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Angus, Hereford and Simmental bulls were auctioned off on March 7 in the 48th annual Legacy Sale. The sale was held at the Stanley Stout Center and solely run by students.
Students host 48th annual K-State bull sale
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
K-State lab loses $50 million after executive order
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
Micro mobility firm Veo released scooters on Kansas State's campus and surrounding areas over the first weekend in March.
Veo to pause new e-scooter operations on Fake Patty’s Day weekend
Cows can be affected by the H5N1 influenza virus, causing harm to the cattle farming industry. The virus is spread through milk rather than respiratory transmission.
K-State researchers find avian influenza spreads between cows via milking
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
Angus, Hereford and Simmental bulls were auctioned off on March 7 in the 48th annual Legacy Sale. The sale was held at the Stanley Stout Center and solely run by students.
Students host 48th annual K-State bull sale
K-State lab loses $50 million after executive order
Micro mobility firm Veo released scooters on Kansas State's campus and surrounding areas over the first weekend in March.
Veo to pause new e-scooter operations on Fake Patty’s Day weekend
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
Angus, Hereford and Simmental bulls were auctioned off on March 7 in the 48th annual Legacy Sale. The sale was held at the Stanley Stout Center and solely run by students.
Students host 48th annual K-State bull sale
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
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
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
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
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
$5,000 generator stolen from pet grooming trailer
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
Forwards Temira Poindexter (left) and Kennedy Taylor (right) celebrate K-State Round of 32 overtime victory over Kentucky. The No. 5-seeded Wildcats defeated No. 4 seed Kentucky 80-79 in overtime in Lexington, Kentucky. (Photo courtesy of K-State Athletics)
Madness of March | K-State women ready for Sweet 16 opportunity against No. 1 seed USC
USC guard JuJu Watkins is helped off the court after suffering an ACL tear in the Round of 32. Watkins will miss Saturday's Sweet 16 matchup. (Photo courtesy of Henry Kofman | Daily Trojan)
K-State prepares for USC without All-American JuJu Watkins
Forward Temira Poindexter (2) and teammates celebrate a major block against West Virginia at the Big 12 Tournament on March 7.
Temira Poindexter ‘grateful’ to help K-State to its first Sweet 16 since 2002
Forward Kennedy Taylor (12) and Temira Poindexter (2) celebrate during the third quarter against Baylor on February 25th. Taylor finished with 16 points in the 79-62 loss against the Bears.
Know Your Opponent | K-State faces USC in first Sweet 16 since 2002
K-State two-way freshman Donte Lewis hurls a pitch toward the plate in K-State's victory over Nebraska on March 25 at Tointon Family Stadium.
K-State outlasts Nebraska in high-scoring duel
K-State right fielder AJ Evasco makes contact with the ball for a single in the sixth inning of Game 3 against Utah on March 16 at Tointon Family Stadium.
K-State baseball takes Baylor series to rise atop Big 12 standings
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 (Courtesy Photo | K-State Athletics).
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
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
Forwards Temira Poindexter (left) and Kennedy Taylor (right) celebrate K-State Round of 32 overtime victory over Kentucky. The No. 5-seeded Wildcats defeated No. 4 seed Kentucky 80-79 in overtime in Lexington, Kentucky. (Photo courtesy of K-State Athletics)
Madness of March | K-State women ready for Sweet 16 opportunity against No. 1 seed USC
USC guard JuJu Watkins is helped off the court after suffering an ACL tear in the Round of 32. Watkins will miss Saturday's Sweet 16 matchup. (Photo courtesy of Henry Kofman | Daily Trojan)
K-State prepares for USC without All-American JuJu Watkins
Forward Temira Poindexter (2) and teammates celebrate a major block against West Virginia at the Big 12 Tournament on March 7.
Temira Poindexter ‘grateful’ to help K-State to its first Sweet 16 since 2002
Forward Kennedy Taylor (12) and Temira Poindexter (2) celebrate during the third quarter against Baylor on February 25th. Taylor finished with 16 points in the 79-62 loss against the Bears.
Know Your Opponent | K-State faces USC in first Sweet 16 since 2002
K-State players Serena Sundell (back right), Zyanna Walker (front right), Temira Poindexter (front left) and Kennedy Taylor (back left) celebrate a score during the Round of 32 victory over No. 4 seed Kentucky. No. 5 seed K-State won 80-79 to advance to the program's first Sweet 16 since 2002. (Photo Courtesy of K-State Athletics)
No. 5 K-State clinches Sweet 16 berth over No. 4 Kentucky in OT classic
