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Financial education for employees is good for business
Whether it’s learning about needs vs. wants in elementary school, or mastering more complex topics like investing, credit, and student loans in high school, early financial education is critical. Today, 26 states mandate financial education as a high school graduation requirement, and that number has more than doubled in the last decade. However, the majority of significant financial decisions happen after high school, and only 48% of adults are financially literate.
To build a more robust talent pipeline, invest in career education
Consider this paradox: Many industries are struggling to hire the workers they need with major labor shortages in healthcare, manufacturing, technology, AI, and other industries. At the same time, our nation's public schools are struggling to expose students to the in-demand jobs that will set them up for career success, financial security, and well-being. There’s a simple solution to help address this.
To build a more robust talent pipeline, invest in career education
Consider this paradox: Many industries are struggling to hire the workers they need with major labor shortages in healthcare, manufacturing, technology, AI, and other industries. At the same time, our nation’s public schools are struggling to expose students to the in-demand jobs that will set them up for career success, financial security, and well-being. There’s a simple solution to help address this.
With fentanyl fears rising in schools nationwide, leading organizations team up to raise awareness of prescription drug safety
Posted: October 06, 2023 | Word Count: 893 New digital curriculum to guide teachers and educate youth about dangers of misusing prescription medication Prescription Drug Safety: Know the truth, a free digital school curriculum released in September 2023, is aiming to educate youth about the dangers associated with misusing prescription drug medications, including counterfeit drugs containing fentanyl.
Subordinate leaders should support new campus leaders: Opinion
New campus leaders need support from subordinate leaders within their institution, write Steven Baule, Ray Martinez, Joel Traver, and Rhea Walker. The authors write that leaders such as the chairs of departments, divisions, or centres should help new leaders such as deans, provosts, or presidents by seizing opportunities to communicate the missions, visions, programs, and outcomes of their units.
The whys and wherefores of educating a new campus leader (opinion)
You have /5 articles left. Sign up for a free account or log in. The announcement of new leadership at the school, college or university level—for example, a new dean, provost or president—can usher in a time of hopeful anticipation about unexplored new opportunities. However, it can also often be an anxiety-ridden period for people who are worried that existing, planned or envisioned programs will be shelved.
Opinion: Cory Gardner has worked hard for Colorado
Why am I supporting Sen. Cory Gardner? Cory was ranked the third-most bipartisan senator and has a proven record of working across the aisle. Cory is the most effective federal representative in Colorado, with more bills signed into law than the entire rest of the Colorado congressional delegation.
Cartier Diarra dribbles against Iowa State
Cartier Diarra dribbles past a screen during Saturday's game between Kansas State and Iowa State. Kansas State won 79-63. Ray Martinez
Kansas State forward Makol Mawien hugs Bruce Weber
Makol Mawien hugs coach Bruce Weber Saturday. Kansas State beat Iowa State 79-63. Ray Martinez
Kansas State guard Shaun Williams still suspended
When Kansas State takes the floor for its regular-season opener Tuesday, Shaun Williams will remain on the sideline. Williams, a sophomore guard, is suspended. During a press conference Monday, head coach Bruce Weber said he plans to figure out what is next for Williams soon. "We'll see what happens with him," said Weber, who has not detailed what led to Williams' suspension.
Kansas State sophomore guard Shaun Williams suspended from team
Shaun Williams won't play for the foreseeable future. Williams, a sophomore guard on Kansas State's men's basketball team, is suspended, head coach Bruce Weber announced following Friday's 86-49 exhibition win over Emporia State at Bramlage Coliseum. "Right now, he's suspended," Weber said. "We'll see how things go until ... I feel like he deserves to get back in there.
K-State men's hoops eager for 1st exhibition against Emporia State
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Kansas State men's basketball exhibition versus Emporia State at 8 p.m. Friday is merely a precursor for things to come. Or, as head coach Bruce Weber dubbed it Wednesday, the exhibition at Bramlage Coliseum will be a "dress rehearsal" for when the regular season tips off next month. "The thing is just getting in front of people, playing against somebody else," Weber said at the Big 12's men's basketball media day at the Sprint Center on Wednesday.
