Return. Relive. Renew.
Hey Alumni Eagles, it’s time to fly back to campus for Reunion Weekend on June 27-29, 2025! Return to the nest you once called home to create and recreate memories with friends, old and new. Relive campus life by staying in the dorms (or nearby if you prefer), enjoying meals in the Billy, and revisiting all your favorite spots via campus tours. Revive the connection and nostalgia of gathering for chapels and classes (with no tests this time!). Don’t miss this time to renew your ties and make lasting connections! Reunion Weekend is for adults only, but we highly recommend bringing your family back for Homecoming and Family Weekend in the fall.
Schedule
The Reunion Weekend schedule is designed to maximize opportunities to connect with friends and Northwestern. Class Years ending in 0 and 5 will have special reunions, but ALL alums are invited to attend for the weekend and take in the festivities. Meals, chapels, and class gatherings act as pillars of the weekend, while tours, classes, and activities serve as options for you to enjoy as you desire.
View the full 2025 Reunion Weekend Schedule of Events here!
Speakers and Leaders
Relive your time in chapel, but this time without the attendance requirement. No need to “gun and run, slash and dash, or scan and scram,” because we’ve asked several beloved voices from your past to share some godly wisdom and encouragement. And you better believe there will be a praise chapel! We can’t wait to hear Maranatha…wait, Knight Hall, filled with your voices!
Dr. Corbin Hoornbeek | Keynote
President, University of Northwestern & Northwestern Media
Dr. Mark Muska (’76) | Keynote
Professor Emeritus of Biblical & Theological Studies, University of Northwestern
Heidi Anderson (’10) | Keynote
Speaker & Author
Natalie Conrad (’10) | Worship Leader
Associate Worship Leader, Grace Church
Monte Abeler (’12) | Weekend RA (Host)
Director of Alumni & Parent Engagement, University of Northwestern
Cassie Plantage (’07) | Weekend RA (Host)
Coordinator of Alumni & Parent Engagement, University of Northwestern
Special Events
2020 Commencement Service | “A Walk to Remember” (Saturday Afternoon)
We are thrilled to finally honor the Class of 2020, whose hard work and dedication was recognized differently due to the challenges of COVID. This long-awaited Commencement Ceremony will provide a meaningful moment to celebrate the resilience and perseverance of these graduates, who were unable to walk across the stage at the time. Join us for this unique event as we come together with fellow alumni and guests to cheer them on, pray over them, and ensure they are surrounded by a community that celebrates their achievements. Let’s make this a walk to remember!
Class Reunions
We invite you to celebrate the anniversary of your graduation. Special receptions and dinners will be held for classes (5-year increments) ending in 0 or 5 (2020, 2015, etc.). Class gatherings offer a perfect setting to reminisce and connect with your classmates. If you started your college journey with one class but graduated with a different class due to an accelerated or stretched-out schedule, join the reception of your preferred graduation class.
Northwestern Legacy Dinner & Program
We invite alums who graduated at least 50 years ago (1975 or earlier) to join us for a special throwback program and reunion dinner. Plus, stick around for the opening chapel and following gatherings.
Staff & Faculty Reunion Breakfast
Former UNW staff and faculty (retired or not) are invited back for a special gathering at Northwestern, beginning with breakfast in the Nazareth Great Room. Following breakfast, you’ll have the opportunity to attend chapel, reconnect with alumni, attend optional activities, and participate in the 2020 Commencement Ceremony (bring your regalia!). Breakfast and lunch are included in your rate (listed below).
Registration & Rates
We recommend attending the entire weekend, but additional registration options are available if you can only participate in a portion of it. Registering for the weekend and booking your housing are two separate steps. All reunion weekend options include access to download photos from the weekend. Register here!
Reunion Weekend Rates
| Full Weekend | $149* |
| Friday Evening Pass | $30 (includes chapel, receptions, and gift) |
| Saturday Day Pass | $99 (includes three meals, chapels, optional activities, gift, and more) |
| Sunday Morning Pass | $30 (includes brunch, chapel, and gift) |
*Register for the full weekend before April 1, 2025 and receive a free Northwestern hoodie when you arrive.
