Upcoming Events and Registrations

Page address: http://www.mnsu.edu/campusrec/facilities/

College of Science, Engineering & Technology

A Taste of Electrical and Computer Engineering

Monday, August 5, 2024  9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday, August 6, 2024  9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday, August 7, 2024  9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday, August 8, 2024  9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday, August 9, 2024  9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Minnesota State University, Mankato - Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering and Technology
Dr. Xuanhui Wu, along with the faculty of the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering and Technology, invite you to join us for a Taste of Electrical and Computer Engineering! Our day camp will provide your high school student with a hands-on exploration of IC chip, internet-of-things, robotics, and software defined radio. Registration Closes: July 19th, 2024. Fee: $175/student For more information or any questions, please contact Jeni at 507-389-5747 or jeni.meixner@mnsu.edu.

Engineering Center of Excellence Teacher Training

2024 Siemens Summer Training

Wednesday, July 17, 2024  9:00AM-5:00PM
Thursday, July 18, 2024  9:00AM-5:00PM
Friday, July 19, 2024  9:00AM-5:00PM
Saturday, July 20, 2024  9:00AM-5:00PM
Sunday, July 21, 2024  9:00AM-5:00PM
Event is full.

Contact Engineering Center of Excellence Teacher Training for more information.


Intramural Sports

Fall 2024 - Intramural Golf Scramble

Friday, September 13, 2024  2:00pm
The 2-person Intramural Golf Scramble will take place at Terrace View Golf Course, just south of Mankato on Hwy 22.  Tee times will be assigned after registration closes, with the first grouping teeing off at 2pm.
The tournament is a 9-hole, 2-person scramble format tournament. There will be various pin prizes available throughout the tournament.
The cost is $44/per team to cover green fees and pin prizes. Participants must register as a 2-person team. Teams may rent a cart (not included with registration) at Terrace View upon check-in.
Online registration begins Monday, August 5, 2024

2024 Fall - Sand Volleyball Tournament (4 v 4)

Saturday, September 28, 2024  Tourney begins around 9am on Sat & Sun if needed
Games will take place on Saturday, September 28 & Sunday, September 29 (if necessary) starting around 9:00am at the sand volleyball courts on the PA lawn near Preska Hall. Any weather cancellations will be communicated to team captains by MSU email, phone call, and our social media pages (Twitter: @mnsucrec Facebook: www.facebook.com/mnsucrec/)
Games are 4 vs. 4 with team rosters consisting of any combo of men/women with a max of 6 per team roster. The cost is $30/per team.  A Mandatory managers meeting will be held for all registered teams in Highland Center 1700A from 4:00pm-4:30pm on Thursday, September 26. Game schedules will be distributed at this managers meeting.
Online registration begins Monday, August 5, 2024

2024 Fall - Intramural Dodgeball Tournament (6 v 6)

Tuesday, October 15, 2024  7:00pm start time
Tournament will take place on Tuesday, October 15 starting at 7:00pm in Schellberg Gym.
Games are 6 v 6 with a max of 8 on the roster. The cost is $30/per team.  A mandatory managers meeting will be held for all registered teams on Thursday, October 10th in Highland Center 1700A from 4:45pm-5:00pm. Tourney rules & schedules will be distributed at the managers meeting.
Online registration begins Monday, August 5, 2024

2024 Fall - Intramural Wallyball Tournament

Monday, October 28, 2024  6:00pm start time
1-night Tournament will take place at the MSU Racquetball Courts in Pennington Hall on Monday, October 28 starting at 6:00pm.
Games are 4 v 4 with a mix of any four players you want. The cost is $30/per team.
Online registration begins Monday, September 9, 2024

2024 Fall - Intramural Pickleball Tournament

Tuesday, November 12, 2024  6:00pm
Matches will take place in Myers Field House. Any current MSU student, faculty, or staff is eligible to participate. Must sign up as a 2-person team.
There is no cost to play. The number of matches is dependent on number of participants. Tournament will take place on November 12th starting at 6pm.
Online registration begins Monday, September 9, 2024

