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K-State Researchers Aim to Reduce Gluten Allergenicity in Wheat

Wednesday, October 15

Technology could lead to celiac-safe wheat without sacrificing bread quality MANHATTAN, Kan. — Kansas State University researchers and the state’s farmers are putting their collective support behind a project to reduce the allergenicity of gluten in wheat, while maintaining the grain’s ability for bread and... Read More.

No Nightmares: K-State Expert Shares Tips for Halloween Food Safety

Tuesday, October 14

Scare away bacteria with these ideas on keeping goodies safe MANHATTAN, Kan. — Temperatures are dropping and leaves are falling which means Halloween is quickly approaching. While the holiday is not always thought to be overly risky in terms of food safety, any time perishable... Read More.

K-State Expert Highlights Gut Health as Key to Managing Diabetes

Monday, October 13

November is National Diabetes Month MANHATTAN, Kan. — November marks National Diabetes Month, a time to spotlight one of the most pressing chronic health conditions in the United States.Alongside well-known topics like blood sugar and insulin, A Kansas State University expert also is drawing attention... Read More.

Defense Paces K-State in 41-28 Win over TCU

Saturday, October 11

By: D. Scott FritchenMANHATTAN, Kan. - Avery Johnson threw three touchdowns, including two to tight end Garrett Oakley to reach a milestone, and an opportunistic Kansas State defense accounted for two touchdowns as well, as the Wildcats blew past TCU 41-28... Read More.

Late Field Goal Lifts Baylor Past K-State, 35-34

Saturday, October 4

By: D. Scott FritchenWACO, Texas – Kansas State saw Baylor's Caden Jenkins block a 56-yard field goal attempt by Luis Rodriguez with 5 seconds remaining, and the Wildcats suffered another narrow loss with a 35-34 defeat at McLane Stadium.BOX... Read More.

More Learners Choosing K-State

Wednesday, October 1

K-State student recruitment effort continues to yield successMANHATTAN, Kan. — Kansas State University is welcoming the fourth-largest first-time freshman class in university history. These new Wildcats have joined transfer and returning students to form a cohort of 21,213 future leaders, nuclear engineers, biosecurity experts,... Read More.

Wind Surge, Former K-State Star Culpepper Named Twins’ Minor League Player of the Year

Tuesday, September 30

MANHATTAN, Kan. – Former K-State All-American Kaelen Culpepper was named the 2025 Minnesota Twins Minor League Player of the Year, earning the organization's Sherry Robertson Award.Culpepper, who was drafted 21st overall in the 2024 MLB Draft, quickly made the jump to Double-A in... Read More.

New K-State Institute Equips Kansas Educators to Prepare Students for Financial Success

Friday, September 26

MANHATTAN, Kan. — Kansas State University has established the Institute for Financial Education and Prosperity, a comprehensive initiative designed to support educators across Kansas in teaching financial literacy skills that high school students will need as they transition into the workforce and adult... Read More.

New Research at K-State Swats Back at Mosquito-Borne Virus Threatening Pork Industry

Wednesday, September 24

Collaboration between the College of Veterinary Medicine and NBAF yields new JEV insights.MANHATTAN, Kan. — Kansas State University researchers and collaborators are creating a buzz in the world of mosquito-borne virus research with a new study on Japanese encephalitis virus, or JEV, which can... Read More.

K-State Falls to Arizona, 23-17

Saturday, September 13

TUCSON, Ariz. – Kansas State never found its groove, Arizona put together a powerful running attack, and K-State suffered a 23-17 loss in its first true road game of the season.Playing at Arizona Stadium, the site of K-State's first-ever bowl victory in the 1993 Copper... Read More.

K-State Accelerator Program Awards $35,000 to Entrepreneurs

Thursday, September 4

Seven Kansas businesses were awarded funding upon completion of the eight-week Center for the Advancement of Entrepreneurship Accelerator program. MANHATTAN, Kan. — Kansas State University has given seven local entrepreneurs a boost in resources and funding through the Center for Entrepreneurship Accelerator program, which... Read More.

Former K-State Star Sundell Signs Contract with WNBA’s Dallas Wings

Wednesday, August 27

MANHATTAN, Kan. (KStateSports.com) - Recent K-State graduate Serena Sundell has signed a contract with the WNBA's Dallas Wings and will be active for Wednesday's game against Connecticut.Sundell was signed to a seven-day hardship contract by the Wings. She was a 2025 WNBA Draft selection by... Read More.