U.S. Naturalization Ceremony
Witness as those applicants in the United States Courts for the Western District of Missouri take their Oath of Allegiance and thereby complete the process of becoming a United States citizen. There will be a variety of speakers along with performances by Missouri State University's vocal talent.
Ceremony Information for October 13, 2026
Naturalization Oath Ceremony Location:
Missouri State University
Duane G. Meyer Library, Room 107
850 S. John Q. Hammons Parkway, Springfield, MO 65897
Naturalization Oath Formal Ceremony Time:
The formal ceremony will begin at 11:30 AM and conclude at approximately 12:30 p.m.
USCIS Check-In Time for Applicants:
Please refer to applicant letter from the USCIS for their official check-in time. This time will be earlier than the when the formal ceremony begins. Check-in with USCIS will be located inside Juanita K. Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts.
After the formal ceremony, new citizens will have the opportunity to register to vote, speak with representatives from the Social Security Administration, register for a Passport plus other information after the ceremony. These services depend on availability and will be confirmed closer to date.
Refreshments and Special Reception:
Between USCIS check-in time and the formal ceremony, coffee and danish will be provided. After the ceremony, a special reception will also be provided with cake and punch for all to enjoy!
Parking for the Naturalization Ceremony
Watch for Naturalization Ceremony parking signage along Grand Ave. in Springfield MO and signage from parking areas to Meyer Library.
1) Bear Park South Parking Garage. This garage is located on the corner of Grand Ave. and Holland St.
2) Lot #19. From Grand Ave. turn north onto John Q. Hammons Parkway. Lot 19 entrance will be on your left. The Meyer LIbrary is located east of the parking lot. , between Harrison Street and Cherry Street. The lot is located across the street from the First & Calvary Church and adjacent of Juanita K. Hammons Hall. A good google map address for the parking area is 525 S. John Q. Hammons Parkway.
For more parking information, please call Stacey at 417-836-8832.
Campus Contact
Please contact Stacey Trewatha-Bach, Missouri State University campus coordinator, with any questions regarding parking, the ceremony logistics, or special accommodations needed at 417-836-8832, cell 417-860-9312 or email at StaceyTrewatha@MissouriState.edu.
