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Team Cooked discusses their game plan before the Tech Bowl begins.
Black engineers society hosts K-State’s first Academic Tech Bowl
Illustration by Haley Smith and Ashly Sites
Counterfeit bills surface at local businesses, primary suspect identified
Attendees read information about the Made in Manhattan event. The exhibition took place at the Crossroads Hotel where select IAID students displayed semester-long projects.
Architecture and design students showcase work in Kansas City
Students battle seasonal allergies, Lafene aids the fight
Students battle seasonal allergies, Lafene aids the fight
Motorist take detours west of U.S 24 and K-113 junction due to construction. A roundabout is planned to be added to the highway.
A Turn for the Better? | New roundabout construction near U.S. 24 raises concerns about travel
UPC hosts Paws for Consent
UPC hosts Paws for Consent
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
Team Cooked discusses their game plan before the Tech Bowl begins.
Black engineers society hosts K-State’s first Academic Tech Bowl
Students battle seasonal allergies, Lafene aids the fight
Students battle seasonal allergies, Lafene aids the fight
Flowering purple tulips line the path at the K-State Gardens in Manhattan, KS on Wednesday, April 16. In Kansas, tulips bloom from late March to early May.
K-State Gardens offers tulip extravaganza during university Open House
K-State hosted a campus-wide open house on April 12. The event included displays of various colleges and organizations in the Union Courtyard in addition to other buildings on campus.
Student Showcase | K-State hosts annual Open House
Students and faculty gather on Bosco plaza to celebrate K-State Day of Giving.
Over $1 million donated at K-State Day of Giving
YAF claims K-State suppresses conservative speech in complaint letter
YAF claims K-State suppresses conservative speech in complaint letter
Motorist take detours west of U.S 24 and K-113 junction due to construction. A roundabout is planned to be added to the highway.
A Turn for the Better? | New roundabout construction near U.S. 24 raises concerns about travel
UPC hosts Paws for Consent
UPC hosts Paws for Consent
Auntie Mae's Parlor is located on 12th and Moro in Aggieville. The bar is set in a 1930 speakeasy with a variety of music styles performed live & trivia on Wednesdays.
Trivia After Dark | Twenty-two years of questions at Auntie Mae’s Parlor
A fashion show was held on a stage in the middle of Aggieville showcasing western wear from different vendors. The Grand Drive at the Aggieville Business District took place at 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 5.
Showdown cattle show celebrates 5th year in Aggieville
2025 Kansas Teacher of the year winner Elizabeth Anstine delivers a keynote speech at the ATE-K conference in Manhattan, KS on Friday, April 4. (Courtesy Photo | K-State College of Education.)
Kansas Association of Teacher Educators hosts first in-person conference since COVID
A Black Mass protester displays an inflammatory sign at counter-protesters outside the Capitol on March 28. The groups were kept on opposite sides of a barrier controlled by law enforcement.
Satanists’ Black Mass sparks Catholic counter-protest at Capitol
Illustration by Haley Smith and Ashly Sites
Counterfeit bills surface at local businesses, primary suspect identified
Police monitor the hectic Ratone Street, as people gather and partake in Fake Patty’s Day festivities.
‘We’re not the enemy’ | A recount of Fake Patty’s Day
RCPD arrested a string of individuals for purchasing unlabeled marijuana flower from CBD stores in Manhattan and around Kansas. Among the arrests was David Ince, owner of CBD American Shaman in Manhattan.
Unpacking CBD | Analyzing Federal and Kansas THC laws
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
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
Keegan O'Connor shows the Wildcat symbol to the crowd after hitting a home run. The Wildcats defeated UCF 8-6 on April 13 at Tointon Family Stadium.
K-State baseball slugs in series winner over BYU
Lefty Lincoln Sheffield follows through the pitch and watches the ball. The Wildcats defeated Texas Tech 5-4 on March 30 at Tointon Family Stadium.
Know Your Opponent | K-State goes for back-to-back series wins in Big 12 play at BYU
K-State rowers work on their craft during practice at Tuttle Creek. The Wildcats look forward to the Sunflower Showdown on Saturday. (Courtesy Photo | K-State Athletics)
K-State rowing earns third Big 12 weekly honor
Lefty Lincoln Sheffield follows through the pitch and watches the ball. The Wildcats defeated Texas Tech 5-4 on March 30 at Tointon Family Stadium.
K-State falls in heartbreak to Nebraska for 9th straight road loss
