- General information
- Friday,
Oct. 4 - Saturday,
Oct. 5 - Sunday,
Oct. 6
General information
Family Weekend 2013
Friday, Oct. 4 to Sunday, Oct. 6Online registration for Family Weekend has closed. Families who wish to register for the first time, or add events to their existing registration, may stop by the Family Check-In area on the 2nd floor of the Alumni Memorial Union, from 1 - 7 pm on Friday (10/4) and 8:30 am - 5:30 pm on Saturday (10/5).
Family Weekend is a wonderful opportunity to connect with your student, gather your Marquette family, and celebrate all that makes the Marquette experience unlike any other.
Family Weekend is three days of events for the whole family, designed to connect you to the Marquette community, the city of Milwaukee, and your student’s experience. Browse the Friday, Saturday and Sunday tabs above for a complete schedule of events for each day. Don't miss our show case event - Friday Dinner and a Show, which will include drawings for a variety of Marquette and Milwaukee prizes!
Note that some events occur at the same time. Please plan your schedule accordingly prior to registration. Please register for all events that your family will attend - even for those that are complimentary, and register each member of your family, including your Marquette student. Your personalized schedule that you will receive at check-in will be based on the events for which you are registered.
For questions regarding Family Weekend, please contact the Office of Student Development at muparents@marquette.edu or (414) 288-1412.
Travel information
Campus Map
Parking Campus Map
Parking is $3 for the entire weekend in the 16th Street Parking Structure, located between Wisconsin Avenue and Wells Street, and the Wells Street Parking Structure, located between 12th and 13th streets.
Friday, October 4
Online registration for Family Weekend has closed. Families who wish to register for the first time, or add events to their existing registration, may stop by the Family Check-In area on the 2nd floor of the Alumni Memorial Union, from 1 - 7 pm on Friday (10/4) and 8:30 am - 5:30 pm on Saturday (10/5).
Check-In
1 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Alumni Memorial Union, Second Floor
Pick up a Family Weekend folder for your personalized schedule, tickets, and name tags.
Haggerty Museum of Art Open Galleries
10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Haggerty Museum of Art
Visit the Haggerty Museum of Art in the heart of campus, featuring the exhibitions Current Tendencies III Artists from Milwaukee and Re-seeing the Permanent Collection The Viewer's Voice. Admission is free.
Family Bowling - SOLD OUT
Session 1
1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Session 2
3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Union Sports Annex
Includes shoe rental, snacks, beverages and 90 minutes of bowling. Siblings must be accompanied by an adult. Socks and reservations are mandatory for this popular activity! Space is limited, so register early. Open bowling also will be available during the weekend. Please contact the Annex at (414) 288-7769 for more information. $5 per person, per session.
Meet the Colleges
4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Enjoy a reception with faculty and administrators from your student's college.
Klingler College of Arts and Sciences
AMU, Henke Lounge
College of Business Administration
Straz Hall, Lobby
Diederich College of Communication
Johnston Hall, jPad, Room 104
College of Education
Schroeder Complex, Hartman Literacy and Learning Center, Room 151
College of Engineering
Engineering Hall, First Floor Lobby
College of Health Sciences
Cramer Hall, Student Lounge
College of Nursing
Clark Hall, Lower Level Lounge
Honors Program Parent Reception
4:30 p.m.
Raynor Memorial Library Beaumier Suites
The Director and Assistant Director of the University Honors Program invite parents of students in the Program to a wine and cheese reception. We look forward to meeting our students' families and helping you get to know Honors!
Dessert Tour of the Historic Third Ward
1:15 p.m. to 4 p.m.
A delicious and educational 2.5 hour walking dessert tour of Milwaukee's Historic Third Ward guided by Milwaukee Food Tours. Join us and discover true ethnic treasures in this lively neighborhood! The Third Ward is home to numerous art galleries, boutiques, restaurants, the Broadway Theatre Center, and the Milwaukee Public Market. You'll also learn about the history and architecture of the Third Ward while sampling desserts from 5 eateries and your local guide will point out hidden entertainment spots and restaurants along the way. $44 per person, includes bus transportation to and from campus, desserts, and gratuities.
Al McGuire Center Tour
3 p.m.
The McGuire Center is located at 770 W. 12th St. Meet the tour guide at the main entrance.
Miles for Meals 5K Fun Run/Walk
4:30 p.m.
Westowne Mall
Lace up your running or walking shoes and participate in a fun event for a good cause! "Miles for Meals" is a fun run that serves as the primary fundraiser for the Midnight Run Program, a student intiative which has served the needs of the hungry and homeless near Marquette since 1988. The course follows the perimeter of campus known as the Marquette Mile. $15 minimum donation per person
Friday Dinner and a Show: featuring the Marquette Orchestra and Studio 013 Refugees
6:00 p.m.
