School of Health Sciences
From communication sciences and disorders to kinesiology, our programs prepare learners for a diverse range of opportunities across the health care spectrum.
Introduction
The School of Health Sciences is a leader in health science education, research and engagement through fostering interdisciplinary collaborations to advance the health and well-being of individuals and populations.
We work to empower future health professionals, discover new knowledge and positively impact lives.
Featured Work
While much is known about how the human body functions, plenty of questions remain, especially when the body doesn’t function as it should. Answering these questions is the mission and passion of researchers at Kansas State University.
School News
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September 14, 2026
People with Purpose: Lauren McDaniel
For Lauren McDaniel, a little movement can go a long way: whether it's a few minutes of physical activity or a step outside your comfort zone. McDaniel, kinesiology instructor in the School of Health Sciences and winner of the Presidential Faculty Award for Excellence in Undergraduate Teaching, was once a quiet K-State student who'd never imagined teaching. Now, […]
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September 9, 2026
Carl Ade named K-State's Big 12 Faculty of the Year Honoree
Carl Ade's research is a work of heart — quite literally. Passionate about studying how the cardiovascular system responds to stress, Ade, associate professor in the School of Health Sciences, follows questions that take his research in remarkably different directions. One day, he's researching ways to reduce cardiotoxicity in chemotherapy patients; the next, he's contributing to […]
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August 27, 2026
College of Health and Human Sciences names 2026-2027 student ambassadors
The College of Health and Human Sciences at Kansas State University welcomes student ambassadors for the 2026- 2027 academic year. Student ambassadors work on and off campus to promote the college to alumni, friends, prospective students, families and current K-State students. This year’s executive team includes Peyton Cozart, athletic training and rehabilitation sciences, Olathe; […]