| Details: | Join the Central Michigan University Black Alumni Chapter (CMUBAC) at this year’s Homecoming! The chapter has planned several special events from Friday, Oct. 24, to Saturday, Oct. 25, that you don't want to miss. Registration is per person and includes a VIP wristband for access to all CMU Black Alumni Chapter homecoming events, plus an exclusive BAC-branded portable umbrella as a keepsake! **Football game tickets and parking passes must be purchased separately. BLACK ALUMNI REGISTRATION HOMECOMING PACKAGE
💛 New this year: CMUBAC Gold Members receive a $10 discount off the registration total! To ensure you receive the weekend package perks, PRE-REGISTER by Sunday, Oct. 19, at 11:59 p.m. EST. Walk-up package registrations will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Schedule of eventsFriday, Oct. 24 🏡 ALUMNI WELCOME HOME MIXER 6 - 9 p.m. | University Center (UC) 3rd Floor 🔥 HOME TEAM ENERGY ALUMNI PARTY 10:30 p.m. - 2 a.m. | Encore Nightclub Saturday, Oct. 25 🎪 BLACK ALUMNI TAILGATE 11:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. | Grass Lot Southeast of Kelly/Shorts Stadium Parking: Parking is the responsibility of the attendee. Parking on the grass or at the tailgate location is NOT permitted. Only bring items that you can comfortably carry from your parking space. There are limited parking passes in Lot 63E, available on a first-come, first-served basis. Purchase parking passes directly through this link by Oct. 15:
Tent Information: Tent space is available for groups at the tailgate location. Tent space is not available for undergraduate RSO's. You must be registered with the Black Alumni Chapter weekend package to reserve a space for your group. Tent size cannot exceed 10x10; only one space is allowed per group. Please list your group's name and the contact person when registering. Vendors: Calling all Black alumni-owned small businesses! 📣 Join the tailgate as a vendor and sell your items at the BAC tailgate with 500+ attendees. The vendor fee is $100, and you must complete this form to be pre-approved. 🏈 *CMU VS. MASSACHUSETTS WITH THE BLACK ALUMNI CHAPTER 3:30 p.m. | Kelly/Shorts Stadium 🎳 THE FINAL FRAME BOWLING PARTY 10:30 p.m. - 12 a.m. | Riverwood Resort 🖤 IT'S GIVING BLACK AND FIRED UP – 2025 APPAREL FUNDRAISER Show your pride and support in exclusive CMU Black Alumni Chapter apparel! In partnership with Logos Galore, proceeds from this fundraiser directly support chapter programming and initiatives. You can select shipping (+$10) or pick-up on campus at BAC Homecoming events. Place your order at this link by Oct. 5! This event is hosted by the CMU Black Alumni Chapter and is open to all CMU community members and supporters. We can't wait to Fire Up with you this Homecoming! 🔥⬆️ All registration sales are final. |
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| Sponsor: | Alumni Relations |
| Contact: | Alumni Relations alumni@cmich.edu 989-774-3312 |
| RSVP by Sunday, October 19, 2025 | |
International Students and Scholars
Office of International Students and Scholars Services
The ISSS provides advising services to CMU students and scholars on F-1, J-1 and other non-immigrant visas. We also provide programming and events for new student orientation, cultural awareness and student success.
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About the ISSS team
Our mission
The International Student and Scholar Services unit (ISSS) within the Office of International Affairs and Graduate Recruitment is here to support and guide international students, scholars, faculty and staff. We work hard to make sure international students and scholars have a smooth transition to life at CMU.
Our dedicated staff provides personalized advising appointments to help with immigration questions, supports visiting scholars and faculty and connects you to our vibrant international community through cultural programs and events.
ISSS provides advising services to students and scholars at CMU on F, J and other nonimmigrant visas. In addition to advising on immigration matters, we provide programming and events for new student orientation, cultural awareness and student success.
We provide:
- Immigration advising.
- Visiting scholar or professor advising.
- New student orientation.
- Oversight for international student organizations.
- Cultural programs and events.
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Office of International Affairs & Graduate Recruitment
During business hours
(Monday-Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.)
- Contact the ISSS Front Desk at (989) 774-4308 and ask to speak with an advisor.
- Contact an ISSS Advisor via email at isss@cmich.edu (this is the best option if you have Wi-Fi access on a flight and cannot make a phone call)
After business hours
If you experience one of the immigration emergencies outlined above after business hours, contact the CMU Police at (989) 774-3081. Let them know that you have an emergency and need to speak with an ISSS advisor.
Emergency contacts
For medical emergencies or if you feel that your safety or the safety of others is at risk, please call 911. This number works anywhere in the United States and will connect you with local public safety officials.
The following are immigration emergencies which require immediate attention:
- Being denied entry into the United States.
- Being otherwise detained at a U.S. Port of Entry.
- Being arrested for any reason while in the United States.
If you experience any of these issues, please follow the steps above, depending on the time of day.