Flag Football & Kickball Registration Closes Monday!

Hut, Hut, Hike!  Registration for this year's Flag Football and Kickball leagues close on Monday!  All intramural sports registrations are taken at imleagues.com/emporia. Below you can find registration info for Flag Football and Kickball! 

• Flag Football -- Registration Deadline: Sept. 2nd -- Team Fee: $35/Team
• Kickball (NEW!) -- Registration Deadline: Sept. 2nd -- Team Fee: $30/Team

Want to play but can't get a team together?  No worries!  Contact Grayson Graham (ggraham2@g.emporia.edu) with any questions you may have and ask about becoming a Free Agent! 

Recreation Services

FREE Yoga at the Library

Starting Tuesday, September 10th, there will be FREE yoga at the library the second Tuesday of every month at 8:00pm! 

Find us on the second floor in the ACES Chemistry corner. Limited mats provided.

(Estimated start time: 8:15pm due to transition and set up of space.) 

 

 

Recreation Services

Learning Korean Language!

Anyone who is interested in learning Korean language, the Korean Student Association is having a free tutoring program. It is a one on one, face to face program. You will be assigned a Korean teacher for one semester and schedule a time best for both of you.

 

If you guys are interested please contact 

Seongkyung Kang (skang@g.emporia.edu)

Thank you so much!

KOSA(Korean Student Association)

Black Student Union Meeting TONIGHT!!!

Welcome Back Students! The Black Student Union will be having our first meeting tonight at 7pm in the Diversity Lounge (meet in front of the CSI if you are unfamiliar with the location). We hope to see you there!

Black Student Union

Help Desk Hours this Weekend & Labor Day

The IT Help Desk will be closed this Saturday, August 31, and Sunday, September 1, to observe the Labor Day Holiday. We will be open from 5 pm - 9 pm on Monday, September 2. The Help Desk will resume normal business hours on Tuesday, September 3 at 8 am.

 

Information Technology

Declining Balance Rewards

ALL-YOU-CARE-TO-EAT, FRESH, HEALTHY, FLAVORFUL FOOD IN ONE GREAT LOCATION

All yours to enjoy while on a meal plan! 

 

Purchase a meal plan and be entered to WIN 

$25 FOR DECLINING BALANCE PURCHASES OF $200 OR MORE

$50 IF YOU PURCHASE A 100, 185, or ALL ACCESS MEAL PLANS

 

To be entered to win one of the prizes meal plan purchases must be made by September 15th, 2019

 

 

Contact Union Services to purchase meal plan. (620) 341-5859

 

ESU Dining Services

Commuter Plan Savings!

PURCHASE A COMMUTER PLAN AND SAVE!!

Purchase a commuter plan by September 15th, 2019 and receive

5 FREE GUEST PASSES TO THE NEST

OVER $40 IN SAVINGS

Offer not valid with any other promotion. Guest passes must be used by December 13, 2019

Contact Union Services to purchase meal plan. (620) 341-5859.

 

ESU Dining Services

Banner Maintenance this Weekend

Beginning at 5:00 PM Friday, August 30, 2019, IT technicians will be performing maintenance to our Banner environment.  During this time most Banner services will not be available these services include (but not limited to):

• Banner Admin pages
• Touchnet Payments
• T2 Interfaces
• Single Sign On
• CRM Recruit
• DegreeWorks
• OnBase
• Cognos

Work is expected to be complete by 12:00 AM (midnight). We apologize for any inconvenience, and appreciate your patience while we work through this necessary maintenance period.  Questions may be directed to the IT Help Desk at 341-5555.

Information Technology

Ready to Claim your Experience? Join ESU Ambassadors today!

Do you love interacting with students, alumni and prospective students?  Do you want a chance to be more involved on campus?  Come learn more about the ESU Ambassadors and apply today!  We will be having an information session Thursday, August 29th at 5:00pm in the Blue Key Leadership Room (2nd floor of Memorial Union).  Attendance is not required to apply, but we would love to meet you and tell you more! To apply go to https://forms.gle/G7JhDdwn6tjhAk57

Stingers Up! 

#claimyourexperience #ESUAmbassadors #ServiceSpiritSuccess

ESU Ambassadors

Hope Links Us Together Suicide Prevention Walk

Mark your calendars!  It’s time for the 3rd Annual Hope Links Us Together Suicide Prevention Walk by Beacon for Hope Suicide Prevention.  

Join us on Saturday, September 7th at the Bowyer Building at the Lyon County Fairgrounds as we celebrate Hope and Healing!  

FREE Registration!  Visit our Facebook Page to register today! 

Enjoy many activities from 10:00-11:30.  Activities include: healing activities, bake sale, large raffle, suicide prevention merchandise, interact with 9 other community organizations, kids zone, face painting, photo booth, lived experience speaker, and more! 

The Walk starts at 12:00.  Come support fellow community members who have lost a loved one, who struggle, who have struggled in the past, and caregivers.  Help us erase the stigma surrounding suicide.  Hope links us together.

For more information, please contact: Shelly Rowley: rrowley1@emporia.edu

Melissa Kurtenbach – melissa@hopelinks.org  or Eli Wright – duckwalker19@gmail.com

Sociology Department

University Policy Manual Revision

The following revision has been made to the University Policy Manual:

• Added 3A.13 Paid Parental Leave

Provost's Office

First P.R.I.D.E. meeting tonight!

People Respecting Individuality and Diversity in Education (P.R.I.D.E.) starts the academic year out tonight! If you're interested in belonging to a student group where everyone is accepted for who they are or you want to learn more about the LGBTQ+ community, P.R.I.D.E. is where YOU need to be! QPOC are welcome!

P.R.I.D.E. meetings are every Wednesday from 7:30-8:30 pm in the Veteran's Hall of Honor

We mix business meetings in with social time and educational topics.

Hope to see you there.

P.R.I.D.E.

Skyline Lunches

 Sodexo Dining Services will be hosting lunch meals once again in the Skyline Restaurant.

The beautiful Skyline room will be turned into a buffet restaurant on certain Mondays starting September 9th thru December 9th 2019.

