Share your relationship and dating stories with THRIVE!
THRIVE (The Interpersonal Violence Education Program) is collecting anonymous stories for a display they are going to put up in the Union during April, Sexual Assault Awareness Month. The purpose of this display is to create a mosaic of real relationship experiences.
Submit your stories here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeHM-uOlDjvSyF1XHM8iaMpZQC4HXNmd8gTx1ay0XET_4SLEA/viewform?usp=sf_link
Beginning at 4:00 PM on Friday, March 5, 2021, IT will be performing network/generator repairs and maintenance. During this maintenance, all network traffic, including the Internet, will be unavailable. All services on and off campus, should be considered “offline” for the duration of the maintenance. These services include (but are not limited to) Outlook email, Banner, OnBase, Canvas, SharePoint, and Hornet 365.
Note: The maintenance also affects the campus telephone system. Anyone on campus who needs to reach ESU Police & Safety during this time should use a cell phone to direct dial 911 for emergencies. Non-emergency situations will need to call 620-343-4225.
Work is expected to be complete by 11:00 PM Friday. We thank you for your consideration and patience during this time. Follow us on Twitter @ESUHelpDesk for updates during the maintenance. Scheduled maintenance and/or outages may be viewed on our IT Service Status page on Hornet365.
Questions may be directed to the IT Help Desk at 341-5555.
Join Nyki Stump, MSW, LSCSW, counselor and biofeedback coordinator, and other students to learn more about mindfulness and how it can reduce the stress in your life. The group starts March 11th and lasts 8 weeks. The sessions last approximately 90 minutes and start at 9:30 Thursday mornings and are open to all enrolled ESU students!
Only 10 students can join, so secure your spot today! Email Nyki at nstump@emporia.edu for questions and to sign up.
Beginning at 5:00 PM on Friday, March 5, 2021, IT will be performing network/generator repairs and maintenance. During this maintenance, all network traffic, including the Internet, will be unavailable. All services on and off campus, should be considered “offline” for the duration of the maintenance. These services include (but are not limited to) Outlook email, Banner, OnBase, Canvas, SharePoint, and Hornet 365.
Note: The maintenance also affects the campus telephone system. Anyone on campus who needs to reach ESU Police & Safety during this time should use a cell phone to direct dial 911 for emergencies. Non-emergency situations will need to call 620-343-4225.
Work is expected to be complete by 12:00 midnight. We thank you for your consideration and patience during this time. Follow us on Twitter @ESUHelpDesk for updates during the maintenance. Scheduled maintenance and/or outages may be viewed on our IT Service Status page on Hornet365.
Questions may be directed to the IT Help Desk at 341-5555.
ESU Clay Guild students will be selling handmade ceramic items on the Emporia First Friday, March 5, in front of Dusty Trail Gift Shoppe located at 1107B Commercial. Make sure to go by and check out all the great items.
ESU Printmaking students will be selling handmade items on the Emporia First Friday, March 5, in front of Dusty Trail Gift Shoppe located at 1107B Commercial. Make sure to go by and check out all the great items.
You might be eligible for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) due to temporary student exemptions that were in the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021. These exemptions will be in effect until 30 days after the COVID-19 public health emergency is lifted at the federal level.
If you meet all other financial and non-financial SNAP eligibility criteria, as a student who is attending half-time or greater, if EITHER of these two items apply to you, you may qualify for SNAP benefits.
· Have an expected family contribution (EFC) of zero for the current academic year
o If you have submitted a 2020-2021 FAFSA, your EFC can be found on the Award Overview tab under My Financial Aid Award in Hornet 365, or on the Student Aid Report (SAR) received from the Federal Student Aid.
· Are eligible to participate in State or Federally financed work study during the regular academic year, as determined by the institution of higher education
o If you have Federal Work Study listed on your financial aid offer as Offered or Accepted, you would be eligible
o If Federal Work Study is not listed on your financial aid offer, contact the financial aid office to determine your eligibility
You must have a valid 2020-2021 FAFSA on file to determine your EFC or work-study eligibility. If you have not submitted it yet, you may still do so at https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa.
Find more info at fns.usda.gov/snap/students
In Kansas, apply online at dcf.ks.gov
The Research and Grants office would like to announce a call for nominations for The President’s Award for Research and Creativity. This award is intended to honor an ESU individual who has been active in research, scholarly activity, or creative endeavors. The Research & Grants Center is now asking for you to nominate your peers for this distinguished award. Follow this link to see the Presiden'ts Award Criteria.
Nominations must be submitted to the Research & Grants Center by 5:00 p.m., Friday, March 12, 2021.
Did you miss the discussion that Special Collections and Archives hosted with Kent Weiser and Don Weast last night? You can view it anytime on the Hornet TV YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G8QnLZTYPk0
ACES has rescheduled the Depression & Anxiety Toolbox workshop premiere for this Friday, February 26th at 12:00pm! To participate, visit https://emporia.edu/live.
