Photo of the Culver-Stockton College Marching Band playing at a home football game in 2024.

CANTON, Mo. — Culver-Stockton College is inviting high school students with a passion for performance to its campus for Rhythm and Rally: Game Day Experience Saturday, Nov. 1. This high-energy event offers students a unique opportunity to experience a college game day from the perspective of a Wildcat performer.

Participants will spend the day in interactive sessions with the Culver-Stockton marching band, cheerleading squad, and dance team. The experience is designed to give students a behind-the-scenes look at how college-level groups prepare for and execute game day performances. The event will culminate with students performing alongside the college groups during the Wildcats’ home football game.

“This event is for any student who loves the thrill of preparing for game day but wants to see it on the next level,” said Dr. Alexander Kirby, associate director of bands and director of athletic bands at Culver-Stockton. “We are excited to offer a hands-on experience where students can build and participate in an on-field performance and truly feel what it’s like to be part of the Wildcat spirit.”

The event is open to all high school students with an interest in marching band, cheer, or dance. Information is being sent to prospective students as well as area high school directors and coaches.

Check-in will begin at the campus field house, where students will receive a welcome before breaking into their respective groups for specialized workshops. All registered participants will receive free admission to the football game and a meal voucher for the concession stand. The event will conclude at the end of the football game.

Registration is required to attend. To register for the event and for more details, please visit https://bit.ly/csc-rhythm-rally25.

Contact the Marketing & Public Relations Office, at pr@culver.edu or 573-288-6000 ext. 6728 for more information.

NOTE: A number that appears immediately after a person’s name (i.e. Jane Doe ’18) is a reference to the year that person earned their bachelor’s degree from Culver-Stockton.