 

Skyline Lunches Schedule

11:00 am - 1:00 pm

• Monday, September 9
• Monday, September 23
• Monday, October 28
• Monday, November 18
• Monday, December 9

The Buffet fee will be $8.00; $5 for kids ages 5-11 and FREE for kids ages 4 and under.

Cash and credit cards will be accepted as payment, as well as Declining Balance (Hornet ID card).

Find out more by emailing catering@emporia.edu or calling (620) 341-5907

ESU Dining Services

Night at the Movies: IT Chapter Two!

Want to see an exciting, thrilling movie for only $2!?  Come on out Friday September 6th to the B&B Theaters here in town and see It: Chapter Two.  Tickets go on sale Tuesday, September 3rd at 8am in the Ticketing and ID office in Memorial Union.  Tickets are $2 with a limit of 2 per ID.  There are only 225 available so hurry before they run out!  

Union Activities Council

Fall 2019 Career & Graduate School Fair

STUDENTS:

Get a JUMP START on your search for INTERNSHIPS and FULL-TIME POSITIONS or Search for Graduate Schools at the Fall Career And Graduate School Fair on Thursday, September 12, 2019, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m  Employers want to talk to YOU about internships and full-time employment and graduate school opportunities. What are you waiting for?  Bring your student i.d. for check-in.  Dress professionally, bring copies of your resume, and get ready to figure out your next step!

 

To see a listing of all Employers attending, check your Handshake Account!

 

When:  Thursday, September 12, 2019, 10:00 am-2:00 pm

Place:  Webb Hall, 2nd Floor, Memorial Union

 

Career Services

Japanese Association Sakura kick-off meeting

 Japanese Association Sukura is going to host a kick-off meeting on Friday, August 30th from 4-5pm. It will be in the PKP room(next to the OIE office). We’re going to introduce ourselves and the events we will be holding this semester! It’s not only for Japanese students but everyone. So why don’t you come?!

 

For more details please contact Mina Hagiwara <mhagiwar@g.emporia.edu>  

 

The office of International Education

Hispanic Heritage Month Kick-off

Join us in celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month at our Kick-off on September 12 from 5 to 7 pm, in front of Kellogg Circle. There will be food vendors, music performances, and prizes. Staff, faculty, and students bring your family and friends to support this event which is open to the public. Our proceeds will benefit the Latino Legacy Scholarship for ESU Student! Hope to see you all there!

 

Hispanic Heritage Month Kick-off Committee

Faculty/Staff Meal Plan

ESU FACULTY & STAFF PURCHASE A COMMUTER PLAN AND SAVE!! 

 

Purchase a commuter plan by September 15th, 2019 and receive 5 FREE GUEST PASSES TO THE NEST

 

Offer not valid with any other promotion. Guest passes must be used by December 13, 2019

Contact Union Service to purchase a plan!

 

ESU Dining Services

Intramural Spikeball Tournament

Think you can serve, set and spike your way to victory?  Sign up today for this semester's Intramural Spikeball Tournament!  

Where to Register: IMLeagues

Registration Deadline: Aug. 30th

Start Date: Aug. 30th

Fee: FREE

Leagues:  Men's, Women's, CoRec

 

Not sure what Spikeball is?  Check out how to play by clicking HERE! Questions? Contact Grayson Graham at ggraham2@g.emporia.edu. 

Recreation Services

ESU Employee Van Driver Training

A Van Driver training is scheduled for Emporia State University employees on Tuesday, September 10 at 9:30 am. Please allow 1 1/2 hours to complete the training. RSVP for the training by emailing Missy Nurnberger at mnurnber@emporia.edu.

 

Controller's Office

Nitty Gritty Tie Dye Run Exclusive Deal!!!

The Nitty Gritty Tie Dye Run is an event you don't want to miss!!  Join us Saturday, September 21 at the Student Recreation Center to participate in one of the most memorable events on campus!  This 5k will not disappoint as you run throughout campus getting splashed with tons of color.  The finale is a spectacular color party where everyone gets doused with color!

This year we are offering an EXCLUSIVE deal for all participants!  For an additional $10 ESU students can get lunch/drinks at the Watering Hole.  Adult and youth (17 and under) community members can get lunch/drinks AND a ticket to the ESU vs. University of Nebraska Kearney football game for an additional $10.  Sign up by September 18 to get a Tie Dye Run t-shirt. 

Check out www.emporia.edu/recsport for more information!  

 

Associated Student Government, Community Hornets, Union Activities Council, Recreation Services

Read to Succeed Volunteers Needed!

Do you need volunteer hours? Would you like to help an elementary student improve their reading? The Kansas Masonic Literacy Center is organizing volunteers to listen to 1st-5th graders at Riverside and Timmerman Elementary School in Emporia. Volunteers will listen to their student read for 30 minutes once a week to improve their reading fluency beginning September 16th and ending December 13th.​ Appropriate level books are already selected and the volunteer listens to the student read and helps them with unknown words.

Choose a day and time that fits your schedule:

Tuesday: 8:50-9:20 am with a 1st grader at Riverside Elementary School

Tuesday: 9:35-10:05 am with a 2nd grader at Riverside Elementary School

Tuesday: 12:30-1:00 pm with a 4th grader at Riverside Elementary School

Wednesday: 8:40-9:10 am with a 2nd grader at Timmerman Elementary School

Wednesday 12:40-1:10 pm with a 4th grader at Timmerman Elementary School

Wednesday: 1:45-2:15 pm with a 3rd grader at Riverside Elementary School

Wednesday: 2:30-3:00 pm with a 5th grader at Riverside Elementary School

Friday: 12:45-1:15 pm with a 3rd grader at Timmerman Elementary School

 

Contact Amanda (aparkma1@emporia.edu) or 620-341-5240 or Kansas Masonic Literacy Center located in Visser Hall room 113.

Kansas Masonic Literacy Center

Win $100 in Books!

Kansans taking pictures of themselves can take part in a photo contest during Kansas Literacy Week, September 1-7. 

Everyone can participate — families, libraries, daycares, public, private, home schools, college students — but you have to be a Kansas resident.

People are asked to take photos of themselves engaged in literacy, using the theme for that day.

