Join Us at UW-Stout on April 14-15, 2023
Formerly known as Family Weekend, UW-Stout's Destination Weekend invites families and supporters to campus to celebrate their student(s) throughout two days of academic, athletic and community events that promote engagement with the campus and community. A student showcase, athletic events, and an array of active and fun opportunities await you!
Signature, highly sought after events such as Fashion Without Fabric and the first theater production in three years, “Be More Chill,” anchor this spring weekend. See the calendar for details and ticketing information. While some activities are ticketed, most activities do not require advance registration.
Friday, April 14, 2023
Polytechnic Student Exhibition
Open all weekend! Stroll through three buildings filled with student applied research, creativity and class projects! Peek into labs as you visit the buildings and stop in to see the latest Furlong Gallery exhibition in Micheels Hall while you are there!
Jarvis Science Wing, Jarvis Technology Wing, Micheels Hall | 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
(Open to Public; No Registration Required)
Men's Baseball
UW-Stout vs. UW-Oshkosh
Wakanda Park (909 Pine Ave E., Menomonie) | Noon
(Open to Public; No Registration Required)
Aerospace Club Presents
Drone Flying Event
Join Pilot/Professor Abhishek Verma and members of UW-Stout's Aerospace Club for a demonstration of specialized drone flight technology.
Nelson Field, Outdoor Track | Noon–2:00 p.m.
(Open to Public; No Registration or Experience Required)
Stout's Amazing Race
Join us for Stout's version of the popular TV show, "Amazing Race." Compete against other teams in a race (at your own pace) around campus, solving puzzles and completing tasks. In the case of inclement weather, the race will be moved indoors.
Memorial Student Center, Involvement Center Porch | 3:00–5:00 p.m.*
(Open to Public; No Registration Required)
Note: Teams should plan to start the one-hour race around campus between 3:00 4:00 p.m. to be sure they finish in time.
Free Climbing
Sports & Fitness Center, Room 56 | 3:00–8:00 p.m.
(Open to Public; No Registration or Experience Required)
Opening Reception
Drawing Exhibition: "Inspired by Mabel"
Featuring artwork created by first-year students in all of UW-Stout's six B.F.A. programs.
Mabel Tainter Center for the Arts, Upper-Level Gallery | 5:00–6:00 p.m.
(Open to Public; No Registration Required)
Stout Theatre Presents
"Be More Chill"
Harvey Hall Theatre | 7:30 p.m.
(Open to Public; Tickets Required)
GLOW Climb
Sports & Fitness Center, Room 56 | 8:00–10:00 p.m.
(Open to Public; No Registration or Experience Required)
Blue Devil Productions Presents
Comedian: Tommy Ryman
Memorial Student Center, Great Hall | 8:00 p.m.
(Open to Public; No Registration Required)
Saturday, April 15, 2023
Polytechnic Student Exhibition
Open all weekend! Stroll through three buildings filled with student applied research, creativity and class projects! Peek into labs as you visit the buildings and stop in to see the latest Furlong Gallery exhibition in Micheels Hall while you are there!
Jarvis Science Wing, Jarvis Technology Wing, Micheels Hall | 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
(Open to Public; No Registration Required)
Poker Walk - CANCELLED
THIS EVENT IS CANCELLED DUE TO IMPENDING WEATHER
This is an at-leisure event. Participants can begin and participate anytime during the duration of the walk.
10th Ave. E (Front of McCalmont Hall) | 10:30 a.m.–Noon
(Open to Public; No Registration Required)
"The Neighbors" Community Card Writing
We welcome you to participate in our community service event decorating and writing cards for residents living in the Neighbors of Dunn County. All materials provided for this drop-in event.
Merle Price Commons, Menomin Lounge | 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
(Open to Public; No Registration Required)
Pickleball/Yard Games
Check out games for indoor or outdoor use.
Sports & Fitness Center, Multipurpose Room | Noon–3 p.m.
(Open to Public; No Registration Required)
StoutProud Bingo
Join us for a family-friendly afternoon of bingo and StoutProud-themed prizes! This popular event fills quickly, arrive early to secure a seat.
Memorial Student Center, Terrace | 1:00 p.m.
(Open to Public; Free; No Registration Required)
Women's Lacrosse
UW-Stout vs. College of Saint Benedict
Nelson Field | 1:00 p.m.
(Open to Public; No Registration Required)
Stout Theatre Presents
"Be More Chill"
Harvey Hall Theatre | 2:00 p.m.
(Open to Public; Tickets Required)
StoutProud Bingo
Join us for a family-friendly afternoon of bingo and StoutProud-themed prizes! This popular event fills quickly, arrive early to secure a seat.
Memorial Student Center, Terrace | 2:30 p.m.
(Open to Public; Free; No Registration Required)
Fashion Without Fabric
Memorial Student Center, Great Hall | 7:00 p.m.
(Open to Public; Tickets Required)
Learn More about Fashion Without Fabric
Note: This event sells out quickly. Tickets will be available to purchase Monday, March 27, with seating options at the runway in the Memorial Student Center Great Hall or in the Low Stimuli Room, an environment with reduced lighting and lower volume.
Stout Theatre Presents
"Be More Chill"
Harvey Hall Theatre | 7:30 p.m.
(Open to Public; Tickets Required)
Drawing Exhibition: "Inspired by Mabel"
Featuring artwork created by first-year students in all of UW-Stout's six B.F.A. programs. The exhibition runs from April 15–28, 2023.
Mabel Tainter Center for the Arts, Upper-Level Gallery | 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
(Open to Public; No Registration Required)
