Thanksgiving Break
2025-11-25 - 2025-11-29 | Stephens College, 1200 E. Broadway, Columbia, MO, 65215, United States
Thanksgiving Break Schedule
Campus Schedule:

Nov. 24: Campus open
Nov. 25: Campus closes at 1 p.m.
Nov. 26 – 28: Campus closed

Student Academic Calendar:

Nov. 22-30: No classes
Classes resume Dec. 1

Stars Basketball Game vs. Evangel University
2025-11-25 17:30 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Silverthorne Arena, 107 Dorsey St, Columbia, MO, 65201, United States
Come cheer on the Stephens Stars Basketball Team as they take the court against Evangel University!
Game Details:
vs. Evangel University
📅 Date: November 25
🕖 Time: 5:30 p.m.
📍 Location: Silverthorne Arena (107 Dorsey St, Columbia, MO 65201)
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The Staraphonics Karaoke Night
2025-12-06 19:00 - 21:30 (America/Chicago) | Senior Hall, 100 Waugh St, Columbia, MO, 65201, United States
A fun evening of karaoke with the Stephens College acapella group, The Staraphonics. Event will be held in Senior Recital Hall.

Random Acts of The Season
2025-12-08 08:00 - 2025-12-12 14:00 (America/Chicago) | Stephens College, 1200 E. Broadway, Columbia, MO, 65215, United States
Stephens College’s annual tradition, Random Acts of the Season, is a week-long event where different offices surprise students each day with special gifts!

Polar Express Movie Night
2025-12-08 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Stamper Hall, 1300, Columbia, MO, 65201, United States
Come with MNM (Minds ‘N Motion) on a journey to polar express in Upper Student Union! There will be popcorn, m&ms, hot chocolate and you may even leave with a gift if you on Santa’s Good list!

December 8th (6pm-8pm) | Upper Student Union in Stamper

$2 General Admission Includes:

Ticket to watch movie
You pay for all your snacks ($1 each)

$5 Golden Admission Includes:

Movie Ticket
Snack Combo (Unlimited Popcorn, M&Ms, and Hot Chocolate)

Christmas Card Making
2025-12-10 16:30 - 18:30 (America/Chicago) | Stamper Hall, 1300, Columbia, MO, 65201, United States
Make and decorate Christmas cards to donate to MU and Boone hospital to spread Christmas cheer to those who need it most! Students, faculty and staff are welcome to attend!

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Stephens Life Magazine Fall 2025 Release Party
2025-12-11 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Hugh Stephens Library Penthouse, 100 Waugh St, Columbia, MO, 65201, United States
Please join us for the release of the Fall 2025 issue of Stephens Life Magazine! This event will be held at the Stephens College Penthouse (5th floor of the library) from 6-9 pm. Students will talk about their work and we will have merchandise, created by the students, that will be for sale. Refreshments will be served.

ELF The Musical
2025-12-12 - 2025-12-14 | Macklanburg Playhouse, 100 Willis Ave, Columbia, MO, 65201, United States
Based on the beloved holiday film, this hilarious fish-out-of-water comedy follows Buddy the Elf in his quest to find his true identity.
Based on the beloved holiday film, Elf The Musical is a heartwarming and hilarious tale of Buddy, a human raised by elves at the North Pole, who sets off to New York City to find his birth father and discover his true identity. Bursting with joyful songs, festive spirit, and laugh-out-loud moments, this family-friendly musical is a delightful celebration of love, acceptance, and the magic of Christmas. Elf is the perfect holiday treat for audiences of all ages—spreading cheer by singing loud for all to hear!
Book by Thomas Meehan & Bob Martin
Music by Matthew Sklar
Lyrics by Chad Beguelin
Based upon the New Line Cinema film written by David Berenbaum
Elf The Musical is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI).
All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI.
11 a.m. on Dec. 12 | 7:30 p.m. on Dec. 12 & 13 | 2 p.m. on Dec. 13 &14

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Prince of Wales Club Holiday Party
2025-12-12 16:00 - 18:00 (America/Chicago) | Stephens College Equestrian Center, 203 Old 63 N, Columbia, MO, 65201, United States
Save the date: Friday, December 12th!
Prince of Wales Club will be hosting our annual holiday party on Friday, December 12th from 4:00pm to 6:00pm, and we would love to see you there!
Activities, snacks, and prizes!
Our students and members will be decorating horses’ stall fronts for a stall decorating contest, and you all get to vote on your favorite! Each attendee will get a handful of treats to share in the horses’ stockings – the horse with the most treats at the end wins. There will also be light snacks and hot beverages provided, with hay rides around the property weather permitting.
RSVP for a chance to win!
RSVP HERE!
Anyone who RSVPs by Friday, December 5th is automatically entered in a drawing to win a free riding lesson at the stables! A link as well as a QR code will be provided for RSVPs.
Be sure to get your RSVP in so you don’t miss out on this opportunity!

