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Lafene Health Center offers cost-effective, health and well-being services to K-State students. Located near the corner of Claflin and Sunset, the facility offers services ranging from general healthcare to Counseling and Psychological Services, also known as CAPS.
K-State experiencing record number of flu cases in over two decades 
Seaton Hall houses several academic departments, primarily the College of Architecture.
Out of Space | Seaton under construction to hold more students
An employee for Kansas State Facilities clears the entrance steps to Fairchild Hall in the afternoon of Tuesday, Feb. 18. Employees arrived on campus at 5 a.m. Tuesday morning to begin clearing campus of the winter storm.
Campus open despite extreme cold Tuesday, offers free parking in garage
K-State in-game host Keaton Coad helps her National Girls and Women in Sports Day shadow read the pregame player introductions before K-State women's basketball's matchup with UFC on Saturday, Feb. 15. (Photo Courtesy of K-State Athletics)
K-State women athletes host youth athlete clinic for girls in sports
Groups of students flocked to Memorial Stadium on Feb. 12 to play snow football after classes were cancelled on account of winter weather.
Campus snow day recap
The empty lot between Chipotle and Kite's on 12th and Moro has talk of constructing a hotel.
City commission approves new hotel construction
K-State head soccer coach Mike Dibbini sits on the sideline during at game at Buser Family Park. Dibbini stepped down as head coach after the 2024 season. (Photo courtesy of K-State Athletics)
Mike Dibbini stepping down as K-State soccer head coach
K-State students pack Bramlage Coliseum March 24, 2024, with a sold-out crowd. The Wildcats hosted the first weekend of the 2023-24 NCAA Tournament. (Archive Photo by Avery Johnson | COLLEGIAN MEDIA GROUP)
BREAKING: K-State lands five-star Jordan Speiser commitment
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
Coach Jerome Tang joins the students in the Wabash at the end of the game against Texas Tech. K-State won the matchup against the Red Raiders on Jan. 21, 2023 at home, 68-58.
BREAKING: K-State lands top-portal prospect Coleman Hawkins
Guard Cam Carter puts his hand up in the "3" sign after hitting a 3-pointer against Iowa State. Carter went 3-8 on 3s in the 65-58 upset, finishing the game with 21 points.
BREAKING: Cam Carter enters transfer portal
Lafene Health Center offers cost-effective, health and well-being services to K-State students. Located near the corner of Claflin and Sunset, the facility offers services ranging from general healthcare to Counseling and Psychological Services, also known as CAPS.
K-State experiencing record number of flu cases in over two decades 
Seaton Hall houses several academic departments, primarily the College of Architecture.
Out of Space | Seaton under construction to hold more students
An employee for Kansas State Facilities clears the entrance steps to Fairchild Hall in the afternoon of Tuesday, Feb. 18. Employees arrived on campus at 5 a.m. Tuesday morning to begin clearing campus of the winter storm.
Campus open despite extreme cold Tuesday, offers free parking in garage
Groups of students flocked to Memorial Stadium on Feb. 12 to play snow football after classes were cancelled on account of winter weather.
Campus snow day recap
On Tuesday, pro-life speaker Seth Gruber visited the Student Union after an invite from Young Americans for Freedom.
Pro-life speaker comes to university
High School students listen speakers discuss women in finance on Women in Finance Day at the Business Building.
K-State celebrates Women in Finance Day
Lafene Health Center offers cost-effective, health and well-being services to K-State students. Located near the corner of Claflin and Sunset, the facility offers services ranging from general healthcare to Counseling and Psychological Services, also known as CAPS.
K-State experiencing record number of flu cases in over two decades 
An employee for Kansas State Facilities clears the entrance steps to Fairchild Hall in the afternoon of Tuesday, Feb. 18. Employees arrived on campus at 5 a.m. Tuesday morning to begin clearing campus of the winter storm.
