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STEM Students Complete Impactful Research Experiences Across the Nation

REU students May 2024

Eight MNU students contributed their time and academic knowledge to multiple prestigious research programs all over the country. Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) is a program funded by the National Science Foundation designed to give students at smaller universities the opportunity to experience top-tier research.

Copeland Athletic Complex Takes Shape

Copeland Athletic Complex at MNU during construction of track and stadium

MNU’s new Copeland Athletic Complex is progressing with the track’s foundational surface in place and locker rooms and concessions area taking shape. Associate Vice President for Facilities Services recently hosted a walk through.

Football Returns to NAIA Playoffs

2024 Pioneer Football Team poses after clinching conference championship

Under the watchful eye of Paul Hansen, the fifth-year head coach of #13-ranked Pioneer Football, MNU is returning to postseason play. The Pioneers (9-1) leap-frogged conference rival and #12-ranked Baker University to earn a coveted first-round bye in the NAIA playoffs. 

Student Intern Meets NBA Legends

Zach Janner with Carmelo Anthony at elite basketball tournament

When Zach Janner (CS ’27) looked across the gym floor, he saw LeBron James, Carmelo Anthony, and other NBA legends in the stands.

MNU Receives Humanities Kansas Grant

Darin Tuck and history students look at trail maps

MidAmerica Nazarene University announced it has been awarded a $10,000 grant from Humanities Kansas to support the study of the history of the Madame C.J. Walker School in Merriam, Kansas.

Student Makes Groundbreaking Discovery in REU Experience

Saragrace Felvus

Senior physics and mathematics double-major Saragrace Felvus was one of eight students participating in a highly competitive Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) program this past summer. Saragrace made a groundbreaking discovery in the Physics and Astronomy REU Program at Brigham Young University (BYU) while studying Delta Scuti Pulsating Variable Stars.

MNU Community Arts Academy Enrolling Now

Community Arts Academy logo

Launched in January 2024, the Community Arts Academy at MidAmerica Nazarene University currently enrolls 60 students in classes for voice, piano, guitar, band, and orchestra instruments.