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Outstanding FHSU nursing graduates for fall 2019 recognized with Stroup Awards
Three graduates of Fort Hays State University’s Department of Nursing were recognized in a pinning ceremony with Leora B. Stroup Awards as outstanding fall......
MDC announces January 2020 workshops
The Management Development Center at Fort Hays State University will kick off its winter 2020 workshop series in January with two workshops – one on personal......
FHSU selects new dean after national search
Fort Hays State University announced today the selection of Dr. Grady Dixon as the new dean of the Peter Werth College of Science, Technology and Mathematics....
University to close for semester break; Sternberg Museum to remain open for regular winter hours
The Sternberg Museum of Natural History and the Kansas Wetlands Education Center will be the only two Fort Hays State University enterprises open during winter......
FHSU’s annual circuit of Scholarship Recognition Programs to begin Jan. 26 in Southwest Kansas
Garden City will be the first stop in the 2020 edition of Fort Hays State University’s three-state, 12-city Student Recognition program tour. ...
Fort Hays State technology teams take 4 firsts at regional TEECA competition
Teams from Fort Hays State University brought home first-place awards in four of the seven competitions at the recent Technology and Engineering Education......
Different goals, same kind of Fort Hays State success for twin Liberal sisters
Siblings – even twins – have different career goals. But Jenice Hernandez said she feels blessed that she followed her twin sister, Jasmine, to Fort Hays State......
Elkhart student – future teacher – primed to apply high standards set at Fort Hays State
Friday, Gonzales will cross the stage at Gross Memorial Coliseum, during Fort Hays State University’s first fall semester graduation, brimming with confidence.......
Former Hays resident returning to town to participate in Fort Hays State’s first fall graduation ceremony
When Matthew Kenwright began seriously thinking about pursuing a master’s degree, he chose Fort Hays State despite living four hours away....
FHSU’s Joshua Tanguay awarded grant
Joshua Tanguay, a lecturer of psychology at Fort Hays State University, was recently awarded a Midwest Energy Community Fund grant to provide training from Dr.......
Leadership students engage in service-activities in Xinzheng, China
More than 300 leadership studies students in Xinzheng, China, recently participated in a weekend event composed of community service-learning activities for a......
FHSU student Shawn Bush selected to present at national conference
Shawn Bush, a Glendale, Calif., graduate student in the Department of Advanced Education Programs in the College of Education at Fort Hays State University,......
FHSU Singers Place Regionally at the National Association of Teachers of Singing
Fort Hays State University students recently competed against over 400 singers in the West Central Region National Association of Teachers of Singing Students......
Toy-building event – just one example of Ruda’s legacy at Fort Hays State
A community event at Fort Hays State University has long been attended by entire families who volunteer to make wooden toys on the first Saturday in December....
Kansas Speaks 2019 survey of Kansas opinion includes Medicaid, guns and the new governor
Kansas Speaks Fall 2019, a survey on issues of importance and on the attitudes of Kansans about their state, was released today by the Docking Institute of......
Classroom visits provide key learning experience for future teachers at Fort Hays State
Tyra Hayden grew up in Ulysses in the southwestern corner of the state and hopes to teach in a rural Kansas community someday....
FHSU students turn in golden effort for local election
Student leaders involved in the “All In” campaign at Fort Hays State University have been rewarded for their perseverance in pursuit of a meaningful cause....
Fort Hays Singers return from snow-shortened fall concert tour
Dr. Terry Crull regards the recent fall 2019 tour of the Fort Hays Singers as a success even though they were snowed out of their first stop and had to end a......
Graduates signing up to walk at Fort Hays State’s first fall Commencement
Almost 450 graduates will cross the stage at Fort Hays State University’s first-ever fall commencement ceremony, which begins at 1 p.m. Friday, Dec. 13, in......
Fort Hays State partnerships create additional opportunities for students
Juniors and seniors from nearly 20 high schools across Kansas were all ears as Dillon Bell explained a partnership between Fort Hays State University and North......
FHSU’s toy building event in its 30th year
Most everyone, including children, can relate to SUVs these days, even if they aren’t sure what the acronym stands for....
Great Bend graduate student at Fort Hays State named to national post
Ashley Lockwood, a Great Bend graduate student at Fort Hays State University, was recently named the student representative for the American Society of......
Fort Hays State invites public to annual Christmas tree lighting on Dec. 3
Carolers, crafts and, of course, Santa Claus will gather with Fort Hays State University President Tisa Mason to officially begin the holiday season at 5:30......
Sponsor of Art Slam’s host organization gives high marks to Art Slam fundraiser
Art Slam, a community event featuring art in support of social issues hosted by a Department of Art student organization, Arts for Social Change, was rated a......
FHSU Foundation embarks on 2019 Campus Campaign
For many faculty and staff at Fort Hays State University, dedication goes far beyond the classroom and their Monday through Friday jobs. ...
New Center for Art and Design at Fort Hays State named for Bob and Pat Schmidt Foundation
Fort Hays State University’s stunning new Center for Art and Design will now carry Bob and Pat Schmidt’s name. The university received final Kansas Board of......
Western Kansas shark, now at Sternberg Museum, is new species
The chance discovery in Western Kansas of a fossil vertebra turned into an important and unique paleontological find – the remains of the first ever North......
FHSU’s Shotgun Team defends national championship
Fort Hays State University’s Shotgun Team successfully defended its national championship at the Scholastic Clay Target Program Nationals shoot in Marengo,......
Next Encore Series presentation features vocal virtuosity: “White Christmas” from M-PACT
The wonderful musical range of the human voice will be on full display at the next Encore Series performance at Fort Hays State University when the......
Nahid Anaraki brings home the best paper award from conference
Dr. Nahid Kalbasi Anaraki, assistant professor in Department of Economics, Finance and Accounting at Fort Hays State University, presented her paper on the......
Fort Hays State freshman thrilled with life-changing opportunities early in her college career
Emma Ellerbee, Hastings, Neb., found what she thought was the ideal part-time job in her first couple weeks in Hays, when she ran across an online ad for high......
FHSU’s Larry Gould recognized with alumni award from Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts
Dr. Larry Gould, chair of Fort Hays State University’s Department of Political Science, recently received the Outstanding Educator Award from the alumni......
Stramel awarded Noyce Sub-Grant for weather training project
Dr. Janet Stramel, associate professor of teacher education at Fort Hays State University, has been awarded a Noyce Sub-Grant to engage regional teachers and......
Entrepreneur Direct series to present higher education innovator Carolina Recchi
Carolina Recchi, a tech entrepreneur who is co-chief executive officer and co-founder of EdSights, will be the next speaker in the Entrepreneur Direct series......
Art Slam 2019 coming to new Center for Art and Design on Friday night
Art Slam, an evening of art, food, karaoke, poetry and more, will raise funds for a program for survivors of domestic violence and for a student art......
FHSU begins taking applications for new Master of Social Work program starting in 2020
Applications opened this fall for the new Master of Social Work program at Fort Hays State University, the latest initiative by the university to serve rural......
FHSU hosts 41st annual Math Relays
Fort Hays State University’s Department of Mathematics will host the 41st annual Math Relays on Thursday, Nov. 14....
FHSU’s Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders attends 60th KSHA conference
Six students and an instructor from Fort Hays State University were honored at the 60th annual Kansas Speech-Language-Hearing Association conference in Topeka. ...
Fort Hays State University to host its 8th Kansas Startup Weekend
Fort Hays State University will host its eighth Kansas Startup from Friday, Nov.15, to Sunday, Nov. 17....
Student voting at FHSU in 2018 mid-terms up 14 percent from 2014 mid-terms
Fort Hays State University recently reported that student voting on its campus was up in last year’s election, increasing to 40.2 percent in 2018 from a rate......