Late Night Breakfast
2025-12-15 21:00 - 23:00 (America/Chicago) | Stamper Hall, 1300, Columbia, MO, 65201, United States
Late Night Breakfast is a Stephens Tradition hosted by SPC (Student Programming Council) to give the student an opportunity to relax before the week of finals.

Get ready for an out-of-this-world study break — because SPC is bringing the galaxy right to Stamper!

🌌 Late Night Breakfast: OUT OF THIS WORLD
📅 Monday, December 15
⏰ Starts at 9 p.m.
📍 Stamper Dining Hall
Theme: Aliens/Space!
Expect cosmic vibes, delicious late-night breakfast favorites, BIG PRIZES and an interstellar good time featuring DJ Johnny Fuzion. And psst… rumor has it the Ten Ideals have a special surprise in store for you. 👀✨
Fuel up, dance it out, and celebrate the end of the semester with us!

RSVP by Thursday, Dec 11th | Please RSVP here: Late Night Breakfast RVSP form

We look forward to celebrating with you!

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Winter Break
2025-12-18 - 2026-01-11 | Stephens College, 1200 E. Broadway, Columbia, MO, 65215, United States
Winter Break Schedule
Campus Schedule:

Dec. 18-19: Campus Open
Dec. 22 – Jan. 2: Campus closed
Jan. 5 – 9: Campus Open

Student Academic Calendar:

Dec. 18 – Jan. 11: No classes
Classes resume Jan. 12

December 2025 Commencement
2025-12-19 17:00 (America/New_York) | Lela Raney Wood Hall (LRW), 6 N. College Ave, Columbia, MO, 65215, United States
Please join us in celebrating our graduates!
Our December 2025 Commencement Ceremony will be held:
Friday, December 19, 5:00pm in the Kimball Ballroom inside Lela Raney Wood Hall on the Stephens College campus.

Directions & Parking

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Can’t join us in person? Watch online.

Martin Luther King Jr. Day
2026-01-19 | Stephens College, 1200 E. Broadway, Columbia, MO, 65215, United States
Campus will be closed Monday, Jan. 19, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

Campus Care Project – Honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
2026-01-21 11:00 - 2026-01-22 13:00 (America/Chicago) | Stamper Hall, 1300, Columbia, MO, 65201, United States
In honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy of service and community care, the Student Government Association invites you to participate in the Campus Care Project. Join us in taking a moment to write notes of appreciation to campus staff who have supported and inspired you during your college journey. Your words of gratitude can make a meaningful difference.

January 21 & 22 | 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. | Stamper Pit

We hope you will join us in reflecting, giving back, and honoring Dr. King’s commitment to service.

Filmmaking BFA - Virtual Open House with Program Chair Chase Thompson
2026-01-21 16:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Zoom
Join us for a live Zoom Q&A session about the BFA in Filmmaking at the Conservatory.
This interactive session is designed for prospective and accepted students, parents, and anyone interested in pursuing a career in film.
Learn about our hands-on curriculum, industry-driven training, application requirements, and what makes our conservatory approach unique. Program Chair, Chase Thompson will be available to answer your questions and offer an inside look at life in the program.
Whether you’re curious about the admissions process or eager to understand the day-to-day experience of filmmaking training, this is your chance to get real, honest insight.
Held virtually via Zoom on January 21 at 4:00 p.m. (CST) | 5:00 p.m. (EST). Register Here

Preview Day
2026-01-30 09:30 - 15:00 (America/New_York), 2026-02-27 09:30 - 15:00 (America/New_York), 2026-04-02 09:30 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) | Lela Raney Wood Hall (LRW), 6 N. College Ave, Columbia, MO, 65215, United States
This is your opportunity to experience a college and culture that embraces YOU.
We believe in hands-on (we like to call it “hands-IN”), immersive learning, critical thinking and empowering women’s leadership and personal success.

