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The Wildcat OneBuy platform will merge multiple purchasing services into one tool, providing efficiency to transaction processes for faculty.
Wildcat OneBuy system simplifies purchasing for faculty
A new AI Stewardship Committee will lead university-wide efforts to expand governance, evaluate AI tools and improve literacy. Administrators say the goal is not restricting AI use but instead helping students and faculty use the technology more responsibly as it becomes increasingly integrated into campus coursework.
K-State advances AI governance amid growing use across campus
Kaitlyn Herman, junior in art education, works on her educational psychology work in the Catalyst on Oct. 11.
Bluemont Hall Catalyst renovations completed
K-State President Richard Linton looks on as a video plays during the State of the University address at McCain Auditorium on Sept. 18.
K-State President Richard Linton to leave Wildcats for Virginia Tech
U.S. Sen. Roger Marshall addresses the crowd during the K-State Republicans town hall in the K-State Student Union on Oct. 8.
Roger Marshall discusses wide range of topics at Union town hall
Though beef prices are high, K-State researches say the increased cost is mostly due to higher demand.
‘Let markets work’ | K-State researchers explain increased beef prices
K-State President Richard Linton looks on as a video plays during the State of the University address at McCain Auditorium on Sept. 18.
K-State President Richard Linton to leave Wildcats for Virginia Tech
Archive photo by Austin Van Meter
K-State, Jerome Tang finalize settlement agreement
Photo courtesy of the Riley County Police Department
Student critically injured after falling 70 feet in effort to avoid incoming vehicle
Jack Fleischaker died after falling out of a second-story window at the Sigma Chi fraternity house. Kansas State has not released any comment.
Student dies after falling from window at Sigma Chi
A spectator approaches an individal on Bosco Plaza holding a sign encouraging use of the n-word (Photo courtesy of anonymous Kansas State student).
Local NAACP urges K-State to act after student displayed racial slur on Bosco Plaza
Photo courtesy of Kansas State University.
Dean Chris Culbertson accepts position at University of South Carolina
The Wildcat OneBuy platform will merge multiple purchasing services into one tool, providing efficiency to transaction processes for faculty.
Wildcat OneBuy system simplifies purchasing for faculty
A new AI Stewardship Committee will lead university-wide efforts to expand governance, evaluate AI tools and improve literacy. Administrators say the goal is not restricting AI use but instead helping students and faculty use the technology more responsibly as it becomes increasingly integrated into campus coursework.
K-State advances AI governance amid growing use across campus
Kaitlyn Herman, junior in art education, works on her educational psychology work in the Catalyst on Oct. 11.
Bluemont Hall Catalyst renovations completed
U.S. Sen. Roger Marshall addresses the crowd during the K-State Republicans town hall in the K-State Student Union on Oct. 8.
Roger Marshall discusses wide range of topics at Union town hall
If a student finds a bat that needs to be tested, they should call animal control or use a container, gloves and other safety measures to carefully capture it.
K-State Rabies Laboratory sees increase in exposure to potential rabies cases
The new legal services attorney and hazing prevention and conduct coordinator are free resources for students.
New positions expand hazing prevention, education and legal support
Though beef prices are high, K-State researches say the increased cost is mostly due to higher demand.
‘Let markets work’ | K-State researchers explain increased beef prices
If a student finds a bat that needs to be tested, they should call animal control or use a container, gloves and other safety measures to carefully capture it.
K-State Rabies Laboratory sees increase in exposure to potential rabies cases
Democratic candidate for Kansas House District 66 Sydney Carlin speaks to a community member after the Indivisible MHK Candidate Forum.
Voter involvement, civic participation shape candidate forum ahead of midterm elections
Doe v. The State of Kansas represents the debate over transgender individuals’ rights in Kansas. Challenging Senate Bill 244, the results of the multi-day trial portion of the lawsuit will either block or uphold its enforcement.
SB 244 lawsuit raises questions about the future of trans rights in Kansas
Local chapters of progressive organizations, the Indivisible Project and NAACP, hosted a Rally for Democracy last weekend. Speakers emphasized the vitality of community, hope and voting.