FHSU Virtual College earns rigorous distance learning quality certification
Fort Hays State University announced today that its online learning program, the FHSU Virtual College, has earned certification from the United States Distance......
Hays couple encourages exploration through gift to FHSU’s teacher education
Dr. Janet and Dean Stramel are travel enthusiasts with a passion for education. With a gift of $5,000, the couple is providing financial aid to Fort Hays State......
Fort Hays State to honor, celebrate service members, veterans on Saturday
The commanding officer of the Kansas Air National Guard, Brig. Gen. David Weishaar, will lead the guests of honor at Fort Hays State University’s Military......
Calling all businesses
The Kansas Small Business Development Center at Fort Hays State University, along with the U.S. Small Business Administration’s Wichita District, will host the......
FHSU students to perform big band jazz
The combined jazz ensembles of Fort Hays State University will perform in a concert of big band jazz in its annual Fall Jazz Concert at 7:30 p.m. Thursday,......
MDC connecting western Kansas businesses with meet-and-greet events
In an effort to connect western Kansas businesses, the Management Development Center at Fort Hays State University is hosting four meet-and-greet events in......
Midland Marketing gift supports FHSU’s Department of Agriculture
Midland Marketing firmly believes in supporting Fort Hays State University and the surrounding community, and the company’s new annual $1,000 Midland Marketing......
Encore Series presents modern mechanical circus marvel
Tickets are now on sale for Cirque Mechanics: “42FT – A Menagerie of Mechanical Marvels,” a performance of Fort Hays State University’s 2019-2020 Encore......
Fort Hays State to hold first fall Commencement Dec. 13
More than 300 graduates will cross the stage at Fort Hays State University’s first-ever fall commencement ceremony. The event begins at 1 p.m. Friday, Dec. 13,......
ACJA-LAE Region 3 Conference hosted at Fort Hays State University
Fort Hays State University’s Delta Tau Omega chapter of the national criminal justice association recently hosted a regional conference. ...
KWEC stargazing rescheduled for Nov.8
The Fort Hays State University Astronomy Club stargazing night at the Kansas Wetlands Education Center has been rescheduled for Friday, Nov. 8. ...
FHSU celebrates the Bickles and their support of the university
Don and Chris Bickle have long been known for their philanthropy and support of Fort Hays State University. A reception earlier this week in FHSU’s Center for......
Presidential Speaker Series to feature first female NFL official
Sarah Thomas is the first woman to officiate a major college football game, the first full-time female NFL game official and, in January this year, she became......
Plymouth Schoolhouse continues to remind people of Fort Hays State’s culture of persistence
Bricks-and-mortar education was the only choice for formal instruction back in the days of one-room schoolhouses. In today’s digital age, students can study......
National Science grant to Fort Hays State provides training for rural teachers
Dr. Janet Stramel, associate professor of teacher education, received a grant from the National Science Foundation to work with former FHSU Noyce Scholars who......
New professional development opportunities offered in November by FHSU’s MDC
The Management Development Center at Fort Hays State University will offer two professional development opportunities to the public throughout November as well......
Hays Symphony Orchestra presents 4th annual Halloween concert
Looking for a fun, free and educational Halloween celebration that people of all ages will enjoy? Join the Hays Symphony Orchestra at the upcoming Halloween......
FHSU opens Virtual Literacy Center
The Department of Teacher Education at Fort Hays State University has developed and opened the Virtual Literacy Center to make the highest quality, cutting......
FHSU’s chapter of PRSSA to attend conference in San Diego
Fort Hays State University’s chapter of the Public Relations Student Society of America will attend the 2019 PRSSA International Conference Oct. 18 to Oct. 22......
FHSU ranked best online college in Kansas, eight national top–10 rankings in September
Degree programs offered by Fort Hays State University through the FHSU Virtual College received a No. 1 ranking for the most affordable online college in......
Plainville to be last in fall 2019 series of free hearing screenings from FHSU
Plainville will be the last of three free hearing screenings, funded by the Kansas Masons, offered again this fall in western Kansas communities by Fort Hays......
FHSU Social Work joins GCCC centennial parade
Faculty from Fort Hays State University’s Department of Social Work and Victor E. Tiger participated in Garden City Community College’s centennial celebration......
Department of Music and Theatre presents Daniel Bukvich in next New Music Festival concert
The Department of Music and Theatre at Fort Hays State University will present the New Music Festival: An Evening of the Music of Daniel Bukvich at 7:30 p.m.,......
Psychology student to publish research
Research by a Fort Hays State University graduate student will be published in the Journal of Correctional Health Care....
Dr. Linda Feldstein presents with help from teacher candidates
Fort Hays State University’s Dr. Linda Feldstein, assistant professor of teacher education, recently presented at the Kansas Association of Middle School......
FHSU launches enhanced scholarship program
College-bound students will soon have another great reason to choose Fort Hays State University. Already the most affordable university in the region, the......
FHSU’s national champion Meyer inspiring younger athletes
He won a national championship the final race of his standout collegiate career. Now, Brett Meyer is inspiring other Fort Hays State University runners to set......
FHSU alumni return home to make gift to Forsyth Library
Larry and Lyn Fenwick started out as high school sweethearts who married their freshman year at Fort Hays State University. The couple was back on campus this......
Venue changes for Fort Hays State Homecoming
The unseasonably cold weather has forced the change of locations for two of Fort Hays State University’s Homecoming events....
FHSU to celebrate 40 years with the Plymouth Schoolhouse
Fort Hays State University’s College of Education will celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Plymouth Schoolhouse moving to FHSU’s campus during Homecoming......
FHSU Center for Entrepreneurship to host “Women Entrepreneurship Week” panel
Fort Hays State University’s Center for Entrepreneurship will host a local women business owners panel on Tuesday, Oct. 22, from 12 to 1:15 p.m. in the......
FHSU Alumni Association announces honorees for Homecoming 2019
Eight alumni and friends of Fort Hays State University will be honored at the Alumni Awards and Recognition Banquet on Oct. 11 during 2019 Homecoming weekend. ...
New initiatives enhance FHSU experience for graduate counseling students
A new organization at Fort Hays State University will enable master's counseling students to network and collaborate across campus and the internet. The new......
Ribbon cutting will open new Kansas Army National Guard office at Fort Hays State University
The Kansas Army National Guard will mark the opening of a new office on the campus of Fort Hays State University with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 1 p.m.......
KWEC to host FHSU astronomy club
Join the Fort Hays State University Astronomy Club at the Kansas Wetlands Education Center from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 18, for an evening of night......
Innovators conference to be held at FHSU
The Kansas Small Business Development Center will host the Rural and Independent Innovators Conference at Fort Hays State University from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.......
Dedication of FHSU’s new art and design building set for Homecoming weekend
The 43,000-square-foot Center for Art and Design was finished in August, just in time for the start of classes this fall, and FHSU's Karrie Simpson Voth, chair......
FHSU student giving back in honor of her sister
Fort Hays State University student Holly Linenberger learned a lot about helping children during her high school days, but now she has a personal tie to a......
FHSU announces Homecoming royalty finalists
Fort Hays State University has selected its 2019 Homecoming royalty finalists....
US Air Force Academy band to perform at FHSU
The Falconaires jazz ensemble, part of the United States Air Force Academy Band, will perform a free concert at Fort Hays State University at 7 p.m. Monday,......
FHSU receives largest single grant in its history to advance healthcare services in rural Kansas
A program and a goal of increasing the number of advanced nursing practitioners in rural Kansas communities have helped the Department of Nursing at Fort Hays......
Fort Hays State welcomes Amidon and Noble
Fort Hays State University welcomes two new hires, Dr. Kevin Amidon as director of the Honors College and Dr. Donnette Noble as Voss Distinguished Professor of......
