Homecoming football game

Schedule of Events

Homecoming 2024 will be held on Friday, September 20 - Sunday, September 21.

This year, Northern Michigan University is celebrating its 125th year. The below schedule is subject to change, with more events being added as we get closer to the dates. 

 

Homecoming 2024

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ON DISPLAY: Beaumier U.P. Heritage Center

NMU's Beaumier U.P. Heritage Center will have an exhibit on display during Homecoming Weekend and beyond. 

Located at the front of Gries Hall (across from the digital sign at the intersection of 7th and Tracy ave.) 
Campus Map

U.P. Heritage Center Hours:

  • Monday through Friday, 12 to 5 p.m.
  • Saturdays 12 to 4 p.m.
  • Closed Sundays
Beaumier U.P. Heritage Center
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ON DISPLAY: DeVos Art Museum

NMU's DeVos Art Museum will have an exhibit on display during Homecoming Weekend and beyond. 

Located in the Art & Design building on the campus of NMU, the corner of Tracy and 7th Streets.
Campus Map

DeVos Art Museum Hours:

  • Monday-Wednesday: noon to 5 p.m.
  • Thursday: noon  - 8 p.m.
  • Friday: noon - 5 p.m.
  • Saturday: noon - 5 p.m.
DeVos Art Museum

Friday, September 20, 2024

Schedule of Events (subject to change)

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NMU Presents Maddie & Tae

Friday, September 20, 2024
Located Behind the Dome

Doors Open: 6 p.m.
Opening act: 6:30 p.m.
Maddie & Tae: 7:30 p.m.

Join us for a one-of-a-kind outdoor concert experience featuring country duo Maddie & Tae. Free admission!

Concert Information
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Wildcat Welcome

Located at the Northern Center, outside the bookstore
Start your campus visit at the Northern Center, outside the bookstore, with light refreshments, homecoming information, yearbooks, and more!

Academic Departments Open House, Campus Wide
Drop by and visit with the faculty/staff from your academic department.

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NMU Homecoming Parade

Join us for the annual Homecoming Parade at 5:30 p.m.

Participants will line up behind the Superior Dome and on Pine Street. The parade will start on Fair Avenue (in front of the Berry Events Center) heading towards Third street. Then go up Third, turn left on Hewitt, then go down Front Street, and finish back behind the Superior Dome.

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FREE Nursing Alumni Event

Friday, September 20, 2024 
2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
The Science Building

  • NMU Nursing Alumni Panel Presentation
  • Network with Students, Faculty, & Alumni
  • Tour the School of Nursing
    • Simulation Lab
    • Classroom Spaces
    • Nursing Technology Center
  • Snacks and Refreshments
RSVP Here
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WNMU Public Media Open House

Friday, September 20, 2024
Harden Hall, Learning Resource Center 
8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Stop by for refreshments and snacks. Tours of both the radio and TV stations will be available!

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Women's Soccer

Friday, September 20, 2024
NMU Outdoor Soccer Fields (behind the Superior Dome)
Game Starts: 3 p.m.

Come support the NMU women's soccer team as they take on Grand Valley State University!

This is a non-ticketed event

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Alumni Awards Luncheon

We honor our Alumni Award winners and recognize all that they have done since they have been at NMU.

For more information on Alumni Award winners and to view past winners, please visit the Alumni Award winners page.

*This event is by invitation only*
A group of men stand on stage holding an award. Behind them, a large photo of the 1978-1979 wrestling team and a banner that reads "NMU Sports Hall of Fame - Class of 2022" are displayed.

NMU Sports Hall of Fame Induction Dinner & Ceremony

NMU will honor Wildcat athletes of the past. 

*This event is not open to the public, tickets are required. Additional tickets may be available for purchase prior to the event, check back to see if tickets are available*

  • 6 to 7 p.m. - cocktail hour
  • 7 p.m. - dinner
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Saturday, September 21, 2024

Schedule of Events (subject to change)

Graphic of a torch with the text "Golden Wildcats, Fifty Years, Northern Michigan University"

Golden Wildcat Brunch

Class of 1974 & prior

Saturday, September 21, 2024
Northern Center Ballrooms
9:30 a.m.

Join President Tessman and others as NMU celebrates alumni from the class of 1974 and prior on the 50th anniversary of their graduation from NMU. 

*Please RSVP with Alumni Relations (906) 227-2610*

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Historical Tour of Campus

Saturday, September 21, 2024
Carillon Towers (Pictured Above; Outside Northern Center)
11 a.m. to Noon

Take a walk through the history of campus with Dan Truckey, Director of the Beaumier U.P. Heritage Center. 

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Tailgate Party

Saturday, September 21, 2024
Behind the Superior Dome (Lot 55 & Adjacent Grassy Area)
11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Join us for a tailgate party as we celebrate homecoming and the lead up to the football game.  This event is free and open to the public.  Enjoy food and refreshments sponsored by Embers Credit Union, kids' bounce houses, yard games, and music behind the Superior Dome. New this year is a special beer garden featuring local craft beer and other beverages available for purchase.

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NMU Homecoming Football Game

Saturday, September, 21, 2024
The Superior Dome
Game Starts: 1 p.m.

Come support the NMU football team as they take on Alma College for their 2024 homecoming game!

Purchase Tickets
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Alumni Meetups by the Decade

Saturday, September 21, 2024
6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

  • 1970s & prior: Holiday Inn; Alumni Hosts Jean Garrick '72 & Kurt VanWormer '77
  • 1980s: Wooden Nickel; Alumni Hosts Doug Braunschweig '84 & Gordon Post '84
  • 1990s: Breakers Roadhouse; Alumni Hosts Chris Charboneau '93 & Jeri Hosang '92, '99
  • 2000s - Present: DIGs; Alumni Hosts Lea Vega '02 & Brendan Franklin '13


 

Alumni Board Reunion

Saturday, September 21, 2024
The Northern Center
4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m.

An event for past and present Alumni Board Members.

More Upcoming Reunions

Phi Sigma Sigma Reunion

Alumni contact: Jessie Neece '02 BFA jmsneece@mtu.edu

More Upcoming Reunions

Sunday, September 22nd, 2023

Schedule of Events (Subject to change)

Bagodowe Gift Game flyer Sept 22, 1pm at Superior Dome

Bagodowe Gift Game

1 p.m., Superior Dome

Join and participate in a traditional Anishinaabe lacrosse game on Sunday, September 22nd in the Superior Dome. 

  • If you plan on playing in the game, please wear athletic clothing and bring a small gift as a donation.   
  • 1pm Listen to Anishinaabe cultural experts about the origins of bagodowe and learn about our shared responsibilities and why we play. 
  • 1:30 - Teams are selected, practice with Anishinaabe bagodowe players, learn the rules, and strategies on how to play bagodowe. 
  • 1:45 - Play Bagodowe! 

The games will end at 3:00 pm. 

Bagodowe sticks and balls are provided. Players in the games are selected on a first-come, first-served basis, but we will make all attempts to ensure everyone gets a chance to play. 

This event is free and open to NMU students and the general public. 
 

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