Wildcat Weekend Activities

Days or times marked with an * are optional and to be accomplished on your own.

Friday *

  • Travel to NMU and check out the town
  • Have a great dinner at one of the many restaurants in Marquette
  • Drive to Presque Isle Park

Weekend Activities | Wildcat Weekend Extras

Saturday

8:15 a.m. - Check-in begins in the C.B. Hedgcock Building                                                 (Please plan to arrive between 8:15 and 8:30 a.m.)

8:30 a.m.-2 p.m.

  • Welcome address
  • Meet staff members representing offices throughout campus including Financial Aid, Multicultural Education and Resource Center, Housing and Residence Life and many others during the Information Fair
  • Get a taste of the academic experience with current students and faculty
  • Tour campus guided by an NMU student
  • Eat lunch in a campus dining hall with NMU students and staff

2-10 p.m. *

  • Bus tour of Marquette (sign up at the Information Fair)
  • Visit the NMU Bookstore
  • Check out NMU’s Physical Education and Instructional Facility
  • Explore campus further – walk around, grab a cup of Starbucks, talk to students, etc.
  • Explore Marquette

November Weekend Activities | March Weekend Activities | Wildcat Weekend Extras

Sunday *

Travel home safely and reflect on your visit to NMU.