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ESU will honor military veterans, university volunteers at Salute to Service 2025
Emporia State University will welcome retired U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Fran Oleen, district director of the U.S. House of Representatives, to campus on Nov. 15 for Salute to Service 2025, the university's annual recognition of U.S. military veterans and...
Nov 10, 2025, 9:54am EST
Ken Hush, Emporia State University president and CEO, honored with Lifetime Achievement award
Emporia State University proudly honored President Ken Hush with the Lifetime Achievement Award during the Black & Gold Gala last Friday evening, recognizing his visionary leadership and steadfast commitment to STUDENTS. Since his appointment as presi...
Nov 7, 2025, 1:18pm EST
Hands-on fun with rocks, minerals and wire-wrapping this November at ESU's PAROC
Variety and creativity are the themes at Emporia State's Prophet Aquatic Research and Outreach Center in November with STEM-related events that include learning about rocks, arts and crafts with wire and storytime for younger students. Science Saturda...
Nov 6, 2025, 8:00am EST
Emporia State hosts First Friday Art Walk, Art Forum Nov. 7
Emporia First Friday Art Walk comes to Emporia State as the presenting venue on Friday, Nov. 7 from 5 to 8 p.m. On display will be the ESU Art Program Faculty Biennial Exhibition, featuring artwork by ESU art program faculty in both the Eppink and Gils...
Nov 5, 2025, 6:39pm EST
Record breaking Black and Gold Gala raises over $1 million dollars for Emporia State students
It was a night centered on students. During Emporia State University's Black & Gold Gala last Friday night, over $1 million was raised for student scholarships and contributions continue to come in. This moment reflects the power of Hornet Nation's gen...
Nov 5, 2025, 11:18am EST
Emporia State University Unveils Bold New Look for Corky the Hornet
Emporia State University celebrated its rich tradition, pride and recent university progress by revealing a new Corky the Hornet mascot suit during their homecoming game on Saturday, Nov. 1. The reveal, a highlight of ESU's Year of Celebration, introdu...
Nov 3, 2025, 1:03pm EST
Emporia State to connect students with the International Space Station via amateur radio
Emporia State University is about to take one giant leap into the stars with a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for students from Emporia and across Lyon County to talk in real time to astronauts aboard the International Space Station via amateur radio i...
Oct 28, 2025, 9:57am EDT
Difference Makers to Receive Presidential Awards at ESU Black & Gold Gala
Seven impactful advocates for Emporia State University will be honored with presidential awards during the 2025 Black & Gold Gala on Oct. 31, a highlight of Homecoming week. The awards recognize individuals and organizations whose leadership, advocacy,...
Oct 22, 2025, 5:13pm EDT
ESU Alum to Share How to Learn, Lead and Help Others at Annual Hayes Lecture
Dr. Muhammad Nashatizadeh's approach to leadership is a simple approach: listen carefully, study the details and guide others toward clarity. During Homecoming week, he will share how insights from neurology can help build a meaningful life with Empori...
Oct 21, 2025, 9:09am EDT
ESU Homecoming Parade Entry Deadline Oct. 24
There is still time to organize a float or other entry for the Emporia State University Homecoming Parade. The parade will begin at 10 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 1 and travel up Commercial Street to the campus. The theme is "Hornet Pride." Friday, Oct. 24 is...
Oct 20, 2025, 9:00am EDT