‘I work for you’ | Cindy Holscher speaks at local rally
Photo courtesy of the Riley County Police Department
Student critically injured after falling 70 feet in effort to avoid incoming vehicle
RCPD launches online system to simplify sexual assault reporting for victims
RCPD launches online system to simplify sexual assault reporting for victims
(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
U.S. Sen. Roger Marshall addresses the crowd during the K-State Republicans town hall in the K-State Student Union on Oct. 8.
Roger Marshall discusses wide range of topics at Union town hall
Democratic candidate for Kansas House District 66 Sydney Carlin speaks to a community member after the Indivisible MHK Candidate Forum.
Voter involvement, civic participation shape candidate forum ahead of midterm elections
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
From FIFA trying to sell World Cup stakes to private investors to Manchester City breaching English Premier League financial regulations, football is becoming a game for the rich, and it must be stopped.
My passion is not your profit
Freshman Reese Resmer tips the ball back to KU at the Sunflower Showdown on Oct. 15 at Morgan Family Arena. Resmer has started in five matches this season.
Sunflower Showdown stings as KU sweeps K-State
K-State Football helmets feature the Monster x Big 12 sticker at the Sept. 5 home opener against Nicholls. Media deals brought branding to uniforms and fields across the conference.
Monster Energy proves to be valuable for the Big 12
Defensive end Elijah Hill celebrate a defensive play alongside teammates against Washington State on Sept. 12.
Know your opponent | 1 state. 2 Rivals. 17 straight. The Sunflower Showdown.
Photo courtesy of Lupita Guadalupe Guzman-Soto
Finding their lane at K-State
Despite their different backgrounds, K-State golfers have found family in one another through their shared love of the game. From supporting each other through wins and losses to a competitive game of Jenga, the Wildcats are creating a home away from home in Manhattan.
A home away from home at Colbert Hills
Defensive end Elijah Hill celebrate a defensive play alongside teammates against Washington State on Sept. 12.
Know your opponent | 1 state. 2 Rivals. 17 straight. The Sunflower Showdown.
Avery Johnson (2) rushes during the Wildcats loss to Houston on Oct. 10 at Bill Snyder Family Stadium. Johnson rushed for 39 yards in the game.
4 Overmyer touchdowns power Houston past K-State
Will Anciaux runs downfield after receiving a pass from Avery Johnson. Anciaux had 3 receptions for 59 yards against Tulane. The Wildcats defeated the Green Wave 31-20 on Sept. 19 at Bill Snyder Family Stadium.
Will Anciaux to miss the rest of the season
Though K-State lost its first Big 12 matchup against Cincinnati, Wildcat fans shouldn't lose hope.
K-State’s Big 12 Championship campaign may be over sooner than expected after loss to Cincinnati
With SEC teams dominating “College GameDay”’s schedule, the spotlight hasn’t been evenly distributed across college football. K-State’s decade-long GameDay drought in Manhattan is one example of what gets left out.
SEC-infused ‘College GameDay’ fails to provide the Saturday experience to non-southern universities
In the first four games of the season, many of K-State's transfers have made their presence known.
Portal to production | K-State transfers make immediate impact
K-State center Ramiya White (22) shoots during the basketball game against West Virginia on Jan. 4 at Bramlage Coliseum in Manhattan.
Season-ending injuries haunt K-State
Tess Heal (34), guard, cuts as she dribbles down the court during the WBIT first-round game between Kansas State and Georgia Tech at Bramlage Coliseum in Manhattan, Kansas, on March 19, 2026. Kansas State defeated Georgia Tech 69–65.
Wildcats knocked out of WBIT by Cal in second round
Forward Nastja Claessens (4) dances with guard Mikayla Parks (10) as she is announced for starting lineups against BYU at Bramlage Coliseum on February 7, 2026.
K-State pulls out a 69-65 against Georgia Tech
K-State Women's Basketball players Taryn Sides (11), Gina Garcia (6) and Nastja Claessens (4) watch the pregame hype video from the bench prior to their announcement as starters for the January 4, 2026 game against West Virginia at Bramlage Coliseum.
