Goodnight Moonshine will return to the Prairie Window Concert Series (PWCS) stage on Sunday, November 13, 2022, at 4 p.m. in Hesston, five years following their initial performance at Dyck Arboretum of the Plains. The concert will take place in the Prairie Pavilion at the arboretum overlooking the lake. Tickets are by reservation at http://dyckarboretum.org/arboretum-event/goodnight-moonshine-e/ […]
On October 24 Hesston College celebrated two new emeritus faculty members. With over 74 years between them, Vickie Andres, business professor, and Margaret Wiebe, library director, were honored for their years of dedication and commitment to the college and students. Vickie Andres served in the business department for 33 years as professor, mentor and business […]
Kansas Independent College Association (KICA) released the results of a study that estimates the impact of Hesston College on the statewide economy to be $26.5 million and 208 jobs. The study was conducted by Parker Philips, a nationally recognized consulting firm specializing in economic impact analysis. Nichole Parker, a principal partner at Parker Philips, said, […]
On Sunday, October 30, 2022, at 4 p.m. in Hesston, Humbird will perform for the first time at Dyck Arboretum of the Plains as the second installment of the Prairie Window Concert Series (PWCS) 2022-23 season. The concert will take place in the Prairie Pavilion at the arboretum overlooking the lake. Tickets are by online […]
Sunflower Performing Arts will continue their 2022-23 season with a performance by ensemble 4.1 on October 25 at 7 p.m. at Hesston Mennonite Church. Ensemble 4.1 is made up of four wind soloists and one pianist originating from German orchestras. Together, they form a “piano windtet,” the only chamber group of its type in the […]
Hesston College will host Engineering Day on Saturday, October 15, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Future engineers are invited to spend the day at Hesston College to learn more about engineering through onsite exploration, open discussion and a demonstration of the Hesston College student designed ping-pong shooter. Prospective students will also have the opportunity to […]
Hesston College hosted graduation ceremonies for graduates of the Instituto Bíblico Anabautista (IBA) and Seminario Bíblico Anabautista Hispano (SeBAH) September 2 through 4. Both of these programs offer Hispanic students a chance to pursue further education in pastoral ministry and Biblical education. Students in both of these programs represent countries from across the globe. Classes […]
Hesston College will host its annual Cultures Fair from 6 to 8 p.m., Tuesday, October 4, in the Hesston Mennonite Church community center. Students representing 18 plus countries will prepare food, give presentations about their countries of origin and offer performances reflecting their global roots. This event gives the broader community an opportunity to sample […]
Hesston College Bel Canto Singers will travel to Colorado for a fall tour October 14 to 16. The 18-voice mixed chamber choir, under the direction of Dr. Russell Adrian, will present a program titled “God Is Love,” inspired by I John 4:7-8, this year’s theme verse at Hesston College. The program will feature a wide […]
Hesston College’s fall enrollment figures followed national trends with a Fall 2023 overall student headcount of 325, a 4% decrease from the previous year. In contrast to a decline in first-time freshman enrollment, Hesston College increased enrollment in other key areas. Now in its second full year of instruction, the bachelor’s degree-granting School of Management […]
Hesston College will host the Homecoming Family Festival on September 24 during their annual Homecoming celebration. This year’s festivities will include sporting events, food trucks, lawn games and family friendly fun. The Homecoming Family Festival will feature volleyball and soccer games. In volleyball, the Larks are up against McPherson College JV at 3 p.m. In […]
On September 23, Hesston College will kick off this year’s Homecoming with a celebration of the history of and the path ahead for the School of Management and the School of Engineering. For many decades, Hesston College has offered foundational business education and engineering courses. In 2021, the college, which has traditionally offered associate degrees, […]
Hesston College Theatre will present four performances of the fall play Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike by Christopher Durang from Sept. 29 through Oct. 2, at the Keim Center Black Box Theater. Showtimes are at 7 p.m. Thursday through Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday. The show is intended for high school age and […]
Sunflower Performing Arts at Hesston College (SPA) will kick off its 2022-23 season with the Sunflower Soirée, a free concert that will include local and regional professional musicians. The Sunflower Soirée will take place at 3 p.m., Sunday, Sept. 11, at Hesston Mennonite Church. This year the featured artists are: soprano Carren Moham, pianist Mei […]
With an early start to the fall semester, Hesston College welcomed back their students, faculty and staff this weekend. Opening festivities included lively events, Lark traditions, and a move back to an upgraded campus. President Joe Manickam delivered a message to the Hesston College community bringing life to this year’s theme, “God is Love.” Manickam […]
