Sources: Kimberly Kramer, 785-532-3576, kramer@k-state.edu
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News release prepared by: Darrah Tinkler, 785-532-2535, media@k-state.edu
Monday, Sept. 10, 2012
Interest in construction career helps senior earn ,000 scholarship from steel construction institute
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