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A front-row look at the post-construction state of the Ninth and Thurston intersection. (Photo courtesy of the City of Manhattan)
Residents voice their opinions on recent construction
In honor of the 9/11 tragedy, first responders assist in giving away shoes to those in need in the Manhattan community. (Photo Courtesy of the Flint Hills Volunteer Center)
Volunteers and first responders give back in remembrance of 9/11
Dr. Amir Bahadori observes student project work in the nuclear engineering program’s lab. (Photo courtesy of Kelsie Jones)
K-State researcher studies long-term effects of radiation exposure in the workplace
Conservative speaker Charlie Kirk appeared at K-State Sept. 13, 2024 for his “You’re Being Brainwashed" tour. He debated students on various political issues. (Archive photo by Cole Bertelsen)
Conservative figure Charlie Kirk assassinated at university event
(Photo courtesy of Crawford County Sheriff’s Office)
K-State football player arrested for drug charges, dismissed from team
President Linton unveils renderings for the Anderson Hall renovations included in the 2025-2030 Campus Master Plan. The new exterior is modeled after the old look of the building from the 20th century. (Lilly Crist | Collegian Media Group)
Top takeaways from President Linton’s 2025 State of the University Address
President Linton unveils renderings for the Anderson Hall renovations included in the 2025-2030 Campus Master Plan. The new exterior is modeled after the old look of the building from the 20th century. (Lilly Crist | Collegian Media Group)
Top takeaways from President Linton’s 2025 State of the University Address
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
Dr. Amir Bahadori observes student project work in the nuclear engineering program’s lab. (Photo courtesy of Kelsie Jones)
K-State researcher studies long-term effects of radiation exposure in the workplace
Concerned bystanders await updates about the recent swatting incident at Hale Library. (Photo Courtesy of Dawson Wagner)
K-State becomes victim of swatting incident
Graphic by Haley Smith
“Save A Life” station provides Narcan on campus
Construction of the Bilbrey Family Event Center is underway. The building is expected to complete construction in September. (Photo courtesy of Kansas State)
A New Frontier | K-State pursues extensive agricultural development
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
A front-row look at the post-construction state of the Ninth and Thurston intersection. (Photo courtesy of the City of Manhattan)
Residents voice their opinions on recent construction
In honor of the 9/11 tragedy, first responders assist in giving away shoes to those in need in the Manhattan community. (Photo Courtesy of the Flint Hills Volunteer Center)
Volunteers and first responders give back in remembrance of 9/11
(Photo courtesy of Crawford County Sheriff’s Office)
K-State football player arrested for drug charges, dismissed from team
The community gathered in City Park to watch as the Budweiser Clydesdales were hitched to their carriage.
Budweiser Clydesdales visit Manhattan
Previously known as Shot Stop in Aggieville, the space next to Yard Bar has been closed for renovations.
New nightclub in Aggieville recently announced
Graphic by Haley Smith
“Save A Life” station provides Narcan on campus
(Photo courtesy of Crawford County Sheriff’s Office)
K-State football player arrested for drug charges, dismissed from team
Manhattan man released on $10,000 bond after alleged stabbing
Manhattan man released on $10,000 bond after alleged stabbing
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
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
Kansas State Football Head Coach Chris Klieman looks at his team on the field as the set up for the next drive against Army on 9.6.25. The Wildcats fell to Army, 21-24.
Looking lost
After 23 seasons being "The Voice of the Wildcats", Wyatt Thompson is inducted into the Soloman High School hall of fame on Sept. 5.
From Solomon to the spotlight
Offensive lineman Dalton Risner holds the family block, prepared to bolt out before the start of the K-State football game against Oklahoma State in Bill Snyder Family Stadium on Oct. 13, 2018. The Wildcats defeated the Cowboys 31-12. (Archive Photo by Meg Shearer | Collegian Media Group)
Wildcats in the NFL | Best performances from opening week of the season
Jerand Bradley is tackled near the end zone by the Army defense. The play was further reviewed and did not result in a touchdown.
Know Your Opponent | Wildcats vs Wildcats in the desert
