Kansas State University Parent Guide
Insight and Tips For Success at the Collegiate Level
Provost April Mason is successfully beginning her first year at K-State by adding her own personal touch to the purple nation after being named K-State Provost in early 2010. Coming from Colorado State University, Mason brought an impressive resume and a leadership style that has benefited K-State immensely.
“I am the step mother of two college graduates. I helped them apply, go to orientation, and move into the resident halls. I saw them study hard, struggle with some classes and saw them both graduate. I can relate to parents and guardians as they make decisions, make payments, worry about and nurture college students,” said Provost Mason when asked what she would like parents and guardians to know most about her.
With her background, Mason provides a very unique perspective as she wears the hats of both a parent and administrator. This background, as well as her leadership skills, is what makes Mason so valuable to K-State and has made her first year a success.
“I can offer a few suggestions for parents and guardians sending their student to K-State: you will worry, no matter what. Be there for your students; listen, give counsel, but don’t push, let them make their own decisions and then let them work with the consequences of those decisions. Know that K-State has resources for students in academics, in social areas, in technology, and many others. Encourage your students to ask questions and take advantage of the many resources for students at K-State,” said Provost Mason.
K-State is very fortunate to have such an insightful and talented person as a new member of our “K-State Family”.
— By Mollie Winter, Sophomore in Public Relations
