Engaging in Traditions

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Discover Missouri State traditions

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The Missouri State Alma Mater

This is the traditional alumni song of Missouri State, performed at every commencement ceremony and sometimes at athletic events or other ceremonies.

Sing We Praises,
Now to Our Alma Mater,
All Hail Maroon and White,
Missouri State,
We Pledge Devotion,
May You Live Ever in Truth and Right.
May You Live Ever in Truth and Right.

The Missouri State Fight Song: "The Scotsman"

The Fight Song has been a tradition for nearly 50 years, and is heard at athletic events, pep rallies and other gatherings.

Uphold Tradition, Our School We Hold So Dear,
We Will Be Loyal, Throughout Our College Years,
FIGHT FOR VICTORY, While We Stand Up and Cheer,
Let’s Hear It For the Bears:
B-E-A-R-S, BEARS!
M-I-S-S-O-U-R-I STATE!

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7 can’t-miss Missouri state traditions

Bear Bash

This first-week-of-school party has free activities, food and more — around 5,000 students attend.

BearFest Village

BearFest Village is a spirit-boosting tailgate area for Bears and their families. You can enjoy the festivities before home football games.

Public Affairs Conference

Explore what it means to be an ethical citizen through a week of keynote speakers, panel discussions and special events.

Homecoming

A week or more of celebrating everything MSU! We have a parade, cheer on the football team and welcome Bears of all ages to campus.

Headphone Disco

Headphone Disco is Student Activity Council’s Homecoming tradition. Keep the fun going after the game by dancing to your own beat.

Fountain Day

We celebrate the first day in spring when it is warm enough to turn on the water for the season! Get a keepsake vile of water as a souvenir.

May Day

This Student Activities Council event celebrates spring with food, prizes, booths, games, inflatables, music and fun.