Alumni
Introduction
Welcome back, alumni and friends of the Kansas State University Department of Agricultural Economics! We’re thrilled to stay connected with you and to keep offering meaningful ways to engage with our faculty, staff, and fellow grads.
Think of this page as your go-to hub—your all-in-one spot for the latest department news, upcoming events and programs, and stories celebrating our Distinguished Alumni and Distinguished Young Alumni. You’ll also find a collection of helpful resources from across the university and our partner organizations, all in one easy place. Dive in, explore, and stay connected with the Wildcat community!
Agricultural Economics Distinguished Alumni
Phil Kirk, Distinguished Alumni 2025
Distinguished Young Alumni
The Agricultural Economics Department is please to have a number of our graduates recognized by the K-State Alumni Association as Distinguished Young Alumni. Hayes Kelman ('15) was selected as the 2025 Distinguished Young Alumni.
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Stay Connected
We are always pleased to hear from our alumni and include your updates in our newsletters and department communications. Please email, or mail an update to Communications Coordinator Mary Sullivan.
304E Waters Hall
Agricultural Economics
Manhattan, KS 66506
Phone: 785.532.4435
Email: mjbowen@ksu.edu