Save the dates for an epic
Mayville State family reunion!
September 26-27, 2025
Schedule of Events
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 26
Alumni & Â鶹´«Ã½AV Bookstore Open
Stop by and get all your Comets gear!
Ìý Ìý9 a.m. to 6 p.m. - Â鶹´«Ã½AV Bookstore, Campus CenterÌý
Mayville State's beloved Old Main is undergoing a transformation the blends preservation and innovation, honoring the legacy of the university while reimagining how the space will serve future generations. As part of the Homecoming/Farmers Bowl festivities, alumni and friends will have a chance to take a tour and see the progress first-hand. Those who wish to take the tour must wear long pants and closed-toe shoes. Report to the construction offices, located directly across the street from the south side of Old Main, for safety instructions and to be outfitted with protection gear.
Ìý Ìý3 p.m. - Check in at the construction office,Ìý
Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìýlocated across the street from the south side of Old Main.ÌýÌý Ìý
Pre-Awards Dinner Social
Socialize with the 2025 homecoming honorees. Everyone is welcome.
Ìý Ìý4 to 5:30 p.m. - Larson Alumni & Leadership Center
Comets Volleyball vs. Bismarck State
Bump, set, spike, win! Go, Comets!
Ìý Ìý4 p.m. (JV) & 6 p.m. (Varsity) - Lewy Lee Fieldhouse
Honor the 2025 Athletic and Athletic Coaches Hall of Fame inductees and Distinguished Alumni and Distinguished Service Award recipients, as well as the Lyng family.Ìý ÌýThis Year's Honorees: Click here to see honoree biographies.
Ìý ÌýAthletic Hall of Fame inductees - 1999 Baseball Team,ÌýLarry Omdahl (‘73),
Ìý ÌýDave Ouradnik (‘72),ÌýDeMarcus Rideaux (‘07), and Scott Terry (‘93);
Ìý ÌýAthletic Coaches Hall of Fame inductee - Bruce Belseth (‘81);
Ìý ÌýDistinguished Alumni Award recipients - Marlene (Viseth) Kensrud (‘75) and Alan O’Neil (‘79)Ìý ÌýJoin in honoring the Lyng Family for their dedication and generosity.Ìý ÌýThe naming of the Dr. Merwin & Myrna Lyng Department of Mathematics and theÌýgrand
Ìý Ìýopening of the Jim Lyng Athletic Hall of Fame will be acknowledged at the
Ìý ÌýHomecoming Awards Dinner. Click here to see more.ÌýÌý ÌýÌýÌýÌý6Ìýp.m. - Campus Center Luckasen RoomÌýÌýÌý Ìý Ìý We have reached capacity for the dinner. Ticket sales have closed.
Alumni & Friends Social
All Mayville State alumni and friends are invited to socialize and catch up!
Ìý Ìý8:30 to 11 p.m. - Edson and Margaret Larson Alumni and Leadership Center
Saturday, September 27
Â鶹´«Ã½AV Bookstore Open
Stop by the bookstore, see the newly remodeled space, and pick up the newest Comets gear!
ÌýÌýÌý9 a.m. to 2 p.m. - Â鶹´«Ã½AV Campus Center
Open House at the Larson Center and Grounds
See the historic alumni center and enjoy the beautiful and meaningful surrounding gardens.
Ìý Ìý8:30 a.m.
Volleyball Alumni Game
Enjoy a friendly game with members of the Comets Volleyball family. If you plan to play, please RSVP toÌýelora.passa@mayvillestate.edu.
ÌýÌýÌý9 a.m. - Lewy Lee Fieldhouse
Ceremony of Remembrance
Honor the men and women who have served and continue to serve our country.
ÌýÌýÌý9:30 a.m. - Military Honor Garden on the grounds of the Larson Center
Parade
To register an entry in the parade, please contact Stacy at stacy.buchl@mayvillestate.edu.
ÌýÌýÌý11 a.m. - Mayville
Hall of Fame on the 5s Reunion
Tailgating festivities will be hosted by the Comet Gridiron Club. This year's featured teams are: 1955-56 Baseball Team, 1960-61 Basketball Team, 1965 Football Team, 1970 Baseball Team, 1990 Baseball Team, 1990 Football Team, 1995-96 Men's Basketball Team, and 2005-06 Men's Basketball Team.
Ìý Ìý11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. - "The Grove" Tailgating Area NW Jerome Berg Field
Corn on the Cob & Hot Dog Feed/Pre-Game Festival
Don't miss out on Mayville State's corn feed! There will be fun for all!
Ìý ÌýNoon - Outside Jerome Berg Field
Softball Alumni Tailgating
All softball alumni and family members are invited. Kids are welcome!
Ìý ÌýNoon - Outside Jerome Berg Field
Old Main Tour
Mayville State's beloved Old Main is undergoing a transformation the blends preservation and innovation, honoring the legacy of the university while reimagining how the space will serve future generations. As part of the Homecoming/Farmers Bowl festivities, alumni and friends will have a chance to take a tour and see the progress first-hand. Those who wish to take the tour must wear long pants and closed-toe shoes. Report to the construction offices, located directly across the street from the south side of Old Main, for safety instructions and to be outfitted with protection gear.
ÌýÌýÌý Ìý12:30 p.m. - Check in at the construction office,
Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìýlocated across from the south side of Old Main
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Homecoming Football Game
Cheer the Comets to victory! Homecoming honorees will be recognized at half-time.
Ìý Ìý2 p.m. - Jerome Berg Field
Farmers Bowl Auction
Socializing and silent auction bidding begin at 5 p.m. Enjoy a delicious buffet meal! The excitement of the live auction will begin at 7 p.m.
Ìý Ìý5 p.m. - Socializing and silent auction bidding
Ìý Ìý7 p.m. - Live Auction begins
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Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý ÌýClick here to see a preliminary auction item listing.
Many thanks to Mayville State's 2025 Homecoming/Farmers Bowl Sponsors!
Finley Motors, PCL/Community Contractors, Top Hat, Martin Mechanical Design, Nilson-Brand Law, First State Bank, Sanford Health, and Agassiz Drain Tile.
