By. Kyra Case & Elizabeth Hamilton Approval of master plan to make Sunrise and Sunset cemeteries more accessible.
By. Victor Monterroza Residential halls are experiencing issues in Wi-Fi, equipment checkout and the locking system as a result of the ongoing cybersecurity incident.
By. Luke Lazarczyk Coach Jerome Tang receives technical foul Wildcats unable to recover from.
By. Luke Lazarczyk K-State overcomes 13-point deficit to remain perfect in Big 12 play.
Newly-ranked No. 4 Kansas State women’s basketball found themselves in a hole. Still without star center Ayoka Lee, the Wildcats trailed by as much as 13 points against the No. 13 Baylor Bears. Nevertheless, K-State prevailed to an 8-0 Big 12 record with the 58-55 victory. Guards Serena Sundell and Gabby Gregory and forward Eliza Maupin each scored 16 points in the comeback. By. Luke Lazarczyk K-State comes back to defeat Oklahoma State 70-66.
Again and again, Kansas State men’s basketball fall into chaotic battles and again and again they prevailed. The Wildcats constantly found themselves down to Oklahoma State, but a late surge and another late alley-oop basket pushed them to the 70-66 win in another Bramlage Coliseum classic. By. Trey Thomas K-State wins 12th straight game in first game without Lee.
Kansas State proved victorious against rival Kansas, the Wildcats one step ahead seemingly all game. Despite center Ayoka Lee’s ankle surgery keeping her out of the game, the Sunflower Showdown ended in K-State's favor, winning 69-58. By. Luke Lazarczyk Struggling Cowboys come to Manhattan to challenge rising Wildcats.
K-State 13-4 (3-1) After multiple poor performances, Kansas State basketball is on the rise again. Head coach Jerome Tang’s overtime record now stands 10-0 after defeating No. 9 Baylor 68-64 in an intense battle. The defense once again starred, holding the No. 1 3-point shooting team to just 17.9% on the night. The Wildcats have caused issues for opposing offenses for a month, not allowing anyone to score 70 or more points since Dec. 5, 2023. If the offense can catch up with the hellacious defense, the Wildcats can battle anyone in the talented Big 12. Oklahoma State 8-9 (0-4) Not much is going right for Oklahoma State. After a five-game winning streak to combat early season struggles, the Cowboys have gone winless in conference play, with their average point differential standing at -18. The backcourt has found some success with the long ball, but not enough to win big games. Their matchup against the Wildcats is crucial to turn the season around. Matchup to Watch: K-State defense vs. Oklahoma State perimeter shooters The one hope for Oklahoma State to turn everything around is behind their guard-play. Former Kansas Jayhawk Bryce Thompson and former East Carolina Pirate Javon Small are the Cowboys’ two members averaging double-digit points. Still, the duo hasn’t clicked yet, often with one playing well and the other lagging behind. This trend must end to take down K-State. The best avenue for the pair to click is from behind the arc. While both are shooting in the low 40s percentage-wise from the field, they both are in the high 30s from 3-point land. Each must find a rhythm from deep to compete in the Big 12. While that may seem a simple task just to make shots, it won’t be against K-State. The Wildcats hounded the top-shooting Baylor Bears and caused havoc for many other teams. Oklahoma State does not have the best pair to break that streak, but a few lucky bounces can flip the script for the struggling Cowboys to steal one in Manhattan. Key Players K-State Guard Cam Carter Guard Dorian Finister Oklahoma State Guard Bryce Thompson Guard Javon Small Prediction: K-State 73-65 K-State women’s basketball hosts Kansas team capable of an upset. By. Luke Lazarczyk No. 7 K-State 17-1 (6-0)
Not many teams are playing as well as No. 7 Kansas State. The Wildcats have two top 10 wins and an unblemished conference record. Led by center Ayoka Lee, the defense is among the best in the nation. K-State has surrounded the All-American with a plethora of talented guards and wings, creating a perfectly balanced roster. As long as they continue their level of play, the Wildcats should be considered a national championship contender. Kansas 9-8 (2-4) The Kansas Jayhawks’ 2023-24 season is highlighted by unfulfilled potential. After falling in two close matches against highly ranked opponents, Kansas has been inconsistent. The Jayhawks began Big 12 play 0-3 but then dominated No. 4 Baylor 87-66. This was followed up by a devastating 91-56 loss to No. 11 Texas. This has left the 2023 WNIT Champions with a record just above .500. The matchup against the Wildcats can either reignite the season or leave more questions. Matchup to Watch: Ayoka Lee vs. Taiyanna Jackson Lee is known as one of the best low-post players in college basketball. As she continues another remarkable season, few players have challenged her near the basket. Jayhawk center Taiyanna Jackson has not received nearly the amount of attention Lee has in her career. After averaging 15 points and nearly 13 rebounds a game last season, the senior is now just under a double-double with 12.4 points and 9.9 boards a game. In the Jayhawks’ upset victory over then-No. 4 Baylor, Jackson dominated the game with a 27-point, 19-rebound performance. Her play hasn’t been consistent, but she has shown she can perform at the highest levels. Meanwhile, Lee has had great game after great game, resulting in five 20-point double-doubles, most recently in K-State’s 61-58 win over then-No. 10 Texas. Lee is on pace for another award-filled season. Against Jackson, Lee may have a chance to go one-on-one for the majority of the game. With each player dominating inside and ranking in the top 15 for blocks per game, whoever wins the interior battle may determine the winner of the Sunflower Showdown. Key Players K-State Guard Jaelyn Glenn Guard Serena Sundell Kansas Guard S’Mya Nichols Guard Holly Kersgieter Prediction: K-State 77-64 By. Luke Lazarczyk Wildcats No. 7 ranking not changing focus to perform daily. Leadership, defense and depth: those were Kansas State women’s basketball head coach Jeff Mittie’s keys to the season before regular season play ever began. Thriving in all three categories is a major reason for the team’s 17-1 record and No. 7 ranking in the AP Poll.
