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Truman Experience Weekend

The Truman Experience Weekend is a two-day visit event designed to give future students and their families an opportunity to discover all that Truman has to offer.

With a flexible schedule of events, students and their families can create a personalized experience to familiarize themselves with Truman. All prospective students and their families are invited to register for this special event.



2025-2026 Truman Experience Weekend Dates:

  • Friday, October 3 & Saturday, October 4
  • Friday, April 17 & Saturday, April 18

Register now!

Tentative Schedule

Locations provided in the printed program at Check In


TIMEEVENT
3:30-6:00 p.m.Admissions Counselor Drop-ins available
Check-in
4:30-6:00 p.m.Dinner
• Dining Halls or Food Trucks
6:00-6:50 p.m.Opening Session & Activity
7:00 p.m.Manhattan Short Film Festival at the Planetarium
7:00 p.m.Holman Family Distinguished Speaker Series
7:30 p.m.Truman Theatre Presents: the 39 Steps


TIMEEVENT
8:15-9:45 a.m.• Check-in
• Meet the Faculty Reception
• Abbreviated Campus Tours
9:50-10:20 a.m.Welcome and Admissions
10:20-10:55 a.m.Raising a Bulldog: A Family Panel on College Success
11:00 a.m.-12:15 p.m.• Student Services Fair
• Financial Aid Meetings
11:00 a.m.-11:35 p.m.Session 1
• Residence Life
• The Truman Distinction (Honors Scholars, Study Abroad, Research, and more!)
11:40 a.m.-12:15 p.m.Session 2
• Residence Life
• The Truman Distinction (Honors Scholars, Study Abroad, Research, and more!)
12:15-1:20 p.m.Lunch
1:30-3:20 p.m.Academic Breakouts and Department Tours
• Feel free to explore multiple departments
1:30-5:00 p.m.Independent Advising Sessions offered by the Center of Academic Excellence
• Pre-registration required
2:30-4:30 p.m.• Connect with an Admissions Counselor
• Recreation Center Tours
• Residence Hall Tours & Activities*
3:30-5:00 p.m.Check out with the President
5:00-6:30 p.m.Dinner


Activities will take place 2:30-4:30 p.m. on Saturday

West Campus – Wild Wild West
Main Lobby

Wild Wild West is rolling into town, and you won’t want to miss it! Saddle up and join us for an afternoon of western-themed fun, featuring a Root Beer Saloon where you can kick back with a cold drink and a Duck Lasso challenge to test your aim. Whether you’re showing off your cowboy skills or just enjoying the atmosphere, there’s plenty of fun to go around. Grab your hat, round up your friends, and get ready for a rootin’ tootin’ good time!

Ryle Hall – Cookie Craze
Main Lounge

Join us in Ryle Hall for a fun and tasty activity! At Ryle Hall Cookie Craze you can decorate cookies while connecting with current students and learning more about life at Truman. Whether you’re a decorating pro or just here for the sweets, it’s a great chance to get creative and enjoy a sweet treat during your visit.

Missouri Hall – Paint & Sip
Lobby

Unleash your creativity at MO Hall Paint & Sip! Join us for a fun and relaxing afternoon where you can paint your own masterpiece while enjoying delicious mocktails. No experience is needed—just bring your friends or family, your creativity, and get ready to make some colorful memories (and keychains!). All supplies will be provided, so come sip, paint, and enjoy a great time with the Missouri Hall community!

Blanton-Nason-Brewer Hall – Picture Perfect Campout
1 South Lounge

Escape into the great outdoors—right on campus! Join us for BNB’s Picture Perfect Campout, where you can capture memories at our Polaroid photo booth, bird watch with some friends , and enjoy all the cozy camp vibes. BNB is home to sorority and pet housing, so come find out what makes BNB unique! Not planning to be apart of either? Not to worry, BNB still has traditional housing available.


Students
About the Truman Experience Weekend

Create a custom schedule that works for you. Plan to spend one or two days on campus, then pick and choose events that allow you to make the most of your time on campus through tailored presentations, special events and personal interactions.

Preview

  • take a walking tour of campus
  • learn about Truman's academic departments
  • hear from current students and parents
  • explore students services
  • tour rooms in residence halls
  • connect with faculty members
  • attend events hosted by student organizations
Sample Schedule Generator
Take a behind-the-scenes look at the warm and welcoming community you'll become part of as a Truman Bulldog.

Questions

We’re here to help. We will send you details about check-in once you have registered for the Truman Experience Weekend.

Admissions Office
Phone: (660) 785-4114 or (800) 892-7792
Email: admissions@truman.edu

Truman State University does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its programs and activities, including employment, admissions, and educational programs and activities. Inquiries may be directed to the Institutional Compliance Officer at (660) 785-4354 or titleix@truman.edu.

For disability accommodation, please contact the Institutional Compliance Officer at (660) 785-4354 or titleix@truman.edu or provide the request below in the Questions or Additional Requests box. One week advance notice is appreciated. To request this document in an alternate format, please contact Office of Student Access and Disability Services at (660) 785-4478 or studentaccess@truman.edu.