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The Kansas Wesleyan University Alumni Association has selected its annual award winners, individuals who bring particular honor to KWU. The recognition of these distinguished alumni and friends will take place from 12:45-2 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 16 as part of KWU’s Homecoming and Family Weekend. The Alumni Achievement Award winner is Olga Silverman ’13. Silverman is […]

After a year-long creative process, Kansas Wesleyan is scheduled to launch the new KWU.edu Wednesday, October 13. The new site will include increased video functionality, ease of use on mobile technologies and better accessibility throughout. A click-through virtual tour is also readily accessible on many pages of the site, making it easier for prospective students […]

Kansas Wesleyan’s DECA program has been on the rise for several years, and now, local groups are taking notice. The Schmidt Foundation, based in Hays, has made a $50,000 gift to KWU to establish the Schmidt Foundation Annual Scholarship. One of the qualifications will be...

Two pillars of the Salina business community have announced an exciting new partnership, as Mahaska and Kansas Wesleyan have joined forces. Mahaska will be the official beverage provider for KWU, and will sponsor both the KWU Exemplary Teacher Award and scholarship opportunities...

Tuesday evening will mark the beginning of a new musical season at Kansas Wesleyan, in more ways than one. The Department of Music will open its annual concert schedule with a 7:30 p.m. performance of the Wind Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble and String Orchestra. The event will also mark...

After cancelling the 2020 version of the event, Kansas Wesleyan is especially excited about its upcoming Homecoming and Family Weekend festivities, set for Oct. 15–17.  “We couldn’t be happier to have Homecoming returning,” said Claire Houk, KWU’s director of recruitment, alumni...

Preparations are well underway for Kansas Wesleyan's annual celebration of Constitution Day, which will be held on campus Friday, Sept. 17.  The day's recognition will be divided into two parts. From 11 a.m.–1 p.m. in the Student Activities Center, KWU students will be able to view...

With more than one month gone by in the 2021-22 academic year, Kansas Wesleyan has formally announced its newest faculty and staff members, along with a pair of promotions.   Two new department chairs joined KWU this summer, including the previously announced Dr. James McAllister,...

After one of the most notable years in school history, Kansas Wesleyan will celebrate the 135th anniversary of its founding Wednesday morning.  KWU comes off a 2020-21 school year that included three national championships in Debate and Forensics, two top-three finishers in...