2024 Fall - Intramural 3-on-3 Basketball League

Games will take place in Schellberg Gym on Monday and Wednesday nights from 7pm-11pm.
The cost is $30/per team. A Mandatory managers meeting will be held for all registered teams on Thursday, October 10 in Highland Center 1700A from 4:00pm-4:20pm. Game schedules will be distributed at the managers meeting. Games begin Monday, October 14.
Online registration begins Monday, August 5, 2024

2024 Fall - Intramural 501 Dart Singles

Matches will take place at the dart boards in the Maverick Bullpen at a time agreed upon between the competitors. Participants will be emailed schedules of play after the close of registration.
There is no fee from Campus Recreation to play Intramural 501 Dart Singles, however players will be responsible for board fees charged by the Maverick Bullpen.  The number of matches & number of dates is dependent on number of participants.
Online registration begins Monday, August 5, 2024

2024 Fall - Intramural 9-ball Pool Singles

Matches will take place at the billiards tables in the Maverick Bullpen at a time agreed upon between the competitors. Participants will be emailed schedules of play after the close of registration.
There is no fee from Campus Recreation to play Intramural Singles 9-Ball League, however players will be responsible for table fees charged by the Maverick Bullpen.  The number of matches & number of dates is dependent on number of participants.
Online registration begins Monday, August 5, 2024

2024 Fall - Intramural Co-Rec 5-on-5 Basketball League

Games will take place in Otto Recreation Center on Monday-Thursday nights between 6pm-11pm. Teams consist of male & female players. Must have at least 2 males & 2 females signed-in to play. Players must be currently enrolled MSU students.
The cost is $60/per team. A Mandatory managers meeting will be held for all registered teams on Thursday, October 24 in Highland Center 1700A from 4:00pm-4:30pm. Game schedules will be distributed at the managers meeting with game play beginning Monday, October 28.
Online registration begins Monday, September 9, 2024

2024 Fall - Intramural Flag Football (7v7)

Games will take place at the intramural fields south of lot 1. Any weather cancellations will be communicated to team captains and via our social media pages (Twitter: @mnsucrec Facebook: www.facebook.com/mnsucrec/
The cost is $60/per team.  A Mandatory managers meeting will be held for all registered teams on Thursday, September 12th in Highland Center 1700A from 4:00pm-4:30pm. Game schedules will be distributed at the managers meeting. Game play starts Monday, September 16th. All players must have shorts/pants with NO pockets or belt loops.
Online registration begins Monday, August 5, 2024

2024 Fall - Intramural Golf - Singles

Matches will take place at a golf course agreed upon between the two competitors. Participants will be emailed schedules of play after the close of registration.
The only cost for participating are match green fees at whichever course the participants agree to play. Number of matches & number of dates is dependent on number of participants. Play begins the week of September 16th.
Online registration begins Monday, August 5, 2024

2024 Fall - Intramural NCAA Bowl Pick'em

Intramural NCAA Bowl Pick'em will be done online through ESPN.com. If you don't already have a free account through ESPN, you will need to create one to participate.
Participants will make their picks of winners on each bowl match-up. The Champion will receive an Intramural Champion t-shirt. There is no cost to play Intramural NCAA Bowl Pick'em. If you don't already have a free account through ESPN, you will need to create one to participate. Information on how to join the MSU Campus Recreation Group will come in the form of a confirmation email.
Online registration begins Monday, December 2, 2024

2024 Fall - Intramural NCAA Weekly Football Pick'em

Intramural NCAA Pick'em will be done online through ESPN.com. If you don't already have a free account through ESPN, you will need to create one to participate.
Participants will make their picks of winners highlighted NCAA DI BCS football match-ups. Each week the person with the highest number of correct answers will receive an intramural champion T-shirt! Participants weekly scores will be added together to determine the full season Pick'em winner. There is no cost to play Intramural NCAA Pick'em. If you don't already have a free account through ESPN, you will need to create one to participate. Information on how to join the MSU Campus Recreation Group will come in the form of a confirmation email. You can join in and play NCAA Pick’em at any point in the season.
Online registration begins Monday, August 5, 2024