Annual majors and graduate programs fair approaching at FHSU
Fort Hays State University's Academic Advising and Career Exploration Center will host its 11th annual come-and-go Majors and Graduate Programs Fair from 11......
October professional development workshops
The Management Development Center at FHSU will offer three professional development opportunities to the public this October....
History commentary written by emeritus history professor Dr. Raymond Wilson
Dr. Raymond Wilson, professor emeritus of history and former chair of the History Department, wrote an invited commentary for “Spirit of the Indian Warrior,”......
Phi Delta Theta fraternity starting on campus
Phi Delta Theta, an international fraternity, is establishing a new group on Fort Hays State University’s campus this semester. ...
Fort Hays State University announces 534 summer graduates
A total of 534 students completed associate, bachelor’s or graduate degrees at Fort Hays State University in the summer 2019 term....
Science and Mathematics Education Institute accepted into the 100Kin10 network
FHSU's Science and Mathematics Education Institute will join a national effort to increase the national teaching pool of qualified STEM teachers. FHSU’s SMEI......
Donors provide $310,000 in scholarships for Robbins College of Business and Entrepreneurship Students
Adding up to just over $310,000 in support from donors, 274 scholarships were awarded to business students for the 2019-2020 academic year at Fort Hays State......
New music series at FHSU to honor influential music couple
Twenty-five years after she defected from the Soviet Union, Luba Edlina Dubinsky met and mentored a doctoral piano student who is now an associate professor of......
Employer application deadline Oct. 1 for Hansen interns
Applications are still open for employers in northwest Kansas to apply for a spring or summer intern from Fort Hays State University through the FHSU/Dane G.......
With Honors College and flags, student finds strength to stretch her boundaries at FHSU
Lailah Collins didn’t think she would have time for one of her favorite extracurricular activities in college....
Discovering wild medicine and foods on the Kansas prairie
Join the Kansas Wetlands Education Center at 2 p.m. on Sunday, October 6, for the Wild Foods and Medicine from the Cheyenne Bottoms Area: A plant hike field......
New York musician to perform at FHSU
Pete Zimmer, a New York based jazz drummer, will perform at Fort Hays State University’s Beach/Schmidt Performing Arts Center at 8 p.m. Monday, Sept. 23. ...
New season of live theatre comes to the Fort Hays State stage on Oct. 3
A season of comedy is planned for the 2019-20 season of theatre at Fort Hays State University, beginning Oct. 3 with “The Drowsy Chaperone,” a parody of......
FHSU graduate students to perform jazz recital
A Fort Hays State University jazz quartet featuring three graduate students from China and an FHSU instructor will perform a recital at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct.......
Fort Hays State earns top-5 national ranking
Fort Hays State University, with almost a third of its enrollment over the age of 25, has been recognized for being among the best four-year colleges in the......
Hays symphony season opener
Mark your calendars now for the Hays Symphony’s season opener with new director Brian Buckstead at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 21, in Fort Hays State......
Meeting the needs of rural communities now extends to elementary education
Extreme teacher shortages are hurting schools all across America. This alarming trend is especially acute in rural areas. Many professionals living in rural......
KWEC offers "World Shorebirds Day" program to area students
Fort Hays State University’s Kansas Wetlands Education Center has partnered with The Nature Conservancy to offer a “World Shorebirds Day” program to area......
Russell to be first in fall 2019 series of free hearing screenings from FHSU
Russell will be the first of three free hearing screenings, funded by the Kansas Masons, offered again this fall in Western Kansas communities by Fort Hays......
2 FHSU students to travel to West Africa through IRES grant
Two Fort Hays State University students traveled to Douala, Cameroon, on the west coast of Africa to conduct geoscience research through an International......
FHSU Foundation appoints eight new members to board of trustees
The Fort Hays State University Foundation recently appointed eight new members to its Board of Trustees: Joe Bain, Paul Kitzke, Jamie Kuehl, Don Reif Jr.,......
Students mentoring students stretches boundaries of learning at Fort Hays State
Two Fort Hays State University students are taking advantage of the philosophy, “To teach is to learn twice.” Drake Kee and Wyatt Engel began the fall semester......
Military student specialist named NASPA rising star
Kelsi Broadway, military student success specialist for the Fort Hays State University Virtual College, was named a 2019 NASPA IV-West Rising Star. ...
Voss leadership scholars for 2019-20 at Fort Hays State
The Department of Leadership Studies at Fort Hays State University has selected its 2019-2020 scholars for the Voss Advanced Leadership Undergraduate......
Robbins Ambassador scholarship recipients announced
The W.R. and Yvonne Robbins College of Business and Entrepreneurship at Fort Hays State University has selected Abbie Schneider, Chappell, Neb., and Avary......
FHSU earns 10 national top-10 rankings in July & August
Degree programs offered by Fort Hays State University through its FHSU Virtual College received 10 top-10 recognitions, including a No. 1 and six top-five......
Hays Symphony envisions an exciting season
The orchestra is about to open the new season with a new name, new conductor and a new theme. The Hays Symphony Orchestra is now the Hays Symphony, and the......
Haag to join TILT as training specialist
Latisha Haag joined the Teaching Innovation and Learning Technologies staff at Fort Hays State University as the new faculty development training specialist. ...
Welcome to Hays, Fort Hays State students
In somewhat of a surprising scene Tuesday night, only a handful of 300-plus college students gathered in the Downtown Pavilion were on their cell phones. And......
Dr. Jacqueline Lubin presents at international conference
Fort Hays State University’s Dr. Jacqueline Lubin, assistant professor in the Department of Advanced Education Programs, presented at the Council for......
Department chair to focus on rural impact in teacher education
Dr. Chris Jochum, chair of the Department of Teacher Education at Fort Hays State University, was recently appointed to a position on the board of directors......
Hays youth orchestra to begin season
The Hays Youth Orchestra’s fall season will start up at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 7, in Fort Hays State University’s Malloy Hall for an orientation......
FHSU management development center presents fall workshop series
The Management Development Center at Fort Hays State University will begin its fall series of workshops with Excel and CliftonStrengths. ...
New art and design building enhances creativity at Fort Hays State
Thomas Giebler’s eyes were as bright as the light flooding in from the massive panes of glass as he gave a tour of the new art and design building at Fort Hays......
FHSU fills need for teachers in rural areas
Cayla Steinert’s interest in science started at a young age. Her road to becoming a biology teacher got a boost last spring when she was named a Noyce scholar......
Fort Hays State University’s Journey campaign reaches $88 million
Fort Hays State University and the FHSU Foundation announced today that their five-year capital campaign has raised $88 million toward its $100 million goal to......
FHSU alumnus creates scholarship for pre-law students
Don Reif Jr., a 1982 FHSU graduate, has established a scholarship at Fort Hays State University for students studying political science with an emphasis in......
Allied health faculty member, student represent Kansas at national educational symposium
A Fort Hays State University student was selected to accompany an FHSU faculty member this year at the American Society of Radiologic Technologists educational......
Update on FHSU’s $100 million Journey campaign to highlight a student story
Join Fort Hays State University faculty, staff, students and Tiger fans for an update to Fort Hays State University’s $100 million Journey campaign at 2 p.m.......
Business, communications faculty at FHSU publish study of campus diversity
A study by three Fort Hays State University professors and a former faculty member found that diversity on college campuses exerts a positive influence on......
Kansas Academy of Mathematics and Science to hold fall 2019 information sessions
High-achieving high school students who have high ambitions, and their families, are invited to meet with staff from Fort Hays State University’s Kansas......
FHSU after the storm: Moving in and pitching in
Wednesday was move-in day for freshman students in the learning communities at Fort Hays State University. They got a taste of the culture of their new......
Dr. Grady Dixon named President's Distinguished Scholar at Fort Hays State
Dr. Grady Dixon, professor of geosciences and interim dean of the Peter Werth College of Science, Technology and Mathematics, was announced today as the 2019......