Alumni Memorial Union, 3rd Floor Ballrooms
Don't miss this Family Weekend showcase event including great food and entertainment! Following a family-style buffet of fall comfort foods for the whole family, a selection of pop music by the talented Marquette Orchestra opens the evening. The first annual Father Marquette Drawing includes dozens of amazing Marquette and Milwaukee prizes for you and your family. Then, get ready for some laughs as Studio 013 Refugees - Marquette's only comedy improv troupe on campus - takes the stage. They have each been described by their moms as "Very funny, no go do the dishes." $20 per person, (children 5 and under are free).
Theatre Performance: Dirty Rotten Scoundrels - SOLD OUT
7:30 p.m.
Helfaer Theatre
Come with us on this musical journey to the French Riviera where a master conman and young apprentice engage in a contest to see who can have it all: the fame, the money, and the girl. Based on the 1988 film and nominated for 10 Tony Awards in 2005, this hilarious romp with an unexpected twist has been called "Broadway musical comedy heaven." "...a little something for everyone." New York Theater Review. Appropriate for ages 13 and up. $20 per person;
$10 student (Student I.D. must be shown upon admittance);
$10 child (ages 4 – 17).
Featured Film: Despicable Me 2
8 p.m.
Varsity Theatre
Sponsored by the Marquette University Student Government.
$2 per person.
Saturday, October 5th
Online registration for Family Weekend has closed. Families who wish to register for the first time, or add events to their existing registration, may stop by the Family Check-In area on the 2nd floor of the Alumni Memorial Union, from 1 - 7 pm on Friday (10/4) and 8:30 am - 5:30 pm on Saturday (10/5).
Registration
8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Alumni Memorial Union, Second Floor
Meet and Greet with Facebook Friends
8 a.m.
Alumni Memorial Union, Brew Bayou Coffee Shop
Stop by to meet current and future members of the Official Marquette University Parents Group on Facebook. This group is open to all parents and guardians of current MU students, and provides a forum for discussions for and by parents.
Golf Scramble - SOLD OUT
9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Bus leaves from the east side of the AMU
All experience levels welcome! Enjoy a 4-person golf scramble with other MU families at Brookfield Hills, an executive course just west of Milwaukee. Register alone or with a group of up to four. Includes transportation, 9 holes of golf and a casual lunch. Carts available for an additional fee. $25 per person.
Zumba Fitness Class
9 a.m.
Helfaer Recreation Center
Check out one of the most popular fitness activities at Marquette! Zumba combines aerobics and a variety of Latin dances and is a great way to start your morning. Complimentary lockers and use of showers is available for all participants.
Pumpkin and Apple Picking - SOLD OUT
9:30 a.m. - noon
Bus leaves from east side of AMU
Pick your own apples and pumpkins at this local family-owned and operated fruit farm in Mequon, WI. Visit the Barthel Family Farm website for prices and apple varieties that will be available.
Flu Clinic
11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Alumni Memorial Union, room 254
Influenza vaccinations (injectable) will be available to students and their family members. Flu shots, administered by MU Medical Clinic, will cost $20 and can be paid for with cash, check, credit card, or MU cash. All flu shot recipients will be entered into a raffle for local prizes.
Office of International Education Open House
10 a.m. to noon
Holthusen Hall, Fourth Floor
Visit the Office of International Education and learn about study abroad opportunities, international programming and other cross-cultural exchange opportunities. Meet staff, study abroad alumni and current international students.
Haggerty Museum of Art Guided Tours and Open Galleries
10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Haggerty Museum of Art
Visit the Haggerty Museum of Art in the heart of campus, featuring the exhibitions Current Tendencies III Artists from Milwaukee and Re-seeing the Permanent Collection The Viewer's Voice. Continuous guided tours will be offered from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Tours and admission are free.
Family Photos
1 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
St. Joan of Arc Chapel
Stop by the picturesque chapel in the heart of campus to pose for a keepsake photo with your family. Digital copies will be sent to families via email by the end of October. This is perfect timing for your holiday photos!
Theatre Performance: Dirty Rotten Scoundrels - SOLD OUT
12:30 p.m.
Helfaer Theatre
Come with us on this musical journey to the French Riviera where a master conman and young apprentice engage in a contest to see who can have it all: the fame, the money, and the girl. Based on the 1988 film and nominated for 10 Tony Awards in 2005, this hilarious romp with an unexpected twist has been called "Broadway musical comedy heaven." "...a little something for everyone." New York Theater Review. Appropriate for ages 13 and up. $20 per person;
$10 student (Student I.D. must be shown upon admittance);
$10 child (ages 4 – 17).
Marquette University Apartment Presentations (30 minutes each)
9:30 a.m., 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.
Alumni Memorial Union, Room 227
University Apartment Building Tours (15 minutes each)
10 a.m. - 3 p.m., last tour leaves at 2:45 p.m.
Humphrey Hall (1716 W. Wisconsin Ave.)
Campus Town East (1500 W. Wells St.)
Campus Town West (819 N. 16th St.)
