Get ready, Saints! This year’s Alumni Weekend and Homecoming is a special time to create lasting memories together. We’re planning an unforgettable weekend of exciting events and festivities for all alumni, current students, and the local community. We’re finalizing the 2026 schedule over the next few weeks, so be sure to check back regularly for the latest updates, adjustments, and new additions.
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 delighted to assist!
2026 ALUMNI WEEKEND AND HOMECOMING SCHEDULE
THURSDAY, APRIL 16
7:30 pm – Theatre Siena presents: Oklahoma!
*Tickets Required: Purchase them at the box office on the day of the event.
@ the Spencer Performing Arts Center
FRIDAY, APRIL 17
1:00 pm – Body Language Training Seminar Series with Bill Acheson ’80 – Final Session: Shaping the Future
We’re stepping aside from traditional nonverbal communication topics so you can learn why almost every New Year’s resolution fails. Decisions are made consciously, but over 90% of your behavior is controlled subconsciously, and there is no direct link between the two. In this session, you’ll learn how to turn your goals into reality — and design the future you want.
Turn wishful thinking into concerted action at BLT Session #6: Shaping the Future!
*No ticket needed – RSVP for planning purposes only: RSVP
@ Rueckert Auditorium, inside Dominican Hall
2:00–7:30 pm – Women’s Flag Football Tournament – Senior Night
Games throughout the day. Celebrate our SHU seniors for Senior Night!
View SHU Women’s Flag Football Schedule and Stats.
@ O’Laughlin Stadium
4:00 pm – Distinguished Alumni Awards Ceremony
Please join your SHU Alumni Board and special guests as we honor the final group of Alumni Award winners. See the list below of honorees. The awards will also be streamed live on Microsoft Teams if you are unable to attend in person.
- Saint Catherine of Siena Award: Dan Peña ’01, ’08
- Saint Catherine of Siena Award: Brianna Kuhatschek (Chrenko) ’12
- Saint Dominic Award: Bobbi Jo Pudrith (Hill) ’11
- Saint Dominic Award: Ted Hanosh ’91, ’99
- Sister Ann Joachim Award: Paul Zdanis ‘81
*No ticket required. Please RSVP to assist with planning: RSVP
@ Rueckert Auditorium, inside Dominican Hall
6:30 pm – Athletic Hall of Fame Banquet
Siena Heights Athletics will induct multiple student-athletes, coaches, and administrators, and teams, into the SHU Athletics Hall of Fame class during the 2025-26 school year. The new members will be honored at 1 of 5 Hall of Fame banquets to be conducted in 2025-26.
Banquets will be geared toward specific teams, although honorees will be welcome at any of the five gatherings.
Friday, Apr. 17 – Baseball, Softball, Men’s Golf, Women’s Golf, Esports
*Tickets will be required. Learn about Hall of Fame Ceremony Inductee and Sign Up Details: HERE
@ the Fieldhouse
7:30 pm – Theatre Siena presents: Oklahoma!
*Tickets Required: Purchase them at the box office on the day of the event.
@ the Spencer Performing Arts Center
SATURDAY, APRIL 18
9:30 am–6:00 pm – Women’s Flag Football Tournament
Games throughout the day.
View SHU Women’s Flag Football Schedule and Stats.
@ O’Laughlin Stadium
10:00 am – Homecoming Tailgate
Visit the Alumni Board Tent, grab a complimentary hot dog (while supplies last), and check out items from the archives you are free to take home. Set up your tent and mix/mingle with your friends. Cheer on our Lady Saints Flag Football Team at their tournament.
Tailgating in the grassy areas surrounding the stadium parking lot is first-come, first-served.
*Please RSVP to assist us with our planning: RSVP
@ O’Laughlin Stadium
4:00 pm – Homecoming Mass
*Please RSVP to assist us with our planning: RSVP
@ St. Dominic Chapel led by Father Tom Helfrich.
5:30 pm – Alumni Dinner Theater
Join us in Benincasa for a special dinner celebrating our alumni award winners and our production of Oklahoma!. Enjoy appetizers and the opportunity to mingle with the cast before dinner. The ticket includes entry to Oklahoma!. Early Bird Pricing before March 15 (save $5 per ticket). The ticket purchase deadline is April 2, 2026.
*Tickets Required: Buy and RSVP
@ Benincasa Hall
7:30 pm – Theatre Siena presents: Oklahoma!
*Tickets Required: Purchase them at the box office on the day of the event.
@ the Spencer Performing Arts Center
SUNDAY, APRIL 19
10:00 am – Alumni Brunch and Mixer
Join us for a delicious brunch in the iconic Archangelus Ballroom, where many memories have been made over the years! Seating will be limited by space, so get your tickets early! Make a day of it by staying for the matinee show of Oklahoma! and the final alumni concert – With Gratitude II. Order an earlybird ticket before March 15 and save $5. RSVP by April 2 is required!
*Tickets Required: Buy and RSVP
@ Archangelus Ballroom
2:30 pm – Theatre Siena presents: Oklahoma!
*Tickets Required: Purchase them at the box office on the day of the event.
@ the Spencer Performing Arts Center
6:00 pm – FREE LIVE Concert – Michael Kirk Lane ’05 & Friends: With Gratitude II
Alumni favorite Michael Kirk Lane ’05 returns for a night of music, connection, and celebration with Mark DiPietro and other performers for a final alumni and friend concert in the PAC Music Hall.
*No ticket required. Please RSVP to assist with planning: RSVP
@ the Spencer Performing Arts Center
CAMPUS PARKING MAP
Questions or updates on parking information, contact Campus Safety at 517-264-7194. View our campus map.
Stadium Guide and Tailgating Policy can be found on our athletics website.
Courtesy Golf Cart transportation will be roaming the campus. Be sure to ask for assistance from the volunteer drivers!
