How Do Partner Tenants Strengthen K-State?

The goal of the Edge District is to provide cutting-edge co-location opportunities for partners who enrich academic and research endeavors on campus, bring valuable industry insights, foster regional and international partnerships, tap into student talent, and resonate with the university’s land-grant mission. 

Every partner tenant in the Edge is committed to advancing at least one of three key initiatives.

Enhanced Educational Experience
Enhanced Education Experience
Industry Innovation
Industry Innovation
Technical Supplier
Technical Supplier

Partner tenants at the Edge District play a vital role in connecting academic learning with real-world experience. Here’s how they make an impact:

  • Hire students and interns
    Partner tenants offer hands-on opportunities that often lead to full-time roles after graduation.
  • Bridge campus and industry
    Through collaboration, partner tenants connect students with professionals, research, and real-world insights.
  • Support teaching and research
    By sharing their expertise, products and services, partner tenants help advance K-State’s academic mission.


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K-State launches new innovation hub in the Edge


The Edge District is proud to welcome K-State 105, the K-State Research Foundation, and the newly established Office for Corporate Engagement to 1960 Kimball. These offices are key players in advancing K-State’s Economic Prosperity initiatives, fostering connections and partnerships with local, regional, and state organizations. Focused on driving the commercial deployment of K-State innovations through licensing, business startups, and large-scale business development, these teams are dedicated to supporting Kansas’ economic growth and innovation ecosystem.

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Richard Linton

Why choose K-State's Edge District?

“When you establish an office in the Edge District, your company will gain direct access to talented students and faculty of the next-generation land-grant university, Kansas State University. This ensures you have access to a talented workforce equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary to further your mission.”

Richard H. Linton
President
Kansas State University