Globetrotters Reunion
Globetrotters Reunion
Globetrotters Reunion
A reunion for international student and I-Club alumni
A reunion for international student and I-Club alumni
A reunion for international student and I-Club alumni
Northwestern Homecoming + Family Weekend
Oct. 2-3, 2026
Northwestern Homecoming + Family Weekend
Oct. 2-3, 2026
Northwestern Homecoming + Family Weekend
Oct. 2-3, 2026
For more information, please contact [email protected], or call Ross Fernstrum at 712-707-7416.
For more information, please contact [email protected], or call Ross Fernstrum at 712-707-7416.
For more information, please contact [email protected], or call Ross Fernstrum at 712-707-7416.
Friday, Oct. 2
Friday, Oct. 2
Friday, Oct. 2
9 a.m. |
Welcome, meet + greet Ramaker Center Host: Ross Fernstrum ’12, alumni office
Reconnect with Raider friends from around the world over coffee and pastries. |
10 to 10:30 a.m. |
Chapel Christ Chapel |
11:15 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. |
Lunch with current international students Vermeer South Dining Room, De Witt Cafeteria Host: NWC Bridge Center staff and students
Enjoy food and fellowship with current international students and I-Club members. The alumni office will cover the cost of lunch for all non-student attendees. |
1 to 2 p.m. |
Campus tour An NWC student ambassador will lead the tour, beginning at the Vermeer South Dining Room and ending at the Vogel Welcome Center, where alumni can sign our alumni wall. |
2:15 to 5 p.m. |
Option A: Free time Optional informal social time and cultural exchange in Ramaker Center. --- Option B: Orange City “Then + Now” tour Brad’s Bakery Bistro, 101 Central Ave. NE, Orange City Host: Brad and Kathy (Vander Werff ’89) Gabel --- Meet us downtown at Brad’s Bakery Bistro for a guided tour of Orange City, as well as coffee and desserts at the bistro. Tour groups will depart the bistro at 2:30 and 3:30 p.m. |
5:15 p.m. Appetizers 6 p.m. Dinner + program |
Celebration Banquet Rowenhorst Student Center Northwestern’s Celebration Banquet is a special evening for alumni and friends, during which the college honors its supporters and celebrates its successes. Reunion groups are seated together. |
9 a.m. |
Welcome, meet + greet Ramaker Center Host: Ross Fernstrum ’12, alumni office
Reconnect with Raider friends from around the world over coffee and pastries. |
10 to 10:30 a.m. |
Chapel Christ Chapel |
11:15 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. |
Lunch with current international students Vermeer South Dining Room, De Witt Cafeteria Host: NWC Bridge Center staff and students
Enjoy food and fellowship with current international students and I-Club members. The alumni office will cover the cost of lunch for all non-student attendees. |
1 to 2 p.m. |
Campus tour An NWC student ambassador will lead the tour, beginning at the Vermeer South Dining Room and ending at the Vogel Welcome Center, where alumni can sign our alumni wall. |
2:15 to 5 p.m. |
Option A: Free time Optional informal social time and cultural exchange in Ramaker Center. --- Option B: Orange City “Then + Now” tour Brad’s Bakery Bistro, 101 Central Ave. NE, Orange City Host: Brad and Kathy (Vander Werff ’89) Gabel --- Meet us downtown at Brad’s Bakery Bistro for a guided tour of Orange City, as well as coffee and desserts at the bistro. Tour groups will depart the bistro at 2:30 and 3:30 p.m. |
5:15 p.m. Appetizers 6 p.m. Dinner + program |
Celebration Banquet Rowenhorst Student Center Northwestern’s Celebration Banquet is a special evening for alumni and friends, during which the college honors its supporters and celebrates its successes. Reunion groups are seated together. |
9 a.m. |
Welcome, meet + greet Ramaker Center Host: Ross Fernstrum ’12, alumni office
Reconnect with Raider friends from around the world over coffee and pastries. |
10 to 10:30 a.m. |
Chapel Christ Chapel |
11:15 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. |
Lunch with current international students Vermeer South Dining Room, De Witt Cafeteria Host: NWC Bridge Center staff and students
Enjoy food and fellowship with current international students and I-Club members. The alumni office will cover the cost of lunch for all non-student attendees. |
1 to 2 p.m. |
Campus tour An NWC student ambassador will lead the tour, beginning at the Vermeer South Dining Room and ending at the Vogel Welcome Center, where alumni can sign our alumni wall. |
2:15 to 5 p.m. |
Option A: Free time Optional informal social time and cultural exchange in Ramaker Center. --- Option B: Orange City “Then + Now” tour Brad’s Bakery Bistro, 101 Central Ave. NE, Orange City Host: Brad and Kathy (Vander Werff ’89) Gabel --- Meet us downtown at Brad’s Bakery Bistro for a guided tour of Orange City, as well as coffee and desserts at the bistro. Tour groups will depart the bistro at 2:30 and 3:30 p.m. |
5:15 p.m. Appetizers 6 p.m. Dinner + program |
Celebration Banquet Rowenhorst Student Center Northwestern’s Celebration Banquet is a special evening for alumni and friends, during which the college honors its supporters and celebrates its successes. Reunion groups are seated together. |
Saturday, Oct. 3
Saturday, Oct. 3
Saturday, Oct. 3
Saturday will be a mix of traditional Homecoming activities and specific events for those attending the Globetrotters Reunion.
Saturday will be a mix of traditional Homecoming activities and specific events for those attending the Globetrotters Reunion.
