Cimarron Donates Trailer Lease to K-State ASI Animal Facilities
MANHATTAN, Kan. – Kansas State University Animal Sciences and Industry department is excited to announce that Cimarron Trailers has donated the lease of a 20-foot Lonestar gooseneck stock trailer to be used by the ASI campus animal units. “We’re extremely grateful for Cimarron’s generosity and its support of our department,” said Mike Day, KSU ASI […]
Make a difference – Adopt a highway
It’s never too late to participate in the Kansas Department of Transportation’s Adopt-A-Highway program. New groups can always join to make a difference in communities and help the environment at the same time. In addition, KDOT created an incentive stipend last year for groups that actively participate in the program to help with increased amounts […]
K-State’s Sue Peterson to retire in April
MANHATTAN — When the final gavel falls this legislative session, Sue Peterson, chief government relations officer and assistant to the president for Kansas State University, sets her sights on a new initiative: retirement. Peterson will retire after nearly 34 years of service to the university on April 7. “Sue has had an amazing career at K-State […]
K-State’s College of Agriculture selects new class of ambassadors for 2023
MANHATTAN — The Kansas State University College of Agriculture has selected 39 students to serve as ambassadors.The College of Agriculture Ambassadors are student leaders devoted to sharing their experiences and supporting prospective K-State students who may be interested in academic programs within the college. Whether creating meaningful connections with prospective students and their families, providing campus […]
All In for K-State raises $1,051,199 to brighten the financial futures of K-State students
MANHATTAN — One-third of K-State students surveyed said they’d considered dropping out due to finances. For many, the stress of making ends meet disrupts their ability to learn. On March 22, All In for K-State, the university’s day of giving, raised $1,051,199 to bring financial education to all new students, equipping them with the knowledge […]
Now is the time to plant strawberries
K-State horticulture expert says the cool weather allows strong root systems to establish By Maddy Rohr, K-State Research and Extension news service MANHATTAN, Kan. — The current cool period is perfect for starting strawberry plants in Kansas, said Kansas State University horticulture instructor Cynthia Domenghini. She said mother plants should be set from mid- to […]
Barton Academic Integrity Campaign: Respect
March 30, 2023 Story and photo by Joe Vinduska This is part three of a series on the importance of academic integrity at Barton. The college will feature student stories throughout the spring semester that help showcase values of academic integrity. These values include trust, responsibility, honesty, courage, fairness, and respect. Barton at Fort Leavenworth student […]
Webinar to address grass turnout in western Kansas
Cattle producers weighing high prices for feed, drought-stressed pastures K-State Research and Extension news service MANHATTAN, Kan. – A pair of factors created by drought through much of the Midwest is weighing on western Kansas cattle producers’ decisions on when to turn their herds out on grass this spring and summer. “When and how grass […]
Former Health Care Worker Sentenced for Fentanyl Thefts
KANSAS CITY, KAN. – A former nurse was sentenced to 12 months and a day in prison for stealing fentanyl from two hospitals where she worked. Faith Naccarato, 42, of Kansas City, Missouri, pleaded guilty to two counts of tampering with a consumer product and two counts of possession of fentanyl by deception and subterfuge. […]
Governor Kelly Proclaims May “Jewish American Heritage Month”
TOPEKA – Today, Governor Laura Kelly signed a proclamation declaring May “Jewish American Heritage Month.” The proclamation was presented to the Combat Antisemitism Movement while the organization met at the Statehouse. The Governor was joined in standing against antisemitism by the Kansas House and Senate, both of which passed resolutions celebrating Jewish American heritage. The proclamation honors […]