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Fall Outreach at ESU: Creepy Crawly fun and a free Telescope Clinic
It's spooky season at Emporia State University's Prophet Aquatic Research and Outreach Center with the theme of "Creepy Crawly" as part of each October event. Two Science Storytimes will take place: Monday, Oct. 21, from 11 to 11:45 a.m. and Thursday, ...
Oct 14, 2024, 9:00am EDT
Moving the Needle: ESU Sees New Student Enrollment Gains
The Kansas Board of Regents released 20th-day enrollment numbers for fall 2024 today, and Emporia State reported a 16% increase in new student enrollment compared to fall 2023. These gains are in all categories - freshmen (6%), transfers (18%) and grad...
Oct 2, 2024, 10:03am EDT
October Art Forum features local sign painters; ESU galleries announce new exhibits
Alex and Andrea Polzin will host the October Art Forum on Friday, Oct. 4, from 4 to 4:50 p.m. at the Granada Theatre. As painters of large signs and murals, the two local Emporians and owners of A&A Signs have worked all over the nation with the goal o...
Oct 1, 2024, 10:00am EDT
Emporia State University Foundation Announces CEO Transition and Launch of National Search
The Emporia State University Foundation has announced that it has launched a national executive search to find its next CEO of the ESU Foundation. As part of the ongoing commitment to supporting the mission of the university, the Foundation is now prep...
Oct 1, 2024, 8:55am EDT
ESU Honors Four Distinguished Alumni
Four Emporia State University graduates will receive Distinguished Alumni awards at the Black & Gold Gala on Oct. 4 as part of Homecoming 2024. The award is the highest honor bestowed to alumni and recognizes outstanding accomplishments in their career...
Sep 30, 2024, 8:47am EDT
ESU's King Lake Again in Blue-Green Algae Warning
Emporia State's King Lake is now under a waring for blue-green algae after follow-up water sampling by the Kansas Department of Health and Environment. The warning means that a harmful algae bloom is expected or present. Saturday's Vamos a Pescar even...
Sep 27, 2024, 1:36pm EDT
Emporia State University Attacks the Cost of Higher Education
Committed to making higher education more affordable for students and their families, ESU has increased scholarships and reduced fees. Emporia State University has achieved this by implementing operational efficiencies, eliminating waste and maximizing...
Sep 26, 2024, 4:19pm EDT
Brewing success: ESU alum and Starbucks leader to speak on campus, receive Distinguished Alumni award
An Emporia State alumnus is welcomed back to campus where he will speak on leadership and the experiences that led him to a senior leadership role at a major coffee company. Dennis Brockman will present the Sam E. and Jeannene Hayes Lecture at 7 p.m. T...
Sep 24, 2024, 11:15am EDT
Presidential Outstanding Advocate Awards: Jeff + Gwen Longbine, HOTT, KVOE
A highlight of Emporia State University's Homecoming Week will be the recognition of several organizations and individuals for their remarkable contributions as ESU advocates. Recipients of the 2024 Outstanding Advocate Awards will be honored Oct. 4 d...
Sep 19, 2024, 4:14pm EDT
William Allen White Book Award Celebration Focuses on Books, Children
Students and educators from across Kansas will celebrate children's literature during the 72nd annual William Allen White Children's Book Awards on Saturday, Oct. 5, at Emporia State University. The events are free and open to the public. Authors McCa...
Sep 16, 2024, 4:01pm EDT