Friends University’s traditional undergraduate student enrollment continues to carry the momentum of record-breaking enrollment numbers from the last two years. Traditional undergraduate students typically include students between the ages of 18 and 23 years of age who have enrolled in college after graduating high school. Total traditional student enrollment which includes new students, returning students and transfer students saw a five percent increase from fall 2021. The fall 2022 semester sees over 1,000 students on campus with 856 traditional […]
Friends University presents the Concert Band’s opening season concert, Sept. 26
Wichita, Kan, – The Friends University Concert Band will present its opening season concert on Monday evening, Sept. 26, 2022. Conducted by Assistant Professor of Music Education and Director of Bands, Shawn M. Knopp, the concert will feature music by Gillingham, Barnes, O’Loughlin and Stalter. “We are excited to open our concert season with a […]
Friends University presents the Pulitzer Prize-winning drama, Rabbit Hole, Sept. 30 – Oct. 2
Wichita, Kan. – Friends University will present the Pulitzer Prize-winning play, Rabbit Hole Friday, Sept. 30 through Sunday, Oct. 2, 2022. David Lindsay-Abaire’s drama is filled with distinctive wit and grace. The story charts Becca and Howie Corbett’s bittersweet search for comfort after tragedy. It’s a complex narrative delving into navigating grief and family relations […]
Friends University celebrates $1 Million investment in technology, labs and cyber scholarships with Senator Jerry Moran
Friends University is pleased to celebrate a $1 Million investment in technology, labs and cyber scholarships with an open house at the Olive White Garvey Business and Technology Building (BTB) on Sept. 9 at 3 p.m. Senator Jerry Moran will be on hand to give remarks about the future of cyber security in Kansas and what support from the Department of Education could mean for both Butler […]
Faculty Fanfare to showcase Fine Arts faculty Sept. 8
Wichita, KS- Friends University’s Fine Arts faculty members will present a fanfare of performances as well showcase their artwork Thursday, Sept. 8, at 7:30 p.m. in Sebits Auditorium in the Riney Fine Arts Center. The exhibit and show are an opportunity for the community to experience the creative and diverse faculty members in Friends University’s […]
Adam Larson Jazz Trio Features National Talent in Free Performance Sept. 9
Wichita, KS- Friends University Jazz Department is excited to host nationally recognized Adam Larson and his jazz trio in a free concert Friday, Sept. 9, 2022 at 7 p.m. in Sebits Auditorium. “Adam Larson has been one of the brightest shooting stars of my generation,” said Friends University Jazz Director, Dr. Nick Schroeder. “For more […]
Friends University welcomes new faculty to campus
Friends University is pleased to welcome the following new faculty to campus this fall. Michael Ceramella Michael Ceramella is the new Assistant Professor of Finance. He holds a Juris Doctor from the University of Pennsylvania Law School and a Bachelor of Administration in Finance from Holy Cross College. Ceramella previously served as an attorney at Pepper, Hamilton and Scheetz and […]
Tarzia Khan’s Wildcats and Water First Friday Gallery Reception Set for Sept. 2
Wichita, Kan.– Friends University will host a First Friday gallery reception for artist, Tarzia Khan, Sept. 2 from 5-7 p.m. The in-person reception will take place in the Riney Fine Arts Gallery on the Friends University campus. Light refreshments will be served. The exhibit is titled Wildcats and Water. “I’ve painted many different subjects in […]
Meet new Friends University Jazz Faculty in concert, August 26
Wichita, Kan. – Friends University Jazz Department will present a live recital Friday, August 26, 2022 at 7:30 p.m. in Sebits Auditorium. The concert will showcase the Friends University Faculty Sextet consisting of jazz program director, Dr. Nick Schroeder (trumpet), Randy Zellers (guitar), John Goering (piano), Renea Abdallah (bass), Andy Slater (drums) and the most […]
Adult Enrollment Day scheduled for adult undergraduate and graduate students
Adults wishing to complete a bachelor’s or master’s degree are invited to attend the Friends University enrollment day on Tuesday, Aug. 2 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. either virtually or in-person at Fry and Woolman Hall. An RSVP is requested. Prospective adult undergraduate and graduate students can apply, enroll in classes, learn about financial […]