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

At the Edge, our partner tenants are integral to creating a dynamic ecosystem where academic learning intersects with real-world experience. Here's how our partner tenants make a difference:

Employing Students and Interns: Partner tenants provide invaluable opportunities for students and interns to gain practical experience in their respective fields, often leading to full-time employment opportunities post-graduation.

Facilitating Industry Connections: Through collaborative efforts, partner tenants bridge the gap between K-State students and industry experts, facilitating exposure to cutting-edge research, industry best practices, and professional networks.

Enhancing Teaching and Research: Leveraging their expertise, products, and services, partner tenants contribute to the advancement of K-State's innovative teaching methods and research endeavors, enriching the overall educational experience.


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Coming soon - K-State's Economic Prosperity Zone


The Edge District will soon be home to K-State's Office for Corporate Engagement and Economic Development, the K-State Research Foundation Technology Commercialization and New Ventures Development Group, and K-State 105. These offices, to be located at 1960 Kimball Ave., will forge connections and partnerships with local, regional and state entities to support K-State's Economic Prosperity initiatives, with a focus on commercial deployment of K-State Innovation via licensing and business startup, as well as attracting, supporting, growing and retaining large businesses in Kansas.  

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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