Ashland University Alumni Association

09/05/2026

The Zoo after dark is a whole different kind of wild! 🏮✨

As the animals settle in for the night, the Columbus Zoo Lantern Festival comes to life with spectacular glowing lanterns—and Ashland University alumni can save on tickets! 💜💛

✨ Discount tickets available through October 25
🌙 Thursday–Sunday evenings
⏰ 7:30–10:30 p.m.

Make plans for a night of lights, family and fun! 🦅✨

Lantern Festival tickets do not include daytime Zoo admission

Tickets available for purchase through the link: https://www.ashland.edu/summer-alumni-events

09/04/2026

Fall is calling—and it’s the perfect time to visit the Columbus Zoo & Aquarium! 🍂🦁

Ashland University alumni can take advantage of discounted Columbus Zoo tickets this fall, with two package options to choose from:

🍎 Apple C***r Package — includes admission + single serve apple c***r
🥤 Refillable Beverage Package — includes admission + a refillable souvenir cup

Both packages also have the option to purchase half-priced parking!

Gather your family and friends and enjoy a fall day at the zoo. 💜💛

Offer is valid September 1, 2026, through November 18, 2026. Purchase tickets through the link: https://www.ashland.edu/summer-alumni-events

09/04/2026

09/03/2026

09/03/2026

It’s the first week of classes at AU, which has us feeling nostalgic for the excitement—and maybe a little bit of nervousness—of starting college. 🦅📓

We’re throwing it back to 1987 and a group of freshmen experiencing those very same first-week feelings at Ashland.

Do you remember your first days at AU? Share your memories in the comments. 💜💛

09/03/2026

We’re kicking off the season, Eagle Nation! 🦅💜💛
Join us for our Season Kickoff events and help us start another exciting year of AU Athletics. We’ll see you there!

09/03/2026

One month. That’s it! 🎉

Homecoming 2026 is officially 30 days away! 🗓️🦅

On October 3, we’ll welcome Eagles back to campus for a day filled with tradition, memories, friends and plenty of purple and gold spirit.

Whether you’re a current Eagle, a longtime alum or somewhere in between, Homecoming is your invitation to come home. 💜💛

09/02/2026

Where’s Tuffy Wednesday? 📍🦅

Tuffy is back on the hunt for a new place to perch! 👀 This week, he found himself outside one of the familiar spots on campus that has been getting a fresh new look.

Think you know where he is? Take a close look at your surroundings and drop your guess in the comments! 💜💛

09/01/2026

Have you read a book written by a fellow Eagle? 🦅📚

We're looking to build an Ashland alumni reading list! Tell us about a book written by an Ashland University alum that you've read and would recommend to fellow Eagles.

Drop the title and author in the comments! And if you're an AU alum who has written a book, tell us about yours, too! 💜💛

08/28/2026

Football alumni, this one’s for you! Join us for the Gary Keller Football Alumni Tailgate on September 12 before the Eagles take on Grand Valley State.

📅 September 12
⏰ 4:30 p.m.
📍 Lot E in front of Amstutz Hall
🏈 Kickoff vs. Grand Valley State: 7 p.m.

Come early, catch up with old teammates and get ready to cheer the Eagles to victory!