Frequently Asked Questions

1. Am I considered an alumnus only if I've graduated?
2. How do I get on the list to receive MNU's Accent magazine?
3. What is the Annual Fund?
4. Can I be an MNU volunteer?
5. What volunteer opportunities are available for alumni & friends?
6. What is a Foundation alumni chapter?

1. Am I considered an alumnus only if I've graduated?
If you have completed at least 12 hours at MidAmerica Nazarene University, you are considered an alumna/alumnus even if you have not graduated. There is no fee to belong to our Alumni Association.

2. How do I get on the list to receive MNU's Accent magazine?
You should automatically be on the mailing list when you graduate. If you are not receiving ACCENT, we need your updated address...please send an email to the Alumni Office.

3. What is the Annual Fund?
The Annual Fund is the foundation of giving at MNU. The Annual Fund is the fund designated by MidAmerica which provides alumni, parents and friends an avenue to provide unrestricted support to keep MNU financially strong. The opportunity to participate is provided through both a series of informative mailings and the annual student phonathon.

4. Can I be an MNU volunteer?
Yes, we always love to have alumni volunteers. If you want to be involved send an email to the Alumni Office.

5. What volunteer opportunities are available for alumni & friends?
We have many volunteer opportunities in the Alumni Association. If you are interested please contact the Alumni Office (alumni@mnu.edu)or call (913) 791-3275. Here are some examples of volunteer opportunities:
Alumni Speakers Bureau:
An opportunity for Alumni to come back and speak in an MNU class. Students look forward to this interaction with alumni.
Homecoming Volunteers

• Greeter at Homecoming Banquet (Friday night)
• Greeter at Homecoming Concert (Friday night)
• Load and unload equipment for concert (Friday a.m. & p.m.)
• Usher at concert (Friday night)
• Ticket taker at concert (Friday night)
• Will-call booth at concert (Friday night)
• Children's Festival (Saturday a.m.)
• Babysitting (this is a paid position) (various times)
• 5K Fun Run (Saturday a.m.)
• Autumn Auction set up/tear down (Wednesday, Saturday)
• Ticket taker for basketball game (Saturday night)

Reunion Committee
Each year we have five reunions. If you would like to serve on your class reunion committee, please contact the Alumni Office via email (alumni@mnu.edu) or call (913) 791-3275.
We meet approximately four times throughout the year to prepare for Homecoming class reunions each October. The Reunion Committee is responsible for the planning of your class reunion program, decorating, giveaways, and calling your classmates to invite them back for Homecoming.
Mentor Program
Be a mentor for a student in your same career field.
Mock Interview Night
Interview a student to give them an opportunity to practice at their interviewing skills. This is held in February each year.

6. What is a Foundation alumni chapter?
A Foundation alumni chapter is a a group of alumni and friends in a geographical area that would like to support MNU by having events in that area, giving contributions back to the institution, and referring potential students to MNU. As of this date, we have established Foundation Alumni Chapters in Johnson County and Wichita (Pioneer Foundation Chapter), and we hope to establish St. Louis and Western Kansas Foundation alumni chapters. If you would like to participate in these chapters or a new chapter, please email the Alumni Office (alumni@mnu.edu).