Welcome home, Marquette alumni!

We are thrilled to invite you back to campus for Alumni Reunion Weekend. From campus tours to Friday Night Parties and a spectacular Saturday evening celebration, we have an exciting lineup of events planned just for you. Get ready for a weekend filled with nostalgia, laughter, and school spirit.

Register online now for Alumni Reunion Weekend 2025.

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FRIDAY, MAY 30, 2025

Alumni Reunion Weekend Headquarters
9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Alumni Memorial Union (AMU), second floor
Marquette University campus
Stop by for all your registration needs! Pick up your keepsake reunion nametag, relive favorite memories by checking out the Marquette Archives exhibit, and grab a weekend guide that includes event locations and a campus map.

Coffee and Tea with the Jesuits
10 – 11 a.m.
Dr. E. J. O’Brien Jesuit Residence, Stuessi Memorial Garden
Marquette University campus
Brew up some conversation over coffee and tea with fellow alumni and the Jesuit community.

Walking Tour of Campus
10 – 11:30 a.m. and 1 – 2:30 p.m.
Tour begins at AMU, second-floor information desk, Marquette University campus
See how Marquette's campus has transformed over the years and discover the exciting advancements shaping the future of the university. The tour will last approximately 90 minutes and cover around a mile with multiple stops.

St. Joan of Arc Chapel Tour
11 a.m. – 12 p.m. and 2 – 3 p.m.
St. Joan of Arc Chapel
Marquette University campus 
Explore the renovated St. Joan of Arc Chapel and surrounding grounds.

Reunion University | 3 – 4 p.m.
Head back to class with interactive tours, discussions featuring faculty, students and alumni, and more. Reunion University lets you explore how Marquette is staying ahead of the curve.

A New Home for Marquette Nursing
David A. Straz, Jr., Hall, Room 100
Marquette University campus
We invite nursing alumni and all those alumni passionate about the future of health care to join us in celebrating this milestone for the College of Nursing. Explore the newly opened home for the college in the fully renovated Straz Hall. Hear from Dr. Jill Guttormson, dean of the College of Nursing, and have the opportunity to explore the facility at your own pace with a self-guided tour of the building. 

This is a wonderful opportunity to see firsthand the cutting-edge learning environments, innovative technology, and collaborative spaces that will shape the future of nursing education and heath care.

Check out a photo collage of the new building.

Enhancing Healthspans – Research from the Life After Sport Trajectories Lab
Athletic and Human Performance Research Center
733 N. 12th Street
Marquette University campus
The mission of the Life After Sport Trajectories (LAST) Lab is to improve health and wellness across the lifespan of current and former athletes. Learn from clinician-scientist Dr. Jacob Capin and members of the LAST Lab team about their ongoing NIH-funded research through an interactive tour of Marquette University’s state-of-the-art Athletic and Human Performance Research Center.

Ignatian Innovation and the Unbreaking of the World
707 Hub
1102 W. Wisconsin Avenue
Marquette University campus
Explore how Ignatian spirituality equips mission-driven leaders to respond to the world's deepest needs. Learn from Associate Professor and Chair of Theology Department Rev. Ryan Duns, S.J. and the Director or Innovation of the 707Hub Patricick Monahan, about Marquette’s new minor in Ignatian Leadership and Discernment, which prepares students to cultivate a discerning heart, attune themselves to the Spirit’s call, and lead with wisdom and compassion. Grounded in our Catholic, Jesuit tradition, hear how this program empowers students to dedicate their lives to the healing and renewal of our fractured world.

Honors Alumni Reunion Celebration
5 – 7 p.m.
On Tap Bar & Restaurant
1203 N. 10th Street, Milwaukee
Celebrate 60 years of the University Honors Program! Enjoy a special evening connecting with fellow Honors alumni and faculty and hear exciting updates from the current program director. Includes heavy appetizers. Street parking is available.

