The State of Our University — a signature Kansas State University event — is returning for 2026. Hosted at K-State, the 2026 State of Our University will unite people communitywide to celebrate the legacy K-State has built and envision the future ahead. Faculty, staff, students, alums and community partners are invited to witness how work at Manhattan, Olathe and Salina continues to make a real difference.

Focusing on K-State's evolution as the next-generation land-grant university, this year's presentation will highlight stories about student breakthroughs, innovative research and partnerships that strengthen communities. Livestream access will be available at k-state.edu/our-university.

Immediately following the address, please join us for the Western Star Global Grain and Food Center Ribbon Cutting.

More information to come.