Cornerback Jacob Parrish (10) and safety Marques Sigle (21) talk during warmups before returning to the second half against Arizona State. The pair combined for 11 tackles against the Sun Devils.
Parrish, Giddens and Sigle selected in 2025 NFL Draft
Left-handed start Jacob Frost hurls a pitch to home plate during K-State's 5-2 win over Hosuton at Tointon Family Stadium on Friday. Frost earned his first win of the year.
Jacob Frost powers K-State baseball past Houston in opener
Cornerback Jacob Parrish (10) and safety Marques Sigle (21) talk during warmups before returning to the second half against Arizona State. The pair combined for 11 tackles against the Sun Devils.
Parrish, Giddens and Sigle selected in 2025 NFL Draft
REVIEW | The Avery Johnson Strawberry Lemonade goes hard — literally
REVIEW | The Avery Johnson Strawberry Lemonade goes hard — literally
Wide receiver Tyler Lockett evades Auburn defender Joshua Holsey after making a catch during the Wildcats’ 20-14 loss to Auburn on Aug. 18, 2014 in Bill Snyder Family Stadium.
Wildcats in the Pros | Lockett to move in NFL free agency, Tomlin rostered with Wade on Cavs
K-State head coach Chris Klieman celebrates with quarterback Avery Johnson during the Wildcats 41-15 win over Cincinnati on Nov. 23. Klieman signed seven transfers to join Johnson on offense in 2025.
Kansas State transfer round-up | Football tabs 7 offensive newcomers for 2025
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
Forward Temira Poindexter (2) and guard Jaelyn Glenn (3) congratulate guard Serena Sundell (4) after going and-1 on a layup. Sundell went 4-for-5 on free throws in the win against Creighton on Nov. 14, 2024 at Bramlage Coliseum.
Sundell drafted by WNBA’s Seattle Storm, Poindexter signs with Phoenix
Gisela Sanchez walks down the court. The Wildcats defeated Milwaukee 111-46 in Bramlage Coliseum on November 20, 2024.
K-State women’s basketball earn transfer commit, lose two more players to the portal
(Left-to-right) Jaelyn Glenn (3), Ayoka Lee (50), Serena Sundell (4), Eliza Maupin (21) and Zyanna Walker (1) huddle during a break in play during the first quarter against Texas Tech. The Wildcats went on to defeat the Red Raiders, 77-57, following a blizzard of points in the third quarter on Jan. 4.
K-State women lose 4 to transfer portal, Ayoka Lee to forgo WNBA Draft
K-State sophomore guard Taryn Sides side-fives during warmups with fellow sophomores Zyanna Walker and Imani Lester ahead of the Sweet 16. (Photo courtesy of K-State Athletics)
Passing the Torch | K-State believes next era of women’s basketball is ready
K-State seniors Serena Sundell (4) and Ayoka Lee (50) encourage each other during K-State's Sweet 16 loss to No. 1 seed USC on March 29, 2025 in Spokane, Washington. (Photo courtesy of K-State Athletics)
What’s next for K-State’s Ayoka Lee and Serena Sundell?
K-State women's basketball seniors Ayoka Lee, Serena Sundell and Jaelyn Glenn huddle together during the Sweet 16 on March 29, 2025 in Spokane, Washington. The No. 5 seed Wildcats fell 67-61 to No. 1 USC. (Photo courtesy of K-State Athletics)
K-State women battle but fall short to No. 1 seed USC in Sweet 16
K-State's Cartier Diarra, Kamau Stokes and the team celebrate against Kentucky in the NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Tournament Sweet Sixteen at Philips Arena in Atlanta, Georgia on March 22, 2018.
Looking Back | Late-night March magic carries K-State to upset Kentucky in 2018 
K-State head Coach Jerome Tang celebrates in the student section following a 70-67 victory over No. 16 Cincinnati to open Big 12 Conference play. Tang enters his fourth year in Manhattan next winter.
Who should K-State target in the transfer portal?
Guard Dug McDaniel looks towards opponent on defense as the Wildcats lost 73-57 against the Cyclones in the regular-season finale on March 8 at Bramlage Coliseum.
K-State guard Dug McDaniel enters transfer portal
Head coach Jerome Tang works with center Ugonna Onyenso (34) after Onyenso drew a foul against the Houston Cougars on Jan 11. Onyenso played 21 minutes in the 87-57 loss at Bramlage Coliseum. He transferred after his lone season in Manhattan.
K-State centers Baye Fall, Ugonna Onyenso enter transfer portal
Head coach Jerome Tang motivates the team during a timeout in the second half against Texas Tech. The Wildcats would fall to the Red Raiders, 61-57, on Jan. 15.
K-State transfer portal tracker | Who’s coming, going and staying?
Head coach Jerome Tang signals a player as the Wildcats continued their winning streak to six games with a 73-70 win over Arizona on Feb. 11 at Bramlage Coliseum.
K-State men earn first portal commitment from Abdi Bashir Jr.
Keegan O'Connor shows the Wildcat symbol to the crowd after hitting a home run. The Wildcats defeated UCF 8-6 on April 13 at Tointon Family Stadium.
