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President’s Honors Raises $1 Million In One Night For Scholarships

MidAmerica Nazarene University (MNU) hosted its annual President's Honors gala April 11, 2025, achieving a historic milestone by...

MNU to Honor the J.E. and L.E. Mabee Foundation with 2025 Passion to Serve Award

MidAmerica Nazarene University (MNU) is honored to recognize the J.E. and L.E. Mabee Foundation of Tulsa, Oklahoma, with...

Students Showcase Research of Local Historians

History students in Dr. Darin Tuck’s History of Baseball class presented their public history research projects to members...

Dr. Chelsea Comadoll Named Barkman Endowed Professor in Chemistry

MidAmerica Nazarene University (MNU) is proud to announce that Chelsea Comadoll, PhD, associate professor of chemistry, has been...

Firm Selected for MNU Presidential Search

Board of Trustees and Presidential Search Committee Chair Dr. Dan Rexroth announced today the selection of executive search...

Dr. David J. Spittal Named Olathe Citizen of the Year

The Olathe Chamber of Commerce honored Dr. David J. Spittal, president of MidAmerica Nazarene University (MNU), as its...

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Madam C J Walker School Event

Merriam Plaza Library, Webb Family Meeting Room

Apr 23, 2025 @ 6:30pm

to Apr 23, 2025 @ 7:30pm

This event will provide opportunity for the broader community to learn more about the exciting history of the Walker school and the stories of those connected to it.

MAX MidAmerica Xtreme #MNUMAX

Various, MNU Campus

Apr 24, 2025 @ 5:30pm

to Apr 26, 2025 @ 2:00pm

Join us for MAX MidAmerica Xtreme with guest speaker Jana Burnham.

MAX Improv Show 4/24

Bell Cultural Events Center - Sunderland Black Box Theatre

Apr 24, 2025 @ 9:00pm

to Apr 24, 2025 @ 11:00pm

The MNU Improv team presents monthly shows on campus. Games and lines are made up on the spot based on your suggestions!

MidAmerica Student Film Festival

Cunningham Center, Student Lounge

Apr 24, 2025 @ 9:00pm

MNU students and current high school students can showcase their unique voices and cinematic expressions in this film festival.

MNU Percussion Studio | Percussion Show

Bell Cultural Events Center - Mabee Performing Arts Hall

Apr 26, 2025 @ 7:30pm

to Apr 26, 2025 @ 8:30pm

Enjoy an evening of percussive music, featuring the MNU Percussion Studio. They will perform a variety of percussion ensemble pieces including mallet and battery instruments, drum set, and even your MNU Drumline! You won’t want to miss this exciting performance.

MNU Concert Band, Choirs, and Chamber Orchestra | Let Everything That Has Breath

Bell Cultural Events Center - Mabee Performing Arts Hall

Apr 27, 2025 @ 3:30pm

to Apr 27, 2025 @ 5:30pm

Join us as we present our final concert of the season and honor performing arts seniors in the MNU Concert Band, MNU Heritage Choir, MNU Symphonic Choir, and MNU Chamber Orchestra.

Education Program Virtual Information Meeting

Virtual

Apr 28, 2025 @ 5:45pm

to Apr 28, 2025 @ 7:00pm

Learn about earning your associate's, bachelor's, or graduate degree, or advanced certificate. Designed specifically for the adult learner, explore our online, on-site, and blended degree options in education.

Commencement

College Church of the Nazarene

May 3, 2025 @ 10:00am

to May 3, 2025 @ 5:00pm

Join us in College Church of the Nazarene sanctuary for the MNU Commencement Ceremonies and to celebrate the Class of 2025!

Chorus Kansas City | Voices Rising

Bell Cultural Events Center - Mabee Performing Arts Hall

May 3, 2025 @ 7:00pm

to May 3, 2025 @ 8:30pm

Chorus Kansas City invites you to experience the power and artistry of a large choral ensemble with orchestral accompaniment at its inaugural concert.

Foster Dance Center Recital 2025

Bell Center at MidAmerica Nazarene University

May 23, 2025 @ 7:00pm

to May 23, 2025 @ 9:00pm

Foster Dance Center presents its third annual recital, showcasing the talent of its students and choreographers from our 2024-2025 season.