Bruce Weber sees 'some good, some bad' in Kansas State's intrasquad scrimmage
Bruce Weber saw exactly what he expected out of an intrasquad scrimmage at Bramlage Coliseum Saturday. There were highlights balanced by lowlights. Or as Weber put it, "some good, some bad." The gray team "beat" the purple 63-58. But the final score is misleading, since players and teams constantly swapped around at the end of each six-minute period.
Isaiah Zuber prepares to face former team
Isaiah Zuber isn’t sure exactly how to view Saturday. On one hand, Zuber said he wants to treat facing Kansas State — his former team — as he would any other week. “I’m just looking at it as a normal week, even though I’m facing my teammates,” Zuber, who now plays for Mississippi State, told reporters Tuesday.
Pair of injured defenders progressing, Kansas State coach Chris Klieman says
Kansas State’s defense could receive a boost this week. During head coach Chris Klieman’s weekly press conference Tuesday, he said a pair of injured defenders — linebacker Cody Fletcher and defensive back Johnathan Durham — might be able to play against Bowling Green. After Justin Hughes tore his ACL in the spring, Fletcher was expected to take on a larger role among the linebacker corps this fall.
OL Josh Rivas 'played really well' for Kansas State, Chris Klieman says
Josh Rivas wasn't part of Kansas State's starting offensive line Saturday. But he saw plenty of reps in a reserve role at guard as the Wildcats regularly rotated linemen on and off the field. K-State head coach Chris Klieman liked what he saw. "He played really well," Klieman said during his time on the Big 12 coaches teleconference Monday.
What was the most impressive aspect of Saturday's win over Nicholls to Kansas State coach Chris Klieman?
There were any number of things Chris Klieman could have picked as the most impressive part of Kansas State's win over Nicholls on Saturday. There were the 49 points the Wildcats scored. Or the 35-point (49-14) margin of victory. Or the 300-plus rushing yards, with five players scoring touchdowns on the ground. But Klieman, fresh off his first game (and win) as head coach, chose none of those.
Kansas State's Skylar Thompson 'so happy' former teammate Alex Delton named TCU's starting QB
Skylar Thompson left little doubt how he feels about Alex Delton on Tuesday. Twice in the span of a single answer, Thompson reiterated his stance on Delton, his former teammate at Kansas State, winning the starting quarterback job at TCU. I wish him nothing but the best. As a graduate transfer, Delton was eligible to play immediately and joined TCU earlier this year, going through spring practice with the team.
Opinion: Trump fights for Michigan truck drivers
Ray Martinez Published 10:50 p.m. ET Aug. 22, 2019 America’s commercial truck drivers are the men and women who make our nation’s economy work. More than 70% of domestic freight moves via trucking — connecting U.S. consumers to goods from throughout our country and the entire world. In Michigan, the trucking industry provides more than 200,000 jobs — meaning 1 out of every 17 jobs in the state.
K-State fullback Adam Harter to miss 2019 season; LB Cody Fletcher sidelined at least 2 weeks
Kansas State’s 2019 football season remains more than a week away and the coaching staff already has a dilemma on its hands. Senior Adam Harter, the presumptive starter at fullback who played in all 12 games last season, will miss the entire 2019 campaign with an injury.
Big 12 coaches adjust to league's post-Bill Snyder landscape
ARLINGTON, Texas — Nearly seven months after the fact, Matt Campbell said he hadn’t given it much thought. Campbell, Iowa State’s coach, matched wits against Bill Snyder in his final game leading Kansas State — a game that saw the Cyclones rally from a 38-21 deficit with 12 minutes remaining to win 42-38. Eight days later, K-State announced Snyder’s retirement after 27 seasons as head coach. When Campbell heard the news, he said the victory was the last thing on his mind.