K-State center Ayoka Lee looks on during the first half of No. 5 seed K-State's 85-41 win over No. 12 seed Fairfield in the NCAA Tournament on March 21. Lee returned from injury and carded a double-double. (Photo courtesy of K-State Athletics)
No. 5 K-State women fly by No. 12 Fairfield 85-41 in NCAA opener
Players Dug McDaniel (0), David N'Guessan (1), and Coleman Hawkins (33) huddle with their teammates during a break in play against the Oklahoma State Cowboys on Jan 29. The Wildcats defeated the Cowboys, 85-57.
K-State ends season with Big 12 tournament loss to Baylor, likely forgoing postseason
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 senior forward Coleman Hawkins shoots the ball over an Arizona defender 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 downs Arizona State in Big 12 Tournament opener
K-State senior David N'Guessan goes up for a layup against Iowa State on senior day. The Wildcats fell to the Cyclones as N'Guessan scored 19 points on 8-of-10 field goals on March 8.
K-State basketball drops senior day to Iowa State, will be No. 10 seed at Big 12 Tournament
Head coach Jerome Tang smiles while the Wildcats defeated Oklahoma State 85-57 on Jan. 29 at Bramlage Coliseum.
K-State earns commitments from Ashton Magee, Exavier Wilson
Forward Coleman Hawkins looks to pass during the first half against Cincinnati. Hawkins led the offense in scoring with 20 points as they defeated then-No. 16 Cincinnati 70-67 to open conference play on Dec. 30.
K-State sweeps Cincinnati with a tough road win
K-State two-way freshman Donte Lewis hurls a pitch toward the plate in K-State's victory over Nebraska on March 25 at Tointon Family Stadium.
K-State outlasts Nebraska in high-scoring duel
K-State right fielder AJ Evasco makes contact with the ball for a single in the sixth inning of Game 3 against Utah on March 16 at Tointon Family Stadium.
K-State baseball takes Baylor series to rise atop Big 12 standings
Bear Madliak hustles around the bases as a teammate hits a ball into play. The Wildcats defeated William and Mary 20-6 in seven innings on March 9 at Tointon Family Stadium.
K-State baseball drops pair in mid-week Nebraska trip 
Left-handed pitcher Lincoln Sheffield celebrates a strike out to end the inning. The Wildcats defeated William and Mary 20-6 in seven innings on March 9 at Tointon Family Stadium.
Know Your Opponent | Kansas State baseball opens Big 12 play against new conference foe Utah
K-State shortstop Maximus Martin celebrates one of many home runs on the weekend as the Wildcats defeated William and Mary 20-6 in seven innings on March 9 at Tointon Family Stadium.
Blazing bat earns K-State baseball’s Maximus Martin national honors
K-State shortstop Max Martin flashed the "Go 'Cats" hand sign as he trots home after a home run on Friday. Martin finished the sweep against William & Mary, hitting .667 with 12 RBI, seven runs scored, and eight hits, which included five home runs and one double.
K-State baseball sweeps William & Mary with big weekend from Maximus Martin
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
Editors’ Picks | Songs of March  
Editors’ Picks | Songs of March  
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
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
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
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!
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
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
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’
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
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
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
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
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
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
‘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
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Doin’ it Wright | #4
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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
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
Built in 1951, Eisenhower Hall houses modern languages, international and area studies programs and pre-health professions within the College of Arts and Sciences.
K-State department offers wide range of language education
OPINION | The Cuban hope
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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’
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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REVIEW | ‘Captain America: Brave New World’
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The Bookmark | ‘All the Light We Cannot See’
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
Letter from the Editor: Collegian website outage report, Dec. 28, 2023
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K-State shortstop Maximus Martin celebrates one of many home runs on the weekend as the Wildcats defeated William and Mary 20-6 in seven innings on March 9 at Tointon Family Stadium.

