One K-State Fund

Achieving excellence as a next-generation land-grant university requires adapting our processes, systems and structures. Learn more about the K-State strategic projects that are driving changes in the way we work together as One K-State.

Explore Our One K-State investments (eid/password required)

Currently Funded Projects

Academic Innovation

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Invest up to $1 million in new academic programs, including microcredentials.

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Ensure our academic portfolio meets the changing needs of students.

Research

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One-time, one-year awards to support research, scholarly work or creative activities.

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Develop and expand digital agriculture capacities to enhance the lives of Kansans, now and into the future.

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University-level institute for collaborative water-related research, teaching and engagement.

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Kansas State University's integrated academic, research and engagement information management system, designed to elevate and streamline how academic achievements are shared and leveraged across the institution.

K-State Workforce

Anderson Hall

Update facilities that support cutting-edge research and foster interdisciplinary collaboration.

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Recognizing outstanding faculty members who are on an accelerated path for academic distinction.

Student Experience

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Providing every degree-seeking student with applied learning experiences before they graduate, fulfilling our commitment to prepare students for life beyond K-State.

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Provide financial assistance to graduate students nearing the completion of their graduate degree who encounter financial challenges.

Engagement

$2.3 billion generated in economic impact for Kansas

Detailed report acknowledging K-State as a driving force in enhancing the well-being of Kansas, the nation and the global community.

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Kansas State University's partnering urban design nonprofit impacting Kansas City and communities across the state.

Operational Excellence

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A unified, comprehensive performance appraisal process and electronic learning and performance management system.

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An optimized universal time and leave system for use university-wide.

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A modern and optimized travel and expense system used across the university.