ESU Memorial Union
A welcoming space for our campus community + visitors
The living room of campus
The Memorial Union, located at 1331 Market St., serves as the hub of campus and living room for the campus community. Frequented by students, faculty, staff, Emporia community and conference attendees, the Union offers special spaces to quietly relax, study in solitude or with others, watch a little television to ease the day, and meet with friends and colleagues.
Hours of Operation | Fall + Spring Semester
Monday-Thursday, 6:00 am-10:00 pm
Friday, 6:00 am-8:00 pm
Saturday, 8:00 am-7:00 pm
Sunday, 11:00 am-8:00 pm
Physical Address: 1331 Market St., Emporia, KS 66801
Mailing Address: ESU Memorial Union, 1 Kellogg Circle, Campus Box 4066, Emporia, KS 66801
Memorial Union Operations Manager
An Operations Manager is available in the evenings and on weekends. Dial 620-341-5901 to contact them during the following hours:
Monday-Thursday, 3:00 pm-10:00 pm
Friday, 3:00 pm-8:00 pm
Saturday, 8:00 am-7:00 pm
Sunday, 11:00 am-8:00 pm
MU Building Map
Use these maps to easily navigate our beautiful building.
Meet Our Friendly Staff
We are here to help you in any way we can from catering to tickets.
Purchase Event Tickets
There is always something happening on campus! Purchase athletic, theater, music and other university events online or in the Ticket Office.
Hornet ID Card
Grants building access, holds declining balance and is your student ID.
The Hornet ID office is housed in the Memorial Union. Students may get their ID during enrollment. Faculty and Staff may get their Hornet ID with verification of employment.
Barnes & Noble Bookstore
Textbooks, classroom materials, apparel, gifts, accessories and electronics.
Hours
Monday-Friday, 9:00 am - 4:30 pm + Home Football Games
Offices + Services in the Memorial Union
- Memorial Union Administrative Offices
Hours: M-F, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Phone: 620-341-5901
Address: 1331 Market St.
- Conference + Scheduling
Hours: M-F, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Phone: 620-341-5443
Address: 1331 Market St.
- Ticketing Office
Hours: M-F, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Phone: 620-341-6378
Address: 1331 Market St.
- Hornet ID
Hours: M-F, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Phone: 620-341-5859
Address: 1331 Market St.
- Barnes & Noble Bookstore
Hours: M-F, 9:00 am - 4:30 pm + Home Football Games
Phone: 620-341-5214
Address: 1331 Market St.
- Hornets Nest
Hours: M-F, 7:00 am-2:00 pm + 4:30-7:00 pm
Saturday, 11:30 am-1:00 pm + 5pm-7pm
Sunday, 11:30a.m-1:00pm + 5:00 -7:00 pm
Phone: 620-341-5277
Address: 1331 Market St.
- Hornet Express
Hours: M-F, 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Phone: 620-341-5277
Address: 1331 Market St.
- Starbucks
Hours: M-F, 6:00 am - 9:00 pm
Phone: 620-341-5277
Address: 1331 Market St.
- Buzzcotti
Hours: M-F, 7:45 am - 2:30 pm & 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Phone: 620-341-5277
Address: 1331 Market St.
- Postal Sub-Station
Hours: M-F, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Phone: 620-341-5859
Address: 1331 Market St.
- Office of Admissions
Hours: M-F, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Phone: 620-341-5465
Address: 1331 Market St.
- Center for Student Involvement
Hours: M-F, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Phone: 620-341-5481
Address: 1331 Market St.
- Office of International Education
Hours: M-F, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Phone: 620-341-5374
Address: 1331 Market St.
- Career Services
Hours: M-F, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Phone: 620-341-5407
Address: 1331 Market St.
Mission
The Emporia State University Memorial Union is the community center of the university for students, faculty, staff, alumni, and guests. The Union is a vital part of the educational and social life of the university and the greater Emporia community. As an integral part of the university, and in partnership with the city of Emporia, the Union serves as a unifying force, cultivating enduring regard for, and loyalty to, Emporia State University.
History
Learn about the history of this 90-year old building that serves as a vital part of the educational and social life of the university.