Gwen Larson, Director of Media Relations
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For the second consecutive year, Emporia State University leads all state universities in percentage enrollment growth, as revealed in the Kansas Board of Regents’ (KBOR) fall 2026 census. The report shows 5,110 students enrolled at ESU, a 6% year-over-year increase in total enrollment. ESU leaders attribute the enrollment gains to the university’s consistent efforts to invest in students, affordability and academic programs.
The School of Business and Technology at Emporia State University has a new leader. Dr. Filiz Tabak, who joined the school as interim dean in July, is now dean of the school.
In October, Emporia State’s Peterson Planetarium invites you to immerse yourself in the glow of the sun with showings of “The Sun: Our Living Star.”
Spooky science takes center stage this Halloween at ESU’s Prophet Aquatic Research and Outreach Center, where a special edition of Science Saturday will cap a month of fishing, reading and hands-on activities. Other October programs will teach attendees how to fly fish and help children explore the world of fish through stories, activities and book club discussions.
Two families with their own deep connections to Emporia State University — brought together through marriage and united by generations of Hornet experiences — have been selected as the 2026 Hornet Heritage Family.