K-State baseball slugs in series winner over BYU
Lefty Lincoln Sheffield follows through the pitch and watches the ball. The Wildcats defeated Texas Tech 5-4 on March 30 at Tointon Family Stadium.
Know Your Opponent | K-State goes for back-to-back series wins in Big 12 play at BYU
Lefty Lincoln Sheffield follows through the pitch and watches the ball. The Wildcats defeated Texas Tech 5-4 on March 30 at Tointon Family Stadium.
K-State falls in heartbreak to Nebraska for 9th straight road loss
Left-handed start Jacob Frost hurls a pitch to home plate during K-State's 5-2 win over Hosuton at Tointon Family Stadium on Friday. Frost earned his first win of the year.
Jacob Frost powers K-State baseball past Houston in opener
Shintaro Inoue approaches home base after hitting a home run. The Wildcats defeated William and Mary 20-6 in seven innings on March 9 at Tointon Family Stadium.
Know Your Opponent | K-State seeks bounce-back series hosting Houston
K-State freshman AJ Evasco is greeted at home plate by Cayden Phillips and David Bishop during Tuesday's 14-8 win over Wichita State at Tointon Family Stadium.
K-State baseball snaps 5-game skid over Wichita State 
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
REVIEW | ‘Sinners’
REVIEW | ‘Sinners’
Make it Count | Manhattan’s to-do list before graduation
Owners of Little Apple Vintage, Matthew Klassen and Andrew Kemp. Located at 622 N Manhattan Ave in Aggieville, Little Apple Vintage Shop offers a variety of curated vintage clothing. Inspired by the Little Apple Vintage Flea Market, the storefront opened its doors on April 5, 2025.
Little Apple Vintage Flea finds its forever home
Working in Manhattan | Student worker profiles
Working in Manhattan | Student worker profiles
Looking for late night grub? Here’s the best Manhattan Kansas food for all hours of the night.
Looking for late night grub? Here’s the best Manhattan Kansas food for all hours of the night.
Cold Stone Creamery offers buy-on-get-one free for college students after 7 pm on Tuesdays.
Coldstone Creamery | A hot spot for Tuesday night sweet treats
Working in Manhattan | Student worker profiles
Working in Manhattan | Student worker profiles
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
Make it Count | Manhattan’s to-do list before graduation
Recently appointed Miss K-State 2025, Ashlynn Brady represents Sigma Kappa sorority. (Photo courtesy | Ashlynn Brady)
Miss K-State competition celebrates women across campus
K-State Union Program Council hosted the Midwest Princess: Drag Show on April 12, 2025, at McCain Auditorium. The annual Drag Show is sponsored by SAGA and UPC.
‘Bottom versus top’ | Annual K-State Drag Show rallies community to protect minorities
Members of AT450 - Showcase of Excellence Event Planning pose for group photo. (Photo courtesy of Natalie Peterson)
PREVIEW | K-State’s Showcase of Excellence puts fashion studies students in the spotlight
Kansas State students pose in front a marketing poster at Hawaiian Bros Island Grill in Manhattan, KS on Feb. 22 (Photo courtesy of Noah Biswell)
Linking Together | Student hosts sponsored gaming party for friends and community
Welcome back ‘Cats!
Ross Lynch throws up a Powercat during The Driver Era performance at Bramlage Coliseum on April 11.
The Driver Era kicks off collegiate tour at K-State 
UPC hosts ‘The Driver Era’ in Bramlage Coliseum 
UPC hosts ‘The Driver Era’ in Bramlage Coliseum 
Editors’ Picks | Songs of March  
Editors’ Picks | Songs of March  
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Editors’ Picks | Songs of February  
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
Looking for late night grub? Here’s the best Manhattan Kansas food for all hours of the night.
Looking for late night grub? Here’s the best Manhattan Kansas food for all hours of the night.
Cold Stone Creamery offers buy-on-get-one free for college students after 7 pm on Tuesdays.
Coldstone Creamery | A hot spot for Tuesday night sweet treats
The drive-thru of 151 Coffee is bustling with customers on a Friday morning. 151 Coffee is a coffee chain that recently opened a location in Manhattan, KS.
REVIEW | 151 Coffee: served with a smile
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Recipe | Spicy Guacamole Dip
Recipe | Dairy-Free Raspberry Chipotle Black Bean Dip
Recipe | Dairy-Free Raspberry Chipotle Black Bean Dip
Recipe | Vegan French Onion Dip
Recipe | Vegan French Onion Dip
Number 5, Shintaro Inoue, and number 35, Andrew Evans hug after their pregame handshake at Tointon Family Stadium on Saturday, April 12. The Wildcats clinched the series against after winning 8-6 on Sunday, April 13.
K-State baseball clinch series against UCF