K-State gets knocked out by No. 1 seed TCU
Freshman Jordan Speiser is listening to her coach. The Wildcats lost to South Dakota 72-71 at Bramlage Coliseum on November 13th, 2025.
Wildcats advance to semifinals after 74-73 battle
Gard Gina Garcia defends an Iowa State shooter. The Wildcats fell short to the Cyclones 93-79 during the last regular season game. Garcia had 14 points and 10 assists on the day.
Cyclones’ second-half surge overtakes K-State in final home game
Archive photo by Payton Lee
‘The journey of the season is my favorite part of coaching’
Mark Young poses for a photo with two young K-State fans wearing basketball jerseys. (Photo courtesy of Mark Young)
Life after basketball
K-State names 27th head men’s basketball coach
K-State names 27th head men’s basketball coach
K-State Interim Head Coach Matt Driscoll pleads his case with the officials after warnings were sent to both K-State and Kansas at Allen Fieldhouse on March 7, 2026. Officiating was of little controversy in the 104-85 routing of the Wildcats.
Wildcats conclude controversial season with early tournament loss
Guard PJ Haggerty (4) walks off the court in discernment after falling 104-85 to Kansas at Allen Fieldhouse on March 7, 2026.
Wildcats’ season ended with a loss to BYU, 105-91
Guard Nate Johnson (34) hangs his head after one of the many big offensive plays by Kansas in the 104-85 routing of the Wildcats at Allen Fieldhouse on March 7, 2026.
Jayhawks bury Wildcats, 104-85, during second Sunflower Showdown
K-State pitcher (15) Grady Westphal throws a pitch during the Wildcats' exhibition game against Western Oklahoma State on Oct. 9.
‘Cats unable to bounce back after rough inning
K-State pitcher Adam Arther hurls a pitch in the Wildcats' exhbition game against the Mississauga Tigers. Arther is coming off a career high in innings pitched and appearances in 2026.
K-State handles fall ball opener, 15-1
Pitcher James Guyette (32) follows through with a pitch to catcher Bear Madliak (3) against SIUE at Tointon Family Stadium on March 6. Guyette would pitch a complete game in the 14-5 win over the Cougars.
Trio of Wildcats selected on 2nd day of MLB Draft
Dee Kennedy races toward first base during the Kansas State Wildcats' matchup against the Cincinnati Bearcats on May 9.
St. Louis Cardinals draft K-State’s Dee Kennedy at No. 114 overall
Grant Gallagher connects with a pitch during K-State's game against the Cincinnati Bearcats on Saturday, May 9 at Tointon Family Stadium.
K-State’s Big 12 run halted by West Virginia
Sophomore infielder Ty Smolinski sprints to first base after a hit against Nebraska on March 24.
Wildcats take down TCU 9-4 in 2nd round
Photo courtesy of K-State Athletics
‘Life isn’t always fair, and neither is soccer’
Senior forward Rilyn Rintoul draws her foot back to kick the ball downfield away from K-State's goal. The Wildcats fell 2-0 to the Jayhawks on October 8, at Buser Family Park.
K-State falls to KU in Sunflower Showdown
K-State’s 2026 soccer season has shown how expanded VAR can influence games through overturned goals, penalty decisions and lengthy reviews. While video review has a place in college soccer, the NCAA should return to a more limited system that corrects clear mistakes without allowing technology to become a central part of the game.
When VAR becomes the story, something is wrong
Photo courtesy of K-State Athletics
K-State’s road streak ends in Provo
Forward Gabby Demers rears back to kick the ball past Arizona State's defense to keep the attack alive. K-State lost 2-0 to the Sun Devils, marking the team's second loss of the season.
Slow start proves costly as Wildcats fall to Arizona State
K-State junior defender Chloe Dillbeck (33) looks downfield to start an offensive attack during the first half against Arizona. With a quiet first forty-five minutes, their offense ignited with 20 total shots before.
5 times and counting | VAR continues to shape K-State soccer’s season
Freshman Reese Resmer tips the ball back to KU at the Sunflower Showdown on Oct. 15 at Morgan Family Arena. Resmer has started in five matches this season.