Fort Hays State weathers storm, open for business
Last night’s storm caused significant damage on campus and in Hays, but crews worked all night and Fort Hays State University is open today and ready to......
Hays Symphony invites kids to help conduct concert of movie music
Before the formal opening of its 2019-20 season, the Hays Symphony at Fort Hays State University is inviting youths to help conduct the orchestra during its......
FHSU’s Jason Harper presents in the United Kingdom on administrative work
Fort Hays State University’s Jason Harper, senior lecturer and international coordinator for the Departments of English, Global Business English, Computer......
Stephanie Muth selected for Higher Ed advisory board
Fort Hays State University’s Stephanie Muth, instructor of teacher education, was recently selected to serve on the advisory board for Driver Education with......
Fort Hays State professor provides analysis for media organizations
Dr. Christopher Olds, assistant professor of political science at Fort Hays State University, was recently asked to provide media analysis on why Latino......
FHSU to co-sponsor free cybersecurity awareness training
The Kansas Small Business Development Center at Fort Hays State University and Dallas Haselhorst are co-sponsoring free cybersecurity awareness training next......
Breit receives Van Hoisington Faculty of Distinction Award
FHSU's Dr. Emily Breit, associate professor of finance, was recently selected to receive the Van Hoisington Faculty of Distinction Award for the 2019-2020......
Blackmon building his future on Tiger family tradition
Attending Fort Hays State University is a family tradition for Isaiah Blackmon. So even when contemplating a change in majors, he knew he would continue his......
Music camp shows FHSU's commitment to youth education
It began as a training ground at Fort Hays State University for young western Kansas band students back in the 1940s, and it’s still going strong as one of the......
Employer application open for Hansen interns from FHSU
Businesses and organizations in northwest Kansas can now apply for a fall, spring or summer intern from Fort Hays State University through the FHSU/Dane G.......
Dr. Robb Scott presents at educational conference
Dr. Robb Scott recently presented a session at the 2019 Strategies for Educational Improvement Summer Conference....
Encore Series at FHSU announces lineup for 39th season
A wonderful variety of musicals, plays, dance and instrumental music make up the 2019-2020 season of the Encore Performing Arts Series at Fort Hays State......
KWEC plans party to greet Perseids falling to Earth
The Perseid Meteor Shower is coming, and the Kansas Wetlands Education Center is planning a party to greet it....
Former Regent Joe Bain named new FHSU general counsel
Former Kansas Regent Joe Bain has been named the new general counsel of Fort Hays State University....
FHSU Department of Social Work renews accreditation
The social work program at Fort Hays State University has earned re-accreditation for eight years from the Council on Social Work Education....
FHSU faculty, student present in Washington, D.C.
A Fort Hays State University dean, a professor, and a Noyce Scholar student recently presented at the 2019 Noyce Summit in Washington, D.C....
Moody, Becking earn ISTE certification
Dr. Robert Moody and Dr. Suzie Becking have earned recognition as Certified Educators from the International Society for Technology in Education....
FHSU’s Dr. Gary Andersen accepts editor position
Fort Hays State University’s Dr. Gary Andersen, assistant professor of advanced education, has accepted the position of co-editor for the Association of......
FHSU’s Dr. Ginger Loggins receives Visiting Professor grant
Fort Hays State University’s Dr. Ginger Loggins, assistant professor of informatics, recently received a $4,250 Scripps Howard Foundation Visiting Professors......
FHSU’s 2019 Homecoming theme announced
‘Unleash the Tigers’ is the theme for Fort Hays State University’s 2019 Homecoming. ...
Fort Hays State University announces spring 2019 graduates
A total of 2,273 students completed associate, bachelor’s or graduate degrees at Fort Hays State University in the spring 2019 semester....
Three new board of director members
The Fort Hays State University Alumni Association Board of Directors has announced the addition of three new board members for the 2019-20 fiscal year. ...
William and Anita Lusk Faculty of Distinction awarded to FHSU’s Dr. Karen Thal
Dr. Karen Thal, assistant professor of tourism and hospitality management in applied business studies at Fort Hays State University, recently received the......
Dane G. Hansen Foundation supports industrial robotics at FHSU
A grant of $22,000 from Logan’s Dane G. Hansen Foundation provided the final funding piece that enabled the Department of Applied Technology at Fort Hays State......
FHSU earns 5 No. 1 rankings in June
Degree programs offered by Fort Hays State University through its FHSU Virtual College received five No. 1 rankings, six top-10 national recognitions and......
Dr. Janet Stramel elected as KATM President
Fort Hays State University’s Dr. Janet Stramel, associate professor of teacher education, was recently elected to serve as president of the Kansas Association......
Outstanding FHSU nursing graduates for spring 2019 recognized at nurse pinning ceremony
Outstanding spring 2019 graduates were recently awarded Leora B. Stroup Awards by the Department of Nursing at Fort Hays State University at a pre-Commencement......
FHSU researchers get grant to develop online training for teachers
An assistant professor of education and colleagues at Fort Hays State University have been awarded a $476,015 grant from the National Science Foundation to......
FHSU graduate awarded fellowship
Amy Hammett, a spring 2019 graduate of Fort Hays State University with a Master of Science in special education – gifted, will spend this summer at the......
FHSU Bachelor of Social Work students inducted into National Honor Society
Ten Fort Hays State University Bachelor of Social Work students were recently inducted into the Epsilon Omicron Chapter of the Phi Alpha National Social Work......
Paper by 2 former FHSU professors receives award at international conference
Two former Fort Hays State University professors attended the recent Global Conference on Business and Finance in San Jose, Costa Rica, where their......
Local students named to spring 2019 Deans Honor Roll at Fort Hays State University
Deans at Fort Hays State University have named 1,668 students to the Deans Honor Roll for the spring 2019 semester. ...
Unique new FHSU degree will allow students credit for military experience
When he enlisted in the Tennessee National Guard in 1999, uppermost in Fred Mize’s mind was serving his country. Now a master sergeant, he is thinking about......
FHSU president welcomes Chinese students
Fort Hays State University President Tisa Mason and Victor E. Tiger greeted a group of visiting Chinese students from global partner Shenyang Normal University......
FHSU earns 7 national top-10 rankings in May
Degree programs offered by Fort Hays State University through its FHSU Virtual College received seven top-10 national recognitions along with several other......
Time to strike up the Hays City Band for the summer 2019 season
Tonight’s performance by the Hays City Band will be the first of three in the summer season....
FHSU’s Management Development Center to offer two workshops in June
The Management Development Center at Fort Hays State University is kicking off its summer workshop series with two popular workshops in June: “CliftonStrengths......
Registration still open for FHSU’s 73rd High Plains Music Camp coming July 14-20
Jazz saxophonist Dave Pietro, a gifted performer, composer and teacher, will headline the 2019 High Plains Music Camp the 73rd in the series founded in 1947....
University police officer completes basic training course
Fort Hays State University Police Officer Eric Gerard successfully completed the Police Officer’s Basic Training Course at the Kansas Law Enforcement Training......
KWEC to offer summer STEM camp in June
Fort Hays State University’s Kansas Wetlands Education Center is offering a three-day science, technology, engineering and mathematics camp this summer, June......
Recipients of the Torch, Lighthouse, Pilot and Navigator awards announced at the 2019 graduate and faculty reception.
A student from Beloit, Remington Behrends, was named last night as the winner of Fort Hays State University’s Torch Award as the outstanding graduating senior......
Opening up, becoming involved, and finding family: Melanie Arellano-Luna
Melanie Arellano-Luna, Kansas City, a 2014 graduate of Bishop Ward High School, is graduating with a Bachelor of Social Work with a minor in Spanish and a......
