Special Events for Alumni & Friends of Northwood

Each year, Northwood hosts many events welcoming and thanking special friends, leaders, and constituents of the University. We look forward to you joining us at one of our events, receptions, or golf outings.

Upcoming  Events

California Scholarship Golf Tournament

From the classroom to the greens, join us for a fun-filled day raising scholarship funds to benefit California students attending Northwood University. Invite your clients to join your foursome and mix the best of business and friendship. Northwood University’s success in educating students who especially wish to become members of the automotive industry depends on your support. Over the past fourteen years, more than 50 California students have benefited from the financial assistance that they have received from our annual tournament. For specific information, please contact Warren Mault, Executive Director Resource Development, at 989.837.4349.

Fun Auction Day (FAD)

Thirty-nine years ago, a small group of volunteers and friends revolutionized the way we support our students. The group developed a charity auction to raise scholarship funds. The volunteers serve as liaisons between the community and the University. Our friends are dedicated to promoting University awareness and to providing support for its curriculums and students.

The FAD Auction consists of a silent auction, cocktail reception, and is followed by a formal dinner. After dinner, a "live" auction commences. Please contact Tom Kavanagh, Vice President of University Advancement, at 989.837.4356 for more information.

Scholarship Showcase

The Scholarship Showcase began in 1997 as a fundraising event held in the Detroit area to bring together alumni, friends, and corporate constituents of Northwood University. Since inception, the showcase has raised approximately one million dollars benefiting students.

The evening spotlights the generosity of Northwood’s friends, constituents, and business partners. Northwood administration, students, and guests focus on sharing and enriching the career-focused curriculums offered at Northwood. Learn more about giving opportunities by contacting Brian Parr, Senior Director of Development, at 248.822.2445.

Town & Campus

Town & Campus is the Tri-City and founding chapter of the Friends of Northwood, an inclusive group of community members, parents, alumni, donors, awardees, and industry leaders in the Midland, Michigan area who support Northwood University and the Northwood Idea.  The volunteer organization serves as a liaison between the community and the University. Over 5,000 students have benefited from the support of Northwood's Town & Campus chapter of the Friends of Northwood. Learn more about our Town & Campus chapter by contacting Tom Kavanagh, Vice President of University Advancement, at 989.837.4356 .

Tri-City Golf Tournament

In Memory of Joe Rombach
Proceeds from the Northwood University Tri-City Golf Tournament provide scholarship dollars for students from the Bay City, Saginaw, Midland, and surrounding Michigan areas.

Your participation, whether it’s playing golf, investing in a sponsorship/scholarship underwriting, or both, affect the lives of students who desire a free enterprise, entrepreneurial-focused education that is the foundation of Northwood University. For more information, please contact Julie Felske, Director of Alumni Relations, at 989.837.4436.