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Athletics

DISCIPLINE – FAMILY – INTEGRITY – PASSION

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Never Surrender

MidAmerica Nazarene University is committed to five core covenants that are the foundation for every Pioneer team, student athlete, coach, administrator, and campus community member. These core covenants are visible throughout MNU athletics and extend beyond the playing field.

Competitive

Discipline

Family

Integrity

Passion

Team Sports

MNU features athletic teams in Baseball, Basketball, Cheerleading, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Track & Field, Volleyball, and Weightlifting.

Tickets

Cheer the Pioneers on to victory by purchasing season tickets or single-game tickets.

Eligibility

Want to become a Pioneer? Here are the steps to get started:

Prospective student-athletes are encouraged to fill out the recruiting form for the sport or sports they are interested in playing at MNU (baseball, basketball (m), basketball (w), cheerleading, cross country/track & field, drumline, football, soccer (m), soccer (w), softball, volleyball). The information will be delivered directly to the head coach for the respective sport. Also, feel free to contact any MNU coach via email or phone. Contact information can be found in the Staff Directory section of the MNU Sports site.

All prospective student-athletes are required to complete an Undergraduate Admissions application and go through the regular admissions process. Applications are available online. If you are interested in becoming a MNU student we strongly encourage you to browse Undergraduate Admissions to learn more about MNU and see if we are a good fit for you!

The National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) Eligibility Center is responsible for determining the eligibility of first-time NAIA student-athletes. For more information, check out this PDF or visit http://www.playnaia.com.

    1. Submit your profile at http://www.playnaia.com 

    2. Send all required documents to the NAIA Eligibility Center (and make sure they’re received); and

    3. Share your Eligibility Center ID# with the college coach.

To get in the game, make sure you complete the “Big 3” at least two full weeks before your first practice!

 

We look forward to you joining our team!

 

Featured Degrees

Faith counseling
MAC - Christian Faith & Counseling
Enhance your degree with an emphasis in Christian faith & counseling
Counselor listening to a patient
Graduate Sexual Addictions Treatment Provider Certificate
Designed to train providers from a faith-based perspective
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Postgraduate Play Therapy Certificate
Learn to help clients express themselves through play
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Master of Arts in Counseling
Develop the knowledge and skills to be an exceptional professional counselor
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MAC - Marriage, Couple, & Family Counseling
Train to help foster communication and build trusting relationships
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MAC - School Counseling Plus +
Help students navigate academic challenges, career planning, mental health resources and times of crisis
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MAC - Clinical Mental Health
Deliver professional counseling services in a clinical environment

Events

MNU Concert Band, Choirs, and Chamber Orchestra | Let Everything That Has Breath
Bell Cultural Events Center - Mabee Performing Arts Hall
April 27, 2025 @ 3:30 pm
Join us as we present our final concert of the season and honor performing arts seniors in the MNU Concert Band, MNU Heritage Choir, MNU Symphonic Choir, and MNU Chamber Orchestra. 
MNU Jazz Ensemble | Jazz-a-Que
Bell Cultural Events Center - Mabee Performing Arts Hall
April 12, 2025 @ 6:00 pm
We're excited to announce our annual Jazz-a-Que at MidAmerica Nazarene University on Saturday, April 12, featuring the MNU Jazz Ensemble. A barbeque meal will accompany the entertainment, with proceeds supporting our instrumental music program.
MNU Jazz Ensemble | Java Jazz
Bell Cultural Events Center - Mabee Performing Arts Hall
November 12, 2024 @ 7:30 pm
Java Jazz! Come hear big band jazz music performed by the MNU Jazz Ensemble. Relax in a comfy chair and enjoy a warm beverage and dessert. You won’t want to miss this event!
MNU Performing Arts | Festival of Christmas
Bell Cultural Events Center - Mabee Performing Arts Hall
December 7, 2024 @ 6:00 pm
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.
MNU Performing Arts | Homecoming Collage Concert
Bell Cultural Events Center - Mabee Performing Arts Hall
October 18, 2024 @ 7:30 pm
A tradition from MNU’s Performing Arts groups: Heritage Choir, Symphonic Choir, Concert Band, Jazz Ensemble, Chamber Orchestra, Theatre, Improv Team, Pep Band and Drumline. All our Performing Arts students are showcased in this presentation, which is one of the most thrilling events of the year, and we don't want you to miss it!
MNU Theatre | Little Women: The Broadway Musical
Bell Cultural Events Center - Mabee Performing Arts Hall
April 3, 2025 @ 7:30 pm
Come see this timeless tale of the March sisters! Meg, Jo, Beth, and Amy grow up in front of our eyes wrestling with love, heartbreak, family, and dreams in 1860s New England. Little Women: The Broadway Musical features wonderful music and the story you love.