Campus open despite extreme cold Tuesday, offers free parking in garage
K-State in-game host Keaton Coad helps her National Girls and Women in Sports Day shadow read the pregame player introductions before K-State women's basketball's matchup with UFC on Saturday, Feb. 15. (Photo Courtesy of K-State Athletics)
K-State women athletes host youth athlete clinic for girls in sports
The empty lot between Chipotle and Kite's on 12th and Moro has talk of constructing a hotel.
City commission approves new hotel construction
Avian influenza, also known as the bird flu, has had a rise in cases among cats this season. Veterinarians can test pets for this flu, similar to testing for respiratory illnesses.
‘Cats Against Cat Flu | K-State vets discuss avian influenza
On Tuesday, pro-life speaker Seth Gruber visited the Student Union after an invite from Young Americans for Freedom.
Pro-life speaker comes to university
Former K-State men’s basketball star Michael Beasley smiles on the sideline at Bramlage Coliseum on Saturday. Beasley, a former No. 2 overall NBA Draft pick, returned to Manhattan for the Wildcats’ Sunflower Showdown win over rival Kansas. He was arrested Sunday morning at the Manhattan airport for marijuana possession.
Former Wildcat’s basketball player arrested for marijuana possession
Riley County Police Department officers (left) Gage Whitmore, Dakota Davis, Julia Raymann and Carson Lang, knocking on doors along Vattier street on Feb. 5.
‘It’s not a free-for-all’ | RCPD knocks on doors with warnings before Fake Patty’s Day
RCPD said two overnight shootings are linked
$5,000 generator stolen from pet grooming trailer
Woman killed in knife attack
Record-breaking number of vehicle burglaries committed last month
Record-breaking number of vehicle burglaries committed last month
Trump signs an executive order in Capital One Arena on Jan. 20, 2025. Trump signed 35 orders in his first week. (Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons)
First Week in Office | Trump signs record-high number of executive orders
President Donald Trump was sworn in on Jan. 20, 2017 at the U.S. Capitol building in Washington, D.C. He holds his left hand on two versions of the Bible, one childhood Bible given to him by his mother, along with Abraham Lincoln’s Bible. (Photo courtesy of The White House)
Former President Trump to return to White House
House candidate Angel Roeser and Senate candidate Brad Starnes celebrate their simultaneous lead in the Kansas general election on Nov. 5.
Kansas Remains Red | Election results at the state, local level
Kansas House | Roeser wins District 67
Kansas House | Roeser wins District 67
Swing State | AP calls Trump win in North Carolina
Swing State | AP calls Trump win in North Carolina
Swing State | Trump leads Michigan
Swing State | Trump leads Michigan
K-State in-game host Keaton Coad helps her National Girls and Women in Sports Day shadow read the pregame player introductions before K-State women's basketball's matchup with UFC on Saturday, Feb. 15. (Photo Courtesy of K-State Athletics)
K-State women athletes host youth athlete clinic for girls in sports
Ayoka Lee looks to the basket to score. The Wildcats beat Arizona State 81-69 on Jan. 19 at Bramlage Coliseum.
Know Your Opponent | K-State looks for Sunflower Showdown sweep
K-State associate head coach and offensive coordinator Matt Wells calls out to the offense late in the fourth quarter against Cincinnati in Manhattan, KS, on Nov. 23, 2024. Wells was promoted to sole OC after the departure of coach Conor Riley to the Dallas Cowboys. (Photo courtesy of Kansas State Athletics)
K-State football promotes Matt Wells to OC, shakes up offensive assistants
Infielder David Bishop swings for the pitch and hits a home run. The Wildcats defeated Texas 14-6 on March 28, 2024 at Tointon Family Stadium in Manhattan, KS.
Kansas State baseball begins season 1-4 in Carolinas, playing 5 games in 5 days
K-State guard Max Jones drives the ball into the lane as the Wildcats (in lavender) defeated Arizona 73-70 on Feb. 11 at Bramlage Coliseum.
K-State dominated on the glass in loss at Utah
