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Celebrate our 51st Annual Stafford Dinner with us on February 28th, 2026. More details coming soon!

If you have questions on how you can support the dinner, please contact Karla Spaeth-Yost at (989) 837-4264 or .

Planned, prepared, and executed by an Executive Board of students from any major. Students participate in event planning through marketing, logistics, food and beverage, procurement, and other specialties.

Event Details

Venue will be at Apple Mountain located on 4519 North River Road., Freeland, MI 48623.

More information about entertainment to come. We encourage you to bring cash for the bar, raffles, games, and an interactive spur-of-the-moment donation opportunity! Credit cards will be accepted the night of.

Northwood University Stafford Dinner logo featuring a stylized pineapple and the text: "Stafford Dinner Presented by Hospitality Management.

The Stafford Story

Mr. William D. Stafford was the first chairman of the Hotel, Restaurant & Resort Management Department at our beloved Northwood University. From 1969 to 1972, Mr. Stafford shared his knowledge about the hospitality industry and incorporated it into the curriculum.

Black and white photo of a man wearing a chef's hat and uniform, gazing slightly to the side with a neutral expression.

Sponsorship Details

Being a sponsor of the 51st Annual Stafford Dinner gives you additional opportunities to promote your brand while supporting students of Northwood University.

More details coming soon!

Donate to the Stafford Dinner