Find out about Homecoming events of alumni interest here. Check back for new events and more information as it is available
Homecoming 2010: Paint the Town Gold
Honor the spirit of the maroon and gold during Homecoming, September 26 – October 2. Give back to the community by donating non-perishable food items for the Stuff the Truck food drive throughout the week of Homecoming, and consider donating blood for the American Red Cross Blood Drive on Sept. 29th. Children 12 and under can also enter the coloring contest for a chance to be featured as a special guest in the Homecoming Parade!
See images, events and links below
2010 Events of InterestFor more, visit
www.homecoming.umn.edu
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Campus-Wide Scavenger Hunt  9/24/2010 Participate in fun challenges, explore campus, discover U traditions, find Gopher treasures, and take photos of your journey on the Scavenger Hunt.
Thank U Event  9/26/2010 Thank U is intended to thank the greater University Community for all they do for the University of Minnesota – Twin Cities throughout the year.
Gopherfest and T-shirt Swap  9/27/2010 Don't have any U of M gear? Bring a t-shirt from another college and swap it out for a U of M t-shirt.
Homecoming Blood Drive  9/29/2010 Help out the American Red Cross and your community through donating blood! It's quick and easy!
Alumni Awards Celebration  9/29/2010 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM Join us to honor the 2010 recipients of the Alumni Service Award and the University of Minnesota Alumni Association awards.
Great Conversations  9/30/2010 This special fall edition of Great Conversations will feature a recognized thought leader in a unique conversation that will enlighten, engage, and inform the audience. Homecoming Parade  10/1/2010 Get the best spot to view the annual 2010 Homecoming Parade! College Day  10/1/2010 College Day will feature collegiate events such as open houses and reunions for alumni and the greater community to enjoy on Friday, October 1. More information about events will be coming soon. Homecoming Football Game  10/2/2010 Minnesota Gophers vs. Northwestern Wildcats
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See video highlights of a few Homecoming events here, including a speech by Garrison Keillor to the pepfest. Thanks you to U of M Athletics for the video footage!
Homecoming News
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Alumni Association honors top volunteers, groups and programs The University of Minnesota Alumni Association will honor its outstanding alumni volunteers, groups and programs at a celebratory event to be held at the McNamara Alumni Center on October 8, 2009. U to Honor Top Alumni Volunteers Thirteen University of Minnesota alumni will receive the prestigious Alumni Service Award from the University of Minnesota during Homecoming week for their long-time service and legacy of volunteerism. Homecoming Grand Marshals Named Six distinguished University of Minnesota alumni will serve as grand marshals for the University’s 2009 Homecoming parade. |
Alumni Association National President Archie Givens and CEO Margaret Carlson present a banner, signed by thousands at the TCF Bank Stadium Open House, to head football coach Tim Brewster.