Names will be drawn at the end of the week for each day, and each winner will get $100 of books.

The contest will take place Tuesday, September 3 through Friday, September 6. People wanting to participate are to take pictures portraying the theme of each day:

• Tuesday, Sept. 3 - Book Buddy Day - Read with a buddy.

• Wednesday, Sept. 4 - Read My Shirt Day - Wear a shirt with words or pictures.

• Thursday, Sept. 5 - Cozy Up with a Good Book - Wear pajamas and read a favorite book. 

• Friday, Sept. 6 - Fun in the Sun - Grab your shades, beach blankets, chairs and umbrellas and head outside to read under the sun. 

Photos need to tag @KMLCESU within Facebook to be submitted into the contest.

The photo contest and Kansas Literacy Week is sponsored by the Kansas Masonic Literacy Center which is housed in The Teachers College at Emporia State University. KMLC can be contacted through www.emporia.edu/literacy/.

As this is a photo contest, photos entered may be subject to use for further promotion of KMLC.

 

 

Kansas Masonic Literacy Center

Diversity Book Club Kick-off

The meeting schedule for the 2019-2020 Diversity Book Club is as follows: Chapters 1-2, Sept. 10; Ch. 3-4, Sept. 17; Ch. 5-7, Sept. 24; Oct. 1, Ch. 8.

In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, the book is titled "The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao" by Junot Diaz. All meetings will be 5-6 p.m. in the Diversity Student Lounge inside the Memorial Union. Interested participants may pick up a copy of their free book at the front desk of the Center for Student Involvement.

The book discussions are open for all to attend. For more information, contact Teresa, coordinator of Diversity Student Programs at ext. 5481.

Diversity Student Programs/Center for Student Involvement

Hornet Fest

All kids, ages 5-12, are invited to ESU Athletic's Hornet Fest on Wednesday, August 28 in Welch Stadium from 6:00 - 7:30 pm.  Kids will get to hang out with our student-athletes, playing games at each team's station, and best of all it's Free!  The first 100 kids will get a free t-shirt!  Come on out, bring the kids, and have a great time at Hornet Fest!

Athletic Marketing

$2 TACOS at Lake Kahola

The ESU Softball team is having a taco night at Lake Kahola on August 31st at 5:30p. The address is: 447 Kahola Rd, Council Grove, KS 66846. The event will double as a way to meet-and-greet the new team, as well! There will be tacos, queso, and baked goods for sale and a live band and yard games for entertainment. Please RSVP to: linda.mikessports@gmail.com by August 28th if you wish to join us!

ESU Softball

Feedback Needed on Possible New Undergraduate Program

Emporia State is exploring the addition of a new undergraduate Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) and Applied Linguistics.  The BA in TESOL and Applied Linguistics will provide students with a solid foundation in understanding language and how language can be used to solve real-world problems. This degree will allow students to pursue a career in a variety of settings, including working:

• with people from other countries who speak other languages
• within a global company or organization
• with or teaching multilingual and multicultural students in the United States or overseas
• as a content expert with the potential to work for industries using speech recognition software and human computer interaction,
• in publishing

 

Please take a moment to give us feedback on this possible new undergraduate program at Emporia State University by completing our survey by Monday, September 9, 2019.

https://survey.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_8vqt6UkadAvbQ2N

 

For questions, please contact Dr. Cate Crosby at ccrosby1@emporia.edu

Instructional Design & Technology

GAME NIGHT

Join us every Thursday evening for a night full of laughter, great fellowship, and of course a lot of games! This is a come and go event so come when you can!

 

WHEN: Every Thursday from 7pm-10pm

 

WHERE: 1415 Merchant Street (across the street from Science Hall)

 

If you have any questions please contact Didde Catholic Campus Center at 620-343-6765

 

Didde Catholic Campus Center

Canvas art from welcome week

Hello all,

Hope your first week of classes are going well! If you made a canvas at the late night activity during welcome week and orientation then please come pick it up! We have it here at the Center for Student Involvement. We are located in the Memorial Union right across from Hornets Nests. Thank you and have a great day!

 

 

CSI

Update your Cell Phone Number!

1. Go to Hornet 365 (Click Here for Link to Hornet 365)

2. From the left-hand menu in the top left hand corner, go to “Students” 

3. Click on the “Academic Life” button

4. Click on “Registration | Enrollment”

5. Log in using your ESU username and password

6. From the top bar navigation, click on the Personal Information tab

7. Click Update Addresses and Phones

Enrollment Management & Academic Success

Midwestern Premier: Buckshot - a film by Emporian Joshua J. Smith

Join us this weekend for the Midwest premier of BUCKSHOT, a feature film by Emporia's own Joshua J. Smith. 

Saturday, August 31

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Emporia Granada Theatre

FREE & open to everyone

 

Buckshot is a dark comedy that follows Charlie Stillman, a struggling country singer who journeys to Nashville to follow in his father's footsteps to become a country star. But when his father's checkered past derails his chances, his only job offer is to drive Buckshot Thomas, an aging, hard-living, honky tonk legend, cross-country to his final concert. Along the way, the two men forge a rare friendship, which could change both their lives forever.

The screening will be followed by a live Q&A with the director and Tim DeZarn (Buckshot Thomas). We're thrilled to welcome Josh back to Emporia, and hope to see you there!

 

Presented by No Coast Film Festival. 

No Coast Film Fest

ICE CREAM Sandwiches!

Stop by Cremer Hall, First Floor by the walk way to say hi to Business Professors and get an ice cream sandwich! 

Tuesday, August 27th, 12:30 pm to 2:00 pm

We'd love to see you! 

BizHornet Center

ICE CREAM SOCIAL

Didde Catholic Campus Center is hosting an ice cream social this Wednesday, August 28th. Join us in the social hall for delicious ice cream and great fellowship!

 

WHEN: Wednesday, August 28th after 8pm mass and adoration (around 9:45)

 

WHERE:1415 Merchant Street (across the street from Science Hall)

 

If you have any questions please contact Didde Catholic Campus Center at 620-343-6765 or email us atpublicity@diddecenter.org 

 

Didde Catholic Campus Center

Seeking Tutors!

