CMU Homecoming
Thursday, Oct. 10 - Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024
Join Alumni and friends back on campus for a Fired Up weekend filled with fun and memories!
Get Fired Up with the CMU Fight Song
2024 Homecoming activities
2024 Homecoming activities are listed below. Click the '+' to see the schedule for each day of CMU's 2024 Homecoming celebrations. Check back often for updates to the schedule!
**Activities are subject to change without notice.
Thursday, Oct. 10
7:00 p.m. | Soccer Game (CMU v. Ball State)
CMU Soccer/Lacrosse Complex
Watch the CMU Soccer team take on Ball State.
Free Admission.
Contact: Ticket Central | 989-774-3045
7:00 p.m. | Coach MAC Show
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
Friday, Oct. 11
11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. | Central Sustainability Farmer's Market
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
12:00 - 6:00 p.m. | Department of Art and Design Homecoming Open House
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
1:00 p.m. | Latine Alumni Career Awareness Information Session
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
3:00 - 5:00 p.m. | Coming Home Middle Michigan
Courtyard Marriott, CMU
Looking for an awesome career in Middle Michigan? Connect with world-class employers from the region and learn more about what makes Middle Michigan a wonderful place to call home.
Contact: MMDC | 989-772-2858
3:00 p.m. | Field Hockey (CMU v. Ball State)
Cristy Freese Field
Watch the CMU Field Hockey team take on Ball State.
Free Admission.
Contact:Ticket Central| 989-774-3045
3:00 - 6:00 p.m. | Department of Art and Design: Homecoming Raku Firing
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
5:00 p.m. | Greek Life Alumni Takeover Pregame
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
6:00 - 8:00 p.m. | Black Alumni Welcome Reception
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
6:00 - 8:00 p.m. | LGBTQIA+ Alumni and Allies Sushi and Wine Mixer
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
7:00 - 9:00 p.m. | Rock Rally
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
6:00 - 9:00 p.m. | Alumni Takeover: Wayside Edition
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
10:00 p.m. | NPHC Dance Party
MAC Gym
Contact: Student Activities and Involvement | 989-774-3016
10:30 p.m. | Forever Fired Up Alumni Party 🔥 Black Alumni Chapter
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
Saturday, Oct. 12
8:00 a.m. | Special Olympics Michigan 5K Race
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
9:00 a.m. | Legacy Breakfast: Admissions Overview for CMU's Legacy Families
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
9:30 a.m. | 50 Year Reunion Honoring the Class of 1974
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
9:30 - 11:00 a.m. | Community Coffee & Donuts
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
9:30 - 11:00 a.m. | Honors Alumni Open House
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
10:00 a.m. | College of Business Administration Open House & Parade Viewing
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
10:00 a.m. | Health Professions Residential College (HPRC) 25th Year Celebration - Parade Walk
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
11:00 a.m. | Homecoming Parade
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
12:00 p.m. | Tailgate Lots Open
South End Lots
Celebrate game day with a tailgate. Parking permits can be purchased by contacting Ticket Central.
Contact:Ticket Central | 989-774-3045
12:00 p.m. | Black Alumni Tailgate
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
12:00 p.m. | Latine Alumni Tailgate Fiesta
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
12:00 p.m. | LI/SAI/VC Alumni Tailgate
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
12:00 - 4:00 p.m. | Tours of the Student Activity Center
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
12:30 p.m. | Cider and Donuts with the College of Education and Human Services
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
1:00 p.m. | Cardboard Boat Races
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
4:00 p.m. | Kick-off: CMU Chippewas vs. Ohio Bobcats
Kelly/Shorts Stadium
Cheer on the CMU Chippewas as they take on the Ohio Bobcats!
Contact: Ticket Central | 989-774-3045
9:00 p.m. | They Not Like Us Alumni Party
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!
Sunday, Oct. 13
12:00 p.m. | Softball Fall Ball Scrimmage (CMU v. Northwood)
Margo Jonker Stadium
Join the CMU Softball team for a game against Northwood.
Admission is free.
Contact: Ticket Central | 989-774-3045
1:00 p.m. | Field Hockey (CMU v. MSU)
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
Grand Marshals
Each year, CMU honors outstanding individuals in the community as homecoming Grand Marshals.
2024 Homecoming Grand Marshals: 1974 National Champion Football Team
We proudly recognize the 1974 National Champion Football Team as the 2024 CMU Homecoming Grand Marshals!