ESU library blends science and magic in escape room adventure
Emporia, KS (09/25/2025) — Can you discover the secret of the Philosopher's Stone?
Find out as William Allen White Library on the Emporia State campus invites the public to become alchemists-in-training and solve STEM-based puzzles in the new alchemy-themed escape room called The Philosopher's Quest - an adventure inspired by the world of Harry Potter.
Sessions are available Monday, Sept. 29, through Thursday, Oct. 2, from 3 to 8 p.m. daily. To reserve a time, contact Alex Mosakowski at amosakow@emporia.edu. There is no cost for ESU students and employees and a $5 per person charge for others.
The event is part of a monthlong exhibit called Renaissance Science, Magic and Medicine in Harry Potter's World, hosted by William Allen White Library in partnership with the National Library of Medicine.
About Emporia State University
Emporia State University offers a range of academic programs through its institute and seven schools: Applied Health Sciences, Business & Technology, Humanities & Social Sciences, Interdisciplinary Studies, Library and Information Management & Library and Archives, Science & Mathematics and Visual and Performing Arts, along with The Teachers College.
ESU stands out for its innovative education practices. It ensures accessible education by offering in-state tuition rates to full-time undergraduate students from all lower-48 United States. Additionally, full-time undergraduates benefit from flat-rate tuition - students enrolled in 12 or more credit hours with at least one credit hour on campus pay a flat rate.
For more information on how to build your future at Emporia State University, please visit www.emporia.edu.
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Gwendolynne Larson, ESU director of media relations, (620) 341-5528, glarson1@emporia.eduShare this Story
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