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People with Purpose: Katie Thompson-Laswell
July 20, 2026Katie Thompson-Laswell is preparing future educators and caregivers to build healthier childhoods and stronger communities.
K-State launches new training program for academic advisors
July 20, 2026Academic advisors build trusting and individualized relationships with students, help them enroll in courses, navigate degree requirements and plan for post-graduation. K-State's new...
Making sense of media noise
July 17, 2026Andrew Smith, professor of practice and assistant director for news and sports media, explains why factual accuracy remains the core of professional journalism.
Artistic experiences for every Kansas backyard
July 17, 2026K-State graduate Layne McAfee uses art, museum exhibits and community events to strengthen rural Kansas communities and make artistic experiences more accessible.
From the heartland to the US Air Force
July 15, 2026From flying his first airplanes in high school to leading strategic planning for the U.S. Air Force, Matthew Shelly's journey began at K-State Salina. The Air Force colonel recently...
Powercat Financial announces Sara Ray as director
July 15, 2026Effective Aug. 2, Powercat Financial will be guided by Sara Ray. Ray brings more than a decade of collegiate financial wellness leadership to the role.
High-stakes engineering in a kiddie pool
July 13, 2026Mixing high-stakes engineering with an Indy 500-themed backyard kiddie pool, a team of K-State students is hoping to return as champions again from the hands-on, real-time ASABE Fountain...
People with Purpose: Jay Harris
July 13, 2026Jay Harris' leadership helps connect Kansas communities with research-based education that improves lives.
K-State brings together global experts to strengthen animal health preparedness
July 10, 2026K-State and the National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility brought together more than 110 leaders from industry, government and academia for a global symposium focused on strengthening...
A first taste of KāState
July 9, 2026Every summer, thousands of middle and high school students come to Manhattan for camps that introduce them to new careers, new friends and, for many, their first glimpse of what life...