2024 Fall - Intramural NFL Weekly Football Pick'em

Intramural NFL Pick'em will be done online through ESPN.com. If you don't already have a free account through ESPN, you will need to create one to participate.
Participants will make their picks of winners of each weeks NFL football match-ups. Each week the person with the highest number of correct answers will receive an Intramural Sports Champion T-shirt! Participants weekly scores will be added together to determine the full season pick'em winner who will win a special grand prize. There is no cost to play Intramural NFL Weekly Football Pick'em. Information on how to join our ESPN MSU Intramurals Group will come in the form of a confirmation email upon registration completion. You can join in and play NFL Weekly Football Pick’em at any point in the season.
Online registration begins Monday, August 5, 2024

2024 Fall - Intramural Outdoor Soccer League (7v7)

Games will take place 7pm-11pm Monday thru Thursday evenings at the intramural fields inside the outdoor track, east of parking lot 1. Any weather cancellations will be communicated to team captains and via our social media pages (Twitter: @mnsucrec Facebook: www.facebook.com/mnsucrec/
Play is 7v7. The cost is $60/per team.  A Mandatory managers meeting will be held for all registered teams on Thursday, September 19 in Highland Center 1700A from 4:30pm-5:00pm. Game schedules will be distributed at the managers meeting with play beginning Monday, September 23.
Online registration begins Monday, August 5, 2024

2024 Fall - Intramural Racquetball - Doubles

Matches will take place at the Campus Rec racquetball courts at a time agreed upon between the competitors. Participants will be emailed schedules of play after the close of registration.
There is no cost to play Racquetball Doubles. The number of matches & number of dates is dependent on number of participants.
Online registration begins Monday, August 5, 2024

2024 Fall - Intramural Racquetball - Singles

Matches will take place at the Campus Rec racquetball courts at a time agreed upon between the two competitors. Participants will be emailed schedules of play after the close of registration.
There is no cost to play Racquetball Singles. The number of matches & number of dates is dependent on number of participants.
Online registration begins Monday, August 5, 2024

2024 Fall - Intramural Slow-Pitch Softball League

Games will take place at Intramural Fields 1 & 2 located south of lot 1 along the fitness trail. Any weather cancellations will be communicated to team captains via MSU email, phone call, and/or our social media pages (Twitter: @mnsucrec Facebook: www.facebook.com/mnsucrec/
The cost is $60/per team.  A Mandatory managers meeting will be held for all registered teams on Thursday, September 12th in Highland Center 1700A from 4:30pm-5:00pm. Game schedules will be distributed at the managers meeting.
Game play starts Monday, September 16th.
Online registration begins Monday, August 5, 2024

2024 Fall - Intramural Table Tennis - Singles

Matches will take place at the Campus Rec table tennis tables in Pennington Hall at a time agreed upon between the two competitors. Participants will be emailed schedules of play after the close of registration.
There is no cost to play Table Tennis Singles. The number of matches & number of dates is dependent on number of participants.
Online registration begins Monday, August 5, 2024

2024 Fall - Intramural Team Bowling (4 v 4) on Mon Nights

Games will take place on Monday evenings at 7:00pm in the Maverick Bullpen bowling alley in the lower level of the Centennial Student Union.
Games are 4 vs. 4 with team rosters consisting of any combo of men/women with a max of 5 per team roster. The cost is $30/per team + lane fees ($5/person/night) each night you bowl. Game play starts Monday, September 18th.
Online registration begins Monday, August 5, 2024

