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People with Purpose: Kevin Santos Flores
Through his role as director of student engagement and belonging, Kevin Santos-Flores works to cultivate a community of connection...
People with Purpose: Erika Geisbrecht
As a professor in the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biophysics, Erika Geisbrecht is helping to answer some of...
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People with Purpose: Kevin Santos Flores
Aug. 17, 2026Through his role as director of student engagement and belonging, Kevin Santos-Flores works to cultivate a community of connection and collaboration.
People with Purpose: Erika Geisbrecht
Aug. 10, 2026As a professor in the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biophysics, Erika Geisbrecht is helping to answer some of science's biggest questions — while preparing students to...
People with Purpose: Kim Coy
Aug. 3, 2026For Kim Coy, supporting students goes far beyond the classroom. Through thoughtful gestures, meaningful connections and a commitment to making every visitor feel welcome, she's spent...
People with Purpose: Rob Sanders
July 27, 2026Through guidance, encouragement and practical support, Rob Sanders is a trusted career-readiness resource for students.
People with Purpose: Katie Thompson-Laswell
July 20, 2026Katie Thompson-Laswell is preparing future educators and caregivers to build healthier childhoods and stronger communities.
People with Purpose: Jay Harris
July 13, 2026Jay Harris' leadership helps connect Kansas communities with research-based education that improves lives.
People with Purpose: Alex Wimmer
July 6, 2026As K-State's director of bands, Alex Wimmer shares how music brings people together, why investing in the process matters and how helping students grow as musicians and people gives...
People with Purpose: Mariah Welton-Crouser
June 29, 2026As a compensation analyst, Mariah Welton-Crouser helps balance organizational needs with fairness for employees.
People with Purpose: Ambyr Rios
June 22, 2026Through her work preparing secondary literacy educators, Ambyr Rios builds confident, effective classroom leaders who inspire a passion for learning.
People with Purpose: Libby Thorson-Kahl
June 15, 2026Through her work with the Center for Advocacy, Response and Education, Libby Thorson-Kahl ensures student voices feel heard.