K-State QB John Holcombe's viral dunk doesn't surprise those around football program
ARLINGTON, Texas — John Holcombe II hasn't had a chance to leave his mark on the football field since arriving at Kansas State. But he put himself on the map Sunday — on the basketball court. Playing in a pick-up game on a K-State recreation court, a video posted on Twitter shows Holcombe leading a fast break. He finishes the play in emphatic fashion, throwing down a tomahawk dunk, posterizing a hapless would-be defender in the process.
Rock Creek star pitcher commits to Truman State
Rock Creek star Toby Becker now has a college destination. The pitcher took to Twitter Tuesday nigth to announce his plans after finishing up a solid high school career at Rock Creek. "Extremely blessed to announce that I will be pursuing both my academic and athletic career at Truman State University," Becker said on Twitter.
K-State's leading receiver, Isaiah Zuber, enters name in transfer portal
Kansas State might lose a key cog in its aerial attack. A spokesperson for the K-State football program confirmed in a text to The Mercury Thursday afternoon that Isaiah Zuber, the team's leading returning receiver, has entered his name into the NCAA's transfer portal. Zuber, a rising fifth-year senior, still can return to K-State, and remains listed on the team's official roster on the athletics department website.
K-State's leading receiver, Isaiah Zuber, enters name in transfer portal
Kansas State might lose a key cog in its aerial attack. A spokesperson for the K-State football program confirmed in a text to The Mercury Thursday afternoon that Isaiah Zuber, the team's leading returning receiver, has entered his name into the NCAA's transfer portal. Zuber, a rising fifth-year senior, still can return to K-State, and remains listed on the team's official roster on the athletics department website.
K-State's leading receiver, Isaiah Zuber, enters name in transfer portal
Kansas State might lose a key cog in its aerial attack. A spokesperson for the K-State football program confirmed in a text to The Mercury Thursday afternoon that Isaiah Zuber, the team's leading returning receiver, has entered his name into the NCAA's transfer portal. Zuber, a rising fifth-year senior, still can return to K-State, and remains listed on the team's official roster on the athletics department website.
K-State's leading receiver, Isaiah Zuber, enters name in transfer portal
Kansas State might lose a key cog in its aerial attack. A spokesperson for the K-State football program confirmed in a text to The Mercury Thursday afternoon that Isaiah Zuber, the team's leading returning receiver, has entered his name into the NCAA's transfer portal. Zuber, a rising fifth-year senior, still can return to K-State, and remains listed on the team's official roster on the athletics department website.
K-State's leading receiver, Isaiah Zuber, enters name in transfer portal
Kansas State might lose a key cog in its aerial attack. A spokesperson for the K-State football program confirmed in a text to The Mercury Thursday afternoon that Isaiah Zuber, the team's leading returning receiver, has entered his name into the NCAA's transfer portal. Zuber, a rising fifth-year senior, still can return to K-State, and remains listed on the team's official roster on the athletics department website.
K-State's leading receiver, Isaiah Zuber, enters name in transfer portal
K-State wide receiver Isaiah Zuber celebrates on the way to the end zone on his 85-yard punt return in the fourth quarter of Saturday’s game against South Dakota. Zuber also caught a 10-yard touchdown in the final period, helping K-State overcome a 12-point fourth-quarter deficit to win 27-24. K-State wide receiver Isaiah Zuber celebrates on the way to the end zone on his 85-yard punt return in the fourth quarter of Saturday’s game against South Dakota.
K-State's leading receiver, Isaiah Zuber, enters name in transfer portal
Kansas State might lose a key cog in its aerial attack. A spokesperson for the K-State football program confirmed in a text to The Mercury Thursday afternoon that Isaiah Zuber, the team's leading returning receiver, has entered his name into the NCAA's transfer portal. Zuber, a rising fifth-year senior, still can return to K-State, and remains listed on the team's official roster on the athletics department website.
