Homecoming 2025

 

337272094_236987728717504_7023059697410569512_n.jpgHomecoming is more than just a date on the calendar—it's an invitation to return to the campus that was once your home, to reconnect with the friends who shaped your journey, and to relive the traditions that made your time at Wayland Baptist University unforgettable. It's a special time at a truly special place.

As we look ahead to 2025, we're thrilled to announce that Homecoming will feature both in-person celebrations on our beloved Plainview campus and a variety of virtual experiences for those who can't make the trip. Whether you’re joining us in person or tuning in from afar, you’ll have the chance to participate in live-streamed events, as well as enjoy on-demand content designed to bring the Wayland spirit to you, wherever you are.

So, mark your calendar, reach out to your fellow alumni, and make plans to join us for a weekend full of memories, laughter, and reconnections. There really is no place like home, and we can't wait to welcome you back!

 

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Schedule of Events

 

Wednesday, Feb. 5 

5 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.

Registration Link: WBU Alumni Homecoming 2025

 

Thursday, Feb. 6

10 a.m. - 4 p.m.: Mabee Regional Heritage Center Open (Flying Queens, Jimmy Dean, and Llano Estacado Museums)

10 a.m.-5 p.m.:  The Malouf Abraham Family Art Gallery Open

TBD: Flying Queens® Basketball vs. Southwestern Christian University (Eagles)

Watch Wayland's Flying Queens® take on Southwestern University, live in Hutcherson Center. Available to livestream remotely.

360 Photo Booth and Stand Still Digital Photo Booth will be available (6pm-10pm)

University Center Bookstore will have a pop-up shop in the foyer of "The Hutch" to purchase WBU gear! 

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8 p.m.:  Pioneer Basketball vs. Texas Wesleyan University (Rams)

Watch Wayland's Pioneers take on Texas Wesleyan University, live in Hutcherson Center. Available to livestream remotely.

360 Photo Booth and Stand Still Digital Photo Booth will be available (6pm-10pm)

University Center Bookstore will have a pop-up shop in the foyer of "The Hutch", to purchase WBU gear! 

10 p.m. (or immediately after the Pioneers Game): Free Late Night Breakfast

This is for current students only. Come and fellowship while having a late-night meal! Don't miss out!

 

Friday, Feb. 7

9:00 a.m. -10:45 a.m.: Registration and Coffee (Harral Auditorium-North foyer)


10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.: Mabee Regional Heritage Center Open (Flying Queens, Jimmy Dean, and Llano Estacado Museums)

10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.: The Malouf Abraham Family Art Gallery open 

11 a.m.:  Homecoming Chapel (Harral Auditorium)

Join us for a special homecoming chapel. Additionally, our honor class alumni will be recognized and homecoming queen and king candidates will be introduced.

Livestream: https://www.wbu.edu/about/spiritual-life/chapel/index.htm

Tune into 91.5 FM (Plainview and local area) 

Guest Speaker/Worship Leader: Jon Mark Hester (BA-Spanish; 2001)

 

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Noon:  Legacy League Luncheon (UC 211, free for Class of 1975 or prior)

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 using the registration form below. 

Menu: TBD

1:00 p.m.:  Pioneer Baseball vs. Tabor College Blue Jays (Kansas)

Watch our Pioneer Baseball team take on Tabor College, live at Wilder Field. 

FREE hot dogs, etc. served at Noon while they last.-Sponsored by WBU BSM. 

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!

2:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.: Honor Class Reunions (BSM Fellowship Room-Trinity Building)

Honor classes will gather for a time of reminiscing and catching up with some refreshments. Honor classes include 1965, 1975, 1985, 1995, 2005 and 2015.

 

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6:00 p.m.:  Blue & Gold Awards Banquet (Trinity Building Chapel)

Join us as we honor this year's Distinguished Alumni, Distinguished Alumni Benefactor, Distinguished Young Alumnus, Alumnus of the Year and our Pioneers of Promise student honorees. 

 

Distinguished Alumni Award Recipients: 

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Distinguished Alumni Benefactor Award Recipients: 

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Distinguished Young Alumnus Award Recipient: 

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Joe & Freda Provence Distinguished Lifetime Service Award Recipients: 

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Saturday, Feb. 8

10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.:  Mabee Regional Heritage Center Open (Flying Queens, Jimmy Dean, and Llano Estacado Museums)

 

10:00 a.m.: Alumni Coffee Mixer (Broadway Brew)

Meet our Director, Jeffrey Vera, and members of our Executive Alumni Board, for free coffee and pastries, and network with other alumni.

12:00 p.m.: Pioneer Baseball vs. Tabor College Blue Jays (Kansas)

Watch our Pioneer Baseball Team take on Tabor College, live at Wilder Field.

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 2:00-5:00 p.m.:  The Malouf Abraham Family Art Gallery open

TBD:  Flying Queens® Basketball vs. Oklahoma City University (Stars)

Watch Wayland's Flying Queens® take on USO, live in Hutcherson Center. 

Available to livestream remotely. 

University Center Bookstore will have a pop-up shop in the foyer of "The Hutch" to purchase WBU gear! 

4 p.m.:  Pioneer Basketball vs. University of Science and Arts Drovers (Oklahoma)

Watch Wayland's Pioneers vs. USAO, live in Hutcherson Center. Presentation of Homecoming King and Queen winners during halftime.   Available to livestream remotely. 

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University Center Bookstore will have a pop-up shop in the foyer of "The Hutch", to purchase WBU gear! 

Lodging Information

Following are lodging options in Plainview and special deals, if any, that are offered (Feb 7-10):

  • Comfort Suites - 3615 Grandview Drive,  (806) 600-5188
    • King Single Bed ($139/Night; 10% Off when you mention "WBU Alumni")
  • Holiday Inn Express - 4213 W. 13 th(806) 296-9900
  • President's House Bed & Breakfast, 1307 W. 6th St., 806-869-0885
  • Quality Inn - 600 N I-27,  (806) 293-9454
  • 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
  • Reddy Hotel-3001 Dimmitt Rd.,806-288-8888