Manchester University

Last Day to Drop courses with a W or change to P/NP (Online)
2026-10-30 | Manchester University, 604 E College Ave, North Manchester, IN, 46962, United States
This is the last day to change courses to P/NP or drop classes with a W.

Week 2 Online Session 2 Progress Report
2026-10-30 | Manchester University, 604 E College Ave, North Manchester, IN, 46962, United States
Progress report for Session 2 comes out.

Course Roster Verification for Online Session 2
2026-10-23 | Manchester University, 604 E College Ave, North Manchester, IN, 46962, United States
This day is for instructors to report and confirm students are attending their classes.

Course Registration for Spring & Summer 2027
2026-10-19 | Manchester University, 604 E College Ave, North Manchester, IN, 46962, United States
Students may be able to register for spring and summer courses for this year.

Course Verification for 2nd Half of Fall Semester
2026-10-19 | Manchester University, 604 E College Ave, North Manchester, IN, 46962, United States

Begin Online Session 2
2026-10-19 | Manchester University, 604 E College Ave, North Manchester, IN, 46962, United States
Online session 2 courses begin.

Add/Drop courses for Online Session 2
2026-10-19 - 2026-10-21 | Manchester University, 604 E College Ave, North Manchester, IN, 46962, United States
From 19-21 students may add or drop classes for Session 2.

End of Online Session 1 Courses
2026-10-18 | Manchester University, 604 E College Ave, North Manchester, IN, 46962, United States
The end of session 1 courses for Online students.

Homecoming 2026
2026-10-16 08:00 - 2026-10-17 17:00 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | Manchester University, 604 E College Ave, North Manchester, IN, 46962, United States
Manchester University Homecoming 2026
Welcome home Spartans. Get ready for Manchester University’s annual gathering of alumni, faculty, staff, and students on North Manchester’s campus.
Save the Date, then Register

Registration
Schedule of Events

Course Grades Due
2026-10-13 | Manchester University, 604 E College Ave, North Manchester, IN, 46962, United States
First half of semester Grades are due and will be posted

Fall Break (In Person)
2026-10-12 - 2026-10-13 | Manchester University, 604 E College Ave, North Manchester, IN, 46962, United States
Fall Break is the 12-13 after these days classes begin as regular.

End of 1st Half of Semester
2026-10-09 | Manchester University, 604 E College Ave, North Manchester, IN, 46962, United States
End of the first half of the Fall Semester.

Regional Student Environmental Conference
2026-09-28 09:00 - 15:00 | Manchester University, 604 E College Ave, North Manchester, IN, 46962, United States
Regional Student Environmental Conference

Earth Charter Indiana
We are excited to announce the first Regional Student Environmental Conference hosted by Manchester University’s Center for Environmental Resilience and Social Engagement and Earth Charter Indiana.

This regional student conference aims to connect and engage students in environmental stewardship, education, and action. The day will include sessions to inspire students, to have meaningful dialogue and connect, and to share and discover actionable ways to address environmental issues.

The Bug Chicks
The conference highlight is our plenary session with entomologists and award-winning educators, Kristie Reddick and Jessica Honaker, The Bug Chicks! The Bug Chicks specialize in connecting STEM and social-emotional learning and use bugs as a tool to help people foster empathy for themselves, others and the natural world.

Questions? Reach out to ECI Resiliency Coordinator Kathryn Lisnicchia at kathryn@earthcharterindiana.org or ECI Intern CoCo Rosales at coco@earthcharterindiana.org

This event requires registration in advance. Registration is free and open to all high school and college students in the northeast Indiana region.

