Recent News
Brent Thomas Named ESU's New Provost, Vice President
Emporia State University's next provost and vice president for academic affairs has long shown his leadership abilities throughout his career at ESU. Dr. Brent Thomas was announced as the new academic leader this afternoon. "Dr. Thomas was selected fo...
Dec 12, 2022, 3:04pm EST
Commencement Ceremonies Set for Dec. 16 and 17
More than 700 Emporia State University students are candidates for degrees during winter commencement ceremonies at White Auditorium on Dec. 16 and 17. Graduate ceremonies begin at 6 p.m. Friday, Dec. 16. Undergraduates will receive their degrees at 9...
Dec 12, 2022, 12:51pm EST
Communication Department Expansion Focuses on Digital Careers
Additions in Emporia State's Communication program expand on the department's communication, emerging technology and society concentration that was introduced in fall 2020. "The emerging technology and society concentration prepares students for caree...
Dec 8, 2022, 5:08pm EST
Emporia State, Local Chamber Collaborate on Student Internships
A relaunched program with increased support will benefit both Emporia State students and local businesses. The Community Internship Consortium pairs the Emporia Area Chamber of Commerce with Emporia State's School of Business. The Chamber solicits and...
Dec 7, 2022, 12:27pm EST
Emporia State Opens Four Venues for First Friday Art Walk
Emporia State University is excited to be the Presenting Venue for December's First Friday Art Walk in Emporia. A variety of art exhibits and experiences will be available on the ESU campus as well as a shuttle service to make getting around easier. T...
Nov 30, 2022, 5:11pm EST
New Degree Program Combines Two with Dropping Enrollments
A new undergraduate degree program at Emporia State was created by faculty in the Emporia State Department of Social Sciences, Sociology and Criminology who wanted to counter declining enrollments in two separate programs. The new bachelor of science d...
Nov 30, 2022, 3:21pm EST
ESU Theatre Presents Dark Comedy 'God of Carnage'
Emporia State University Theatre presents Yasmina Reza's dark comedy "God of Carnage" translated by Christopher Hampton for four performances Dec. 1 through 4 in the Ronald Q. Frederickson Black Box Theatre in Roosevelt Hall. Performances are Dec. 1, 2...
Nov 21, 2022, 1:42pm EST
Emporia State Builds on Legacy of Teacher Education
With nearly 160 years of experience training the best teachers for K-12 classrooms, Emporia State University continues to build on its legacy through continued investment in The Teachers College education programs. "Kansas and the nation's youth deser...
Nov 16, 2022, 2:00pm EST
Fourth Provost Candidate on ESU Campus Thursday
The final of four finalists for Emporia State's next provost and vice president for academic affairs will be on campus Thursday (Nov. 17) to interview and meet various stakeholders as well as tour the Emporia community. Dr. Alberto "Bert" Ruiz current...
Nov 15, 2022, 9:00am EST
Third Provost Candidate on ESU Campus Monday
The third of four finalists for Emporia State's next provost and vice president for academic affairs will be on campus Monday (Nov. 14) to interview and meet various stakeholders as well as tour the Emporia community. Dr. R. Brent Thomas currently ...
Nov 11, 2022, 9:00am EST