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.
Programming & Traditions create a vibrant campus community
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.
St. Pat's
St. Pats is S&T's premier tradition. First celebrated in 1908, St. Pat's has more than a century of history, culture, and pride rooted in S&T and the Rolla community. Learn more about how S&T celebrates the Best Ever St. Pats every year.
Learn more about St. Pats
Homecoming
S&T celebrates Homecoming in fall every year. Homecoming serves as a great opportunity for alumni and current students alike to network, cheer on S&T sports teams, and celebrate the success of Miners worldwide.
Learn more about Homecoming
MinerRama & Spring O'Rama
MinerRama & Spring O'Rama are S&T's signature involvement fairs. More than 100 Recognized Student Organizations table at these events in the fall and spring, showcasing their organization to new students and to those looking to get involved.
Learn more about MinerRama & Spring O'Rama
Weekly Programming
Many campus entities host fun and engaging programs available to all students each week. Learn more about the programs available and opportunities to relax and have fun.
Learn more about Weekly Programming
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
573-341-4286 | jg6cw@mst.edu |
229B Havener Center
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
573-341-4500 | gtclayton@mst.edu |
227 Havener Center
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
(573) 341-4422 | tghbm4@mst.edu |
226 Havener Center
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
573-341-6771 | teri.beaugard@mst.edu |
242Havener Center
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