Adrian, Mich. — Siena Heights University invites alumni, students, faculty, staff, families, and friends to campus for its final Spring Alumni Weekend & Homecoming, April 17–19, 2026. As the University prepares to close at the end of the 2026 academic year, this special weekend will serve as one last opportunity for the Saints community to gather, celebrate traditions, and create lasting memories together.

This milestone celebration will reflect the spirit, pride, and connection that have defined generations of Siena Heights Saints. From theatre performances and athletic competitions to alumni honors and cherished traditions, the weekend will offer meaningful ways for the entire community to reconnect.

We are planning an unforgettable weekend of exciting events and festivities for all alumni, current students, and the community. The 2026 schedule is being finalized over the coming weeks, and guests are encouraged to check back regularly for the latest updates.

“Our final Homecoming at Siena Heights University is more than a celebration — it is an opportunity for students, alumni, and friends of the university to come together in a way that reflects who we have always been,” said Kate Hamilton, Vice President for Advancement and Alumni Relations.

 “As a Catholic university founded and sponsored by the Adrian Dominican Sisters, our mission calls us to help people become more competent, purposeful, and ethical in a community that respects the dignity of all. Homecoming gives us the chance to honor that mission by gathering in gratitude, celebrating lifelong relationships, and recognizing the impact Siena Heights has had on so many lives. Inspired by our patron, St. Catherine of Siena, who urged us to ‘be who God meant you to be and you will set the world on fire,’ we hope this final Homecoming is a time of pride, joy, and connection that carries our spirit forward long after the weekend ends.”

2026 Spring Alumni Weekend & Homecoming Highlights

• Theatre Siena presents Oklahoma! (April 16–19)
  • Performances at the Spencer Performing Arts Center throughout the weekend. Tickets are available at the box office on the day of each show.
• Body Language Training Seminar Series with Bill Acheson ’80: Shaping the Future (April 17)
  • An engaging and thought-provoking seminar focused on turning goals into action.
• Women’s Flag Football Tournament – Senior Night (April 17–18)
  • Celebrate our SHU seniors and cheer on the Saints at O’Laughlin Stadium.
• Distinguished Alumni Awards Ceremony (April 17)
  • Join the SHU Alumni Board as we honor the final group of Alumni Award recipients in Rueckert Auditorium. The ceremony will also be live-streamed for those unable to attend in person.
• Athletic Hall of Fame Banquet – Baseball, Softball, Men’s Golf, Women’s Golf, Esports (April 17)
  • Siena Heights Athletics will induct members of the 2025–26 Hall of Fame class at the Fieldhouse. Tickets required.
• Homecoming Tailgate (April 18)
  • First-come, first-served tailgating in the grassy areas surrounding the stadium parking lot.
• Homecoming Mass (April 18)
  • Celebrated in St. Dominic Chapel and led by Father Tom Helfrich.
• Alumni Dinner Theater (April 18)
  • An evening of food, fellowship, and entertainment in Benincasa Hall. Tickets Required.
• Alumni Brunch and Mixer (April 19)
  • A Sunday gathering in the Archangelus Ballroom to reconnect and celebrate together. Tickets Required.
• FREE Live Concert – Michael Kirk Lane ’05 & Friends: With Gratitude II (April 19)
  • Alumni favorite Michael Kirk Lane ’05 returns to the Spencer Performing Arts Center for an evening of music, connection, and celebration. No tickets required—please RSVP to assist with planning.

We encourage alumni and guests to explore the full schedule and learn more about each event by visiting the website HERE.

To RSVP for individual events and purchase your Dinner Theater or Alumni Brunch tickets, please click the link HERE. Guests who purchase dinner or brunch tickets by March 15 will receive a $5 early registration discount. Please be sure to RSVP for all ticketed events no later than April 2 to secure your spot.

Make sure to follow us on Instagram (@sienaheightsu) and Facebook to stay up to date on the latest information regarding Homecoming and all things related. We hope to see you there for this final, unforgettable celebration of Siena Heights University!

If you have questions or would like to order tickets by phone, please call the alumni office at 517-264-7140, and we will be happy to assist.