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Doing good for Kansas
Jan. 14, 2026In recognition of the university's commitment to partnering with Kansas communities, K-State is one of more than 200 universities to receive the Carnegie Foundation's Community Engagement...
New K-State research seeks to help children breathe easier and avoid respiratory infection
Dec. 22, 2025Respiratory syncytial virus, more commonly known as RSV, sends thousands of young children to the hospital each year, and treatment options remain limited. New research from the College...
K-State biosecurity center secures grant to boost animal disease preparedness training
Dec. 17, 2025K-State's National Agricultural Biosecurity Center will utilize a new USDA grant to lead multistate tabletop exercises and workbooks that will immerse extension professionals in realistic...
K-State team produces award-winning documentary on food insecurity in Kansas
Dec. 10, 2025K-State students and faculty members came together through the Hungry Heartland project to produce "The Table We Share," an award-winning documentary addressing food insecurity in Kansas...
K-State veterinarian shares tips to keep pets safe during the holiday season
Dec. 2, 2025Keep the holiday season cheerful by protecting pets from potential hazards. Susan Nelson, clinical professor and veterinarian at the Hill's Pet Health and Nutrition Center, shares tips...
K-State veterinarian shares Thanksgiving pet safety reminders
Nov. 25, 2025Thanksgiving brings family, food and festivities, but it can also bring hidden hazards for pets. Susan Nelson, clinical professor and veterinarian at K-State's Hill's Pet Health and...
K-State Family Center now accepting new clients for therapy services
Nov. 24, 2025If the holiday season or end-of-semester stress has you needing extra support, the K-State Family Center is here to help. The center is accepting new clients and offers sliding-scale...
People with purpose: Laura Miller
Nov. 10, 2025With a strong commitment to advancing agile approaches for preventing infectious diseases in dogs and horses, Laura Miller focuses on transforming research into real-world solutions...
Groundbreaking graduate work recognized by K-State's highest-ranking professors
Nov. 7, 2025From advancing global food security to transforming agricultural byproducts into sustainable materials and uncovering new insights into muscle degenerative disorders, three K-State...
K-State First Book panel explores the impact of intergenerational programs
Nov. 6, 2025K-State Libraries will host a K-State First Book panel discussion at 3 p.m. Monday, Nov. 10, featuring the Logan Intergenerational Family Education, or LIFE, Center in rural Kansas.