Manchester University

Senior Spotlight
2025-11-17 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | Wine Recital Hall
MU seniors Carmen Reno and Payton Elsrod will share their distinctive ways of making the most of their college experience and becoming their best selves. Coming from two different disciplines, Reno and Elsrod will share foundational values relevant for all students.

Chapel Event Series - Fall 2025
2025-11-17 19:30 - 21:00, 2025-11-24 19:30 - 21:00, 2025-12-01 19:30 - 21:00 | Petersime Chapel, 604 College Avenue, NORTH MANCHESTER, 46962, United States
Hosted by the Office of Multicultural Affairs, join us for a weekly chapel time starting November 3rd where we will discuss a variety of topics relating to faith and religion.
– Nov. 3 & 10: Meet the pastors. Each week 3 area pastors will introduce themselves and share a brief testimony of their story and faith journey.
– Nov 17: President Stacy Young will share her testimony and faith journey.
– Nov 24: “Why Am I Here?” – One or two area pastors will share a message focusing on “Why Am I Here?” tying into topics such as purpose, identity, and doubt.
– Dec. 1: “Where Am I Going?” – One or two area pastors will share a message focusing on “Where Am I Going?” tying into topics such as purpose, identity, and doubt.
Christmas/Winter Break resuming Chapel on Monday, Jan. 13th.

ACS Potluck - 2025
2025-11-18 18:30 - 19:30 | Science Center, 604 College Avenue, NORTH MANCHESTER, IN, 46962, United States
Join Manchester University’s chapter of the American Chemical Society in their fall potluck event. Enjoy food made by the Chemistry/Physics department Faculty! The potluck will be held in room 203 in the Science Center

Manchester Symphony Orchestra Concert
2025-11-23 15:00 - 16:30 | Honeywell Center, 275 W. Market St., Wabash, 46992, United States
The Manchester Symphony Orchestra presents Music of England and Wales, featuring guest artist-in-residence Andrew Nesler, performing William Mathias’ Piano Concerto No. 2. Nesler has performed throughout the United States, Canada, England, Wales, Germany, Czechia, and Austria. Specializing in post-World War II music, he earned a Master of Music degree from the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama, where he developed a particular interest in Welsh piano music. Dr. Debra Lynn will conduct the performance, which will also include Three Dances from Henry VIII by Edward German, Pavane and Gigue by William Byrd, and Penillion by Grace Williams. Tickets are $20, but MU students get in for free.

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Farmwise Indiana and MJSH Farm to School
2025-11-24 11:00 - 12:00 | Wine Recital Hall
Becky Landes, regional value chain professional with Farmwise Indiana and former school food service director, will share insights from her career in child nutrition—including efforts to bring local farm produce into the Manchester Junior-Senior High School cafeteria—and discuss her current work supporting local food systems and promoting social responsibility in food supply chains.

Thanksgiving Recess - 2025
2025-11-26 18:00 - 2025-12-01 08:00 | IN
Classes are dismissed at 6 p.m. on Nov. 25 and classes will resume at 8 am on Dec 1.

IMAGINATION AT WORK: FUSING ART & INNOVATION IN THE LIBRARY
2025-12-01 11:00 - 12:00 | IN
Heidi Lovett, MLIS, is the Youth Services Manager of the St. Joseph County Public Libraries.
What if libraries were more than quiet places full of books? What if they were spaces for painting, building, creating—and reimagining how we connect with kids and communities? In this engaging presentation, discover how one children’s librarian turned her passion for art into a series of innovative library projects that bring stories to life in unexpected ways. From hands-on art programs to interactive installations, learn how creativity can reshape what a library looks like and what it offers. Whether you’re into education, art, or just want to make a difference in your community, this talk will inspire you to think outside the bookshelves.

