One K-State Award Jumpstarts New Fermentation Hub

Kansas State University Olathe is launching a Fermentation Innovation Hub, a pilot-scale, shared research facility designed to bridge industry and academia. The hub will support applied research and development partnerships, hands-on workforce training and experiential learning opportunities for students and professionals alike.

The project is funded through a $175,000 One K-State award, matched dollar-for-dollar by the Johnson County Education Research Triangle, for a total investment of $350,000.

Celebrating our spring 2026 graduates

K-State Olathe is proud to celebrate 28 students completing degree programs this spring, including a milestone moment: the first three graduates from our Animal Science master's degree program.

As this class moves forward, enrollment on campus continues to grow, with 225 students now pursuing graduate and undergraduate degrees at K-State Olathe. We're grateful to be part of their journey.

Explore our programs.

Congratulations to Margaret Kincaid, Charlie Award winner!

Margaret Kincaid has been recognized with the Charlie Award, a peer-nominated honor from the Academic Advising Forum that celebrates academic advisors who go above and beyond, bringing creativity to their work, making a meaningful difference for students and demonstrating leadership in their field.

We're proud to have Margaret on our team. Congratulations!

Learn more about the recognition.

Earn a nationally recognized certification in two days

Yellow Belt Lean Six Sigma is one of the most sought-after credentials in business operations and K-State is offering it right here in the Kansas City area on June 25–26.

No prior experience needed. Just two days to give your team tools that cut waste, reduce errors and drive real results.

Register your team today.

Upcoming events

Community

Urban Food Systems Symposium — Sept. 14-17 | Register

Academic Webinars

Ready to complete your bachelor's degree or earn a master's degree or certificate? Join one of our free webinars to learn more about your options.

Master's Degree in Applied Biosciences Webinar — 12:30 p.m. on June 3 | Register
Master's Degree in Veterinary Biomedical Science Webinar — Noon on June 10 | Register
Animal Health Regulatory Affairs Graduate Certificate Webinar — 12:30 p.m. on June 10 | Register
Animal Health Data Analytics and Insights Graduate Certificate Webinar — Noon on June 17 | Register
Master's Degree in Horticulture Urban Food Systems Webinar — 12:30 p.m. on June 24 | Register

Professional Development

Elevate your expertise with targeted training events designed for professionals.

Advanced Manufacturing Leadership Series — Thursdays in June | Register
Yellow Belt Lean Six Sigma — June 25-26 | Register
Automation and Controls — Aug. 25 | Register

Around Campus

Happy National Pet Month! We couldn't let May pass without celebrating some of our favorite K-State Olathe community members: the four-legged kind!

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