UMD Alumni Relations

Join fellow Bulldogs for an evening of connection, conversation, and fun at the Twin Cities Alumni Social on Tuesday, September 15, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Summit Brewing Co. in St. Paul.

Reconnect with friends, expand your alumni network, and enjoy a relaxed evening with the UMD community. We'll also be joined by the St. Paul Kubb Society for an introduction to Kubb, a popular lawn game that's easy to learn and fun to play.

Register today: alumni.d.umn.edu/twin-cities-alumni-social

The UMD campus will be closed Friday, June 19, 2026 in celebration of the Juneteenth holiday.

Campus will reopen on Saturday, June 20.

For celebration events in your area: https://juneteenth.umn.edu/juneteenth-events-throughout-minnesota

Ever wondered what’s happening inside your body at mile 20 of Grandma’s Marathon? 🏃‍♂️

As Duluth gears up for race weekend, go inside the science of endurance running with UMD’s Dr. Mark Hartman and Giuseppe Capello Real. In this Bulldogs Behind the Scenes session, they explore how your body and mind handle all 26.2 miles and what it really takes to go the distance.

🎥 Watch the recording: youtube.com/watch?v=qEnWgg-F9NU&t=153s

Then bring that Bulldog spirit to race day. Join fellow students, alumni, faculty, staff, and friends at the UMD Cheer Zone on Saturday, June 20 near the Limnology Building at 60th Avenue East and London Road. Cheer on runners or sign up to volunteer in this family friendly opportunity.

👉 Have you ever run or cheered on Grandma’s Marathon?

Bulldogs Behind the Scenes: 26.2 Miles of Science Learn about what happens inside the body and mind during Grandma’s ...