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Lifestyle: KSU Gardens
Hidden gem showcases school’s horticultural legacy
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16 Landon Lecture Series: Putting K-State on the Map
Prominent newsmakers have come to Manhattan to talk politics and public affairs
20 Black Student Union Organization striving for inclusiveness recognized in Big 12 for excellence
22 Whispering Garden Tribute site for faithful friends benefits research at K-State’s veterinary college
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27 Flavors: Creamy and delicious Call Hall Dairy Bar hits the spot
dialogue
29 Amy Button Renz President and CEO of the K-State Alumni Association
30 John Floros Kansas State University’s new dean of the College of Agriculture and director of K-State Research and Extension
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33 Briana S. Nelson Goff
Director, Institute for the Health and Security of Military Families
34 John Currie
18 Landing on a dream
18 Landing on a dream
Director of Athletics
Celebrating good fortune at Nelson’s Landing
Celebrating good fortune at Nelson’s Landing
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56 Hands Across the Water K-State partners with two Australian universities, expanding research and study abroad opportunities for students and faculty
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