Family Weekend

September 22-23, 2023

We are so excited to be hosting Methodist University Family Weekend 2023! 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 22-23, 2023.

Schedule of Events

Friday, September 22

One Stop for Academics and Careers
2:00 p.m., Davis Memorial Library
Informational workshop to walk family members through the various Academic Support Services we offer here at MU and give family members a glimpse into what Academic and Career Advising looks like.

One Stop for Financial Support
3:00 p.m., Davis Memorial Library
Informational workshop that will provide Financial Aid, FAFSA, MU payment plans, loan education and resources for families.

Family Hours at the Fitness Center
5:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m., Nimocks Fitness Center
Go for a walk around the indoor track, shoot some hoops, or pump some iron in the Nimocks Fitness Center. Facilities are open to Monarchs and their family members, free of charge, over the age of 18. Everyone must sign a liability waiver. Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian.

Saturday, September 23

Bookstore Open
10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., Berns Student Center

Meet & Greet with King the Mascot
12:00 p.m., Outside Green & Gold Dining Hall under the awning, across from the Victory Bell near Monarch Stadium
Come meet our official University mascot!

Football vs. Southern Virginia University
1:00 p.m., Monarch Stadium
General admission is $6.00, school-age students are $3.00, and children under 6 years of age are free to enter.

Volleyball vs. Greensboro College
1:00 p.m., Riddle Center

Family Hours at the Fitness Center
4:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m., Nimocks Fitness Center
Go for a walk around the indoor track, shoot some hoops, or pump some iron in the Nimocks Fitness Center. Facilities are open to Monarchs and their family members, free of charge, over the age of 18. Everyone must sign a liability waiver. Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian.

Monarch Family Movie Night
7:00 p.m., Berns Student Center
Join us for Monsters University on the big screen.

Sunday, September 24

Morning Worship Opportunities
You are invited to worship with one of MU’s partner churches in the Fayetteville area. Take the opportunity to meet and worship alongside members of the congregations that support Methodist University students in various ways throughout the academic year. Worship times are listed on the individual church websites.

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, Circa 1800, Blue Moon Café, The Friend’s Table.

For Lunch or Dinner (listed by proximity): ScrubOaks, Brooklyn Pizzeria, Nona Sushi, Miyabi Jr. Express, Mi Casita, Circa 1800, Pierros, Gaston Brewing Company, Blue Moon Café, Antonella’s, Luigi’s, Mash House Brewing Company.

Additional options that offer an MU Discount can be found here.