K-State guard Taryn Sides works on offense, looking to move toward the basket during the the Wildcats win against TCU on Feb. 5.
No. 12 K-State women struggle offensively in loss at No. 17 WVU
K-State associate head coach and offensive coordinator Matt Wells calls out to the offense late in the fourth quarter against Cincinnati in Manhattan, KS, on Nov. 23, 2024. Wells was promoted to sole OC after the departure of coach Conor Riley to the Dallas Cowboys. (Photo courtesy of Kansas State Athletics)
K-State football promotes Matt Wells to OC, shakes up offensive assistants
Offensive tackle George Fitzpatrick works out with his new teammates at the Vanier Football Complex. Fitzpatrick transferred from Ohio State, where national champion quarterback Will Howard advised him to come to the Wildcats. (Courtesy Photo of K-State Athletics)
Former K-State QB Will Howard helps recruit Ohio State transfers
Offensive coordinator/offensive line coach Conor Riley teaches the offensive line before the Pop-Tarts Bowl. Riley served as interim OC for the game and was named permanent OC along with Matt Wells as co-OC for the 2024 season.
K-State OC Conor Riley expected to be hired by Dallas Cowboys
Runningback DJ Giddens celebrates after bursting into the end zone for his first touchdown of the night against Cincinnati on Nov. 23. Giddens led the Wildcats on offense with 143 yards of rushing, 39 receiving yards, and two touchdowns against Cincinnati in his final career game at Bill Snyder Family Stadium.
NFL Draft Preview | K-State FB stars look forward to being called on draft night
Willie the Wildcat leads Kansas State students in pregame celebration ahead of a matchup with Arizona on Sept. 13, 2024. K-State will face Arizona on the road this year as a non-conference matchup.
2025 K-State football schedule breakdown
Felix Anudike-Uzomah makes confetti angels on the field after winning the game. K-State beat TCU 31-28 in overtime to win the Big 12 Championship at AT&T Stadium on December 3, 2022.
Wildcats in the NFL | Anudike-Uzomah back in the Super Bowl, regular season recap
K-State in-game host Keaton Coad helps her National Girls and Women in Sports Day shadow read the pregame player introductions before K-State women's basketball's matchup with UFC on Saturday, Feb. 15. (Photo Courtesy of K-State Athletics)
K-State women athletes host youth athlete clinic for girls in sports
Ayoka Lee looks to the basket to score. The Wildcats beat Arizona State 81-69 on Jan. 19 at Bramlage Coliseum.
Know Your Opponent | K-State looks for Sunflower Showdown sweep
K-State guard Taryn Sides works on offense, looking to move toward the basket during the the Wildcats win against TCU on Feb. 5.
No. 12 K-State women struggle offensively in loss at No. 17 WVU
K-State guard Taryn Sides attempts a 3-pointer during K-State's 97-67 win over UCF on Saturday. Sides made six 3-pointers in the win.
No. 14 K-State women blast by UCF in 97-67 win
Sophomore guard Taryn Sides looks to make a move at Bramlage on Jan. 21 as K-State secured a 59-50 victory over No. 9 TCU.
No. 14 K-State bounces back with dominant win over Cincinnati
K-State students fill the “Octagon of Doom” for the Sunflower Showdown on Saturday, Feb. 8. K-State beat KU for the third consecutive year in Manhattan.
Big Game Bram | Students deliver success for K-State hoops at home
K-State guard Max Jones drives the ball into the lane as the Wildcats (in lavender) defeated Arizona 73-70 on Feb. 11 at Bramlage Coliseum.
K-State dominated on the glass in loss at Utah
Coleman Hawkins prepares for an in-bounds play after a foul was called against Arizona. The Wildcats defeated Arizona 73-70 on Feb. 11 at Bramlage Coliseum.
K-State falls at BYU, ends 6-game winning streak
Former K-State men’s basketball star Michael Beasley smiles on the sideline at Bramlage Coliseum on Saturday. Beasley, a former No. 2 overall NBA Draft pick, returned to Manhattan for the Wildcats’ Sunflower Showdown win over rival Kansas. He was arrested Sunday morning at the Manhattan airport for marijuana possession.
Former Wildcat’s basketball player arrested for marijuana possession
