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If you drive down Cloud Street in Salina—the street that skirts the south side of the KWU campus—you may see a woman walking her very small dog. It may seem like the only thing out of the ordinary is the particularly diminutive size of the dog, but that would not be the case.
Posted on November 11, 2019
On Nov. 7, Kansas Wesleyan will welcome a group of potential teachers for its Teacher Education Day. Most students in the program are able to obtain full-time teaching contracts prior to graduation, and many opt to stay in Salina and the surrounding area because of the relationships built during early field experiences.
Posted on November 6, 2019
Upcoming Events
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Nov
"Paris to Pittsburgh" -- A Documentary on Climate Change
“Paris to Pittsburgh” is a 2018 documentary film directed by National Geographic and produced by Bloomberg Philanthropies, National Geographic and RadicalMedia. The film spotlights the cities, states, businesses and citizens taking action from coast-to-coast, including in America’s heartland, while exploring the very real social and economic impacts of climate change-fueled disasters. “Paris to Pittsburgh” features voices from local leaders and ordinary Americans, presenting the stories of resiliency and recovery from disaster.
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Nov
Wind Ensemble/Orchestra Concert
Get your Thanksgiving off to a great start with what will, without question, be a great collaboration between the KWU Orchestra and the KWU Wind Ensemble! Admission at Sams Chapel is free.
2
Dec
Poet Laureate Presentation
The Poet Laureate of Kansas, Huascar Medina, will be at KWU on Dec. 2 for a brief presentation. An open mic poetry reading will take place before Medina's presentation. The event gets underway at noon and admission is free.
This program is made possible by Humanities Kansas.
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Dec
Jazz/Percussion Ensemble Concert
Come enjoy a free concert from the KWU Jazz/Percussion Ensemble, Tuesday night, Dec. 5 at Sams Chapel! The event begins at 7:30 p.m.
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Dec
Christmas by Candlelight
The Salina tradition continues with this year's rendition of Christmas by Candlelight! Shows are scheduled for 3 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
Sometimes, the influence of one person can start the boulder that is personal growth rolling down the proverbial mountainside.
Posted on November 5, 2019
The Kansas Wesleyan University Board of Trustees has approved $800,000 in capital improvements to campus, improvements to buildings that will begin in the coming weeks.
Posted on October 30, 2019
Kansas Wesleyan University will host the National Geographic film, “Paris to Pittsburgh”, on Thursday, Nov.
Posted on October 23, 2019
KWU News
The KWU debate and forensics team was in action the past two weekends, competing Oct. 18-20 in the Carnegie Mule Tournament, held at the University of Central Missouri in Warrensburg, Mo., and at the Oct. 25-26 Cowtown Classic at TCU in Fort Worth, Texas.
Posted on October 31, 2019
One of Salina’s own will open a special exhibit showcasing his photography Monday, Nov. 4 at The Gallery at Kansas Wesleyan University. George Jerkovich will display a series of his photographs in an exhibit, “Near Burma Road – Saline County, Kansas,” that runs from Nov. 4–Dec. 13. Admission to the exhibit is free.
Posted on October 29, 2019
Both the men's and women's basketball programs open their seasons at home on Saturday, as both teams take on Midland University at Mabee Arena. The women's contest is scheduled to get underway at 5 p.m., with the men's contest to follow at an estimated tip time of 7 p.m. Below are portions of the game preview capsules from KWU Athletics.
Posted on October 25, 2019
Kansas Wesleyan University’s Dining Services has earned an A+ rating for its vegan food offerings from the People for Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA). KWU becomes only the third school in Kansas to receive the A+ score, joining Sterling College and Bethel College.
Posted on October 24, 2019
