Fort Hays State University

10/16/2026

Dr. Christie Brungardt, former FHSU professor and founder of Jana’s Campaign, has been named to the 2026 Class of L’Oréal Paris Women of Worth. This prestigious national recognition celebrates women making a difference in their communities through their commitment to addressing some of society’s most pressing challenges.

“Christie Brungardt was and still is passionate about civic leadership,” said Dr. Jill Arensdorf, FHSU Provost. “She poured her incredible heart and mind into creating opportunities for students, faculty, and staff to engage with the community. I am proud of Christie and the legacy she has left at FHSU and in our community.”

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10/14/2026

10/13/2026

2026 Tiger Open XC Meet! ⚡🐯

10/13/2026

Our Fall Commencement ceremony will be here before you know it! Start making your travel plans and take advantage of the discounts offered throughout Hays ✈️🏨🎓

More information: https://www.fhsu.edu/commencement/guest-information

10/12/2026

Isaac Hargett, a History and English student at Fort Hays State University, has been named a member of the 2026-2027 cohort of Newman Civic Fellows by Campus Compact, a national coalition of colleges and universities working to advance the public purposes of higher education. Campus Compact recognizes outstanding student leaders from across the United States, Washington, D.C., and Mexico for their commitment to addressing public issues and creating positive change in their communities.

The Newman Civic Fellowship is a yearlong program that honors students who demonstrate leadership potential and a dedication to solving public problems. Named for the late Frank Newman, one of Campus Compact's founders, the fellowship recognizes students nominated by their institution's president or chancellor as exemplary community-engaged leaders.

Read more: https://hubs.ly/Q04zL5500

10/09/2026

Heart of a Tiger
By President Tisa Mason

There is something special about people who rodeo. The students and their coach are always respectful and kind. They say, "yes, Ma'am" and "no, Ma'am" the old-fashioned way. But what really stands out is how they use the word "rodeo." For most of us, rodeo is just a noun - a show, an event. For Trevor Meier and Tyler McCauley, it's a verb. It's something they do every single day. It's not just what they watch. It's how they live.

The season ahead is packed. The team will compete in four fall rodeos and six in the spring, spread across Kansas and Oklahoma. The road leads all the way to the National Finals in Casper, Wyoming, next June, which would mark the team’s third straight trip if they qualify.

But for Coach Meier, it's not really about the trophies. It's about watching young people become who they're meant to be.

"It's amazing to watch the students grow and all they learn," he said, "from the time they are freshmen all the way through college."

Read more about Coach Meiers and Tyler's experience: https://hubs.ly/Q04zL1lv0

10/08/2026

A moment for FHSU Bands FHSU Cheer & FHSU Tiger Debs 💛💛

10/08/2026

10/06/2026

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10/05/2026

Tiger Nation came home 💛🐯