K-State students fill the “Octagon of Doom” for the Sunflower Showdown on Saturday, Feb. 8. K-State beat KU for the third consecutive year in Manhattan.
Big Game Bram | Students deliver success for K-State hoops at home
Guard Dug McDaniel (0) flies through the air for a layup as he is contested by Jamyron Keller (14) of Oklahoma State in the second half. McDaniel finished with 10 points in the 85-57 victory over the Cowboys.
Know Your Opponent | K-State travels to tough environment at BYU
Junior guard Dug McDaniel celebrates a made shot against No. 13 Arizona on Tuesday. McDaniel played a key role in K-State's sixth-straight win.
K-State takes down No. 13 Arizona with gutsy victory, extends win streak
Infielder David Bishop swings for the pitch and hits a home run. The Wildcats defeated Texas 14-6 on March 28, 2024 at Tointon Family Stadium in Manhattan, KS.
Kansas State baseball begins season 1-4 in Carolinas, playing 5 games in 5 days
From left to right, sophomore Nick Enlgish, redshirt junior Kyan Lodice, head coach Pete Hughes, senior Ty Ruhl and senior David Bishop talk to the media ahead of the 2025 Kansas State baseball season. The Wildcats made the program's first super regional since 2013 last season, "setting the standard" in the program.
K-State baseball looks to build off Super Regional appearance
Junior Will Brennan laughs with coaches after a 5-4 win against Texas Tech in 2019. He was selected in the 8th round of the 2019 MLB draft.
Wildcats in the Pros | Will Brennan takes on postseason stage
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
Shortstop Kaelen Culpepper celebrates in the dugout against BYU May 18, 2024. The Wildcats later advanced to the second Super Regional in program history, led by a regional MVP performance from Culpepper.
K-State advances to Super Regional after dominant Fayetteville Regional performance
Reliever JJ Slack celebrates after setting down a BYU batter in the series opener on May 16. The Wildcats set a program-record 21 strikeouts in the victory.
Walk-off and strikeout record highlight series victory over BYU
K-State soccer announces its new head coach Colleen Corbin. (Photo courtesy of K-State Athletics)
K-State announces 2nd head soccer coach in program history
K-State head soccer coach Mike Dibbini sits on the sideline during at game at Buser Family Park. Dibbini stepped down as head coach after the 2024 season. (Photo courtesy of K-State Athletics)
Mike Dibbini stepping down as K-State soccer head coach
Sophomore Jo Sees runs after the ball to take it back from Utah. The Wildcats fell to Utah 2-1 on Oct. 10 at Buser Family Park.
K-State soccer goes winless on Arizona road trip
Defenders Marques Sigle (21) and, Austin Moore (41) and Austin Romaine (45) swarm a Cowboy during K-State's 42-20 win over Oklahoma State on Sept. 28.
From the Locker Room | No. 17 K-State discusses Colorado win, WVU matchup
Freshman Langley Mayers celebrates with her team after junior Sophie Simmons scores for K-State. The Wildcats fell to Utah 1-2 on Oct. 10 at Buser Family Park.
K-State soccer falls behind late in Utah loss
Sophomore forward Ryann Reynolds looks on during K-State’s matchup with South Dakota on Sept. 1. The Wildcats defeated the Coyotes 3-0.
Breaking the Fourth Wall | Ryann Reynolds makes a name for herself
Outside hitter Aliyah Carter prepares for a serve at Morgan Family Arena during the 2024 season. Carter finished her K-State career first in the rally-scoring era with a.n average of 3.92 kills per set.
K-State volleyball star Aliyah Carter starts pro career in France
Outside hitter Aliyah Carter goes for a kill against No. 18 TCU on Nov. 15. Carter led the Wildcats in kills en route to a ranked upset sweep.
Carter notches Big 12 honor as K-State VB sweeps No. 18 TCU
K-State volleyball huddles during its matchup with Baylor on Nov. 13. K-State lost in a sweep
No. 17 Baylor sweeps K-State volleyball
K-State libero Ella Larkin serves up the ball in a matchup against Houston on Sept. 25. The senior transfer leads the Wildcats defensively with a team-high 4.45 digs.
Sand to the Hardwood | Ella Larkin’s unique volleyball journey returns home
