Relief for Students: Emporia State University Freezes Room & Board Rates for 2026-27
Emporia State has chosen to be the only Kansas Regent university that will not raise rates for both residence halls and meal plans for the 2026-27 academic year.
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Student Life
Little Hornets Day Combines Fun and Football Game Experience at Emporia State
Young Hornets and their families are invited to enjoy a FREE day of special activities on the Emporia State campus followed by tailgating and attending the ESU football game in Welch Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 11.
Enjoy the Hornet Buzz during Family Weekend Activities at ESU
Good vibes will fill the Emporia State campus on Saturday, Sept. 27 for the 2025 Family Weekend. Designed as a way for students’ family and friends to get a taste of Hornet Life, activities are open to all.
Taylor Kriley Returns to ESU as new VP
Emporia State’s new vice president for student success and associate teaching professor returns to her alma mater with a passion for student success and experience to build a stronger department.
ESU Welcomes Fresh Ideas to Lead Dining Services
The new food service vendor at Emporia State University was chosen for its expertise with smaller clients.
ESU Esports Invites Student Gamers to Level Up at 3E Day, Summer Camp
Student gamers have the opportunity to get hands-on experience, access to coaches and players and discover how their enthusiasm for gaming can lead to building a career by taking part in upcoming events hosted by Emporia State University Esports.
ESU to Provide Live Stream of Total Eclipse
Emporia State University is offering the opportunity to view a total solar eclipse via live stream when the Earth’s moon moves in front of the sun on Monday, April 8. Viewers can watch by visiting emporia.link/eclipse. The live stream begins at 12:40 p.m. CDT with an introductory video, followed by the eclipse, which will last until 3:25 p.m. CDT. Totality, or the mid-eclipse point, will occur at 2:08 p.m. CDT.
ASG Hosts Breaking Barriers Conference
The Emporia State University Associated Student Government will host the third annual Breaking Barriers Conference on Saturday, April 6, from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The conference focuses on women in leadership with topics covering professional and personal support systems, civic engagement and the importance of showing up for yourself.
Update on Student Rec Center
After the significant damage on Sunday to the Student Recreation Center, we know that you have questions. Here are the answers we have so far.
Incident at Student Rec Center
The Emporia State University Student Recreation Center is closed until further notice.