2024 Fall - Intramural Tennis - Singles

Games will take place at the tennis courts on the south side of campus or at an alternative court if agreed upon by both competitors. Participants will be emailed schedules of play after the close of registration.
There is no cost to play Intramural Tennis. Number of matches & number of dates depends on number of participants. Play begins the week of September 16th.
Online registration begins Monday, August 5, 2024

2024 Fall - Intramural Volleyball League (6v6)

Games will take place in Otto Recreation Center on Monday thru Thursday nights generally from 6pm-11pm.
The cost is $60/per team. A Mandatory managers meeting will be held for registered teams on Thursday, September 19th  in Highland Center 1700A from 4:00pm-4:30pm. Game schedules will be distributed at the managers meeting with game play beginning Monday, September 23rd.
Online registration begins Monday, August 5, 2024

Library Services

Book - From Normal School to University: Celebrating 150 Years

From Normal School to University: Celebrating 150 Years, is a postcard book featuring historic Minnesota State University, Mankato photos. English. Copyright 2017 Minnesota State University, Mankato

Fee: From Normal School to University: Celebrating 150 Years is $10 for each book.

Delivery: $2 S & H for each order.

Book - Katonian

Please contact us to confirm that we have the year you need before you place an order.

Fee: Katonians are $10 each.

Delivery: The above fee includes shipping via post mail.

Book - Minnesota State University, Mankato, 1868-2018: A Sesquicentennial History

Written by Professor Emeritus Dr. William E. Lass, this highly readable and thoroughly illustrated book is extensively researched. It covers in detail the development of academic programs, the physical campus, university leadership and faculty, as well as student life. Read about the 1922 fire that destroyed the Teachers College building, the development of twin campuses in the 1950s, Vietnam War era campus protests, campus consolidation, the University of 2018 and so much more.

Fee: $39.99 per book

Delivery: $5 S & H for each book to be mailed.

For questions please contact us archives@mnsu.edu or 507-389-1029

Book - Out of Chaos: Reflections of a University President and his Contemporaries on Vietnam-era Unrest in Mankato and its Relevance Today

Out of Chaos: Reflections of a University President and his Contemporaries on Vietnam-era Unrest in Mankato and its Relevance Today is a collection of personal reminiscences that provide a glimpse into what Mankato was like during the 1960s and 1970s. The book was created by Dr. James F. Nickerson, former Mankato State College president, with input from a variety of graduates, faculty, administrators and citizens who were witnesses to these local events. It is by piecing these stories together that the reader gets an understanding of this dynamic time period and how one person can make a difference in the outcome of events. English. Copyright 2017 Minnesota State University, Mankato

Fee: Out of Chaos is $13 for each book.

Delivery: $2 S & H for each order.

Book/DVD combo - Out of Chaos and Two Weeks in May

Out of Chaos: Reflections of a University President and his Contemporaries on Vietnam-era Unrest in Mankato and its Relevance Today is a collection of personal reminiscences that provide a glimpse into what Mankato was like during the 1960s and 1970s. Two Weeks in May uses historic photos, documents, newspapers, film footage, and recorded interviews to the story of the 1972 Vietnam War student protests at Mankato State College. Based on the book Out of Chaos by James F. Nickerson. Running time 52 minutes. This is a combo order if you would like to order both items to expedite payment and shipping and handling

Fee: Out of Chaos and Two Weeks in May combo is $20.

Delivery: $2 S & H for each order.

DVD - Two Weeks in May

Two Weeks in May, uses historic photos, documents, newspapers, film footage, and recorded interviews to the story of the 1972 Vietnam War student protests at Mankato State College. Based on the book Out of Chaos by James F. Nickerson. Running time 52 minutes. Closed caption in English. Copyright 2017 Minnesota State University, Mankato.

Fee: Two Weeks in May (DVD) is $10 for each DVD.

Delivery: $2 S & H for each order.

Services - Audio/Film Duplication

Please contact us to confirm we are able to make a duplication of an item from the Archives before you place an order.

