Campus impact
You don’t have to look far to see the impact of philanthropy at K‑State. Gifts power everything from scholarships and professorships to new buildings and major scientific breakthroughs. See what your gift can do.
The makings of a modern classroom
Leveled-up learning spaces fuel new teaching methods A classroom is a classroom is a classroom, right? Wrong. In the modern academic landscape, antiquated learning spaces struggle to keep pace. K-State’s new and renovated classrooms are equipped with interactive technology that streamlines the delivery and […]
Beyond theory
Gifts fuel K-State’s applied learning initiative Is there a correlation between high-flavonoid foods and cancer? That is just one research project Duru Dogan ’24 tackled during her undergraduate years at K-State, where she majored in statistics, political science and French. She also studied abroad […]
Sustaining the mission of principled business
The Center for Principled Business (CPB) at Kansas State University has received a transformative leadership-level gift to support the long-term sustainability of its mission. This significant anonymous investment marks a milestone in the center’s growth and reflects a growing momentum among supporters who believe […]
Latest Campus impact
Service in action
Helping make life a little easier for others drives John and Kate Strautman’s philanthropy at K-State and elsewhere. Work hard, don’t worry about failing, learn from your mistakes and keep your integrity. Live life as a privilege with selfless exceptionalism, being grateful for opportunities. […]
Rewarding relationships
K-State student athlete puts academics into practice at her inspirational internship with a retirement home. When you hear the word “reward,” you probably think of a trophy, a sweet treat or money. But sometimes the most meaningful reward comes from lending a helping hand […]
Prairie prosperity
K-State announces its new agritourism certificate to boost economic development. The expanse of the heartland prairie is filled with farming wonders. Large combines rove across the golden wheatfields, and tractors pulling heavy machinery roar on the horizon. Cattle of assorted colors speckle the landscape, […]
Rock-a-bye piggy
K-State’s new swine nursery provides researchers with pristine facilities to further piglet nutrition. The room is filled with gentle oinks and squeals, creating a cacophony of cuteness. Little pink piggies bustle about joyfully as caretakers track their health and nutrition in K-State’s brand-new swine […]
CTRLing online hate
K-State psychology professor’s unique research leads fight against cyberbullying Bullies no longer need to crowd around lockers; they have screens. Dr. Chris Barlett, a K-State graduate and associate professor, has spent years researching the factors that influence aggressive behaviors in digital spaces. Driven by […]
AI meets H2O
Kansas Water Institute unlocks digital blueprint for cleaner water What if AI, often considered a “dirty” word, was the key to clean water? While Kansas faces water-related challenges like groundwater depletion, water quality issues and outdated infrastructure, K-State’s Kansas Water Institute has set its […]
Putting the soul in soil
Landscape architecture professor wins national award for community-centered classroom approach. For Kirby Barrett, assistant professor in landscape architecture and regional and community planning, teaching is much like design: deeply rooted and always growing. Receiving the Teaching (Junior) award from the Council of Educators in […]
Sustaining the mission of principled business
The Center for Principled Business (CPB) at Kansas State University has received a transformative leadership-level gift to support the long-term sustainability of its mission. This significant anonymous investment marks a milestone in the center’s growth and reflects a growing momentum among supporters who believe […]
Beyond theory
Gifts fuel K-State’s applied learning initiative Is there a correlation between high-flavonoid foods and cancer? That is just one research project Duru Dogan ’24 tackled during her undergraduate years at K-State, where she majored in statistics, political science and French. She also studied abroad […]
Translating tech for the masses
K-State Salina introduces technical writing program for professionals Part of K-State’s mission to extend education beyond the boundaries of campus, continuing education and immersive training through K-State Salina helps professionals excel in high-demand fields. The latest is an online certificate in technical writing. For […]