A fashion show was held on a stage in the middle of Aggieville showcasing western wear from different vendors. The Grand Drive at the Aggieville Business District took place at 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 5.
Showdown cattle show celebrates 5th year in Aggieville
A Black Mass protester displays an inflammatory sign at counter-protesters outside the Capitol on March 28. The groups were kept on opposite sides of a barrier controlled by law enforcement.
Satanists’ Black Mass sparks Catholic counter-protest at Capitol
Guards Jaelyn Glenn (3) and Zyanna Walker (1) celebrate with a chest bump after Glenn drew a critical and-1 during the UCF game at the Big XII Tournament on March 6, 2025.
No. 20 K-State advances to Big 12 quarterfinals with win over UCF
K-State forward David N'Guessan shoots during K-State's win over Colorado on Sunday. The super senior finished with 21 points, eight rebounds, and two steals.
K-State snaps losing streak, N’Guessan hits milestone in commanding win over Colorado 
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
Number 5, Shintaro Inoue, and number 35, Andrew Evans hug after their pregame handshake at Tointon Family Stadium on Saturday, April 12. The Wildcats clinched the series against after winning 8-6 on Sunday, April 13.
K-State baseball clinch series against UCF
A fashion show was held on a stage in the middle of Aggieville showcasing western wear from different vendors. The Grand Drive at the Aggieville Business District took place at 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 5.
Showdown cattle show celebrates 5th year in Aggieville
A Black Mass protester displays an inflammatory sign at counter-protesters outside the Capitol on March 28. The groups were kept on opposite sides of a barrier controlled by law enforcement.
Satanists’ Black Mass sparks Catholic counter-protest at Capitol
Guards Jaelyn Glenn (3) and Zyanna Walker (1) celebrate with a chest bump after Glenn drew a critical and-1 during the UCF game at the Big XII Tournament on March 6, 2025.
No. 20 K-State advances to Big 12 quarterfinals with win over UCF
K-State forward David N'Guessan shoots during K-State's win over Colorado on Sunday. The super senior finished with 21 points, eight rebounds, and two steals.
K-State snaps losing streak, N’Guessan hits milestone in commanding win over Colorado 
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
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Doin’ it Wright | #4
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Doin’ it Wright | #3
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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
The Stoic on Campus | How ancient philosophy relates to student life
Hale Library on March 2, 2025.
Students prioritize studying over healthy night of sleep
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Letter to the Editor | Strengthening our community
OPINION | Encouraging cross-party connection mends societal wounds
REVIEW | ‘The Last of Us’: a retrospective on the TV adaptation before season 2 
REVIEW | ‘The Last of Us’: a retrospective on the TV adaptation before season 2 
The Bookmark | ‘The Poppy War’ by R. F. Kuang
The Bookmark | ‘The Poppy War’ by R. F. Kuang
REVIEW | ‘Sinners’
REVIEW | ‘Sinners’
REVIEW | ‘Invincible’ Season 3
REVIEW | ‘Invincible’ Season 3
The Bookmark | ‘The Handmaid’s Tale’ by Margaret Atwood
The Bookmark | ‘The Handmaid’s Tale’ by Margaret Atwood
REVIEW | ‘I Said I Love You First’ by Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco
REVIEW | ‘I Said I Love You First’ by Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco
REVIEW | ‘Novocaine’
REVIEW | ‘Novocaine’
REVIEW | ‘The Last of Us’: a retrospective on the TV adaptation before season 2 
REVIEW | ‘The Last of Us’: a retrospective on the TV adaptation before season 2 
The Bookmark | ‘The Poppy War’ by R. F. Kuang
The Bookmark | ‘The Poppy War’ by R. F. Kuang
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The Bookmark | “The Door of No Return” by Kwame Alexander
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The Bookmark | ‘The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue’
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The Bookmark | ‘All the Light We Cannot See’
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
A train car with "No More Stolen Sisters" graffiti artwork in Manhattan 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
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Letter to the Editor | Strengthening our community
Letter from the Editor: Collegian website outage report, Dec. 28, 2023
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K-State rowers work on their craft during practice at Tuttle Creek. The Wildcats look forward to the Sunflower Showdown on Saturday. (Courtesy Photo | K-State Athletics)