Neighborhood Open House
10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Students and families are invited to tour various properties in the MU neighborhood that are privately owned and operated. A complete list of participating properties will be provided at the apartment presentations.
Al McGuire Center Tour
2 p.m.
The McGuire Center is located at 770 W. 12th St. Meet the tour guide at the main entrance.
Family Bowling - SOLD OUT
Session 3
10:30 a.m. to noon
Session 4
12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m.
Session 5
2:30 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Union Sports Annex
Includes shoe rental, snacks, beverages and 90 minutes of bowling. Siblings must be accompanied by an adult. Socks and reservations are mandatory for this popular activity! Space is limited, so register early. $5 per person, per session.
Greek Community Dessert Reception and House Tours
1:30 p.m.
Alumni Memorial Union, Lunda Room
Meet student leaders and staff of the MU Greek Community and get a sneak peek into Greek Life. House tours begin at 2 p.m. All students and family members welcome!
Family Fun Trivia - SOLD OUT
2:30 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Union Sports Annex
Test your knowledge of Marquette "past and present" for your chance to win MU prizes! Food and beverages will be available for purchase.
Chorus Concert
3 p.m.
Varsity Theatre
Treat yourself to a special Family Weekend performance.
Legacy Family Group Photo
3:45 p.m.
Alumni Memorial Union, Westowne Square
A Legacy student is someone whose parent or sibling attended Marquette. If you are an alumnus/alumna or have more than one child who went to Marquette, you are part of a Legacy family! Join us for a special photo that celebrates the next generation of Marquette. Group photo will be taken at 4 p.m.
Family Weekend Mass
4:30 p.m.
Church of the Gesu
Celebrate this special Mass with Marquette families.
Theatre Pre-performance Dinner and Chat - SOLD OUT
5:30 p.m. Reception
6 p.m. to 7:15 p.m. Dinner and Chat
Dinner location to be determined
Dine with other theatre patrons and learn some behind-the-scenes information about the production of Dirty Rotten Scoundrels
7:30 p.m. Theatre Performance: Dirty Rotten Scoundrels
Helfaer Theatre
$42 per person includes dinner, drinks and a ticket to the play; $33 per student (Student I.D. must be shown upon admittance); $33 per child (ages 4 – 17).
Featured Film: Despicable Me 2
8 p.m. and 10:30 p.m.
Varsity Theatre
$2 per person
Late Night Marquette: Casino Night
9:00 p.m.
Alumni Memorial Union, 3rd floor ballrooms
Join us for a classic Late Night Marquette activity without the expense of going to a casino! Whether you prefer Blackjack, Poker, Craps, Roulette or Slots -we have it all. A chance to win raffle prizes and light refreshments included. All ages welcome.
Sunday, October 6th
Online registration for Family Weekend has closed. Families who wish to register for the first time, or add events to their existing registration, may stop by the Family Check-In area on the 2nd floor of the Alumni Memorial Union, from 1 - 7 pm on Friday (10/4) and 8:30 am - 5:30 pm on Saturday (10/5).
Family Brunch
10 a.m. Brunch
Alumni Memorial Union, Monaghan Ballroom
$18 per person (ages 13 and up);
$9 (ages 5-12);
Free (ages 4 and under).
The Annual Family Weekend Band Concert
11 a.m.
Varsity Theatre
Experience the talent of the Marquette University Bands.
Haggerty Museum of Art Open Galleries
Noon to 5 p.m.
Haggerty Museum of Art
Visit the Haggerty Museum of Art in the heart of campus, featuring the exhibitions Current Tendencies III Artists from Milwaukee and Re-seeing the Permanent Collection The Viewer's Voice. Admission is free.
Theatre Performance: Dirty Rotten Scoundrels
2:30 p.m.
Helfaer Theatre
Come with us on this musical journey to the French Riviera where a master conman and young apprentice engage in a contest to see who can have it all: the fame, the money, and the girl. Based on the 1988 film and nominated for 10 Tony Awards in 2005, this hilarious romp with an unexpected twist has been called "Broadway musical comedy heaven." "...a little something for everyone." New York Theater Review. Appropriate for ages 13 and up. $20 per person;
$10 student (Student I.D. must be shown upon admittance);
$10 child (ages 4 – 17).
Historic Milwaukee Bus Tour - SOLD OUT
11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Shopping Bus Tour of Milwaukee's Historic (and now trendy) Neighborhoods
Learn more about Milwaukee on an exciting bus tour that explores neighborhoods originally settled by Italian, Irish, Polish, and German immigrants. We'll travel by bus and you'll have time to shop at Milwaukee hot spots in the Historic Third Ward, Brady Street and Old World Third Street. Includes stops at the Milwaukee Public Market, Glorioso Brothers - Italian Foods, The Spice House, Wisconsin Cheese Mart and Sciortino's Bakery. If desired, you'll be able to purchase lunch along the way. $16 per person
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