Aliyah Carter gets into a defensive position in preparation for serve receive. The Wildcats fell to the Sooners 0-3 on Sept. 22 at Morgan Family Arena.
Aliyah Carter earns Big 12 honors after historic performances
Senior Izzi Szulczewski throws her hands up in excitement after scoring a point. The Wildcats fell to the Sooners 0-3 on Sept. 22 at Morgan Family Arena.
K-State volleyball’s upset bid falls short in Sunflower Sundown
K-State decathlete Emil Uhlin flashes the signature Wildcats hand sign at a track and field event. Uhlin, a native of Sweden has adjusted to life in Manhattan with help from teammates and coaches. (Photo courtesy of K-State Athletics)
Leap of Faith | Emil Uhlin’s transcendent journey from Sweden to K-State T&F
High jump star Scott Sellers is inducted into the K-State Hall of Fame. A three-time NCAA champion, Sellers was a part of a 10-individual class honored on Aug. 31, 2024.
‘Truly an Honor’: K-State T&F star Scott Sellers details Hall of Fame induction
Twins Eugene and Jaimie Omalla warm up prior to practice. The brothers, who hail from Uganda, make up part of K-State's record breaking 4x400 relay team.
Several K-State track and field athletes train for Olympics
Thrower Monique Hardy participates in the weight throw at the KU-KSU-WSU Triangular on Jan. 12. Hardy set the weight throw school record at the event, reaching 22.13m/72-7.25, eight inches further than her previous best of 21.93m/71-11.5. (Photo courtesy of K-State Athletics | Austin VanMeter)
A season of success: Thrower Monique Hardy dominates indoor track and field
Freshman Nen Matlock ran in the men's 600-yard, finishing with a time of 1:09.48.
K-State’s new construction Track and Field Complex hosts DeLoss Dodds Invitational
Graphic by Kaitlynn Faber
REVIEW | ‘Captain America: Brave New World’
Women pose in front of Phyllis Garibay-Coon's "Rebel Women" mural in the Kansas Statehouse on Jan. 29. (Courtesy photo from AAUW Manhattan.)
Manhattan native unveils Kansas Capitol mural, uplifts women voices 
The Bookmark | ‘All the Light We Cannot See’
The Bookmark | ‘All the Light We Cannot See’
Groups of students flocked to Memorial Stadium on Feb. 12 to play snow football after classes were cancelled on account of winter weather.
Campus snow day recap
OPINION | What is an evil strongman?
Bruschetta is easy to make and does not disappoint!
Italian bruschetta recipe
More than Surviving | Manhattan Veteran finds love, peace and opportunity after war
K-State libero Ella Larkin serves up the ball in a matchup against Houston on Sept. 25. The senior transfer leads the Wildcats defensively with a team-high 4.45 digs.
Sand to the Hardwood | Ella Larkin’s unique volleyball journey returns home
K-State decathlete Emil Uhlin flashes the signature Wildcats hand sign at a track and field event. Uhlin, a native of Sweden has adjusted to life in Manhattan with help from teammates and coaches. (Photo courtesy of K-State Athletics)
Leap of Faith | Emil Uhlin’s transcendent journey from Sweden to K-State T&F
Natalie Peterson, senior in fashion studies, modeled in the 2024 Kansas City Fashion Week. Peterson also modeled in last year’s Fall/Winter show.
Classroom to Catwalk | K-State student models for KC Fashion Week
Salute to Service | Omer Church reflects on Korean War service
Salute to Service | Omer Church reflects on Korean War service
Freshman Tatum Tindall warms up before K-State's matchup with Lipscomb. Tindall is the 11th Manhattan native in volleyball team history. (Photo Courtesy of K-State Athletics) (Photo: Will Huster/K-State Sports)
Player Spotlight | Home is in Manhappiness for Tatum Tindall
Welcome back ‘Cats!
Spooky stories with book-to-screen adaptations
Spooky stories with book-to-screen adaptations
Chi Omega and Pi Kappa Alpha share the stage at Wildcat Request Live, performing a tribute to the Homecoming theme, "Then, Now, Forever.," in hopes of taking home a win.
Wildcats Then, Now and Forever | ‘Homecoming means community’
‘A Year with Frog and Toad’ | K-State premieres interactive musical
‘A Year with Frog and Toad’ | K-State premieres interactive musical
Students attended the Fall Fest on Oct. 7. The event featured pumpkin painting, wreath decorating, apple cider and other fall activities.
