Short-Burger Family Finalizes 6.5-Acre Land Donation to Support Growth of Cowley College Sumner Campus

Cowley College is proud to announce the finalization of a generous 6.5-acre land donation from the Short-Burger Family, further expanding the footprint of the College’s Sumner Campus in Wellington.

The newly donated land is located alongside the Sumner Campus and provides additional flexibility for future programs and partnerships. This gift builds on the Short-Burger Family’s transformational 2016 donation of 18 acres, which made construction of the campus possible.

“The continued generosity of the Short-Burger Family demonstrates an extraordinary commitment to education and the future of Sumner County,” said Cowley College President, Dr. Michelle Schoon. “Their investment has not only shaped the physical landscape of our Wellington campus but has also expanded access to higher education and workforce development opportunities in this region.”

As Cowley College continues to play a critical role in building the workforce of Kansas, the additional land positions the institution for sustained growth in career and technical education, industry partnerships, and hands-on training programs. 

Cowley College extends its sincere gratitude to the Short-Burger Family for their enduring support and belief in the mission of expanding educational opportunity and strengthening Kansas communities.

Hunter Ferguson | Integrated Communications Specialist
Cowley College
125 S. 2nd Street
Arkansas City, KS 67005
hunter.ferguson@cowley.edu