	FRIDAY NIGHT PARTIES 50-year through 60-year (Class of 1975, 1970 and 1965) 7 – 10 p.m. Milwaukee County Historical Society 910 N. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, Milwaukee Class of 1965, 1970 and 1975 – enjoy a special evening at a historical Milwaukee venue and reminisce with your classmates as we take you for a walk down memory lane of your time at Marquette, as well as Milwaukee. Includes heavy appetizers. Shuttles will be available to the Milwaukee County Historical Society from campus beginning at 6:40 p.m. and will return to campus at the end of the party. The full schedule is listed on the class pages and will be shared to event registrants. 45-year (Class of 1980) 7:30 – 10 p.m. Wisconsin Club, Deutscher Room 900 W. Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee Class of 1980 – enjoy an evening with fellow classmates at the Wisconsin Club. Includes heavy appetizers. Valet and street parking are available. 40-year (Class of 1985) 7:30 – 10 p.m. Wisconsin Club, Grand Ballroom 900 W. Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee Class of 1985 – enjoy an evening with fellow classmates at the Wisconsin Club. Includes heavy appetizers. Valet and street parking are available. 20-year through 35-year (Class of 2005 – 1990) 7:30 – 10 p.m. Pilot Project Brewing 1128 N. 9th Street, Milwaukee Class of 1990, 1995, 2000, and 2005 – enjoy an evening with fellow classmates at Pilot Project Brewing. Includes heavy appetizers. Street parking is available. First Reunion through 15-year (Class of 2024 - 2010) 8 – 10 p.m. Broken Bat Brewery, Lumber Room 135 E. Pittsburgh Avenue, Milwaukee Classes of 2010, 2015, 2020 and 2024 – enjoy an evening with fellow classmates at alumni-owned Broken Bat Brewery. Includes heavy appetizers and your first drink is on us. Street parking is available. Broken Bat Brewery is owned by Celina, Grad ’12, and Tim, Arts ’10, Pauly.

 

SATURDAY, MAY 31, 2025

Alumni Reunion Weekend Headquarters
9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
AMU, second floor
Marquette University campus
Stop by for all your registration needs! Pick up your keepsake reunion nametag, relive favorite memories by checking out the Marquette Archives exhibit, and grab a weekend guide that includes event locations and a campus map.

LOVELLSTRONG Run/Walk
9 a.m.
Lake Park – Picnic Area #6
2975 N. Lake Park Road, Milwaukee
Join fellow alumni and their families for a casual meet-up at Milwaukee’s lakefront to start your Saturday off right with a brisk walk, jog or run! The LOVELLSTRONG Run/Walk is held in honor of former President Michael R. Lovell, celebrating his strength, spirit, and deep love for the Marquette community—as well as his passion for running and commitment to wellness. 

The run/walk starts and ends at Picnic Area #6. Please note that the address for Lake Park will not take you directly to the event location. Picnic Area #6 is located on the north end of the park. You can utilize the park map and Google Map pin to find the picnic area. Limited street parking is available in the park. 

Navy ROTC Alumni & Friends Association Meeting and Open House
Meeting: 9 – 10:15 a.m.
Open House: 10:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Old Gym, 1532 W. Clybourn Street
Marquette University campus
Members and alumni or friends who are interested in becoming members, are invited to attend our annual update on the "State of the Marquette NROTC Alumni & Friends Association”. Afterwards, the NROTC unit hosts an opportunity for you to see the updated unit spaces and facilities. A buffet lunch and refreshments will be served.

Army ROTC Golden Eagle Battalion Alumni Open House
10 – 11 a.m.
Old Gym, 1508 W. Clybourn Street
Marquette University campus
Visit the Old Gym, home of Golden Eagle Battalion, and catch up with former classmates.

50, 55 and 60-year Reunion Headquarters with Special Archives Exhibit
10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
AMU, Room 227
Marquette University campus
The Classes of 1965, 1970, and 1975 are invited to take a walk down memory lane as you view special photo displays and Marquette memorabilia from your time here at Marquette. Reminisce with your classmates about the years you spent on campus and enjoy this dedicated space for your class.

Reunion University: Brunch with Babs - Embracing Life’s Second Course
10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
AMU, Lunda Room
Marquette University campus 
Join the internet’s favorite grandmother (and Marquette alumna!) Barbara “Babs” Costello (Shamon), Arts ’70, known as @BrunchwithBabs on social media, for a conversation about launching a brand-new career later in life, her Marquette takeaways, and more. The discussion will be facilitated by Dr. Heidi Bostic, dean of the Helen Way Klingler College of Arts and Sciences and the College of Education, and will be followed by a book signing and meet and greet with Babs. Babs’ newest cookbook, Every Day with Babs:101 Family-Friendly Dinners for Every Day of the Week will be available for purchase. Light refreshments inspired by Babs’ recipes will be provided. 

Barbara Costello, Arts ’70, is a mother of four and grandmother of nine. Babs has taken the internet by storm with her warmth, enthusiasm, practical tips, and motherly wisdom, earning her the title of “the internet’s favorite grandma.” The bestselling author of Celebrate with Babs, she’s also a regular guest on Today, Good Morning America, and The Drew Barrymore Show, where she shares her household tips, tricks, hacks, and delicious recipes. A former teacher and preschool founder, she is also a wife to her loving husband, Mr. Babs. 