Fall Fest celebrates autumn and Pause Week with music and crafts
Movie Night with the Lintons
K-State UPC and BSU co-host the live music gameshow, Aux Cord Wars, on Friday, Jan. 31 in the Union.
Aux Cord Wars | Only the best playlist survives
‘A Year with Frog and Toad’ | K-State premieres interactive musical
‘A Year with Frog and Toad’ | K-State premieres interactive musical
Wabash on the Prairie: Music and charity to love full well
ALBUM REVIEW: Sabrina Carpenter’s ‘Espresso’ was just a ‘Taste’
ALBUM REVIEW: Sabrina Carpenter’s ‘Espresso’ was just a ‘Taste’
Hold Your Horses: Post Malone’s country album isn’t his first rodeo
Hold Your Horses: Post Malone’s country album isn’t his first rodeo
New popular music studies minor now offered at K-State
New popular music studies minor now offered at K-State
Bruschetta is easy to make and does not disappoint!
Italian bruschetta recipe
Abelardo's Mexican Fresh recently opened in Aggieville, located in what was formerly Burger King. The restaurant is open til 2 a.m. on weeknights and 24 hours on Saturday and Sunday.
REVIEW | Abelardo’s Mexican Fresh is a new late-night staple
Loco Lime is a new authentic Mexican restaurant located in Aggieville. The business is celebrating its one-month anniversary.
REVIEW | Loco Lime looks and tastes fresh
Graphic by Kaitlynn Faber
Cooking With Cats | Dorm-safe apple turnovers
A new Vietnamese Restaurant, Pho Viet, opens in downtown Manhattan.
REVIEW: Pho-nomenal flavors at Pho Viet
New and upcoming restaurants: A taste of Manhattan’s latest eateries
Groups of students flocked to Memorial Stadium on Feb. 12 to play snow football after classes were cancelled on account of winter weather.
Campus snow day recap
K-State UPC and BSU co-host the live music gameshow, Aux Cord Wars, on Friday, Jan. 31 in the Union.
Aux Cord Wars | Only the best playlist survives
Cows graze in a field at SAVE Farm in Riley County.
A State Running Dry | The effects of Kansas drought on farming
‘I’m so glad you’re still open’ | A community saving stories
‘I’m so glad you’re still open’ | A community saving stories
KLA President-elect Ty Breeden and President Troy Sander stand together at the end of the conference. Sander graduated from Fort Hays State in 1991.
Kansas Livestock Association swears in new president at Manhattan convention
Doin’ it Wright | #4
Doin’ it Wright | #4
Groups of students flocked to Memorial Stadium on Feb. 12 to play snow football after classes were cancelled on account of winter weather.
Campus snow day recap
K-State UPC and BSU co-host the live music gameshow, Aux Cord Wars, on Friday, Jan. 31 in the Union.
Aux Cord Wars | Only the best playlist survives
KLA President-elect Ty Breeden and President Troy Sander stand together at the end of the conference. Sander graduated from Fort Hays State in 1991.
Kansas Livestock Association swears in new president at Manhattan convention
K-State libero Ella Larkin serves up the ball in a matchup against Houston on Sept. 25. The senior transfer leads the Wildcats defensively with a team-high 4.45 digs.
Sand to the Hardwood | Ella Larkin’s unique volleyball journey returns home
K-State decathlete Emil Uhlin flashes the signature Wildcats hand sign at a track and field event. Uhlin, a native of Sweden has adjusted to life in Manhattan with help from teammates and coaches. (Photo courtesy of K-State Athletics)
Leap of Faith | Emil Uhlin’s transcendent journey from Sweden to K-State T&F
K-State head coach Jerome Tang encourages guard Dai Dai Ames during an exhibition game against Emporia State on Nov. 1, 2023. Ames transferred to Virginia during the offseason.
Flip Side of the Portal | Tang talks outgoing K-State MBB transfers
‘I’m so glad you’re still open’ | A community saving stories
‘I’m so glad you’re still open’ | A community saving stories
Walk with the Wildcats: A virtual reality tour of Tointon Family Stadium
The west side of Ahearn Field House, located on Denison Avenue and College Heights Road, has been gradually torn down since September 2023. The area will become a green space, but its use moving forward is still up in the air. (Photo courtesy of Dawson Wagner)
Ahearn Field House construction underway