Saturday will be a mix of traditional Homecoming activities and specific events for those attending the Globetrotters Reunion.
10 a.m. to noon |
Morning on the Green Campus green
Take in the energetic atmosphere of our family-friendly carnival, offering games and prizes for children of NWC alumni and friends. You’ll also enjoy performances by the Raider Athletic Band and cheer team. |
10 to 10:30 a.m. |
Classes of ’76, ’86, ’90 to ’99, and ’06 reunions Ramaker Center
Nametags, light refreshments and a schedule of the day’s events will be available. |
11 a.m. to noon |
Globetrotters Reunion Ramaker Center
A reunion for all international students, I-Club members and host families. |
Noon to 1 p.m. |
Tailgate picnic Campus green
All alumni, parents and campus visitors are invited to a catered tailgate picnic before the Raider football game. Space under the tailgate tent will be designated for reunion groups. Lunch is approximately $10 per person. |
1 to 3 p.m. |
Free time Football game starts at 1:30 (advance ticket purchase required) or visit other campus or community spots. Ramaker Center is available for relaxing and socializing. |
1:30 p.m. |
Football vs. Concordia Korver Field, De Valois Stadium
Digital tickets (required) will go on sale starting Sept. 18 at nwcraiders.com/tickets. |
3 to 4:30 p.m. |
Cultural story time Ramaker Center
International and I-Club alumni, friends and host families will gather by era. |
4 p.m. |
Children’s play: Title TBA DeWitt Theatre Arts Center
This play lasts approximately 60 minutes. To reserve tickets starting Sept. 18, visit nwciowa.edu/tickets. |
5:30 p.m. |
1985-1992 International alumni dinner American Reformed Church, 407 Albany Ave. SE, Orange City
This dinner is specifically for international and I-Club alumni from 1985-1992. |
7 p.m. |
Fall music showcase Christ Chapel |
10 a.m. to noon |
Morning on the Green Campus green
Take in the energetic atmosphere of our family-friendly carnival, offering games and prizes for children of NWC alumni and friends. You’ll also enjoy performances by the Raider Athletic Band and cheer team. |
10 to 10:30 a.m. |
Classes of ’76, ’86, ’90 to ’99, and ’06 reunions Ramaker Center
Nametags, light refreshments and a schedule of the day’s events will be available. |
11 a.m. to noon |
Globetrotters Reunion Ramaker Center
A reunion for all international students, I-Club members and host families. |
Noon to 1 p.m. |
Tailgate picnic Campus green
All alumni, parents and campus visitors are invited to a catered tailgate picnic before the Raider football game. Space under the tailgate tent will be designated for reunion groups. Lunch is approximately $10 per person. |
1 to 3 p.m. |
Free time Football game starts at 1:30 (advance ticket purchase required) or visit other campus or community spots. Ramaker Center is available for relaxing and socializing. |
1:30 p.m. |
Football vs. Concordia Korver Field, De Valois Stadium
Digital tickets (required) will go on sale starting Sept. 18 at nwcraiders.com/tickets. |
3 to 4:30 p.m. |
Cultural story time Ramaker Center
International and I-Club alumni, friends and host families will gather by era. |
4 p.m. |
Children’s play: Title TBA DeWitt Theatre Arts Center
This play lasts approximately 60 minutes. To reserve tickets starting Sept. 18, visit nwciowa.edu/tickets. |
5:30 p.m. |
1985-1992 International alumni dinner American Reformed Church, 407 Albany Ave. SE, Orange City
This dinner is specifically for international and I-Club alumni from 1985-1992. |
7 p.m. |
Fall music showcase Christ Chapel |
10 a.m. to noon |
Morning on the Green Campus green
Take in the energetic atmosphere of our family-friendly carnival, offering games and prizes for children of NWC alumni and friends. You’ll also enjoy performances by the Raider Athletic Band and cheer team. |
10 to 10:30 a.m. |
Classes of ’76, ’86, ’90 to ’99, and ’06 reunions Ramaker Center
Nametags, light refreshments and a schedule of the day’s events will be available. |
11 a.m. to noon |
Globetrotters Reunion Ramaker Center
A reunion for all international students, I-Club members and host families. |
Noon to 1 p.m. |
Tailgate picnic Campus green
All alumni, parents and campus visitors are invited to a catered tailgate picnic before the Raider football game. Space under the tailgate tent will be designated for reunion groups. Lunch is approximately $10 per person. |
1 to 3 p.m. |
Free time Football game starts at 1:30 (advance ticket purchase required) or visit other campus or community spots. Ramaker Center is available for relaxing and socializing. |
1:30 p.m. |
Football vs. Concordia Korver Field, De Valois Stadium
Digital tickets (required) will go on sale starting Sept. 18 at nwcraiders.com/tickets. |
3 to 4:30 p.m. |
Cultural story time Ramaker Center
International and I-Club alumni, friends and host families will gather by era. |
4 p.m. |
Children’s play: Title TBA DeWitt Theatre Arts Center
This play lasts approximately 60 minutes. To reserve tickets starting Sept. 18, visit nwciowa.edu/tickets. |
5:30 p.m. |
1985-1992 International alumni dinner American Reformed Church, 407 Albany Ave. SE, Orange City
This dinner is specifically for international and I-Club alumni from 1985-1992. |
7 p.m. |
Fall music showcase Christ Chapel |
Ramaker Center is available until 10 p.m. for alumni who want to continue hanging out.