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Pioneer Trek

Experiential opportunities linked to travel, learning, and service.

Pioneer Trek is a program designed to curate experiential opportunities linked to three areas of travel, learning, and service:

Local, domestic, and international travel linked to mission focused work and service. 

Local, domestic, and/or international travel linked to vocational preparation and service. 

International study abroad travel linked to enriching learning experiences at other Coalition for Christian Colleges & Universities (CCCU) and Church of the Nazarene affiliated locations.

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Program Goal

 

At MNU, every student will receive an opportunity to participate in experiential learning for spiritual and/or academic enrichment through the Pioneer Trek program. This program is designed to offer students and on-ramp to missional opportunities and cross-cultural exposure as a means to be the hands and feet of Jesus to both those in our backyards and across the globe.

Short-Term and Semester Study Abroad

For many, studying abroad is an invaluable experience that can provide an expanded worldview, new ways of thinking, and the opportunity to view educational and vocational preparation through a new lens. Whether you are considering a domestic or international option, you’ll have the chance to dive headfirst into learning about new cultures, people groups, learning and working styles and more. At MNU, we partner with organizations to provide semester or summer-long opportunities. 

Study Abroad
Study Abroad

MNU Bible Land Journey

May 2025 - Exact dates TBD

This trip is being rescheduled to May 2025. Join MidAmerica Nazarene University’s, Dr. Randy Cloud, Dr. James Edlin, Dr. Dean Flemming, and MNU Bible Professors Emeriti, and Guest Lecturers, on a Holy Land tour.  Visit the Sea of Galilee, Capernaum, Bethsaida, the Mount of Beatitudes, Tabgha, Chapel of the Primacy, Nazareth, Mount Tabor, Qasr El Yehud, Jericho, Bethlehem, Shepherds’ Field, Church of the Nativity, Mount of Olives, the Garden of Gethsemane, Jerusalem, House of the High Priest Caiaphas, Upper Room, the Western Wall, pass through Lion’s Gate, and much more. 

Dr. Randy Cloud
rrcloud@mnu.edu

More Information 

Pioneers Serving and Learning Around the Globe

The Pioneer Trek program offers travel experiences for learning and service. Please scroll down to see videos, pictures, and stories about our past trek adventures!

Love Your Neighbor

June 9-14, 2023

As part of the General Assembly 2023, we enjoyed making a powerful impact on the city of Indianapolis and other areas around the world. Service projects are an important part of Love Your Neighbor. During the registration process, participants selected the types of projects that interest their team. The project categories were:

  • Evangelism (i.e., sports camp, VBS, art camp)
  • Food Preparation
  • Clean-up Projects
  • Light Construction (i.e., basic home repairs, painting, etc.)

Dominican Republic

MAY 13-22, 2023​

Discover Missions was an intentionally global event with university students and leaders from around the world. This event created opportunities for students to learn about missions, gain practical missions experience, and grow in community with students from other regions. During the week, students interacted with many cultures, learned from various missionaries and mission experts, served in a new cultural context, and further discerned God’s call on their lives.

MNU School of Nursing Trip to Guatemala

May 12-20, 2023

Students were able to experience the grace and love of God through using their nursing skills to assess children that are part of Nazarene Compassion Ministries to identify any health issues that may need to be addressed.

Riobamba, Ecuador

March 11-18, 2023

Opened to all MNU instrumental and vocal music students, this trip was focused on teaching music to Ecuadorian children and youth.

MNU School of Nursing Trip to Guatemala

December 30, 2022 – January 7, 2023

Students were able to experience God’s grace and love through their nursing skills to assess children that are part of Nazarene Compassion Ministries to identify any health issues that may need to be addressed.

Puerto Rico

June 18-25, 2022

Traveling with seasoned international travelers Randy and Loretta Cloud. “We had traveled to this beautiful island and talked to many church pastors who were anxious to receive our MNU students!” Plans took place for activities that could include light construction or vacation Bible school or sports clinics. MNU student Nathan Torres,  who is from Puerto Rico himself, was a great resource for supporting our Trek to Puerto Rico. 

Contact Us

MidAmerica Nazarene University
Christian Ministry and Formation
2030 East College Way
Olathe, KS 66062-1899

Office Hours
Mon. – Fri. 7:00am – 3:00pm

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Dr. David Spittal​

President

EdD; Educational Administration (Higher Education/Public Relations), Ball State University
MSE; Music, Ball State University
BS; Music & Art Education, Ball State University

Dr. David Spittal has been the president of MidAmerica Nazarene University since 2012. Under his leadership, the university is striving to reach the next level of God-honoring excellence.

Prior to coming to MNU, Dr. Spittal served as president of Southern Wesleyan University in Central, S.C., from 1994 to 2011. During his 17-year tenure, the university experienced historic growth and expanded to five campuses and learning centers. His work led SWU to strengthen and build relationships with the local and regional community.

An influential member of the local community, Dr. Spittal serves on various councils and boards including the Council of Advisors of the Olathe Chamber of Commerce and the Board of Trustees for the Kansas Independent College Association and Kansas Independent College Fund. He is a member of the USA/Canada Council of Education of the Church of the Nazarene.

He and his wife Donna have two grown sons and six grandchildren.

University Cooperative Program

Advantages of the MNU & Cleveland University-Kansas City Cooperative Program:

  • Accelerated pathway to becoming a Doctor of Chiropractic Medicine
  • Acceptance into Cleveland for all students who complete appropriate coursework at MNU with a cumulative GPA of 3.00 or higher.
  • Specialized advisor for students of MNU who intends to pursue professional study at Cleveland.

