MNU Director of Student Life Lisa Downs, Kansas Representative and MNU Alumna Robyn Essex, with MNU students Tiyana Washington, Tia Washington, Claire Debok and Gracelyn Duncan in the State Capitol.
The Kansas Independent College Association (KICA) invited student leaders from its institutions to attend Student Day at the Capitol February 25, 2026. Engaging with state representatives, the 47 students had the chance to learn about the legislative process while sharing stories about the importance of their individual schools. Studies show that independent colleges and universities in Kansas have a financial impact of $1.1 billion each year. More importantly, the students demonstrate the human potential that KICA schools influence.
