An aerial view of fans and cheerleaders gathered around the maroon Bear head along on the west mall during a pregame tailgate.

We back the Bears

The Alumni Association brings Bears together through events that celebrate connection, pride and lifelong engagement with Missouri State University.
Annual events

Be part of the memories

While many of our gatherings are designed specifically for alumni, we also partner with the Missouri State University Division for University Advancement to host events that support the broader university community.

These collaborative events include opportunities to connect with fellow supporters of the Missouri State University Foundation and the The Bears Fund, bringing together alumni, donors and friends who share a passion for Missouri State.

 

Family and friends at the homecoming tailgate.
Homecoming
Bears past, present and future come together to celebrate all things maroon and white.
A student with Boomer outside of the bookstore. Both are wearing Maroon Be A Bear t-shirts.
Be A Bear
Have a passion for design and school spirit? Showcase your talents in this T-shirt contest.
Members of the St. Louis Alumni Chapter volunteer with Food Outreach.
Bears in Action
Team up with other Bears for volunteer projects and make your community a better place.
Hundreds of #BearGrads gather together for a group photo at the 2025 Grad Bash event.
Grad Bash
Go out with a boom at this spring celebration for new #BearGrads.
Attendees seated at tables during the Bears of Distinction dinner.
Bears of Distinction
Celebrate the impact and contributions of distinguished alumni, faculty and staff over the years.
Students and alumnus Wade Kortaba at their Dinner with Eight Bears event.
Dinner with Eight Bears
Get professional insights (and a free meal) from alumni in your field or interest area.

Mark your calendar for upcoming alumni events

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