Disappointed with the outcome, a Kansas State fan puts his head in his hands after Army takes the lead during the fourth quarter. The Wildcats would fall to Army 24–21.
Drained and defeated
The K-State volleyball team cheers from the sideline after a successful defensive play against North Carolina State. The Cats won 25-21 in the third set to sweep the match.
Wildcats Sweeps NC State with nine-set winning streak
Kansas State Football Head Coach Chris Klieman looks at his team on the field as the set up for the next drive against Army on 9.6.25. The Wildcats fell to Army, 21-24.
Looking lost
Offensive lineman Dalton Risner holds the family block, prepared to bolt out before the start of the K-State football game against Oklahoma State in Bill Snyder Family Stadium on Oct. 13, 2018. The Wildcats defeated the Cowboys 31-12. (Archive Photo by Meg Shearer | Collegian Media Group)
Wildcats in the NFL | Best performances from opening week of the season
Jerand Bradley is tackled near the end zone by the Army defense. The play was further reviewed and did not result in a touchdown.
Know Your Opponent | Wildcats vs Wildcats in the desert
Disappointed with the outcome, a Kansas State fan puts his head in his hands after Army takes the lead during the fourth quarter. The Wildcats would fall to Army 24–21.
Drained and defeated
Kansas State punter Simon McClannan (8) rears back to punt the ball during the opening drive against North Dakota on August 30, 2025.
Week 1 in Big 12 doesn’t go as expected
Kansas State quarterback Avery Johnson (2) gazes up into the stands during the game against North Dakota on August 30, 2025.
Know Your Opponent | K-State looks to improve as Army comes to town
K-State students bring the magic doom during free throws of the women's game against Baylor in Bramlage Coliseum on Feb. 25. The Wildcats fell, 79-62.
Year in Review | Top 10 K-State sports moments from 2024-25 school year
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?
Graphic Courtesy of K-State Athletics
K-State Men’s Basketball Releases Roster for 2025-2026 Season
K-State students bring the magic doom during free throws of the women's game against Baylor in Bramlage Coliseum on Feb. 25. The Wildcats fell, 79-62.
Year in Review | Top 10 K-State sports moments from 2024-25 school year
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
Shintaro Inoue reaches home after driving in a pair of runs with his ninth homer of the year at Tointon Family Stadium on May 11.
K-State baseball smashes record, claims series over No. 12 West Virginia 
K-State players storm the field at Tointon Family Stadium after an 8-7 walk-off win over No. 12 West Virginia on Friday.
K-State baseball completes series-opening walk-off over No. 12 WVU
K-State students bring the magic doom during free throws of the women's game against Baylor in Bramlage Coliseum on Feb. 25. The Wildcats fell, 79-62.
Year in Review | Top 10 K-State sports moments from 2024-25 school year
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
Sophomore forward for K-State, Hannah Palmer celebrates after scoring a goal against Portland State on Aug. 17. Palmer has two career goals and first of the season. (Photo courtesy of Ashton Todd)
K-State Soccer Remains Undefeated After Red-Hot Start to Season
K-State students bring the magic doom during free throws of the women's game against Baylor in Bramlage Coliseum on Feb. 25. The Wildcats fell, 79-62.
Year in Review | Top 10 K-State sports moments from 2024-25 school year
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
The K-State volleyball team cheers from the sideline after a successful defensive play against North Carolina State. The Cats won 25-21 in the third set to sweep the match.
Wildcats Sweeps NC State with nine-set winning streak
The K-State volleyball team comes together in celebration after gaining a point. The wildcats secured a 3-0 win against BYU on October 26th in the Morgan Family Arena. (Archive Photo by Jersey Johnson | Collegian Media Group)
K-State returns core of senior class looking forward to a big year
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
K-State students bring the magic doom during free throws of the women's game against Baylor in Bramlage Coliseum on Feb. 25. The Wildcats fell, 79-62.
Year in Review | Top 10 K-State sports moments from 2024-25 school year
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
K-State cheerleaders perform at the 1974 Homecoming game. (Photo courtesy of the K-State Alumni Association)
Student Homecoming Committee prepares for 110th Homecoming anniversary
After 23 seasons being "The Voice of the Wildcats", Wyatt Thompson is inducted into the Soloman High School hall of fame on Sept. 5.
