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How KVDL rabies testing protects Kansas people and animals

For more than a century, K-State has helped protect people and animals through rabies testing, surveillance and research at its Kansas Veterinary Diagnostic...

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Eavesdropping on hidden bugs

Some crop pests are nearly impossible to see — but they may still be making noise. Research led by entomology graduate student Emily Sur is testing a new...

A group of young elementary school children interact with senior citizens at a breakfast table in a nursing home.

Bridging generations

What can happen when a nursing home and an elementary school share a roof? K-State researchers spent a year finding out at the Logan LIFE Center in rural northwest...

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A second chance at K-State

Many students are forced to leave college due to life circumstances, such as health challenges, family crises or financial difficulties. When they reach a point...

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Where progress leads next

Learn more about what's next for K-State as shared by President Richard Linton during the 2026 State of Our University address.

Justin Kastner

People with Purpose: Justin Kastner

A professor in the Department of Diagnostic Medicine and Pathobiology, Justin Kastner encourages students to learn complex subjects through fresh perspectives,...

 

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