Friday and Saturday, September 27 and 28

Fun for all ages, Homecoming is a wonderful time to reconnect with classmates, faculty and friends. Bring the family and meet current students and faculty, and friends from the community, while enjoying the many events offered.
For questions about Homecoming, please contact Kaitlyn Dougherty, Alumni and Annual Fund Officer in the University Advancement and Alumni Office at 734-432-5832.

We invite all alumni, friends, and guests to volunteer throughout the weekend. If you are interested, please sign up using this form.

Homecoming 2019 Schedule

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Friday, September 27

12:00 - 4:00 p.m.      Homecoming Registration and Check-In - Franciscan Center Gathering Space

• At check-in, alumni and guests will receive a Madonna University lanyard and name tag along with a goody bag with additional Homecoming information
• Welcome Center renderings and video from the Groundbreaking event on Sunday, May 19 will be available for viewing.  For more information and updates about the Welcome Center, please visit the webpage

12:00 - 2:00 p.m.      Alumni and Campus Community Lunch - University Center Dining Hall

• Reserved seating for the Class of 1969 and Before      
• Lunch is available for $8 per person.  Cash and credit card accepted    

2:00 - 3:00 p.m.        Interfaith Prayer Service - Outdoor Gazebo and Cardinal Square

3:15 p.m.                     Class of 1969 and Before Class Photo - Meet at the Gazebo

• A copy of the photo will be printed and mailed to each participant

4:00 - 4:30 p.m.        Homecoming Mass - University Center Chapel 

• Special blessings will be offered for the Class of 1969 and Beyond
• Father Charles Morris will officiate Mass

4:30 - 7:00 p.m.        Class of 1969 and Before Celebration Dinner - Franciscan Center Gathering Space

• Event begins with hors d'oeuvres and drinks from 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.
• Guests will be joined by President Michael and Mrs. Nancy Grandillo, Interim Vice President for Advancement Mark Parsons, Ph.D.,  and Director of Development John Doyle '01

4:30 - 7:30 p.m.         Alumni Art Gallery Opening and Reception - Art Gallery

• Remarks by Dr. Chris Seguin, Chair of Art Department, at approximately 5:30 p.m.
• More details to come about featured alumni artists

7:00 p.m.        Volleyball vs. University of Northwestern Ohio - Activities Center

• Come out and cheer on the Crusaders as they seek the program's 18th appearance in the NAIA National Tournament and look to snap the longest losing streak in the series with the Racers. Madonna is 15-3 all-time against the Lima, Ohio program, but dropped both matches last season – you can be the difference!
• Admission to the game is free

7:00 - 9:00 p.m.        The After-Credits Reception with Chuck and Pat Derry; Celebrating a Decade in the Derry Studios - Franciscan Center

• Alumni from the Broadcast and Cinema Arts, Television and Video Communications, Video Communications, and Visual Communication and Design programs are invited to join Chuck '93 and Pat Derry '72, '93 as they celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Derry Studios. The Derrys will be joined by faculty members: Sue and Dan Boyd, former WXYZ Channel 7 news reporter Cheryl Chodun, and Chris Nickin '13.
• Strolling reception will take place in the Derry Studios. Hors d'oeuvres and drinks will be provided

7:30 - 8:30 p.m.         Performing Arts Showcase - Kresge Hall

• Includes performances by the Chorale, Gospel Choir, Jazz Ensemble, Lyric Theatre, MUse Dance Ensemble, Pep Band, and Repertory Theatre
• For more information about Performing Arts, please visit the program's webpage

9:00 p.m.                   Trivia Night - Franciscan Center Gathering Space

• Includes two games of trivia.  More details to come!
  
  

Saturday, September 28

10:00 - 12:00 p.m.     Admissions Campus Visit Day - Franciscan Center Gathering Space

• For more information about Admissions Campus Visit Day, please visit the Campus Visit webpage

10:00 - 12:00 p.m.    Women's Alumni Basketball Game - Activities Center

10:30 - 12:30 p.m.     Homecoming Registration and Check-In - Franciscan Center Gathering Space 

• At check-in, alumni and guests will receive a Madonna University lanyard and name tag along with a goody bag with additional Homecoming information
• Welcome Center renderings and video from the Groundbreaking event on Sunday, May 19 will be available for viewing.  For more information and updates about the Welcome Center, please visit the webpage

10:30 - 2:00 p.m.      Alumni Art Show - Art Gallery

• Join us anytime as you enjoy the other Homecoming activities
• More details to come about featured alumni artists

11:00 - 1:00 p.m.      First-Year Experience, Residence Life, and Student Life Reunion - Room 1411

• Join us anytime between 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. to see old friends, make new friends, share memories, and tell stories
• Tours of the newly renovated Dining Hall and the recently-built residence halls will be available

11:00 - 1:00 p.m.      College of Nursing and Health Alumni Reunion Reception - Franciscan Center Gathering Space

• Join us anytime between 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. to see old friends, make new friends, share memories, and tell stories
• Meet new College of Nursing and Health Dean, Judith McKenna, D.N.P.