TRIO Student Support Services is looking for tutors who feel confident in their abilities of helping other college students succeed in more than one of the following subject areas: Bio Chem (CH574), Basic Econ (EC101), Macro & Micro Econ (EC305/306), English Lit (EG207), Earth Science (ES110), Financial Management (FI301), Field & Lab Biology (GB303), History (HI101/HI102/HI111/HI112), Calculus II (MA262), Linear Algebra (MA322), Stats (MA341), Philosophy (PI225), Physics (PH140/PH190), International Relations (PO330), Our Physical World (PS115), Interpersonal Communication (SP100), and Informational Tech (UL100).

Applicants must be at least a sophomore with a 3.0 GPA or above and should reference Job #2871559 on Handshake ("Tutor/Mentor- TRIO Student Support Services). Questions and inquires can be directed to etullis@emporia.edu. 

TRIO-SSS

Sodexo Labor Day Hours

Labor Day Hours

 

Hornets Nest

Brunch: 11:30 am - 1:00 pm

Dinner: 5:00 pm - 7 pm

 

Hornet Express and Buzzcotti

CLOSED

 

Regular hours will resume on Tuesday, September 3rd

 

ESU Dining Services

Mail Server Maintenance Tomorrow

Beginning at 6:00 PM, tomorrow, Tuesday, Aug 27, 2019, IT Technicians will be performing maintenance on our email system and local servers. Mail delivery will not be interrupted, but access to Distribution Lists will not be available during the maintenance period. Work is expected to be complete by 10:00 pm.  We appreciate your patience while we complete this necessary maintenance. Questions may be directed to the IT Help Desk at 341-5555.

Information Technology

September 6 - Delving Deeper: Discovering ESU's Hidden Gems

Special Collections and Archives presents the exhibit Delving Deeper: Discovering ESU’s Hidden Gems. All who visit Emporia State University can see that it has much to offer, including quality educational programs, dedicated faculty and staff­, talented students, strong athletics programs, supportive alumni, and a beautiful campus. This exhibit highlights some of the lesser-known features that also make ESU great, such as resources that help community businesses succeed and historical collections that serve researchers from around the world. On September 6, join us any time from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. for an opening reception in the exhibit hall on the first floor of William Allen White Library.

Special Collections and Archives

FREE Legal Counseling

Did you or someone you know need advice from a lawyer? 

Free legal counseling is provided by ASG to all currently enrolled students with a valid ESU I.D. A practicing Emporia attorney is available every Tuesday 1:00pm – 3:00pm for consultation in the Champions Room in the CSI. Names are not recorded, and the service is completely confidential.

 

 

Associated Student Government

THRIVE Meeting this Wed. at 5pm in the Diversity Lounge!

The Healthy Relationship & Interpersonal Violence Education (THRIVE) program is committed to creating and promoting a safe and inclusive environment for the ESU community through educational initiatives and outreach. THRIVE seeks to reduce sexual violence and empower individuals to engage in healthy relationships.

 

Are you passionate about the #MeToo movement? Do you have an interest in promoting healthy relationships? Join THRIVE!

 

Our first THRIVE meeting of the year will be on Wednesday, August 28th, from 5pm to 6pm in the Diversity Lounge!

 

THRIVE@emporia.edu / @ESUTHRIVE on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter

THRIVE

Circle K International Ice Cream Social

Welcome back Hornets! Start off the school year right with Circle K on Wednesday, August 28th, at 6:00pm at the Hammond Park pavilion. Come learn about our community service club while you enjoy some ice cream and games! If you have a fun game you want to play feel free to bring it! Everyone is welcome so make sure you bring a friend! See ya there!

Circle K International

USS Dependent Scholarship Deadline

If you have a dependent/child attending ESU for the 2019-2020 academic year encourage them to apply.  Recipient must be a dependent/child of ESU University Support Staff Personnel and must be enrolled at least half time and be in good academic standing. Applications must be submitted by September 1, 2019 to: Renee Bass, Emporia State University Support Staff Scholarship Coordinator, ESU Campus Box 4026, Phone: 620-341-5154, email: rbass1@emporia.edu

University Support Staff Scholarship Commitee

FREE Personal Training at the SRC

If you missed Early Bird PT registration last Wednesday, there is ANOTHER chance to sign-up for your OWN Personal Trainer!

 Come by the Student Rec Center TODAY, at any time! 

Training Details:

• Clients receive 12 free sessions with their trainer within a 6 week period
• Each session is 1 hour and personalized to each client's fitness goals

Sign-up Procedure

Fill out a request form at the front desk and browse our trainer booklet to learn more about their background and to find a schedule that matches your availability! There is limited space available, so it is first come first serve.

If by chance, spots are filled, next registration will be Monday, October 7th

Any questions, please contact our Fitness & Wellness Graduate Assistant, Amelia Morales, at amorale5@g.emporia.edu

Recreation Services

Free Planetarium Show

If you're interested in space, astronomy, or NASA, Peterson Planetarium (SH 31) will be hosting NASA Nights all this semester. They are free and open to the public, every Thursday from 6:30 pm - 7:45 pm. This Thursday, the 29th, will be a great general show over the beginning of space exploration, from early rockets to our first artificial satellites.

Reservations are not required, but for more information visit emporia.edu/planetarium.

Science and Math Education Center

Halfway to Everywhere: Music and Arts Festival in Downtown Emporia

5 days until the inaugural Halfway to Everywhere (H2E) presented to you by Kansas Free for Arts and Emporia State University! Starting noon on Saturday August 31, 2019 come experience 30 live bands on four stages, creative arts vending and activities, food vendors and good times all around in downtown Emporia, Kansas. The event is open to ALL AGES and FREE to the public. Find out more at ksfreeforarts.org or by following us on Facebook and Instagram. 

Kansas Free for Arts is a local arts-based non-profit organization whose mission is to enrich the lives of Kansans through advocacy for wellness, education, and stimulating arts culture.

Kansas Free for Arts

The Balancing Act: A Time Management Party Tomorrow!