Register Here

Conference Agenda

DAY AGENDA9:15 a.m. Welcome
9:45 a.m. Sessions to INSPIREHigh school and college students will share success stories of environmental stewardship and community-wide initiatives such as campus gardens and restoration, community-cleanups, plastic reduction, conservation service, and more!
11 a.m. Plenary Session, entomologists and award-winning educators, Kristie Reddick and Jessica Honaker, a.k.a The Bug Chicks!12 p.m. *UPDATE* Lunch will be provided as a generous donation from our sponsors for all conference attendees.
1 p.m. Sessions to ACTIVATE – Optional campus tour and outdoor learning workshopLocal experts and organizations will share their work and how you can get involved, work with legislators, school administrations, etc., what environmental careers there are, and more!
7 p.m. Professional Development Workshop

Conference Sponsorship

Registration Form

Be an SEC Sponsor

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Midterm Grades Due (Online)
2026-09-20 | Manchester University, 604 E College Ave, North Manchester, IN, 46962, United States
Midterm Grades for Session 1 due

Tours and Tailgates 2026
2026-09-19 09:30 - 17:00 | Manchester University, 604 E College Ave, North Manchester, IN, 46962, United States
Tours and Tailgates | College Visit

Big Visit Incentives
Did you know that if you visit Manchester’s campus, you will earn a $500 visit incentive… just for visiting through the admissions office? For high school seniors, potentially up to $1000 per year!

Come for the Tour, Stay for the Game
Starting at 9:30 a.m., explore your future, career paths, and an undergrad degree built with you in mind, then cheer on the Spartans as they take on The University of Olivet during the second home game of the season!

Register For The Event

Visits We Think You’ll Like!
While you’re on campus, see what life is really like at Manchester. Walk through our beautiful campus, meet current students, learn about your academic interests, drink a coffee from Sister’s Cafe, check out residence halls, and discover what it means to be part of a community that believes in helping every student succeed.
We can’t wait to meet you!

Spartan Kickoff Visit Day
2026-09-07 09:50 - 13:00 | Manchester University, 604 E College Ave, North Manchester, IN, 46962, United States
Join us for a College Visit

Your college journey starts here, and we couldn’t be more excited! We can’t wait to meet you, show you around campus, and help you find your place at Manchester University.
Did you know that if you visit Manchester’s campus, you will earn a $500 visit incentive… just for visiting through the admissions office? For high school seniors, potentially up to $1000 per year!

Week 2 Online Session 1 Progress Report
2026-09-06 | Manchester University, 604 E College Ave, North Manchester, IN, 46962, United States
Progress Report for Session 1.

Course Roster Verification (In Person)
2026-09-04 | Manchester University, 604 E College Ave, North Manchester, IN, 46962, United States

Course Roster Verification (Online)
2026-08-30 | Manchester University, 604 E College Ave, North Manchester, IN, 46962, United States

Add/Drop Classes (In Person)
2026-08-24 - 2026-08-28 | Manchester University, 604 E College Ave, North Manchester, IN, 46962, United States
During these 4 days, any student may add or drop classes. After these dates every student will lock in their schedule for the Fall Semester of 2026.

Add/Drop Classes (Online)
2026-08-24 - 2026-08-26 | Manchester University, 604 E College Ave, North Manchester, IN, 46962, United States
During these 2 days, any student may be able to drop or add classes to their schedule. After these days, students lock in their schedule for the Fall Semester of 2026.

2026-2027 Academic Course Begins (Online)
2026-08-24 | Manchester University, 604 E College Ave, North Manchester, IN, 46962, United States
On this day, all classes will officially begin.

2026-2027 Academic Course Begins
2026-08-24 | Manchester University, 604 E College Ave, North Manchester, IN, 46962, United States

Josh Hardman '00 And MU Wrestling!
2026-08-18 19:00 - 21:00 | Online Event
On Tuesday, August 18 at 7:00 p.m. we’ll hear from Josh Hardman ’00, former Spartan wrestler and Manchester University’s Director of Wrestling, who will share about his work with the wrestling program, which had a 4th place finisher at the Men’s 2026 DIII Nationals, and now includes a women’s wrestling team.

Register here

Football Club
2026-08-15 19:30 - 23:30 | Ruoff Mortgage Stadium, 6411 Bass Rd, Fort Wayne, IN, 46818, United States
Manchester University’s Office of Alumni Relations invites our alumni and friends to experience a soccer match at Ruoff Stadium! The Fort Wayne Football Club is playing the Chattanooga Red Wolves on Saturday, August 15th at 7:30 p.m. and we’re hosting this event for our alumni in our very own suite!
The cost for the event is $30 per person. Food and beverages are included. Your tickets will be sent electronically. Parking is an additional cost; a link to purchase parking is provided when you register.
MU Alumni Night at Fort Wayne Football Club
Saturday, August 15th
7:30 p.m.
$30/ticket, includes food and beverage
We can’t wait to see you at the match! Click Here to register.