From wallflower to extrovert, and the value of perseverance: Morgan Schremmer
Morgan Schremmer, Hays, a 2012 graduate of Victoria High School, is graduating with a Bachelor of Arts in English (writing)....
Learning to appreciate the personal relationships: Baron Green
Baron Green, Oberlin, a 2014 graduate of Decatur Community High School in Oberlin, is graduating with a Bachelor of Business Administration in accounting......
Strong family ties to FHSU for nursing graduate
Ruth Zohner is as proud as they come while talking about her alma mater. But it doesn’t get much better than this week for Zohner, a 1969 graduate of Fort Hays......
Impact of FHSU online education reaches far and wide
After failing to make the grade in college 20 years ago, Josh Fitkin has come full circle with a perfect 4.0 grade-point average – and a master’s degree....
FHSU librarian to attend Librarians Active Learning Institute
Robyn Hartman, information and digital literacy librarian at Fort Hays State University’s Forsyth Library, has been accepted to attend the Librarians Active......
Alumni Association announces nominees for 2019’s Torch, Pilot & Lighthouse Awards
Nominees for three top awards have been announced by the Fort Hays State University Alumni Association....
Lynn Haggard Library Research Award has first winner
Fort Hays State University recently held its first ceremony and ribbon cutting for the Lynn Haggard Undergraduate Library Research Award. The winner of the......
Finding satisfaction in doing the hard work: Elijah Malik Dean
Elijah Malik Dean, Wichita, a 2014 graduate of Wichita South High School and a transfer student from Colby Community College, is graduating with a Bachelor of......
Opening up, speaking out, pushing through: Danea Buschkoetter
Danea Buschkoetter, Holdrege, Neb., a 2014 graduate of Blue Hill High School, Blue Hill, Neb., is graduating with a Bachelor of Science in technology studies......
FHSU Honors College welcomes fifth class of new members
The Honors College at Fort Hays State has selected 42 new students for the 2019-20 academic year....
FHSU president issues statement of thanks to Legislature for FY 2020 funding
The Kansas Legislature has approved a budget that provides $50.8 million for the Kansas Board of Regents for the budget year that begins July 1....
FHSU’s Ag Day brings hundreds to campus
A live cow milking demonstration and baby chicks were featured at Fort Hays State University’s Collegiate Farm Bureau’s recent annual Ag Day where about 350......
FHSU CSD NSSLHA chapter earns Gold Chapter Honors
The National Student Speech-Language-Hearing Association chapter in Fort Hays State University’s Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders earned Gold......
CSD Department provides warning signs, tips for Better Speech, Hearing Month
With speech and language disorders ranking among the most common disabilities in children, Fort Hays State University’s Herndon Speech-Language-Hearing Clinic......
2019 KAMS/AMS graduating class largest ever
More than 40 high school seniors were honored at Saturday’s ninth annual completion ceremony of Kansas’ premier early college program for high school juniors......
KAMS graduate: Opportunities abound at FHSU
Brady Stephenson didn’t have a lot of extra time to spend with his family Saturday afternoon....
FHSU earns a No. 1 and 5 national top-10 rankings in April
Degree programs offered by Fort Hays State University through the FHSU Virtual College received a No. 1 ranking for the best online degrees in Kansas and six......
FHSU COMMENCEMENT, SPRING 2019
For the third year in a row, more than 4,000 graduates will cross the stage during Fort Hays State University ‘s spring commencement ceremonies. To accommodate......
12 students to receive Noyce Scholarship
Twelve science and math students at Fort Hays State University have been awarded the National Science Foundation’s Noyce Scholarship for the upcoming school......
Online student to present research on electoral college, swing states
Jonathan Clayton, a Fort Hays State University Virtual College student, was accepted to present his research, “What Makes a State Swing?,” at the quarterly......
At your service: LDRS 310 Fort Hays State students
Caden Frank came to Fort Hays State University planning to focus on pre-engineering coursework....
FHSU tourism students show hospitality by hosting event
In celebration of National Travel and Tourism Week, Fort Hays State University’s tourism and hospitality management program helped coordinate a Tourism Expo......
Jenna Radtke has busy second year of graduate school
Jenna Radtke, Bejou, Minn. (56516), graduate assistant in the Academic Advising and Career Exploration Center has had a busy second year of graduate study that......
FHSU celebrates scholarly and creative activities day
Over 100 posters were exhibited and over 840 students, faculty and community members participated as presenters or attendees at Fort Hays State University’s......
Fort Hays State University announces new provost
Fort Hays State University is pleased to announce the selection of Dr. Jill Arensdorf, current chair of the university’s Department of Leadership Studies, as......
Dr. Pauline Scott and students present at national conference
Fort Hays State University’s Dr. Pauline Scott, professor of English, and graduate students Stacie Rupp, Vanessa Schumacher and Karel Webster presented their......
Lynn Haggard Library Research Award ceremony and ribbon cutting
Join the Fort Hays State University community at 3 p.m. on Monday, May 6, on the main floor of Forsyth Library to celebrate the first award winner of the Lynn......
Fascination with 16th-century Spaniards, pirates leads professor to research on supply chains
State-of-the-art supply chain and logistics best-practices can trace their origins to the Spanish monarchy that established dominance in the Caribbean and......
Symphony season concludes in “suicides”
The Hays Symphony Orchestra will conclude its 2018-2019 season with two vastly different works connected only by the idea of suicide, Tchaikovsky’s Sixth......
FHSU track coach published for javelin technique
Dr. Andreas Maheras, coach for the Fort Hays State University track team, was published in Techniques for T&F, an official publication of the U.S. Track......
Faculty to be honored at reception on May 2 for promotion and granting of tenure
Promotions and granting of tenure for faculty at Fort Hays State University will be celebrated at 3 p.m. Thursday, May 2, in the Memorial Union’s Black and......
Annual technology education fair on tap at FHSU
The 60th annual Western Kansas Technology Education Fair is set for Friday, May 3, at Fort Hays State University’s Gross Memorial Coliseum....
Clounch elected to NASPA office
Dr. Teresa Clounch, assistant vice president for student affairs at Fort Hays State University, was elected as the NASPA IV-West regional director elect. ...
CSD faculty and staff present at annual CAPCSD meeting in San Diego
Two Fort Hays State University communication sciences and disorders professors and two CSD program specialists recently attended the annual meeting of the......
FHSU’s honor society in English receives 2 awards at international convention
Fort Hays State University’s Sigma Tau Delta-International English Honor Society-Rho Psi Chapter received two prestigious awards at the recent Sigma Tau Delta......
FHSU Theatre presents “Significant Other”
“Significant Other,” an American play by Joshua Harmon, will be presented at Fort Hays State University’s Felten-Start Theatre tonight and Saturday....
Kaytee Wisley selected as Truman Scholarship finalist
Kaytee Wisley, a junior in Fort Hays State University’s Honors College, was recently selected as a Truman Scholarship finalist. ...
FHSU students have design on success
Rayvon Lewis might have been the most surprised person in the room when his name was announced as the 2019 Pencil Project Award winner Monday evening at the......
For FHSU grad Tuan Huynh, nurturing talent is part of the dream
For 25 years now, one of the largest advertising companies on the planet, Leo Burnett Worldwide, has been sending people to Fort Hays State University to......
Chicago advertising firm creates significant opportunities for FHSU students
Her message was simple, but inspiring nonetheless. “This year is about meaningful impact,” Kerri Soukup told a group of 25 Fort Hays State University graphic......
Dr. Raymond Wilson publishes film reviews of movie about Charles Eastman
Fort Hays State University’s Dr. Raymond Wilson, professor emeritus of history, wrote two film review essays of “Ohiyesa: The Soul of an Indian.” ...
FHSU TEECA earns two championships, two awards at national conference
Fort Hays State University’s chapter of the Technology and Engineering Education Collegiate Association won two national championships and a runner up finish......
