Family Weekend 2009
Friday, October 16 – Sunday, October 18
WHAT IS FAMILY WEEKEND?
Family Weekend is a time for you to feel a part of your student’s college experience at Northern Michigan University. The schedule of events includes a variety of activities for your family to enjoy and it also allows for informal time with your son or daughter.
WHAT SHOULD WE DO TO PARTICIPATE IN FAMILY WEEKEND?
• Contact a local motel of your choice if you require overnight accommodations (www.marquettecountry.org) or call the Marquette Country Convention & Visitors Bureau (906-228-7749). Note: This should be done as soon as possible!
• Purchase tickets for ticketed events as soon as you decide which activities you would like to participate in. Tickets can be obtained through the NMU Ticket Office (http://www.nmu.edu/tickets, by telephone at 906-227-1032, or in person at the Superior Dome, TCF Bank in the University Center, or at the Forest Roberts Theatre). Football and Tailgate Party tickets are available NOW and can be purchased at anytime.
Family Weekend Highlights
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 16
Mark Mothersbaugh: "Postcard Diaries" and "Looking In, Looking Out: Highlights from the Permanent Art Collection" Exhibitions- 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. DeVos Museum
The "character" of university art museums (and most museums) comes from the holdings in the permanent collection, and the DeVos Art Museum and NMU collection is a diverse group of art, artifact and ephemera. This display celebrates the strengths that represent over 90% of the collection: 20th Century illustration and design, local and regional contemporary art, Native American art and artifact, and modern Japanese prints.
Family Weekend Kick-Off – 2-5 p.m., University Center Atrium
We will have updated Family Weekend Schedules of Events, information on local attractions, and a limited number of additional tickets for Family Weekend activities will be available for purchase. The NMU Bookstore will be having a special sale for Family Weekend, and drawings for $25 Bookstore gift certificates will be conducted at 2:30, 3:30, and 4:30 p.m. Refreshments will be served courtesy of TCF Bank.
U.P. Fish Fry & Entertainment! – 4-9 p.m., The Marketplace
Join us for an evening of good food and enjoyable music as NMU’s Dining Services features a traditional Upper Peninsula all-you-care-to-eat fish fry (two different fried fish, one baked fish, steak-cut french fries, coleslaw, hush puppies, beverages, and dessert). Meal tickets are $8.50 and can be purchased at the door; if your son or daughter has a meal plan, he/she has the option to use guest meals. Music will be provided by Jim & Ray from 6-9 p.m. (many of you will already be familiar with Jim & Ray through the Summer Orientation picnics).
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 17
Green & Gold Swimming & Diving Meet – 10 a.m., PEIF Pool
Please join us for one of the Watercats’ few home appearances. Admission is free!
Tailgate Party – 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Vandament Arena (PEIF)
Join us for a Family Weekend tradition! A tailgate party featuring traditional picnic fare will be served, there will be door prizes, an appearance by the Wildcat Marching Band, and comments from President Les Wong. Tickets for the Tailgate Party are $7, and free for children 12 and under and NMU students who are participating in Family Weekend (be sure to include your NMU student and children in your ticket order when purchasing tickets.
) Tickets for the Tailgate Party must be purchased in advance and are available NOW through the NMU Ticket Office. The Tailgate Party is co-sponsored by the NMU Foundation.
Football: NMU vs. the Hillsdale Chargers – 1 p.m., Superior Dome
Watch the football Wildcats in action vs. the Hillsdale Chargers in a Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (GLIAC) clash. General admission tickets are priced at $9 for adults and $5 for 18 and under, and can be purchased NOW through the NMU Ticket Office. NMU students are admitted free of charge. Since this is Band Day, a number of high school bands will be joining the Wildcat Marching Band for the half-time show. They will also be performing after the game.
Mark Mothersbaugh: "Postcard Diaries" and "Looking In, Looking Out: Highlights from the Permanent Art Collection" Exhibitions- 1-4 p.m. DeVos Museum
The "character" of university art museums (and most museums) comes from the holdings in the permanent collection, and the DeVos Art Museum and NMU collection is a diverse group of art, artifact and ephemera. This display celebrates the strengths that represent over 90% of the collection: 20th Century illustration and design, local and regional contemporary art, Native American art and artifact, and modern Japanese prints.
Film: "Anatomy of a Murder"- 6 p.m. Jamrich Hall Room 103
Performance: Mission Improvable –7:30 p.m., Jamrich Hall Room 102
Based out of Chicago, these Secret Agents of Comedy have become the nation’s fastest and funniest improvisational show. Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to join us for a fun and interactive night of comedy. Admission is free! Featuring an opening performance from NMU's improv group On the Spot.
Film: "Transformers" - 9:15 p.m. Jamrich Hall Room 103
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 18
Family Weekend Brunch – 9 a.m. – 2 p.m., The Marketplace
NMU Dining Services and the Culinary Students of Northern Michigan University will be teaming up to provide a delicious brunch featuring a french toast bar, breakfast bake, scrambled eggs, carved ham, bacon, sausage links, home-style potatoes, Mexican frittata, oatmeal bar, assorted pastries/muffins/bagels, cereal, and beverages. Cost is $7.95, and tickets can be purchased at the door; if your son or daughter has a meal plan, he/she has the option to use guest meals.
