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Kansas State Collegian

The independent student news publication at Kansas State University

Kansas State Collegian

Hale Library hosted Purple Pride Putt Putt on Aug. 20. K-State President
Richard Linton made an appearance at the event and took a few swings
on the mini golf course.

Students play mini golf and discover library services

Cole Bertelsen, editor-in-chief August 24, 2024
President Linton calls event a “fun way to feel comfortable coming into a library.”
Madison Werth, Taylynne Charf and Laci Kirchhoff hike trails around Manhattan to relax after classes. While they’re hoping to find the hidden ticket for $5,000, the benefits from their hike
together are rewarding on its own.

Local bank hides ticket for $5,000 on Manhattan area trail

Kaitlynn Faber, arts & culture editor August 23, 2024
Outdoor Bank brings back the golden ticket after previous scavenger hunt’s success.
Arms out to the crowd, then-senior wide receiver Malik Knowles celebrates after scoring a touchdown on November 26, 2022. K-State beat the University of Kansas 47-27.

Wildcats in the NFL: Former K-State stars look to impress in preseason

Toby Hammes, sports editor August 23, 2024
Young pros plan to showcase their talents.
New track and field coach Tara Davis-Woodhall points up in celebration after her competition. (Photo Courtesy of U.S. Track and Field)

Wildcats in the Olympics: Looking at K-State representation in Paris 2024

Toby Hammes, sports editor August 23, 2024
Wildcats compete at the world’s biggest stage.
Then-sophomore linebacker Desmond Purnell holds his hand up after the K-State defense stopped NC State short of a first down. K-State won the Pop-Tarts Bowl Dec 28, 2023 with a defensive unit composed of many players returning for 2024.

Countdown to Kickoff: Previewing K-State’s ‘deep’ and dominant defense

Toby Hammes, sports editor August 17, 2024
Looking into the Wildcats’ defensive unit in 2024.
USC transfer Jayce Woodward competes in her first contest as a Wildcat. K-State lost to Nevada 2-1 to open the 2024 season. (Photo courtesy of K-State Athletics)

K-State soccer falls to Nevada in season opener

Toby Hammes, sports editor August 16, 2024
Wildcats suffer 2-1 defeat to begin 2024.
Quarterback Avery Johnson displays his speed during the Pop-Tarts Bowl. The Wildcats won the bowl game Dec 28, 2023 with a final score of 28-19 against North Carolina State.

Countdown to Kickoff: Previewing an ‘explosive’ K-State offense in 2024-25

Toby Hammes, sports editor August 10, 2024
Starting off our Countdown to Kickoff with a look at the Wildcats’ high-speed offense.
A voter drops his ballot into the ballot box at the Riley County Republican Party Presidential Caucus Mar. 5, 2016, at Manhattan High School.

The 2024 Election: A case study on unprecedented times

Adilae Hollister, staff writer August 6, 2024
This election year is unusual because of several notable political events.
Furniture Amnesty Day was held in City Park in 2022. This year the event is being held 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 26. (Courtesy photo)

Annual Furniture Amnesty Day held in City Park

Adilae Hollister, staff writer July 26, 2024
Furniture Amnesty Day allows local residents to donate old furniture and shop the donated furniture for free.
Travelers headed west on I-70 slow down due to accumulations of hail on the highway after storms caused problems April 26, 2016. (Archive photo by Evert Nelson | The Collegian)

Kansas Turnpike turns to cashless tolling

Adilae Hollister, staff writer July 10, 2024
Effective July 1, the turnpike no longer uses a manual tolling system, instead transitioning to a cashless system with online payments.
K-State players hold up a "We Own This State" sign following the 31-27 win over the Kansas Jayhawks Nov. 18 at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium.

BREAKING: Five-star Linkon Cure commits to K-State

Toby Hammes, sports editor July 1, 2024
Wildcats land coveted tight end over Kansas and Oregon.
Pitcher Blake Dean walks off the field against BYU on May 18. Dean, a freshman, helped the Wildcats reach the 2024 Super Regionals and will aim to be key to the Wildcats taking the next step.

K-State baseball falls to Virginia in Super Regional

Trey Thomas, sports writer June 11, 2024
Battle of clutch batting favors Virginia in fight for the College World Series.
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