Campus impact
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Latest Campus impact
Give till it hurts
Bill and Cindy Keller find joy in supporting athletics, alumni and students In most competitions, there’s a winner and a loser. But Bill and Cindy Keller believe that to succeed in business and life, it should be win-win. The Kellers, who own and operate […]
True friends of K-State
Medal of Excellence honorees Steve and Cathy Lacy cherish their K-State friends and opportunities From childhood pals to college companions, to neighbors and coworkers, friends add a wonderful dimension of enjoyment to our lives. But part of having good friends is being a good […]
Reflecting the society we serve
K-State’s model for bringing more underserved students to the (drafting) table wins accolades The best way to ensure tomorrow’s designs meet the needs of a large and varied population is to educate a large and varied group of designers and architects today. In the […]
Business beyond books
K-State’s Executive Mentor Program levels up students’ professional growth It’s not about what you know, but who you know. And one of the most relevant tools for students tackling post-graduation life is the ability to network and form connections. To help students build these […]
Building glass-ceiling breakers
Women in Business Summit empowers network of future leaders The business world is known for being male dominated, but the clock is ticking. Women in the business world are making strides toward equal representation, growing women-owned businesses in the U.S. by 114% within the […]
From the outside in
K-State professor’s research connects nature-based physical activity and mental health practices In 2024, 70% of college students reported they’ve struggled with their mental health since starting college. Recognizing the mental health crisis sweeping campuses across the country, many universities are concerned. K-State kinesiology associate […]
Chemistry computerized
K-State chemist’s study of ion atmospheres lands million-dollar grant Paul Smith, professor and associate head of chemistry in the College of Arts and Sciences, is used to asking big questions. “As a physical chemist, I want to know why things happen — or don’t […]
Framing a future for the fifth-year fellowship
A gift from the estate of Donald G. (1935-2016) and Susie R. (1936-2023) Wilson to the College of Architecture, Planning and Design has undoubtedly made a bigger impact than the Wilsons could have predicted. As the largest APDesign commitment to date at approximately $13 […]
Beefing up the beef industry
K-State professor receives award celebrating innovations in agriculture Kansas is a powerhouse in the beef industry, thanks in part to K-State agricultural economics professor Ted Schroeder. Schroeder, a university distinguished professor, received this year’s Gardiner Innovation and Excellence Award, which recognizes K-State College of […]