Tourism and hospitality students inducted into honor society
Tourism and hospitality management students at Fort Hays State University were recently inducted into the Eta Sigma Delta Honor Society....
Fort Hays State rodeo team: When you fall, get back up and try again
Winning – and losing – in rodeo can happen in a matter of seconds. The same holds true in life, say Fort Hays State University students and graduates....
FHSU students express gratitude for donors at awareness day event
Over 250 current Fort Hays State University students stopped by the Robbins Center, home of the FHSU Foundation – the fundraising arm of the university, to......
FHSU professor honored at FATE conference
Amy Schmierbach, professor of art and design at Fort Hays State University, was honored with the Master Educator Award at the recent Foundations in Art Theory......
UAB to host carnival for the community
A spring carnival will take over the Gross Memorial Coliseum parking lot during the evening of Saturday, April 27, courtesy of Fort Hays State University’s......
Honors College student awarded prestigious scholarship
A Fort Hays State Honors College student, Taylor Tustin, was recently awarded the prestigious Mid-America Athletic Training Association Professional......
Dr. Janet Stramel leads keynote session at conference in United Kingdom
Fort Hays State University’s Dr. Janet Stramel, associate professor of teacher education, spoke at the recent Association of Teachers of Mathematics conference......
Shotgun team celebrates pinnacle season
The last time a Fort Hays State University team finished a season as undefeated national champions, Austin Svoboda was a toddler who hadn’t yet celebrated his......
Art sale to highlight ribbon cutting for collaborative effort between FHSU and DSNWK
Artwork produced from a collaborative effort among Fort Hays State University students and clients of Developmental Services of Northwest Kansas will be on......
FHSU to host annual John Heinrichs Scholarly and Creative Activities Day
Students and faculty will participate in the 14th annual John Heinrichs Scholarly and Creative Activities Day, hosted by Fort Hays State University, on......
FHSU’s Dr. Leo Herrman elected president of Kansas Association of Masters in Psychology
Fort Hays State University’s Dr. Leo Herrman, associate professor of psychology, was elected president of the Kansas Association of Masters in Psychology at......
University police officer honored for saving girl from possible injury
The FrostFest Parade in downtown Hays is part of magical time in early December. Folks from near and far brave the cold to watch the lighted floats pass them......
Fort Hays State University Foundation to award 7 scholarships at Student Awareness Day
The seventh annual Student Awareness Day will be hosted by the Fort Hays State University Foundation from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Wednesday, April 17, in FHSU’s......
Link to audio, video from FHSU news conference on Fields Estate gift
Three audio/video clips are available on Google drive from today’s news conference at Fort Hays State University on the $20 million estate of Earl and Nonie......
Heimerman: FHSU’s Renaissance man
Most college students don’t paint a self-portrait of themselves getting punched in the face, but Layke Heimerman isn’t your ordinary college student....
Mandy Kern named rising star for programming at KWEC
Mandy Kern, program specialist at Fort Hays State University’s Kansas Wetlands Education Center, was awarded the Connie Elpers Rising Star Award at the 2019......
FHSU Department of Mathematics well represented at state conference
Seven faculty members and five students from the Fort Hays State University Department of Mathematics attended the recent Kansas Section Meeting of the......
Belleville to be last in spring 2019 series of free hearing screenings from Fort Hays State
Belleville will be the last of three free hearing screenings, funded by the Kansas Masons, offered again this spring in western Kansas communities by Fort Hays......
FHSU’s Encore Series to present JigJam: Live from Ireland
JigJam, a multi-award winning quartet from the heart of the midlands in Ireland, will be the final performance of the 2018-2019 Encore Series season at Fort......
FHSU rodeo and Easter weekend this year
Bronc Rumford has become a pro at improvising over the years....
Fort Hays State announces the largest single gift in university history
Memories of Earl and Nonie Field, and their gift to Fort Hays State University – the largest gift in university history – were celebrated today in a news......
High school art exhibition returning to FHSU campus
Approximately 1,100 students from 67 schools are expected for the Fort Hays State University Department of Art and Design’s 45th annual High School Art......
Trent Rose joins staff of FHSU Alumni Association as communications coordinator
The Fort Hays State University Alumni Association has welcomed Trent Rose to its staff as the communications coordinator. ...
2019 outstanding undergraduate scholars recently announced at FHSU
Four Fort Hays State University undergraduate students were recently recognized as 2019 Outstanding Undergraduate Scholars for their exemplary scholarly......
Fort Hays State professor published in peer-reviewed interdisciplinary journal
Dr. Christopher Olds, assistant professor in the department of political science at Fort Hays State, was published in Research in Social Change....
FHSU Management Development Center to offer 2 public workshops in May
Two workshops, one on managing conflict and one on design, will be offered by the Management Development Center at Fort Hays State University in May....
Field Estate gift to Fort Hays State to be announced at news conference Thursday
The public is invited to Fort Hays State University at 10 a.m. Thursday, April 11, when the largest single gift ever made to the university is announced at a......
Local students among VIP Student Ambassadors named at Fort Hays State
Local students are among the 25 who will serve as VIP Student Ambassadors for the 2019-2020 academic school year at Fort Hays State University. ...
Teacher education faculty present at national accreditation conference
Dr. Chris Jochum, chair of the Department of Teacher Education at Fort Hays State University, Dr. Valerie Zelenka, associate professor of teacher education,......
Fort Hays State provides campus visits for students early in their high school careers
About three years ago, the Kansas State Board of Education adopted an Individual Plan of Study for every student, beginning in the middle grades, as an aid to......
Greek Week: More than just fun and games at Fort Hays State
Students in Greek life at Fort Hays State University are more than happy to work for a good cause....
FHSU historians make presentations at state conference
The Department of History at Fort Hays State University presented seven papers at the 2019 Kansas Association of Historians Conference in Manhattan. ...
Cottonwood Festival brings music, instruments from Baroque era to life in Hays
Lovers of chamber music all over Western Kansas can indulge their passion at the Cottonwood Music Festival, 7:30 p.m. Friday, April 12, at the First......
Olliff Family Symposium to address fostering good mental health among students of all ages
Anyone who is interested in the mental health and well-being of students, pre-kindergarten through college, is invited to a day-long symposium on Friday, April......
Berkeley professor to speak on FHSU campus
Dr. Stephen Wolf, professor of liberal arts at Berkeley College, New York, will sit on a multi-disciplinary panel discussion hosted at Fort Hays State......
Winners announced in Fort Hays State University Faulkner Challenge business plan competition
A team of four Fort Hays State University students won the $6,000, first-place Faulkner Challenge business plan prize at the university last weekend....
Politics of “Doctor Who” find way into FHSU professor’s essay
With the opportunity to write about the television show “Doctor Who” and tie it in with historical and political perspectives, one Fort Hays State University......
Big spaces in “Figaro” bring special challenges for set creator, crew at Felten-Start
Four acts. Four different locations – Figaro’s quarters, the countess’s boudoir, a banquet hall, and a garden. A cast of 27, not counting stage manager and......
FHSU Management Development Center to offer 2 workshops in April
Two workshops focusing on accountability and technology tips in business will be offered by Fort Hays State University’s Management Development Center in April....
FHSU to host Parkinson’s Disease awareness event
Fort Hays State University’s College of Health and Behavioral Sciences in conjunction with the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders will host......
FHSU earns 7 national top-10 rankings in February & March
Degree programs offered by Fort Hays State University through its FHSU Virtual College received seven top-10 recognitions along with other rankings in February......
Jazz ensembles to perform at spring concert
The Fort Hays State University Jazz Ensembles will host a concert at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 18, at Beach/Schmidt Performing Arts Center as well as at......
Kansas Wetlands Education Center to celebrate Earth Day with Biosphere Blockparty
A variety of crafts, workshops and fun – the Biosphere Blockparty – will celebrate Earth Day at the Kansas Wetlands Education Center northeast of Great Bend on......
