Join us for a weekend filled with fun, food, and family connection as we welcome loved ones of MSSU students to campus for Family Weekend!
Thursday, September 18
Green & Gold Third Thursday
Downtown Joplin
Families are welcome to attend this community event the evening before Family Weekend officially begins.
Friday, September 19
Family Welcome BBQ
6:00 – 9:00 PM | Mansion Lawn
A relaxed outdoor cookout with yard games to kick off the weekend.
Saturday, September 20
Family Fitness & Lion Pride Pop-Up
12:00 – 4:00 PM | BSC Mall & Gym
Immersive Academic Tours
12:00 – 2:00 PM | Drop-in
Visit the classrooms, labs, and spaces where your student is learning.
Pre-Game Tailgate
2:00 – 4:00 PM | South Stadium Parking Lot
Enjoy hamburgers and hotdogs before the game.
MSSU Football Game: MSSU vs. Northwest
4:00 | Fred G. Hughes Stadium
Game admission is included with Family Weekend payment.
Sunday, September 21
Southern Send-Off Brunch
10:30 – 11:30 AM | Ron Richard Athletic Center
Enjoy brunch with your student and fellow families.
Special guests include President Van Galen, Mary Van Galen, and Roary the Lion.
**Reservations have now closed for this year's event.
Contact MSSU's Student Success Center at studentsuccesscenter@mssu.edu or 417-625-3550.
