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Students at graduation

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The University of Mary Alumni Association and Alumni Committee host a variety of fun events and socials to bring the Marauders community together. Update your information to receive emails and updates about events in your area.

Sep 29

2024 Homecoming Week

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Seasonal Events

Throughout the year, the alumni association hosts various socials and happy hours, as well as fun events such as UMary Night at the Larks, UMary Night in Medora, UMary Night at the Minnesota Twins, and more.

Meet the Marauders

Thursday, September 5, 2024
4 - 5:45 pm
MDU Resources Community Bowl
Free and Open to the Public

Join us for a fun evening with our Marauders athletes. This event provides an opportunity for children of all ages and ability levels to participate in sport-specific activities featuring inclusive sport stations and personal interaction with Marauders Scholar-Athletes. Participants will receive free tickets to the Marauders football game vs. Augustana at 6 pm as well as a special prize. Food trucks and adult game tickets will also be on site for purchase. The event is in partnership with Special Olympics ND and Sanford Strong.

Football players on the field

2024 Homecoming

September 29 - October 6

All alumni are invited to return to campus to participate in our homecoming events throughout the week, reconnect with classmates and professors, meet other alumni, and celebrate with the Marauders family.

Highlights

  • Marauders on Main, Start at Sideline’s Sports Bar; drawing at 8 pm at Sideline’s Sports Bar
  • Saint Gianna School of Health Sciences 5K Fun Run/Walk
    • Homecoming Celebration ft. Raynes, Bismarck Event Center
    • Homecoming & Alumni Mass with complementary brunch afterwards
    • Homecoming Athletic Games
      • Volleyball Game vs. Winona State, MAC
      • Tailgating and Football Game vs. Concordia University St. Paul, MDU Resources Community Bowl
      • Soccer Match vs. Augustana, MDU Resources Community Bowl

    Annual Events

    University of Mary choral students performing during Christmas at Mary

    Christmas at Mary

    Christmas at Mary is an annual concert by the University of Mary Music Department featuring Christmas carols.

    A University of Mary student sitting at commencement.

    Commencement

    The University of Mary invites families and the general public to attend the annual Commencement Ceremony, which celebrates the individual achievements of our students.

    Max the Marauder at a tailgate with faculty and students.

    Homecoming

    Homecoming at Mary is a time for alumni, students, and fans to get together to celebrate all the things that make the University of Mary a special place.

    Mary alumni often come together for a baseball game.
    Get together with college friends and let us plan the rest!
    Alumni events are an excuse to sit back and relax while enjoying the community.
    There is something for the whole family.
    Alumni events are often family friendly – bring the whole crew!
    Mary alumni use our many planned summer events to reconnect with former classmates.
    Joining together for a summertime meal.
    Evan Baker, Mission Advancement Officer, connects with the Mary family over a barbeque dinner.