A variety of ghosts, goblins, fairy princesses, superheroes and more will make their way to the annual Trick-or-Treat Off the Street event at Friends University from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 26. The event starts at Friends Village, 628 S. Hiram Ave. Children 12 and younger accompanied by their guardians will play games and […]
Friends University and Boeing have a long and successful history of partnering to bring educational opportunities to Boeing employees. Whether you’re interested in a bachelor’s degree or want to pursue a master’s, we understand the challenges of balancing home, career and school. We’re here to help you make the most of your Friends University experience. […]
Friends University presented Earnest Alexander and Jim Nagy with the Distinguished Alumni Award at Homecoming. The award recognizes outstanding contributions made by alumni whose personal and professional accomplishments are exemplary of the ideals and values of the University, including respect, inclusion, service and excellence. Earnest Alexander, 1979 graduate Born in Selma, Ala., Earnest Alexander and […]
Mark McCormick, executive director of The Kansas African American Museum, will discuss the book “Between the World and Me” by Ta-Nehisi Coates Oct. 19 at Friends University. The event is part of the Those Who Lead, Read program, a monthly speaker series that engages students and the Wichita community in a timely discussion about literacy […]
Wichita, Kan. – The Friends University Jazz Program is proud to present Kelley Hunt in concert, along with the university’s Jazz Vocal Ensemble and Jazz Big Band. The performance will take place on Monday, Oct. 23, at 7:30 p.m. in Sebits Auditorium in Riney Fine Arts Center. “Kelley Hunt has been a favorite musical artist […]
Wichita, Kan. – The Friends University Jazz Combo Showcase will feature Dave Glenn, former member of the Gerry Mulligan Big Band and Director of Jazz Studies at Whitman College in Washington. The performance will take place on Wednesday, Oct. 11, at 7:30 p.m. in Sebits Auditorium in Riney Fine Arts Building. “Dave is a wonderful […]
The Wichita Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (WHCC) has awarded Friends University its 2017 Community Partner Award. WHCC presents this award annually to an educational institution, a nonprofit organization or an individual who has contributed to the advancement of the Hispanic community. By granting this award to Friends University, the WHCC recognizes Friends University as an […]
Wichita, Kan. – Friends University will present the Fall Ballet, a historical look at dance from Europe to America. The performance takes place Friday, Oct. 6, and Saturday, Oct. 7, at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, Oct. 8, at 2 p.m. in Sebits Auditorium in the Riney Fine Arts Center. “When it comes to a performance, […]
Friends University’s Homecoming will be Friday, Oct. 6, through Sunday, Oct. 8, and will feature a variety of special events, including the Saturday Homecoming parade, carnival and football game. The Homecoming parade will take place at 1 p.m. Saturday, and the alumni tailgate and carnival will be from 1:30 to 3 p.m. Falcon Football will […]
Wichita, Kan. – Friends University will host a Final Friday reception featuring Friends University alumni. The reception will take place in the Riney Fine Arts Gallery in Riney Fine Arts Center Sept. 29 from 5-7 p.m. The artwork comprises of drawings, paintings, photography and more. “The art department and its faculty are an essential part […]