News - 2025

East Texas Baptist University hosted the 69th annual Miss ETBU Pageant on Saturday, September 27, in Baker Chapel at the Rogers Spiritual Life Center. Mackenzie Lawrence, a senior nursing major, was crowned 2025 Miss ETBU. One of the University’s oldest and most cherished traditions, the Miss ETBU Pageant highlights students who exemplify Christian character, poise, and scholarship. The winner serves as an ambassador for ETBU, representing the University both on campus and in the community.

East Texas Baptist University honored students from the Teague School of Nursing with the Polly Cargill Nursing Scholarship, generously provided by the Jerry and Jack Cargill family in partnership with ETBU. A total of 27 local students were recognized during a special reception held on September 24 at the Marshall Grand, with 21 recipients representing ETBU’s nursing program.

Douglas Sweeney, dean of Beeson Divinity School of Samford University and author of The American Evangelical Story and numerous works on revivalist Jonathan Edwards, will be the keynote speaker at B. H. Carroll Theological Seminary’s Frank and Pauline Patterson Fall Lecture Series, Nov. 17-18, 2025, in Arlington.

East Texas Baptist University welcomed students, families, and loved ones for Family Weekend on Friday, September 12, through Sunday, September 14. Families were able to enjoy a variety of events that showcased life on the Hill.

East Texas Baptist University hosted its 15th annual Great East Texas Hymn Sing on Friday, September 12, at Baker Chapel in the Rogers Spiritual Life Center. Hundreds of participants, including students, faculty, staff, alumni, community members, and churches from across East Texas and neighboring states, joined for an afternoon of worship, fellowship, and a shared celebration of Christian faith. This year’s Hymn Sing coincided with Family Weekend on the Hill, presenting a special opportunity for Tiger families to join in the tradition with students.