Sunflower Showdown stings as KU sweeps K-State
Photo courtesy of K-State Athletics
K-State loses 5-set heartbreaker to No. 23 Colorado
Photo courtesy of K-State Athletics
K-State volleyball falls to Iowa State in straight sets
K-State's Skylar Brady (11) attacks against Utah at Morgan Family Arena on Oct. 3. Brady recorded 3 kills in the match as the Wildcats fell to the Utes, 3-0.
No. 23 Utah sweeps K-State behind dominant offense
After completing a kill, Addison Massey celebrates. Massey recorded 23 kills in the match. The Wildcats fell to BYU 1-3 on Oct. 1 at Morgan Family Arena.
Woes continue as K-State drops 2nd straight
Lauren Latham serves the ball over the net against Houston on Sept. 27, at Morgan Family Arena. K-State recorded three service aces during the match, with Lauren Latham, Fuka Sekita and Addison Massey each contributing one.
Houston snaps K-State’s nine-match winning streak.
Photo courtesy of K-State Athletics
K-State track shines in Eugene with 2 national titles, men finish 8th overall
Long jumper Selva Prabhu crashing into the sand after a long jump attempt at the DeLoss Dodds Invitational
K-State crowned with 3 Big 12 champions as men finish 4th in Tucson
Vanessa Mercera competes in the 400m dash at the Ward Haylett Invitational on May 8.
Mercera breaks 30-year record as Wildcats dominate senior night
Photo courtesy of K-State Athletics
Wildcats shine during relay teams at Drake Relays
Courtesy K-State Athletics
K-State track shines at Oregon Team Invitational, men take title
Kansas State jumper Selva Prabhu competes in the triple jump at the DeLoss Dodds Invitational indoor track and field tournament on Jan. 31, in Manhattan, KS.
K-State men finish fourth at indoor championship
Bond Grief Collective owner Olivia Bond speaks with community members during Flight Crew Community Week.
Flight Crew Coffee, Bond Grief Collective partner for week of connection
Phi Gamma Delta, Delta Sigma Phi and Delta Delta Delta put the finishing touches on their pomping in the backyard of Phi Gamma Delta during Monday night of homecoming week.
From paper to parade | Greek life’s impact on homecoming
An installation hangs from the ceiling inside the Marianna Kistler Beach Museum of Art. The piece is part of Home/Land: Wahzhazhe Artists Speak, an exhibition highlighting the work of Osage artists.
Beach Museum opens ‘Home/Land’ exhibit on Indigenous Peoples Day
Photo courtesy of Peter Ringenberg
‘Shakespeare’s for everyone’ | Bringing the bard beyond the stage
Zeta Tau Alpha members dance and leap into the air at Wildcat Request Live on Oct. 13 in Bramlage Coliseum.
Behind the curtain of Wildcat Request Live
Comedian Saad Haroon performs crowd work during his comedy set at the Comedy Show & Fundraising Night. The Pakistan Student Association organized the night at the Student Union on Oct. 8.
Comedy for a cause | Pakistan Student Association raises money for Pakistani children
Bryan Vereen crouches and poses with his iconic dumbbells on K-State's campus. Vereen is known for walking around Manhattan and curling gold dumbbells down Anderson Avenue.
The man behind the golden dumbbells
Maintenance workers Jacob Boggs and Danielle Salcedo work together to repair a floor-cleaning machine at the K-State library on Sept. 23.
Duo handles whatever campus throws their way
Kansas Supreme Court Justice Dan Biles waves to the audience located in Manhattan High School's auditorium after being introduced by Chief Justice Lawton Ness on Sept. 24, 2018.
From The K-State Collegian to the Kansas Supreme Court
K-State veterinary student and rodeo competitor Kassandra Shoemaker ropes a calf during practice in Manhattan, Kansas (Photo courtesy of Wolf Grove Photo).
A life built on faith, horses and hard work
Saima Tanveer, senior at Kansas State University interior design major.
Life, work and play as an international student
Photo courtesy of the K-State Country Dance Club
Finding their footing | Inside K-State’s Country Dance Club
Union Station by JP's hosts trivia night every Tuesday at 7pm. This event is open to the public, challenging participants knowledge on various topics.