Toby Becker twirls no-hitter as Rock Creek beats Burlington, 3-0, in 3A state tournament
EMPORIA — Even when the last out was made and Toby Becker had spun a no-hitter for Rock Creek, there wasn't a big celebration. Becker high-fived his catcher, brother Zac Becker, and exchanged several more with his teammates near the dugout — but nothing more. No dogpile. No hugs. Just a 3-0 victory over Burlington Thursday afternoon, moving Rock Creek into the semifinals of the 3A state tournament.
K-State's leading receiver, Isaiah Zuber, enters name in transfer portal
Kansas State might lose a key cog in its aerial attack. A spokesperson for the K-State football program confirmed in a text to The Mercury Thursday afternoon that Isaiah Zuber, the team's leading returning receiver, has entered his name into the NCAA's transfer portal. Zuber, a rising fifth-year senior, still can return to K-State, and remains listed on the team's official roster on the athletics department website.
K-State's leading receiver, Isaiah Zuber, enters name in transfer portal
Kansas State might lose a key cog in its aerial attack. A spokesperson for the K-State football program confirmed in a text to The Mercury Thursday afternoon that Isaiah Zuber, the team's leading returning receiver, has entered his name into the NCAA's transfer portal. Zuber, a rising fifth-year senior, still can return to K-State, and remains listed on the team's official roster on the athletics department website.
K-State's leading receiver, Isaiah Zuber, enters name in transfer portal
Kansas State might lose a key cog in its aerial attack. A spokesperson for the K-State football program confirmed in a text to The Mercury Thursday afternoon that Isaiah Zuber, the team's leading returning receiver, has entered his name into the NCAA's transfer portal. Zuber, a rising fifth-year senior, still can return to K-State, and remains listed on the team's official roster on the athletics department website.
K-State's leading receiver, Isaiah Zuber, enters name in transfer portal
Kansas State might lose a key cog in its aerial attack. A spokesperson for the K-State football program confirmed in a text to The Mercury Thursday afternoon that Isaiah Zuber, the team's leading returning receiver, has entered his name into the NCAA's transfer portal. Zuber, a rising fifth-year senior, still can return to K-State, and remains listed on the team's official roster on the athletics department website.
K-State's leading receiver, Isaiah Zuber, enters name in transfer portal
Kansas State might lose a key cog in its aerial attack. A spokesperson for the K-State football program confirmed in a text to The Mercury Thursday afternoon that Isaiah Zuber, the team's leading returning receiver, has entered his name into the NCAA's transfer portal. Zuber, a rising fifth-year senior, still can return to K-State, and remains listed on the team's official roster on the athletics department website.
K-State's leading receiver, Isaiah Zuber, enters name in transfer portal
Kansas State might lose a key cog in its aerial attack. A spokesperson for the K-State football program confirmed in a text to The Mercury Thursday afternoon that Isaiah Zuber, the team's leading returning receiver, has entered his name into the NCAA's transfer portal. Zuber, a rising fifth-year senior, still can return to K-State, and remains listed on the team's official roster on the athletics department website.
K-State's leading receiver, Isaiah Zuber, enters name in transfer portal
Kansas State might lose a key cog in its aerial attack. A spokesperson for the K-State football program confirmed in a text to The Mercury Thursday afternoon that Isaiah Zuber, the team's leading returning receiver, has entered his name into the NCAA's transfer portal. Zuber, a rising fifth-year senior, still can return to K-State, and remains listed on the team's official roster on the athletics department website.
K-State's leading receiver, Isaiah Zuber, enters name in transfer portal
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K-State's leading receiver, Isaiah Zuber, enters name in transfer portal
Kansas State might lose a key cog in its aerial attack. A spokesperson for the K-State football program confirmed in a text to The Mercury Thursday afternoon that Isaiah Zuber, the team's leading returning receiver, has entered his name into the NCAA's transfer portal. Zuber, a rising fifth-year senior, still can return to K-State, and remains listed on the team's official roster on the athletics department website.
