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Comments from K-Staters

Lydia Peele

K-State student body president

"I am confident that Kirk Schulz will continue to take K-State to the next level of success. His passion for leading our university was obvious while visiting with various constituents on campus, and especially with the students. I am excited for the future of our school, and am happy to welcome Dr. Schulz to the K-State family."

Nelson Galle

chair of the search committee

"We are fortunate to have Kirk Schulz as the next president of Kansas State University. I am confident he will do an excellent job of leading K-State into the future."

Fred Fairchild

president of faculty senate and professor of grain science and industry

"The faculty and unclassified professionals welcome Dr. Kirk Schulz as the new president of Kansas State University. Dr. Schulz brings a strong background in 'shared governance' by seeking and sharing faculty input in the university decision making process. His administrative experience, enthusiasm and initiative will set a progressive course for the future of Kansas State University."

Amy Button Renz

president and CEO, K-State Alumni Association

"On behalf of more than 155,000 graduates, we look forward to the Dr. Schulz administration. We’re very proud of our K-State family, and we know our alumni and friends are excited to welcome him, his wife, Noel, and their family to the university. We also are grateful to Chair Nelson Galle and the search committee for doing an outstanding job of seeking input from many alumni, faculty, staff, students and the Manhattan community during this process. Dr. Schulz is an excellent choice."

Gary Hellebust

president and CEO, KSU Foundation

"The staff and volunteers of the KSU Foundation are delighted to welcome Dr. Kirk Schulz, and his wife, Dr. Noel Schulz, to K-State. Dr. Schulz has a record of leadership that is characterized by collaboration among all university constituencies, including students, faculty, donors, alumni and friends. K-State has been extremely fortunate in having Dr. Jon Wefald as president for the past 23 years. He and Ruth Ann have created a legacy of achievement. We are certain that this transition in leadership marks the beginning of another period of growth and achievement for Kansas State University."

Jackie Hartman

chair, K-State Alumni Association Board of Directors

"This announcement marks the transition of eras from Dr. Wefald to Dr. Schulz. Jon and Ruth Ann have left a tremendous legacy at K-State, and we are very pleased to welcome Dr. Schulz, his wife, Dr. Noel Schulz, and their family as he begins his presidency. The Alumni Association has enjoyed a strong relationship with the university. We are confident Dr. Schulz’s vision and leadership will help us build on those vital partnerships to advance our university’s excellence for years to come."

Lee Harris

chairman, KSU Foundation Executive Committee

"Dr. Kirk Schulz is an outstanding choice as the next president of K-State. He has a solid record of achievement as an administrator and an academician. His vision and leadership skills will be a tremendous asset to K-State in the coming years. We are delighted to add our welcome to Dr. Schulz and his wife, Dr. Noel Schulz. We know they will continue to build K-State's reputation of prominence. At the same time, the KSU Foundation Board of Trustees recognizes the incredible leadership of Dr. Jon Wefald and his wife, Ruth Ann, who have created a significant legacy at K-State."