Trivia night brings students together with friendly competition
Graphic by Anna Angell
Film Review | A bleak take on modern romance: “The Lobster”
"They make me feel young!" says attendee, who frequently attends drag events. Brihanna Jayde showed love to her during the final performance of the day at Sinkers Lounge on Sept. 20, 2025.
Glitter, glam and good eats
Graphic by Haley Smith
Sounds of bluegrass and brass at Liquid Art Winery
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
Local jazz artist and K-State alumnus JahVelle Rhone plays soprano saxophone in Café Azul on the second floor of the Museum of Art + Light.
Museum of Art + Light one-time event highlights black history at night of art, music and community
The Museum of Art + Light, located in downtown Manhattan, is hosting "Rhythm & Hues", an event combining art and jazz on Feb 20.
Museum of Art + Light to feature award-winning artist, live jazz
The truth behind sad songs
The truth behind sad songs
A concerted effort | Green bandanas tie together music and mental health
A concerted effort | Green bandanas tie together music and mental health
Graphic by Haley Smith
Former Wildcats united by music
Graphic by Haley Smith
Sounds of bluegrass and brass at Liquid Art Winery
Shirts hang for sale inside of the newly opened Ziggy's Pizza in Manhattan.
Fresh out of the oven | Ziggy’s Pizza arrives in Manhattan
Art, appetite and impact
Art, appetite and impact
Campbell McNorton ​is the Real Food Lunch Coordinator. She loves growing her cooking skills and being able to share them with the community.
‘All humans welcome, no strings attached’: ECM offers free vegan meals
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
Sorority members cheer and throw candy as they pass through Aggieville on their floats on Oct. 16. Sororities and Fraternities pick a theme every year to base their homecoming week around and display it at the annual K-State Homecoming parade.
Sights from Homecoming Week
Avery Johnson (2) fakes a pass as he scrambles to his right. Johnson threw 2 interceptions in the Wildcats 35 to 16 loss.
Scenes from K-State vs Houston
Cadyn Karl (2) celebrates his homerun with his teammate Maddix Simpson (6). Karl is returning for his 4th year at K-State.
Scenes from K-State Baseball vs Western Oklahoma State
Junior goalkeeper Maddie Sibbing is kicking the ball back downfield away from her goal. The Wildcats fell 2-0 to the Jayhawks on October 8th, 2026, at Buser Family Park.
Sights of K-State Soccer vs KU
Caleigh Ponn celebrates a successful point against the Cougars. Ponn recorded one assist. The Wildcats fell to BYU 1-3 on Oct. 2.
Scenes of K-State Volleyball vs BYU
Kelsey Chen, a junior, lines up a putt during the PowerCat Classic tournament on Sept. 28 at Colbert Hills. Chen set a new school record 54-hole score of 15-under par, 201.
Scenes of Powercat Classic
Sorority members cheer and throw candy as they pass through Aggieville on their floats on Oct. 16. Sororities and Fraternities pick a theme every year to base their homecoming week around and display it at the annual K-State Homecoming parade.
Sights from Homecoming Week
Avery Johnson (2) fakes a pass as he scrambles to his right. Johnson threw 2 interceptions in the Wildcats 35 to 16 loss.
Scenes from K-State vs Houston
Cadyn Karl (2) celebrates his homerun with his teammate Maddix Simpson (6). Karl is returning for his 4th year at K-State.
Scenes from K-State Baseball vs Western Oklahoma State
Junior goalkeeper Maddie Sibbing is kicking the ball back downfield away from her goal. The Wildcats fell 2-0 to the Jayhawks on October 8th, 2026, at Buser Family Park.
Sights of K-State Soccer vs KU
Caleigh Ponn celebrates a successful point against the Cougars. Ponn recorded one assist. The Wildcats fell to BYU 1-3 on Oct. 2.
Scenes of K-State Volleyball vs BYU
Kelsey Chen, a junior, lines up a putt during the PowerCat Classic tournament on Sept. 28 at Colbert Hills. Chen set a new school record 54-hole score of 15-under par, 201.
