CMU Homecoming

CMU Soccer/Lacrosse Complex

Watch the CMU Soccer team take on Ball State.

Free Admission.

Contact: Ticket Central | 989-774-3045

Soaring Eagle Casino at Ascend Sports Bar

Hour-long broadcast show that is hosted by Adam Jaksa, Brock Gutierrez, and CMU Head Coach Jim McElwain. They will break down their opponent (Ohio University) and take a look at the Chippewas' performance in their previous game.

Admission is free.

Contact: Athletics | 989-774-3277

Lot 33N (No parking pass required during the time of the market.)

Support the students of Central Sustainability and visit the Farmer's Market in Lot 33N. Central Sustainability is dedicated to making the CMU community more sustainable through projects, policy, and programming.

Contact: Central Sustainability |sustainability@cmich.edu

Wightman Hall

Join the Department of Art and Design for an open house at Wightman Hall. Around the building, faculty and students will be creating art, doing demos and popups, and showing off their facilities to friends and alumni that want to visit.

Contact: Scott de Brestian | 989-774-7120 | debre1sc@cmich.edu

Bovee University Center Auditorium, UC Lake MI Room

Come join the CMU Latine Alumni Chapter for an inspiring program as these accomplished individuals share their personal stories, highlighting their journeys and impactin their respective fields. Moreover, the program will include valuable career advice sessions where alumni will provide guidance and insights to current students. This is an invaluable opportunity to gain practical wisdom and learn from the successes and challenges faced by those who came before you.

Check-in and refreshments begin at 1:00 p.m.

Contact: Alumni Relations | 989-774-3312

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Cristy Freese Field

Watch the CMU Field Hockey team take on Ball State.

Free Admission.

Contact:Ticket Central| 989-774-3045

Wightman Hall

Witness the excitement of this immediate firing process as Brett Sauve, an Art and Design Alumni, along with Izzy and the crew take red hot pots out of the kiln and place them into barrels to burn and smoke in newspaper, sawdust, and leaves. Once cooled, the smoke, carbon, and lack of oxygen results in magical clay and glaze surfaces. Don’t miss out on seeing this collaborative firing event!

Contact: Scott de Brestian | 989-774-7120 | debre1sc@cmich.edu

The Cabin

Come pregame with Greek Life Alumni before we take over the Wayside on Friday, October 11th from 5-7 p.m. at the Cabin.

Contact: Alumni Relations| 989-774-3312

Register

Bovee University Center, 3rd Floor

Welcome home, CMU Black Alumni! Stop by the 3rd floor of the UC to mix and mingle with old friends and make new connections. Join us for games, light hors d'oeuvres & networking! CMU Black Alumni apparel orders and weekend check-in will be available.

Contacts:
Alumni Relations| 989-774-3312
CMU Black Alumni Chapter| cmublackalumni@gmail.com

Register with the Black Alumni Chapter Weekend Package

Alumni Residence

Join fellow LGBTQIA+ CMU Alumni and allies for an evening of connection featuring a delightful spread of sushi, charcuterie, wine, and prosecco. This event is generously hosted by alumnus Bill O’Dell `90, '07. Click here to learn more about the CMU LGBTQIA+ Affinity Group.

Contacts:
Alumni Relations| 989-774-3312
CMU LGBTQIA+ Affinity Group

Register on the CMU Alumni Events page

Wayside Central

It’s the 2nd Annual Alumni Takeover of the Wayside from 6-9 pm! Enjoy “oldies” from the 70s through the early 2000s with DJ Darryl “Mack” (who DJ’d at the Wayside in the early 80s) and the Wayside’s resident DJ Tré. Any proceeds from the cover charge will go to support the Student Food Pantry at Central Michigan University!

Cost: $5.00 | Wayside Door Cover *additional donations accepted.

Contacts:
Wayside | (989) 772-2391
Scott Nadeau | scott.nadeau@comcast.net

Register on the CMU Alumni Events page

Plachta Auditorium

This is the final event of CMU Homecoming Spirit Week that is one of the most spirited and high-energy events held on campus! This awesome lip-sync/dance competition is where CMU Students compete in groups on a stage for the coveted of Gold Cup Trophy, along with finding out who will be our Gold Ambassador for 2024.

Admission is free.

Contact:
Student Activities and Involvement | 989-774-3016

MAC Gym

Contact: Student Activities and Involvement | 989-774-3016

Encore Nightclub | 10:30 p.m. - 2:00 a.m.

Keep the Homecoming energy going atEncore Nightclubfor theForever Fired Upafter-party! Directly following the CMU’s Got Talent showcase, join fellow alumni and friends for a night of celebration, music, and memories. You won’t want to miss this event!

Contacts:
Alumni Relations| 989-774-3312
CMU Black Alumni Chapter|cmublackalumni@gmail.com

Register with the Black Alumni Chapter Weekend Package

Finch Fieldhouse

This run/walk starts Homecoming morning off right with a 5K run or walk that begins at historic Finch Fieldhouse and travels throughout the beautiful campus of CMU.

