Fort Hays State University

HEART OF A TIGER: FHSU telemental health initiative poised to improve the quality of life in rural Kansas

March 12, 2025

HAYS - In a state where vast open spaces often mean a long journey to find help, Fort Hays State University is reshaping the mental healthcare landscape in rural Kansas. Fueled by state legislature funding and a vision for sustainable support, Our Advanced Education Program faculty are bridging the mental health services coverage gap through a cutting-edge telemental health certification program.

HEART OF A TIGER: FHSU’s Victor E. Tiger turns 25

February 24, 2025

HAYS - You can usually find him holding court in Gross Memorial Coliseum and the Max Jones Fieldhouse at Fort Hays Tech | Northwest in Goodland and roaming the campus of Fort Hays Tech | North Central. He’s Victor E. Tiger, our beloved mascot, and right now, he is looking forward to his 25th birthday bash at the Tiger’s basketball game on Feb. 22.

HEART OF A TIGER: VIP Ambassadors gain insight, give back to FHSU community

January 22, 2025

HAYS - The VIP Ambassador Program at Fort Hays State University, established by President Gerald Tomanek in 1982, empowers students to publicly represent their university while fostering a spirit of connection among these talented future leaders. Each year, a select group of 15-20 VIP Ambassadors participate in significant projects and events, gaining invaluable experiences along the way. Hazel Frans, Katie Ecord, and Noah Erichsen are members of our current VIP Ambassadors team, and each has had a compelling personal journey that I would like to share with the readers of this column.

HEART OF A TIGER: Looking back on a transformative 2024

January 8, 2025

HAYS - I am grateful for the incredible community I am honored to serveâour dedicated faculty, staff, students, alums, and friends of Tiger Nation whose professionalism, resilience, gift for innovation, and commitment to our shared ethic of care have created a culture at this university that continually fuels our success.

HEART OF A TIGER: FHSU Rodeo champions show competitive edge in a thriving program

December 25, 2024

BY TISA MASON HAYS – Fort Hays State University (FHSU) has cultivated a rodeo culture fueled by passion, resilience, and a deep-rooted sense of community.… Login to continue reading Login…

HEART OF A TIGER: Spotlighting our entrepreneurial students, Peter Werth Challenge

December 18, 2024

BY TISA MASON HAYS – Fort Hays State University (FHSU) has again established itself at the forefront of entrepreneurial education, showcasing the remarkable potential of… Login to continue reading Login…

December 9, 2024

HAYS – Fort Hays State University will recognize approximately 1,014 graduates during its sixth annual fall commencement on Friday (in person) and Saturday, Dec. 13-14,… Login to continue reading Login…

HEART OF A TIGER: Celebrating International Education Week

December 4, 2024

BY TISA MASON HAYS – Fort Hays State University (FHSU) celebrates International Education Week (IEW) each November. This annual celebration highlights global diversity, advances cross-cultural… Login to continue reading Login…

Kansas tech colleges team up with FHSU to tackle rural economic woes

November 25, 2024

TOPEKA — Three higher education institutions in central and western Kansas joined forces to address the region’s workforce shortages and education gaps.Fort Hays State University, Northwest Kansas Technical College and North Central Kansas Technical College created a new affiliation as a way to propel students into the region’s workforce and empower their communities to persist through hard times.The affiliation is different from a merger or a takeover, said Tisa Mason, president of Fort Hays State, on the Kansas Reflector podcast.

November 13, 2024

Garden City Community College invites prospective students and community members to a Lunch and Learn event, highlighting Fort Hays State University’s live-distance Accounting Program.