Advancement & Alumni Engagement

#OurSCSU Gala

Join us for the #OurSCSU Gala

Join faculty, staff, alumni, and community members for the 2026 #OurSCSU Gala, a special Homecoming event celebrating the impact, achievements, and spirit of the St. Cloud State University community. The evening will honor outstanding award recipients, reconnect Huskies and friends, and recognize the people and partnerships that help make SCSU a vibrant and transformative institution.

Tickets for the reception, dinner, and awards ceremony are $55.

2026 Honorees

Congratulations to our 2025-26 Alumni Awards recipients who will be formally recognized at the Oct. 2 Gala.

Alumni Service Award: Bruce Hentges ’89, ’96
Graduate of the Last Decade (GOLD) Award: Abby (Rasmussen) Rittenhouse ’15, ’20
University Leadership Award: Dr. Michele Mumm ’92
Distinguished Alumni Award: Hedy Tripp ’96
Visionary Award: Drs. Art ’62, ’64 and Barb ’62, ’63 Grachek

Linda and Richard Offerdahl pose for a photo with their alumni award

2025 Visionary Award winners Linda ’74 and Richard Offerdahl

A wide view of the Atwood Ballroom during the dinner of the Gala

The #OurSCSU Gala celebrates the Huskies who are bold thinkers and leaders in the region

Margaret Ann Hennen receives her alumni award

2025 Distinguished Alumni Award winner Margaret Ann Hennen ’68 ’76 (right)

SCSU students pose for a photo with an alumni award recipient

Nominations for awards in all categories are accepted year-round

Dr. Will Collis-Prather receives his alumni award

2025 University Leadership award recipient Dr. Will Collis-Prather (right)

Jason Meszaros receives his alumni award

2025 Alumni Service Award recipient Jason Meszaros (right)

Event Details

A Quick Look

When: 5:30-9 p.m. Friday, Oct. 2
Where: Atwood Memorial Center Ballroom
Hors d'oeuvres, dinner, and cash bar
Complimentary parking in campus surface lots
Purchase individual tickets or reserve a table for eight

Menu Options

During your registration, select from one of these options.

Beef: Braised beef short rib with red wine demi-glace
Chicken: Stuffed chicken Champagne with lemon Champagne cream sauce
Vegan/vegetarian: Marinated, grilled portabella mushroom stuffed quinoa

Additional Details

Advanced registration is required for this event.

Questions or concerns may be directed to Nicky Brunsberg at adv_events@stcloudstate.edu or (320) 308-4819.

Business attire is requested; we encourage you to incorporate SCSU colors of red, black, gray and white. Go Huskies!

Event Registration

St. Cloud State University is committed to providing an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming environment for all guests and visitors. If you anticipate needing accommodations during your visit, see our Community Member Access & Accommodation page and fill out an accommodation request.

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St. Cloud State Homecoming

Homecoming is one of St. Cloud State University's favorite traditions, bringing together alumni, students, faculty, staff, and friends to celebrate Husky pride. Check out the full schedule of events and make plans to join us for a memorable week of connection, celebration, and SCSU spirit.

Go Huskies!

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