April 2026 – Muskie Pride

💙 𝗧𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗸 𝗬𝗼𝘂, 𝗠𝘂𝘀𝗸𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻! 💛

Day of Giving 2026

On April 16, we celebrated Musko’s Birthday and Lakeland’s Day of Giving! We are incredibly grateful to the many members of our community who came together to make Lakeland University’s Day of Giving such a meaningful success. 

Because of your generosity, we can continue to invest in the programs and opportunities that make Lakeland what it is — from the Annual Fund and Life & Career Studies Program to scholarships and the Lakeland Promise. 

And if you happened to miss the day itself, there is still time to be part of this moment: Lakeland.edu/muskos-birthday On behalf of everyone at Lakeland …. THANK YOU! 

Lakeland Celebrates Student & Faculty Excellence at Honors Banquet

Lakeland held its annual Honors Banquet on April 15, recognizing honors program students, naming Lauryn (L.J.) Johnson as the Koehler Award recipient, and honoring Kim Viglietti with the Underkofler Teaching Award, along with numerous other academic awards. 

Read more: 

Lakeland honors academic achievement at honors banquet 

Seven seniors complete honors program with projects rooted in research and community impact 

Kim Viglietti named top Lakeland teacher for 2026 

Milwaukee Brewers Alumni Night

Join us for a summer night at the ballpark with fellow Muskies! We’re heading to Milwaukee for a Brewers game and hosting an exclusive alumni gathering in the Associated Bank Power Alley — a private indoor/outdoor group space just for Lakeland alumni and guests. 

Tuesday, July 21, 2026 

      • 6:40 PM 
      • American Family Field, Milwaukee 

About 30 tickets left — don’t wait!!! 

Questions? Email Sydney at alumni@lakeland.edu 

Dr. Stephen A. Gould Memorial

June 20, 2026

2 - 4:30 p.m.

Dr. Gould devoted 42 years to Lakeland University—as professor, visionary, and transformational president. His leadership shaped generations of students and helped carry Lakeland’s mission across the globe. We gather in gratitude for his life, his scholarship, and his unwavering belief in the pride of being a Muskie. 

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Limited Spots Available!

Registration is still open! Join us for Lakeland University’s annual golf tournament — The Blasters — this year on Thursday, June 11 at Blackwolf Run in Kohler, Wis. 

Spots are filling quickly, and we’re looking forward to another great day on the course! If you’ve been thinking about joining us, now is a great time to secure your spot. Register today! 

All proceeds from the event will support our Life & Career Studies (LCS) program, which offers a full college experience for young adults (ages 18-25) with intellectual disabilities. LCS empowers students by providing access to academics, employment opportunities, independent living skills, and community engagement — ensuring they experience college life alongside their peers. 

New Advancement Leader Joins Lakeland

Lakeland welcomes Johannah Wenig as vice president for advancement & strategic operations, bringing nearly 20 years of experience in philanthropy, community partnerships, and strategic growth.  

Lakeland Alumni Japan Travels

April 4–13, 2027 

Lakeland’s Alumni Travel trip to Japan is here! Join fellow Muskies for a 10-day guided experience in April 2027, featuring stops in Tokyo, Mt. Fuji, Kanazawa, Kyoto, and a visit to our Japan campus—all during cherry blossom season. 

Trip Dates: April 4–13, 2027 
Starting at approximately $5,350
(land only, double occupancy) 

Spots are limited—register today!

Questions? Reach out to Sydney at alumni@lakeland.edu

Save the Date: Homecoming 2026

Sept. 26

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Save the date for Homecoming weekend: September 25–27, 2026! We’re looking forward to a jam-packed weekend featuring a Friday night welcome reception at The Osthoff Resort, Alumni Awards, tailgate, football game, extended 5th Quarter, and 50th, 25th, and 10th reunions.

Join the Alumni Committee to help shape Homecoming—email Sydney at PingitoreS@lakeland.edu to get involved or stay in the loop. 

Got a new job? Got married? Moved? Don’t forget to update your contact information!

Upcoming 2026 Events