Blazing bat earns K-State baseball’s Maximus Martin national honors

The Collegian, staff report • March 11, 2025
The Wildcats' shortstop earned multiple weekly honors after a historic weekend at the plate.
K-State shortstop Max Martin flashed the "Go 'Cats" hand sign as he trots home after a home run on Friday. Martin finished the sweep against William & Mary, hitting .667 with 12 RBI, seven runs scored, and eight hits, which included five home runs and one double.

K-State baseball sweeps William & Mary with big weekend from Maximus Martin

Brayden Meseke, staff writer • March 9, 2025
Home opening weekend was a successful one for K-State baseball, sweeping William & Mary.
K-State senior David N'Guessan goes up for a layup against Iowa State on senior day. The Wildcats fell to the Cyclones as N'Guessan scored 19 points on 8-of-10 field goals on March 8.

K-State basketball drops senior day to Iowa State, will be No. 10 seed at Big 12 Tournament

The Collegian, staff report • March 9, 2025
Wildcats wrapped up the regular season at 15-16 ahead of the postseason at Kansas City.
Forward Kennedy Taylor (12) anticipates bringing in a contested pass during the West Virginia game. The WIldcats lost in the Big 12 tournament quarterfinals.

No. 20 K-State starts hot, ends cold in Big 12 tournament loss to West Virginia

Brayden Meseke, staff writer • March 7, 2025
K-State will now focus on the NCAA tournament after the 73-69 loss in Kansas City.
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

Brayden Meseke, staff writer • March 6, 2025
The Wildcats are still without Ayoka Lee but had a good offensive showing, winning 80-65. 
Head coach Jerome Tang smiles while the Wildcats defeated Oklahoma State 85-57 on Jan. 29 at Bramlage Coliseum.

K-State earns commitments from Ashton Magee, Exavier Wilson

Brayden Meseke, staff writer • March 6, 2025
Jerome Tang and staff receive commitment from a pair of high school prospects in the Class of 2025.
Forward Coleman Hawkins looks to pass during the first half against Cincinnati. Hawkins led the offense in scoring with 20 points as they defeated then-No. 16 Cincinnati 70-67 to open conference play on Dec. 30.

K-State sweeps Cincinnati with a tough road win

Brayden Meseke, staff writer • March 6, 2025

Senior forward David N’Guessan carded 18 points and 10 rebounds, recording his sixth double-double of the season to lead Kansas State men’s basketball to a close 54-49 victory at Cincinnati on Wednesday.. N’Guessan,...

David N'Guessan yells with excitement after dunking the ball. The Wildcats defeated West Virginia 73-60 on Jan. 25 at Bramlage Coliseum.

Senior Spotlight | Looking back at the career of David N’Guessan

Brayden Meseke, staff writer • March 5, 2025
David N’Guessan will play his final home game in a Wildcat uniform on Saturday as the Wildcats take on the Cyclones.
Players David N'Guessan (1), Spencer Bain (5), Ugonna Onyenso (34) and others thank the fans in the student section following a dominating 85-57 victory over Oklahoma State on January 29th in Bramlage Coliseum.

Know Your Opponent | Kansas State basketball looks for 2nd upset of Iowa State

Brayden Meseke, staff writer • March 5, 2025
The Wildcats defeated the Cyclones earlier this year 80-61, but the Cyclones are fully healthy and out for revenge.
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
David N’Guessan achieves 1,000 career points in K-State’s win over Colorado.
K-State left-handed pitcher Lincoln Sheffield hurls a pitch toward home plate during K-State's win over Nebraska in the Frisco Classic on Sunday. Sheffield recorded seven strikeouts and allowed two runs in 6 1/3 innings. (Photo courtesy of K-State Athletics)

K-State baseball finishes Frisco Classic with back-to-back wins

Brayden Meseke, staff writer • March 3, 2025
Bat Cats beat Nebraska, Sam Houston State to finish with a 2-1 mark at Frisco Classic.
K-State's Seth Dardar celebrates after rounding the bases for a home run against No. 2 LSU. (Photo courtesy of K-State Athletics)

K-State baseball falls in extra innings to No. 2 LSU

Brayden Meseke, staff writer • February 28, 2025
The Wildcats had a chance for their fourth-straight Top 25 win in the ninth but ultimately fell short in extras, 8-5.
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