MANRRS (Minorities in Agriculture, Natural Resources and Related Sciences) is a student group that provides a local and national network of support for K-State students enrolled in agriculture, forestry, related sciences and other interdisciplinary subjects, such as rural sociology, applied anthropology, math, chemistry and biology.

Kansas State University College of Agriculture MANRRS Chapter received its chapter charter in January 2003. Our student organization was formed to meet the academic, pre-professional, and social needs of ethnic minority students within the College of Agriculture as well as other colleges across the campus.

“This organization has allowed me to gain experience presenting research to other students and professionals.  MANRRS has been one of the building blocks of my future.”
Ian Smith, graduate student, Entomology

"MANRRS provides me with a pool of resources and a complimentary goal, not only in mind, but also in practice."
Shyra Wallace, undergraduate, International Agribusiness

"MANRRS symbolizes a family of organized minority students who are always willing to go above and beyond to help one another."
Patricia Rodrigues, graduate student, Agribusiness


“Going to the national conferences has given me a stronger sense of belonging in a field that is still facing the challenges of diversification. MANRRS has served as that direct connect to the real world and has given me the opportunity to build lasting professional relationships with industry executives and my fellow colleagues here at KSU and other colleges and universities.”
Amber Tyler, graduate student, Agricultural Economics