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.

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Photo of Rose Morales '00

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
UMHB Alumni

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.”


Charter Friends, Registration

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.

Charter Friends, Registration
Charter Celebration Alumni Board

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.

Special Reunions

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
Special Reunions
UMHB Charter Celebratoin

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

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.

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Circle of Songs

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

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.

Celebration Lunch
Charter Celebration Class Reunions

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 Tours at the Musick Alumni Center and Museum at the Parker House

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.

Museum Tours at the Musick Alumni Center and Museum at the Parker House

We can't wait to see you!

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