Alumni Events
EIU Alumni Reception - Tampa, FL
Thursday, March 21, 2024 | Register NowJoin fellow EIU alumni and friends at a reception in Tampa, FL. President Jay Gatrell and other EIU administration and staff will be in attendance.
Thursday, March 21, 2024
5:30-7:30pm
American Social - Tampa
601 S Harbour Island Blvd
Tampa, FL 33602
$35 to attend
Hors d'oeuvres and a drink ticket are included, cash bar is available.
Register online or by calling 800-ALUM-EIU (258-6348)
EIU Alumni Reception - Naples, FL
Saturday, March 23, 2024 | Register NowJoin fellow EIU alumni and friends at a reception in Naples, FL. President Jay Gatrell and other EIU administration and staff will be in attendance.
Saturday, March 23, 2024
2:00-4:00pm
Vineyards Country Club
400 Vineyards Blvd.,
Naples, FL 34119
$30 to attend
Hors d'oeuvres and a cash bar are available.
Register online or by calling 800-ALUM-EIU (258-6348)
EIU Alumni Reception - Houston, TX
Thursday, April 4, 2024 | Register NowJoin EIU President, Dr. Gatrell, other EIU Administration, & fellow alums for an EIU alumni reception at SpindleTap Brewery in Houston, Texas!
Thursday, April 4, 2024
5:30- 7:30 pm
10622 Hirsch Rd Houston, TX 77016
$25 to attend Pizza and a drink token included
Register online or by calling 800-ALUM-EIU (258-6348)
Young Alumni Happy Hour - Texas
Friday, April 5, 2024 | Register NowJoin us as we hit the road and bring EIU to you!
You're invited to the Young Alumni Happy Hour on April 5, 2024, at BENDT Distilling Co in Lewisville, TX from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Enjoy some BEDNT specialty desserts and a tour of the facility while networking with fellow EIU young alumni.
EIU Alumni Reception - Dallas, TX
Saturday, April 6, 2024 | Register NowDaniel Howrey, a 1975 graduate, has graciously opened his home to host an EIU Alumni reception in Dallas. Please join us, President Jay Gatrell, EIU administration and fellow alumni on Saturday afternoon. Light hors d’oeuvres, beer and wine will be available, compliments of Daniel Howrey.
April 6, 2024
2-5pm
7714 Bryn Mawr Dr
Dallas, TX 75225
Register online, by emailing alumeiu@eiu.edu, or calling 800-ALUM-EIU (800-258-6348)
EIU Alumni Reception - Paris, IL
Thursday, April 18, 2024 | Register NowJoin us for a fun night out at LOT 50 Brewing in Paris!
Thursday, April 18th
5PM-7PM
112 East Court Street
Paris, IL 61944
Appetizers and event sponsored by the EIU Alumni Association
A Toast To You, Class of 2024
Friday, April 19, 2024 | Register NowThe Eastern Illinois University Alumni Association and Student Government are raising a toast to the Class of 2024!
This event is exclusively for graduating seniors to celebrate their accomplishments and time at EIU. Guests must be graduating seniors as well -- space is limited to 300 people.
Must be 21+ and provide a photo ID to consume champagne.
April 19, 2024
7pm
University Ballroom - MLK Union
Join us for a Champagne toast, appetizers, and giveaways on behalf of the Alumni Association and Student Government.
In attendance will be VP of Student Affairs, Dr. Anne Flahery, President of the Alumni Association, Dr. Mary Anne Hanner, other members of the Alumni Association board, and local alumni.
Please RSVP online, or by emailing alumeiu@eiu.edu
Business casual attire
Annual Alumni Cardinals Event - 2024
Sunday, June 30, 2024 | Register NowJoin us for our Annual Alumni Outing at the Cardinals Party Suites!
- Sunday, June 30, 2024
- Cardinals vs. Reds
- 1:15 p.m.
- Busch Stadium
- St. Louis, MO
- Suite Tickets: $100
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Ticket includes seat in the suite, food and drink. A portion of the ticket proceeds goes towards the EIU Legacy Scholarships.
Order tickets online or by calling 800-ALUM-EIU (258-6348)
***Tickets are digital and will be sent to the email provided during registration***
Cubs vs. Cards at Wrigley - 2024
Saturday, August 3, 2024 | Register NowJoin us for an afternoon of baseball at Wrigley Field
Saturday, August 3, 2024
Chicago Cubs vs St. Louis Cardinals
Wrigley Field
1060 W Addison Street
Game time 1:20
Pre-game event at the Cubby Bear
1059 W Addison Street
11:00 – 1:00pm
Ticket Option 1: $175 includes a ticket to the game, and admission to the pre-game event with unlimited food, drinks, beer, wine, and soda.
Ticket Option 2: $150 includes a ticket to the game and admission to the pre-game reception with unlimited food and soda.
Pre-game option 1: $80 includes admission to the pre-game with unlimited food and beer and wine.
Pre-game option 2: $60 includes admission to the pre-game with unlimited food and soda.
A portion of ticket prices will go to support student scholarships.
***Tickets are digital and will be sent via the email provided during registration***
Purchase tickets online or by calling 800-ALUM-EIU (258-6348)
Housing Legacy Courtyard
Tuesday, June 2, 2026 | Register NowLeave your mark on campus. Alums who had memorable experiences on campus are taking the opportunity to buy a brick or paver as a permanent way to recognize those special times in the Memorial Courtyard located between Lawson and Andrews Hall.
4"x8" Imprinted brick-$100 16"x16" Imprinted paver -$250 16"x72" Bench Paver-$2,500
A representative from the EIU Alumni Services Office will reach out to you for your brick or paver message.