October 2018
Ping Pong Tournament
Ready to compete for the title of campus ping pong champion? This singles tournament is double elimination, and the winner will receive the grand prize! Sign up below to play!
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H.B. Charles, Jr. Book Signing
Sword & Trowel Bookstore is hosting a book signing with H.B. Charles on Wednesday from 2:00-2:30pm. Also, all H.B. Charles titles will be 35% off Tuesday and Wednesday of this week.
Find out more »November 2018
Student Showcase Concert
Join us at the coffee shop in the Student Center on Friday night at 8pm for our second Student Showcase Concert! Enjoy some coffee on us and enjoy music provided by Hannah Thomas, Daniel Day, and others. We look forward to seeing you there!
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Parents’ Night Out
It's important for mom and dad to have a date night as often as possible. We know that can be challenging, especially trying to find someone to watch your kids. On Friday, November 9, from 5-8pm in the Mathena Student Center, the office of Student Life & Events is partnering with FTC Kids to offer you free childcare! (Children 12 and under only, please). Dinner and snacks will be provided. The doors will open promptly at 5pm. Please be punctual…
Find out more »Finals Week Fun
We know finals can be stressful, but Student Life & Events wants to make sure you have fun in the midst of all your studies and papers. Join us November 28-30 and December 3-4 from 8pm to 12am in the Student Center for a surprise each day, as a well deserved study break. SL&E is providing snacks and study space for finals week! Join us on the following evenings for extended hours in the Student Center (open until midnight) and…
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Finals Week Fun
We know finals can be stressful, but Student Life & Events wants to make sure you have fun in the midst of all your studies and papers. Join us November 28-30 and December 3-4 from 8pm to 12am in the Student Center for a surprise each day, as a well deserved study break. SL&E is providing snacks and study space for finals week! Join us on the following evenings for extended hours in the Student Center (open until midnight) and…
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Dr. Owen Strachan Book Signing
Join us in the Sword & Trowel bookstore for Dr. Owen Strachan's book signing event. Always In God's Hands will be on sale for a special price of $15.99 from 12:30-1:30pm, during the event. We hope to see you there!
Find out more »January 2019
Dinner with the Dean
All new college students are invited to join Dean Sam Bierig and his family for a FREE dinner in the Student Center on January 12 from 6pm to 8pm. Must RSVP below to attend. We hope to see you there!
Find out more »Spring Kickoff
Come join us for our first annual Student Life Spring Kickoff! We will have live music & worship, free coffee provided by our own Seminary coffee shop, free Chick-Fil-A, and open gym time with various mini-tournaments people can compete in for prizes (dodgeball, b-ball, and ping pong). We hope to see you there!
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Intramurals: Basketball
Recruit your team and sign up to be a part of Midwestern’s first Intramural Basketball season! The season will kick off on Monday night January 28 at 6pm, but please have your team checked-in by 5:30pm on the first day. These will be 4 on 4 games with a maximum of 6 players per team. Captains may sign up their entire team if they know their tshirt sizes (one eventbrite "ticket" per individual), or individuals may sign up and indicate which team…
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Sola Book Signing
Sword & Trowel Bookstore is hosting a book signing with Dr. Allen, Dr. Duesing, Dr. Barrett, Dr. Strachan and Jared Wilson, all five contributors to Sola: How the Five Solas Are Still Reforming the Church. The Sola book will be 50% off this day only. Join us in the Bookstore at 11:15am after Chapel for this event.
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Intramurals: Basketball
Sign-ups for Intramural Basketball will be available soon. Save the date: starting January 28th and every Monday evening following. Will be held in the Student Center gym.
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New Park Coffee Cupping
In a coffee cupping, individuals simply taste a coffee as a way to test and evaluate it. Coffee has subtle notes and hints of flavors that aren’t always immediately recognizable (even to the well trained palate). In this inaugural coffee cupping, we’ll be tasting 6 different single origin coffees, roasted by Messenger Coffee, to evaluate their aroma, fragrance, acidity, sweetness, body, cleanliness, balance, and more. Most importantly, this event is free! But don’t wait, there are only seven spots!
