Gwen Larson, Director of Media Relations
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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. 24, from 6:30 to 7:15 p.m. Designed for children 7 and under, but open to anyone, attendees are encouraged to come dressed in their Halloween costumes.
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 graduate (7%).
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.
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 financial resources.
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.
The ESU Theatre Guild is staging a revival! An Ice Cream Social will be held on Sept. 22 to celebrate the revitalization of the Theatre Guild and will feature performances from the cast of the 50th Anniversary Homecoming Musical “She Loves Me.”
Emporia State University is hosting a reception for two art exhibits that are part of Emporia First Friday on Sept. 6. The reception will be from 5 to 8 p.m. in the Bruder Lobby of King Hall on the Emporia State campus. Bruder Lobby is between the two exhibition spaces — Norman R. Eppink Art Gallery and the Gilson Memorial Gallery.
Emporia State’s King Lake is now in a watch for blue-green algae after follow-up water sampling by the Kansas Department of Health and Environment. The watch means that a harmful algae bloom may be present.
With students arriving this week for the fall 2024 semester, Emporia State University has rolled out its free parking pilot program effective immediately.
The warning for blue-green algae at Emporia State’s King Lake remains in effect 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.