Homecoming
Home is Where the Miners Are
Homecoming at S&T is a multi‑day celebration filled with tradition, spirit, and community. S&T alumni are invited to return to campus every fall semester to reconnect with peers, participate in festivities, and celebrate the current and future generations of Miners. Events are designed for all to enjoy with multiple interests, from long‑standing campus traditions to new experiences that showcase the best of MS&T.
Learn more about how S&T celebrates its campus community and Miner pride through homecoming.
History of Homecoming
The first known Homecoming on Missouri School of Mines (MSM) campus was a long weekend in April of 1919. Homecoming included a dance, a student performance, two baseball games, a tennis tournament, and a Commencement Ball with an orchestra. The following year, Homecoming was moved to fall for alumni to reconnect easier. On Nov. 4, 1921, the MSM Alumni Association was formed during the Homecoming celebration, and Arthur D. Terrell, MinE 1898, CE 1898, was elected as its first president. Volunteers soon began building the organization, and alumni sections were formed in major cities across the U.S. The forming of our Alumni Association created the basis for Homecoming as we know it, and MAA plays a major role in bringing alumni back to campus each year for Homecoming. Over the decades, numerous student activities have been conducted on the Rolla campus during Homecoming, from the IFC New Member Pajama Race to a Joe Miner lookalike contest, the biggest addition being the annual Saturday football game. Homecoming has also hosted headliner entertainment performances such as the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, Don McLean and 38 Special.
2022 Homecoming Court
From left to right: Abigail Lebar, Holly Jarvis, Lara Elkady (Queen), Mark McCann (King), Carter Crews, Alexandra Custer, Joseph Amrein
Members of the 2026 Queen's Court:
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- Queen - Lara Elkady, a senior in information science and technology from Springfield, Missouri.
- Member – Carter Crews, a senior in aerospace engineering from Ava, Missouri.
- Member – Alexandra Custer, a junior in psychology from Kirkwood, Missouri.
- Member – Holly Jarvis, a senior in business and management systems from Potosi, Missouri.
- Member – Abigail Lebar, a first-year student in aerospace engineering from Chatham, Illinois.
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Members of the 2026 Knights court:
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- King – Mark McCann, a first-year student in nuclear engineering from Marionville, Missouri.
- Member – Joseph Amrein, a sophomore in biological sciences from Saint Louis.
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Homecoming Court Nominations
The Homecoming Court is selected by a vote of the S&T student body. Court members are nominated by and represent a Recognized Student Organization. All nominated candidates that meet the requirements to be a member of Court are added onto the Homecoming election ballot. All Homecoming Court nominees must meet the following requirements:
- Have a 2.5 cumulative GPA
- Be in good academic standing
- Represent a Recognized Student Organization (RSO)
- Have a nomination submitted before the deadline
- Not held a prior Homecoming Court position
Homecoming Events
Homecoming at Missouri S&T is more than a weekend it’s a weeklong chance to create memories with multiple activities that last a lifetime. From traditions to new moments shared with friends, we want students and alumni to feel connected to the spirit, pride, and history of the campus. Whether you’re cheering at events, participating in the weeklong activities, or simply soaking in the atmosphere, Homecoming traditions are where stories are made and Miner pride comes alive.
Homecoming offers many events for students and alumni to connect with one another and embrace life at S&T. Check out the events that make our Homecoming a special time for all Miners.
- Court Reveal
- Football Game
- Honorary Knights Reception
- Legends Luncheon
- Silver and Gold Reception
- St. Pat's Sweatshirt Reveal
Court Reveal
The Homecoming Court is chosen via a vote of the study body leading up to the Homecoming football game. At Saturday's football game, the Homecoming King and Queen are revealed along with the runners-up.
Football Game
The Homecoming football game is held on the Saturday of Homecoming every year. Tailgating is encouraged in the parking lots outside of Allgood-Bailey Stadium, along with meals hosted by various organizations. A small welcome parade leads students into the stadium to watch the Miner football team defeat their opponent.
Tickets to the game can be purchased via the Minertix Ticket Office.
Honorary Knights Reception
Honorary Knights are a major component of S&T's St. Pat's tradition in the spring. As Honorary Knights travel back to S&T for Homecoming festivities, the St. Pat's Board invites all Honorary Knights to a reception at a local business in Rolla to celebrate Homecoming and look forward to more good memories to be made.
Legends Luncheon
The Homecoming Legends Luncheon is a banquet designed to honor S&T's many legendary alumni. Held on the Friday before the football game, the Legends Luncheon is hosted in the Hasselmann Alumni House and welcomes back many alumni to witness their peers accept awards given out by the Alumni Association. Awards are designed to recognize outstanding professional and academic achievement amongst the many S&T and UMR alumni helping to make the world a better place.
Learn more about the Legends Luncheon on the Miner Alumni Association website.
Silver and Gold Reception
The Silver and Gold Reception is a dinner hosted by the Miner Alumni Association designed to connect current students with alumni. Alumni are able to purchase tickets to enjoy an excellent dinner and meet with student leaders to discuss the academics, involvement, plans for after college, and network.
Learn more about the Legends Luncheon on the Miner Alumni Association website.
St. Pat's Sweatshirt Reveal
St. Pat's is S&T's longest-standing tradition, and the Pat's revelry begins every year during Homecoming. On the Friday before the football game, students and alumni alike gather at the Sunnywall next to the University Police station to watch as the St. Pat's Board unveils the next St. Pat's theme and sweatshirt design. This event brings alumni together and serves as the jumping off point for the next tradition following Homecoming.
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Be sure to visit the Homecoming PhotoShelter to see photos of past Homecoming celebrations!
Volunteer for Homecoming
The Homecoming Committee is overseen by Student Involvement and consists of students and staff. The committee manages all aspects of planning Homecoming festivities outside of Athletics and Miner Alumni Association events. Information about the Homecoming Committee will be available soon.
If you would like to be involved with planning and implementing Homecoming, please fill out the Homecoming Volunteers Form to receive more information.
Contact Us
Learn more about getting involved with Homecoming by emailing involvement@mst.edu.
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