Alumni Events
Blugold Events
Renew friendships, share memories, connect with our community and continue to learn. Whether you are a recent graduate or looking forward to your 50th class reunion, the UW-Eau Claire Alumni Association always has amazing events planned for alumni and friends.
Events, such as tours and cruises, will be handled by specialists we've selected to give you the best prices and options. For events that our office administers, you will be able to use our registration system to RSVP and pay.
From local and regional outings, events and get-togethers, to travel tours and cruises, your Blugold Alumni Association is always planning something for everyone. Check out the links below for details on upcoming events.
For more information on alumni events, or about planning an alumni event, email alumni@uwec.edu or call 715-836-3266. We'd love to hear from you, and we look forward to seeing you soon!
The Alumni Association is planning some wonderful events for Blugolds and friends. Join us, won't you?
Events listed below-Check back often for updates!
July 2024
July 17, 2024
UWEC Blugold Football Alumni Meet and Greet-Green Bay
UW-Eau Claire Athletics invite football alumni to join us for a meet and greet with Coach Erickson at the 1951 West - Garden Room at Comfort Suites, 1951 Bond Ave., Green Bay, WI on Wednesday, July 17, 6-8 p.m.
REGISTRATION HERE FOR THIS EVENT!
If you have questions, please contact the alumni office by sending an email message to alumni@uwec.edu.
July 23, 2024
UWEC Blugold Football Alumni Meet and Greet-Milwaukee
UW-Eau Claire Athletics invite football alumni to join us for a meet and greet with Coach Erickson at the Lakefront Brewery, 1872 N. Commerce St., Milwaukee, WI on Tuesday, July 23, 6-8 p.m.
If you have questions, please contact the alumni office by sending an email message to alumni@uwec.edu.
July 24, 2024
UWEC Blugold Football Alumni Meet and Greet-Madison has been canceled
SAVE THE DATE! UW-Eau Claire Athletics invite football alumni to join us for a meet and greet with Coach Erickson on Wednesday, July 23, 6-8 p.m. More information available soon!
If you have questions, please contact the alumni office by sending an email message to alumni@uwec.edu.
July 26, 2024
UWEC-Madison Mallards
TICKETS STILL AVAILABLE! Join UW-Eau Claire at the Madison Mallards baseball game against the Rockford Rivets! Game at 6:35 p.m. gates open at 5:35 p.m. Join us before the game for the Pepsi Pregame Party - Food/Drink service runs from 5:35 p.m. - 7:05 p.m. at Madison Mallards Duck Pond, 2920 N Sherman Ave., Madison.
Friday, July 26 is a single-admission double-header, meaning each ticket is good for the Mallards game and for the Madison Night Mares softball game earlier that afternoon. Welcome to attend both games, or if you prefer just the Mallards game at 6:35 p.m.
Madison Night Mares Softball Game:
Gates Open 3:05 p.m.
First Pitch 4:05 p.m.
Madison Mallards Baseball Game:
First Pitch scheduled for 6:35 p.m.
REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT!
If you have questions, please contact the alumni office by sending an email message to alumni@uwec.edu.
August 2024
August 7, 2024
UWEC Blugold Football Alumni Meet and Greet-Eau Claire
UW-Eau Claire Athletics invite football alumni to join us for a meet and greet with Coach Erickson at The Brewing Projekt, 1807 N. Oxford Ave., Eau Claire on Wednesday, Aug. 7, 6-8 p.m.
If you have questions, please contact the alumni office by sending an email message to alumni@uwec.edu.
August 15, 2024
Ken Anderson Open
SAVE THE DATE! We are excited to host the 13th Annual Anderson Open this year and for all our alums and supporters to meet our new coaching staff!
Hickory Hills Golf Course (E4080 Hickory Rd)
10 AM - Registration | Raffle ticket sales
11 AM - Shotgun start
Raffles and prizes at conclusion
*Lunch will be provided on the course
If you have questions, please contact the alumni office by sending an email message to alumni@uwec.edu.
August 20, 2024
UWEC Blugold Football Alumni Meet and Greet-Minneapolis
UW-Eau Claire Athletics invite football alumni to join us for a meet and greet with Coach Erickson at Utepils Brewing Company, Bay 10, 225 Thomas Ave. N. Minneapolis, MN on Tuesday, Aug. 20, 6-8 p.m.
If you have questions, please contact the alumni office by sending an email message to alumni@uwec.edu.
September 2024
September 2024
Watch for a schedule of events during The Sonnentag Event Center Grand Opening the week of September 9th.
Sept. 14, 2024
Calling all 1980’s UWEC Alumni Hall Directors and Resident Assistants
Please join us on September 14, 2024, to reconnect and have some fun in Eau Claire! Register here; cost is $30 per person.
- Tailgate at Carson Park - 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
- UWEC Football Game at Carson Park vs Coe College - 1-4 p.m. Buy tickets to the UWEC football game, please click here.
- Appetizers at Dooleys (Old Camaraderie) - 5-10 p.m.
