Midwestern State will experience more than just a football game at the second annual Lower Kanza Bowl.
Prior to the game against Washburn on Saturday, December 4, MSU will participate in a full schedule of events including service and learning activities.
“We are excited that Midwestern State is participating in this Division II bowl game,” said Stan Wagnon, Lone Star Conference Commissioner. “And that they have the opportunity to take part in service and learning activities, which are both Division II attributes of the student-athlete experience.”
The Mustangs arrived on Thursday and checked into the Topeka Holiday Inn, which will serve as team headquarters.
After breakfast on Friday, MSU will spend the morning in the Topeka community starting at the 33rd annual Festival of Trees, the signature event for Sheltered Living, which supports people with disabilities to achieve independence and actively participate in the community. The festival features approximately 60 trees and wreaths in Festival Park designed by Civic organizations, schools, businesses and individuals.
Next up for the Mustangs is the Brown v. Board of Education Museum. The U.S. Supreme Court decision in Brown v. Board of Education (1954), which challenged the constitutionality of racial segregation in public schools, is one of the most pivotal opinions ever rendered by that body.
Before lunch, MSU will spend time at the Easter Seals Capper Foundation. Founded in 1920, the foundation’s mission is to enhance the independence of people with disabilities, primarily children.
After a final team practice/walkthrough, the Mustangs will spend the evening at the Kanza Bowl Banquet.
Saturday’s festivities start at 9 a.m. with a pregame tailgating party to include food, fun and games. MSU will arrive at Hummer Sports Park via police escort at 10:45 a.m. to prepare for the game, which kicks off at 1 p.m.