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News in 2025



Difference Makers to Receive Presidential Awards at ESU Black & Gold Gala

Oct. 22, 2025 Alumni

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, and dedication have made a significant impact on the university and the broader community.


ESU Alum to Share How to Learn, Lead and Help Others at Annual Hayes Lecture

Oct. 21, 2025 Alumni

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 Emporia State students and the community as he delivers the 2025 Sam and Jeannene Hayes Lecture.


Documentary About Movie Paired with Stage Musical for ESU Homecoming

Oct. 17, 2025 Administration

ESU Theatre will host a single viewing of “Strange Journey: The Story of Rocky Horror,” a documentary about the enduring legacy of the cult-classic movie. The screening coincides with ESU Theatre’s production of “The Rocky Horror Show” as the 2025 Homecoming musical.


ESU Homecoming Parade Entry Deadline Oct. 24

Oct. 17, 2025 Administration

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.”


Five Hornets to Be Honored as Distinguished Alumni at Black & Gold Gala

Oct. 13, 2025 Alumni

Five outstanding Emporia State University graduates will be honored with the university’s highest alumni recognition — the Distinguished Alumni Award — during the Black & Gold Gala on Oct. 31, part of ESU’s Homecoming 2025 celebration. The award recognizes alumni who have demonstrated exceptional achievement in their careers and meaningful service to their professions, communities and alma mater.


DNA and Genealogy Focus of Oct. 13 Forensic Science Seminar

Oct. 10, 2025 Administration

How the science of DNA and research of genealogy can help investigators identify bodies and solve cold cases is the topic of the first seminar presentation in the 2025-26 Forensic Science Seminar Series at Emporia State University.



Hornet Homecoming On Tap This Month

Oct. 7, 2025 Alumni

Hornets near and far can celebrate Emporia State University’s Homecoming Oct. 22 through Nov. 2 on campus. Events during this Year of Celebration include the Homecoming musical, football game, parade, special group reunions and a Black & Gold Gala.