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September, the second best month of the year
The Unchangeable Spots of Leopards by Kristopher Jansma. Here's that AI conversation. That Librarian: The Fight Against Book Banning in America by Amanda Jones. And here's that letter from John Green. Gender Queer by Maia Kobabe. The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle. September/October releases with Holland Saltsman of The...
Enrollment increase and real momentum
In Kansas, many colleges have had a decrease in enrollment, but this is not the case at Pittsburg State, according to the Vice President of Student Life and Enrollment Management, Karl Stumo. All American University’s choose a date either ten or twenty days into classes for their census, which is Sept. 16 for Pittsburg State. Enrollment numbers can change, but as of Aug. 16, enrollment numbers are looking toward a positive direction compared to 2023. In terms of how the University has done, Stumo stated, “Every year, we do our very best to improve, going to as many high schools and attending as many college fairs as we can. This year one of the biggest changes was with the expansion of the Great Gorilla Scholarship Program.”
New provost joins Pitt State team
Bringing a wealth of knowledge and experience from a career in education and law, Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs, Dr. Susan Bon, is here to impact lives. New to Pittsburg State and taking over for Dr. Howard Smith after his retirement, Bon utilizes her “disadvantaged background” to focus on giving students a ladder to opportunity through education. Bon is energized by difficult problems, fueling her moniker of “Bon Possible.”
No. 4 Pitt State Topples No. 3 Ferris State, 19-3
PITTSBURG — The Pittsburg State University football team ushered in the 2024 campaign and the Tom Anthony coaching era with an emphatic 19-3 victory over Ferris State University Saturday (Aug. 31) before 10,189 fans at Carnie Smith Stadium. The No. 6 ranked Gorillas forced four turnovers – two fumbles...
Juvenile Services, CKCC approved to carry over unused funds into 2025 budgets
Since becoming director of Juvenile Services for the 20th Judicial District in 2016, Marissa Woodmansee has been able to carry over funds from the previous year into the next year's budget. Tuesday morning, she sought approval from the Barton County Commission to move $99,010.93 into her 2025 budget. "The beauty...
No. 14 Coyotes post second place finish in season opener at USM Sunset Showdown
LEAVENWORTH – No. 14 Kansas Wesleyan Men's Cross Country posted a second place finish at the season opening Saint Mary Sunset Showdown on Friday night on the USM Cross Country course. The Coyotes scored 48 points in the meet, not far off the pace of No. 2 ranked University...
Cross Country begins new season with Alumni Meet
With another new school year comes another season of Cross Country. After the Men’s team placed 11th nationally in Division II competition, and the women’s placed 18th nationally, expectations will be high for the team to return to that top level of competition. While it won’t be easy,...
Soccer gets first taste of competition
For the young and very new Pitt State soccer team, getting the most experience in before the regular season is paramount to their success. It’s never easy starting a new sports team at a collegiate level, but it becomes much harder when you are limited to just four scrimmages before the games start counting. This makes the games building up to the regular season even more important for this team.
Telus health offers new mental health services
Pittsburg State University students can now access 24/7 mental health services from anywhere through the third-party provider, Telus Health. In the years since the COVID-19 Pandemic, mental health has become an increasing concern for many individuals, particularly on college campuses. In a study conducted by the Mayo Clinic, nearly 44% of college students have reported symptoms of depression while nearly 15% have reported seriously considering suicide in the last year. “I think we need to remove the stigma for receiving help for mental health,” Associate Vice President of Inclusion & Belonging, Deatrea Rose said. “If you had a stomachache or a headache or you broke your arm, you would immediately go and seek medical attention. The same thing should be true for our mental stability.” With these problems coming to the forefront of both the national and local attention, Pittsburg State found a solution.
Catholic Leaders Need the Liberal Arts | Dr. Joseph Wurtz
Dr. Joseph Wurtz is the Dean of Students and the Executive Director of the Gregorian Fellows Leadership Program at Benedictine College in Atchison, Kansas. A graduate of Benedictine himself, Dr. Wurtz has served the college for decades in numerous roles in the Student Life Office. In this episode, Dr. Wurtz speaks to Dr. Jared Zimmerer about leadership priciples from a Catholic perspective, the need of the liberal arts for future leaders, and the opportunities for formation within the Gregorian Fellows Program.
City of Fort Scott Minutes of August 20
The regular meeting of the Fort Scott City Commission was held August 20, 2024, at 6:00PM in the City Commission Meeting Room at City Hall, 123 S. Main Street, Fort Scott, Kansas. Meeting available on City of Fort Scott YouTube Channel. Time stamps according to recording. Meeting called to order...
PC Commission meeting minutes Aug. 26
PONCA CITY — The Ponca City Board of Commissioners met in regular session on Aug. 26. Mayor Homer Nicholson called the meeting to order, which was followed by the pledge of allegiance. Commissioners Stephanie Austin, Robert Bodick, Garrett Bowers and Kelsey Wagner were in attendance. To watch the meeting visit https://www.poncacityok.gov/civicmedia.
Two injured in Goddard crash Sunday morning
GODDARD, Kan. (KSNW) – Two people were injured Sunday morning in a crash in Goddard. It happened around 11:30 a.m. at the intersection of Kellogg and Crowne Drive. According to Sedgwick County Sheriff’s Office, a red Fiat was stopped at a red light on westbound Kellogg when a Ford F150 rear-ended it.
Salina’s Most Wanted — September
A new list of Salina's Most Wanted will be published by the Salina Post every month on the first Sunday. The Salina's Most Wanted is generated by the Saline County Sheriff's Office. NAME: Austin Leroy Calp. CHARGES: Felony Burglary X4 / Theft X5 / DTP / DWS / No Insurance...
2 hospitalized, driver jailed after rear-end crash in Kan. construction zone
GEARY COUNTY — Two people were injured in an accident just before 10p.m. Saturday in Geary County. The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2002 Chevy Monte Carlo driven by Samuel A Mertens, 40, Kearney, Nebraska, was westbound on Interstate 70 and entered the construction zone between mileposts 295-U.S. 77 exit and 300-Kansas 57 exit.
USD 475 will be closed Monday
USD 475 announced that the District will be closed on Monday, Sept. 2 for Labor Day. Please note that early childhood through fifth grade students will not have school on Tuesday, Sept. 3 as it is an early childhood and elementary plan day in the district. Sept. 2: No School...
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