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University of Michigan Black Alumni - UMBA University of Michigan Black Alumni was established in 1976 to connect Black Wolverines

The University of Michigan Black Alumni (UMBA) builds on an established legacy of the Alumni Association of the University of Michigan (AAUM), by fostering an additional home for Black Alumni of this prestigious university. The UMBA will continue to serve its members in a manner of excellence through social and service activities, fundraising, and updates on our beloved alma mater. Membership in the UMBA is FREE OF CHARGE with a valid Alumni Association of University of Michigan (AAUM) membership! For more information send us a Facebook message or email us at [email protected] or visit alumni.umich.edu.

WE ARE OFFICIALLY SOLD OUT! Every ticketed event for the UMBA 50th Anniversary Homecoming Weekend is officially SOLD OUT...
10/07/2026

WE ARE OFFICIALLY SOLD OUT!

Every ticketed event for the UMBA 50th Anniversary Homecoming Weekend is officially SOLD OUT! 💙💛
What an incredible way to celebrate 50 years of Black Excellence in Maize & Blue.

Thank you to our alumni, friends, supporters, sponsors, and UMBA family for showing up in a BIG way. The response has been amazing, and now we’re counting down the days until we come together in Ann Arbor for this historic celebration.

The excitement is building... Homecoming is almost here...
See you in Ann Arbor...
Go Blue!

🚨 TODAY IS THE DEADLINE! 🚨Want your official 2026 UMBA Homecoming Hoodie in time for Homecoming? Order TODAY! 💙💛Choose s...
10/05/2026

🚨 TODAY IS THE DEADLINE! 🚨

Want your official 2026 UMBA Homecoming Hoodie in time for Homecoming? Order TODAY! 💙💛

Choose shipping or pickup at checkout. If you select pickup, your hoodie will be available at all UMBA Homecoming events beginning October 15.

⏰ Don’t wait — orders close today!



Order Here: https://undergroundshirts.com/groups/umba-store

10/01/2026

💙💛 September was BIG for UMBA!

From alumni weekends to watch parties, breakfast gatherings, and U-M College Night at Comerica Park, our UMBA family showed up all month long!

Thank you to every leader, volunteer, alum, friend, and supporter who made September unforgettable.
Next stop: 50th Anniversary Homecoming Weekend!

GO BLUE

09/30/2026

THE OFFICIAL 2026 UMBA HOMECOMING HOODIE HAS DROPPED!

Order yours today and BE READY to represent UMBA all Homecoming weekend long!

▪︎ ORDER DEADLINE: Monday, October 5!
▪︎ Shipping and pickup options are available!
▪︎ If you choose to pick up, PAID ORDERS will be available at the Swag tables/tent at Homecoming events throughout the weekend.

Don't miss out. Order Yours Now:
https://undergroundshirts.com/groups/umba-store

15 days out and Ann Arbor is filling up.The Kensington Hotel, our host hotel: (734) 327-7300, ask for the Homecoming rat...
09/30/2026

15 days out and Ann Arbor is filling up.

The Kensington Hotel, our host hotel: (734) 327-7300, ask for the Homecoming rate, or book at https://bit.ly/4gIWDdk

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ann Arbor University South: (844) 750-7256, group code UMV.

October is a busy month in Ann Arbor and Homecoming weekend fills the city. Book now!

Make a full day on Friday, October 16.1:00 to 2:00 PM: UMBA Tour at the University of Michigan Museum of Art, 525 S. Sta...
09/28/2026

Make a full day on Friday, October 16.

1:00 to 2:00 PM: UMBA Tour at the University of Michigan Museum of Art, 525 S. State Street. A guided walk through Black Wall Street Journey: Re and De Imagining Black Progress by Rick Lowe. Free, capacity 30, arrive by 12:45 and meet our guide in the main lobby.

RSVP for the tour: https://bit.ly/4xChUfU

6:00 to 8:00 PM: 50th Anniversary Awards Reception at Venue by 4M, 1919 S. Industrial Hwy. An elegant evening honoring alumni whose leadership, service, and achievements have left a lasting mark on Michigan and beyond. $50 per person.

Registration: https://bit.ly/4cYa73F

Art in the afternoon, excellence in the evening!

We are 20 days out! Here is the whole weekend in one place.- Thursday, Oct. 15: Alumni & Student Mixer, 6:00 to 9:00 PM,...
09/25/2026

We are 20 days out! Here is the whole weekend in one place.

- Thursday, Oct. 15: Alumni & Student Mixer, 6:00 to 9:00 PM, Trotter Multicultural Center. Free, registration required.
- Friday, Oct. 16: UMBA Tour at UMMA, 1:00 to 2:00 PM. Free, capacity 30.
- Friday, Oct. 16: 50th Anniversary Awards Reception, 6:00 to 8:00 PM, Venue by 4M. $50.
- Saturday, Oct. 17: Homecoming Tailgate, 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Ann Arbor Golf & Outing Club. See website for pricing.
- Sunday, Oct. 18: Farewell Brunch, 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM, The Kensington Hotel. $55.

Book your room and get your tickets: https://bit.ly/4c7oCSx

09/24/2026

IT’S TAILGATE TIME, WOLVERINES!

UMBA is bringing the Maize & Blue energy to Ann Arbor as Michigan takes on Iowa! Join us for food, fun, fellowship and plenty of Wolverine spirit before kickoff!

📅 Saturday, September 26, 2026
📍 Ann Arbor Golf & Outing Club — near Hole #6
⏰ Tailgate: 12:30 PM | Kickoff: 3:30 PM
🎟️ Admission: $15 - https://umalumni.my.site.com/s/lt-event?id=a1QUS00000DMVSH2A5

Grab your crew, wear your Maize & Blue and come ready for an unforgettable game day!

GO BLUE! 〽️ 💙💛

Michigan vs Penn State, Homecoming, and 50 years of UMBA…All on one Saturday!The Homecoming Tailgate runs October 17th f...
09/23/2026

Michigan vs Penn State, Homecoming, and 50 years of UMBA…All on one Saturday!

The Homecoming Tailgate runs October 17th from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM at the Ann Arbor Golf & Outing Club.

Tickets: https://bit.ly/45sptte

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200 Fletcher Street
Ann Arbor, MI
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