Kentucky State University proudly kicked off its Third Annual Ag Roundup with Day One’s Networking Reception on Thursday, September 4, 2025.
Hosted in the Cooperative Extension Building, the evening brought together event partners, leaders, alumni, and students in a setting designed to foster meaningful professional development and personalized connections. The event was geared towards connecting employers with KSU's MANRRS and Agriculture students and their internships were highlighted along with their research on and off campus. Guests enjoyed refreshments, lively conversations, and the opportunity to connect with Kentucky State University’s growing network of agriculture and STEM leaders.
This was just the beginning of an exciting weekend. KSU faculty, staff, and students have been hard at work preparing the campus to welcome over 1,000 middle and high school scholars, dozens of vendors, community members, agriculture producers, and suppliers. The three-day showcase highlights Kentucky State University’s land-grant mission while inspiring future generations to pursue careers in agriculture, health, and natural resources.
Preview: Day Two – Ag Fest (Friday, September 5, 2025)
Join us for day two tomorrow as guests will be immersed in the heart of agriculture at KSU. The morning begins with an agriculture symposium at 10am in Exum Gym, introducing visitors to Kentucky State programs and highlighting the opportunities available through careers in agriculture, health, and natural resources.
Following the symposium, the campus transforms into a festival-style celebration featuring free food from partners, fair-like activities, and interactive exhibits. The Ag Fest begins at 11am and goes until 3pm in the heart of campus from the Student Center to Blazer Library. Those who need the campus map can find it here.
Guests can experience KSU’s groundbreaking research, hands-on demonstrations, and community-focused programming, all designed to showcase how agriculture shapes our future here in the Commonwealth. Come see live animals, drone demonstrations, aquaculture production displays, Mobile Health Units, and much more.
Preview: Day Three – KSU Showcase (Saturday, September 6, 2025)
The finale of Ag Roundup will give participants a chance to experience life as a Thorobred. Visitors can meet agriculture professionals, explore academic programs, and take part in guided campus tours from 10am to noon at Bradford Hall.
The day also includes a tailgate cookout from noon to 2pm filled with food, fun, and fellowship before culminating in free admission for students to the KSU football game at Alumni Stadium. Your Thorobreds fresh off their win in Ford Field in Detroit will take on Albany State at 2pm. Those who need the campus map can find it here.
Day Three represents the spirit of Ag Roundup and Kentucky State University, celebrating tradition, advancing innovation, and uniting the community.
Ag Roundup is an annual, three-day agricultural showcase organized by the College of Agriculture, Health, and Natural Resources at Kentucky State University (KSU) in Frankfort, Kentucky. Its goal is to highlight KSU’s impact in agriculture and STEM fields, while providing rich networking, educational, and experiential opportunities for students and the community. The VIP tent has an open bar for all ticket holders. Attendees under 21 will not be permitted into the bar area.
About Kentucky State University:
Kentucky State University is a public, research-comprehensive, historically Black land-grant university where tradition meets innovation. With a proud heritage of excellence in teaching, research, and public service, KSU is committed to advancing the Commonwealth of Kentucky and the nation, empowering individuals to lead productive lives in a dynamic global society. At KSU, our culture is agriculture and discovery—from sustainable farming to cutting-edge aquatic science, and from engineering to emerging fields that shape the future. With students, faculty, and staff united in purpose, Kentucky State University is where leadership is cultivated, knowledge is expanded, and service creates lasting impact across communities and industries.