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Purpose Beyond Position

When Dr. Nancy Damron (’95, MEd ’98) first stepped onto MidAmerica Nazarene University’s campus, she wasn’t sure what...

Breaking Cycles, Building Futures: Justin Pickens Inspires Future Educators

When Justin Pickens (’10) stood before 300 high school students considering a career in education, he shared a...

MidAmerica Nazarene to Inaugurate Dr. Jon D. North as its Sixth President Nov. 18

MidAmerica Nazarene University is proud to announce the inauguration of Dr. Jon D. North as the sixth president...

MNU Remembers Dr. James H. Diehl, Sr., General Superintendent Emeritus of the Church of the Nazarene

MidAmerica Nazarene University joins the global Church of the Nazarene in marking the passing of Dr. James H....

MNU Named a Carnegie Foundation School of Opportunity

MidAmerica Nazarene University has been nationally recognized as one of 478 institutions named a School of Opportunity by...

A Purpose-Driven Path to Justice

Andrew Speicher (’98) lives out MNU’s mission daily as a husband, father, attorney, and community leader. His faith...

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MNU Improv 12/4

Bell Cultural Events Center - Sunderland Black Box Theatre

Dec 4, 2025 @ 7:30pm

to Dec 4, 2025 @ 9:00pm

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

MNU Festival of Christmas 2025

Bell Cultural Events Center - Mabee Performing Arts Hall

Dec 6, 2025 @ 6:00pm

to Dec 7, 2025 @ 5:00pm

An MNU tradition—the powerful forces of the MNU Concert Band, MNU Choirs, and MNU Chamber Orchestra with members of the community present a festival of best loved Christmas carols and selections from Handel’s Messiah including audience sing-along moments.

Chorus Kansas City | Gloria!

Bell Cultural Events Center - Mabee Performing Arts Hall

Dec 12, 2025 @ 7:00pm

to Dec 12, 2025 @ 8:30pm

CKC brings together adults of all ages who share a love for making beautiful music and building meaningful friendships. Their winter concert will feature Antonio Vivaldi’s “Gloria” accompanied by chamber orchestra and works by contemporary composer Elaine Hagenberg.

December Virtual College Affordability Seminar

Online

Dec 13, 2025 @ 10:00am

to Dec 13, 2025 @ 11:00am

Are you a parent or student wondering how best to navigate the college financial aid process? Join our admissions staff for our Virtual Financial Aid Seminar, where you will be provided with tools for college financial planning.

Fountain City Brass Band | Bells-a-Plenty

Bell Cultural Events Center - Mabee Performing Arts Hall

Dec 13, 2025 @ 7:30pm

to Dec 13, 2025 @ 9:30pm

Celebrate the magic of the season with the internationally acclaimed Fountain City Brass Band as they return to the Bell Center for a festive evening of music, memories, and merriment!

MNU Theatre | 24 Hour Play Festival

Bell Cultural Events Center - Sunderland Black Box Theatre

Jan 10, 2026 @ 7:30pm

to Jan 10, 2026 @ 9:00pm

Join us for the 24 Hour Play Festival! Watch as students and community members come together to write, direct, and perform original plays in just 24 hours!

MNU Improv 1/16

Bell Cultural Events Center - Sunderland Black Box Theatre

Jan 16, 2026 @ 7:30pm

to Jan 16, 2026 @ 9:00pm

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

MNU Theatre | Theatre Cabaret

Bell Cultural Events Center - Mabee Performing Arts Hall

Feb 19, 2026 @ 7:30pm

to Feb 21, 2026 @ 9:45pm

This special performance is only presented every four years so don’t miss it! Our Theatre Cabaret features solos, duets, monologues, scenes, dance, and group numbers selected from many different plays and musicals. It is a wonderful opportunity to showcase our amazing students varied talents and see a wide range of material.

MNU Improv 2/28

Bell Cultural Events Center - Sunderland Black Box Theatre

Feb 28, 2026 @ 7:30pm

to Feb 28, 2026 @ 9:00pm

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

MNU Chamber Orchestra | A New Beginning

Bell Cultural Events Center - Mabee Performing Arts Hall

Mar 1, 2026 @ 3:30pm

to Mar 1, 2026 @ 4:30pm

MNU’s Chamber Orchestra will feature the winner of our 1st annual concerto competition in a joint concert with the Olathe Community Orchestra.

President

EdD; Educational Administration (Higher Education/Public Relations), Ball State University
MSE; Music, Ball State University
BS; Music & Art Education, Ball State University

Dr. David Spittal has been the president of MidAmerica Nazarene University since 2012. Under his leadership, the university is striving to reach the next level of God-honoring excellence.

Prior to coming to MNU, Dr. Spittal served as president of Southern Wesleyan University in Central, S.C., from 1994 to 2011. During his 17-year tenure, the university experienced historic growth and expanded to five campuses and learning centers. His work led SWU to strengthen and build relationships with the local and regional community.