K-State rowing earns third Big 12 weekly honor

Trey Thomas, staff writer
April 30, 2025
K-State freshman AJ Evasco is greeted at home plate by Cayden Phillips and David Bishop during Tuesday's 14-8 win over Wichita State at Tointon Family Stadium.

K-State baseball snaps 5-game skid over Wichita State 

Trey Thomas, staff writer
April 23, 2025
REVIEW | The Avery Johnson Strawberry Lemonade goes hard — literally

REVIEW | The Avery Johnson Strawberry Lemonade goes hard — literally

Trey Thomas, staff writer
April 21, 2025
K-State right-handed pitcher James Guyette celebrates after striking out the final UCF batter and securing the Wildcats' 8-6 series clinching win on Sunday, April 13.

K-State baseball holds off UCF rally to take series

Trey Thomas, staff writer
April 13, 2025
K-State third baseman Dee Kennedy launches a ball in play during the Wildcats' win over Missouri State on Tuesday.

K-State baseball bounces back with ballpark blowout of Missouri State 

Trey Thomas, staff writer
April 8, 2025
K-State reliever James Guyette pitches during K-State's series-clinching win over Texas Tech on Saturday.

K-State baseball seals series win over Texas Tech

Trey Thomas, staff writer
March 30, 2025
Wide receiver Tyler Lockett evades Auburn defender Joshua Holsey after making a catch during the Wildcats’ 20-14 loss to Auburn on Aug. 18, 2014 in Bill Snyder Family Stadium.

Wildcats in the Pros | Lockett to move in NFL free agency, Tomlin rostered with Wade on Cavs

Trey Thomas, sports writer
March 12, 2025
K-State shortstop Max Martin gestures at his teammates on second base during the Wildcats’ win over Nebraska at the Frisco Classic (Courtesy Photo | K-State Athletics)

Kansas State baseball’s Martin, Sheffield earn weekly honors 

Trey Thomas, staff writer
March 5, 2025
K-State forward David N'Guessan shoots during K-State's win over Colorado on Sunday. The super senior finished with 21 points, eight rebounds, and two steals.

K-State snaps losing streak, N’Guessan hits milestone in commanding win over Colorado 

Trey Thomas, staff writer
March 3, 2025
K-State guard Max Jones looks down the court as the Wildcats continued their winning streak to 6 games with a 73-70 win over Arizona on Feb. 11 at Bramlage Coliseum. K-State has lost four straight games since the six-game win streak.

K-State’s second-half comeback comes up short at UCF 

Trey Thomas, staff writer
February 27, 2025
Kansas State forwards Nae’Qwan Tomlin and Keyontae Johnson react to the game during a Kansas State men’s basketball game against Texas Christian University at Bramlage Coliseum on February 7, 2023. Kansas State won 82-61.