Special Event Rates
| Northwestern Legacy Dinner & Program (Friday) | $40 (includes dinner, chapel, reception, and gift) |
| Staff & Faculty Reunion (Saturday) | $40 (includes breakfast, lunch, chapel, commencement, and activities) |
| 2020 Commencement Only (Saturday) | FREE! (includes regalia rental and reception) |
Weekend Housing Options
Housing is additional and booked separately. Book your room and find friends to join you, or coordinate with friends and then book a room. Select one person to pay during online registration. Roommate preference will be honored following the weekend policies and room capacity. Room number preference will be considered and we will do our best to accommodate your request, but cannot guarantee your placement into a specific room. Register here!
1. On-Campus
Relive your college years by staying in a dorm again! Affordable and nostalgic, this is a fun option even if you already live in the Twin Cities. Pillows, sheets, blankets, and towels included.
Hartill/Knutson Room (1-3 adults)
| 2 Nights (Friday-Sunday) | $110 per room |
| 3 Nights (Thursday-Sunday) | $160 per room |
Moyer Room (4-8 adults)
| 2 Nights (Friday-Sunday) | $208 per room |
| 3 Nights (Thursday-Sunday) | $309 per room |
2. Country Inn & Suites
A block of rooms has been reserved at Country Inn for anyone traveling to the Cities who would prefer to not stay in a dorm. Reserve by booking online or calling.
Country Inn & Suites
2740 E Snelling Ser Dr
Roseville, MN 55113
(651) 661-0625
3. Stay at Home / Crash at a Friend’s
We’re excited to see you no matter where you end up staying!
Volunteer on a Class Reunion Committee
If you are part of the graduating classes ending in 0 or 5, we would love your help in planning your class reunion. You know the people, memories, and preferences of your class best! Class Reunion Committees will plan their class’s party, invite classmates, and serve as hosts the day of. Fill out this volunteer form to help create a memorable event for your class.
FAQs
Reunion Weekend is intended to be an adults-only weekend where alumni can return to campus and relive their college days.
That’s up to you! We’re keeping things pretty casual with one semi-formal dinner on Saturday evening. However, we’ll welcome our Eagles home no matter what!
Guests will be provided a fitted and top sheet, pillow/pillowcase, and one blanket. Please note: these blankets are light. We cannot guarantee guests access to more than one pillow or blanket.
A set of towels including bath, hand, and a washcloth. Hangers, irons/ironing boards, additional soap, and other miscellaneous items are available upon request at the front desk.
Each room is equipped with a kitchenette. Please note, there are no microwaves in the room, but you will be able to access one in the lobby of the student center.
Yes! Laundry machines are available and are now loaded via a phone app. Stop by the Robertson Student Center main desk for assistance.
Yes, campus has a Wi-Fi network and you will be provided directions on how to access it during your check in process.
The Robertson Student Center Front Desk will be staffed 7:30 am to 12:00 am. The team members will be available to assist you with any questions, directions, and let you into the building during that time. If you need to arrive for or depart from your stay outside those hours, please alert us during the registration process or stopping by the front desk to make those arrangements. During your stay, please plan accordingly so you are not locked out of the building.
Please note upon checking in, the events staff will provide you with information relevant to your stay and checking out. Each adult will be provided a key to their room. If you are staying in a building other than the Robertson Student Center, you will also be provided an access card. If you have any questions during your stay, please visit the Robertson Student Center main desk.
Parking is available outside the student center and other residential buildings, and around campus. We ask that you do not park in any reserved parking spaces.
At the conclusion of the weekend, we will collect all items we find when cleaning and bring them to our campus Lost & Found. If you do leave an item behind, please call the ticket office (651-631-5151).
Staff in the Alumni & Parent Office are happy to help answer any questions you have! Email or call us at [email protected] or 651-631-5236.