An influential member of the local community, Dr. Spittal serves on various councils and boards including the Council of Advisors of the Olathe Chamber of Commerce and the Board of Trustees for the Kansas Independent College Association and Kansas Independent College Fund. He is a member of the USA/Canada Council of Education of the Church of the Nazarene.

He and his wife Donna have two grown sons and six grandchildren.

University Cooperative Program

Advantages of the MNU & Cleveland University-Kansas City Cooperative Program:

Accelerated pathway to becoming a Doctor of Chiropractic Medicine
Acceptance into Cleveland for all students who complete appropriate coursework at MNU with a cumulative GPA of 3.00 or higher.
Specialized advisor for students of MNU who intends to pursue professional study at Cleveland.

To qualify for program entry at MNU students must:

Desire to pursue a career in Chiropractic Medicine
Major in Kinesiology

To qualify for program entry at Cleveland students must:

Complete an application to Cleveland 6 months in advance of desired entrance date.
Complete a minimum of 99 hours of an undergraduate degree at MNU.
Maintain a 3.0 or higher cumulative GPA
Complete all coursework as outlined in the agreement between MNU and Cleveland.

Other restrictions and qualifications may apply.

For additional information, contact Leigh Kreshel at lakreshel@mnu.edu

University Cooperative Program

Advantages of the MNU & Southwest Baptist University Cooperative Program:

Preference points on application into a highly competitive program.
Mission alignment between Southwest Baptist University and MNU.

To qualify for the MNU & Southwest Baptist University Cooperative Program students must:

Have a minimum 3.0 overall GPA.
Complete the GRE
Complete the PT application through PTCAS
Provide documentation of 40 hours observation in physical therapy.
Complete selected prerequisite courses with a minimum of “C” and a 3.25 prerequisite GPA.

Your adviser will work with you to ensure that you take the required prerequisite courses to qualify for this program.

For additional information, contact Leigh Kreshel at lakreshel@mnu.edu

University Cooperative Program

Advantages of the MNU & Washington University School of Engineering and Applied Science cooperative program:

3+2 Option: Students spend 3 years at MNU and then transfer to WashU for 2 years to earn an undergraduate engineering degree from WashU and a bachelor’s degree from MNU, or
3+3 Option: Students spend 3 years at MNU and then transfer to WashU for 3 years to earn an undergraduate engineering degree from WashU, a bachelor’s degree from MNU, plus a master’s in engineering from WashU.
Combines the best of MNU with the strength of a top engineering school
Students participating in the 3+3 options receive a 50-60% tuition discount at WashU
GRE is not required for admission

To qualify for entry into the program at MNU students must:

Enter the program at MNU at the beginning of the freshman year through the application process
Maintain an overall GPA of 3.25 or better in science and mathematics courses
Meet regularly with the MNU pre-professional committee

To qualify for program completion at WashU students must:

Complete all General Education requirements at MNU
Complete a minimum of 90 credit hours of transferable college credit
Complete the following courses:
- Chemistry: one semester of general chemistry with lab
- Computer Programming: One course or certified proficiency in a high-level language
- English Composition: One course or certified proficiency
- Humanities and Social Sciences: At least 15 hours (see WashU website for specific prerequisites)
- Mathematics: See WashU website for specific prerequisites
- Physics: One year calculus-based physics with lab
See WashU website for department-specific prerequisites

To learn more about program offerings at MNU and degree specific prerequisites, visit engineering.wustl.edu/dualdegree

Other restrictions and qualifications may apply.

For additional information, contact Craig Masters at cmasters@mnu.edu

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Dr. David Spittal

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University Cooperative Program

Advantages of the MNU & Cleveland University-Kansas City Cooperative Program:

To qualify for program entry at MNU students must:

To qualify for program entry at Cleveland students must:

University Cooperative Program

Advantages of the MNU & Southwest Baptist University Cooperative Program:

To qualify for the MNU & Southwest Baptist University Cooperative Program students must:

University Cooperative Program

Advantages of the MNU & Washington University School of Engineering and Applied Science cooperative program:

To qualify for entry into the program at MNU students must:

To qualify for program completion at WashU students must:

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News & Events

Latest News

For Media

Upcoming Events

Pioneer Football

Dr. David Spittal​

President

University Cooperative Program

Advantages of the MNU & Cleveland University-Kansas City Cooperative Program:

To qualify for program entry at MNU students must:

To qualify for program entry at Cleveland students must:

University Cooperative Program

Advantages of the MNU & Southwest Baptist University Cooperative Program:

To qualify for the MNU & Southwest Baptist University Cooperative Program students must:

University Cooperative Program

Advantages of the MNU & Washington University School of Engineering and Applied Science cooperative program:

To qualify for entry into the program at MNU students must:

To qualify for program completion at WashU students must:

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