12:00 - 1:00 p.m.     Dining Hall Tour and Lunch - University Center Dining Hall

• Join us for lunch and receive a tour of the new Dining Hall that opened in January 2019
• Lunch is available for $8 per person.  Cash and credit card accepted
• 10-15 minute tours will be given by Sodexo Catering Services General Manager, Paul Daniels or Chef Carlos Garcia 

12:00 - 1:00 p.m.      Men's Soccer Milestone Reunion - Cruzer's Tailgate tent in the Madonna Athletic Complex parking lot

• All men's soccer alumni and their families and guests are invited to attend the reunion celebrating 25 years of Madonna Men's Soccer
• Tailgate fare is available for $10 per person and includes hamburgers, hot dogs, potato salad, apple cole slaw, cookies, blondie bars, punch, and water.  Cash bar available along with veggie burgers and dogs
• Alumni will receive one complimentary drink ticket
• Remarks will be given by Head Coach Mark Zathey

12:00 - 1:00 p.m.      Men and Women's Cross Country Milestone Reunion - Cruzer's Tailgate tent in the Madonna Athletic Complex parking lot

• All men and women's cross country alumni and their families and guests are invited to attend the milestone reunion celebrating 15 years of Madonna Cross Country
• Tailgate fare is available for $10 per person and includes hamburgers, hot dogs, potato salad, apple cole slaw, cookies, blondie bars, punch, and water.  Cash bar available along with veggie burgers and dogs 
• Alumni will receive one complimentary drink ticket
• Remarks will be given by Head Coach Patrick Daugherty 

1:00 - 6:00 p.m.       Cruzer's Tailgate - Tent in the Madonna Athletic Complex parking lot

• All alumni, friends, family, and students are invited to attend
• Tailgate fare is available for $10 per person and includes hamburgers, hot dogs, potato salad, apple cole slaw, cookies, blondie bars, punch, and water.  Cash bar available along with veggie burgers and dogs (available upon request)
• The first 200 guests to pre-register will receive a Madonna University party cup.  Online registration ends for Cruzer's tailgate on Friday, September 27.  On-site registration will be available.
• The tailgate will begin one hour prior to the start of the Men's Soccer game and will continue until the end of the Women's Soccer game
• Meet the Madonna Football team coaches, players, cheerleaders, and dance team members from 1:00-2:30 p.m. 
• Challenge Cruzer or your friends to a game of cornhole, kan jam, or other outdoor game!
• Parking passes required to park in the Madonna Athletic Complex. Additional parking available at the Madonna University Performing Arts, Athletic, and Academic Center (PAAAC), located at  14680 Newburgh Road Livonia, MI

1:00 - 3:00 p.m.         Volleyball vs. Indiana Institute of Technology - Activities Center

• The Blue and Gold have dominated the Warriors to the tune of a 25-10 record. Madonna is 12-3 at home and has not dropped a home match to the team from Fort Wayne, Indiana since Sept. 14, 2010 – come cheer on the Crusaders and keep the streak alive!
• Admission to the game is free

2:00 - 4:00 p.m.        Men's Soccer vs. Lawrence Technological University - Madonna Athletic Complex 

• Alumni will be recognized during halftime
• The two-time defending Wolverine-Hoosier Athletic Conference regular season champion Crusaders begin their title defense against the team that knocked them out in the tournament semifinals last season – Prior to that 1-0 defeat MU was undefeated against the Blue Devils at home – come cheer on the Blue and Gold and help them exact their revenge!
• Admission to the game is free

4:00 - 5:00 p.m.       Women's Golf Milestone Reunion - Cruzer's Tailgate tent in the Madonna Athletic Complex parking lot

• All women's golf alumni and their families and guests are invited to attend the milestone reunion celebrating 15 years of Madonna Women's Golf
• Tailgate fare is available at $10 per person and includes hamburgers, hot dogs, potato salad, apple cole slaw, cookies, blondie bars, punch, and water.  Cash bar available along with veggie burgers and dogs
• Alumni will receive one complimentary drink ticket
• Remarks will be given by Head Coach Ronnie Pollack at approximately 4:45 p.m.

4:00 - 5:00 p.m.       Men's Golf WHAC Championship Celebration - Cruzer's Tailgate tent in the Madonna Athletic Complex parking lot

• All men's golf alumni and their families and guests are invited to celebrate the 10 year anniversary of the first-ever Men's Golf WHAC Championship 
• Tailgate fare is available at $10 per person and includes hamburgers, hot dogs, potato salad, apple cole slaw, cookies, blondie bars, punch, and water.  Cash bar available along with veggie burgres and dogs
• Alumni will receive one complimentary drink ticket
• Remarks will given by Head Coach Ronnie Pollack at approximately 4:45 p.m.

4:00 - 6:00 p.m.       Men's Basketball Alumni Game - Activities Center

4:00 - 7:00 p.m.       Class Reunions Open House - President Michael and Mrs. Nancy Grandillo's Home in Northville

• Milestone reunions classes invited (25 years and above):  1994, 1989, 1984, 1979, 1974, and 1969 and Giving Club Members
• By invitation only.  Address included in the invitation
• Please feel free to drop by anytime between 4:00 and 7:00 p.m. Hors d'oeuvres and drinks will be provided
• To become a Giving Club member, please contact John Doyle, Director of Development, at 734-432-5737
• Parking is limited at the President's House.  A shuttle service will be available

4:30 - 6:30 p.m.         Women's Soccer vs. Lawrence Technological University - Madonna Athletic Complex  

• Come cheer on the Crusaders as they open Wolverine-Hoosier Athletic Conference play against the Blue Devils whom they own an 8-0 record against including a 3-0 shutout last season! Help the Blue and Gold as they being their trek toward the team’s first conference title since 2008!
• Admission to the game is free

 

Interpreting Services (for American Sign Language)

• ASL interpreters are available upon request throughout the entire Homecoming Weekend.  Please request an interpreter by Friday, September 13 on the online registration form or email homecoming@madonna.edu 

Overnight Accommodations

• A block of rooms at the Courtyard Detroit Livonia are reserved for Madonna University alumni and guests.  Visit here or call 1-800-321-2211 or 734-462-2000
• Last day to book to reserve the special group rate is Friday, September 6, 2019 at midnight.  After this date, rooms and rates cannot be guaranteed

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