Register For Preview Day

Preview Day Agenda:

9:30 – 10:00 a.m. – Check-in
10:00 – 10:15 a.m. – Welcome to Stephens
10:15 – 11:30 a.m. – Overview of Financial Aid, Academics and Student Experience (Life on Campus and Study Abroad Experience)
11:30 – 11:45 a.m. – Student Panel
11:45 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. – Campus Tour
12:30 – 1:30 p.m. – Enjoy lunch on us at Stamper Dining Hall and grab your Stephens gear at Susie’s
1:30 – 3:00 p.m. – Immersive Experience

MFA Virtual Open House - Q&A with Director Rosanne Welch
2026-02-04 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-03-11 19:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Zoom
Join us for a Virtual Open House hosted by the MFA in TV and Screenwriting program—your chance to explore what makes our two-year, low-residency model both flexible and creatively invigorating.
Program Director Rosanne Welch will be there to guide you through the application process, share insights into the curriculum, and offer a candid look at what life is like for writers in our unique graduate community.
You’ll also have the opportunity to meet with current graduate assistants, hear about their experiences firsthand, and get answers to any questions you may have about coursework, mentorship, or the day-to-day rhythm of the program.
Whether you’re polishing your portfolio or just beginning to consider an MFA, this open house is the perfect place to envision your next step as a screenwriter.
Held virtually via Zoom – two dates available:
February 4 at 4 pm (PT) | 6 pm (CT) | 7 pm (ET)
March 11 at 5 pm (PT) | 7 pm (CT) | 8 pm (ET)
Register Here

Community Craft: Black History Month Display
2026-02-09 | Stamper Hall, 1300, Columbia, MO, 65201, United States
In celebration of Black History Month, SGA invites students to join us for a Community Craft a collaborative event where students come together to help create a display wall honoring important figures in Black history.

During this event, students will work together to design the display by adding:

Quotes
Decorations
Pictures highlighting Black leaders, voices, and history

This is a hands-on, creative space where students will not only build the display together but also collectively decide where it will be showcased on campus.

📅 February 9 – Monday

📍 Stamper Pit

All materials will be provided just bring your creativity and voice. We hope you’ll join us in celebrating Black history through community and collaboration.

Twelfth Night
2026-02-13 - 2026-02-15 | Warehouse Theatre, 104 Willis Avenue, Columbia, MO, 65201, United States
Shakespeare’s guide to love, lies, and really bad disguises.
Shakespeare’s beloved comedy, Twelfth Night, is a joyful celebration of love, mistaken identity, and delightful chaos. When shipwrecked Viola disguises herself as a man and enters the service of Duke Orsino, a hilarious tale of unrequited love and comic confusion unfolds. Featuring witty wordplay, unforgettable characters, and heartfelt romance, Twelfth Night is a timeless tale that reminds us that love—like life—is full of surprises. Prepare for laughter, longing, and a little bit of mischief in this enchanting theatrical romp.
By William Shakespeare
11 a.m. on Feb. 13 | 7:30 p.m. on Feb. 13 & 14 | 2 p.m. on Feb. 15
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Navigating Creativity through Empowered Voices: Printing Workshop with Screen Queens
2026-03-09 15:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Catherine Webb Studios, Rm 120
The Kopenhaver Center at Stephens College presents Navigating Creativity through Empowered Voices, a dynamic workshop series exploring the intersection of communication, creativity, and personal expression. The series highlights how empowered voices can shape culture, spark dialogue, and inspire meaningful change.
Join us for hands-on creative experiences, student-led presentations, a pitch competition, and an expert-led virtual workshop with a live Zoom watch party. Together, these events showcase the transformative impact of creativity, collaboration, and confident communication.
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Event: Printing Workshop in Collaboration with Screen Queens Print Shop.
Description: During this protest printing workshop in collaboration with Screen Queens Print Shop, participants will choose from a collection of 4 student-designed protest graphics to print on their own shirt for $5, or one of our provided shirts/totes for $10.
Date: Monday, March 9th between 3pm-5pm
Location: Catherine Webb Studios (CWS), Room 120

Navigating Creativity through Empowered Voices: Student Presentation with Alyson Hicks
2026-03-11 12:30 (America/Chicago) | Dudley, Rm 121
The Kopenhaver Center at Stephens College presents Navigating Creativity through Empowered Voices, a dynamic workshop series exploring the intersection of communication, creativity, and personal expression. The series highlights how empowered voices can shape culture, spark dialogue, and inspire meaningful change.
Join us for hands-on creative experiences, student-led presentations, a pitch competition, and an expert-led virtual workshop with a live Zoom watch party. Together, these events showcase the transformative impact of creativity, collaboration, and confident communication.
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Event: Student Presentation with Alyson Hicks, Business Administration ’26
Description: Alyson Hicks, a Senior in the Business Administration program, will share a presentation on her personal creative process.
Date: Wednesday, March 11th at 12:30pm
Location: Dudley 121