Mozart & Figaro bring an operatic wedding to FHSU’s Felten-Start Theatre next weekend
A cast of 27 Fort Hays State University students and Hays residents will bring “The Marriage of Figaro,” the opera by the great Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, to the......
Kansas SBDC recognizes 16 successful small businesses
The Kansas Small Business Development Center statewide network recognized the 2019 Kansas SBDC Small Businesses of the Year at the annual awards ceremony in......
Retired FHSU president Hammond granted another title
After serving as president of Fort Hays State University for 27 years, Dr. Edward H. Hammond is no stranger to being recognized for his commitment to higher......
Department of Criminal Justice receives NRA grant
Fort Hays State University’s Department of Criminal Justice and the Criminal Justice Club has received a $2,368 grant from the NRA Foundation for firearm......
Pfeifer & Graham present at international TESOL conference in Atlanta
Debby Pfeifer and Sharon Graham, both instructors in the Department of English at Fort Hays State University, co-presented a session at the recent Teachers of......
FHSU’s Kenton Olliff named Counselor of the Year by state counseling association
Dr. Kenton Olliff, assistant vice president for student affairs at Fort Hays State University, was named Counselor of the Year by the Kansas Counseling......
FHSU professor published in business journal
Dr. David Snow, director of Entrepreneurship at Fort Hays State University, was published in the March issue of the Journal of Applied Business and Economics. ...
Wilson graduate student wins international student affairs award
Ashley Templeton, Wilson graduate student majoring in higher education student affairs, was presented with the 2019 Award of Excellence for Outstanding Parent......
Fort Hays State welcomes 2nd class of Rudd Scholars
Each speaker at Tuesday’s Rudd Foundation presentation at Fort Hays State University talked about grit, determination and a strong work ethic....
Open house at Fort Hays State’s nursing hall shows off renovation, new lab equipment
About 200 people turned out Monday for an open house and ribbon-cutting at Stroup Hall on the Fort Hays State University campus to see new lab spaces and......
FHSU posts another record spring enrollment, increasing 164 students from a year ago
Record enrollments at Fort Hays State University have continued for an 18th consecutive spring with a 20th-day enrollment of 13,291, which is 164 students......
Volunteering at Kansas Special Olympics event a rewarding experience for FHSU students
Alysha Werth and Chloe Brown have belonged to the same church while attending college but weren’t all that acquainted with each other until recently. The two......
Informatics students bring home seven first place awards from competition
The Fort Hays State University Department of Informatics recently participated in the Kansas Association of Broadcasters annual spring competition earning......
FHSU China faculty present at conference in Cambodia
Two Fort Hays State University faculty at Sias International University, Xinzheng, China, presented at the CamTESOL conference in Cambodia. ...
Registration now open for 2019 Sternberg Science Camps
Registration for the 2019 Summer Camps, hosted by Fort Hays State University’s Sternberg Museum of Natural History, is now open. Elementary, middle and high......
Eight finalists chosen for upcoming Faulkner Challenge
Eight finalists who were selected for the $10,000 Faulkner Challenge, hosted by the Center for Entrepreneurship at Fort Hays State University, will give their......
FHSU’s Michael Walker to complete negotiations training
Fort Hays State University’s Michael Walker, director of the Docking Institute of Public Affairs, recently completed negotiations training....
Ribbon cutting for Stroup Hall simulation center
Fort Hays State University’s Department of Nursing will host a ribbon cutting and open house at 1 p.m. on Monday, March 25, in Stroup Hall. ...
Becoming a Tiger could be a slam dunk for some future FHSU student
The NCAA might have trademark rights on the phrase, “March Madness,” a name branded for the Division I men’s basketball tournament....
FHSU students play major roles in putting on a major NCAA D-II event
Fort Hays State University students Gabe Warrick and Matt Hastings have been helping record Tiger athletic events for several years....
FHSU’s Nicholas Caporusso and Dr. Gordon Carlson to present at conference in D.C.
Fort Hays State University’s Nicholas Caporusso, assistant professor of informatics, and Dr. Gordon Carlson, director of the Institute for New Media studies......
FHSU’s Student Government Association to hold the Big Event
Fort Hays State University’s Student Government Association is partnering with the FHSU Foundation to hold the ninth Annual Big Event on April 13, as part of......
FHSU graduate student to present thesis research at KWEC
Katya Frank, a Fort Hays State University graduate student, will present her graduate thesis research to the public at 2 p.m. on Sunday, April 7, at the Kansas......
Political science to bring Vietnam vet to FHSU’s campus
Decorated Vietnam veteran John Musgrave will be welcomed to Fort Hays State University’s campus by the Department of Political Science at 7 p.m. on Wednesday,......
FHSU’s Department of Social Work cohort program to start fall 2019
The Department of Social Work at Fort Hays State University will begin a new Bachelor of Social Work cohort at Dodge City Community College in the fall. ...
Great Bend to be second in spring 2019 series of free hearing screenings from Fort Hays State
Great Bend will be the second of three free hearing screenings, funded by the Kansas Masons, offered again this spring in western Kansas communities by Fort......
Collaborative team with FHSU members to present at Victims’ Rights Conference
Michael Walker, director of the Docking Institute at Fort Hays State University, and Dr. April Terry, assistant professor of criminal justice, will present a......
Freshman making a difference from the sideline
The Fort Hays State University cheer squad doesn’t travel to most Tiger road games. But the FHSU women’s basketball team has a spirited cheerleader of its own,......
RESCHEDULED: FHSU students to present at Kansas Undergraduate Research Day at Capitol
The rescheduled Undergraduate Research Day at the Capitol will be Wednesday, March 20, in Topeka....
Home Sweet Home for Tiger women
It’s a bit of de ja vu for Paige Lunsford this week. Lunsford, then a junior, was a starter on the Fort Hays State University women’s basketball team in 2015......
Graduate student participates in Leadership Hays class
Chelsie Andrews, Bennington graduate student at Fort Hays State University, is participating in Leadership Hays, coordinated by the Hays Area Chamber of......
FHSU brings in new chief communications officer from Texas A&M-Commerce
Scott Cason, currently the chief marketing officer at Texas A&M University-Commerce, was announced today by Fort Hays State University President Tisa Mason as......
Kansas Wetlands Education Center to host spring break activities
Fort Hays State University’s Kansas Wetlands Education Center will be hosting free STEM activities each day over spring break for visitors of all ages. ...
Valerie Brown-Kuchera to receive best essay award from Emporia State
Valerie Brown-Kuchera, an instructor of English at Fort Hays State University, was recently awarded the 1863 Founder’s Day Award from Emporia State University....
Fort Hays State University announces fall 2018 graduates
A total of 867 students completed associate, bachelor’s or graduate degrees at Fort Hays State University in the fall 2018 semester....
Management Development Center to offer “CliftonStrengths Essentials” workshop
A workshop to help people leverage their natural talents will be offered by Fort Hays State University’s Management Development Center on March 29. The......
Panhellenic Council holds “Sister Spa Day”
Fort Hays State University’s Panhellenic Council, governing body for sororities on campus, hosted a “Sister Spa Day” recently to raise money for the......
FHSU’s Department of Social Work cohort program to begin fall 2019
Thanks to a $95,000 grant from the Dane G. Hansen Foundation, Fort Hays State University’s social work cohort program is expanding into Northwest Kansas. ...
Darci Cain joins FHSU Foundation as vice-president of development
The Fort Hays State University Foundation has welcomed Darci Cain to its staff as associate vice president of development. ...
Tax workshops sponsored by Kansas SBDC
The Kansas Small Business Development Center will host four tax workshops over two days in April for small business owners at Fort Hays State University. ...
