Charter Celebration

Friday Early Registration & Events

Friday, April 11, 2025

LUNCH BUNCH - 11:30 a.m.

Bawcom Student Union

Join us in Resident Dining for our monthly Lunch Bunch meet-up. Alumni can receive a discounted meal using their alumni benefits card.

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. Then, explore the museum on a self-guided tour to immerse yourself in our story. Early registration will close at 5:00 p.m.

DINNER IN BAWCOM - 5:00 p.m.

Bawcom Student Union

Join us to eat like our current students do in resident dining. Guests have several options, and they can end the meal with some Blue Bell ice cream! Alumni can receive a discounted rate with their alumni benefits card, which will be available for pick up at registration.

THE LITTLE PRINCE - 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 The Little Prince, a magical opera based on Antoine de Saint-Exupery’s beloved children’s book. This magical production invites audiences to experience an unforgettable journey of friendship, love, and imagination.

Tickets are required for this event. $15 Adults/ $10 Children (12 and under) and Seniors (65+).

Coffee with the Cru

Saturday, April 12, 2025 • 9:00 a.m.

Bawcom Student Union - 2nd Floor

Enjoy fresh coffee from Sly Fox, a local alumni-owned coffee shop, and pastries while connecting with friends and making some new ones. Be sure to say hi to our Alumni Board members, faculty, and staff. Fundraising staff will be available to answer any questions you may have about your scholarships or learn about the latest things happening at UMHB. Refreshments will be served until 11:00 a.m.

Our Story Keeps Getting Better

Saturday, April 12, 2025 • 9:30 am

Bawcom Student Union - 2nd Floor

For more than 180 years, our story has been defined by remarkable individuals, historic events, and cherished traditions within our alma mater. Our story keeps getting better, and we invite you to discover our rich collection of photos and memories and to contribute your own! Don’t miss the chance to have your photo taken by our photographers; your images will be added to the wall throughout the day. This space will remain open all day for everyone to enjoy and reflect on the enduring legacy of our university.

Celebration Lunch

Saturday, April 12, 2025 • 12:00 p.m.

Bawcom Student Union - McLane Great Hall, 3rd Floor

Our Celebration Lunch is the highlight of Charter Celebration Weekend. We will enjoy a fantastic catered meal. Lunch will be followed by a special message focusing on our story and how Charter Day has impacted Mary Hardin-Baylor and her graduates. We will end the time by welcoming the Class of 1975 as the newest members of the Heritage Club. Graduates from the Class of 1975 will be our special guests, and tickets for the meal will be $20 per person. Reserved tables will be available for reunion classes.

Bluebonnet Hour

Saturday, April 12, 2025 • 1:30 p.m.

2^nd Floor Lobby, Bawcom Student Union

Spend time going through old yearbooks with friends and family. Find some pictures and relive memories.

Class of 1973 Scholarship Dedication

Saturday, April 12 | 11:00 a.m.

2^nd Floor Lobby, Bawcom Student Union

Help us celebrate the Class of 1973 and the dedication of the Class of 1973 Presidential Endowed Scholarship that was created by this class to help the next generations of UMHB students.