Category: Campus Life

In the spring of 2020, the world went quiet. For Ryan Funai, then a high school freshman, the silence of the pandemic was loud with…

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In the landscape of American higher education, the term “innovation” often conjures images of glass-walled laboratories and high-tech startups. But at Fort Hays State University…

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In the quiet hours before the Kansas sun touches the horizon, Gabrielle Davis is already immersed in her studies. It’s 5 a.m., and while most of the neighborhood…

View More Heart of a Tiger: Profiles of two pioneers from FHSU’s first Hybrid Nursing Cohort

For most college students, the primary stressors of academic life are looming deadlines, final exams, and the daunting question of what awaits after graduation. For Jarrett Brown,…

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For most college students, the start of a new semester means finding the right buildings on campus, scouting out the best parking spots, and settling…

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Dodge City is a place where history, culture, and community intertwine. It is home to FHSU graduate student and history major David Solis-Enriquez. David’s journey…

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In a world where the hustle and bustle often overshadow gentle acts of kindness, Isaiah Kevin Maxi stood out. Born on August 16, 1994, in…

View More Heart of a Tiger: The gifts he left behind: Remembering Isaiah Maxi’s commitment to service

At Fort Hays State University, commitment to education runs deep, grounded in the rich soil of Kansas while simultaneously reaching across the globe. As we…

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In the heart of our university lies a team that enables students to dream bigger, expect more, and achieve their educational aspirations: the Financial Aid…

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Brandon McKenna’s journey proves that with focus and determination, you can balance the demands of a career as a professional firefighter, military service, and overseas…

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