We cannot wait to welcome you back home to campus!
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
Don’t miss these opportunities to celebrate this special milestone!
FRIDAY, MAY 31, 2024
Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) Open House | 2 – 4 p.m., Coughlin Hall, third floor, Marquette University campus
Join EOP students for tours of EOP’s new home in Coughlin Hall. Be sure to hang around for snacks and games.
Educational Opportunity Program Welcome Reception and Cocktail Hour | 8 – 10 p.m., Haggerty Museum of Art, 1234 W Tory Hill Street, Marquette University campus
Join fellow EOP alums for the official kick-off of the EOP 55th Anniversary. The evening will include heavy appetizers, cocktails, and a brief program. Sunday best attire suggested.
SATURDAY, JUNE 1, 2024
Educational Opportunity Program 55th Anniversary Luncheon | 12 – 1:30 p.m., AMU, Monaghan Ballroom, Marquette University campus
This signature event will include a brief program featuring the keynote speaker, Rasheeda S. Liberty, Bus Ad '94, Grad '98, Global Head of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at Amazon UC, Certified NFL and CFL Agent and International President, Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. Enjoy remarks from EOP executive director, the premiere of "Igniting the Flame: Blazing the Trail to the Next 50 Years" documentary, student testimonials as well as a buffet and raffle.
Block Party | 12 – 4 p.m., Central Mall, Marquette University campus
Reconnect with fellow alumni during an afternoon block party in the heart of campus. There will be dedicated space for EOP alumni to gather and partake in lawn games and enjoy some of the best food trucks Milwaukee has to offer. Pay-as-you-go beer, wine and food trucks will be available.
Marquee Night | 6 – 10 p.m., Dr. E. J. and Margaret O’Brien Hall and North Lawn, 1530 W. Wisconsin Avenue, Marquette University campus
Celebrate your reunion with fellow alumni as you dine on some of Wisconsin’s favorite foods and dance the night away with live music from the Bluewater Kings Band in our great new campus space. We will utilize both the indoor and outdoor space of O’Brien Hall for the event, so please dress accordingly. Registration fee includes dinner and hosted beer, wine, hard seltzer drinks and soda.
Reunion After-party hosted by EOP and HAA | 10 p.m. – 12 a.m., Saint Kate Hotel, lobby, 139 E. Kilbourn Avenue
Keep the celebration going at the Reunion After-party at Saint Kate’s hotel lobby. Complimentary sweet treats available as well as a cash bar, 360 Photobooth and a DJ.
SUNDAY, JUNE 2, 2024
Educational Opportunity Program Morning Worship Service | Breakfast: 9 a.m.; Worship Service: 10 a.m., Greater New Birth Church, 8237 West Silver Spring Drive, Milwaukee
Join EOP alumnus and bishop at Greater New Birth Church, Ricky Burt, Sr., Arts ’84, as he delivers an inspirational, spirit-filled message that will be sure to uplift you. Continental breakfast will be provided prior to service
Visit the Alumni Reunion Weekend event schedule to see all of the events happening throughout the weekend.
Gear up for Alumni Reunion Weekend with an exclusive Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) 55th Anniversary T-shirt. Order deadline is April 30, 2024!
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