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News in 2024


David Sharlow Is New Dean for Visual, Performing Arts

April 25, 2024 Administration

The first dean of Emporia State University’s School for Visual + Performing Arts brings decades of experience teaching from sixth grade to graduate level, plus 14 years as a college administrator.


Library Celebrates Literacy with Bilingual Event

April 24, 2024 University Libraries & Archives

Emporia State University Libraries and Archives will host a bilingual literacy event to celebrate and promote literacy in children on Saturday, April 27, from 10 a.m. to noon. The event will take place in the grassy area in Kellogg Circle near William Allen White Library. Rain moves activities inside the library.


ESU Screening of ‘Hot Times in the Heartland’ Postponed

April 24, 2024 Administration

Because of forecasted bad weather, the on-campus showing of “Hot Times in the Heartland” originally scheduled for Thursday, April 25, is postponed. The rescheduled date is Monday, April 29, at 6 p.m. in Science Hall 72. A question-and-answer session with the filmmakers will follow the free screening.


ESU Breaks Ground on New Nursing Building with Focus on Students

April 24, 2024 Foundation

While hailing the groundbreaking of a new Nursing + Student Wellness building at Emporia State as a landmark moment in the university’s history, featured speakers continued to shine the focus on ESU students as both the future and why decisions are being made.


Emporia State Now Offering $63 College Courses to Area High School Students

April 19, 2024 Administration

April 19, 2024: High school junior and seniors who want a Jump Start on their college careers now have an option to take college classes on the Emporia State University campus for just $21 per credit hour. This scholarship offering to our regional high school students is another example of the university’s commitment to reduce costs for students and their families.




ESU Libraries and Archives Receives National Grant for Small and Rural Libraries

April 11, 2024 University Libraries & Archives

William Allen White Library at Emporia State University will create two sensory spaces for those on the autism spectrum and other neurodivergent students, thanks to a $10,000 grant from an American Library Association initiative as well as an additional $10,000 grant from Women for ESU.


April Outreach Events highlighted by Earth Day, Documentary Showing

April 10, 2024 Administration

Outreach initiatives take center stage as Emporia State University offers a month full of exploration, learning and fun. Participants can enjoy a variety of activities including a planetarium show, science story time, a bilingual event and an Earth Day celebration.