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From rivalry to results

March 11, 2026

K-State and KU may be fierce rivals on the field and on the court, but they’ve long been teammates in labs and Kansas communities, tackling problems that matter to our state.

EngagementEconomic developmentTop storiesNext-Gen K-StateResearch
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K-State surges in national research rankings

March 9, 2026

K-State's research and development expenditures are growing, which means more innovative solutions for Kansans and global communities. K-State climbed 14 spots in the latest federal...

Top storiesNext-Gen K-StateCampus lifeResearch
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People with Purpose: Chuck Laughlin

March 9, 2026

As a McPherson County Extension agent focused on family and community wellness, Chuck Laughlin leads programming that helps residents build relevant life skills and meaningful connectio...

ExtensionCommunity health and well-beingEngagementNext-Gen K-StatePeople with PurposeTop stories
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Recipe for success

March 6, 2026

Through the Campus Restoration Act, BIVAP will modernize its facilities, accelerating the development of value-added agricultural technologies and promoting operational excellence.

Next-Gen K-StateResearchBiosecurityOne K-StateSustainability
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Cancer rates are rising in western Kansas. K-State is helping community members address the issue

March 5, 2026

The Johnson Cancer Research Center is leading a community-driven effort to address residents' concerns about rising cancer rates and implement solutions to reduce these risks in three...

ResearchCommunity health and well-beingEngagementWaterNext-Gen K-StateTop stories
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The sound of rural school music

March 4, 2026

What started as a small independent study is now a thriving certificate program at K-State. Students in the newly-created instrument repair certificate and minor are building in-demand...

Academic innovationEngagementTop storiesMusic Theatre and DanceArts and SciencesNext-Gen K-State
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Protecting the nation's poultry supply

March 3, 2026

New research at K-State aims to tackle one of the most significant threats to global animal health and food security — highly pathogenic avian influenza — by using mealworms, a...

ResearchNext-Gen K-StateVeterinary MedicineTop storiesBiosecurityAgriculture
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People with Purpose: Ronnie Grice

March 2, 2026

For more than three decades, Ronnie Grice shaped public safety at Kansas State University by leading with presence, mentorship and a steady commitment to service.

Top storiesFaculty and staffEngagementNext-Gen K-StatePeople with Purpose
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K-State leads international collaboration for next-gen global agriculture solutions

March 2, 2026

K-State researchers are developing an AI-driven system to help soybean farmers worldwide as part of an international project funded by the National Science Foundation.

Enabling technologiesTop storiesEngineeringNext-Gen K-StateAgricultureGlobal food securityAgTechResearch
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Small batches, big ambitions

Feb. 27, 2026

From sourdough startups to statewide networks, K-State's Community Food Systems team connects small business entrepreneurs with the tools, labs and partners to grow local food systems.

EngagementExtensionCommunity health and well-beingNext-Gen K-StateAgricultureTop stories
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