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'Digging in the biological sandbox'

March 9, 2026

From studying protein structures to mentoring graduate researchers, Brian Geisbrecht is helping uncover new clues about the human immune system. His work has earned him recognition...

ResearchArts and SciencesFaculty and staffTop stories
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The sound of rural school music

March 4, 2026

What started as a small independent study is now a thriving certificate program at K-State. Students in the newly-created instrument repair certificate and minor are building in-demand...

Academic innovationEngagementTop storiesMusic Theatre and DanceArts and SciencesNext-Gen K-State
A male college student in a purple polo works with pieces of metal at a music instrument repair workbench.

Will gas hit $4? K-State economist breaks down the numbers

March 3, 2026

It may be months or even years before the long-term geopolitical ramifications of this weekend's airstrikes in Iran become clear, but Gregg Ibendahl, associate professor of agricultural...

AgricultureArts and SciencesTop storiesResearch
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Rafferty, Holmes, Rishi and Albin honored as Faculty of the Week

March 2, 2026

Four faculty members were honored over the weekend at the Feb. 28 men's basketball game and the March 1 women's basketball game.

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Experience, reflection and relationships

Feb. 17, 2026

Hosted by the Staley School of Leadership, Alternative Breaks give K-State students the opportunity to spend their college breaks serving, building professional skills and connecting...

Staley School of LeadershipStudent experienceVeterinary MedicineStudent storiesArts and Sciences
Madeleine Pike stands to the left wearing a purple K-State shirt, and Roberto Maldonado Flores stands to the right, also wearing a purple shirt, with other students in Dallas, Texas.

Ruth Welti receives Higuchi-KU Endowment Research Achievement Award

Feb. 17, 2026

Ruth Welti, university distinguished professor, has received a 2026 Higuchi-KU Endowment Research Achievement Award, the state higher education system’s most prestigious recognition...

Arts and SciencesFaculty and staffResearch
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People with Purpose: Jin Lee

Feb. 16, 2026

Enhancing culture is the goal in every room Jin Lee enters. As an associate professor of psychological sciences, Lee aims to make workplaces safer and healthier — and students more...

Community health and well-beingNext-Gen K-StateTop storiesArts and SciencesPeople with Purpose
Jin Lee, wearing a black turtleneck and jeans, helps two students sitting at a table with computer work. Standing in the middle and leaning over the table, Lee points to the student's computer on his right. Both students look at the screen attentively.

Biomanufacturing initiative links education, industry and workforce needs

Feb. 13, 2026

Kansas State University is continuing the Multidisciplinary Hiring Initiative in Biomanufacturing with four new faculty hires whose work strengthens research, training and workforce...

Arts and SciencesNext-Gen K-StateGlobal food securityEngineeringCommunity health and well-beingFaculty and staffResearchBiosecurity
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K-State students prepare for careers with funded summer experiences

Feb. 13, 2026

K-State students pursued professional development dreams around the world last summer thanks to the university's Mark Chapman Scholars Program. Applications are open now for the 2026...

Student experienceArts and SciencesCampus life

Building a BrAND

Feb. 2, 2026

As he prepares to retire after more than 33 years as K-State Bands director, Frank Tracz reflects on his legacy and his constant ideal to "leave it better than you found it."

Arts and SciencesTop storiesFaculty and staffCampus lifeMusic Theatre and Dance
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