Event Calendar Highlights
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Mulenation mid-missouri
Thursday & Friday, June 22 & 23
Join UCM alumni and friends for a weekend of fun! Register for one or both events today!
Mulenation at The Maverick
1911 Broadway Blvd., Wednesday, July 26
Join MuleNation KC from 7 to 9 p.m. July 26 at The Maverick, an establishment owned and operated by alumni Matt Cushion, Bennett Oliver and Austin Miller. Enjoy light appetizers, complimentary drinks and live music by alumnus John Kennedy! UCM leadership and newly announced VP for Intercollegiate Athletics Matt Howdeshell will attend to share university initiatives and progress.
Missouri Wine Tent
6–8 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 15
MuleNation invites you to meet and mingle with fellow UCM alumni and friends at the Missouri State Fair this summer! Visit with alumnus Jim Anderson, executive director of the Missouri Wine and Grape Board, and alumni from family-owned Missouri wineries. Enjoy wine tasting, snacks and a chance to win UCM swag!
support ucm's construction management program
Aug. 21, Columbia Country Club
UCM's Construction Management hosts annual golf tournaments to bring alumni together and raise much-needed funds for a program that consistently produces top-notch graduates. When you register your team as a Tournament Sponsor, you will receive banner recognition, a signature UCM Construction Management gift and be entered to win the grand prize! All entrants will have the opportunity to win additional prizes!
1983 Mules Football
40th anniversary
September 15–16, 2023
Celebrate the 40th anniversary of Mules Football's 1983 MIAA Championship season during UCM's Family Weekend! The fun starts with a social at Players on Friday night, followed by the 1 p.m. game against Pittsburg State on Saturday. Members of the 1983 team will be recognized during the game, and there will be a pregame tailgate and postgame gathering at Fitter's. Championship rings are available for 1983 Mules Football alumni.
UCM Class reunions
10, 25 and 50 years
October 20, 2023
If you graduated in the Class of 1973, 1998 or 2013, this is YOUR YEAR! Come back for Homecoming 2023 and enjoy special events where you can reconnect with peers and make new memories. Kick off the weekend at our MuleNation Open House on Friday, Oct. 20., in Union Auditorium. Participate in classroom experiences, campus tours UCM trivia and more! There will be an afternoon all-class reception with hors d'oeuvres and beverages where members of our reunion classes will receive recognition and a special gift.
UCM Homecoming 2023
October 20–21, 2023
No matter how long it’s been since you were on campus, coming back feels like you never left! Enjoy annual University of Central Missouri traditions like the MuleNation Open House, Distinguished Alumni Dinner, Party in the Park — and, of course, the big game and parade!
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Rangers vs. Cardinals
6 p.m. Tuesday, June 6, 2023
Globe Life Field, Dallas–Fort Worth
Whether you're a Texas Rangers or St. Louis Cardinals fan — or simply a fan of being out at the ballpark — this is sure to be a fun night for the whole family! Join the MuleNation Dallas Fort Worth chapter for an exciting game and a chance to network and connect with fellow Mules and Jennies in the region.
Join us at palma
903 N. 2nd St., Phoenix
5:30–7:30 P.M. TUESDAY, MAY 23, 2023
The MuleNation Arizona Chapter is hosting a special event, and you are invited! Meet and mingle with University of Central Missouri alumni and friends at a palm-tree oasis in downtown Phoenix. Registration includes a taco bar and two drink tickets. There will also be a cash bar available.
first pitch banquet
Saturday, April 22, 2023
UCM Multipurpose Building
The First Pitch Banquet is an annual celebration of UCM's legendary Mules Baseball team — past, present and future! Fans and alumni are invited to cheer on the team at their home game against Central Oklahoma at noon before heading to the banquet in the evening. Our keynote speaker, 1976 UCM alumnus and Houston Astros owner Jim Crane, will be bringing the 2022 World Series trophy!