Scenes of Powercat Classic
Doin' it Knight | Issue 6: Solace - FINALE
Doin’ it Knight | Issue 6: Solace – FINALE
Issue 20 Comics
Issue 20 Comics
Issue 19 Comics
Issue 19 Comics
Doin' It Knight | Issue 5 part 2: Cratered
Doin’ It Knight | Issue 5 part 2: Cratered
Doin' It Knight | Issue 5 part 1: Cratered
Doin’ It Knight | Issue 5 part 1: Cratered
Issue 13 Comics
Issue 13 Comics
From FIFA trying to sell World Cup stakes to private investors to Manchester City breaching English Premier League financial regulations, football is becoming a game for the rich, and it must be stopped.
My passion is not your profit
With workloads and stress growing as the semester progresses, Wildcat Pause Day is essential to ensuring K-State students get a chance to reset.
Why every university needs a Wildcat Pause Day
Political ads should educate voters on what a candidate is actually offering, not tell them why they shouldn't vote for the other side.
Is hate the most powerful campaign strategy?
K-State Football helmets feature the Monster x Big 12 sticker at the Sept. 5 home opener against Nicholls. Media deals brought branding to uniforms and fields across the conference.
Monster Energy proves to be valuable for the Big 12
Released twenty years ago this month, Sofia Coppola’s “Marie Antoinette” redefined period film fashion.
The Likens Lookbook | 20 years of ‘Marie Antoinette’
It may be easy to judge a celebrity based on their family ties, but judge them by their true talent instead.
Who’s your daddy? | Nepotism in the music industry
"Sharing the Harvest" previewed at Hale Library last Friday, May 1. The film is an interdisciplinary collaboration between the A.Q. Miller School of Media and Communication, Department of Social Transformation Studies and student interns supported by the Chapman Center for Rural Studies.
Documentary Review | The fight against food insecurity
Film Review | 'Shame' captures the psychological realities of war
Film Review | ‘Shame’ captures the psychological realities of war
Photo illustration by Haley Smith, photos by Lilly Crist and Haylee Haslett
Drive-thru duel | 151 Coffee and 7 Brew stir the pot in Manhattan
Review | Grace in desolation
Review | Grace in desolation
REVIEW | Beyond the tabloids
REVIEW | Beyond the tabloids
When philosophy meets science fiction | ‘Stalker’ film review
When philosophy meets science fiction | ‘Stalker’ film review
Injury problem? Call Linkon Cure.
Injury problem? Call Linkon Cure.
Photo courtesy of Wildcat Electronic Media
This K-State defense will win championships
Case’s Corner | A brief case of political blame
Case’s Corner | A brief case of political blame
Case’s Corner | A brief case of government responsibility pt. 2
Case’s Corner | A brief case of government responsibility pt. 2
Graphic by Haley Smith
Halloween Costume Inspiration
Case’s Corner | A brief case of government responsibility
Case’s Corner | A brief case of government responsibility
Letter to the Editor
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
Kansas State Collegian Editor-in-Chief Greta Klein and Managing Editor Declan Phipps smile and pose with the Kedzie Hall sign in Kansas State Collegian sweatshirts.
Letter from the Editors | Serving as the student voice on K-State’s campus
Photo courtesy of Libby Zuck
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The Wildcat OneBuy platform will merge multiple purchasing services into one tool, providing efficiency to transaction processes for faculty.
Wildcat OneBuy system simplifies purchasing for faculty
Amylee Gil, news editor • October 16, 2026
New OneBuy platform to replace several outdated purchasing systems.
A new AI Stewardship Committee will lead university-wide efforts to expand governance, evaluate AI tools and improve literacy. Administrators say the goal is not restricting AI use but instead helping students and faculty use the technology more responsibly as it becomes increasingly integrated into campus coursework.
K-State advances AI governance amid growing use across campus
Alex Lanterman, staff writer • October 15, 2026
Kaitlyn Herman, junior in art education, works on her educational psychology work in the Catalyst on Oct. 11.
Bluemont Hall Catalyst renovations completed
Colin Jarchow, staff writer • October 14, 2026
K-State President Richard Linton looks on as a video plays during the State of the University address at McCain Auditorium on Sept. 18.