K-State's leading receiver, Isaiah Zuber, enters name in transfer portal
Kansas State might lose a key cog in its aerial attack. A spokesperson for the K-State football program confirmed in a text to The Mercury Thursday afternoon that Isaiah Zuber, the team's leading returning receiver, has entered his name into the NCAA's transfer portal. Zuber, a rising fifth-year senior, still can return to K-State, and remains listed on the team's official roster on the athletics department website.
K-State's leading receiver, Isaiah Zuber, enters name in transfer portal
Kansas State might lose a key cog in its aerial attack. A spokesperson for the K-State football program confirmed in a text to The Mercury Thursday afternoon that Isaiah Zuber, the team's leading returning receiver, has entered his name into the NCAA's transfer portal. Zuber, a rising fifth-year senior, still can return to K-State, and remains listed on the team's official roster on the athletics department website.
K-State's leading receiver, Isaiah Zuber, enters name in transfer portal
Kansas State might lose a key cog in its aerial attack. A spokesperson for the K-State football program confirmed in a text to The Mercury Thursday afternoon that Isaiah Zuber, the team's leading returning receiver, has entered his name into the NCAA's transfer portal. Zuber, a rising fifth-year senior, still can return to K-State, and remains listed on the team's official roster on the athletics department website.
K-State's leading receiver, Isaiah Zuber, enters name in transfer portal
Kansas State might lose a key cog in its aerial attack. A spokesperson for the K-State football program confirmed in a text to The Mercury Thursday afternoon that Isaiah Zuber, the team's leading returning receiver, has entered his name into the NCAA's transfer portal. Zuber, a rising fifth-year senior, still can return to K-State, and remains listed on the team's official roster on the athletics department website.
K-State's leading receiver, Isaiah Zuber, enters name in transfer portal
Kansas State might lose a key cog in its aerial attack. A spokesperson for the K-State football program confirmed in a text to The Mercury Thursday afternoon that Isaiah Zuber, the team's leading returning receiver, has entered his name into the NCAA's transfer portal. Zuber, a rising fifth-year senior, still can return to K-State, and remains listed on the team's official roster on the athletics department website.
K-State's leading receiver, Isaiah Zuber, enters name in transfer portal
Kansas State might lose a key cog in its aerial attack. A spokesperson for the K-State football program confirmed in a text to The Mercury Thursday afternoon that Isaiah Zuber, the team's leading returning receiver, has entered his name into the NCAA's transfer portal. Zuber, a rising fifth-year senior, still can return to K-State, and remains listed on the team's official roster on the athletics department website.
K-State's leading receiver, Isaiah Zuber, enters name in transfer portal
Kansas State might lose a key cog in its aerial attack. A spokesperson for the K-State football program confirmed in a text to The Mercury Thursday afternoon that Isaiah Zuber, the team's leading returning receiver, has entered his name into the NCAA's transfer portal. Zuber, a rising fifth-year senior, still can return to K-State, and remains listed on the team's official roster on the athletics department website.
K-State's leading receiver, Isaiah Zuber, enters name in transfer portal
Kansas State might lose a key cog in its aerial attack. A spokesperson for the K-State football program confirmed in a text to The Mercury Thursday afternoon that Isaiah Zuber, the team's leading returning receiver, has entered his name into the NCAA's transfer portal. Zuber, a rising fifth-year senior, still can return to K-State, and remains listed on the team's official roster on the athletics department website.
K-State's leading receiver, Isaiah Zuber, enters name in transfer portal
Kansas State might lose a key cog in its aerial attack. A spokesperson for the K-State football program confirmed in a text to The Mercury Thursday afternoon that Isaiah Zuber, the team's leading returning receiver, has entered his name into the NCAA's transfer portal. Zuber, a rising fifth-year senior, still can return to K-State, and remains listed on the team's official roster on the athletics department website.
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