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Spinning sustainable food packaging
Elif Peker, a spring 2026 master's graduate in food sciences, is developing methods that can electrospin sorghum byproducts...
Engineering a global perspective
A two-week study abroad course challenged students to connect engineering, sustainability and cultural perspectives while...
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A first taste of K‑State
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...
Spinning sustainable food packaging
July 8, 2026Elif Peker, a spring 2026 master's graduate in food sciences, is developing methods that can electrospin sorghum byproducts into useful, biodegradable packaging that can extend the...
Designing with light
July 6, 2026From immersive spaces to original lighting products, APDesign students demonstrated creativity and technical skill in the 2026 Rensen House of Lights Student Design Competition.
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...
Engineering a global perspective
July 6, 2026A two-week study abroad course challenged students to connect engineering, sustainability and cultural perspectives while building confidence as future professionals.
Carl R. Ice College of Engineering names Pahwa interim associate dean for research and graduate programs
July 1, 2026Anil Pahwa has been named interim associate dean for research and graduate programs for the Carl R. Ice College of Engineering by interim dean Bradley Kramer, effective June 29.
Outstanding K-State graduate researchers recognized for advancing discovery in human health and agricultural pest management
July 1, 2026Three K-State doctoral students have earned 2026 Sarachek Predoctoral Honors awards for research pushing the boundaries of science and innovation. From new strategies to fight antibiotic-resistant...
Powercat Motorsports finishes top three at Formula SAE Michigan
June 29, 2026The team's trend of constant improvement at the competition continued in 2026 with the club cracking the top three at Formula SAE Michigan, once again resetting the mark for the best...
K-State graduate student explores cattle grazing as invasive grass management tool
June 29, 2026Tasha Macholan is studying whether one routine management decision — where producers place cattle supplement — could improve calf performance while helping manage invasive Old World...
People with Purpose: Mariah Welton-Crouser
June 29, 2026As a compensation analyst, Mariah Welton-Crouser helps balance organizational needs with fairness for employees.