Tuesday, Aug. 27th from 3pm-3:45pm in WAW Library, ACES Chemistry Corner

Do you ever feel like you don't have enough time on your hands? Join us as we discuss ways to allocate your time.

Academic Center for Excellence and Success(ACES)

Come to BizFest!!!

Be sure to attend BizFest! All students are welcome to attend! We'll have resume critrique, speed interviewing, games, prizes, snacks and FUN! There will also be some Corporate Partners to network with, School of Business groups to join, alumni to visit with and the backdrop for fun pictures!  

Wednesday, August 28th, 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm in the Ballroom of the MU. 

Bring your resume to update, we will help! 

See you there!!

BizHornet Center

Squaredancing Anyone?

Bluestem Swingers will be starting lessons on Sunday, September 8 at the American Legion Hall, which is located at 2921 W. 12th Ave.  Everyone is welcome!  The first TWO LESSONS ARE FREE!

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Gregg Stair, Bluestem Swingers Vice President at 620-481-0785 or glstair@yahoo.com. 

 

Bluestem Swingers

MEAL PLAN DEADLINE REMINDER

 Students living on campus have the option to change their meal plan by completing paperwork in the Union Services office, located in the Memorial Union Room 110. The paperwork only takes a couple of minutes.

The last day to CHANGE your meal plan for the Fall 2019 semester is Friday, August 30, before 5pm. Although you can change your meal plan only ONE time before the Friday deadline, you may increase your meal plan at any time during the remainder of the semester, if you have not previously changed your meal plan. Also, find out about your declining balance and other meal plan options to meet your dining needs. 

Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact the Union Services ID office at 341-5859.

 

Union Services

No Coast Film Fest 2019 - This Saturday!

Join us for the first annual No Coast Film Fest!

Saturday, August 31

10am  - 8pm

Emporia Granada Theatre

FREE and open to everyone

We'll be screening dozens of awesome short films; whether you like animations or documentaries, horror or comedy, we'll have something for everyone. 

Feel free to come and go throughout the day and check out the live music and art at our partner Halfway to Everywhere festival!

Visit nocoastfilmfest.com for a full schedule of all the movies playing, or find us on social media @nocoastfilmfest.

Please contact info@nocoastfilmfest.com with any questions. 

No Coast Film Fest

Tonight: Come write with us Quivira!

Join us next tonight to learn about Quivira, play games to help you dust off your writing skills, and start writing your next poem or story with unique prompts!

Monday, August 26

5:00 pm

Plumb Hall 304 (Reichardt Center for Publishing & Literary Arts)

Quivira is open to everyone at ESU regardless of major, and free to join. If you have any questions contact quivira@emporia.edu. We'll see you there!

Quivira

Join us on Wednesday for a Faith-Inspiring movie: Breakthrough

Join us to experience Love and Faith big enough to move mountains in the movie, Breakthrough. 

When: This Wednesday, August 28th - Movie begins at 8 pm

Where: MU Preston Room

Movie Synopsis: Breakthrough is based on an inspirational true story of one mother's unfaltering love in the face of impossible odds. When Joyce Smith's adopted son, John, falls through an icy Missouri lake, all hope seems lost. But as John lies lifeless, Joyce refuses to give up. Her steadfast belief inspires those around her to continue to pray for John's recovery, even in the face of every case history and scientific prediction. From the producer of Miracles from Heaven. 

Sponsored by: ESU Lutheran Student Organization and Emporia Lutheran churches

Popcorn and Soft Drinks will be provided.

Lutheran Student Organization

How to Submit a Hornet Announcement

 To submit a Hornet Announcement, follow these steps:

1. Go to hornet.emporia.edu
2. Click HORNET DIGITAL HUB on left side
3. Click HORNET ANNOUNCEMENTS
4. Click SUBMIT at bottom of the page
5. Complete the form:
1. Title - this is a headline, which will be published at the top of the email digest
2. Body - all the information readers need
3. Date to post - this tell us what day you want the post to run
4. Posted by - your department, organization, or individual name
5. Requested by – your name so we know who to contact if we have questions. This DOES NOT appear on your post.
6. Click SAVE

 

Your submission will be reviewed for publication. Individual posts will only be published once per calendar week (Monday through Friday). Hornet Announcements are not posted on weekends or days that campus is closed.

Items must be submitted by 2 p.m. Monday through Friday for inclusion in the email digest of Hornet Announcements that is sent at 4 p.m. each day.

Questions? Contact Marketing & Media Relations at (620) 341-5454

 

Marketing & Media Relations

French Tutoring!

 

Bonjour!

Don't forget that ACES now offers French tutoring on Tuesday and Wednesday's from 4pm-5pm.

 

Tutoring will be held at the WAW Library on the 2nd floor.

 

Academic Center for Excellencce and Success

Commuter Plan Savings!

PURCHASE A COMMUTER PLAN AND SAVE!!

Purchase a commuter plan by September 15th, 2019 and receive

5 FREE GUEST PASSES TO THE NEST

OVER $40 IN SAVINGS

Offer not valid with any other promotion. Guest passes must be used by December 13, 2019

Contact Union Services to purchase meal plan. (620) 341-5859

 

ESU Dining Services

Declining Balance Rewards

ALL-YOU-CARE-TO-EAT, FRESH, HEALTHY, FLAVORFUL FOOD IN ONE GREAT LOCATION

All yours to enjoy while on a meal plan! 

 

Purchase a meal plan and be entered to WIN 

$25 FOR DECLINING BALANCE PURCHASES OF $200 OR MORE

$50 IF YOU PURCHASE A 100, 185, or ALL ACCESS MEAL PLANS

 

To be entered to win one of the prizes meal plan purchases must be made by September 15th, 2019

 

 

 

 

Contact Union Services to purchase meal plan. (620) 341-5859

 

ESU Dining Services

Skyline Lunches

Sodexo Dining Services will be hosting lunch meals once again in the Skyline Restaurant.

The beautiful Skyline room will be turned into a buffet restaurant on certain Mondays starting September 9th thru December 9th 2019.

