COVID-19 Advisory

Information and updates regarding COVID-19Updated: October 26, 2020

New Student and Family Programs

The Ursa Experience

Notice

The Ursa Experience for Fall 2020 has been cancelled due to COVID-19. While the decision was difficult, the safety and well-being of our attendees and staff always comes first.

Those who have registered will receive full refunds to their original method of payment. We apologize for any inconvenience.

We're excited to welcome you and your family at other exciting campus events this fall. The Ursa Experience will return in August 2021.

Start your Missouri State experience with an adventure.

Build friendships. Get involved in campus life. Learn university traditions. Get inspired. All these adventures begin at the Ursa Experience.

March

1

Registration opens
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August

10 - 12

Ursa Experience dates
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At the Ursa Experience, students are immersed in life at Missouri State University in a three-day, two-night adventure. Both first-year and transfer students admitted for Fall are invited to attend.

Students will:

  • Build friendships with student leaders and other students attending
  • Learn and participate in Missouri State traditions
  • Discuss and think deeply about our public affairs mission
  • Explore involvement opportunities at Missouri State
  • Make memories that will last a lifetime

Registration

Register online to join us in the Ursa Experience.

Schedule and activities

Participate in fun activities while you learn more about Missouri State and build close bonds with other new students.

Frequently asked questions

Get answers to questions students and family members have about the Ursa Experience.

Forms

Download forms you will need to participate in the Ursa Experience.