Join us in capital city
Thursday, April 20, 2023
Join us at the historical Tunnicliff's Tavern for a fun-filled evening with UCM President Roger Best and members of the UCM Alumni Foundation. This is your opportunity to meet and network with fellow UCM alumni and friends in your area. Dinner will be provided, and space is limited.
volunteer in your community
Join us in demonstrating your commitment to the University of Central Missouri's motto, "Education for Service" during National Volunteer Week and Earth Week! MuleNation Weeks of Service begins on April 10 and ends on Earth Day, April 22. Click below to see volunteer opportunities across MuleNation!
Alpha Chapter reunion
Friday, April 14, 2023
Join your Sigma Tau Gamma brothers for a fun-filled day at your old Stomping Ground! Choose to tee off at Mules National Golf Course or head to the UCM Trap & Skeet Range for five-stand shooting.
Regroup for lunch at Heroes, followed by an alumni meeting with recognition of past chapter presidents and a housing update. To secure a discounted rate, please register by April 1, 2023.
Mule Relays and reunion
Friday and Saturday, April 14–15, 2023
UCM Multipurpose Building
UCM Track and Field alumni, families and friends are invited to a reunion coinciding with the Mule Relays April 14-15, 2023. Volunteer at the relay events of your choice on Friday and join fellow alumni for a fun-filled Saturday, starting with an alumni 5K. Enjoy a campus tour, complimentary lunch, networking and an alumni throwers meet.
Celebrate outstanding seniors!
2023 Who's Who and Charno Award Ceremony
The UCM Alumni Foundation recognizes one male and one female graduate each year with the George Charno Outstanding Senior Award. Other outstanding seniors are recognized with the Who's Who Award. Come congratulate this year's winners at 4 p.m. Thursday, April 13, in the Elliott Student Union's Sandra Temple Elliott Ballroom.
Write notes to new students!
in-person or virtual feb. 20–24, 2023
Stop by the Smiser Alumni Center 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. the week of Feb. 20–24 to write notes welcoming admitted students. Or participate from the comfort of your own home by filling out our online form. Once received, your personalized notes will be mailed to prospective students. By taking the time to volunteer, you will positively impact enrollment for our university!
show your spirit!
Saturday, Feb. 18, 2023
Spirit Squad alumni can select a Reunion Package or Performance and Reunion package that includes performing at the 1 p.m. Mules and 3 p.m. Jennies basketball games against Washburn. All registrants will gather for dinner at Fitter's Pub.
Get the band back together!
Friday and Saturday, Feb. 10–11, 2023
Join UCM Music alumni and friends for a fun-filled weekend! Friday is a full day of events dedicated to Professor Emeritus Russ Coleman and all things clarinet. On Saturday alumni are invited to dust off their instruments and join the UCM Wind Ensemble for rehearsals, lunch, a concert and a reception at Heroes.
muleNation Colorado
6–8 p.m. Monday, Feb. 6, 2023
Cherry Cricket Ballpark Location, 2220 Blake St.
Meet and Mingle with other UCM alumni and friends in the Denver area. The MuleNation Colorado Chapter is hosting a night of food, drinks and fun at the Cherry Cricket Ballpark. Your registration includes appetizers and two drink tickets.
muleNation Texas
***CANCELED: Feb. 2 Dallas: 5–9:30 p.m. Indian Creek Golf Club***
The Feb. 2 DFW event has been canceled due to a winter storm, but the Feb. 4 Houston Winter Invitational is still on schedule.
Feb. 4 Houston: 12–4:30 p.m. Minute Maid Park
Join us for the annual Houston Winter Invitational at Minute Maid Park, site of the Astros' fresh World Series win! Alumnus Jim Crane and the MuleNation Houston Chapter will host a pregame lunch at noon before the Mules take on Montevallo.
Roger denker ribbon-cutting
5:30 p.m. jan. 14, 2023
Join alumni and friends for a reception and ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating the Roger Denker Wrestling Facility! The evening begins at 5:30 p.m. in the UCM Multipurpose Building with a special reception, followed by the ribbon-cutting and dedication at 6:30 p.m. Complimentary hor d'oeuvres and drinks will be provided, and there will be a casual social at Fitter's Pub.
