Wichita, KS- The Friends University Faculty Brass Quintet will perform Monday, April 2, at 7:30 p.m. in Sebits Auditorium, Riney Fine Arts Center. The Faculty Brass Quintet will perform a series of selections based on dance, moving chronologically from the Renaissance period through today. The program also will include formal dance music as well as […]
Sinfonietta Orchestra to Combine Music and Installation Art in April 5 Concert
The Friends University Sinfonietta Orchestra, formally known as the Chamber Orchestra, will present its Spring Concert Thursday, April 5, at 7:30 p.m. in Sebits Auditorium, Riney Fine Arts Center. The orchestra’s Spring Concert will feature two talented faculty members. Daniel Racer, assistant professor of music at Friends, has composed a piece that will be premiered […]
Tower Wind Quintet Presents 17th Annual Recital March 27
Wichita, KS – The Friends University Tower Wind Quintet will present its 17th annual recital Tuesday, March 27, at 7:30 p.m. The quintet is comprised of faculty members: Amy Hoffman, flute; Rachelle Goter, clarinet; Cindy Thompson, oboe; Denise Kintzel, horn; and Kimme Whittemore, bassoon. Featured soprano soloist Rolaine Hetherington will join the quintet. Hetherington serves […]
Friends to host health care panel discussion April 10
Friends University’s Master of Health Care Leadership program will host several business leaders in a roundtable discussion regarding health care industry challenges April 10. The event, which is free and open to the public, will take place in the Olive White Garvey Business and Technology Building, Room 203, at Friends University. Experts from multiple disciplines […]
Friends to offer traditional undergraduate cyber security degree this fall
As part of an ongoing expansion of its cyber security programs, Friends University will offer an option for traditional undergraduates to complete a degree in cyber security. Friends University is the only private college in the state of Kansas to offer an undergraduate degree of this kind. The Bachelor of Science in Cyber Security (BSCS) […]
Summer school courses for traditional undergraduates offered at $100 per credit hour
Friends University is offering summer school classes for traditional undergraduate students through the College of Business, Arts, Sciences and Education at a reduced rate of $100 per credit hour during the summer. Enrollment for the summer will begin April 2 and many classes begin June 4. Approximately 23 four- and eight-week course options, including […]
Engaged Brain Teacher Education Conference set for June 19-20
The Engaged Brain teacher education conference, scheduled for June 19-20 at Friends University, will equip educators with methods and skills to spark, sustain and develop student learning. Friends University will offer two graduate-level credits (as well as an option for auditing), which can be used for re-licensure, career advancement or degree completion. Keynote speaker Dr. […]
Friends University to present Jazz Combo Showcase – Contraface Concert March 14
Wichita, KS- Friends University will present its Jazz Combo Showcase March 14 at 7:30 p.m. This year’s showcase will feature special guest artist, trumpet Pete Hittle. Hittle was a band director in Iowa for most of his career, but is currently living and playing trumpet in New Orleans and the surrounding area. There will also […]
‘Copacetic’ Senior Show Features Live Mural Painting at Final Friday Gallery Opening March 30
Wichita, KS- Friends University will sponsor a Final Friday reception for an exhibit titled “Copacetic.” It will feature artwork by Friends University seniors Tyler Bowers, Kerrick van Asselt, Sidney Harrison, Peyton Randolph and Graeham Jarvis. This event promises to deliver a unique experience as senior Graeham Jarvis will be performing a live mural painting at […]
Friends University’s Concert Choir to Present If Ye Love Me on Maundy Thursday March 29
Wichita, KS- The Friends University Concert Choir will present its spring program on Maundy Thursday March 29 at 7:30 p.m. in Sebits Auditorium, Riney Fine Arts Center. “The Concert Choir’s spring concert, ‘If Ye Love Me,’ will weave together music that encompasses the love of the Godhead for us with our love and adoration for […]