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𝐀 𝐁𝐄𝐀𝐑𝐂𝐀𝐓 𝐇𝐎𝐌𝐄𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐈𝐍𝐆
𝑯𝑨𝑳𝑳𝑶𝑾𝑬𝑬𝑵 𝑬𝑫𝑰𝑻𝑰𝑶𝑵
🗓️ OCTOBER 26TH - 31ST, 2026

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𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐤 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐫𝐬!

We are thrilled to announce that Northwest Homecoming 2026 will be taking place October 26th-31st!

Get excited Bearcats! 💚 taken in Northwest Missouri State University by @nwhomecoming

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8 months ago

Bearcats, it’s tailgate time 💚🐾

Northwest Student Senate is teaming up with the OSI, Campus Rec, RHA and more to host a Homecoming tailgate full of food, fun, and Northwest spirit. There’s something for everyone, including:

🍔 Free Food & Drinks

🏓 Pickleball, basketball, and outdoor games

🎁 Giveaways, prizes, and opportunities to win $$$

🐾 Student organizations, Greek life, alumni, and plenty of familiar faces, including a meet & greet with Ben Mccollum!

📍 Location: Grube Pickleball Courts

📅 Date: Homecoming: October 31st

⏰ Time: 11:30-Kickoff at 2pm

Stop by and hang as long as you’d like and don’t forget to come to the game to watch us crush Emporia State. We can’t wait to create a new tradition that students can look forward to year after year.

#OABAAB #BearcatNation #NWStudentSenate Homecoming tailgate flyer October 31st 11:30 to 1 Grube tennis courts at rec taken in NWMSU Student Recreation Center by @nwhomecoming

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2 days ago

𝐇𝐎𝐌𝐄𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐑𝐎𝐘𝐀𝐋𝐓𝐘 𝐕𝐎𝐓𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐈𝐒 𝐍𝐎𝐖 𝐎𝐏𝐄𝐍!

The link to vote for your 2026 Homecoming Royalty is in your email through “Northwest Surveys”! Voting will be active until October 28th at 11:59 PM so make sure to cast your votes! The 2026 King & Queen will be announced at the end of the variety show on October 29th!

Only 17 more days until Homecoming!!! taken in Northwest Missouri State University by @nwhomecoming

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𝐆𝐄𝐓 𝐘𝐎𝐔𝐑 𝐕𝐀𝐑𝐈𝐄𝐓𝐘 𝐒𝐇𝐎𝐖 𝐓𝐈𝐂𝐊𝐄𝐓𝐒 𝐍𝐎𝐖!

The Variety Show will be held at 7:00 PM on Thursday, October 29th in the PAC! Get your tickets now to secure your spot for an amazing show!

Scan the QR Code or click the link in our bio 🔗 taken in Northwest Missouri State University by @nwhomecoming

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9 days ago

𝑽𝑶𝑻𝑰𝑵𝑮 𝑩𝑬𝑮𝑰𝑵𝑺 𝑶𝑪𝑻𝑶𝑩𝑬𝑹 14𝑻𝑯!

Swipe to learn more about our 2026 Homecoming King Candidates!

Meet Phillip Motazedi, a senior from Joplin, Missouri, majoring in Digital Media Content Strategy with a minor in Advertising. Phillip serves as Student Senate President, Vice President of Sigma Tau Gamma, and Director of Marketing and Promotions for Student Activities Council.

When asked what being a Bearcat means to him, Phillip shared, “To me, being a Bearcat means being in a place that is dedicated to finding your true potential. Across my four years, I have been blessed to be surrounded by faculty and staff that became my biggest mentors and allies. Here, you can say ‘Yes’ to everything, and that instills a sense of community in all of us that lives on far past our 4 years here.”

Join us in celebrating Phillip as a member of the 2026 Homecoming Royalty Court!

Meet Cole Henderson, a senior from Cameron, Missouri, majoring in Secondary History Education. Cole is involved in Tau Kappa Epsilon and keeps live stats for college sports.

When asked what being a Bearcat means to him, Cole shared, “To me, being a Bearcat means finding a place where I can grow and contribute. Whether I’m in class, leading in my fraternity, or at work, I’m building relationships that make Northwest feel like home. Balancing those responsibilities has taught me to manage my time and understand how much it matters to show up for the people counting on me. The friendships and opportunities I’ve found here make me proud to be a Bearcat and inspire me to give back to the community that has helped me grow.”

Join us in celebrating Cole as a member of the 2026 Homecoming Royalty Court!

Meet Riley Nelson, a senior from Falls City, Nebraska, majoring in Exercise Science. Riley is involved in Interfraternity Council, Sigma Tau Gamma, PE Club, Student Senate, Blue Key Honor Society, and Student Ambassadors.

