Programming & Traditions create a vibrant campus community

Missouri S&T has numerous opportunities for students to engage in fun, vibrant, and energizing activities. Daily campus programming and signature traditions like St. Pat's and Homecoming play a vital role in shaping the student experience. Ongoing programming hosted by Student Involvement, the Student Union Board, and campus departments provide consistent opportunities for involvement, leadership development, and community building, ensuring students feel connected beyond the classroom. Decades-old large-scale traditions like St. Pat’s and Homecoming foster school spirit, celebrate institutional pride, and create shared experiences that unite students, alumni, and the broader campus community. Together, these efforts cultivate a vibrant, engaged campus culture that enhances student success and strengthens lifelong connections to the university.

Get Involved in Programming & Traditions

Exciting programs occur daily and traditions cement S&T's history and culture. Check out the links below to learn more about the fun opportunities S&T provides to all students.

 

 

Programming & Traditions Staff

Student Involvement staff support a variety of events, traditions, and organizations responsible for programming. Meet our staff that support these events.

Josh Gruenke

Director of Student Involvement

Responsibilities
  • Comprehensive oversight of student involvement, including Recognized Student Organizations, Fraternity & Sorority Life, campus programming & traditions, and New Student Orientation and Welcome.
Grant Clayton

Assistant Director of Student Involvement

Responsibilities
  • Advises the St. Pat's Board
  • Supervises the Peer Involvement Advisors (PIAs)
  • Oversees student organization registration, training, and administration
  • Manages the MinerLink student engagement platform
  • Assists the Director of Student Involvement with oversight and vision of the Office of Student Involvement
Tera Humphrey

Programming Manager

Responsibilities
  • Advises the Student Union Board (SUB)
  • Hosts weekly programming for the student body
  • Assists student organizations with event planning and coordinates campus concerts
  • Plans and executes MinerRama and Spring O'Rama
  • Oversees Recognized Student Organization storage facilities
Teri Beaugard

Traditions Coordinator

Responsibilities
  • Co-advises the St. Pat's Board
  • Oversees Homecoming programming for students
  • Assists with carrying out Welcome Week
  • Serves as a steward for all campus traditions