Upcoming Events - NMU Alumni Relations

Celebrate with us all year!

Join Northern Michigan University in celebrating 125 years of academic excellence, unmatched community spirit, and Wildcat pride.

Friday, March 21, 2025, at 6:10 p.m. MST

American Family Fields of Phoenix, AZ (3805 N 53rd Ave Phoenix, AZ 85031)

Join your fellow Wildcats for the Arizona Diamondbacks vs. Milwaukee Brewers Spring Training game in Phoenix, AZ.

To purchase tickets at the NMU rate of $40/each, alumni can call 623-245-5527 and mention they are with Northern Michigan University Alumni.

Seats available in Section 109; Rows S and T

Parking is $10 per car available at 51st Ave and Whitton, just south of Indian School. Additional ballpark information can be found here: https://www.mlb.com/brewers/spring-training/trip-planning

This ticketing opportunity is exclusively for NMU alumni and friends. Please note that no formal gathering is planned.

Saturday, March 22, 2025, at 1:05 p.m. EST

Publix Field at Joker Marchant Stadium of Lakeland, FL (2301 Lakeland Hills Blvd, Lakeland, FL 33805)

Northern Michigan University alumni can enjoy a day at the ballpark as the Detroit Tigers take on the Atlanta Braves in Lakeland, FL.

To purchase tickets at the NMU rate of $39/each, use the link: NMU Alumni Spring Training Link and type in the code nmualumni to select seating.

Parking is $12 per car and is available for purchase using the ticket link. Additional ballpark information can be found here https://www.milb.com/lakeland

This ticketing opportunity is exclusively for NMU alumni and friends. Please note that no formal gathering is planned.

Monday, March 24, 2025, from 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. EST

Join us for a buffet lunch and complimentary beverages at Oxbow Bar & Grill in Fort Myers! We’re excited to welcome all to this special NMU Alumni & Friends social event.

Enjoy great company, connect with fellow alumni, and share your Wildcat pride in a vibrant and engaging atmosphere. Whether you're catching up with old friends, making new connections, or just looking for an outing, this event is the perfect opportunity to celebrate your NMU ties.

Kindly RSVP to reserve your spot.

Wednesday, April 2, 2025, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. CST

All alumni and friends are invited to join President Tessman for an NMU gathering in downtown Chicago at Quartino Ristorante! This event is a wonderful opportunity to connect with fellow Wildcats, share experiences, and celebrate the Wildcat spirit in the Windy City.

Enjoy an evening of networking, delicious food, and camaraderie as we come together to celebrate all things NMU. This gathering is free to attend, and all alumni, friends, and current students are welcome.

Appetizers, beer, wine, and soda will be provided and a cash bar will be available. The event is free and open to all alumni and friends. Space is limited, so please RSVP below.

Saturday, May 17 and Sunday, May 18, 2025

Celebrate Yooper Weekend at Neuroscience Group Field when the Wisconsin Timber Rattlers take on their in-state rival the Beloit Sky Carp! Show up early on Sunday to get your hands on one of the Cooper Pratt, Yooper themed, bobbleheads that will be given away to the first 1,000 fans and stay late each day to watch high school teams from the Upper Peninsula showcase their talents against one another after each Timber Rattlers game.

This ticketing opportunity is exclusively for NMU alumni and friends. Please note that no formal gathering is planned.

Friday, August 8, 2025, at 7:10 p.m. EST

Comerica Park (2100 Woodward Ave, Detroit, Mich.)

Join your fellow NMU alumni and friends for an evening at the ballpark as the Detroit Tigers take on the Los Angeles Angels.

Each ticket includes a co-branded hat, and $5 from every purchase will go toward alumni-supported student scholarships at NMU.

Those who purchase tickets can receive their NMU Snapback by visiting to Section 322 to scan their game ticket at the kiosk.

For groups of 10+, email Jordan Collins at Jordan.Collins@Tigers.com.

This ticketing opportunity is exclusively for NMU alumni and friends. A pre-game gathering will be announced at a later date.

Saturday, August 9, 2025, at 7 p.m. EST

Keyworth Stadium (3201 Roosevelt St., Hamtramck, Mich.)

Join your fellow NMU alumni and friends for an evening with the Detroit City Football Club. Each ticket includes a co-branded team scarf.

This ticketing opportunity is exclusively for NMU alumni and friends. A pre-game gathering will be announced at a later date.

Stay connected to your alma mater with Northern Now!

Northern Now is a digital event series for alumni and friends hosted by Northern Michigan University Alumni Relations. The series provides a behind-the-scenes look at NMU students, departments, athletics, and more on campus with exclusive tours, interviews, and interactive events.