When asked what being a Bearcat means to him, Riley shared, “Being a Bearcat means growth to me. I’ve had so many opportunities to grow while being at Northwest and get out of my comfort shell in the best way possible. Whether that’s socially, academically or even professio taken in Northwest Missouri State University by @nwhomecoming

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10 days ago

𝑽𝑶𝑻𝑰𝑵𝑮 𝑩𝑬𝑮𝑰𝑵𝑺 𝑶𝑪𝑻𝑶𝑩𝑬𝑹 14𝑻𝑯!

Swipe to learn more about our 2026 Homecoming Queen Candidates!

Stay tuned for our King Candidates tomorrow…

Meet Lily Olsen, a senior from Persia, Iowa, majoring in Secondary Social Studies. Lily is involved in Alpha Sigma Alpha, Student Ambassadors, Order of Omega, Phi Alpha Theta Honor Society, and serves as an Admissions ZeeMee Influencer.

When asked what being a Bearcat means to her, Lily shared, “Being a Bearcat means being part of something larger than yourself. Whether that be academically, organizationally, spiritually, or physically, being a Bearcat means pushing yourself to grow in ways you never knew were possible. Being a Bearcat is saying yes to those new and scary opportunities. It’s about being willing to embrace discomfort and grow from the experience. Being a Bearcat is about learning through a community that supports you not only as a student but as a person. It is about becoming the best versions of ourselves professionally, academically, and personally in a place we Bearcats are proud to call home.”

Join us in celebrating Lily as a member of the 2026 Homecoming Royalty Court!

Meet Chloe Tomney, a senior from Kansas City, Missouri, majoring in Applied Health Sciences with an emphasis in Sports Medicine. Chloe is involved in the Bearcat Steppers Dance Team, Panhellenic Council, Sigma Sigma Sigma, Order of Omega, and Student Mobilization.

When asked what being a Bearcat means to her, Chloe shared, “To me, being a Bearcat means making the most of every opportunity and encouraging those around me to do the same! It’s about trying new things, celebrating other’s successes, lifting each other up, and finding a family within the Northwest community! Being a Bearcat isn’t just about being a student here, but it’s about who we are and who we’re growing into!”

Join us in celebrating Chloe as a member of the 2026 Homecoming Royalty Court!

Meet Madi Richter, a senior from Brock, Nebraska, majoring in Speech and Theatre Education. Madi is involved in USITT, Future Speech and Theatre Educators, Alpha Psi Omega, Res Life, and Theatre Northwest.

When asked what being a Bearcat means to her, Madi sh taken in Northwest Missouri State University by @nwhomecoming

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11 days ago

𝐖𝐞 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐥𝐨𝐨𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐞 𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬!

Interested in participating in the Homecoming parade? We would love to have you! Scan the QR Codes or click the links in our bio!

On-Campus Walk-Ins Close October 18th
Off-Campus Entries stay open until the morning of the parade! taken in Northwest Missouri State University by @nwhomecoming

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CALLING ALL OLIO & EMCEE APPLICANTS!

Olio and emcee applications are NOW OPEN! Check out the link in our bio to apply! taken in Northwest Missouri State University by @nwhomecoming

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𝑯𝑶𝑴𝑬𝑪𝑶𝑴𝑰𝑵𝑮 𝑻-𝑺𝑯𝑰𝑹𝑻𝑺 𝑨𝑹𝑬 𝑵𝑶𝑾 𝑭𝑶𝑹 𝑺𝑨𝑳𝑬! 🎃

You can purchase them by scanning the QR code or clicking the link in our bio! 🔗 taken in Northwest Missouri State University by @nwhomecoming

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2026 𝑯𝑶𝑴𝑬𝑪𝑶𝑴𝑰𝑵𝑮 𝑺𝑯𝑰𝑹𝑻 𝑹𝑬𝑽𝑬𝑨𝑳

GET EXCITED BEARCATS!

Homecoming t-shirts will go on sale Monday, September 14th at NOON! You can purchase them through the link that will be in our bio 🔗 taken in Northwest Missouri State University by @nwhomecoming

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𝑻𝑯𝑬 𝑪𝑶𝑼𝑵𝑻 𝑫𝑶𝑾𝑵 𝑰𝑺 𝑶𝑵! ⏳

We are officially 50 days away from HOMECOMING and we couldn’t be more excited! What better way to celebrate than with a little Halloween spirit? 🎃 taken in Northwest Missouri State University by @nwhomecoming

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Congratulations to Mark Rosewell, our 2026 Grand Marshal! by @nwhomecoming

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