To qualify for program entry at MNU students must:

  • Desire to pursue a career in Chiropractic Medicine
  • Major in Kinesiology

To qualify for program entry at Cleveland students must:

  • Complete an application to Cleveland 6 months in advance of desired entrance date.
  • Complete a minimum of 99 hours of an undergraduate degree at MNU.
  • Maintain a 3.0 or higher cumulative GPA
  • Complete all coursework as outlined in the agreement between MNU and Cleveland.

Other restrictions and qualifications may apply.

For additional information, contact Leigh Kreshel at lakreshel@mnu.edu

University Cooperative Program

Advantages of the MNU & Southwest Baptist University Cooperative Program:

  • Preference points on application into a highly competitive program.
  • Mission alignment between Southwest Baptist University and MNU.

To qualify for the MNU & Southwest Baptist University Cooperative Program  students must:

  • Have a minimum 3.0 overall GPA.
  • Complete the GRE
  • Complete the PT application through PTCAS
  • Provide documentation of 40 hours observation in physical therapy.
  • Complete selected prerequisite courses with a minimum of “C” and a 3.25 prerequisite GPA.

Your adviser will work with you to ensure that you take the required prerequisite courses to qualify for this program.

For additional information, contact Leigh Kreshel at lakreshel@mnu.edu

University Cooperative Program

Advantages of the MNU & Washington University School of Engineering and Applied Science cooperative program:

  • 3+2 Option: Students spend 3 years at MNU and then transfer to WashU for 2 years to earn an undergraduate engineering degree from WashU and a bachelor’s degree from MNU, or
  • 3+3 Option: Students spend 3 years at MNU and then transfer to WashU for 3 years to earn an undergraduate engineering degree from WashU, a bachelor’s degree from MNU, plus a master’s in engineering from WashU.
  • Combines the best of MNU with the strength of a top engineering school
  • Students participating in the 3+3 options receive a 50-60% tuition discount at WashU
  • GRE is not required for admission

To qualify for entry into the program at MNU students must:

  • Enter the program at MNU at the beginning of the freshman year through the application process
  • Maintain an overall GPA of 3.25 or better in science and mathematics courses
  • Meet regularly with the MNU pre-professional committee

To qualify for program completion at WashU students must:

  • Complete all General Education requirements at MNU
  • Complete a minimum of 90 credit hours of transferable college credit
  • Complete the following courses:
    • Chemistry: one semester of general chemistry with lab
    • Computer Programming: One course or certified proficiency in a high-level language
    • English Composition: One course or certified proficiency
    • Humanities and Social Sciences: At least 15 hours (see WashU website for specific prerequisites)
    • Mathematics: See WashU website for specific prerequisites
    • Physics: One year calculus-based physics with lab
  • See WashU website for department-specific prerequisites

To learn more about program offerings at MNU and degree specific prerequisites, visit engineering.wustl.edu/dualdegree

Other restrictions and qualifications may apply.

For additional information, contact Craig Masters at cmasters@mnu.edu

Give Online

To make a one-time or recurring gift, please use our secure online form. 

Recurring gifts are processed on the 10th or 25th of each month. You may modify a recurring gift at any time by calling our office.

Give Crypto

Why Do We Accept Cryptocurrency Donations?

MidAmerica Nazarene University Foundation recognizes the growing significance of cryptocurrency in today’s economy. Donors may find it beneficial to make cryptocurrency contributions and should consult their tax advisor regarding how these donations may fit into their tax strategy.

Why Donate Cryptocurrency?

For donors in the United States, the IRS has classified cryptocurrency as a form of property. This means that when you donate Bitcoin or other cryptocurrencies to a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, such as the MNU Foundation, you may be required to pay capital gains tax on donated cryptocurrency and still be able to claim a deduction for your gift. Please consult your tax advisor for more information.

MidAmerica Nazarene University Foundation Gift Acceptance Requirements

In accordance with the MNU Foundation Gift Acceptance Policy, all contributions of cryptocurrency are immediately converted to cash upon receipt and cannot be refunded for any reason. While we are happy to honor requests for public anonymity, donors must identify themselves when making a cryptocurrency charitable contribution.

For more information, contact Associate Vice President Christa Jenkins at ccjenkins@mnu.edu or 913.971.3607.

Make your gift through our cryptocurrency partner.

Give Securities

To transfer securities to the MNU Foundation electronically via the Depository Trust Company (DTC), please provide the following information to your broker:

Charles Schwab

DTC #: 0164
Account Holder: MidAmerica Nazarene University Foundation
Account Number: 4867-1893

It is our desire to appropriately acknowledge the generosity of our donors in a timely and accurate manner. To assist with the identification of your gift, please ask your broker to include your name and address in the DTC transfer instructions. In addition, please notify our Associate Vice President, Christa Jenkins, of your gift and intended designation via email at ccjenkins@mnu.edu or by phone at 913.971.3607.

As soon as a securities gift is received and matched to a donor, the MNU Foundation will send an acknowledgment letter stating the nature of the gift, the gift valuation date, and the gift valuation amount.

Give by Mail​

Checks should be made payable to MNU Foundation and the designation should be included in the memo line. Mail to University Advancement, 2030 E. College Way, Olathe, KS 66062.

Employer Matching

Many companies and corporate foundations encourage their employees’ philanthropic efforts by matching their contributions to non-profit organizations such as MidAmerica Nazarene University. Some companies will even match the donations made by retirees and/or spouses, gifts of volunteering, or offer payroll deduction. In most cases, MidAmerica receives dollar-for-dollar matches. But in some cases, the company’s match doubles or triples the employee’s gift. Use the search bar below to see if your gift is eligible for employer matching!

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