Fee: Duplication of a CD or DVD is $10 each copy.

Delivery: The above fee includes shipping via post mail.

Services - Copies

Please contact us for an accurate fee estimate before you place an order.

Fee: There is a $10 service charge per order plus an additional $0.25 per page charge.

Delivery: The default delivery method for copies is via email and is included in the fee above. Printed copies will be mailed at no extra cost only if indicated beforehand. There is an additional $5 fee if you would like your copies to be put on a CD and mailed to you.

Services - Mankato Free Press Obituary Requests

Please contact us before you place an order. A required Obituary Request by email must accompany each obituary.

Fee: Requests are $15 per obituary. A downloadable request form for mailing with a check.

Delivery: The default delivery method for requests is via email and is included in the fee above. Printed copies of obituaries will be mailed at no extra cost only if indicated beforehand. There is an additional $5 fee if you would like your obituary request(s) to be put on a CD and mailed to you.

Services - Minnesota Historical Society (MHS) Scrapbook Collection Requests

Please contact us before you place an order. A required MHS Scrapbooks Collection Index Copy Request Form must accompany each scrapbook request by email.

Fee: Requests are $15 per copy.

Delivery: The default delivery method for requests is via email and is included in the fee above. Printed copies of articles will be mailed at no extra cost only if indicated beforehand. There is an additional $5 fee if you would like your article request(s) to be put on a CD and mailed to you.

Services - Photo Reproduction

Please contact us to confirm we are able to make a reproduction of an item from the Archives before you place an order.

Fee: There is a $10 service charge per order plus an additional $0.25 per photograph charge.

Delivery: The default method of delivery is via a cloud-based service and is included in the fee above. There is an additional $5 fee for files to be delivered via CD/DVD in the mail. There is an additional fee for prints to be made and delivered. Please contact us for details.

Services - Research

Please contact us for a Research quote.

Fee: Research is conducted at the rate of $30 per half hour. There is a minimum requirement of one half hour.

Services - Theses/Alternate Plan Paper Copies

Please contact us for an accurate fee estimate before you place an order.

This service is only available to the author of the original Theses/APP. Everyone is encouraged to request Theses/APP from their local library via Interlibrary Loan (usually a free service.)

Fee: There is a $10 service charge for a copy of the thesis. Optional soft binding is available for $5.

The default method of delivery is via a cloud-based service and is included in the fee above. Printed copies will be mailed for a $5 charge only if indicated beforehand. There is an additional $5 fee for files to be delivered via CD/DVD in the mail.

Mankato Area Lifelong Learners

2024 Summer Presentations & Membership

2024 Summer Presentations and Membership (New or Renewal)

Membership (New or Renewal) FY24

Pay Annual Membership - New or Renewal

Minnesota State Engineering Center of Excellence

EMDC Engineering Design Workshop

Tuesday, May 14, 2024  9:00am - 2:30pm

MSU Athletics

Western Specialized Golf Classic benefiting Minnesota State Football

Monday, July 1, 2024  11 a.m. - Shotgun Start
Mankato Golf Club
Join us on June 17, 2024 for the Western Specialized Golf Outing benefiting the Minnesota State Touchdown Club.

Shotgun Start is scheduled for 11 a.m.

All funds raised will benefit the Minnesota State Football Program

2024 Lot 7 Tailgating

Lot 7 Tailgating
Bring your grills, favorite adult beverage, and enjoy the pregame excitement in the exclusive Lot 7 Tailgating Area. Tailgate spots are available on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Birthday Graphics at Maverick Athletic Events

Have a special birthday or anniversary you are celebrating? You can have your greeting shared on the video board at our men's & women's hockey, men's & women's basketball, volleyball or wrestling games!

All submissions are due by noon on Wednesday for men's & women's basketball, volleyball and wrestling and by noon on Thursday prior to the game for men's & women's hockey. If you'd like include a photo, please email that photo to scott.nelsen@mnsu.edu

Maverick Ally Shirt

Purchase your Maverick Ally Shirt
Maverick Athletics is for EVERYONE. Purchase your Maverick Ally shirt today!