Find out more »March 2019
Parents’ Night Out
It’s important for mom and dad to have a date night as often as possible. We know that can be challenging, especially trying to find someone to watch your kids. On Friday, March 1, from 5-8pm in the Mathena Student Center, the office of Student Life & Events is partnering with FTC Kids to offer you free childcare! (Children 12 and under only, please). Dinner and snacks will be provided. The doors will open promptly at 5pm. Please be punctual…
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March Madness Event
Join us for Midwestern's first March Madness Event! The March Madness event is this Friday (March 22) at 6:00 PM in the Mathena Student Center (MSC). The opening round of the tournament will be on each TV, wings and drinks will be provided, and we will have our own 3-on-3 basketball tournament. Each member of the winning team will receive a $50 gift card to the Sword and Trowel bookstore. You can sign up the night of the event, or…
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BookTalks with Dr. Matthew Barrett
Sword and Trowel Campus Bookstore will host the first BookTalks event featuring Dr. Matthew Barrett and his latest book, None Greater, where you'll hear an overview of the book and engage in a time of Q&A. There will also be a book signing with Dr. Barrett, and the book will be on sale at Sword and Trowel for only $11.99. The event will be held Tuesday, March 26 at 11:30am at the Mathena Student Center in the President's Reception Room.…
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Sword & Trowel Bookstore April Sale
Join us for some great sales in the month of April: Week 1-Book Sale 40-75% off Week 2-Scripture Journals and Sets 50% off Week 3-Select ESV Study Bibles 50% off Week 4-Sweatshirts and Hoodies 25% off Week 5-Summer Textbooks 30% off (April 29 and 30 only)
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Dodgeball Tournament
**EDIT - Due to a lack of participants, we are changing the four week tournament to a one night tournament! Sign up your team to play on April 1 at 6pm! Recruit your team and sign up to be a part of Midwestern’s first Intramural Dodgeball season! These will be 4 on 4 games with a maximum of 6 players per team. Both men and women are welcome to play (mixed teams welcomed but not required) Captains may sign up…
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Finals Week Fun
Finals Week: Spring 2019 Wednesday, April 24 8pm – 12am Event TBD Sodas and water available Thursday, April 25 8pm – 12am Chips and Dip Sodas and water available Friday, April 26 (Spring Picnic) Saturday, April 27 (No Event) Sunday, April 28 (All-nighter) 8pm – 5:30am Free Coffee (Tomlinson Café) Sodas & water available Monday, April 29 8pm – 12am Ice Cream bar Sodas & water available Tuesday, April 30 8pm – 12am Bonfire & S’mores Sodas and water available…
Find out more »Finals Week Fun (cont.)
Finals Week: Spring 2019 Wednesday, April 24 8pm – 12am Event TBD Sodas and water available Thursday, April 25 8pm – 12am Chips and Dip Sodas and water available Friday, April 26 (Spring Picnic) Saturday, April 27 (No Event) Sunday, April 28 (All-nighter) 8pm – 5:30am Free Coffee (Tomlinson Café) Sodas & water available Monday, April 29 8pm – 12am Ice Cream bar Sodas & water available Tuesday, April 30 8pm – 12am Bonfire & S’mores Sodas and water available…
Find out more »August 2019
Meet on the Lawn
Meet on the Lawn is the first gathering of the Midwestern community for the year, as we welcome new students on to campus! Starting at 6:30pm, we will have a cookout, live music with the Lamont Landers Band, firepits & s'mores, yard games, sodas, and plenty of opportunity to fellowship. This event will take place on the lawn in front of the Student Center. We will see you there!
Find out more »Tomlinson Cafe Brew Demo
The grinder you use, coffee you choose, and yes, even the water from your sink, can alter the taste of your cup of coffee. Join us for this inaugural brew demo on Wed. Aug. 21 at 3pm in the Mathena Student Center. We'll be demonstrating how to brew a delicious and clean cup of coffee using the Kalita Wave. Space is limited (15 spots) so sign-up now.