K-State President Richard Linton to leave Wildcats for Virginia Tech
Greta Klein, editor-in-chief • October 13, 2026
U.S. Sen. Roger Marshall addresses the crowd during the K-State Republicans town hall in the K-State Student Union on Oct. 8.
Roger Marshall discusses wide range of topics at Union town hall
Alex Lanterman, staff writer • October 12, 2026
Sports
From FIFA trying to sell World Cup stakes to private investors to Manchester City breaching English Premier League financial regulations, football is becoming a game for the rich, and it must be stopped.
My passion is not your profit
Salvador Valera, staff writer • October 17, 2026
How corruption has tainted the recent history of FIFA.
Freshman Reese Resmer tips the ball back to KU at the Sunflower Showdown on Oct. 15 at Morgan Family Arena. Resmer has started in five matches this season.
Sunflower Showdown stings as KU sweeps K-State
Paige Mueller, sports editor • October 16, 2026
K-State Football helmets feature the Monster x Big 12 sticker at the Sept. 5 home opener against Nicholls. Media deals brought branding to uniforms and fields across the conference.
Monster Energy proves to be valuable for the Big 12
Josh Wilson, staff writer • October 16, 2026
Defensive end Elijah Hill celebrate a defensive play alongside teammates against Washington State on Sept. 12.
Know your opponent | 1 state. 2 Rivals. 17 straight. The Sunflower Showdown.
Paige Mueller, sports editor • October 16, 2026
Photo courtesy of Lupita Guadalupe Guzman-Soto
Finding their lane at K-State
Paige Mueller, sports editor • October 16, 2026
Arts & Culture
Bond Grief Collective owner Olivia Bond speaks with community members during Flight Crew Community Week.
Flight Crew Coffee, Bond Grief Collective partner for week of connection
Emma McAtee, arts and culture editor • October 16, 2026
Five years of serving Manhattan calls for more than a pot of coffee — it calls for a week of bringing the town together.
Phi Gamma Delta, Delta Sigma Phi and Delta Delta Delta put the finishing touches on their pomping in the backyard of Phi Gamma Delta during Monday night of homecoming week.
From paper to parade | Greek life’s impact on homecoming
Delaney Wright, staff writer • October 15, 2026
An installation hangs from the ceiling inside the Marianna Kistler Beach Museum of Art. The piece is part of Home/Land: Wahzhazhe Artists Speak, an exhibition highlighting the work of Osage artists.
Beach Museum opens ‘Home/Land’ exhibit on Indigenous Peoples Day
Juliette Falo, staff writer • October 15, 2026
Photo courtesy of Peter Ringenberg
‘Shakespeare’s for everyone’ | Bringing the bard beyond the stage
Juliette Falo, staff writer • October 15, 2026
Zeta Tau Alpha members dance and leap into the air at Wildcat Request Live on Oct. 13 in Bramlage Coliseum.
Behind the curtain of Wildcat Request Live
Rica Bluml, staff writer • October 14, 2026
Opinion
From FIFA trying to sell World Cup stakes to private investors to Manchester City breaching English Premier League financial regulations, football is becoming a game for the rich, and it must be stopped.
My passion is not your profit
Salvador Valera, staff writer • October 17, 2026
How corruption has tainted the recent history of FIFA.
With workloads and stress growing as the semester progresses, Wildcat Pause Day is essential to ensuring K-State students get a chance to reset.
Why every university needs a Wildcat Pause Day
Cadence Brier, staff writer • October 17, 2026
The positive effects I've felt from Wildcat Pause Day as a K-State student.
Political ads should educate voters on what a candidate is actually offering, not tell them why they shouldn't vote for the other side.
Is hate the most powerful campaign strategy?
Sloane Buckwalter, staff writer • October 16, 2026
Midterm political ads teach voters to act out of fear rather than intentionality.
K-State Football helmets feature the Monster x Big 12 sticker at the Sept. 5 home opener against Nicholls. Media deals brought branding to uniforms and fields across the conference.
Monster Energy proves to be valuable for the Big 12
Josh Wilson, staff writer • October 16, 2026
New partnership will yield positives for both the league and the company.
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