Upcoming Events - NMU Alumni Relations

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.

Thursday, June 19, 2025

Tee off and support NMU students! Join us for the 7th Annual Arts and Athletics Golf Outing — an unforgettable day of fun, connection, and impact, open to all NMU alumni, friends, and community members.

Whether you're swinging clubs on the course or joining us for the evening festivities, this event is your chance to support the incredible NMU Athletics and Theatre & Dance students.

🎉 Register as a solo golfer or round up a team
🍽️ Not golfing? No problem — join us for dinner and the celebration!
💼 Interested in sponsoring? Reach out to Denise Elizondo at delizond@nmu.edu

Let’s come together to celebrate Wildcat pride and make a difference!

Sunday, June 22, 2025, at 2 p.m. EST

Join your fellow Wildcats for an afternoon of baseball, fun, and Marquette memories at LMCU Ballpark!

Reconnect with fellow alumni, show your Wildcat pride, and cheer on the West Michigan Whitecaps as they take on the Wisconsin Timber Rattlers! Your special NMU alumni ticket includes access to reserved group seating so you can enjoy the game together.

Bring your friends and family—everyone is welcome! Don’t forget to wear your green and gold!

Additionally, the first 1,000 kids EAT FREE at the game, and there is a pre-game catch and autographs on the field presented by Corewell Health Helen DeVos Children's Hospital. Plus, all kids 12 & under are invited down to the field after the game to run the bases like their favorite Whitecap.

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.

Save the date! Homecoming 2025 will take place September 19 - 20. Stay tuned for more information. See you then, 'Cats!

October 9-11, 2025

Join fellow Wildcats in Marquette for a memorable weekend celebrating the 50th anniversary of the 1975 NCAA Division II Championship Football Team!

Reconnect with teammates, classmates, and friends during a weekend full of spirited events, including:

• A welcome party for all alumni and friends
• A special players panel discussion
• A celebratory dinner honoring the team
• A game viewing party
• A lively tailgate before cheering on the current NMU Football team as they take on Grand Valley

Don’t miss this chance to celebrate Wildcat pride and honor a legendary moment in NMU history! Mark the date on your calendars, book your hotel, and stay tuned for ticket and pricing information. 

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.