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Alumni reception with Queller Leadership Scholars

Details:

All Central Michigan University alumni and friends are invited to join us for a CMU alumni reception in Atlanta at Local Three Kitchen & Bar. Enjoy cocktails and heavy hors d’oeuvres while connecting with fellow alumni, faculty, students, and university leadership.  

We’re excited to share that CMU President Neil MacKinnon and First Lady Leanne MacKinnon will be in attendance. Alumni will also have the opportunity to engage with the College of Business Administration First Generation Queller Leadership Scholars, learning firsthand about their CMU experience and impact.  

We hope you’ll join us for this special evening celebrating the CMU community—Fire Up Chips!  

⏰When: 

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 
6 p.m. | Reception Starts 
8 p.m. | Reception Ends  

📍Where: 

Local Three Kitchen & Bar 
The Garden Terrace 
3290 Northside Pkwy NW
Atlanta, GA 30327  

💲Cost: 

Complimentary
Cocktails and heavy hors d'oeuvres will be provided.

Make sure to wear your maroon and gold to show your CMU spirit!

Date: -
Time: -
Sponsor: Alumni Relations
Contact: Alumni Relations alumni@cmich.edu 989-774-3312
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