 p.m.
📍 Forum Hall, K-State Student Union
🎟️ Free and open to the public

Planning to join us tonight? Register for FREE here: forms.gle/y3kSgyzrmZBCdNgW9

Come spend the evening with us and hear Dr. Magro share his experiences and insights on building stronger partnerships and communities.

Can’t make it to Forum Hall? A livestream will also be available for those who aren’t able to attend in person.

🔗 Livestream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BCdsfBzbbFw

Tomorrow is the Lou Douglas Lecture! Join us Monday for several free events with Dr. Kerry Magro, Ed.D., a nationally re...
09/14/2026

Tomorrow is the Lou Douglas Lecture!

Join us Monday for several free events with Dr. Kerry Magro, Ed.D., a nationally recognized autistic speaker, best-selling author, and advocate. He’ll share his experiences and talk about how stronger partnerships can make a difference for neurodiverse individuals.

Before the lecture:

• 3 p.m. – Meet-and-greet with Dr. Kerry Magro + refreshments
📍 Field Hall Atrium

• 4 p.m. – “Facilitating Learning Across a Spectrum of Learners” with Dr. Shannon Locke
📍 Fiedler Learning Commons (1093 Fiedler)

• 5 p.m. – K-State student panel
📍 Fiedler Learning Commons (1093 Fiedler)

Then at 7 p.m., join us for the 2026 Lou Douglas Lecture:
“Building Better Together: Lessons in Partnership from the Autism Community”
📍 Forum Hall, K-State Student Union

All events are free and open to the public!

Planning to attend the Lou Douglas Lecture? Please Register for FREE:
https://forms.gle/y3kSgyzrmZBCdNgW9

Teamwork makes the dream work! 🚓✨ The UFM ABLE Program wants to give a HUGE shoutout to the RCPD for coming out and spen...
09/13/2026

Teamwork makes the dream work! 🚓✨ The UFM ABLE Program wants to give a HUGE shoutout to the RCPD for coming out and spending time with our K–5 students as part of our ABLE Leadership curriculum! Our kids had a blast learning more about law enforcement, asking questions, and getting to talk with the people doing such important work in our community.

Through hands-on conversations and activities, our students are learning what it means to be a good citizen, a supportive teammate, and a great friend. From communication and cooperation to building confidence and helping others, these are important leadership skills that our students can carry with them into their schools and communities. Thank you, RCPD, for making learning so much fun and showing our young leaders just how much we can accomplish when we work together! 💙

Lights, sirens, and lots of learning! Our UFM ABLE youth had an amazing time visiting the Manhattan Fire Department at F...
09/12/2026

Lights, sirens, and lots of learning! Our UFM ABLE youth had an amazing time visiting the Manhattan Fire Department at Fire Station Headquarters! The kids toured the station, checked out a fire truck, and even saw a hazardous waste truck up close. It was a fantastic opportunity for our K–5 students to learn more about the important work MCFD does in our community, ask questions, and see teamwork in action. We’re so grateful to the Manhattan Fire Department for welcoming our students and making this such a fun and memorable community-engaged experience. Thank you for having us, and we’re excited to come back soon!

No school Sept. 25? Make it a UFM-DAY!Our first UFM-DAY of the school year is coming up Friday, Sept. 25! UFM-DAY is for...
09/11/2026

No school Sept. 25? Make it a UFM-DAY!

Our first UFM-DAY of the school year is coming up Friday, Sept. 25! UFM-DAY is for students in kindergarten through fifth grade and gives kids a fun place to spend the day when USD 383 is out for Professional Development Days.

Kids will spend the day with UFM staff enjoying hands-on activities, trying new things, making friends, and having fun!

Friday, Sept. 25 | 7:30 am–5:30 pm
Grades K–5 | UFM Community Learning Center

Space is limited, so register early! Learn more and register at --> bit.ly/4gqXLlL

Address

1221 Thurston Street
Manhattan, KS
66502

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 12pm
1pm - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 12pm
1pm - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 12pm
1pm - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 12pm
1pm - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 12pm
1pm - 5pm

Telephone

(785) 539-8763

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