Festival of Trees - 2025
2025-12-03 11:00 - 13:00 | Student Activities Center, 1205 East Street, NORTH MANCHESTER, IN, 46962, United States
It’s time to get ready for a Manchester Holiday Tradition – The Festival of Trees! 🎄
Make sure to come vote for your favorite tree at our Festival of Trees Celebration on Wednesday, December 3 – 11am-1pm!
Students can start decorating from November 18-25 and trees must be complete by 5pm on November 25.
Prizes for the best tree by a student group!
1st Place: $100
2nd Place: $50
3rd Place: $25

Sign your group up here!

Blood Drive
2025-12-04 10:00 - 16:00 | Student Activities Center, 1205 East Street, NORTH MANCHESTER, IN, 46962, United States
Our next Blood Drive is a month away!
Sign up to donated blood or volunteer.
Our goal is to collect 29 units of blood.
Sign Up Here!

Music @ Manchester | Merry, Merry, Manchester
2025-12-04 19:30 - 20:30 | Cordier Auditorium
Join us for Merry, Merry, Manchester! Featuring performances from our Choirs, Jazz Ensemble, Handbell Choir, Theatre Society and Brass Quintet, this program will surely leave you with festive cheer.
This event is at 7:30 p.m. in our Cordier Auditorium on the North Manchester Campus. The program is also free and open to the public!
Livestream Here!

End of Fall Semester Classes - 2025
2025-12-05 | IN

Oak Leaf Brass Recital - Fall 2025
2025-12-05 19:00 - 20:00 | Wine Recital Hall
Come listen to the Oak Leaf Brass perform their end of semester recital on December 5th at 7:00 PM in the Wine Recital Hall! The program will feature a variety of music from brass quintet and sextet pieces to popular tunes and holiday favorites.
Livestream Here!

Jingle Rails Christmas Train
2025-12-06 12:00 - 15:00 | 1469 West Main Street, 1469 West Main Street, Pleasant Lake, IN
ALL ABOARD THE CHRISTMAS TRAIN
Celebrate the season with Manchester Alumni and families aboard a seasonal, 1.5-hour holiday journey through the snowy countryside.

Visit from Santa
Cheerful music
Warm drinks
Festive experiences.

December 6, 2025 | 12:00 p.m.
1469 West Main Street
Pleasant Lake, Indiana
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Undergraduate Reading Day - Fall 2025
2025-12-08 | IN
No classes or exams.

Pharmacy Happy Hour in Vegas
2025-12-08 17:00 - 18:30 | IN
Manchester School of Pharmacy | Happy Hour | Las Vegas

Join Dr. Tommy Smith for a happy hour at Midyear! All Manchester students and alumni are welcome to connect during this time at the conference. Appetizers and the first round of drinks are provided. We can’t wait to see you in Vegas!
5:00 p.m.-6:30 p.m. (PST)
Rí Rá Irish Pub in the Shoppes at Mandalay Place
3950 S Las Vegas Blvd
Las Vegas, NV 89119
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January Session 2026 Begins
2026-01-05 | IN

Jeff Easley and the Medical Practicum
2026-01-13 19:00 - 20:00 | Online Event
Jeff Easely | Medical Practicum
We often say time spent here as a student will impact the rest of your life in amazing ways. Dr. Jeff Easley ’83 experienced that life-changing opportunity when he went on the second-ever Medical Practicum Jan Term trip as a student. Join us as we hear from him about that experience and how it helped shape his career in medicine, including recently receiving Manchester’s Alumni Honor Award.
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Martin Luther King Day 2026 - No Classes
2026-01-19 | IN

Connor Eichenauer and I-O Psychology
2026-01-20 19:00 - 20:00 | Online Event
Alumni Event Series | Connor Eichenauer and I-O Psychology
Join us as 2019 graduate Connor Eichenauer will share about his journey navigating grad school, completing his Ph.D. at Michigan State University [the other Spartans]. We ‘ll hear how his academic efforts in the field of Industrial-Organizational Psychology prepared him for his corporate career as a talent assessor with GE Aerospace. And he will share how his time at Manchester continues to infuse his work in discovering and developing talent.
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January Session 2026 Ends
2026-01-23 | IN

