Family Weekend
September 20-21, 2024
We are so excited to welcome our parents and families back to campus for Family Weekend! Please join us in person, on campus for a weekend with your Methodist student! This is a time for families to immerse themselves in the Methodist experience that their student enjoys all year — to walk the campus, go to the games, and to show school spirit. Join us September 20-21, 2024.
Schedule of Events
Friday, Sept. 20
Student Financial Services Available for Individual Appointments
8:00 a.m. – 4:45 p.m., Horner Administration Building
Have any questions or need assistance with your student’s financial aid or billing statement? The Student Financial Services Office would be glad to speak to families individually in their office during their business hours.
Campus Bookstore Open
9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., Berns Student Center
Visit the campus bookstore during Family Weekend for university apparel, gifts, and more to show your school spirit.
One Stop for Student Success
3:00 p.m., Alumni Dining Room
Learn more about academic and student success resources available to your student. Presenters will include:
- Lisa Dobson, Coordinator of Student Access and Accommodation Services
- Jennifer Taft, Coordinator of Student Success
- Taylor Vann, Director of Academic and Career Advising
- Keri Walters, Associate Provost for Student Success
Music Bingo
8:00 p.m., Berns Student Center
Bring your family for a fun and interactive game of Music Bingo!
Saturday, Sept. 21
Parent & Family Council Interest Meeting
9:00 a.m., Alumni Dining Room
Learn about our plans to create a Parent Council and explore how we can collaborate to enhance your students’ experience.
Family Brunch in the Dining Hall
10:00 a.m., Green & Gold Dining Hall (Bottom floor of Berns Student Center)
$10.10 + tax if not using a meal plan
Join your student in the dining hall for Brunch. Pay at the door.
Campus Bookstore Open
Noon – 8:00 p.m., Berns Student Center
Visit the campus bookstore during Family Weekend for university apparel, gifts, and more to show your school spirit.
Men’s Soccer vs. Warren Wilson College
3:00 p.m., Duggins Soccer Stadium
Help us cheer on the Monarchs!
Football vs. Greensboro College
6:00 p.m., Monarch Stadium
Help us cheer on the Monarchs! If you’d like to secure a tailgate spot prior to the game (by Thurs. 9/19) contact DeeDee Jarman, [email protected].
Lodging
Coming from out of town? Book your reservation at the Fairfield Inn & Suites and get our discounted rate. Use https://bit.ly/MUFairfieldRamsey or call 910.223.7867. For more hotel options, visit Area Hotels and mention Methodist University when booking for possible discounts.
Dining
Need a recommendation? Check out the Green & Gold Dining Hall or choose from some additional local recommendations below.
For Breakfast (listed by proximity): Rainbow Restaurant, MaryBill’s Café, Superior Bakery, Anchor Allie’s, Zorba’s, Circa 1800, Blue Moon Café, The Friend’s Table, Maple Street Biscuit Company.
For Lunch or Dinner (listed by proximity): ScrubOaks, Brooklyn Pizzeria, Nona Sushi, Miyabi Jr. Express, Mi Casita, Vibe Gastropub, Pan, Archway, Circa 1800, Pierro’s, Gaston Brewing Company, Blue Moon Café, Antonella’s, Luigi’s, Dogslingers, R Kitchen.
Additional options that offer an MU Discount can be found here.
Family Weekend Interest Form
Contact
Kirbie Dockery, M.S.
