Kansas State University
Russia's Ivan Ukhov wins men's high jump gold
Aug 07, 2012 16:03 EDT
Russia's Ivan Ukhov won the Olympic men's high jump title on Tuesday with a best of 2.38 metres, the second-best in the world this year.
Law limitations may protect child abusers in U.S.
Nov 18, 2011 19:23 EST
NEW YORK (Reuters) - High-profile accusations of child sex abuse in the United States have refocused attention on laws that are meant to protect the rights of the accused but in fact can help pedophiles escape prosecution.
Jackson fortunes soar in death as doctor convicted
Nov 08, 2011 07:02 EST
While Michael Jackson's doctor Conrad Murray is facing jail and the end of his career, the star's fortunes have ironically been resurrected by his death and the furor which has followed.
In death Jackson's fortunes soar, as doctor goes down
Nov 07, 2011 17:05 EST
While Michael Jackson's doctor Conrad Murray is facing jail and the end of his career, the star's fortunes have ironically been resurrected by his death and the furor which has followed.
Probe of deadly grain elevator blast will take months
Nov 03, 2011 16:57 EDT
KANSAS CITY, Mo (Reuters) - Funerals began on Thursday for six men killed in an Atchison, Kansas grain elevator explosion likely to be under investigation for months.
America's Failing Infrastructure: A Scary Picture
Nov 01, 2011 20:00 EDT
Just how safe is the bridge you crossed on your way to work today? You may not want to know.. Just how safe is the bridge you crossed on your way to work today? You may not want to know.
Changing school's culture: T-shirts, peanut butter matter
Sep 15, 2011 20:00 EDT
This is another in a yearlong series of stories tracking efforts by the Clark County School District to improve student performance at five struggling schools.
Bigger venue eyed for Jan. 21 clash of rivals Gorman, Findlay Prep
Aug 24, 2011 20:00 EDT
It's official: The much-anticipated fourth meeting on the hardwood between local powers Findlay Prep and Bishop Gorman will take place on Jan. 21.
Browns punter Hodges likely out for season with injury
Aug 02, 2011 18:58 EDT
NEW YORK (Reuters) - Cleveland Browns punter Reggie Hodges will likely miss the 2011 National Football League (NFL) season after he tore the Achilles tendon in his left leg during practice on Tuesday.
Farm states suffer expanded drought, wheat suffers
May 19, 2011 17:35 EDT
KANSAS CITY, Missouri (Reuters) - A dire drought that has plagued Texas and parts of Oklahoma expanded across the key farming state of Kansas over the last week, adding to struggles of wheat farmers already dealing with weather-ravaged fields.
Valmon and Deem to coach U.S. athletics teams in 2012
Feb 17, 2011 13:43 EST
SALVO, North Carolina (Reuters) - Collegiate coaches Andrew Valmon and Amy Deem have been selected to lead U.S. athletics teams at the 2012 London Olympics, USA Track and Field (USATF) announced Thursday.
To protect schools, chief ready to plead case with Legislature
Jan 21, 2011 19:00 EST
Dwight Jones had his work cut out for him the instant he set foot in Las Vegas last month.
Kansas native Zenger takes reigns as new KU AD
Jan 03, 2011 16:14 EST
Kansas native getting glowing reviews as he prepares to take over as KU athletic director. A western Kansas native who led Illinois State's athletic resurgence has been introduced as the next athletic director at the University of Kansas.
Kansas hires Sheahon Zenger as athletic director
Jan 02, 2011 19:39 EST
Kansas announces that Sheahon Zenger has been hired as athletic director. Kansas has hired Sheahon Zenger as its athletic director.
Top official: Controversial bowl calls correct
Dec 31, 2010 21:01 EST
Head of college football officials says controversial calls in Music City, Pinstripe bowls OK. The national coordinator for college football officials said Friday the controversial calls in the Music City and Pinstripe bowls were correct, but added the chaotic end to the North Carolina-Tennessee game will lead the NCAA rules committee to consider a rule change.
Winter storm is playing havoc with sports teams
Dec 27, 2010 21:32 EST
Winter snowstorm plays a mean game, causing headaches for NHL, NFL, college teams in Northeast. Sports teams were scrambling a day after a blizzard dumped more than a foot of snow along portions of the East Coast, stranding two NHL franchises near New York City and forcing Philadelphia to dig out before Tuesday night's NFL game.
Winter storm is playing havoc with sports teams
Dec 27, 2010 15:50 EST
Winter snowstorm plays a mean game, causing headaches for NHL, NFL, college teams in Northeast. Sports teams were scrambling a day after a blizzard dumped more than a foot of snow along portions of the East Coast, stranding two NHL franchises near New York City and forcing Philadelphia to dig out before Tuesday night's NFL game.
No. 20 Gators rebound with 66-55 win over Radford
Dec 22, 2010 21:30 EST
Walker scores 20, No. 20 Gators rebound from home loss with 66-55 victory over Radford. Erving Walker scored 20 points, Kenny Boynton added 11 and No. 20 Florida beat overmatched Radford 66-55 on Wednesday night.
Virginia Tech defeats Penn State, 79-69
Dec 12, 2010 16:03 EST
Delaney's 18 points, Allen's all-around play lift Virginia Tech past Penn State, 79-69. With a 4-4 record and a series of disappointing losses, Virginia Tech's players and coaches knew opportunities for a big season were slipping away, and fast.
No. 21 Washington pulls past Portland 94-72
Dec 07, 2010 00:13 EST
No. 21 Washington withstands Portland's challenge, pulls away for 94-72 victory. Isaiah Thomas and Justin Holiday both scored 20 points, reserve Scott Suggs hit two key 3-pointers midway through the second half, and No. 21 Washington held off a strong challenge from Portland in a 94-72 victory Monday night.
Facts from the Wikipedia page:
| Kansas State University | |
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| Motto | Rule by Obeying Nature's Laws |
| Established | 1863 |
| Type | Public, State, Land-grant, University |
| Endowment | $346.4 million[1] |
| President | Kirk H. Schulz |
| Faculty | 1,242[2] |
| Students | 23,581 (Fall 2009)[3] |
| Undergraduates | 19,000[2] |
| Postgraduates | 4,000 |
| Location | Manhattan, Kansas, U.S. |
| Campus | College town; 668 acres (main campus) |
| Colors | Royal purple |
| Nickname | Wildcats |
| Affiliations | APLU, ASAIHL |
| Website | www.k-state.edu |