Jim Brull to speak for Entrepreneur Direct series
Fort Hays State University’s Center for Entrepreneurship and the W.R. and Yvonne Robbins College of Business and Entrepreneurship will host Jim Brull,......
CSD faculty, undergraduate students attend KSHA Legislative Day in Topeka
Three undergraduate students in the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders at Fort Hays State University recently attended Legislative Day at the......
Barefoot in the Park coming to FHSU
For four days, three performances and a matinee, “Barefoot in the Park” is coming to Fort Hays State University beginning on Thursday, Feb. 28....
Allison Railsback, Mankato student at FHSU, takes 5 firsts in state business competition
Allison Railsback, Mankato senior majoring in agriculture education at Fort Hays State University, placed first in all five events in which she competed at the......
FHSU’s Dr. Snow wins awards at annual conference
Fort Hays State University’s Dr. David Snow, director of entrepreneurship, won two awards at the Small Business Institute’s annual conference in Orlando. Snow......
Sigma Phi Epsilon honors FHSU alumni for outstanding mentorship and service
The Kansas Zeta chapter of Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternity at Fort Hays State University recently won four awards for excellent alumni engagement and......
SRP events welcome potential FHSU students
For Jacob Wick, it will be somewhat of a homecoming. For his high school classmate, Caden Moore, it will be making a new home for himself when they begin their......
Next FHSU Management Development Center workshop to cover digital customer service
Customer service is no longer face-to-face conversations and phone calls. Rather, businesses are increasingly interacting with their customers online utilizing......
FHSU students to present at Kansas Graduate Research Summit at Capitol
Graduate researchers from Fort Hays State University will present their research projects on Tuesday, Feb. 26, in Topeka as part of the 16th Annual Capitol......
FHSU’s Shotgun Team earns first place honors
The Fort Hays State Shotgun Team picked up first place honors at the ACUI Lower East Coast Conference Championship in Savannah, Ga....
FHSU’s Dr. Chris Jochum presents at Annual Academic Chairpersons Conference
Dr. Chris Jochum, chair of the Department of Teacher Education at Fort Hays State University, presented two sessions at the recent Annual Academic Chairpersons......
Graduate students to perform jazz recital
A Fort Hays State University jazz quartet starring three Chinese graduate students and an FHSU instructor will perform a recital at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, March......
Forsyth Library presents story of Nicodemus for Black History Month
Fort Hays State University’s Forsyth Library will feature guest speaker Angela Bates, executive director of the Nicodemus Historical Society and Museum, from......
FHSU professor to speak at conference in Japan
Dr. Robb Scott, assistant professor of teacher education at Fort Hays State University, has been accepted to present at the upcoming PanSIG conference at Konan......
Hansen Foundation helps expand FHSU social work outreach program to Northwest Kansas
With a $95,000 grant from the Dane G. Hansen Foundation, Logan, the Department of Social Work at Fort Hays State University is expanding its Bachelor of Social......
FHSU’s Collegiate Farm Bureau sends members to 2019 Young Farmers and Ranchers Conference
Twenty-four members of Fort Hays State’s Collegiate Farm Bureau chapter recently attended the Kansas Farm Bureau’s Young Farmers and Ranchers Conference in......
FHSU’s Dr. Babu George featured in WalletHub advice column
Fort Hays State’s Dr. Babu George, international coordinator and associate professor in the Robbin’s College of Business and Entrepreneurship, was recently......
FHSU receives three No. 1 rankings in December, January
Programs offered through the Fort Hays State University Virtual College received three No. 1 recognitions in the state of Kansas for December and January from......
FHSU students to present at Kansas Undergraduate Research Day at Capitol
Undergraduate researchers from Fort Hays State University will present their research projects at 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 20, in Topeka as part of the......
All FHSU undergraduate students eligible for new $500 Lynn Haggard Library Research Award
Through a generous donation to the FHSU Foundation, Forsyth Library at Fort Hays State University has established the Lynn Haggard Undergraduate Library......
Article by FHSU’s Brett Weaver opens up new aspect of J.D. Salinger’s life
A little-known love triangle with author J.D. Salinger at the apex is the focus of an article by Dr. Brett Weaver, a professor of English at Fort Hays State......
The FHSU Center for Entrepreneurship to host $10,000 business plan competition
The Center for Entrepreneurship at Fort Hays State University will host the Faulkner Challenge on March 30 at the W.R. and Yvonne Robbins College of Business......
Justice prevails: FHSU part of study on western Kansas youth
Fort Hays State University is part of a project titled “Our Town, Our Kids,” aimed at helping prevent youth from entering the criminal justice system....
Ali receives grant to use geophysics to find water
Dr. Hendratta Ali, associate professor of geosciences at Fort Hays State University, has been awarded a $97,000 Geoscientists Without Borders Grant by the......
Tigers in Service volunteer in Kansas City over break
Nine students from Fort Hays State University’s Tigers in Service recently participated in a winter break service trip with Habitat for Humanity in Kansas......
Expanded, re-equipped fossil preparation lab to open at Sternberg Museum
With help from 58 donors and an $81,000 matching grant from the Dane G. Hansen Foundation, the Sternberg Museum of Natural History at Fort Hays State......
FHSU receives two honorable mentions at research symposium
Twenty students and faculty from Fort Hays State University’s Peter Werth College of Science, Technology, and Mathematics attended the annual Kansas Idea......
Hays Symphony Orchestra Valentine’s concert
Attention all music lovers. Please mark your calendar for the Hays Symphony Orchestra’s free Valentine’s Concert at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 9, in Fort Hays......
Local students named to fall 2018 Deans Honor Roll at Fort Hays State University
Deans at Fort Hays State University have named 1,606 students to the Deans Honor Roll for the fall 2018 semester. ...
FHSU faculty member named vice president of development for Small Business Institute
Dr. David Snow, director of entrepreneurship at Fort Hays State University, was recently elected as the vice president of development for the Small Business......
Anthony to be first in spring 2019 series of free hearing screenings from Fort Hays State
Anthony will be the first of three free hearing screenings, funded by the Kansas Masons, offered again this spring in western Kansas communities by Fort Hays......
Kansas Academy of Mathematics and Science to hold spring 2019 information sessions
Staff from Fort Hays State University’s Kansas Academy of Mathematics and Science will host six free information sessions across the state for interested......
Online FHSU programs among top listings in 2019 U.S. News rankings
In 2019, for a third year in a row, online bachelor’s degree programs at Fort Hays State University have been ranked best in Kansas by U.S. News & World Report....
Hobson breaks coaching record, keeps Tiger basketball fans smiling
Fans of Fort Hays State University women’s basketball won’t see Tony Hobson smile much on the sidelines....
Dane G. Hansen grants fund nursing equipment, scholarships at Fort Hays State
Nursing education at Fort Hays State University has been helped by two separate grants from the Dane G. Hansen Foundation, Logan....
Registration open for four KAMS camps led by FHSU faculty in June 2019
Fort Hays State University’s Kansas Academy of Mathematics and Science Summer Academy will offer four camps for incoming high school freshmen and sophomores in......
Fort Hays State, Northwest Tech sign articulation agreement
Five concentrations for a Bachelor of Science in health studies and two concentrations for a B.S. in technology leadership are covered under an articulation......
Center for Entrepreneurship launches FHSU entrepreneurship faculty fellows program
The inaugural group of entrepreneurship faculty fellows for Fort Hays State University’s Center for Entrepreneurship was recently announced during the......
FHSU’s Management Development Center offering 2 workshops in January
Two workshops will be offered during January by the Management Development Center at Fort Hays State University – one on organizational culture and another on......
FHSU Student Recognition Programs to begin in Denver on Jan. 20, then fan out across Kansas
Denver will be President Tisa Mason’s first stop of 2019 in Fort Hays State University’s annual month-long, 12-city, three-state tour to recognize high school......