From Solomon to the spotlight
Graphic by Haley Smith
“What, like it’s hard?”: Manhattan Arts Center Takes on “Legally Blonde: The Musical”
Manhattan Brewing Company and Jackalope Bookstore partner to put on their second Grown-Up Book Fair on Sept. 20 from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. (Graphic courtesy of Jackalope Bookstore Facebook)
Good times are brewing at upcoming Grown-Up Book Fair
A bird sits atop Kedzie Hall at sunset. (Archive Photo by Mason Swenson)
Eyes to the Sky | K-State’s Bird Watching Club takes flight on campus
Mesa Collection Boutique is a women's boutique offering clothing, shoes, accessories, and small gift items located in Downtown Manhattan. The boutique is particularly known for their K-State themed attire.
A K-State student’s guide to shopping in Manhattan for the perfect ‘Wildcat wardrobe’
After 23 seasons being "The Voice of the Wildcats", Wyatt Thompson is inducted into the Soloman High School hall of fame on Sept. 5.
From Solomon to the spotlight
Natalie McCosh poses for brand photos for Sweet Pieces small business. (Photo courtesy of Natalie McCosh)
Spotlight | Sweet Pieces by Natalie
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
A Show Raised from the Dead | 'Daredevil: Born Again'
A Show Raised from the Dead | ‘Daredevil: Born Again’
The Return of Tron | A legacy of CGI masterpieces to return to theaters
The Return of Tron | A legacy of CGI masterpieces to return to theaters
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
Graphic by Haley Smith
Music’s newest best friend
Graphic by Haley Smith
The Top Five Songs of Summer 2025
Editors’ Picks | Songs of summer
Editors’ Picks | Songs of summer
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  
REVIEW | The Avery Johnson Strawberry Lemonade goes hard — literally
REVIEW | The Avery Johnson Strawberry Lemonade goes hard — literally
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
Doin' It Knight | Issue 4: Walk Softly
Doin’ It Knight | Issue 4: Walk Softly
Doin' It Knight | Issue 3: Tip of the Spear
Doin’ It Knight | Issue 3: Tip of the Spear
Comic by Jacob Bush | COLLEGIAN MEDIA GROUP
Doin’ it Knight | Issue 2: Through the Trees
Comic by Jacob Bush | COLLEGIAN MEDIA GROUP
Doin’ It Knight | Issue 1: This Glittering Band
Construction of the Bilbrey Family Event Center is underway. The building is expected to complete construction in September. (Photo courtesy of Kansas State)
A New Frontier | K-State pursues extensive agricultural development
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
Construction of the Bilbrey Family Event Center is underway. The building is expected to complete construction in September. (Photo courtesy of Kansas State)
A New Frontier | K-State pursues extensive agricultural development
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 
Doin' It Knight | Issue 4: Walk Softly
Doin’ It Knight | Issue 4: Walk Softly
Doin' It Knight | Issue 3: Tip of the Spear
Doin’ It Knight | Issue 3: Tip of the Spear
Comic by Jacob Bush | COLLEGIAN MEDIA GROUP
Doin’ it Knight | Issue 2: Through the Trees
Comic by Jacob Bush | COLLEGIAN MEDIA GROUP
Doin’ It Knight | Issue 1: This Glittering Band
Doin’ it Wright | #4
Doin’ it Wright | #4
Doin' it Wright | #3
Doin’ it Wright | #3
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 Haley Smith
Case’s Corner | A brief case of conspiracy
Graphic by Haley Smith
A brief case of propaganda
Graphic by Haley Smith
A brief case of intros and language
A Show Raised from the Dead | 'Daredevil: Born Again'
A Show Raised from the Dead | ‘Daredevil: Born Again’
The Return of Tron | A legacy of CGI masterpieces to return to theaters
The Return of Tron | A legacy of CGI masterpieces to return to theaters
The Stoic on Campus | How ancient philosophy relates to student life
Graphic by Haley Smith
Music’s newest best friend
Graphic by Haley Smith
REVIEW: The Life of Chuck
A Show Raised from the Dead | 'Daredevil: Born Again'
A Show Raised from the Dead | ‘Daredevil: Born Again’
The Return of Tron | A legacy of CGI masterpieces to return to theaters
The Return of Tron | A legacy of CGI masterpieces to return to theaters
REVIEW | ‘Sinners’
REVIEW | ‘Sinners’
REVIEW | ‘Invincible’ Season 3
REVIEW | ‘Invincible’ Season 3
Graphic by Haley Smith
Case’s Corner | A brief case of conspiracy
Graphic by Haley Smith
A brief case of propaganda
Graphic by Haley Smith
A brief case of intros and language
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’
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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Case’s Corner | A brief case of conspiracy

