Select Dates: July 29 – August 20, 2026
This is the 16th year of hosting the Kansas City Chiefs on campus for their summer training camp. We hope that you will join us for a date or two of this exciting opportunity to see the stars take to the field right here on our turf.

See the schedule, get tickets, and skim the FAQs at https://www.chiefs.com/trainingcamp/

September 26, 2026
Join us in celebrating family, community and Griffon spirit! There will be activities across campus that will give you the opportunity to see what life at MoWest is like for your Griffon.

Don’t miss it!

October 10, 2026
We are so excited to host a parade and tailgate festival for this year’s Homecoming celebration! We have many surprises up our sleeves for this year’s edition, so be sure to watch our social media pages in the coming weeks for an epic theme and activity announcement.

Interested in becoming a vendor or marching in the parade with your business? Sign up at https://www.missouriwestern.edu/homecoming/

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The fall athletics season begins later this month! Football, Soccer, Volleyball, and Cross Country are already working hard at preparations for this season and need your support! We cannot wait to see what the new season has in store for these student-athletes.

We would love to see you in the stands cheering for the Griffons! Check out each team’s schedule at https://gogriffons.com/.

We know that Move-In can be both stressful and fun for everyone. We are here to help! New students will be moving in on August 26. After move-in, students are encouraged to attend the many events throughout the week and during Griffon Edge. Returning students can expect to join us on August 29 and 30. For more information about move-in and other Res Life information, click here.

Is your student interested in joining a sorority or fraternity? More information will be shared in the lead-up to recruitment week, but students can still sign up ahead of time. Griffons interested in Greek Life at MoWest are encouraged to register at https://mwsu.mycampusdirector2.com/landing/

Please take a moment to take a look at some of these important dates of the upcoming school year:

• August 31: First Day of Fall Classes
• September 7: Campus Closed in Observance of Labor Day
• November 2: Registration for Spring 2027 Opens
• November 21-29: Fall Break
• December 19: Fall Commencement
• December 19, 2026-January 10, 2027: Winter Break

Find the full calendar here.

We’ve launched a brand new YouTube channel dedicated to sharing long-form videos. We’re already sharing impactful stories highlighting alumni, students, and staff. This platform is a great way for you to learn about MoWest and the incredible people who leave a lasting impact on our community.

Check out our favorite video of the summer here.

Having trouble accessing the Family Newsletter? Contact us at marketing@missouriwestern.edu