Sesquicentennial Celebration
1867-2017
When Joseph Baldwin opened the North Missouri Normal School and Commercial College on Sept. 2, 1867, he set the stage for producing generations of thoughtful professionals, engaged citizens, and knowledgeable leaders. Over the last 150 years, the school has experienced many changes, but Baldwin’s legacy of making an impact on the lives of others continues today. During the 2017-2018 academic year, we celebrated Truman State University’s accomplishments and our ability to produce life-long learners who change the world for the better.
Back to School Bash & Sesquicentennial Kickoff
August 25, 2017
Community Thank You Celebration
September 8, 2017
150th Homecoming Celebration
October 14, 2017
1867 Challenge
November 15-16, 2017
The 1867 Giving Challenge celebrated Truman’s 150-year history while building for its future. The campaign lasted 1,867 minutes between November 15 and 16, 2017. During the challenge, there were 449 gifts to Athletics, the Faculty Development Fund and the Truman Fund for Excellence. Including matching donations to these areas, $136,631 was raised during the 1867 Challenge.
Fall Commencement
December 16, 2017
Homecoming Games
Women’s Soccer:
Friday, Oct. 13, 2017
Football:
Saturday, Oct. 14, 2017
Volleyball:
Saturday, Oct. 28, 2017
Wrestling:
Thursday, Nov. 30, 2017
Men’s & Women’s Basketball:
Saturday, Feb. 3, 2018
Holman Family Distinguished Speaker
April 13, 2018
Daymond John from the television series “Shark Tank” gave the Holman Family Distinguished Speakers Series presentation. John is also known for his status as a Presidential Ambassador for Global Entrepreneurship and his recent book, “The Power of Broke,” which become a New York Times bestseller. He now serves as CEO of the brand consultancy The Shark group, which specializes in brand strategy and development.
Sesquicentennial Presidential Celebration
April 14, 2018
The Final Blowout
April 28, 2018
A celebration of Truman’s Sesquicentennial anniversary and the end of the school year. The event offered food (Andy’s custard, Jamaican Jerk Hut, Grill-A-Brothers), attractions, games, prizes, t-shirt decorating, and live music featuring AJ Smith, Dustin Hatzenbuhler, and Black Daniels and the Bears. A professional fireworks display concluded the event.
Spring Commencement
May 12, 2018