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September 10, 2025
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A brief case of propaganda

Kyra Case, copy chief
September 3, 2025
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A brief case of intros and language

Kyra Case, Copy Chief
August 27, 2025
Dr. Frank Tracz looks out towards the scoreboard during the Sunflower Showdown football game against Kansas on October 26, 2024.

K-State band director Dr. Frank Tracz announces retirement after 33 years

Kyra Case, Copy Chief
August 27, 2025
Team Cooked discusses their game plan before the Tech Bowl begins.

Black engineers society hosts K-State’s first Academic Tech Bowl

Kyra Case, news editor
May 1, 2025
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

Kyra Case and Gavin Pastine
April 24, 2025
UPC hosts Paws for Consent

UPC hosts Paws for Consent

Kyra Case, news editor
April 23, 2025
Isaac Chase flips sandwiches inside Varsity Food truck.

[Photo] Working in Manhattan | Student worker profiles

The Collegian, Staff Reports
April 21, 2025
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

Kyra Case, news editor
April 17, 2025
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

Cole Bertelsen and Kyra Case
April 3, 2025
Mayor Karen McCulloh and Commissioner Susan E. Adamchak discuss the CCA ordinance.

Commission moves forward with proposed open container ordinance

Kyra Case, news editor
March 27, 2025
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

Kyra Case, news editor
March 14, 2025
K-State rowers work on their craft. The Wildcats opened the spring season on March 8 in the Central Oklahoma Invitational. (Courtesy of K-State Athletics)

Rookie-led rowing team battles harsh conditions before spring season

Kyra Case, news editor
March 12, 2025
The stately Anderson Hall overlooks the lawn on a cold February afternoon. The building hosts many administrative branches of the university, including the Office of the President.

Fired PHD student threatens to retaliate legally against K-State after January 6 pardon

Kyra Case, news editor
March 5, 2025
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 

Kyra Case, news editor
February 19, 2025
Seaton Hall houses several academic departments, primarily the College of Architecture.

Out of Space | Seaton under construction to hold more students

Kyra Case, news editor
February 19, 2025
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

Kyra Case, news editor
February 5, 2025
During the last flu season, Lafene administered more than 1,800 vaccines. K-State students can get a flu shot without an appointment at Lafene Health Center.

Kansas experiences historic tuberculosis outbreak

Kyra Case, news editor
February 5, 2025
67 dead in Wichita plane crash near Washington, D.C.

67 dead in Wichita plane crash near Washington, D.C.

Kyra Case, news editor
January 30, 2025
Cows graze in a field at SAVE Farm in Riley County.

A State Running Dry | The effects of Kansas drought on farming

Kyra Case and Meredith McCalmon
January 29, 2025

‘I’m so glad you’re still open’ | A community saving stories

Kyra Case, news editor
January 28, 2025
Going home for the holidays? Here’s how to make your drive safer

Going home for the holidays? Here’s how to make your drive safer

Kyra Case, news editor
December 5, 2024

RCPD said two overnight shootings are linked

Kyra Case, news editor
December 5, 2024
Freedom Behavioral Health Solutions staff preparing to walk in the K-State homecoming parade. (Photo courtesy of Curtis Yonke)

Former K-State golfer’s journey to providing mental health care

Kyra Case, news editor
November 21, 2024

$5,000 generator stolen from pet grooming trailer

Kyra Case, news editor
November 14, 2024
The Riley County Historical Society and Museum hosts a Fireside Chat featuring historian and storyteller Jed Dunham at the Manhattan Public Library on Tuesday, November 12. Dunham shares stories and history of the Russian Revolution and Civil War that foreshadowed World War I.

Riley County Historical Museum hosts fireside chat

Kyra Case, news editor
November 14, 2024
Hande McGinty, Amy Betz and Melanie Derby are the three principle researchers in the study about condensation. (Photo courtesy of K-State News)

K-State engineers to send condensation study to International Space Station

Kyra Case, news editor
November 8, 2024
First-Time Voter? | Here’s what you need to know

First-Time Voter? | Here’s what you need to know

Kyra Case, news editor
November 1, 2024
Harris vs. Trump | Polls in full swing

Harris vs. Trump | Polls in full swing

Kyra Case, news editor
November 1, 2024
Money Talks | K-State living costs ‘within expectation’

Money Talks | K-State living costs ‘within expectation’

Kyra Case, news editor
October 23, 2024

Kenna Hibbs’ family adds $10,000 to reward for information

Kyra Case, news editor
October 22, 2024
Kyle Rohrmann presents to K-State students in the Business Building.