The women's basketball team celebrates after hearing their name called as the No. 4 seed in March Madness. This allows Manhattan to host the first two rounds of the tournament and gives K-State home court.
Joy, excitement and relief: K-State’s selection show watch party and journey ahead 
(Photo courtesy of Andrew Smith | Channel 8 News)
Vulgamore and O’Malley win SGA election
Doin’ it Wright | #4
Doin’ it Wright | #4
Doin' it Wright | #3
Doin’ it Wright | #3
Doin' it Wright | #2
Doin’ it Wright | #2
Doin' it Wright | #1
Doin’ it Wright | #1
The west side of Ahearn Field House, located on Denison Avenue and College Heights Road, has been gradually torn down since September 2023. The area will become a green space, but its use moving forward is still up in the air. (Photo courtesy of Dawson Wagner)
Ahearn Field House construction underway
(Photo courtesy of Andrew Smith | Channel 8 News)
Vulgamore and O’Malley win SGA election
Graphic by Kaitlynn Faber
REVIEW | ‘Captain America: Brave New World’
The Bookmark | ‘All the Light We Cannot See’
The Bookmark | ‘All the Light We Cannot See’
OPINION | What is an evil strongman?
A train car with "No More Stolen Sisters" graffiti artwork in Manhattan, KS on Feb. 5. "No More Stolen Sisters" is a movement and campaign that advocates for the safety of Indigenous women, girls, and Two-Spirit people. The campaign is a response to the violence and discrimination that Indigenous women face. (Photo courtesy of Wittney Hammeke)
Letter to the Editor | No more stolen sisters
Book Review | ‘Onyx Storm’ by Rebecca Yarros
Book Review | ‘Onyx Storm’ by Rebecca Yarros
From the Archives | TV’s original purpose
Graphic by Kaitlynn Faber
REVIEW | ‘Captain America: Brave New World’
The Bookmark | ‘All the Light We Cannot See’
The Bookmark | ‘All the Light We Cannot See’
Book Review | ‘Onyx Storm’ by Rebecca Yarros
Book Review | ‘Onyx Storm’ by Rebecca Yarros
Book Review | Little Women is a timeless tale of sisterhood and discovery
Book Review | Little Women is a timeless tale of sisterhood and discovery
The interior of Full Circle Diner + Cocktail Lounge is retro and disco-forward, a big change from the interior of the previous business in the space, Hunam Express.
REVIEW | Brunch at Full Circle Diner + Cocktails
REVIEW | ‘Dinner in America’ deserves a second chance
REVIEW | ‘Dinner in America’ deserves a second chance
Letters from Libby | Sharing the good, the bad and the ugly
Letters from Libby | Sharing the good, the bad and the ugly
Letters from Libby | Utilizing Wildcat Pause Day
Letters from Libby | Utilizing Wildcat Pause Day
Salute to Service | Omer Church reflects on Korean War service
Salute to Service | Omer Church reflects on Korean War service
Letters from Libby: Left or Right? A guide to choosing people over politics
Letters from Libby: Left or Right? A guide to choosing people over politics
Letters from Libby: The dangers of perfectionism
Letters from Libby: The dangers of perfectionism
An overview of the K-State athletic complexes on a football game day. (Photo Courtesy of K-State Athletics)
Toby’s Take: The time is now, choose Manhattan
A train car with "No More Stolen Sisters" graffiti artwork in Manhattan, KS on Feb. 5. "No More Stolen Sisters" is a movement and campaign that advocates for the safety of Indigenous women, girls, and Two-Spirit people. The campaign is a response to the violence and discrimination that Indigenous women face. (Photo courtesy of Wittney Hammeke)
Letter to the Editor | No more stolen sisters
After reading about Zoe Schumacher's search for a kidney donor, Ian Naughton decided to share his experience as an organ donor. (Photo courtesy of Ian Naughton)
Letter to the Editor | Let’s find a kidney donor for Zoe — and normalize living donation
Letter to the Editor: College is short — do the most with it and appreciate it
Letter to the Editor: K-State Athletics’ ties to Athletes for Israel disrespects international students
Letter from the Editor: Collegian website outage report, Dec. 28, 2023
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On Tuesday, pro-life speaker Seth Gruber visited the Student Union after an invite from Young Americans for Freedom.