Illuminating Our Ideals: A New Era of Stephens
2026-03-12 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Stephens Library, 1200 E. Broadway, Columbia, MO, 65215
Stephens Students: Join us as we celebrate the inauguration of President Lundeen and experience the official reveal of the Ten Ideals that will help shape the future of Stephens College. This is not just an event — it’s an immersive glow-in-the-dark experience you do NOT want to miss. Wear neon, white, or anything that glows and come ready to celebrate a new era at Stephens.

7:00 PM – Doors Open | Main Floor Library Check-in | DJ, Mocktails, 360 Photo Booth, and Glow Scavenger Hunt
7:00–7:35 PM – Glow Experience | 3rd Floor | Students explore the library and participate in the scavenger hunt
7:35 PM – Gather for the Reveal |Penthouse
7:40 PM – Ten Ideals Reveal | Penthouse
7:50 PM – Celebration Continues
9:00 PM – Event Concludes

Find more information about the Inauguration events at stephens.edu/inauguration/

Firebringer: A New Stone Age Musical
2026-03-13 - 2026-03-15 | Warehouse Theatre, 104 Willis Avenue, Columbia, MO, 65201, United States
A tribe survives with the wise leadership of Jemilla, The Peacemaker. Join her as she travels from omega to alpha to become the Firebringer.
7:30 p.m. on March 13 & 14 | 2 p.m. on March 15
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Investiture Ceremony & Reception
2026-03-14 10:00 (America/Chicago) | Stephens College Equestrian Center, 203 Old 63 N, Columbia, MO, 65201, United States
Celebrating the Investiture of Dr. Shannon B. Lundeen, 25th President of Stephens College
Investiture Ceremony & Reception
Doors open at 10:00 a.m.
Ceremony begins at 11:00 a.m.
Reception to follow
Indoor Arena (Located at Stephens College Equestrian Center, 381-499 Old 63 N)
Admission: RSVP required; Ticketed event.
Please contact us at trustee@stephens.edu for any questions you may have about the inaugural events.

WORKING
2026-03-18 - 2026-03-20 | Macklanburg Playhouse, 100 Willis Ave, Columbia, MO, 65201, United States
Based on Studs Terkel’s best-selling book of interviews with American workers.
This examination of 26 people from all walks of life proves that it’s more than just a job for the average working American.
Working the Musical is a vibrant, deeply human celebration of everyday people and the jobs they do. Based on Studs Terkel’s bestselling book, this newly updated version features songs by Lin-Manuel Miranda, Stephen Schwartz, James Taylor, Craig Carnelia and other acclaimed composers. Told through a series of moving, funny, and relatable monologues and songs, Working shines a spotlight on the voices of teachers, truck drivers, waitresses, caregivers, and more—honoring their hopes, dreams, and dignity. It’s a powerful, heartfelt tribute to the resilience and spirit of the American workforce.
From the book by Studs Terkel
Adapted by Stephen Schwartz and Nina Faso
Featuring new songs by Tony Award-winning Lin-Manuel Miranda, as well as favorites by Stephen Schwartz, Craig Carnelia, James Taylor, Micki Grant, and more.
WORKING is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI).
All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI.
7:30 p.m. on March 18, 19, 20 | 11 a.m. on March 20

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Conservatory Preview and Accepted Student Day
2026-03-20 09:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Macklanburg Playhouse, 100 Willis Ave, Columbia, MO, 65201, United States
Welcome to the next stage of your artistic journey.
Preview & Accepted Student Day is your chance to experience the Conservatory as a future member of our community. Join other students for an exciting look at academic life, performance opportunities, and the collaborative spirit that makes our Conservatory exceptional.
Guests will attend the matinee of Working the Musical, directed by composer Craig Carnelia, meet your future mentors, connect with potential classmates, and explore the campus. You’ll also have the opportunity to learn more about housing, student life, financial aid, and the many ways you can shape your Conservatory experience.
We can’t wait to welcome you—and help you envision the incredible possibilities ahead.
Register Here

Spring Break
2026-03-21 - 2026-03-29 | Stephens College, 1200 E. Broadway, Columbia, MO, 65215, United States
Classes will not be held March 21 – 29 for Spring Break, campus will remain open.
