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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.
Latest Campus impact
A stronger, healthier, more modern K-State
On the occasion of his retirement, we look back at how President Richard Myers’ leadership changed K-State for the better.
The incredible Dr. Erickson gives back
At 83, Larry Erickson is not riding the bench. Larry is an alumnus, professor emeritus of K-State’s Carl R. Ice College of Engineering, former director of the Center for Hazardous Substance Research, author, mentor, husband and president of the Kansas Square Dance Association. His dedication to students, the university, his field and to the environment keeps him actively teaching, researching and giving to K-State.
A living learning landscape
The Meadow at K-State’s Beach Museum combines art and science in a natural setting.
Keeping the Wildcat family together
Through student philanthropy, K-State Proud ensures that no student has to choose between paying their bills and continuing their education.
Streamlining the scholarship system
The K-State Scholarship Network helps students find funds fast.
A journey of hope
“Without Kansas State, my story would be very different.”
A passion for the Chisholm Trail
Ken Selzer gave to support award-winning book by historian, Jim Sherow
New beginnings
Joe Mocnik brings experience and Wildcat passion as the new dean of K-State Libraries
Balancing act
Academic career, family life or both? While the personal aspect of this choice can be daunting, it’s often the financial aspect that causes students the most stress. Enter K-State’s Global Campus scholarship, which alleviates the financial burden many online students feel when furthering their education.
Changing the face of education
From the age of five, Dr. Eva Kleinpeter can remember her parents emphasizing the importance of education and hard work. Growing up poor in Layfette Parish, Louisiana, Eva began her education at Mouton Switch, a two-room segregated schoolhouse. Walking miles from her home to get to school, she recalls the teachers giving everything to help the students read and write.