Homecoming 2019

Campus Store Open

Stop by the Campus Store in Bawcom Student Union and see all of the new Cru gear they have to offer. Make sure to use your Alumni Benefits Card to receive a discount.

Bawcom Student Union

History of UMHB

Visit our campus museum and learn about the history and heritage of UMHB while celebrating our great traditions. See and explore our updated exhibits and technology, including an exhibit featuring 80 years of the Easter Pageant.

Musick Alumni Center and Museum at the Parker House

Four Texas Women Printmakers

Explore the Baugh Center for Visual Arts and see the amazing works of four talented printmakers, and how their time in Texas has impacted their art. (Read More)

Baugh Center for Visual Arts

When I Was Here Lunch

Alumni are invited to join Student Life for a lunch focused on sharing your UMHB experience with current students. This will be a great time to share stories, memories, and what life was like when you were here. Tickets are needed for this event.

McLane Great Hall, Bawcom Student Union

College of Education Alumni Reunion & Professional Development

Join us for an exciting afternoon of professional development and earn up to three hours of CPE. Topics will cover the future direction of the College of Education, New Technology, programs, and changes in state testing. We will also hear from the following alumni: Dr. Bobbie Reeders ’95, ’11, Dr. Brian Guenther ’99, ’16, and Shelby Russell ’19. We look forward to connecting with you and celebrating all the success of the College of Education, and will have current and former faculty present for you to see.

Lord Conference Center, Parker Academic Center

Rediscover Campus Tour

Here is your chance to rediscover campus with our Admissions staff. Take a new student tour of campus and see academic buildings, visit dorm rooms in McLane, Gettys, Burt, or Remschel, and check out the Crusader Stadium press. The walking tour starts at 3pm and will last about 1 hour.

starting in Bawcom Student Union Lobby

Registration

Stop by the registration tables to pick up all of your information and tickets for the weekend. Alumni who register by October 7 will receive a FREE Homecoming shirt.

Musick Alumni Center and Museum at the Parker House

Carnival on King Street

Join us for a FREE and fun time with the whole family on King Street. There will be inflatables, a rock-climbing race, and a Ninja Wall.

The Young Alumni Board has partnered with Smallcakes Cupcakery & Creamery, to host a fundraiser for the Young Alumni Board Missions Fund, which helps UMHB students go on mission trips during their college years. Come and enjoy an amazing cupcake while helping us send students around the world.

King Street

Dinner

Come experience UMHB dining from a student’s perspective. Enjoy our Residential Dining at a discounted rate with your Alumni Benefits Card. Chick-fil-a and the Moe’s Southwest Grill will have specials for you to enjoy as well. Eat inside Bawcom Student Union or eat outside on King Street and enjoy the Homecoming festivities. Residential Dining tickets can be purchased in advance.

Bawcom Student Union

Military Family Reunion

Kori Yates' 94 and Jason Palmer, UMHB's new Dean of Spiritual Life and University Chaplain, will host this special event for alumni and current students to connect, share resources, and support one another.

McLane Great Hall, Bawcom Student Union

Women’s Volleyball

Come and cheer on our Crusader Volleyball team as they take on Hardin-Simmons University.

Mayborn Campus Center Arena

Stunt Night

Classes will compete against each other in the long-standing tradition of Stunt Night. This year's theme is A Glitch in Time, and will have you laughing in your seat. Alumni can receive a FREE TICKET, but you must register online.

W.W. Walton Chapel

Homecoming Pep Rally

Join us for our annual Homecoming Pep Rally featuring the Blackshirt Cru Spirit Band, Sader Belles, and Cru Cheer. Enjoy the phenomenal lighting of the letters and fireworks.

Luther Memorial

Late Night featuring Night Traveler

Stop by after the Pep Rally and enjoy the amazing sounds of Night Traveler as they end our night in style. Enjoy a variety of sweet treats and savory bites while connecting with friends.

Musick Alumni Center & Museum at the Parker House

Hardy Hall Open House

Come tour the classroom and lab space for the new Occupational Therapy program and enjoy Hardy Depot and Moe’s Southwest Grill, where you can sample some fun treats. Enjoy donuts and coffee with Dr. Colin Wilborn, Executive Dean of Mayborn College of Heath Sciences.

Hardy Hall Lobby

Campus Store Open & Starbucks Open

Bawcom Student Union

Class of 2009 Reunion and 10-Year Tour

Graduates of the Class of 2009 are invited to the McLane Great Hall to join us for a special 10-year reunion with Shipley Donuts, Coffee, and a special tour of campus highlighting the last 10 years.

Bawcom Student Union

Registration

Pick up your information and tickets for the weekend. Registration will close at kickoff, so make sure you pick up your tickets.

Musick Alumni Center and Museum at the Parker House

History of UMHB

Visit our campus museum and learn about the history and heritage of UMHB while celebrating our great traditions. See and explore our updated exhibits and technology, including an exhibit featuring 80 years of the Easter Pageant.

Musick Alumni Center and Museum at the Parker House

Chick-fil-a Open

Bawcom Student Union

Alumni Tailgate

Join us for a barbecue tailgate catered by Miller’s Smokehouse, and get ready for the big game against Hardin-Simmons. This is a ticketed event requiring registration. Reserved areas will be marked for groups having reunions: Class of 1994, Class of 2009, and Crusader Baseball.

Musick Alumni Center and Museum at the Parker House

Cru Kids Day

Spend time on the field with Crunk, Sader Belles, Cru Cheer, and members of the UMHB Football team. This event is for registered Cru Kids only. To register your child for Cru Kids visit alumni.umhb.edu/crukids.

Crusader Stadium

Game Day Scoop

Bring the family and join us for Game Day Scoop. This year’s flavors include: Crunilla, Sader Gold, Dark Chocolate, and Big Red Float.

Musick Alumni Center and Museum at the Parker House

CRUise

Be part of our great pregame tradition of welcoming the team to Crusader Stadium, and getting everyone unified and ready for the game.

Bawcom Student Union

Football Game

Come cheer on the Cru as they take on the Cowboys in an exciting Homecoming matchup, featuring a special alumni awards presentation at halftime.

Crusader Stadium, UMHB vs. Hardin-Simmons University

Women’s Volleyball

Come and cheer on our Crusader Volleyball team as they take on McMurry University.

Mayborn Campus Center

Men’s Baseball Scrimmage

Come and cheer on our Crusader Baseball team as they take on Temple College. Meet our new head coach, Mike Stawski and get autographs from our players

Red Murff Baseball Field, SportsPlex