This free online workshop is open to the entire ESU community and will be facilitated by Nyki Stump, MS, LSCSW of ESU Counseling Services. The Depression & Anxiety Toolbox will help you beat the cold weather blues and cope with stress. Learn how to build your toolbox of strategies for dealing with anxiety and depression before these feelings overwhelm you. Please visit ACES Academic Resources on Canvas for more information about all of our workshops and services.
Do you want a FREE T-SHIRT?!?!
Do you feel worn out? Burnt out? Not sure how to manage self-care or make progress on the goals you have set for yourself?
If you answered yes to any of the above then rEcharge is for you!!! Look no further and join us for the rEcharge sessions happening every Thursday beginning on March 4th until April 1st. The rEcharge sessions will be from 7:00pm-7:45pm via Zoom! If you can’t make it at those dates/times them go to hornetlife where we will have recording of the session and you still can receive a free T-shirt by watching the recordings!
To signup click on the link below through hornetlife. This event will provide resources to help you make progress on your goals, give you experience in centering yourself, and let you practice tangible ways to self-care through the 7 dimensions of wellness. Come and join us today!
https://emporia.campuslabs.com/engage/submitter/form/start/466477
Attention all who are interested in learning how to be more supportive and inclusive of the LGBTQ+ community! There will be a virtual ESU Safe Zone Training offered on April 19th from 3:30pm to 5:00pm.
If you are interested in attending the Safe Zone training at ESU you will need to complete the pre-assessment which can be accessed here.
If you are interested in attending the Safe Zone training at ESU but want more information about the topics that will be discussed, email nrobert7@emporia.edu to be added to the online canvas course "Safe Zone Foundations"
In order to be able to participate in the training on March 18th, either the pre-test or the Canvas course must be completed.
Hey faculty and staff, there are two days left for Campus Campaign! If you want to make a gift, it’s not too late to be a part of it. Give from the heart and let’s go Together, Forward! #ESUfromtheheart #ESUTogetherForward
In ONE WEEK, Emporia State University is bringing illusionist Kid Ace. There is everything you expect from a magician and then, there is Kid Ace! This spectacular show is coming March 3rd at 7 PM, register today at emporia.edu/live for a chance to win a mini projector, Bluetooth speaker, and mini photo printer.
The Heart of a Hornet Recognition program is designed to celebrate the above and beyond service that contributes to the relationships and success of our campus and university community.
You can recognize ESU faculty and staff who demonstrate exceptional dedication to our great institution. The purpose of Heart of a Hornet is to shine a spotlight on individuals or teams who have advanced our vision, "Changing lives for the common good," and exemplified our Core Values: Excellence, Respect, Responsibility and Service.
This is your opportunity to recognize an ESU person or team! Just complete the recognition form listed on the website https://sites.google.com/g.emporia.edu/heartofahornet/home (ESU login required). All submissions are welcome and remember to be descriptive!
Students: To be eligible for the Shepherd Scholar Award you must:
(a) meet, at a minimum, the traditional definition of “Junior” classification by having completed at least 60 credit hours at the time of application
(b) have at least two semesters’ worth of coursework remaining prior to degree attainment
(c) maintain a cumulative 3.0 GPA.
Each of the 12 scholars receives a plaque and a scholarship award of $2000 for the next academic year, to recognize his or her achievements. In addition, they are designated ESU Shepherd Scholars for their senior year. All materials are due in the ESU scholarship portal by Monday, March 1, 2021. Access the Shepherd Scholarship web page for application instructions.
Ready for some writing support but reluctant to be on Zoom again? We can help! The Writing Center is now taking appointments for face-to-face tutoring sessions! Email us at jspotsw1@emporia.edu for more information!
Don’t forget — ESU Student Wellness offers free COVID tests for any faculty, staff and students on the Emporia campus who want to participate. This is part of our asymptomatic testing to keep track of COVID on our campus.
The next testing is Monday from noon to 2 p.m. in the Skyline Room of the Memorial Union (second floor).
Reservations are preferred and can be made through Bookings: https://emporia.link/covidtest. Walk-ins will be taken after 1 p.m. Remember, each person will need their ESU ID and a cell phone.
These tests are for anyone who is NOT showing any symptoms of COVID. If you are showing possible symptoms, please call the Student Wellness Center at 620.341.5222 to set up a testing appointment. Remember, faculty and staff with symptoms may receive tests through Student Wellness.
Be the voice of students as a member of the Elementary Education Student Advisory Board, which addresses student needs and college priorities with leadership. Apply here!
https://forms.gle/U4K1dDfcoaLY9Yrg9 The application is due on March 15, 2021. Questions? Email Melissa Gerleman at mgerlema@emporia.edu or Sara Schwerdtfeger sschwerd@emporia.edu “
Less than 48 hours after his mother's death, Chris inspired his city and the nation by forgiving the man who murdered his mother and stating that “Love is stronger than hate.” Chris will share his own experiences with adversity and loss on Thursday, February 25 at 7pm during a virtual presentation. Please register at www.emporia.edu/live.
The first 25 students who register will receive a free copy of his book, "Different: A Story About Loving Your Neighbor."