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Milwaukee Events

February 2026 Events — 2027 Info Is Coming

Friday, Feb. 6 - Sunday, Feb. 8, 2026

There is nothing like being in Milwaukee on National ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ Day! Put on your blue and gold and show your ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ pride with fellow fans at exciting events planned throughout the weekend in Milwaukee this year. 

February 2026 Schedule of Events

View the schedule of events and further details below.

Daniels Forum

Join us for the annual Daniels Forum on Ethical Leadership in Business, an event that brings together thought leaders, industry experts, and the ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ community to honor the legacy of the late Joe Daniels, former Keyes Dean of Business Administration. This forum reflects Joe’s unwavering commitment to ethical leadership, academic excellence, and community engagement. 

The Daniels Forum celebrates the life and impact of Joe Daniels - a beloved faculty member and influential leader who tragically passed away in 2020. Joe was a passionate educator and a steadfast advocate for ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½â€™s mission. Each year, the College of Business Administration honors his legacy by recognizing an individual who exemplifies resilience, integrity, and a commitment to service in the face of challenges, just as Joe did throughout his life. 

This year’s event features a fireside chat with Andrew DeGuire, James H. Keyes Dean of Business Administration and Dave Honan, Grad ’00, Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer at Quad.

Biography
As Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer, Dave Honan is responsible for connecting the many aspects of Quad’s operational organization. His focus is on bringing together people, processes and products to drive performance and deliver Quad’s integrated marketing experience for our clients.  

Dave facilitates the key drivers for Quad’s success as a marketing experience company, including engaging and retaining employees, perpetually innovating to drive top-line revenue and enhancing productivity across the company’s unique integrated marketing platform. 

Prior to becoming Chief Operating Officer in January 2022, Dave served as Quad’s Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer. He is credited with building Quad’s sophisticated, public-company finance and accounting functions. He also led the design of Quad’s capital structure and corporate development activity, which were key for the company’s transformation as a marketing experience company.

Dave came to Quad in 2009 from Journal Communications, a diversified media company where he managed community publishing and printing operations. He also held executive-level positions in investor relations and corporate development at Newell Brands, a global marketer of consumer and commercial products. He began his career as a CPA and senior manager at the accounting firm Arthur Andersen.  

Dave shares his extensive financial and operational knowledge as an advisory board member for FM Global, an international property insurer, and for the Nicholas Center at the University of Wisconsin School of Business.

He holds an MBA from ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ and a bachelor’s degree in business administration from the University of Wisconsin. 

Dave and his wife have two children and live in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin. He enjoys spending time with his family, hiking, cycling, running and traveling.

3 to 4 p.m. CST 

Light reception to follow

O'Brien Hall, Michels Family Forum, 150
1530 W. Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee, ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ campus 

 

Guided Walking Tour of Campus

9 to 10:30 a.m. CST

Tour begins at the Alumni Memorial Union, second-floor Information Desk. 

Alumni Memorial Union (1442 W. Wisconsin Ave., ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ campus) 

Start National ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ Day on the right foot with a guided campus tour led by ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ staff and students! &²Ô²ú²õ±è;

Take a nostalgic stroll down memory lane as you revisit your favorite campus spots, explore what’s new, and catch up on the latest updates from our ever-growing university. Whether you graduated last year or it’s been decades since your last walk down Wisconsin Avenue, this experience is the perfect way to kick off National ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ Day—and celebrate everything that makes ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ feel like home. 

The tour will kick off from the second floor of the Alumni Memorial Union, near the Information Desk. We recommend comfortable walking shoes and weather-appropriate attire to ensure you're prepared for Wisconsin’s climate. 

Research in Action: Tours of the Athletic and Human Performance Research Center

The Athletic and Human Performance Research Center is a leading center facilitating collaborative and innovative research in athletic, healthy and clinical populations to advance knowledge and reach beyond boundaries to optimize human performance while training the next generation of basic and applied scientists. 

Tour the AHPRC to see innovative technology and exciting research conducted here. Tours include the Research Suite, Strength & Conditioning, Film Room, and Golf Suite. 

10:30 a.m. to Noon - Tours

Athletic and Human Performance Research Center
733 N. 12th St., Milwaukee

Tours will run every 10 to 15 minutes and will begin at the southeast doors located on 12th Street.

Direct any questions or special needs to  Toni Ulrich, clinical assistant professor and director of the Human Performance Assessment Core, at toni.uhrich@marquette.edu.

ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ Young Alumni Association Pregame Celebration  (undergraduate alumni from 2011– 2025) 

Young alumni, join us for National ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ Day at our Blue and Gold Beer Garden in the Baird Center’s Rooftop Ballroom for a high-energy pregame hangout. Catch up with friends, enjoy a tasty brunch, play some games, snap a few fun pics at the photo booth and participate in our raffle to win prizes from several Milwaukee-area businesses. 

In celebration of the College of Health Science’s 30th Anniversary, we will also have dedicated space for college alumni to reconnect and engage in conversation with the dean of the college, Dr. Bill Cullinan.