Wildcats in the Pros | Tomlin makes NBA debut, Johnson and Nowell tear up G-League

Trey Thomas, staff writer
February 26, 2025
Senior Cooper Shultz rolls a put from off the green at the Wildcat Invitational at Colbert Hills Golf Course on Sept. 17, 2023. Schultz carded a season-best 206 on Tuesday

K-State men’s golf gets spring season rolling, finishes 3rd at Hal Williams Collegiate 

Trey Thomas, staff writer
February 13, 2025
K-State forward Coleman Hawkins reacts from an impressive 3-pointer during K-State's 85-57 win over Oklahoma State on Wednesday. The Illinois transfer led an all-around dominant performance, as he grabbed a game-high nine rebounds to go with his 15 points, six assists, three steals and three blocks in 33 minutes.

K-State dominant all-around in win over Oklahoma State 

Trey Thomas, staff writer
January 30, 2025
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

Trey Thomas, staff writer
January 29, 2025
Senior guard Markquis Nowell defends the ball in the game against Texas. K-State lost the matchup 69-66. Nowell went on to break the NCAA record for assists in a March Madness game as the Wildcats went on to the Elite Eight.

Wildcats in the Pros | Nowell dominates with career-high G-League

Trey Thomas, staff writer
December 5, 2024
Center Ayoka Lee battles contact for a bucket as No. 10 K-State defeated Milwaukee 111-46 in Bramlage Coliseum on Nov. 20.

No. 10 K-State dominates Milwaukee 111-46, heads to Vegas for Big Dawgs Classic

Trey Thomas, staff writer
November 23, 2024
Center Ugonna Onyenso slams home a dunk against Mississippi State Valley on Tuesday. The Kentucky transfer had a team-high 16 points in the win.

K-State men bounce back with Mississippi Valley State win

Trey Thomas, staff writer
November 20, 2024
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

Trey Thomas, staff writer
November 19, 2024
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

Trey Thomas, staff writer
November 15, 2024
Guard Tylor Perry against Iowa State on March 9 as the Wildcats defeated the Cyclones 65-58 at Bramlage Coliseum.

Wildcats in the Pros | Nowell shines, Perry debuts in G-League

Trey Thomas, staff writer
November 14, 2024
K-State senior forward Dean Wade roars in celebration after dunking the ball. The Wildcats played against the University of Oklahoma Sooners at Bramlage Coliseum, winning the Title with a final score of 68-53.

Wildcats in the Pros | Dean Wade helps Cavs early season success

Trey Thomas, staff writer
November 8, 2024
Wing David N'Guessan walks in line with teammates at K-State's exhibition win over Fort Hays State. During the season opener on Nov. 5, N'Guessan recorded a double-double.

N’Guessan showcases dominant paint performance in season opener win against New Orleans

Trey Thomas, staff writer
November 6, 2024
Defensive end Felix Anudike-Uzomah reads the offensive front during the game on Nov. 26, 2022. K-State beat Kansas 47-27.

Wildcats in the NFL | Anudike-Uzomah weapon for the stout Chiefs defense

Trey Thomas, staff writer
November 2, 2024
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

Trey Thomas, staff writer
October 22, 2024
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

Trey Thomas, staff writer
October 16, 2024
Senior wide receiver Tyler Lockett raises his arms in frustration after being tackled by a horde of UCLA defenders following an eleven yard reception during the first quarter of No. 11 K-State's 35-40 loss to No. 14 UCLA in the Valero Alamo Bowl January 2, 2015, in the Alamodome in San Antonio, Texas.

Wildcats in the NFL: Tyler Lockett shows out in Week 5

Trey Thomas, staff writer
October 9, 2024
Liz Gregorski focuses on the ball as she prepares to hit. The Wildcats fell to the Sooners 0-3 on Sept. 22 at Morgan Family Arena.

K-State volleyball sweeps UCF for first conference win

Trey Thomas, staff writer
September 30, 2024
Middle blocker Meg Brown attacks at the net in K-State's matchup with Houston on Wednesday, Sept. 25, 2024. K-State lost the conference opener.

K-State volleyball swept in first conference game against Houston

Trey Thomas, staff writer
September 28, 2024
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.

K-State volleyball non-con struggles continue in home invitational sweep

Trey Thomas, staff writer
September 24, 2024
Junior quarterback Skylar Thompson walks out onto the field before K-State's football game against West Virginia at Bill Snyder Family Stadium on Nov. 16, 2019. The Wildcats lost to the Mountaineers with a final score of 24-20. (Archive photo by Logan Wassall | COLLEGIAN MEDIA GROUP)

Wildcats in the NFL | Skylar Thompson steps in as QB1 for Dolphins

Trey Thomas, staff writer
September 18, 2024
Izzi Szulczewski focuses on serve receive. The Wildcats fell to the Tar Heels 3-1 on Sept. 15 at Morgan Family Arena.