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Parents’ Night Out
It’s important for mom and dad to have a date night as often as possible. We know that can be challenging, especially trying to find someone to watch your kids. So, let us take care of that for you – for free! On Friday, September 13, from 5-8pm in the Mathena Student Center, the Office of Student Life & Events would like to hang out with your kids! (Children 12 and under only, please). Dinner and snacks will be provided.…
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Open Mic Night
Co-sponsored by the Department of Worship Ministries and Student Life, Open Mic night provides opportunities for all students on campus to collectively share their artistic gifts with others in an environment of support and grace. From original musical compositions to poems and everything in between, students gather throughout the year to encourage one another and worship the Lord together during the corporate gathering. Students must register to participate. Interested in participating in Open Mic Night? Fill out the form…
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Movie Night: Toy Story 4
Bring the family to the MSC Gymnasium at 6:00 pm on Friday, Oct. 25 for a Movie Night! We will enjoy watching Toy Story 4 and there will be FREE concessions provided.
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Better Together: Book Talk with Robert Matz & John Mark Yeats
Join authors Drs. Robert Matz and John Mark Yeats as they discuss their new book Better Together: You, Your Church, and the Cooperative Program. The Book Talk will consist of a short presentation by Matz and Yeats, a conversation with Midwestern Seminary president Dr. Jason Allen, and an audience Q&A. The first fifteen people in the door get the book for free. The event will be held in the Mathena Student Center Presidential Reception Room on Midwestern Seminary's campus from…
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Parents’ Night Out
It’s important for mom and dad to have a date night as often as possible. We know that can be challenging, especially trying to find someone to watch your kids. So, let us take care of that for you – for free! On Friday, November 15, from 5-8pm in the Mathena Student Center, the Office of Student Life & Events would like to hang out with your kids! (Children 12 and under only, please). Dinner and snacks will be provided.…
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Finals Fun Week
Finals Week: Fall 2019 All events will be held in the Student Center, unless stated otherwise. Firepit/S'mores Break Sunday, December 1 8pm – 12am Late night pancakes/French toast Monday, December 2 8pm – 12am Finals Week Frustration come bash a truck with the best of them Tuesday, December 3 in the Chapel Parking Lot 8pm – 12am Fourth Meal Mexican Fiesta Wednesday, December 4 8pm – 12am
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Wonderful Winter Welcome
Our Wonderful Winter Welcome will be a most marvelous night, Where music and food and games fill the Student Center with delight. It may be cold and breezy, we may see a snowflake or two, But on the 17th of January, you’ll know what to do. Join us at 6:30, bring your family or come alone, By the end of this event, we’re sure you’ll be well-known. We hope to see you soon for our “welcome back” event. After the…
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Superbowl Watch Party: Chiefs vs 49ers
Come and join us on Sunday, February 2 to watch the Chiefs play in the Super Bowl! Kickoff is at 5:30pm and appetizers and drinks will be provided. We hope to see you there, as we cheer on our Kansas City Chiefs in a historic game!
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Fulfill Your *Student Ministry: A Manifesto and Field Guide – BookTalk with Dean Sam Bierig
Join Dean Sam Bierig as he discusses his new book Fulfill Your *Student Ministry: A Manifesto and Field Guide. The Book Talk will consist of a short presentation by the author, a conversation with Midwestern Seminary president Dr. Jason Allen, and an audience Q&A. Dean Sam Bierig will be available for book signings after the event. The event will be held in the Mathena Student Center Reception Hall on Midwestern Seminary's campus from 11:00am to 12:00pm. The first 10 people…
Find out more »Parents’ Night Out
It’s important for mom and dad to have a date night as often as possible. We know that can be challenging, especially trying to find someone to watch your kids. So, let us take care of that for you – for free! On Friday, February 21, from 5-8pm in the Mathena Student Center, the Office of Student Life & Events would like to hang out with your kids! (Children 12 and under only, please). Dinner and snacks will be…
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Parents’ Night Out
It’s important for mom and dad to have a date night as often as possible. We know that can be challenging, especially trying to find someone to watch your kids. So, let us take care of that for you – for free! On Friday, February 21, from 5-8pm in the Mathena Student Center, the Office of Student Life & Events would like to hang out with your kids! (Children 12 and under only, please). Dinner and snacks will be provided.…
Find out more »Intramural Basketball Tournament
Get a team together and come out to play in our basketball tournament on February 24 at 6pm in the Mathena Student Center Gymnasium. This will be a 3-on-3 tournament and the winning team will get t-shirts and gift cards to the Tomlinson Cafe. You will need to sign you team up via IM Leagues. See the link below. For rules and sign-ups, please visit IM Leagues via this link. We hope to see you there!