10:30 a.m. CST - Pregame Celebration

Baird Center, Rooftop Ballroom &²Ô²ú²õ±è;
405 W. Kilbourn Ave., Milwaukee &²Ô²ú²õ±è;

Early-bird registration options: &²Ô²ú²õ±è;
$35 per young alumnus/a and guests &²Ô²ú²õ±è;
$20 per child (3-12 years) &²Ô²ú²õ±è;
Free for children 2 and younger &²Ô²ú²õ±è;

The registration fee includes a brunch buffet and hosted beer, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages. A portion of the registration fee will be considered a non-refundable gift to support ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ students. &²Ô²ú²õ±è;

Early-bird pricing ends on Monday, Feb. 2, 2026. The registration fee will then be $40 per young alumnus/a and $20 per child. Advance registration is strongly suggested. &²Ô²ú²õ±è;

ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ Men’s Basketball vs. Butler &²Ô²ú²õ±è;
1 p.m. CST - Tipoff &²Ô²ú²õ±è;
Fiserv Forum, 1111 Vel R. Phillips Ave., Milwaukee &²Ô²ú²õ±è;

Tickets for the basketball game are not included in the reception price. &²Ô²ú²õ±è;

Direct any questions or special needs to the ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ Alumni Association at alumni@marquette.edu. &²Ô²ú²õ±è;

National ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ Day Pep Rally and Pregame Celebration

Celebrate National ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ Day with fellow alumni, fans, and friends at a special pregame gathering at the Baird Center’s Rooftop Ballroom and atrium—just steps from Fiserv Forum and featuring stunning views of the downtown skyline from their floor-to-ceiling windows. 

Highlights include: 

• Blue & Gold Beer Garden
• Games, music, and photo ops
• Face painting for all ages
• A delicious brunch

In celebration of the College of Health Science’s 30th Anniversary, we will also have dedicated space for college alumni to reconnect and engage in conversation with the dean of the college, Dr. Bill Cullinan.

Celebrate together—because National ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ Day is better with friends! 

11 a.m. CST – Pep Rally and Pregame Celebration 

Baird Center, Rooftop Ballroom &²Ô²ú²õ±è;
405 W. Kilbourn Ave., Milwaukee &²Ô²ú²õ±è;

Early-bird registration options:  &²Ô²ú²õ±è;
$45 per alumnus/a and guests  &²Ô²ú²õ±è;
$35 per young alumnus/a and guests (undergraduate alumni from 2011 â€“ 2025) &²Ô²ú²õ±è;
$20 per child (3-12 years) &²Ô²ú²õ±è;
Free for children 2 and younger &²Ô²ú²õ±è;

 

The registration fee includes a brunch buffet and hosted beer, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages. A portion of the registration fee will be considered a non-refundable gift to support ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ students.  &²Ô²ú²õ±è;

Early-bird pricing ends on Monday, Feb. 2, 2026. The registration fee will then be $50 per adult, $40 per young alumnus/a and $20 per child. Advance registration is strongly suggested.  &²Ô²ú²õ±è;

ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ Men’s Basketball vs. Butler &²Ô²ú²õ±è;

1 p.m. CST - Tipoff &²Ô²ú²õ±è;
Fiserv Forum, 1111 Vel R. Phillips Ave., Milwaukee &²Ô²ú²õ±è;

Tickets for the basketball game are not included in the reception price. &²Ô²ú²õ±è;

Direct any questions or special needs to the ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ Alumni Association at alumni@marquette.edu. &²Ô²ú²õ±è;

National ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ Day Postgame Gathering hosted by the Black Alumni Association 

All are invited to keep the National ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ Day celebration going after ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ Men’s Basketball faces Butler. Please join ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ alumni, fans, and friends for a postgame gathering at TRUTH Lounge. 

2:30 p.m. CST – Doors Open 

3 p.m. CST – Postgame Gathering 

TRUTH Lounge 
1111 N. Dr. Martin Luther King Dr., Milwaukee 

Early-bird registration: $15 per adult 

Your registration includes a generous selection of appetizers and one drink ticket (beer, wine, or soda). Plus, every guest will be entered into a prize drawing for ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ swag—must be present to win! A portion of the registration fee will be considered a non-refundable gift to support ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ students. 

Early-bird pricing ends on Monday, Feb. 2, 2026. The registration fee will then be $20 per adult.

Direct any questions or special needs to the ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ Alumni Association at alumni@marquette.edu. 

 

National ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ Day Mass (followed by optional renovation tour)

Join fellow alumni and the Gesu community for Mass during National ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ Day weekend - everyone is welcome! After Mass, enjoy optional tours showcasing the recent renovations. If you’d like to participate in a tour, please meet at the back of the church near the baptismal font. 

10:30 a.m. CST – Mass 
(followed by optional renovation tour) 

Church of the Gesu 
1145 W. Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee 
 
Mass parking will be available in Lot D at 1231 W. Wells St. (entrance on 13th St.) and Lot J at 601 N. 11th St. Limited street parking may also be available. &²Ô²ú²õ±è;

Direct any questions or special needs to the ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ Alumni Association at alumni@marquette.edu.