The Singing Quakers were invited to appear at the White House Christmas Pageant of Peace. The ceremony included Christmas selections by the U.S. Marine Band, a performance by the Singing Quakers and an address by President Nixon. The pageant was carried live by all major radio and television networks within..Read More

Campbell continued to use the name “Combined Glee Clubs” for an unidentified amount of time. But concert programs revealed that after 1930, only the name “Singing Quakers” was used to identify the ensemble.

On October 30, 1958 the Singing Quakers sang for the Richard M. Nixon campaign rally at the University of Wichita Field House. Nixon was a devout Quaker who called on the Singing Quakers for numerous political events.

The first Candlelight Christmas Concert took place as an effort to raise money for a 1988 European tour. It was meant to be a family event. University graduate, and professional singer, Earnest Alexander, performed a collection of his favorite Christmas songs. His performances were considered a highlight for audiences. Dr…Read More

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

Carl and Dixie Sebits gave the university $3 million to expand the science, jazz and ballet programs. A one-story addition to the north and west of William Penn Science building added 12,000 square feet for laboratories, classrooms, offices, storage areas and a workroom. A one-story addition to the east side..Read More

During the Great Depression, the university was forced to pursue significant faculty and budget cuts. To help cushion the budget once again, the Singing Quakers increased their number of performances to help raise money for the institution. Their thirty concerts included performances at local churches, music organizations and on radio..Read More

The alumni association brought in former Singing Quaker vocalists from throughout the United States to sing together at a special reunion concert.

In 1993, Symphony of Spring concert was a showcase of musical theatre compositions. The Singing Quakers performed selections from notable musicals such as My Fair Lady, Hello Dolly, Beauty and the Beast and Secret Garden.