MSU Dean Trauger Maverick Golf Classic Hole Sponsorship Signup

Monday, June 3, 2024  12:30pm Shotgun Start
Dean Trauger Maverick Golf Classic presented by Northwestern Mutual & Pepsi - Monday, June 3rd, 2024. Mankato Golf Club.
Hole Sponsorship Sign-Up Page

MSU Athletics Limited

Dan Meyer Blue Line Club Golf Classic

Monday, July 15, 2024  12:30 p.m. (Shot gun start)
Mankato Golf Club • 100 Augusta Drive, Mankato, MN
The 2024 Dan Meyer/Blue Line Club Golf Classic is scheduled for a 12:30 pm shot gun start at the Mankato Golf Club. Lunch will begin at 11:30 with a shotgun start at 12:30. Dinner will follow at roughly 5:30 p.m.

Dan Meyer Blue Line Club Golf Classic Hole Sponsor

Monday, July 15, 2024  12 p.m.
2023 Dan Meyer Blue Line Club Golf Classic Hole Sponsor Registration
Register to sponsor a hole at this year's Dan Meyer/Blue Line Club Golf Tournament

All funds raised will directly benefit the Minnesota State hockey programs.

Maverick Track Alumni at MSU Night at Target Field

Friday, August 2, 2024  7:10 p.m.
Target Field
We are excited to invite you to a special alumni gathering for Cross Country & Track and Field alumni and their families as part of Minnesota State UniversityNight at Target Field on Friday, August 2nd to watch the Minnesota Twins take on the Chicago White Sox at 7:10pm.

Minn. High School Hockey Coaches Association Fall Clinic - Oct. 11

Friday, October 11, 2024  7:07 p.m.
Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center
Minnesota State Athletics and Maverick Hockey welcomes the Minnesota High School Hockey Coaches Association to our game on Friday, Oct. 11 against Merrimack. Game time is set for 7:07 p.m.

Minn. High School Hockey Coaches Association Fall Clinic - Oct. 12

Saturday, October 12, 2024  6:07 p.m.
Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center
Minnesota State Athletics and Maverick Hockey welcomes the Minnesota High School Hockey Coaches Association to our game on Saturday, Oct. 12 against Merrimack. Game time is set for 6:07 p.m.

2024 NCAA Men's Central Region Ticket Purchase

Taylor Center

Thank you for attending the NCAA DII Men’s basketball regional tournament hosted at Minnesota State Mankato’s Taylor Center on March 16th through the 19th.

With the overwhelming response of ticket sales during the NCAA playoffs our system was overloaded and unfortunately your credit card payment was not processed. Additionally, your credit card information was not retained.

Therefore, we are requesting that you resubmit your payment. Your order details are below. You will need to enter the same dollar amount listed with the payment link.

MSU Swimming

MAVERICK DIVE CAMPS -- July 11-14 or July 18-21

Located on the beautiful campus of Minnesota State University, Mankato this dive camp will be held at Highland Center Pool located at SE Ellis Ave. adjacent to Otto Rec. Center.

Minnesota State University, Mankato--Diving Camp

Cost per athlete:

  • Overnight Camp: $500
  • Day Camp: $400

Camp Dates:

  • Session 1: July 11 - 14, 2024 (This session is FULL)
  • Session 2: July 18 - 21, 2024 (Thursday - Sunday)

Residential Life

Summer Housing Prepayment

Monday, March 11, 2024  

Residential Life Office at Carkoski Commons 111

A $100 prepayment is due at the time of application for summer school housing. Your housing reservation is not complete until you have submitted your housing application, signed your housing contract, and paid the prepayment.

Student Activities

Greek Life History Book "Our Chapters"

$20 (plus $6.00 shipping and handling)