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Homecoming 2023
Homecoming is a great time for alumni to return to the campus they once called home, reconnect with former classmates and revisit traditions you know and love. It's a special time at a special place.
For 2023, we're excited to offer an in-person format for Homecoming on the Plainview campus as well as some virtual offerings for those who cannot make the trip to reminisce in person. This includes both some livestream opportunities and some on-demand events.
Plan to join us here on campus, then reach out to your classmates and invite them to join you for a great weekend of reminiscing and reconnecting! There is no place like home!
Homecoming Royalty Information
Schedule of Events
Wednesday, Feb. 15
7 p.m. CST: Military Alumni Reunion
Join us via Zoom for a time to connect with others who have served or are currently serving our country from the Wayland Alumni Family.
Thursday, Feb. 16
10 a.m. - 4 p.m.: Jimmy Dean Museum & Museum of the Llano Estacado open
10 a.m.-5 p.m.: Abraham Art Gallery open (Mabee LRC atrium level)
The Abraham Art Gallery Exhibit will be open for visitors, featuring an exhibit of book illustrations by R. Gregory Christie on display through May.
6 p.m.: Flying Queens® Basketball vs. USAO
Watch Wayland's Flying Queens® take on University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma, live in Hutcherson Center. Available to livestream remotely.
8 p.m.: Pioneer Basketball vs. USAO
Watch Wayland's Pioneers take on University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma, live in Hutcherson Center. Available to livestream remotely.
Friday, Feb. 17
9 -10:45 a.m.: Registration and Coffee (Harral north foyer)
10 a.m.-4 p.m.: Jimmy Dean Museum & Museum of the Llano Estacado open
Both museums will be open for local visitors with standing exhibits and special features.
10 a.m.-4 p.m.: Abraham Art Gallery open (Mabee LRC atrium level)
The Abraham Art Gallery Exhibit will be open for visitors, featuring an exhibit of book illustrations by R. Gregory Christie on display through May.
11 a.m.: Homecoming Chapel (Harral Auditorium)
Join us for a special homecoming chapel with a panel discussion featuring some of our alumni. We'll also recognize our honor class alumni and introduce our homecoming queen and king candidates. Livestream available.
Noon: Legacy League Luncheon (UC 211, free for Class of 1973 or prior, $10 for guests)
This special luncheon recognizes the 50-year honor class and any graduates prior to 1973 as well as our Distinguished Alumni honorees. It is open to any homecoming guests with an advance RSVP.
1:30-5 p.m.: Homecoming Headquarters open (Gates Hall)
Registration continues, campus tours depart from here at 2:30 and 3:30. Find information on all things Homecoming here!
3 p.m.: Honor Class Reunions (Locations below)
Honor classes will gather at various locations across campus for a time of reminiscing and catching up. Zoom connections will be available for guests to join remotely.
- Class of 1963 - President's House B&B, 1307 W 6th
- Class of 1973 - Ambassadors: TBA. Location: President's House B&B, 1307 W 6th
- Class of 1983 - Ambassadors: TBA. Location: Trinity Fellowship Hall (810 Utica)
- Class of 1993 - Ambassadors: TBA. Location: Brown Conference Center (8th at Raleigh)
- Class of 2003 - Ambassadors: TBA. Location: Trinity Fellowship Hall (810 Utica)
- Class of 2013 - Ambassadors: TBA. Location: Trinity Fellowship Hall (810 Utica)
6 p.m.: Blue & Gold Awards Banquet (UC 211, $15)
Join us as we honor this year's Distinguished Alumni, Distinguished Alumni Benefactor, Distinguished Young Alumnus, Alumnus of the Year & our Pioneers of Promise student honorees. We'll also enjoy a tasty meal together.
Winners TBA. To nominate someone for an honor, visit our website here.
8 p.m.: School of Creative Arts Showcase (Harral Auditorium, free)
Our talented students and faculty from music and fine arts will show off their talents in this fun new event. Livestream available.
Saturday, Feb. 18
10 a.m.-4 p.m.: Jimmy Dean Museum & Museum of the Llano Estacado open
Both museums will be open for local visitors with standing exhibits and special features.
10 a.m.: WBU Choirs Mini-Concert and Reunion (Miller Recital Hall)
Join hosts Dr. Ann Stutes, dean of the School of Creative Arts, and Dr. Sarah Herrington, International Choir director, for a time of fellowship and reminiscing and hear our current choirs perform.
10:30 a.m.: Grand Opening Celebration for Flying Queens Museum (Museum Complex)
Join former Flying Queens and the Flying Queens Foundation for an unveiling of the new museum and experience it for yourself.
11 a.m.: Young Alumni Coffee & Conversation (Broadway Brew)
Meet Alumni Board members for coffee and free pastries at the Broadway Brew and network with other young alumni.
1 -2 p.m.: School of Christian Studies Alumni Mixer (Flores Bible Building)
Catch up with professors and former faculty as well as fellow SCS alumni at this informal mixer in the Flores Building.
2-5 p.m.: Abraham Art Gallery open (Mabee LRC atrium level)
The Abraham Art Gallery Exhibit will be open for visitors, featuring an exhibit of book illustrations by R. Gregory Christie on display through May.
2 p.m.: Flying Queens® Basketball vs. Texas Wesleyan
Watch Wayland's Flying Queens® take on Texas Wesleyan, live in Hutcherson Center. Available to livestream remotely. Sponsored by Plainview Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
4 p.m.: Pioneer Basketball vs. Texas Wesleyan
Watch Wayland's Pioneers vs. Texas Wesleyan, live in Hutcherson Center. Presentation of Homecoming King and Queen winners during halftime. Available to livestream remotely. Sponsored by Plainview Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
8 p.m.: SAC Hosts "Wayland's Got Talent" Show (Pete's Place, free)
Cheer on Wayland students as they compete for scholarship dollars by sharing their special talents. Enjoy treats and Starbucks drinks in Pete's Place, free to the first 50 guests. Hosted by Student Alumni Council, the event includes a People's Choice vote by audience members.
Students, register to participate in the talent show using this form.
Homecoming@Home
Live far from Plainview but want to participate from home? We will mail a "Homecoming-in-a-Box" for $5 for registered alumni who indicate this option, then send the links to watch selected activities remotely. Boxes will include WBU swag and other items to help you celebrate homecoming with your family in your own home. Limited to the first 150 remote registrations received by Feb. 9.
Lodging Information
Following are lodging options in Plainview and special deals, if any, that are offered:
- Comfort Suites - 3615 Grandview Drive, (806) 293-7700, 10% off regular rates with WBU event mention
- Holiday Inn Express - 4213 W. 13 th, (806) 296-9900, 15% off regular rates with WBU event mention
- President's House Bed & Breakfast, 1307 W. 6th St., 806-869-0885, discount for WBU event guests
- Quality Inn - 600 N I-27, (806) 293-9454, $74/night, mention WBU event
- Super 8 - 4005 Olton Road, (806) 293-4181
- The Hitching Post RV Park & Cabins - 4018 N. I-27, (806) 789-3066, $40 nightly for RV site, cabins vary
Registration Details
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Registration and payment needed can be completed through an online form here. Homecoming boxes are $5 and can be reserved through this same form.
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Register by Jan. 18, 2023, to receive a FREE homecoming t-shirt for alumni. Registrations are welcome after Jan. 18 but a $10 homecoming t-shirt may not be guaranteed.
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Registration in advance is important so the Alumni Office can plan for meals and get connections to those joining us remotely via Zoom.
Who is participating?
