Showcase Schedule

A note about schedule changes: As an example, here is the schedule from our last Showcase. Details about the upcoming Showcase schedule will be updated as they become available.

Plan to arrive by 9 a.m. for check-in; most activities end by 1 p.m.

9 a.m.

Check-in

9 – 10:30 a.m.
Plaster Student Union, inside north entrance
Check in and grab your welcome bag upon arrival.

Walking tours

9 a.m – 12 p.m.
Plaster Student Union, Bear Statue
Let a University Ambassador show you around the academic side of our campus. Please allow 30-40 minutes for the complete tour. Tours leave from the PSU Bear Statue. Last tour departs at 12 p.m.

Campus shuttle tours

9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Plaster Student Union, north shuttle stop
Hop on the Bear Line for a riding tour of campus. Please allow approximately 30 minutes for the complete tour. Tours leave from the PSU north shuttle stop. Last shuttle departs at 12 p.m.

9:15 a.m.

Admission and financial aid presentation

9:15 – 9:45 a.m.
Plaster Student Union Theater
Learn the basics of the admission process, information about financial aid and scholarships, and more about becoming a Bear.

9:30 a.m.

Student Life expo

9:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Plaster Student Union, 2nd floor
Visit with representatives from several campus organizations and student support services.

Meet the faculty

9:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.
PSU Grand Ballroom, 3rd floor
Each of our seven academic colleges will have faculty and staff members available to answer your questions and talk with you about majors and programs. You can also learn more about the Honors College and the MSU Libraries.

9:45 a.m.

Admission and financial aid presentation

9:45 – 10:15 a.m.
Plaster Student Union, Room 313
Learn the basics of the admission process, information about financial aid and scholarships, and more about becoming a Bear.

10 a.m.

Residence hall tours

10 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Various residence halls
Learn more about our award-winning residence halls and visit them in person. You can even check out brand new Heitz House!

Residence Life presentation

10 – 10:30 a.m.
Plaster Student Union Theater
Discover the perks of living on campus. Learn about different room layouts, building amenities and meal plan options.

10:45 a.m.

Admission and financial aid presentation

10:45 – 11:15 a.m.
Plaster Student Union Theater
Learn the basics of the admission process, information about financial aid and scholarships, and more about becoming a Bear.

11 a.m.

Foster Recreation Center tours

11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Foster Recreation Center, enter through main doors from the south side
The Foster Recreation Center is a place for the entire campus community to work out, play and learn about healthy living.

11:30 a.m.

Residence Life presentation

11:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Plaster Student Union Theater
Discover the perks of living on campus. Learn about different room layouts, building amenities and meal plan options.

LUNCH

11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Blair-Shannon or Garst Dining Centers
Students will receive a free meal voucher at check-in. Families may join using our special event rate. Find your coupons in your welcome bag.

12:30 p.m.

Transfer admission presentation

12:30 – 1 p.m.
Plaster Student Union, Room 313
Learn the basics of the admission process for college transfer students.

Admission and financial aid presentation

12:30 – 1 p.m.
Plaster Student Union Theater
Learn the basics of the admission process, information about financial aid and scholarships, and more about becoming a Bear.

1 p.m.

Student panel

1 – 1:30 p.m.
Plaster Student Union, Room 313
Students share their experiences about choosing Missouri State and what they love about being a Bear.

Parent panel

1 – 1:30 p.m.
Plaster Student Union, Room 315
Hear parents share their experiences with their students at Missouri State.

Academic Buildings Open

1 – 2 p.m.

Reynolds College of Arts and Letters
Campus shuttle provided from 12:45 – 2:30 p.m.

• Visit Brick City for Art + Design.

Within walking distance, near the historic quad:

• Visit Craig Hall for Media, Journalism and Film students, rooms 316, 318 and 319.
• Visit Ellis Hall for Music students, C Minor Hall.
• Visit Strong Hall for Media, Journalism and Film students, rooms 112, 113, 114, 138, 150 and 151; for Economics students, room 351.

McQueary College of Health and Human Services
Campus shuttle provided from 12:45 – 2:30 p.m.

• Visit Kampeter Health Sciences Hall for biomedical sciences, rooms 369 and 371.
• Visit the O’Reilly Clinical Health Sciences Center for nursing skills and simulation labs, rooms 206 and 212; for anesthesia surgical suite, room 304; for occupational therapy, room 313.

1:30 p.m.

Ask Admissions

1:30 – 2 p.m.
Plaster Student Union Info Desk (near north entrance)
Have further questions about the admissions process? Come meet Admissions staff members for answers.

Fraternity and Sorority Life presentation

1:30 – 2 p.m.
Plaster Student Union, Room 315
Find out how you can get involved in our fraternity and sorority life community. Learn about how to join one of our 30 different chapters, Greek Life events and more.

2 p.m.

Fraternity and Sorority Life meet and greet

2 – 2:30 p.m.
Plaster Student Union, Room 127
Meet representatives from several fraternities and sororities across campus.