Megan Pierce | Guinness World Record
2026-01-27 19:00 - 20:00 | Online Event
Alumni Event Series | Megan Pierce
Senior Megan Pierce has accomplished something few people are able to do. She has a Guinness World Record! Join us as she shares about her unique hobby, how it started, and navigating the process of getting the record. This busy student has the largest collection of The Joker memorabilia. Megan will share some of her 2,318+ pieces from her collection during our time together!
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Start of Spring Semester - 2026
2026-01-28 | IN

Reflections on Nepal
2026-02-03 19:00 - 20:00 | IN
Enjoying the View – Reflections on Nepal
Manchester students, staff, and faculty will embark on a trip to Nepal! Join us as we hear from them about their recent adventures. They will share about their understanding of grassroots peacebuilding, pursuit of justice, and agency from different vantage points, outside of the context of the United States. We will hear how their perspectives and worldview has changed during this trip.

A Night with the Indiana Pacers
2026-02-22 17:00 - 21:00 | IN
A Night with the Indiana Pacers
Let’s join other Manchester alumni at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on February 22nd at 5pm for tipoff! The Indiana Pacers play the Dallas Mavericks. It’s Family Night! With each purchased ticket you get a voucher for a hotdog, chips, and a soft drink, and you get a Pacers cap! And after the game you can go down onto the court to shoot a free throw! See you there!
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Spring 2026 Physical Therapy Application Deadline
2026-03-03 08:00 - 17:00 | IN
Applications must be received no later than Nov 1

Spring Break - 2026
2026-03-16 18:00 - 2026-03-23 08:00 | IN
Classes will be dismissed at 6 p.m. on March 16 and will resume at 8 a.m. on March 23.

Good Friday Holiday 2026 - No Classes
2026-04-02 18:00 - 2026-04-06 08:00 | IN
Classes will be dismissed at 6 p.m. on April 2 and will resume at 8 a.m. on April 6.

2026 Student Symposium
2026-04-08 09:00 - 15:00 | Jo Young Switzer Center, 604 College Avenue, NORTH MANCHESTER, IN, 46962, United States
2026 Annual Student Research Symposium

Undergraduate and Graduate Student Research, Scholarship, Performances and Demonstrations across all Disciplines
An all-day event, the Student Research Symposium is one of the largest annual gatherings at Manchester University. Beginning at 9 a.m. with a welcome from President Young and an address from an alumni speaker, it culminates in the afternoon with a student keynote address and awards.
Possible presentations:

Oral Presentation of Research
Poster Presentation of Research
Video Exhibit
Video Game Demonstration
Vocal or Instrumental Music Performance
Art Exhibit
Teaching Demonstration

Showcase Your Work at MU’s Student Symposium
Ready to share your ideas, creativity, and discoveries? Submit a proposal or abstract to present at MU’s Student Symposium! This is your chance to highlight your research, performance, or artistic work. Plus, you’ll gain valuable experience sharing it with the campus community.
You can choose from several presentation formats: oral or poster presentation, musical or artistic performance, video exhibit or demonstration, or even a teaching demo. Just include a short title and a 200-300 word abstract describing your topic, purpose, approach, and conclusions.
If your project involves human subjects, make sure you receive IRB approval before submission. You’ll also need to include any co-presenters’ names and your mentor’s contact info.
Whether you’re presenting research, performing, or displaying other skills, this is your opportunity to show what you’ve learned and how you’re growing as a student.

Learn More Now

Submit a Proposal or Abstract

Visit Our North Manchester Campus

Right now, students just like you are thinking about their future. Where will you be when school starts this fall? What’s the best way to decide?
Scheduling a campus visit is the fastest way to find out if MU feels like home. You’ll meet real students, faculty, and staff, and get to ask your biggest questions about life after high school. Thinking about transferring to MU? We hope you’ll visit too and discover your new best self.

Schedule Your Visit