Celebrate half a century of safety
5:30–9 p.m. Dec. 15, 2022
Join UCM Safety Sciences alumni and friends at the Chicken N Pickle in Overland Park! This anniversary celebration was planned in collaboration with the ASSP Heart of America Chapter and the AIHA Mid-America Chapter. Friends and family are welcome to attend. Registration includes appetizers and two drink tickets.
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Mean Mule Distilling Co.
5-6:30 or 7-9:30 p.m. Dec. 14, 2022
Bring your Mule spirit to a special tasting of Mean Mule's agave spirits and a cocktail-making class. Registration includes the tasting and appetizers. Wear your favorite tacky holiday sweater and register before this event fills up!
campus lights and concerts
Tuesday, Nov. 29, through Thursday, Dec. 1, 2022
Kick off the holiday season with a new UCM tradition! Get into the holiday spirit on Giving Tuesday, then do some gift shopping at UCM's holiday market on Wednesday. The First Lady's Concert Series includes performances on Wednesday and Thursday, and we'll be lighting up the quad with a special ceremony Thursday night!
Notes from our stomping ground
Thanksgiving Week, Nov. 21–25, 2022
Take some time during Thanksgiving break to share what you were thankful for when attending UCM. Your stories can help motivate and welcome new students as they begin their higher education journeys. Notes can be written in the Smiser Alumni Center on Monday through Wednesday or from the comfort of your own home via our online registration form at ucmfoundation.org/stompingground.
muleNation florida
Ponte Vedra Inn & Club
6 p.m. Nov. 17, 2022
Your MuleNation Florida chapter invites you to a special dinner with fellow UCM alumni and friends living in the Jacksonville area. Representatives from the UCM Alumni Foundation and university leadership will be in attendance to keep you updated on what's happening at your alma mater.
muleNation oklahoma
1884 at the Railyard, Edmond
11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Nov. 12, 2022
Join MuleNation for a pregame party before the Mules take on the Bronchos at 2 p.m. Hors d'oeuvres are included with your registration, and there will be a cash bar. Enjoy craft cocktails, local brews and more than 75 wine options while meeting and mingling with UCM alumni and friends.
muleNation St. Louis
The Westport Social
6 p.m. Nov. 10, 2022
Gather with St. Louis-area alumni and friends at the Westport Social for happy hour, complimentary appetizers, UCM trivia and networking bingo! This is a great opportunity to reconnect with friends, meet new people and build your regional UCM community.
ucm homecoming 2022
October 14–15, 2022
You won't want to miss this year's Homecoming celebration. Highlights include a MuleNation Alumni Reception and an all-class Party in the Park! Learn what we have planned and register for activities by clicking below.
mule team Family weekend breakfast
9:30 a.m. Oct. 1, 2022, for UCM Students and Families
Enjoy complimentary Chris Cakes specialty pancakes, bounce houses for the kids and UCM giveaways at our first-ever Mule Team Family Weekend Breakfast!
mulenation NYC
The Knickerbocker Hotel
4:30–6:30 p.m. Sept. 23, 2022
Join MuleNation on the St. Cloud Rooftop overlooking Times Square. This is your opportunity to network with fellow alumni in New York City and meet UCM leadership.
mulenation springfield
Millwood Golf & Racquet Club
6 p.m. Sept. 21, 2022
Connect with fellow alumni in the Springfield area and network with UCM leadership at a special MuleNation gathering this fall! Enjoy good conversation, drinks and heavy appetizers at Millwood Golf & Racquet Club.
mules Football Watch Party
Watch Game #1 on Sept. 1, 2022
WoodChux, 108 W. Pine St., Warrensburg
Join your MuleNation Home Chapter to cheer on the Mules as they take on Pittsburg State in the first game of the season! Pizza will be provided, and drinks and games are available for purchase.
