Engaging in Traditions

President Smart and his wife Gail with the homecoming king and queen.

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

Two smiling Missouri State students in front of Carrington Hall.

 

Bear Bash         

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

Homecoming

A week or more of celebrating everything MSU! We have a parade, football game and tons of other activities.

BearFest Village        

BearFest Village is a spirit-boosting event you can enjoy when cheering on the Bears.

International Banquet and Show 

The Association of International Students sponsors a buffet that showcases culinary traditions from around the globe. Students also put on a show with dances, music, skits and more.

President's Breakfast

Free breakfast food — served by members of MSU’s administration — during fall and spring finals week. Get a pancake from the president!

Public Affairs Conference

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

May Day              

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

Be a Traditions bearer!

Download the Traditions Bearer app to take part in all things maroon and white. You can even earn a traditions medal to wear at graduation.

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