 

Skyline Lunches Schedule

11:00 am - 1:00 pm

• Monday, September 9
• Monday, September 23
• Monday, October 28
• Monday, November 18
• Monday, December 9

The Buffet fee will be $8.00; $5 for kids ages 5-11 and FREE for kids ages 4 and under.

Cash and credit cards will be accepted as payment, as well as Declining Balance (Hornet ID card).

Find out more by emailing catering@emporia.edu or calling (620) 341-5907

ESU Dining Services

FREE Personal Training

If you missed us at Fall into Fitness 8/21, there is ANOTHER chance to register to train with your OWN Personal Trainer!

 

Come by the Student Rec Center Monday, August 26th. Registration opens right when we open our building at 6:00am.

Training Details:

• Clients receive 12 free sessions with their trainer within a 6 week period
• Each session is 1 hour and personalized to each client's fitness goals

Sign-up Procedure

Fill out a request form at the front desk and browse our trainer booklet to learn more about their background and to find a schedule that matches your availability! There is limited space available, so it is first come first serve.

 

Any questions, please contact our Fitness & Wellness Graduate Assistant, Amelia Morales, at amorale5@g.emporia.edu

Recreation Services

ESU Ambassadors Applications Open!

ESU Ambassadors is looking for YOU! Do you want to be a "part of it all??" Then #claimyourexperience and apply today! ESU Ambassadors gives you the chance to work with past, present and future students and helps to build a skill set that is out of this world! Be the leadership of the ESU campus!  To learn more attend one of our informational sessions, Monday August 26th at 8:00pm in the Blue Key Leadership room (2nd floor of Memorial Union) or Thursday, August 29th at 5:00pm also in the Blue Key Leadership room.  Attendance is not required to apply, but recommended to learn more! Ready to apply?? Click here: https://forms.gle/G7JhHDdwn6tjhAk57 

For further information or for questions contact ESU Vice-President Maite Garcia at mgarci16@g.emporia.edu

Stingers Up!

ESU Ambassadors/Alumni Association

Mail Server Maintenance Next Week

Beginning at 6:00 PM Tuesday, August 27, 2019, IT Technicians will be performing maintenance on our email system and local servers.  Mail delivery will not be interrupted, but access to Distribution Lists will not be available during the maintenance period.  Work is expected to be complete by 10:00 pm.  We appreciate your patience while we complete this necessary maintenance.  Questions may be directed to the IT Help Desk at 341-5555.

Information Technology

Korean Student Association Orientation!

The ESU Korean club will be having an orientation. Anyone interested in learning Korean, Kpop, Korean food, Korean culture or want to learn more about Korea are welcome.

 

When: August 27th 2019

Where: Library room 222

What: Orientation for new members of the club

 

It is open to anyone and we will serve free donuts and cookies!

KOSA(Korean Student Association)

Barber & Beauty Shop Talk

If you're looking for a new look or just want to freshen up your current 'do, stop by MU Mainstreet! Several barbers and a couple beauticians will be on hand to provide *FREE* haircuts and hairstyles to all students. Sign ups are first come, first served between 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

CSI/Diversity Student Programs

BizFest! Come check it out!

All students are welcome to come Wednesday, 8/28 from 5:30 to 7:00 pm to the Ballroom in MU. 

The School of Business wants to prepare you for the upcoming Career Fair, Mock Interview day and help you polish your interview and resume skills. 

Plus, you will get to play Minute to Win it games, win prizes, contests, food, and sign up for Handshake. 

See you there!!!

 

BizHornet Center

Have you provided ESU with an updated cell phone?

Can we reach you when/if we need to?  Please update your number now:

1. Go to Hornet 365 (Click Here for Link to Hornet 365)

2. From the left-hand menu in the top left hand corner, go to “Students” 

3. Click on the “Academic Life” button

4. Click on “Registration | Enrollment”

5. Log in using your ESU username and password

6. From the top bar navigation, click on the Personal Information tab

7. Click Update Addresses and Phones

 

Enrollment Management & Academic Success

Dark Matter

Every other Saturday at 11:30 am, Peterson Planetarium (SH 31) will be giving free full-dome shows. This Saturday, we'll be investigating one of the most mysterious things in the universe: Dark Matter. Reservations aren't required, and all of our shows start off with a tour of the night sky.

Find us on Facebook or check us out at emporia.edu/planetarium.

Science and Math Education Center

Paid Tour Guide Positions!!! APPLY NOW!

Admissions is now offering paid campus tour guide positions for our group tours. Work hours are 10-11am Monday-Friday and occasional Saturdays as needed. Successful candidates could earn up to $750 per semester as a scholarship/stipend. This is a great opportunity for any current (undergraduate) ESU student to gain some additional public speaking experience, hands-on experience working with kids, and the opportunity to promote ESU! 

Training will be provided as part of this position. To apply, please email Brittany Wren at bwren@emporia.edu.

Admissions

The Balancing Act: A Time Management Party!

Tuesday, Aug. 27th from 3pm-3:45pm in WAW Library, ACES Chemistry Corner

Do you ever feel like you don't have enough time on your hands? Join us as we discuss ways to allocate your time.

Academic Center for Excellence and Success(ACES)

*UPDATE* Corky's Kickback New Times and Location!

All students are welcome to Corky's Kickback at 7-10 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 24 inside the Ballroom, 2nd floor, Memorial Union. Come enjoy great music while making new friends and seeing old ones! Prizes will be given and there will be free food. Hosted by the Black Student Union, Diversity Student Programs and the Office of International Education. 

CSI/Diversity Student Programs

Intramural Flag Football & Kickball Registration Deadline Approaching

Hut, Hut, Hike!  Registration for this year's Flag Football and Kickball leagues are quickly approaching!  All intramural sports registrations are taken at imleagues.com/emporia. Below you can find registration info for Flag Football and Kickball! 

 

Flag Football -- Registration Deadline: Sept. 2nd -- Team Fee: $35/Team

Kickball (NEW!) -- Registration Deadline: Sept. 2nd -- Team Fee: $30/Team

 

Want to play but can't get a team together?  No worries!  Contact Grayson Graham (ggraham2@g.emporia.edu) with any questions you may have and ask about becoming a Free Agent! 

