Charter Celebration
April 20, 2024 | Belton, Texas
On February 1, 1845, a charter started a small Baptist institution in Independence, Texas. Today, we celebrate the rich Heritage and Tradition
of the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor. We invite you to join us for Charter Celebration on Saturday, April 20, 2024. We will reflect on our past and celebrate the significant relationships formed during our days at Mary Hardin-Baylor.
We will celebrate the 50-year reunion of the Class of 1974 and reunions for Historical Phila, Royal Academia, and Campus Boys. If you would like to reserve a room for a reunion, don't hesitate to get in touch with the Alumni Engagement office at 254-295-4599.
Our Celebration Lunch will feature a special message and the recognition and induction of the Class of 1974 into the Heritage Club. The cost of the lunch will be $20 per person and is free for our friends in the Class of 1974.
Rose Morales '00
Alumni Board President
We are thrilled to welcome you back to campus for Charter Celebration! We are looking forward to connecting with you and having a lot of fun.
Rose Morales '00
Alumni Board President
Friday Early Registration & Events
Friday, April 19, 2024 • 1:00 p.m.
EARLY REGISTRATION & MUSEUM TOURS 1:00 p.m.
Musick Alumni Center and Museum at the Parker House
Check in to receive your name badge and information for the weekend. Explore the museum on a self-guided tour and learn about the great heritage and tradition of Mary Hardin-Baylor. Early registration will remain open until 4:00 p.m.
THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME - 7:00 p.m.
Baugh Performance Hall, Sue & Frank Mayborn Performing Arts Center
Enjoy an evening of music and enchantment as the College of Visual and Performing Arts performs a new musical based on the Victor Hugo novel and songs from the Disney film. Tickets are required for this event.
MIDNIGHT MARCH & ROBING CEREMONY - 11:59 p.m.
UMHB Quad & Sesquicentennial Plaza
Witness the longstanding UMHB traditions: Robing, where the senior class passes on leadership and responsibility while robing the junior class, and Midnight March, where seniors light candles to honor individuals who have positively impacted their college experience while singing the senior song, “Up with the Purple.”
Registration & Check In
Saturday, April 20, 2024 • 9:00 a.m.
Bawcom Student Union - 1st Floor
Check in to receive your name badge and information for the day. We will have a special gift for each of our Heritage Club members. Registration will remain open until 12:00 p.m.
Bagels with the Board
Saturday, April 20, 2024 • 9:00 a.m.
Bawcom Student Union - 2nd Floor
Join our Alumni Board for refreshments and conversations around our bagel bar.
Class Reunions
Saturday, April 20, 2024 • 9:30 am
Bawcom Student Union
We look forward to celebrating class reunions for the following groups. If you were a member of one of these classes, we invite you to join us.
- Class of 1974- Conference Room 1, 2nd Floor, Hosted by Dannie Hefner & Sharon Pavoggi Wall
- Class of 1964 - Conference Room 2, 2nd Floor, Hosted by Velva Schrader Riddle
- Class of 1954 - Student Activities Conference Room, 2nd Floor, Hosted by Nelda East Sanders
Crusader Connection
Saturday, April 20, 2024 • 9:30 am
Bawcom Student Union - 2nd Floor
We have several options for you to connect with friends and remember your days at Mary Hardin-Baylor. Take a picture at our photo wall and share a video of what it means to celebrate your reunion. Check out some photos from the 1970s and leave a message on our “memory phone.” Enjoy time around one of our tables and reflect on the historic items and memories. This space will remain open all day.
Fundraising Now
Saturday, April 20, 2024 • 11:00 am
Fowler Board Room, Bawcom Student Union - 3rd Floor
Meet our fundraising team to learn about some of the new projects happening on campus, estate planning, scholarships, and how you can be a part of the future of UMHB.
Circle of Songs
Saturday, April 20, 2024 • 11:30 a.m.
Bawcom Student Union - 2nd Floor
Continue the great tradition of the Circle of Songs. Songs like Old Baylor, Slinga da Ink, and more. Following Circle of Songs, we will head to the McLane Great Hall for our Celebration Lunch.
Celebration Lunch
Saturday, April 20, 2024 • 12:00 p.m.
Bawcom Student Union - McLane Great Hall, 3rd Floor
Join friends for a great lunch as we welcome the newest Heritage Club members, the Class of 1974. One Voice will join us for special music, and we will also hear from a special guest. Business professional attire, please.
Special Reunions
Saturday, April 20, 2024 • 1:30 p.m.
Bawcom Student Union - 2nd Floor
Meet with your classmates to share memories and reflect on your days at Mary Hardin-Baylor.
- Historical Phila - Conference Room 1
- Royal Academia - Conference Room 2
- Campus Boys - Student Life Conference Room
Museum Tour & Campus Tour
Saturday, April 20, 2024 • 2:00 p.m.
Musick Alumni Center and Museum at the Parker House
Come and learn about the great heritage and tradition of Mary Hardin-Baylor and get a little glimpse of everything that has made UMHB what it is today. Check out the new Townsend Exhibit and learn new facts about the Cottage Homes. See our Betty Sue Beebe Rotating Exhibit, featuring a new display, Crusader Vintage. Find familiar logos, designs, and fashions in t-shirts from our past.
CAMPUS TOUR
Bawcom Student Union
See how the campus has evolved with a golf-cart guided tour that will take you to some of your favorite locations while showing you the growth of this university. Tours will leave at 2:00 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. from the front entrance of the Bawcom Student Union.
We can't wait to see you!
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