Tentative events of interest to alumni include:

• TCF Bank Stadium Tours & University Open House in TCF Bank Stadium, Sunday, October 4, 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.
  Tour the Stadium and participate in interactive experiences provided by participating academic and outreach units.
• Great Conversations in Ted Mann Concert Hall, Tuesday, October 6, 7:30 p.m.
  A special presentation of the ongoing series featuring prominent University faculty engaged in conversation with distinguished guests from around the world.
• Public Engagement Day in TCF Bank Stadium, Wednesday, October 7
  Public Engagement Day is a system-wide, day-long conference which features examples of community and University work about the many dimensions of public engagement and inspires interest and cultivates new relationships.
• Research Expo in TCF Bank Stadium, Wednesday, October 7, 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.
  Current graduate, professional and undergraduate students, as well as recent graduates, will share their research via a University-wide art, design and poster exhibition.
• University of Minnesota Alumni Association Awards Celebration in McNamara Alumni Center, Thursday, October 8, 5:30 p.m.
  The Alumni Awards Celebration recognizes exceptional volunteers, including Alumni Service Award recipients, at this festive reception/dinner.
• Global Maroon and Gold Day, Friday, October 9
  Friends of the University of Minnesota around the world are encouraged to wear Maroon and Gold, and a pre-parade 'blast-off' event is planned for 3:30 to 7 on Gateway Plaza and in the McNamara Alumni Center.
• Homecoming Parade, University Avenue, Friday, October 9, 7:00 p.m.
  This year’s Homecoming Parade will eclipse all others. A pep fest, royalty coronation, and fireworks display will follow the parade.
• Pregame Festivities, Saturday, October 10, 8-11 a.m.
  Events in and around the McNamara Alumni Center, kitty-corner southwest of TCF Bank Stadium.
• Homecoming Football Game, Saturday, October 10, 11 a.m. kickoff 
  The Gophers take on Purdue in the first Homecoming game in TCF Bank Stadium.
• The Ultimate Volunteer Experience, Sunday, October 11, noon to 5:00 p.m.
  Faculty, staff and alumni are encouraged to volunteer for this event that will promote a positive relationship between the University of Minnesota Homecoming activities and the surrounding neighborhoods.