Plan to arrive by 9 a.m. for check-in; many activities end by 1:30 p.m.
9:00 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. – 1 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 1 p.m.
Campus Shuttle Tours
9 a.m. – 1 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 1 p.m.
9:15 a.m.
Admission Presentation
9:15 – 9:45 a.m.
Plaster Student Union Theater
Learn the basics of the admission process and more about becoming a Bear.
Financial Aid Presentation
9:15 – 9:45 a.m.
Plaster Student Union, Room 313
Find out more about the financial aid process, scholarships, the FAFSA, and much more.
9:30 a.m.
Meet the Faculty
9:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Various locations
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.
10:00 a.m.
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.
Admission Presentation
10 – 10:30 a.m.
Plaster Student Union, Room 313
Learn the basics of the admission process and more about becoming a Bear.
Mock Class
10 – 10:45 a.m.
Strong Hall, Room 304
Sit in on a mock college class. Get a feel for what a first-year student learns in a general education course. “Gains from the Trade” with Dr. Kenneth Brown, department head of Economics. This class asks the question, “Can free trade really benefit everyone?” Discover more about this basic economic principle.
Multicultural Programs Meet & Greet
10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Multicultural Resource Center, PSU 140
Learn how multicultural programs can help you get engaged on campus and in the community.
10:30 a.m.
Student Life Expo
10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Plaster Student Union, second and third floors
Visit with offices and program representatives from several campus organizations and student support services.
10:45 a.m.
Financial Aid Presentation
10:45 – 11:15 a.m.
Plaster Student Union Theater
Find out more about the financial aid process, scholarships, the FAFSA, and much more.
Multicultural Programs Presentation
10:45 – 11:15 a.m.
Plaster Student Union, room 313
Learn how multicultural programs can help you get engaged on campus and in the community.
11:00 a.m.
Foster Recreation Center Tours
11:00 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.
Mock Class
11 – 11:45 a.m.
Strong Hall, Room 304
Sit in on a mock college class. Get a feel for what a first-year student learns in a general education course. “Gains from the Trade” with Dr. Kenneth Brown, department head of Economics. This class asks the question, “Can free trade really benefit everyone?” Discover more about this basic economic principle.
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.
Education Abroad Presentation
11:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Plaster Student Union, Room 313
Learn about opportunities to study and live abroad and gain valuable language and intercultural skills through our Education Abroad program.
LUNCH
11:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Garst Dining Center
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.
12:15 p.m.
Student Panel
12:15 – 12:45 p.m.
Plaster Student Union Theater
Students share their experiences about choosing Missouri State and what they love about being a Bear.
Transfer Admission Presentation
12:15 – 12:45 p.m.
Plaster Student Union, Room 313
Learn the basics of the admission process for college transfer students.
12:45 p.m.
Admission Presentation
12:45 – 1:15 p.m.
Plaster Student Union Theater
Learn the basics of the admission process and more about becoming a Bear.
Student Panel
12:45 – 1:15 p.m.
Plaster Student Union, room 313
Students share their experiences about choosing Missouri State and what they love about being a Bear.