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Campus-Wide Scavenger Hunt
Join us THIS FRIDAY for our first ever Campus-Wide Scavenger Hunt! If you would like to participate, start at the Mathena Student Center front desk at any time of the day on Friday, February 12. Participants can register as individuals or on teams of 3-5 people. Pick up a Scavenger Hunt Card from the MSC front desk, and from there, you will be directed to the first clue. Once you have completed the hunt, turn your card back into the front desk. Winners will be announced via MBTS Student Life social media…
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New Student Expo
Want to check out what Kansas City has to offer? Then stop by the New Student Expo in the Mathena Student Center Gymnasium from 11am to 1pm. This event is for both new and returning students! There are over 30 organizations, businesses, and churches ready to meet you. The first 50 through the door get a Chick-Fil-A sandwich! Also, Security will be set up in the Recreation Area printing student IDs and helping register you vehicle. If you have not been able to…
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Volleyball Tailgate
Come out and show your support for your Spurgeon Knights Volleyball team! We will have Lilo's, games, and giveaways to celebrate our first home game of the year. Mark your calendars for August 31 at 5:30pm, game is at 6:00pm!
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Home Volleyball Game
Come support our Spurgeon Knights Volleyball team at a home game in the Mathena Student Center gymnasium. For more info on the Volleyball team visit: Spurgeon Knights Volleyball
Find out more »Home Volleyball Game
Come support our Spurgeon Knights Volleyball team at a home game in the Mathena Student Center gymnasium. For more info on the Volleyball team visit: Spurgeon Knights Volleyball
Find out more »Home Volleyball Game
Come support our Spurgeon Knights Volleyball team at a home game in the Mathena Student Center gymnasium. For more info on the Volleyball team visit: Spurgeon Knights Volleyball
Find out more »Home Volleyball Game
Come support our Spurgeon Knights Volleyball team at a home game in the Mathena Student Center gymnasium. For more info on the Volleyball team visit: Spurgeon Knights Volleyball
Find out more »Home Volleyball Game
Come support our Spurgeon Knights Volleyball team at a home game in the Mathena Student Center gymnasium. For more info on the Volleyball team visit: Spurgeon Knights Volleyball
Find out more »Home Volleyball Game
Come support our Spurgeon Knights Volleyball team at a home game in the Mathena Student Center gymnasium. For more info on the Volleyball team visit: Spurgeon Knights Volleyball
Find out more »Home Volleyball Game
Come support our Spurgeon Knights Volleyball team at a home game in the Mathena Student Center gymnasium. For more info on the Volleyball team visit: Spurgeon Knights Volleyball
Find out more »October 2021
Knight’s Night Scrimmage & Bonfire
Join the second annual Men's Basketball Knight's Night Scrimmage on October 19! See your Knights take to the court for the first time this season at 7:00pm in an inter-squad scrimmage. Compete in games for prizes and cheer on your team. Afterwards come to the after-game bonfire at the Gazebos. Admission is free.
Find out more »Home Volleyball Game
Come support our Spurgeon Knights Volleyball team at a home game in the Mathena Student Center gymnasium. For more info on the Volleyball team visit: Spurgeon Knights Volleyball
Find out more »November 2021
Intramural Series: Ping Pong
Intramural Tournament Series - Fall 2021 The Intramural Tournament Series begins on Oct 25! Join us for an intramural season featuring Spikeball (October 25), ping pong (November 1), and 3v3 basketball (November 8). Sign up to compete in one or all three activities, one each week on Monday evenings. Please sign up by the Friday before each tournament day. You do not need to sign up for all and can choose to compete in just one sport. An individual (ping pong) or…
Find out more »Intramural Series: 3v3 Basketball
Intramural Tournament Series - Fall 2021 The Intramural Tournament Series begins on Oct 25! Join us for an intramural season featuring Spikeball (October 25), ping pong (November 1), and 3v3 basketball (November 8). Sign up to compete in one or all three activities, one each week on Monday evenings. Please sign up by the Friday before each tournament day. You do not need to sign up for all and can choose to compete in just one sport. An individual (ping pong) or…
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Parents’ Night Out
It’s important for mom and dad to have a date night as often as possible. We know that can be challenging, especially trying to find someone to watch your kids. So, let us take care of that for you – for free! On Friday, November 12, from 5-8pm in the Mathena Student Center, the Office of Student Life & Events would like to hang out with your kids! (Children 12 and under only, please). Dinner and snacks will be provided.…
Find out more »December 2021
Finals Fun Week
Students, join the Finals Fun Week activities to help you unwind during finals week! We will have events that support studying, but also events that support taking a break from studying. Each event starts at 8:00pm. Dec. 5: Firepit Dec. 6: Taco Bell Fourth Meal Dec. 7: Fun & Games The Mathena Student Center will be open until 12:00am every night.