Recreation Services

Corky's Kickback!

All students are welcome to Corky's Kickback at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 24 in the Courtyard outside of the Memorial Union. Come out and enjoy some great music while making new friends and seeing old ones! Prizes will be given and there will be  free food. Hosted by the Black Student Union, Diversity Student Programs and the Office of International Education. 

Diversity Student Programs/Black Student Union/Office of International Education

Interactive Night at the Movies

Like dinosaurs?!  Come out to the Granada Theatre on Friday, August 23rd for a free showing of Jurassic World.  Doors open at 7 pm with dinosaur trivia, dinosaur snacks, and prizes for costume and dinosaur calling contest winners!  Movie will begin at 8 pm.

Center for Student Involvement

Buckshot - A film by Emporian Joshua J. Smith

Join us for the Midwest premier of BUCKSHOT, a feature film by Emporia's own Joshua J. Smith.

 

Saturday, August 31

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Emporia Granada Theatre

FREE & open to everyone

 

Buckshot is a dark comedy that follows Charlie Stillman, a struggling country singer who journeys to Nashville to follow in his father's footsteps to become a country star. But when his father's checkered past derails his chances, his only job offer is to drive Buckshot Thomas, an aging, hard-living, honky tonk legend, cross-country to his final concert. Along the way, the two men forge a rare friendship, which could change both their lives forever.

The screening will be followed by a live Q&A with the director and Tim DeZarn (Buckshot Thomas). We're thrilled to welcome Josh back to Emporia, and hope to see you there!

 

Presented by No Coast Film Festival. 

No Coast Film Fest

Come write with us!

Join us next Monday to learn about Quivira, play games to help you dust off your writing skills, and start writing your next poem or story with unique prompts!

 

Monday, August 26

5:00 pm

Plumb Hall 304 (Reichardt Center for Publishing & Literary Arts)

 

Quivira is open to everyone at ESU regardless of major, and free to join. If you have any questions contact quivira@emporia.edu. We'll see you there!

Quivira

No Coast Film Fest 2019

Join us for the first annual No Coast Film Fest!

 

Saturday, August 31

10am  - 8pm

Emporia Granada Theatre

 

FREE and open to everyone

 

We'll be screening dozens of awesome short films; whether you like animations or documentaries, horror or comedy, we'll have something for everyone. 

Feel free to come and go throughout the day and check out the live music and art at our partner Halfway to Everywhere festival!

Visit nocoastfilmfest.com for a full schedule of all the movies playing, or find us on social media @nocoastfilmfest.

 

Please contact info@nocoastfilmfest.com with any questions. 

No Coast Film Fest

Breakthrough, An inspirational true story

Join us to experience Love and Faith big enough to move mountains in the movie, Breakthrough. 

When: Wednesday, August 28th - Movie begins at 8 pm

Where: MU Preston Room

Movie Synopsis: Breakthrough is based on an inspirational true story of one mother's unfaltering love in the face of impossible odds. When Joyce Smith's adopted son, John, falls through an icy Missouri lake, all hope seems lost. But as John lies lifeless, Joyce refuses to give up. Her steadfast belief inspires those around her to continue to pray for John's recovery, even in the face of every case history and scientific prediction. From the producer of Miracles from Heaven. 

Sponsored by: ESU Lutheran Student Organization and Emporia Lutheran churches

Popcorn and Soft Drinks will be provided.

Lutheran Student Organization

ESU Employee Van Driver Training

A Van Driver training is scheduled for Emporia State University employees on Tuesday, September 10 at 9:30 am. Please allow 1 1/2 hours to complete the training. RSVP for the training by emailing Missy Nurnberger at mnurnber@emporia.edu.

Controller's Office

ACES now offers French tutoring!

Bonjour!

French tutoring will now be offered on Tuesday and Wednesday's from 4pm-5pm.

Tutoring will be held at the WAW Library on the 2nd floor. 

 

Academic Center for Excellence and Success

Peterson Planetarium

Peterson Planetarium will be giving weekly free shows that are free and open to the public. Every Thursday at 6:30 pm, we will be holding our weekly NASA Night, starting next week (29th). This Saturday, we'll hold our first bi-weekly Full-Dome show: The Hot and Energetic Universe. We start every show with a tour of the night sky using our star ball.

For more information, visit our webpage emporia.edu/planetarium and reserve your seat by emailing us at scimathc@emporia.edu

Science and Math Education Center

Why Not Succeed in All of Your Classes?

All models of tutoring begin Sunday, August 25, 2019!

 

Anatomy & Physiology: Mon & Wed from 5:30 - 7:00 pm

Biology: Mon & Thur from 5:00 - 6:30 pm

Chemistry: Sun through Thur from 6:00 - 8:00 pm

College Algebra: Tue & Thur from 5:00 - 7:00 pm

Earth Science: Wed from 4:00 - 5:30 pm

Geography: Wed from 5:30 - 7:30 pm

German: Tue & Thur from 1:00 - 3:00 pm & Wed from 3:00 - 5:00 pm

Microbiology: Mon & Wed from 5:30 - 7:00 pm

Organic Chemistry: Mon & Wed from 7:00 - 8:00 pm

New! Physics: Mon through Wed from 4:00 - 6:00 pm

Psychology: Tue & Thur from 4:30 - 6:00 pm

Spanish: Mon & Fri from 8:00 am - 12:00 pm

Tue & Thur from 8:00 am - 12:00 pm and 1:00 - 3:00 pm

Wed from 8:00 am - 12:00 pm and 3:00 - 5:00 pm

Writing Center: Sun from 3:00 - 7:00 pm & Mon- Thur from 11:00 am - 7:00 pm

Sessions will be held on the 2nd floor of the WAW Library

Let the ACES staff help you develop a long-term plan for academic and personal success here at ESU!

Academic Center for Excellence and Success(ACES)

Halfway to Everywhere: Music and Arts Festival in Downtown Emporia

11 days until the inaugural Halfway to Everywhere (H2E) presented to you by Kansas Free for Arts and Emporia State University! Starting noon on Saturday August 31, 2019 come experience 30 live bands on four stages, creative arts vending and activities, food vendors and good times all around in downtown Emporia, Kansas. The event is open to ALL AGES and FREE to the public. Find out more at ksfreeforarts.org or by following us on Facebook and Instagram. 

