A positive force for the Kansas economy.
As Kansas' land-grant institution, K-State was founded on a promise — that a university should serve everyone, not just the few. That promise is still being kept. With a presence in all 105 counties, no other university in the state is more deeply woven into the fabric of Kansas communities. Through extension, research, economic development, teaching, and partnership, we meet Kansans where they are — in every corner of the state — and work alongside them to build stronger communities, a stronger workforce, and a stronger Kansas.
We will...
- grow our statewide economic impact to more than $3.5 billion by 2030.
- build 550 partnerships at all levels, that drive community collaboration and investment.
- be a positive force for Kansans, placing 1.16 million direct extension contacts across the state.
- increase our community-engaged learners to 3,200 in communities throughout Kansas.
$2.3 billion
in annual economic impact
Since 2010
Community Engagement Classification
awarded by the Carnegie Foundation
over 350K
volunteer hours in Kansas communities
Key focus areas
From healthcare access and educational equity to economic development and social justice, we leverage K-State's research and partnerships to create lasting solutions that strengthen the foundation of thriving communities.
The Institute for Community Health and Well-being operationalizes our efforts to address challenges facing Kansas by integrating teaching, research and engagement into communities.
Rural Grocery Initiative
Sustaining locally-owned rural grocery stores to enhance community vitality and improve food access.