Mule Ball masters
Friday, Aug. 26, 2022
Mules National Golf Club
Support the Mules Basketball team at the Mule Ball Masters golf tournament! Register now for a fun-filled day on the course.
celebrating 60 years!
Friday, Aug. 26, 2022
Student Showcase: 3 p.m. Union Auditorium, Warrensburg
Alumni Social: 7 p.m. Chicken N Pickle, North Kansas City
Don't miss the first two events in the 60th anniversary celebration of the Criminal Justice and Criminology program at UCM. Register now for Aug. 26 and save the date for events in September and October!
Golf Fundraiser in columbia
Monday, Aug. 22, 2022, starting at 8 a.m.
Columbia Country Club, 2210 N. Country Club Drive
UCM's Construction Management hosts an annual golf tournament to bring alumni together and raise much-needed funds for a program that consistently produces top-notch graduates.
emeriti recognition dinner
5 p.m. Social, 6 p.m. Dinner Aug. 18, 2022
Welcome the newest members of UCM's emeriti family at a banquet in the Sandra Temple Elliott Ballrooms.
Mulenation at the state fair
6–8 p.m. Aug. 16, 2022
Enjoy and dinner of pulled pork sandwiches and all the fixings, wine tasting and giveaways with UCM alumni and friends in the Missouri Wine Tent at the Missouri State Fair!
home chapter Summer session
5:30 p.m. July 28, 2022, at the Smiser Alumni Center
Join Warrensburg alumni for games, giveaways and fall event planning at the Smiser Alumni Center in the Elliott Student Union. Light refreshments will be provided, and all who attend will receive an alumni gift. Please bring a fellow UCM alum who would like to get involved in MuleNation!
Virtual mulenation Chapter meetings
Various times/dates July 18–28, 2022
Are you curious about what MuleNation chapters do and how you can get involved? Join in on a virtual meeting in July! Click below to find your chapter.
ucm President's Lawn concert
***LOCATION CHANGE: Hendricks Hall, Administration Building***
July 25, 2022
Join President Roger Best and First Lady Robin Best for a free ice cream social at 6 p.m., followed by a live concert at 7 p.m. by the Warrensburg Community Band.
fatpour tuesday
4–6 p.m. Tuesday, June 28, 2022
Fatpour Tap Works McCormick
Join MuleNation alumni and friends for happy hour in Chicago! This is your opportunity to meet and network with fellow UCM grads in your area.
Frisco RoughRiders Tailgate
Starting at 5 p.m. June 18, 2022
Dr. Pepper Ballpark, Lot B
Join fellow UCM alumni and friends as you cheer on the RoughRiders. We'll provide tailgate food and fun, then watch the game together.
Golf Fundraiser in Blue Springs
Friday, June 10, 2022, starting at 8 a.m.
Adams Pointe Golf Club, 1601 NE R.D. Mize Road
UCM's Construction Management hosts an annual golf tournament to bring alumni together and raise much-needed funds for a program that consistently produces top-notch graduates.
chicken n pickle
5–8 p.m. Tuesday, June 7, 2022
1761 Burlington St., North Kansas City, MO
Join the MuleNation KC Chapter for a fun-filled evening this summer! Play pickle ball, corn hole and other games — or just sit back and relax with friends.
Join us for happy hour!
4–6 p.m. May 24, 2022
Yee-Haw Brewing Co.
423 6th Ave. S., Nashville
Take a well-deserved break with other UCM alumni and friends from the Nashville area at one of the best breweries in town! This event coincides with the Association for Industrial Hygienist Conference (AIHce) at Music City Center, where two UCM faculty members will be presenting pre- and postconference professional development courses.
join your brothers for a fun-filled reunion
Friday, April 29, starting at 9 a.m.
Start the day at Mules National Golf Course or UCM's trap-shooting range. Then regroup for lunch at Traditions, followed by happy hour at Old Barney's.
tUesday, april 26, 6–8 p.m.
Muddy Creek BBQ, 115 N. Holden St.
