The alumni relations staff is committed to creating lasting opportunities to keep you connected to the institution you love. Each year, homecoming is meant to reconnect you with fellow Vikings and Missouri Valley College. From on-campus activities to on-the-field action, every Viking will be able to find reasons galore to return for this beloved fall weekend.
Homecoming
Tickets must be purchased to attend the Outstanding Alumni Banquet, 50+ Club Breakfast and the Athletic Hall of Fame Brunch. Please RSVP by October 10, 2025. Limited seating is available. Reservations will be checked at the door.
2025 Homecoming Schedule of Events
**Reservations required for these events. All events, times and locations are subject to
change. For updates visit: www.moval.edu/homecoming or call 660.831.4620
Friday, October 24
| 3:00 p.m. Malcolm Center Bistro |
Registration & Campus Tours Check-In/Pickup Name Tag Tour campus with an MVC Student Ambassador |
| 5:00 p.m. Malcolm Center for Student Life, Astrid & Emma Multipurpose Center |
**Outstanding Alumni Banquet Doors open at 4:30 Join us in honoring the accomplishments of our Outstanding Alumni: David Cano – 1983 Bryan Berlin – 1979 Alan Markowitz – 1969 Travis Hitzeman – 1999 Outstanding Young Alumnus: Paulina Biega – 2017 Celebrating and recognizing anniversary classes: 1965, 1975, 1985, 1995, 2005, 2010, 2015, 2020 Valley Women’s Organization Reignited TICKETS MUST BE PURCHASED TO ATTEND THIS EVENT. LIMITED SEATING AVAILABLE |
| 7:00 p.m. Gregg-Mitchell Field |
Torch Run Ed Leslie Torch Run with Alumni and Current Student Athletes Contact Ben Lister: listerb@moval.edu |
| 7:30 p.m. Corner of College and Conway |
Bonfire & Alumni Social Open to the general public |
Saturday, October 25
| 7:30 a.m. Ferguson Formal Lounge |
**50+ Club Breakfast (Complimentary Event) Open to alumni who have achieved 50 or more years of alumni status RSVP REQUIRED TO ATTEND THIS EVENT. LIMITED SEATING AVAILABLE |
| 9:00 a.m. Marshall Square to Campus |
Homecoming Parade Questions contact James Rowlett – Director of Student Affairs: rowlettj@moval.edu or 660-831-4009 |
| 10:30 a.m. Malcolm Center for Student Life, Astrid & Emma Multipurpose Center |
**Athletic Hall of Fame Brunch 2025 Inductees: Clarissa Chun – 2002 Josh Miller – 2005 Lawyer Evans – 2000 Joseph Burk – 1989 Damon Collins – 2010 1995 Women’s Track and Field RSVP REQUIRED TO ATTEND THIS EVENT. LIMITED SEATING AVAILABLE |
| 11:00 a.m. West of Burns Athletic Complex |
Viking Tailgate Zone Contact Regan Godsey for further details: RNG8002@moval.edu |
| 2:00 p.m. Gregg-Mitchell Field |
Viking Football vs. Missouri Baptist On-field recognition at halftime of Outstanding Alumni and Athletic Hall of Fame Honorees |
| 6:00 p.m. Marshall Square |
Block Party Open to the general public Enjoy live music, good food and community! |