Since Manhattan was selected as the future site of the National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility the city has gained world focus in the bio-science field. While NBAF has seen some opposition in Manhattan, we at the Collegian are happy NBAF is acting as a catalyst for other science-related research facilities to relocate to the city.

With Monday's official announcement of the Arthropod-Borne Animal Disease Research Laboratory's relocation to Manhattan, the city has gained another reason for national attention. With a federal research lab prepared to relocate to Manhattan, businesses will follow and open a wider job market for K-State graduates.

Rarely does an opportunity to be on the cutting edge of a science community present itself, and we commend the city and K-State for taking the leap to the fore-front. The private and government business that could potentially relocate will bring with them a greater need for housing and additional businesses.

Manhattan will continue to grow and the K-State graduates of the future can rest assured they will have a competitive edge in the bio-science job market. As an institute for higher learning, it should be a primary responsibility of K-State to make all attempts to bring in businesses that can propel the local economy and find K-Staters employment after graduation.