Mr. Beast marketing head speaks at K-State

Kyra Case, news writer
October 10, 2024
Kim Zito and Angel Roeser debate over numerous topics at K-State Union Courtyard.

House candidates face off in K-State Union Courtyard

Kyra Case, news editor
October 3, 2024
Wildcat Voter Quest | (courtesy of Institute for Civic Discourse and Democracy)

K-State students encouraged to vote as registration comes to a close

Kyra Case, news editor
September 26, 2024

Manhattan woman arrested on 100k bond after failing to appear in court

Kyra Case, news editor
September 26, 2024
Anna Coke is the student who originated the Pause Day movement, wanting to give students a break for mental health and well-being. (Photo courtesy of Anna Coke)

Wildcats take a pause

Kyra Case, news editor
September 26, 2024
(Graphic courtesy of Lafene Health Center)

Tuberculosis case confirmed at K-State

Kyra Case, news editor
September 19, 2024
Police were called in at 12:20 a.m. after a white Mazda collided with an outer pillar. (Photo courtesy of St. Isidore's)

Drunk driver crashes into St. Isidore’s gate

Kyra Case, news editor
September 19, 2024
Hibbs was found at 800 and Laramie on the morning of Friday, Aug. 30.

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

Kyra Case, news editor
September 6, 2024
Manhattan company Hi-Tech Interior is the parent company to HTI Residential, located in Wichita.

$120,000 stolen from Manhattan subsidiary

Kyra Case, news editor
August 30, 2024
Monster, an 8-year-old Riley County police K-9, retired after seven years of service because of medical issues. (Photo Courtesy of RCPD)

Police K-9 retires after years of service

Kyra Case, news editor
August 30, 2024
K-State plays football against TCU at Bill Snyder Family Stadium on Oct. 19, 2019. The Wildcats took the Horned Frogs 24-17.

Empty your wallets: K-State Athletics moves to cashless facilities

Kyra Case, news editor
August 23, 2024
Removal of caucus chair calls for judicial review

Removal of caucus chair calls for judicial review

Kyra Case, news editor
May 2, 2024
One of the areas affected by potholes in Manhattan is Sunset Avenue. The City of Manhattan is not compensating students for the damage caused by the potholes.

Manhattan road conditions strain students’ wallets and heighten safety concerns

Kyra Case, Jersey Johnson, and Sarah Conner
May 2, 2024
In the entrance of the Aggieville Garage, a sign displays the parking rates. Currently, parking is free from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday due to recent construction in Aggieville.

Aggieville Parking Garage offers free weekday parking for limited time

Kyra Case, staff writer
April 25, 2024
City engineer Brian Johnson proposed a traffic light master plan to increase safety on Manhattan roads. This plan will improve communication between traffic signals.

Traffic light master plan proposed to city commission

Kyra Case, staff writer
April 4, 2024
The annual Aggieville Egg Hunt is underway. Eggs are hidden in various businesses throughout Aggieville until March 29 and the prizes can be picked up at the Aggieville Business Association.

Donation-based Aggieville egg hunt highlights Manhattan businesses

Kyra Case, staff writer
March 28, 2024

Manhattan’s North Campus Corridor Project enters final phase

Kyra Case, staff writer
March 7, 2024
The Association of Residence Halls submitted a survey Monday for students to share their thoughts on whether dining halls should be open Sundays. (Archive photo)

Association of Residence Halls considers Derby Dining Center opening on Sundays

Kyra Case, staff writer
February 23, 2024

Execution of search warrant leads to three arrests

Kyra Case, staff writer
February 15, 2024

Police arrest two suspects for aggravated robbery

Kyra Case, staff writer
February 9, 2024
A team of K-State veterinary researchers received a patent for their canine pain medication. (Photo Courtesy of Butch KuKanich)

College of Veterinary Medicine researchers at K-State receive patent for new canine drug

Kyra Case, staff writer
February 2, 2024
Manhattan Parks and Recreation plans make Sunset and Sunrise Cemeteries more accessible. One change involves fixing road conditions at Sunset Cemetery (shown).

City of Manhattan unveils cemeteries master plan

Kyra Case and Elizabeth Hamilton
January 26, 2024
LINK scooters were removed from Manhattan and K-State after Superpedestrian ceased operations. K-State hopes to replace the e-scooters with another method of transportation. (Archive Photo by Dylan Connell)

LINK e-scooters removed from Manhattan

Kyra Case, staff writer
January 19, 2024
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