[Photo] Pro-life speaker comes to university

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February 13, 2025
Groups of students flocked to Memorial Stadium on Feb. 12 to play snow football after classes were cancelled on account of winter weather.

Campus snow day recap

Cole Bertelsen, editor-in-chief
February 17, 2025
A group of students play tackle football in Memorial stadium on Wednesday, Feb. 12.

For some students, like freshman Alexandra Ghabour Haroun (right), this was their first time seeing large amounts of snow. Ghabour Haroun said her dream was to build a snowman on Feb. 12.

Students walk in the snow on Wednesday, Feb. 12.

Snow covers the ground in front of Anderson Hall on Wednesday, Feb 12.

A student cycles on Kansas State's Manhattan campus on Wednesday, Feb. 12.

Students lineup before the next play in a football game at Memorial Stadium in Manhattan, KS on Wednesday, Feb. 12.

K-State UPC and BSU co-host the live music gameshow, Aux Cord Wars, on Friday, Jan. 31 in the Union.

Aux Cord Wars | Only the best playlist survives

Cole Bertelsen, editor-in-chief
February 5, 2025
Trump signs an executive order in Capital One Arena on Jan. 20, 2025. Trump signed 35 orders in his first week. (Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons)

First Week in Office | Trump signs record-high number of executive orders

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January 29, 2025
KLA President-elect Ty Breeden and President Troy Sander stand together at the end of the conference. Sander graduated from Fort Hays State in 1991.

Kansas Livestock Association swears in new president at Manhattan convention

Cole Bertelsen, editor-in-chief
December 6, 2024
President Donald Trump was sworn in on Jan. 20, 2017 at the U.S. Capitol building in Washington, D.C. He holds his left hand on two versions of the Bible, one childhood Bible given to him by his mother, along with Abraham Lincoln’s Bible. (Photo courtesy of The White House)

Former President Trump to return to White House

Cole Bertelsen, editor-in-chief
November 8, 2024
Election Week | How to find your voting location

Election Week | How to find your voting location

Cole Bertelsen, editor-in-chief
November 1, 2024
North Korean defector Yeonmi Park speaks to K-State students in the Union on Oct. 15. She shared the stories of her escape from North Korea and human trafficking.

North Korean defector shares her life story

Cole Bertelsen, editor-in-chief
October 18, 2024
Deadline for KS voters is nearly here

Deadline for KS voters is nearly here

Cole Bertelsen, editor-in-chief
October 10, 2024
Timeline(Background)

[Photo] Kansas to eliminate food sales tax in 2025

Meredith McCalmon, managing editor
October 2, 2024
RedFlagNew

[Photo] Ticketing scams increase as football season ramps up

Meredith McCalmon, managing editor
September 26, 2024
Conservative speaker Charlie Kirk appeared at K-State Sept. 13 for his “You’re Being Brainwashed Tour.” He debated students on various political issues.

Charlie Kirk’s audio cut on campus

Meredith McCalmon and Cole Bertelsen
September 20, 2024
A competitor attempts to complete his ride in saddle bronc riding on Saturday. The K-State rodeo was held at CiCo Park this year.

K-State Rodeo: Different arena, same tradition

Cole Bertelsen, editor-in-chief
September 13, 2024
Safety

[Photo] Family says K-State student was attacked walking home from Aggieville

Kyra Case, news editor
September 6, 2024
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 23, 2024
Invincible

REVIEW: ‘Invincible’

Cole Bertelsen, copy chief
April 11, 2024

Cybersecurity awareness training

Cole Bertelsen, copy chief
April 4, 2024
An iconic theater experience: ‘Dune: Part Two’

An iconic theater experience: ‘Dune: Part Two’

Cole Bertelsen, copy chief
March 21, 2024
Chiefs’ rally shooting sparks gun violence discussion

Chiefs’ rally shooting sparks gun violence discussion

Meredith McCalmon and Cole Bertelsen
March 1, 2024

Failure vs. Success: How two similar games found opposite results

Cole Bertelsen, copy chief
February 23, 2024
In steer wrestling (pictured), the rodeo participant must jump from their horse down to the steer. They are timed on how long it takes to wrestle the steer to the ground on its side.

[Photo] K-State Rodeo says so long to Weber Arena

Sophie Lenkiewicz, staff writer
February 23, 2024
The Kansas City Chiefs' Rally on Feb. 14 began around 1 p.m. Fans gathered to celebrate the Super Bowl LVIII victory. Around 2 p.m. a shooting occurred, leading to a prompt evacuation of the Union Station area. (Photo courtesy of Bret Beard)

Mass shooting at Kansas City Chiefs’ Super Bowl victory rally leaves one dead and multiple injured

Meredith McCalmon and Cole Bertelsen
February 15, 2024
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