K-State volleyball splits in home-opening weekend tournament

Trey Thomas, staff writer
September 18, 2024
Former quarterback Will Howard and offensive lineman Cooper Beebe celebrate after a touchdown in 2023. Beebe is now the starting center for the Dallas Cowboys. (Archive photo | Collegian Media Group)

Wildcats in the NFL: Beebe makes immediate impact for Cowboys

Trey Thomas, staff writer
September 14, 2024
Sophomore forward Morgan Struttmann charges down the field against South Dakota on Sunday, Sept. 1, 2024. Struttmann collected two points in the 3-0 victory.

K-State Soccer dominates South Dakota 3-0

Trey Thomas, staff writer
September 2, 2024
The team rallies together before their match against TCU. The Wildcats defeated the Horned Frogs in a 5-set thriller 3-2 on Sept. 22, 2023 at Morgan Family Arena.

K-State Volleyball salvages opening weekend in tournament finale

Trey Thomas, staff writer
September 2, 2024
Aliyah Carter serves the ball against Cincinnati on Sept. 30, 2023 at Morgan Family Arena.

Volleyball’s Clinton-Carter duo returns with high expectations

Trey Thomas, staff writer
August 30, 2024
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
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

Trey Thomas, sports writer
June 3, 2024
Junior Kaelen Culpepper stands at bat against OSU. K-State won the game 7-2 Saturday, April 20.

Baseball finishes strong in TCU series finale after dismal opening

Trey Thomas, staff writer
April 29, 2024
K-State rowing practices at Tuttle Creek Lake. The Wildcats will take on rival Kansas in the Sunflower Showdown on Saturday, May 4 in Kansas City, Kansas. Photo Courtesy of K-State Athletics.

K-State rowing rides momentum into Sunflower Showdown

Trey Thomas, staff writer
April 25, 2024
Pitcher Jackson Wentworth is celebrated my his team and the crowd coming back to the dugout. He threw six innings, allowing one run and pitching the first four hitless.

Baseball makes quick work of Cowboys, secures series in two games

Trey Thomas, staff writer
April 20, 2024
Left fielder Chuck Ingram swings at the ball against South Dakota State. Ingram had the sole home run against the Jackrabbits in the 16-5 Wildcat blowout victory.

Wildcats finishes series against UCF with loss after Saturday win

Trey Thomas, staff writer
April 7, 2024
Shortstop Kaelen Culpepper swings against Missouri State on March 17 in Manhattan. The Wildcats beat the Bears 11-3 on March 17 and won at Missouri State 8-4 on April 3.

Baseball bounces back against Missouri State, winning 8-4 

Trey Thomas, staff writer
April 3, 2024
Third baseman Jason Parsons starts running after bunting the ball. Parsons had one hit in three at-bats as the Wildcats fell to the Longhorns 6-3 Saturday, giving Texas the series win 2-1.

Wildcats drop final series game to Longhorns

Trey Thomas, staff writer
March 31, 2024
Outfielder Brenden Jones high-fives his teammates after scoring a run for the Wildcats. The Wildcats beat Holy Cross 5-4 on Feb. 24 as Jones scored two runs with two hits and three walks.

Brendan Jones’ rise to one of K-State baseball’s most impactful players

Trey Thomas, staff writer
March 28, 2024
Head coach Pete Hughes watches his players against Oklahoma State on April 1, 2022, at Tointon Family Stadium. With winning Game 1 in the series against Houston, Hughes notched his 800th career win. (Archive photo)

Wildcats extend winning streak with sweep versus Houston 

Trey Thomas, staff writer
March 25, 2024
Right fielder Nick English swings and makes contact with the ball in a 5-4 Wildcat win against Holy Cross on Feb. 25. Against Wichita State, English put up three RBI and one run as K-State won 8-6 in Wichita.

Baseball puts up impressive sixth inning to beat Shockers 

Trey Thomas, staff writer
March 20, 2024
Left fielder Chuck Ingram claps after safely landing on third base. Ingram had three runs and three RBI on three hits in the blowout 16-5 Wildcat win over South Dakota State.