The MuleNation Home Chapter and UCM Alumni Foundation are throwing a party to welcome 2022 graduates to MuleNation! Bring your family and friends to enjoy live music on the outdoor patio of Muddy Creek BBQ. Complimentary brisket nachos and nonalcoholic drinks will be provided.
UCM alumni, including new graduates, will receive a commemorative gift in celebration of the world record UCM set this year! The event is free, but registration is required.
UCM alumni and friends from St. Louis, Kansas City and beyond are coming together to watch the Cardinals take on the Royals this spring! Fans of both teams will have something in common at this fun networking event in Ballpark Village.
MuleNation STL Tailgate
April 12, 2022, starting at 4 p.m.
Budweiser Brew House
First pitch banquet
April 9, 2022; 6 p.m. social, 7 p.m. dinner
UCM Multipurpose Building, Warrensburg
The First Pitch Banquet is an annual celebration of UCM's legendary Mules Baseball team. There are many levels of participation to choose from, each with its own tokens of appreciation, including team apparel, drink tickets and recognition in the First Pitch Banquet souvenir program. Support your team; register today!
Join us in Scottsdale!
5–7 p.m. April 5, 2022
Isabella's Kitchen Outdoor Patio
8623 E. Thompson Peak Parkway
Join MuleNation for a fun-filled evening at Isabella's Kitchen. This is your opportunity to meet and network with fellow UCM alumni and friends in Arizona! Dinner and drinks will be provided, and space is limited. Reserve your seats today!
Alumni Needed at Etiquette Dinner
Enjoy a fun-filled evening of professional networking with UCM students at 5:30 p.m. March 30, 2022.
A complimentary two-course meal will be served as alumna Carmen Binder, '04 and '08, covers proper table etiquette, how to interview over a meal, professional dress and more. A dessert social will follow, allowing students and alumni time to network.
Mulenation Colorado
6 to 8 p.m. March 24, 2022, at Pindustry
7939 E. Arapahoe Road, Greenwood Village
Enjoy complimentary food, bowling, pinball, cornhole, Skee-Ball, Pop-A-Shot and vintage arcade games galore! Bring your friends and reminisce with UCM alumni in your area.
Mulenation in capital city
6–8 p.m. March 16, 2022, at Tunnicliff's Tavern
222 7th St. SE, Washington, D.C.
Join us at the historical Tunnicliff's Tavern for a fun-filled evening with UCM President Roger Best and members of the UCM Alumni Foundation. This is your opportunity to meet and network with fellow UCM alumni and friends in your area. Dinner will be provided, and space is limited. Reserve your seats today!
All attendees age 12 and over will be required to show proof that they have received at least two doses of the COVID-19 vaccine.
Don't miss this annual Major League event!
UCM alumnus and Astros owner Jim Crane, '76, invites you to Minute Maid Park in Houston for the 2022 Winter Invitational. Join fellow alumni and UCM President Roger Best at the Insperity Club at 12 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 12, 2022, for free lunch and a cash bar before the mules take the field!
While the reception is free, registration and a game-day ticket are required. Register today!
Join Your KC MuleNation Chapter for a Holiday Gathering!
6 p.m. Dec. 15, 2021, at the Carriage Club
You are invited to a holiday-themed evening at the Carriage Club. We will be bringing together UCM alumni who went on to graduate from the University of Missouri or UMKC Schools of Law, with special guests representing each school.
Live Jazz and Holiday Cheer
You are invited to the annual UCM Holiday Open House during Warrensburg Main Street's A Dickens' Christmas festival! Stop by the historical Achauer House at 314 S. Holden St. between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. Dec. 4, 2021, for hot chocolate, apple cider, live jazz music and a visit with UCM President Roger Best and First Lady Robin Best.
There will be coloring sheets for the kids, and this is an official stop for Tiny Tim's Soup Competition. Happy Holidays!
MuleNation Graduation Celebration
Alumni in the Warrensburg area are invited to help us welcome our newest members of MuleNation. This may be December graduates' first MuleNation networking event; let's make it a good one!