“You go one of two ways with success,” Mittie said. “You can get complacent and stop doing the things that helped you be successful or [it] can drive you to do more and hopefully it’ll drive us to do more.” By. Carter Schaffer & Garrett Brown What happened to our server, why our website was down for the day, why stories were temporarily gone and our plan moving forward.
By. Meredith McCalmon & Kaitlynn Favr Division of Facilities worked overnight to ensure students would be safe on campus Kansas State closed its Manhattan campus and canceled classes Tuesday after the National Weather Service issued a chill warning for Riley County. Timothy Brunner, director III for physical infrastructure, said the decision to cancel class is a collaborative effort.
By. Kyra Case Superpedestrian takes back more than 20,000 electric scooters across the U.S.
Link scooters left Manhattan Jan. 1 after Superpedestrian, the company in charge of the e-scooters, ceased operations at the end of 2023. According to TechCrunch, the company plans to reclaim and auction off the e-scooters. The program initially launched in Manhattan fall 2020 with 150 scooters. Anyone over the age of 18 could rent a dockless e-scooter for $1 to unlock and 25 cents per minute to ride. Jared Wasinger, assistant city manager, said the e-scooters provided over 400,000 rides in Manhattan. By. Collegian Staff The Collegian Editorial Board members pick what’s “in” and what’s “out” for K-State in 2024.
By. Paeton McCarty Keeping a resolution doesn’t need to be difficult; we just need to be more specific with planning.
The new year brings new things, like goals for a renewed self. However, we often fall short of our goals after the initial momentum fades. Why does this happen? By. Abbigail Marshall My top four tips for taking on the spring semester
The spring semester presents a new slew of school challenges compared to the fall. As we head into the year’s second half, I’ve compiled my top four tips for squashing spring setbacks. Invest in a planner Getting overwhelmed is incredibly easy, but planning for upcoming obligations helps minimize stress and is the best way to ensure you stay on top of things through the next 16 weeks. Many planner options are at your fingertips, making it easy to find one that fits your lifestyle and budget. My favorite physical options are the Erin Condren and Day Designer Planners, which offer daily, weekly and monthly planning options. If you’re looking for a free option, look to virtual planners like Google Calendar, Outlook Calendar or Apple Calendar. Many virtual calendars can also connect to Canvas, giving you extra reminders about upcoming assignments. Find places for productivity While my room is the comfiest spot for homework, I am tempted to doze off rather than study. That’s why, for productive studying, it’s best to try working somewhere outside of your home. If you want an on-campus option, my favorites are Hale Library and the Union. Both offer various study space options, be it complete silence or lots of traffic and noise. Coffee shops are a great route if you’re willing to spend a few bucks. Of the options in Manhattan, I enjoy Flight Crew and The Dusty Bookshelf the most. Most offer comfy seating, free Wi-Fi and good background noise. Plus, a sweet treat is the perfect push to finish assignments. Utilize campus resources Getting familiar with what is available to you makes tackling school a lot less daunting, and every semester I find something new that K-State offers. From headshots to tutoring services, counseling through Lafene or help writing a resume, there are many free options to help you reach your full potential. You can find many resources on the Division of Academic Success and Student Affairs website. On top of the established programs, professors are resources as well. As things get busier, having a professional and personal guide is helpful for anything from tough assignments to forming a network after graduation. Create a closing shift A “closing shift” is a nighttime routine coined by TikTok, where, just like when working for a business, you make sure everything is set up and completed for the next day to succeed. Treating my nights like this has been one of the best ways I’ve eliminated college stress. Instead of only making time for basics like teeth brushing and face washing, I encourage you to do little things to set up your morning for success, like looking at your planner for tomorrow and eliminating choices by choosing your outfit and breakfast. On top of self-care, your closing shift can include basic cleaning tasks that are sometimes hard to tackle during the day. Things like wiping off counters, placing blankets back in their spot or putting away dishes are little items that can take lots of weight off your back in the morning. Your nighttime routine should be individual and help you feel your best, but do yourself a favor and set aside a few more minutes to close your day! |
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