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Tuesday, Oct. 28, 2025

State/Regional

How K-State is using AI to address hiring shortages in rural Kansas
10/27/25 The Topeka Capital-Journal
Kansas State University is recognizing a need in rural communities. Adam Walker, KSU alumni association president, said the K-State community has seen rural communities struggle with a lack of resources. It is because of this struggle that KSU has begun developing an AI program to connect alums with job opportunities in rural areas.

Local

K-State Extension Geary County Awarded Extension Outstanding Local Unit Award
10/28/25 JC Post
K-State Extension Geary County was recently awarded the Outstanding Local Unit Award by Kansas State University Extension for their work in the 2025 programming year. This award is given to one county or district Extension unit each year to celebrate their success in the last programming year and accomplishments made in improving the lives of Kansans, their livelihoods and communities through education, research, engagement and leadership.