Greetings, Alumni!
I’m writing this greeting after spending a beautiful day at Camp Mack. Camp Mack Day has been a tradition at Manchester for a long time. Even though students no longer take the train from North Manchester to Milford, Indiana, the excitement of the day remains the same – maybe even more so now! The last several years, the date of Camp Mack Day is kept a secret until 5 a.m. when an email announcement is sent. Dorm R.A.s bang pots and pans through the halls and shout that classes are cancelled! It’s a special day for students, faculty and staff from North Manchester and Fort Wayne to relax on the shores of Lake Waubee, challenge themselves to try new activities like canoeing, and overcome fears on the high ropes course. What are your memories of Camp Mack Day?
Homecoming registration will be opening soon! Reunite with athletic teammates and classmates, listen to music from Homecoming favorite “Friends with the Weather” band, and cheer on the Spartan football, soccer and volleyball teams on Saturday, October 11th. On Friday, October 10th, we look forward to recognizing this years’ Alumni Honor Award recipients and Athletic Hall of Fame inductees. Dr. Jeff Easley ’83, Stacie Yoder ’95 Gayheart, Connie Snyder ’94 Mick, and Dr. Martin Garcia Chavez ’16 will receive Alumni Awards. Coach Dave Good, Korey Bucher ’10, Erica Sewell ’05, and the 2009 Men’s Cross Country Team are the Hall of Fame inductees.
Finally, our office moved this summer! We are now located on the second floor of the Jo Young Switzer Center (formerly the Union) on the North Manchester campus. If you are visiting campus, please stop by and say hi. We’d love to meet you!
Megan Julian ’07 Sarber, Director of Alumni Relations
Move-In Day
In August, we welcomed Spartans back to campus for a new school year. Explore photos from the exciting, emotional day at the link below!
Manchester University announces lineup for fall speaker series
Manchester University’s Fall 2025 public speaker series features an internationally renowned sports photographer, a Holocaust survivor, a former alternative dispute resolution advisor for FEMA, and much more!
Presentations are at 11 a.m. on Mondays in Wine Recital Hall at the North Manchester campus unless otherwise noted. They are free and open to the public.
Manchester magazine is out now!
The latest edition of Manchester, the University’s alumni magazine, is available now! Physical copies have been mailed out, but if you have not received one, you can explore the digital version at the link below.
Learn about the inaugural women’s wrestling season, the personal impact of the medical practicum, the lasting legacy of a family with generations of MU graduates, and so much more!
Upcoming Events
Megan Pierce | Guinness World Record
Megan Pierce | Guinness World Record
This busy student has the largest collection of The Joker memorabilia. Megan will share some of her 2,318+ pieces from her collection during our time together!
Reflections on Nepal
Reflections on Nepal
Manchester students, staff, and faculty will embark on a trip to Nepal! Join us as we hear from them about their recent adventures.
2026 Arizona Alumni Gathering
2026 Arizona Alumni Gathering
Alumni and friends are invited to join Manchester for the annual Arizona Alumni Gathering on Feb. 17 at 6 p.m. Guests will enjoy a complimentary dinner at Roaring Forks Scottsdale and hear from President Stacy Young ’96. She will share exciting updates on what’s new...
A Night with the Indiana Pacers
A Night with the Indiana Pacers
Join the MU Alumni at the Indiana Pacers basketball game, with a free hat, meal, and a chance to shoot a free throw after the game!
Megan Pierce and The Joker
Megan Pierce and The Joker
MU senior, Megan Pierce shares a 10-year journey of collecting memorabilia of the DC Comic's villain, The Joker. As of 2025, Megan’s collection was officially recognized by Guinness World Records, as being the "Largest collection of the Joker memorabilia.
Celebrations
The Manchester Fund, Manchester University’s general fund for a wide variety of campus and student needs, has collected a record high of $1.6 million in the last year.
Calling all Manchester Alumni!
The Alumni Association Board of Directors is seeking nominations for prospective board members. All alumni are eligible for consideration. Submit a nomination here!
Tell us your story!
Did you find a friend for life at Manchester? Is there a professor who changed the course of your career?
Manchester has a long tradition of celebrating those who met here, fell in love, got married and built a life together. In Manchester, the University’s alumni magazine, we also celebrate connections that come from shared passions, service, friendship, traditions and community.
Share a photo and short description of your Manchester Connection by emailing alumnioffice@manchester.edu and put “Manchester Connection” in the subject line!
Read about other Manchester Connections here.
Join the Alumni Network, MU Engage
Connect with old friends, volunteer to help students and alumni, find internship and job opportunities, and stay engaged with MU.
