Science Saturday Includes Halloween Costume Contest
Emporia, KS (10/28/2026) — The Prophet Aquatic Research and Outreach Center is hosting "Misunderstood Monsters," a Halloween-themed Science Saturday, on Saturday, Oct. 31, from 10 a.m. to noon.
This monster-themed special event may cause attendees to say "Ew!" or "Yuck!" or scream in fright when they see spiders, snakes, sharks, vultures, bats, opossums and other creatures that often spark fear. But these commonly feared and underappreciated animals are often misunderstood and play important roles in the natural world.
The event features interactive booths including massive tarantulas and spooky shark specimens. Guests will enjoy educational activities, crafts, free Halloween candy and a children's costume contest. Everyone is invited to dress in costume and experience the spooky fun at PAROC.
Science Saturday is open to everyone, and no registration is required.
About Emporia State University
Emporia State University offers a range of academic programs through its seven schools: Applied Health Sciences, Business and Technology, Humanities and Social Sciences, Library and Information Management and Library and Archives, Science and 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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