Contact: Special Olympics Michigan | 989-774-3911

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Bovee University Center Rotunda

The CMU Homecoming Legacy Breakfast is for prospective students who are the children or grandchildren of CMU alumni. Students will see the growth of the university since their parents and grandparents were on campus, as well as hear about the application process and scholarship opportunities.

Contact: CMUAdmissions | 989-774-3076

Register

Powers Hall Ballroom

Rekindle past friendships, explore campus, and honor traditions at the 50 Year Reunion; celebrating the classes of 1971-1977, and highlighting the class of 1974.

*Time subject to change

Contact: Alumni Relations | 989-774-3312

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Powers Hall Lobby

Stop by Powers Hall to start your Homecoming day with something sweet. Complimentary coffee and donuts are available for the community. *While supplies last.

Visit with Honors Alumni, who will have an open house in conjunction with Community Coffee & Donuts.

Admission is free.

Contact: Alumni Relations| 989-774-3312

Powers Hall Lobby

Stop by Powers Hall and enjoy complimentary coffee and donuts with Honors Alumni.

Admission is free.

Contact: Alumni Relations| 989-774-3312

Grawn Hall

Join us at Grawn Hall to enjoy snacks, beverages, and a photo booth!

*Time subject to change

Contact: College of Business Administration | 989-774-3124

Lot 22

The HPRC is celebrating 25 years, and we would love to have Alumni join us in Lot 22 to participate in the Homecoming Parade. Please wear CMU or HPRC apparel (if you have). A float will be available for people to ride on, or you are welcome to walk along! 

Contact: Beth Boman, HPRC Director | boman1ej@cmich.edu | 989-774-2981

Mt. Pleasant

The annual Homecoming Parade begins in Parking Lot 22 and travels through campus before heading north on Main Street to downtown Mount Pleasant.

*Time subject to change

Contact:
Student Activities & Involvement | 989-774-3016

Sign up for the Homecoming Parade

South End Lots

Celebrate game day with a tailgate. Parking permits can be purchased by contacting Ticket Central.

Contact:Ticket Central | 989-774-3045

Grass lot East of Kelly/Shorts between East Campus Dr. and Mission St.

Join the CMU Black Alumni Chapter for our annual tailgate! Come enjoy food, music, and fellowship!

Tailgate Parking: A limited number of parking passes are available on a first-come, first-served basis in Lot 63E. Pre-purchase your parking here.

Contacts:
Alumni Relations| 989-774-3312
CMU Black Alumni Chapter | cmublackalumni@gmail.com

Register with the Black Alumni Chapter Weekend Package

Grass lot East of Kelly/Shorts between East Campus Dr. and Mission St.

Join the CMU Latine Alumni Chapterfor a vibrant and lively Tailgate Tent experience that embraces our CMU Latine community. We invite all students, alumni, and friends to come together and celebrate the diversity and richness of Latine culture in a festive and inclusive environment. Let's come together, dance, and celebrate our Latine community at this unforgettable Homecoming Tailgate Fiesta!

Contact: Alumni Relations | 989-774-3312

Register

Lot 62 E

Join alumni and current students that have been involved with the Leadership Institute, Student Activities and Involvement, an the Volunteer Center for a Homecoming Tailgate!

Contact: Student Activities and Involvement | 989-774-3016

Student Activity Center

Alumni can come back to revisit the home of their greatest CMU memories. University Recreation alumni are encouraged to explore the places they used to work and connect with students and staff that are keeping the tradition alive.

Contact: Scott Harrington | 989-774-3686 | harri3sr@cmich.edu

Education and Human Services Building East entrance on Central Ave.

Stop by the Education and Human Services Building for cider, donuts, and some CMU swag on your way to the football game and tailgate festivities!

Admission is free.

Contact: Education and Human Services| 989-774-3079

School of Music Patio

Please join CAM alumni and friends to catch up with old friends, get a bite to eat before the game, and learn what’s happening in the College of Arts and Media. Lot 33N on East Campus Drive will offer free parking for the social and is about a 15-minute what to the stadium.

*This event is weather permitting. 

Rose Ponds

Student engineers construct boats out of cardboard in hopes of successfully crossing both Rose Ponds. The annual Cardboard Boat Race is hosted by the School of Engineering and Technology.

Contact:
School of Engineering & Technology | 989-774-1870

Kelly/Shorts Stadium

Cheer on the CMU Chippewas as they take on the Ohio Bobcats!

Contact: Ticket Central | 989-774-3045

Soaring Eagle Casino, Saginaw Ballroom

Join us for an unforgettable Saturday night at the Soaring Eagle Casino! This exclusive event is all about celebrating our unique bond and the undeniable energy that sets us apart. Expect an evening filled with great music, dancing, and reconnecting with old friends in a vibrant and luxurious setting. Whether you're catching up over cocktails or hitting the dance floor, this is the place where alumni come together to create memories. Get ready to show the world that there’s truly no one like us! 

Register with the Black Alumni Chapter Weekend Package

Margo Jonker Stadium

Join the CMU Softball team for a game against Northwood.

Admission is free.

Contact: Ticket Central | 989-774-3045

Cristy Freese Field

Join the CMU Field Hockey team for their Homecoming game against Michigan State.

Admission is free.

Contact: Ticket Central | 989-774-3045