Tuesday, Nov. 30, 2021, 5–7 p.m.
Upstairs at Fitter's Restaurant and Pub
This is a casual, come-and-go event with complimentary pizza, prizes, games and more.
Celebrating 150 Years of Education for Service
After a year off in 2020, MuleNation is coming together stronger than ever in 2021! Along with the annual parade and football game, Homecoming 2021 will feature a carnival and Alumni Party in the Park. Plus, we’ll have a parade of mules like no other!
Friday, Oct. 22, 2021
5 p.m. Social; 6 p.m. Dinner and Program
Sandra Temple Elliott Ballrooms, UCM Warrensburg Campus
Watch our video tributes to the 2020 and 2021 Distinguished Alumni honorees.
As the University of Central Missouri celebrates its 150-year anniversary, the Class of 1971 is invited to join together for the reunion of a lifetime!
50-Year Reunion — Class of 1971
Starting 1 p.m. Friday, Oct. 22, 2021
Members of the Class of 1971 are invited to a special tour of the McClure Archives and University Museum's exhibit commemorating the last 50 years of UCM, from 1971 to 2021. The tour is at 1 p.m. Friday, Oct. 22, and a reception will follow.
Calling All Colts!
Whether you knew it as College High or University High, come celebrate this special bond with other Colts who attended the high school on our university campus.
We will gather at Heroes at 6 p.m. Friday, Sept. 17, to kick off the weekend. Enjoy lunch and a Mules Football game on Saturday.
University of Central Missouri President Roger Best and First Lady Robin Best invite the campus community to a celebration of UCM's newest emeriti as well as the previous retirees whose service and involvement continue to impact students' lives.
Emeriti Faculty and Staff Recognition Dinner
Tuesday, August 24, 2021
Sandra Temple Elliott Ballrooms
Tuesday, Aug. 17, 5–7 p.m.
Missouri State Fair
Enjoy wine tasting and complimentary appetizers in the Missouri Wine Tent while visiting with fellow alumni and friends. Registration is required, and you will also need to purchase a ticket to the State Fair.
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Join UCM alumni in Lee's Summit for conversation, food and drinks! The MuleNation Kansas City Chapter is hosting this event in celebration of our university's 150th anniversary. No RSVP required.
Wednesday, July 14, 5 p.m.
Lakewood Local
811 NE Lakewood Blvd., Lee's Summit
Alumni from across the region will gather at Lake of the Ozarks this summer! Enjoy complimentary appetizers and beverages. Wear your favorite University of Central Missouri gear to win prizes!
Thursday, June 24, 8–10 p.m.
Redhead Lakeside Grill and Yacht Club
Texas Road Trip
May 13, 2021 - The Butler House, Spring, TX
May 15, 2021 - Dr. Pepper Ballpark, Frisco, TX
Meet your Warrensburg MuleNation Home Chapter members in Texas this May!
We're truckin' to The Butler House on Thursday, May 13, from 6 to 8 p.m. There will be a $10 cover with complimentary drinks and appetizers.
Our next stop will be in Frisco on Saturday, May 15, starting at 5 p.m. for the RoughRiders game. There will be a tailgate in Lot B before the game; $20 per adult or $12 per child will cover your game ticket and food at the tailgate. Don’t forget to bring your own drinks, chairs and lawn games!
5th annual first pitch banquet
6 p.m. April 23, 2021
Multipurpose building
UCM Warrensburg Campus
The First Pitch Banquet is an annual celebration of UCM's legendary Mules Baseball team. The 2021 event has been rescheduled for spring. If you have already purchased tickets, your registration will automatically roll over to the new date.
Can't make it to the event? Why not sponsor a player to attend. See the "Sponsor a Mule" option on the registration form or call 660-543-8000 to transfer your existing ticket. Thank you for your support!
The President's Gala promises to be an amazing evening as UCM showcases the talents of students and faculty in the School of Visual and Performing Arts. One of the university's most famous alumni, singer-songwriter and “American Idol” winner David Cook, will perform as guest artist.