Kansas Free for Arts is a local arts-based non-profit organization whose mission is to enrich the lives of Kansans through advocacy for wellness, education, and stimulating arts culture.

Kansas Free for Arts

JOIN A CHOIR @ ESU!

If you've ever sung in a choir or WANTED to sing in a choir, now is the time to join us in Beach Hall.  The music department offers 3 different choirs of various levels.  The A Cappella Choir (MWF 1-1:50pm) and the Tallgrass Chamber Choir (TTh 1-2:20pm) require an audition whereas the Emporia Chorale (M 7-9pm) does not.  If you have any questions or would like to schedule an audition please contact the conductor, Dr. Robert Ward, at rward7@emporia.edu.  

Music Department

Avengers: Endgame - Movie Night @ the Library, August 25!

Come over to the Library Learning Commons at 7 p.m. Sunday, August 25 for a FREE movie and popcorn!  Avengers: Endgame will be the featured movie.

Also, we will have information about FREE workshops this semester on Sunday evenings -- "Sunday with a Librarian".  The workshop topics will include how to search in library databases, how to cite sources in APA style, how to start your own website, and more!

Posted by University Libraries and Archives

University Libraries and Archives

Looking for Students to Join/Start an RSO!

Do you or someone you know or love struggle with mental health issues? Do you feel isolated, alone, like no one understands? Are you ready to reduce the stigma of mental health and teach others that it is ALWAYS okay to ask for help? 

 

Contact Nyki Stump, LSCSW, Counselor and Biofeedback Coordinator in the Student Wellness Center to express your interest in starting a recognized student organization (RSO) to address these issues. The two clubs being considered are: NAMI on Campus and Active Minds. 

 

You may also visit Nyki at the Huge Activities Fair, August 22nd from 12-3 on Main Street for more information.

 

Student Wellness Center

Intramural Sports Registration is Now OPEN!

Intramural Sports is happy to announce a lineup full of 25+ sports/events scheduled for this school year! Registration for all Fall 19' sports/events is now open at imleagues.com/emporia.  Below you can find some upcoming registration deadlines so make sure to get your team signed up! 

 

Spikeball -- Registration Deadline and Event Date: August 29th -- FREE

Flag Football -- Registration Deadline: Sept. 2nd -- Team Fee: $35/Team

Kickball (NEW!) -- Registration Deadline: Sept. 2nd -- Team Fee: $30/Team

 

Want to play but can't get a team together?  No worries!  Contact Grayson Graham (ggraham2@g.emporia.edu) with any questions you may have and ask about becoming a Free Agent! 

 

Recreation Services

How to Submit a Hornet Announcement

To submit a Hornet Announcement, follow these steps:

1. Go to hornet.emporia.edu
2. Click HORNET DIGITAL HUB on left side
3. Click HORNET ANNOUNCEMENTS
4. Click SUBMIT at bottom of the page
5. Complete the form:
1. Title - this is a headline, which will be published at the top of the email digest
2. Body - all the information readers need
3. Date to post - this tell us what day you want the post to run
4. Posted by - your department, organization, or individual name
5. Requested by – your name so we know who to contact if we have questions. This DOES NOT appear on your post.
6. Click SAVE

 

Your submission will be reviewed for publication. Individual posts will only be published once per calendar week (Monday through Friday). Hornet Announcements are not posted on weekends or days that campus is closed.

 

Items must be submitted by 2 p.m. Monday through Friday for inclusion in the email digest of Hornet Announcements that is sent at 4 p.m. each day.

 

Questions? Contact Marketing & Media Relations at (620) 341-5454

 

Marketing & Media Relations

Art Forum TOMORROW: Charles Baughman

Art Forum Visiting Lecture Series Presents: Charles Baughman
 
Charles Baughman is a nationally known artist as well as a long-time art educator. Charles received his Bachelor’s degree in Studio Arts and Art History from Kearney State College in Kearney, Nebraska and his Master of Fine Arts in Painting/Sculpture from Wichita State University. 
Charles has an extensive background as a fine artist, exhibiting work around the country, and has been involved in art education for over a decade. Charles has been an instructor at the Wichita Art Museum, Wichita State University, Cowley County Community College, Butler County Community College, Wichita Center for the Arts, and Friends University
 
Charles will talk on Wednesday, August 21, 3:00 – 3:50 pm, in Science Hall 072.
 

Art Forum is open to the public. Bring a friend!

Department of Art

Lip Sync Battle

Diversity Student Programs invites you to the Lip Sync Battle with DJ Q. Prizes will be awarded for first and second place!

7-9 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 21 in Albert Taylor Hall. 

Diversity Student Programs/Center for Student Involvement

Interactive Night at the Movies

Like dinosaurs?!  Come out to the Granada Theatre on Friday, August 23rd for a free showing of Jurassic World.  Doors open at 7 pm with dinosaur trivia, dinosaur snacks, and prizes for costume and dinosaur calling contest winners!  Movie will begin at 8 pm.

Center for Student Involvement

Party on the Lawn Tomorrow Night!

Back by popular demand, The Boy Band Project, will be performing TOMORROW night at 8pm in front of Plumb Hall for FREE!  With the sound, movement and energy of the world's most popular boy bands hits, The Boy Band Project will make you wanna get up and dance!  Featuring the music of NSYNC, Backstreet Boys, Hanson, O-Town, One Direction, Boyz II Men, and more, you will not want to miss this entertaining event!  Again, join us tomorrow night at 8pm for free sno cones and great music!

 

 

 

Union Activities Council

Poster Sale Postponed to Wednesday

The Beyond the Wall Poster Sale has been postponed until Wednesday, August 21 due a delay in travel. Come check out HUNDREDS of posters and more in the West Lobby of the Memorial Union Wednesday and Thursday from 9am - 6pm.  Get GREAT prices on wall art!  Flip through tons of selections of music, movie, fine art prints and other cool merchandise to decorate your room!

 

Memorial Union Programs