Forward Focused, Future Ready
Building for The Next 160 Years
Investing in the Future
Emporia State University, the Adaptive University, is evolving to meet the needs of today’s students. ESU is building on our strong foundation to move boldly into the future and is focused on educating and graduating students prepared for successful careers by investing in our unique strengths and delivering modern, best-in-class programs and experiences.
This site houses information about investments being made, communications, FAQs and more. Gain additional insights by reading relevant articles about changes in higher education. Follow along with this site as we build a stronger, brighter future for Emporia State University.
PROGRAMS ESU OFFERS
Browse the list of Undergraduate Programs.pdf and Graduate Programs.pdf.
Communications + FAQs
Gain insight with additional information from campus communications, presentations + FAQs.
Higher Education Resources
Read relevant articles about changes in higher education.
Explore Investments
Psychology
Emporia State University’s Department of Psychology continues to invest in high-impact practices to ensure that graduates succeed in good career paths while making positive changes in the world.
Esports
Emporia State University's newly added competitive esports program benefits student competitors with skills they can use on campus and after graduation.
Health + Human Performance
Investments in the Human Performance Lab in ESU’s Health and Human Performance program will benefit graduates who want to pursue careers in both traditional and clinical settings.
Business Administration
The School of Business has restructured its business administration program to focus on the skills our students need when they apply for jobs.
Communication
Two specific additions to the Communication Department come as Emporia State University continues to elevate and reimagine its future.
Social Science
A new undergraduate degree program at Emporia State was created by faculty in the Emporia State Department of Social Sciences, Sociology and Criminology.
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.
Diversity, Equity + Inclusion
Investments in educational opportunities, programming, curriculum changes, career pathways and systematic reviews of policies and practices designed to increase retention + graduation rates.
Nursing
The addition of new programs, faculty and infrastructure will benefit current and future students as well as supply much-needed, highly trained nurses for the state of Kansas.
Computer Science
Investments in the Computer Science program in Emporia State’s School of Business will prepare students for the fastest-growing career fields in the nation.
Music
Elevating music with full-time director of choral activities, tenure-track music education and outreach. Learn more and hear from Dr. Allan Comstock, Chair and Professor of Music.
Art
Additions to the Department of Art in ceramics, art history, graphic design and community outreach.