Find out more »January 2022
Basketball Tailgate & Home Game
Join us for an awesome welcome back event with your campus community! Enjoy free dinner, dessert, games, giveaways, and more, as we cheer on our Spurgeon Knights basketball team in a home game. The event starts at 5:30pm and game will start at 7pm. We hope to see you there!
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Back to School Cereal Bar
Come to the Student Life & Events Office in the MSC on the first day of classes for a special treat! Enjoy a cereal bar with your fellow classmates before or after class from 8:00am - 11:30am. We hope you this helps you have a great start to your semester!
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Bingo Night
Join us in the MSC Gym for Bingo Night! Try your hand to win up to 20 possible prizes and enjoy snacks galore. There is no cost to attend or participate. See you there!
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Finals Week Fun
Student Life wants to help you survive finals week this semester! Come out for our Finals Week Fun events on May 1-4. All events will be held in the Student Center, unless stated otherwise. Bingo & Coffee Sunday, May 1 8pm – 12am Pickleball Playtime (at The Sandbox) Monday, May 2 8pm – 11pm at the Sandbox - CANCELED due to weather 8pm – 12am MSC & Library open* *Cambros of coffee available for free at MSC. Finals Week…
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Intramural Basketball Tournament
In the coming weeks, Student Life and Events is offering multiple Intramural Tournaments for you to participate in! Get a team together or compete individually (ping pong) to enjoy a time of activity and fun with your fellow students. See details below: 10/18 – Ping Pong 1v1 double elimination tournament starting at 6:00pm (MSC Rec Area) 10/22 – 5v5 Flag Football double elimination tournament starting at 9:00am (Intramural Field) 11/8 – 4v4 Basketball double elimination tournament starting at 6:00pm (MSC…
Find out more »Intramural Wallyball Tournament
In the coming weeks, Student Life and Events is offering multiple Intramural Tournaments for you to participate in! Get a team together or compete individually (ping pong) to enjoy a time of activity and fun with your fellow students. See details below: 10/18 – Ping Pong 1v1 double elimination tournament starting at 6:00pm (MSC Rec Area) 10/22 – 5v5 Flag Football double elimination tournament starting at 9:00am (Intramural Field) 11/8 – 4v4 Basketball double elimination tournament starting at 6:00pm (MSC…
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Finals Week
To help students do their best on finals, the Mathena Student Center and Coppenger Library will plan to stay open late. The MSC will be open 8:00pm to 12:00am November 30, December 1, 5, and 6. The library will be open 8:00pm to 12:00am on December 5, and 6. The Office of Student Life & Events is providing a cambro of free coffee each night at the MSC. First come first serve!
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Bingo Night
Dress up in your best grandma and grandpa attire, and join us in the MSC Gym for Bingo Night! Try your hand to win up to 20 possible prizes and enjoy snacks galore. Those who dress up will be entered to win a prize! There is no cost to attend or participate. See you there!
Find out more »October 2023
Chapel Service, Ribbon Cutting, & BBQ Lunch
Enjoy a FREE Kansas City Barbecue Tour with other students, faculty, and staff to celebrate the completion of the Spurgeon College Residence Hall. The morning schedule includes the following: 10:00 AM - Chapel 11:15 AM - Ribbon Cutting 11:30 AM - Taste of KC BBQ Luncheon
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