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UCM Traditions
Each year since 1871, generations of students have stepped foot on the UCM campus and brought with them the excitement for new experiences, meaningful opportunities, and the future they’re about to create for themselves here. Being a Mule means a lot of things. It means working hard and inspiring innovation. It means finding your pack, creating friendships and making memories that will stick with you for a lifetime. It means graduating with a valuable degree and making a difference. UCM is your stomping ground – it’s time to show your school spirit! Check out some of our time-honored traditions below.
Show Your Red and Black Spirit
Welcome Walk
At our annual Welcome Walk, faculty and staff line the walkway in front of the Administration building while first year students are headed to Convocation. Students are welcomed by our live mule mascots, the marching band plays, Mo gives high fives and our cheerleaders, faculty, and staff wave pom-poms, cheer and ring bells.
Convocation
Just as graduation marks the end of your university journey, Convocation is a ceremony that marks the academic beginning of your journey at UCM. Our faculty wear their academic regalia and welcome you on your journey to success.
Week of Welcome
One Week: Endless Possibilities. At the beginning of each school year, we welcome our students back with a week-long series of spectacular programs that’ll leave you saying “WOW.”
Get the Red Out
Join us at Get the Red Out, our yearly street fair, to socialize with student organizations, local businesses, and the Warrensburg community! It’s a great way to get involved and enjoy free family fun.
Family Weekend Talent Show
Watch our students unleash their hidden talents! Enjoy the star quality of our musicians, dancers, magicians, and more — or the cash prizes awarded to the top three finalists.
The Color Run
The highlight of UCM’s annual Family Weekend since 2013, the Color Run is a crowd favorite that has never failed to brighten up campus.
Homecoming
Homecoming at UCM isn’t anything less than the biggest (campus and community) celebration of the year. Students, alumni, and their families are all invited to show their school spirit as the university honors this tradition with week-long competitions, a pep rally, and the annual parade.
Moonlight Breakfast
During Finals Week, UCM’s campus food provider, Sodexo, invites students to take a break from studying to enjoy a free late-night breakfast and enter drawings to win prizes.
Founders Day
UCM’s annual Founders Day birthday bash includes a picnic lunch in the Quad, a special reading of UCM’s founding night in 1871, appearances by our live mules, UCM band, Mo the Mule and more!
Become a UCM Traditions Keeper
Earn prizes when you experience these and other UCM Traditions!
You will find dozens of things to do and places to visit around campus. Check out the traditions that interest you and submit your photos to earn rewards.
Learn MoreContact
University of Central Missouri
P. O. Box 800
Warrensburg, MO 64093
Tel: (660) 543-4111