Baseball dominates in ballgame against South Dakota State 

Trey Thomas, staff writer
March 13, 2024
Infielder Kaelen Culpepper swings at a Cincinnati pitch. The Wildcats fell 11-7 in Game 2 against the Bearcats.

Baseball defeated by Bearcats in high-scoring ball game  

Trey Thomas, staff writer
March 10, 2024
Dai Dai Ames shoots a 3-pointer in the game against West Virginia University on Feb. 26, 2024 in Bramlage Coliseum. The Wildcats beat the Mountaineers in overtime 94-90.

Know Your Opponent: Farmageddon for senior night

Trey Thomas, staff writer
March 7, 2024
Forward Will McNair Jr. goes for a rebound against West Virginia. The Wildcats beat the Mountaineers in overtime 94-90 after blowing a 25-point lead.

Know Your Opponent: The battle of cats

Trey Thomas, staff writer
February 29, 2024
Senior David N'Guessan moves the ball away from the TCU defense. K-State lost to the TCU Horned Frogs with a final score of 75-72 following a game-winning 3-point shot on Feb. 17 at Bramlage Coliseum.

Know Your Opponent: Wildcats have a chance to revive season vs. BYU

Trey Thomas, staff writer
February 23, 2024
Forward Arthur Kaluma jumps to make a 3-pointer against No. 4 Kansas on Feb. 5. Against Texas on Feb. 19, Kaluma finished with 17 points and seven rebounds in the 62-56 loss.

K-State suffers loss at Texas as struggles continue 

Trey Thomas, staff writer
February 20, 2024
Forward David N'Guessan looks for a pass against TCU. In the 75-72 Wildcat loss, N'Guessan recorded 12 points and three blocks.

Wildcats lose sixth of seven past games in nailbiter versus TCU 

Trey Thomas, staff writer
February 17, 2024
Guard Serena Sundell attempts to block a shot against Oklahoma State in K-State's 69-68 victory. The Wildcats followed up the close win with a 96-93 double overtime loss to Iowa State.

Know Your Opponent: Knights seek revenge against Wildcats 

Trey Thomas, staff writer
February 15, 2024
Guard Serena Sundell throws up a shot against the Oklahoma State Cowgirls. Sundell lead the Wildcats to a 69-68 win with 16 points, seven assists and two of both blocks and steals.

Brylee Glenn and Sundell lead close bounce back win against Cowgirls

Trey Thomas, staff writer
February 12, 2024
Sophomore Vanesa Suarez prepares to return a backhand shot against South Dakota on Jan. 28 at Body First Tennis Center in Manhattan. The Wildcats swept South Dakota 7-0 as Suarez won as the No. 1 seed 6-3 6-2. (Photo Courtesy of Reece Bachta | K-State Athletics)

Tennis flips the script from last season

Trey Thomas, staff writer
February 9, 2024
Forward Gisela Sanchez makes her way around the BYU defense. The Wildcats beat the Cougars Jan. 27 67-65 at Bramlage Coliseum.

No. 2 Kansas State upset in nail-biter against Oklahoma

Trey Thomas, staff writer
February 2, 2024
Tylor Perry in the game against Oklahoma State. K-State beat Oklahoma State 70-66 in Bramlage Coliseum on Jan. 20.

Know Your Opponent: Struggling OSU and K-State meet again

Trey Thomas, staff writer
February 2, 2024
Forward David N'Guessan gets shoved by the defense as he attempts to rebound. The Wildcats fell to Oklahoma 53-73 at Bramlage Coliseum on Jan. 30, moving their record to 14-7.

K-State losing streak extends to three with No. 23 Oklahoma loss

Trey Thomas, staff writer
February 2, 2024
Guard Cam Carter dribbles between his legs against the Baylor Bears. The Wildcats upset the Bears 68-64 on Jan. 16.

Know Your Opponent: Houston will be a problem

Trey Thomas, staff writer
January 26, 2024
Freshman guard Dorian Finister yells in excitement following the Wildcat win over the Baylor Bears. The Wildcats beat the Bears 68-64 in overtime on Jan 16 at Bramlage Coliseum.

Wildcats take down No. 9 Baylor in nail-biting OT finish

Trey Thomas, staff writer
January 19, 2024
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