The History of Friends University
Christmas Candlelight Concert Televised
Kansas Public Television televised the annual Christmas Candlelight Concerts in December. A collection of ensembles including Friends University Singing Quakers, bands, orchestra and student dancers performed.
Televised Candlelight Concert
From December 23-25, Friends University’s Singing Quakers, bands, orchestra and student dancers hosted the annual Christmas Candlelight Concert off campus. The performance was televised on Kansas Public Television.
Our Next Act
In April 2022, Dr. Carey announced phase two of the RISE Up Capital Campaign: Our Next Act. This phase would seek to renovate and expand the Riney Fine Arts Center, starting off the $7 Million project with a $2 Million donation toward a new chapel.
RISE Up Capital Campaign Announced
In April 2022, Dr. Carey announced phase two of the RISE Up Capital Campaign: Our Next Act. This phase would seek to renovate and expand the Riney Fine Arts Center. The $7 Million project kicked off with a generous $2 Million donation toward a new chapel.
Engineering and Art Lab Groundbreaking
A groundbreaking ceremony was hosted for a Mechanical Engineering and Visual Art lab addition to the William Penn Science Building.
Senate Proclamation of 125th Anniversary of Friends
Dr. Carey, Board Chair, Thayne Thompson, Student Body President, Becker Truster, Director of Alumni Relations, Jessica Boone and Public Relations and Communication Manager, Laura Fuller witnessed the proclamation of Friends University’s 125th anniversary by the Kansas House and Senate at the state Capitol in Topeka in March.
Spain and Portugal Tour
In May of 2023, the Singing Quakers toured Spain and Portugal in May for nearly two weeks. The ensemble visited the beaches of Barcelona; the striking World Heritage Site and concert venue, Palau de la Música Catalana; the 16th century defense tower, Belém Tower; and performing throughout Madrid, Zaragoza, Salamanca..Read More
Riney Fine Arts Center Groundbreaking
A groundbreaking ceremony on June 29 celebrated the beginning of construction on the Riney Fine Arts Center.
Riney Fine Arts Center Ground Breaking Ceremony
A groundbreaking ceremony on June 29 celebrated the beginning of construction on the Riney Fine Arts Center.
Friends University Celebrates 125 Anniversary
On September 14, 2023, Friends University celebrated 125 years of history with a special ceremony that included greetings from Dr. Carey, Dr. James Bryan Smith, Board Chair, Dr. Thayne Thompson and special virtual greetings from Sen. Roger Marshall and Sen. Jerry Moran. The celebration also premiered a new video documentary..Read More
Riney Fine Arts Center Ribbon Cutting
On September 19, the university celebrated the grand unveiling of the new Riney Center with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. Hundreds were in attendance for the special program. The $7.8-million-dollar renovation, led by Shelden Architecture, Simpson Construction, and Hein Landscaping, included an expanded entrance, spacious art gallery, chapel addition, expanded black box..Read More