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Upcoming Alumni Events

• Sunday, September 20 - 2026 Vibes and Vines with 69Ìþ«Æ·app at Rockside Winery
  
  

  
  You and guests are cordially invited to an exclusive event at the picturesque Rockside Winery and Vineyards in Lancaster, Ohio.
  
  This is a wonderful opportunity to network, share stories, and celebrate our shared Panther pride in a beautiful and relaxed setting.
  
  Meet hosts and owners, Robin and Valerie Coolidge '05, and prior owners of Wyandotte Winery in Columbus for many years.
  
  Take a stroll through the vineyards and networking opportunities with fellow alumni and friends of ODU.
  
  Cost is $25 a person and includes two (2) drink tickets good for a glass of wine, a signature wine slushy or pint of beer served with light snacks.
  
  RSVP by Friday, September 11, 2026, to ensure your spot. Space is limited, so please purchase your tickets early. To RSVP, .

  5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

  Rockside Winery and Vineyards, 2363 Lancaster Newark Rd. NE, Lancaster, OH 43130 ()

  We look forward to raising a glass with you and celebrating our enduring connection to 69Ìþ«Æ·app. For any questions, please contact Christie Flood Weiner ’90, Acting VP for Advancement and Alumni Affairs at weinerc@ohiodominican.edu or 614-253-3502.
  
  

• Friday, October 16, & Saturday, October 17 - SAVE THE DATE: HOMECOMING 2026
  
  
  
  MORE INFORMATION COMING SOON!
  
  Friday, October 16: Athletic Hall of Fame Dinner (Details TBD)
  
  Saturday, October 17 Events:
  
  9 a.m. to 3 p.m.:  The bookstore will be open in the Student Center and Class of 1986 will receive 10% off purchases.
  
  Tour of Campus available upon request.
  
  10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.: Tailgate in parking lot prior to the game outside of Panther Stadium.
  
  12 p.m.: Football game in Panther Stadium against Kentucky Wesleyan. Tickets are free for the alumni and guests.
  
  4 p.m.: Mass in Christ the King Chapel in Sansbury Hall.
  
  5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.: 2026 Distinguished Alumni Award Dinner in the Bishop James A. Griffin Student Center.
  
  
  
• Saturday, October 17 - Class of 1986 Celebrates 40th Reunion as Part of Homecoming 2026
  
  
  
  You and guests are invited to celebrate your 40th Reunion from Ohio Dominican as part of Homecoming 2026.
  
  Take the time to come together in fellowship and to reminisce about our time at Ohio Dominican as we celebrate our 40th Reunion.
  
  Registration is also open to 1985 and 1987 to join in this celebration with the Class of 1986.
  
  Event Highlights:
  
  9 a.m. to 3 p.m.:  The bookstore will be open in the Student Center and Class of 1986 will receive 10% off purchases.
  
  11 a.m. - 4 p.m.: Tailgate in parking lot prior to and during game. All are invited to bring an appetizer to share and bring your own drinks (Alcohol permitted but must be contained and only consumed within the area provided for the tailgate). There will be tables and some chairs, but plan to bring chairs to relax in.
  
  12 p.m.: Football game in Panther Stadium against Kentucky Wesleyan. Tickets are free for the those attending the Reunion.
  
  4 p.m.: Mass in Christ the King Chapel in Sansbury Hall.
  
  Tour of Campus available upon request.
  
  Possible post-Reunion off campus gathering (Location TBD).
  
  Please RSVP here () or by scanning the following QR Code by Friday, October 9. If any questions, please contact Christie Flood Weiner ’90, Acting VP for Advancement & Alumni Relations at 614-253-3502 or weinerc@ohiodominican.edu.
  
  
  
  
• Saturday, October 31 - SAVE THE DATE FOR MILITARY APPRECIATION TAILGATE AND FOOTBALL GAME
  
  
  
  
  As part of ODU’s continued commitment to honoring those who have served, Ohio Dominican University invites alumni and friends to join us for our Military Appreciation Football Game on Saturday, October 31, at Panther Stadium.
  
  We’ll be recognizing the service and sacrifice of our veterans and military families as the Panthers take on Walsh.
  
  Kickoff is at 12:00 noon, and all veterans receive free admission to the game.
  
  This year’s Honorary Co-Captain is Major General Dennis Laich, former ODU Director of the Patriots Program.
  
  Consider coming a bit early and mingle with the tailgating scene as early at 10:30am.
  
  Catered food and drinks can be found and please stop by the Alumni Office Tent to say hi!
  
  This special day is one of the many ways ODU demonstrates its ongoing dedication to supporting those who have worn the uniform — not only through the Patriots Program and our veteran student initiatives, but by ensuring our alumni community always feels connected, honored, and celebrated.
  
  We’d be honored to see you back on campus as we cheer on the Panthers together and show our pride in those who have served.
  
  10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.: Tailgate outside the entrance of Pather Stadium (inclement weather location is the Fireside Lounge in the Bishop James Griffin Student Center).
  
  12 p.m.: Kickoff
  
  Location: Panther Stadium, 69Ìþ«Æ·app
  
  Admission: Free for all veterans
  
  
• Thursday, November 19 - The Crave & the Cask
  Special Fundraising Event for ODU Students Event for Alumni and Friends!
  
  To RSVP go to: /alumni/events/index.html.
  
  We hope to see you there! All are welcome. Must be 21 years+

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Stay tuned for other alumni events as scheduled! To see what else is happening on campus, see ODU's Event Calendar. It’s always a great day to be a Panther!