Chicago Cubs vs. New York Yankees
2026-07-31 | Chicago, Chicago, IL
Chicago Cubs vs New York Yankees!
July 31, 2026
1:20 p.m. CST
You are invited to get your tickets first because you’ve gone to a Cubs game with us in the past. This event will be opened up to everyone next week!
Individual Ticket: $100
VIP Experience: $140 – includes bus ride to/from the game
Bus stops with departure and approximate return times:
North Manchester Departure: 8:30 a.m. EST
North Manchester Return: 10:30 p.m. EST
Warsaw Departure: 9:15 a.m. EST
Warsaw Return: 10:00 p.m. EST
Chesterton Departure: 10 a.m. CST
Chesterton Return: 6:30 p.m. CST
Lunch in Chicago is on your own. You can grab dinner in Chesterton on the way back or you can pack food for the bus.
Get your Cubs tickets HERE (https://manchester.advancementform.com/event/2026-chicago-cubs-game/register)

Dan Daggett and Jeff Stern-Gilbert: Life-saving reunion between friends of Manchester
2026-07-21 19:00 - 23:30 | Online Event
Join us virtually on Tuesday, July 21 at 7:00 p.m. when we’ll hear from Dan Daggett ’88 and Jeff Stern-Gilbert ’88. They will share about their friendship, their time at Manchester, and how their paths crossed once again after graduation in a life-saving way.
Let’s hear from them about how their bond changed their lives forever.
Click Here to register for this virtual event.

Private College Week 2026
2026-07-20 - 2026-07-24 | Manchester University, 604 E College Ave, North Manchester, IN, 46962, United States
Private College Week

Big Visit Incentives
Did you know that if you visit Manchester’s campus, you will earn a $500 visit incentive… just for visiting through the admissions office? For high school seniors, potentially up to $1000 per year!

21st Century Scholars
Wednesday is 21st Century Scholars Day and includes an extra 30-minute session about the 21st Century Scholars program after the tour. If you are a 21st Century Scholar, please select from one of our Wednesday time slots. You’ll also have time to complete activities from your Scholar Success Program.

Registration Made Easy
Choose from one of our morning or afternoon timeslots, then submit your profile info to register.

Mon | July 20

9:30 a.m.

1:30 p.m.

Tue | July 21

9:30 a.m.

1:30 p.m.

Wed | July 22

9:30 a.m.

1:30 p.m.

Thur | July 23

9:30 a.m.

1:30 p.m.

Fri | July 24

9:30 a.m.

1:30 p.m.

Here’s Some of the Math We Think You’ll Like!
Visit Manchester University before September 1 = an extra $500 scholarship. Seriously. That’s it.
The math IS mathing:

Take a campus visit ✔️
Explore your future ✔️
Earn an extra $500 scholarship (Experience Award) & the $500 Visit Incentive ($1,000 PER YEAR at MU for high school seniors)✔️

While you’re enjoying your summer, take a day to see what life is really like at Manchester. Walk through our beautiful campus, meet current students, learn about your academic interests, check out residence halls, and discover what it means to be part of a community that believes in helping every student succeed.
Plus, that extra $500 scholarship can add up over your college career.
Summer won’t last forever, and neither will this opportunity. Schedule your visit before September 1 and make your college search a little more rewarding.
We can’t wait to meet you!

Course Roster Verification for Session 1
2026-06-29 08:00 - 17:00 | Manchester University, 604 E College Ave, North Manchester, IN, 46962, United States
Instructors confirm students are in class and participating.

Grades due for Online Session 1
2026-06-28 08:00 - 17:00 | Manchester University, 604 E College Ave, North Manchester, IN, 46962, United States
Grades are due for Session 1 of MU Online.