- After Party at Linsmore Hotel - 10 p.m. to Close
- Campus Tours available
- The Sonnentag Center
If you have questions about the event, please contact Tim Rolfing tjrolfing@comcast.net.
Sept. 22, 2024
UWEC at the MN Vikings at US Bank Stadium
Limited number of tickets for MN Vikings game at Noon as they play the Houston Texans! Join us for a pregame gathering at 10 a.m. in the Performance Hall on the second floor of Open Book, 1011 Washington Ave S., Minneapolis, to kick off a day of fun and football. Limited free parking is available at Open Book.
Tickets are $125 per person and includes a game ticket, sandwiches, salad, chips, a cookie and beverages. Chancellor Jim Schmidt will give a quick university update and attendees will have a chance to win some great UWEC swag before the game!
If you have questions, please contact the alumni office by sending an email message to alumni@uwec.edu.
October 2024
Oct. 10, 2024
Varsity Night Live | Schofield Auditorium 7:00 p.m.
Co-hosted with the Singing Statesmen, come support various acts that sing, dance, and lip sync their way into the Homecoming weekend! This is also the event in which Royalty will be announced.
You can purchase your tickets here! The student price is $3 before the day of the event and $5 the day of the event so don't wait to purchase, this price includes the service fee!
Oct. 11, 2024
Alumni Association Board of Directors meeting
Members of the UW-Eau Claire Alumni Association board of directors will meet in the HoChunk room in W.R. Davies Center on Friday, Oct. 11 at 2 p.m. Are you interested in becoming a board member? See the frequently asked questions about the board membership, the online board nomination form is available (Applications submitted by February 1st will be considered for the board term of the current year. Applications received after February 1st, will be considered for future board terms).
Oct. 11, 2024
Golden Blugolds 50-year Reunion
UW-Eau Claire 50 year class reunion for Class of 1974 and all Golden Blugolds that have graduated before 1974 invited to campus! The events will be held in W.R. Davies Center Woodland Theater and Ojibwe Ballroom.
REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT!
If you have questions, please contact the alumni office by sending an email message to alumni@uwec.edu.
Oct. 11, 2024
UW-Eau Claire Blugolds Hall of Fame
SAVE THE DATE: UW-Eau Claire Hall of Fame Class of 2024 to be inducted on Friday, Oct. 11 in the W.R. Davies Center, Ojibwe Ballroom, 3rd floor: social-4:30 p.m.; dinner-5:30; program-6:30 p.m.; program will be emceed by Bob Gallaher of WEAU TV13.
REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT!
If you have questions, please contact the alumni office by sending an email message to alumni@uwec.edu.
Oct. 12, 2024
UW-Eau Claire Homecoming 2024
Come celebrate UW-Eau Claire Homecoming!
If you have questions, please contact the alumni office by sending an email message to alumni@uwec.edu.
Oct. 20, 2024
UWEC at the Green Bay Packers
Limited number of tickets! Blugolds at Lambeau Field for GB Packers game at Noon as they play the Houston Texans! Available until Oct. 1 or Sold Out!
Tickets: $255 per person
Includes game ticket in section 438-440; food and drinks; pregame located at the Green Bay Distillery, 835 Mike McCarthy Way, Green Bay.
Pregame begins at 9 a.m at the Green Bay Distillery Fan Zone look for us inside in the reserved area for Blugolds!
If you have questions, please contact the alumni office by sending an email message to alumni@uwec.edu.
November Events
November 2024
No events scheduled at this time, please check back often for updates!
December Events
Dec. 8, 2024
UW-Eau Claire Holiday Concert
The UW-Eau Claire Foundation and Department of Music and Theatre Arts present the 50th annual Holiday Concert to fill you with a festive spirit that lasts throughout the holiday season. Join us Sunday, Dec. 8 - shows at 2 and 5:30 p.m. Tickets on sale Oct. 1 at The Pablo Center. Voted as “Best Holiday Performance” in Volume One's Best of the Chippewa Valley Reader Poll and featured by PBS Wisconsin this year, the concert will include performances by the UWEC Wind Symphony, University Orchestra, Concert Choir, Women’s Concert Chorale, the Singing Statesmen, Symphonic Choir, and more. Proceeds from the Holiday Concert are used to support scholarships for UW-Eau Claire students involved in the music department.
Dec. 20, 2024
Alumni Association Board of Directors meeting
Members of the UW-Eau Claire Alumni Association board of directors will meet on Friday, Dec. 20 at 2 p.m. Are you interested in becoming a board member? See the frequently asked questions about the board membership, the online board nomination form is available (Applications submitted by February 1st will be considered for the board term of the current year. Applications received after February 1st, will be considered for future board terms).
Dec. 20, 2024
Winter alumni awards presentation
The UW-Eau Claire Alumni Association will present awards to outstanding alumni during a ceremony and dinner the evening before the December commencement.
Do you know an outstanding Blugold? Nominate them here.
REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT
If you have questions, please contact the alumni office by sending an e-mail message to alumni@uwec.edu.