Check out the recent article on Babs in the Spring 2024 issue of Marquette Magazine.

Photo by Rikki Snyder.

Reunion University | 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Behind-the-Scenes Tour of Wellness + Helfaer Recreation
Wellness + Helfaer Recreation
525 N. 16th Street
Marquette University campus
Join us for a behind-the-scenes tour of our newest facility on campus, which opened the first day of the 2025 spring semester. This 195,000-square-foot facility is home to campus fitness and recreation facilities, the Marquette University Medical Clinic, the Center for Student Wellness and Health Promotion, and the Counseling Center.

With the spirit of cura personalis, the new Wellness + Helfaer Recreation facility and staff are committed to a holistic, multidisciplinary campus strategy for the health and well-being of the Marquette community. The building provides a continuum of wellness services that are integrative, inclusive, accessible, and responsive to the changing needs of the campus community.

Check out a photo collage of the new building.

Haggerty Museum of Art Behind-the-Scenes Tour
Haggerty Museum of Art
1234 W Tory Hill Street
Marquette University campus 
Don't miss this rare opportunity to go behind-the-scenes at Marquette University's Haggerty Museum of Art! Alumni will be treated to a private tour led by Haggerty staff members John McKinnon, director, and Amanda Brown, collections manager and registrar, and includes exclusive access to the Museum’s collections storage and art handling areas. The tour will also include a peek into the galleries to see the installation process of the Haggerty’s newest exhibitions, The Greater Milwaukee Foundation's Mary L. Nohl Fund Fellowships for Individual Artists 2024 and Hot Days/Hot Nights: Photographs from the Collection, both of which open to the public on June 12.  

Life as a Marquette Student | Inside the Lemonis Center for Student Success
Lemonis Center for Student Success
1415 W. Wisconsin Avenue
Marquette University campus
Visit our newly opened Lemonis Center for Student Success, Marquette’s one-stop shop for academic resources and holistic student support. Guests will have the opportunity to hear from a panel of Lemonis Center staff and take part in a guided tour of the space.

Check out a photo collage of the new building.

NEWLY ADDED!
A Conversation with Coach Shaka Smart: Relationships. Growth. Victory.
12 – 12:45 p.m.
AMU, Monaghan Ballroom
Marquette University campus
What does it take to build a championship culture—not just on the court, but in life? Join Marquette University Vice President and Director of Athletics Mike Broeker as he sits down with Head Men’s Basketball Coach Shaka Smart for an authentic and energizing conversation about leadership, relationships, and the mindset behind lasting success. Coach Smart will share his powerful philosophy on how connection, trust, and purpose shape the lives of student-athletes—and how those same values translate into victories far beyond the final buzzer.

	Block Party 12 – 4 p.m. Central Mall Marquette University campus All are invited to reconnect with fellow alumni during an afternoon block party in the heart of campus. There will be dedicated space for each class to gather, partake in lawn games and enjoy some of the best food trucks Milwaukee has to offer. Pay-as-you-go beer, wine, hard seltzer drinks. Food trucks will be available. Hosted non-alcoholic drinks.

Reunion University – Special 50-Year+ Reunion Session
2 p.m.
Neuro Recovery Clinic
Cramer Hall, Room 104
604 N. 16th Street
Marquette University campus

The Science That Heals: An Inside Look at Marquette’s Neuro Recovery Clinic
Marquette’s Neuro Recovery Clinic is a first-in-the-state facility embodying the university’s pillars of excellence, leadership and service through its impact on our students and the community. Learn how Marquette is making a difference for adults and children coping with disorders from spinal cord and brain injuries to degenerative diseases like Parkinson’s disease and multiple sclerosis.

Saturday Reunion Mass 
5:30 p.m.
Church of the Gesu, Lower Church
1145 W. Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee
Join us for Reunion Mass on Saturday evening before Marquee Night.

	Marquee Night 6:30 – 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 most iconic fare and dance the night away with live music from the Platinum Band. 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 non-alcoholic drinks.

SUNDAY, JUNE 1, 2025

Reunion Mass
10:30 a.m.
Church of the Gesu, Lower Church
1145 W. Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee
Join us for a special Reunion Mass as we close out the weekend.

 

Proceeds from reunion events will benefit the Marquette Fund.