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Homecoming

Four glass awards sit on a blue-draped table in front of a colorful stained glass window with a prominent white cross.
Homecoming Awards Chapel
Friday | October 17 | 10:00 a.m.

Every year, the University family gathers in Baker Chapel to honor alumni and friends of the University who have served ETBU in various capacities. Each year, we induct a new class of Golden Blazers, recognize the 50-year reunion class, and honor six alumni for their contributions to their alma mater or society. There is an honoree luncheon immediately following Chapel in the Great Hall of the Great Commission Center. Read more about this year's Homecoming Award recipients at www.ETBU.edu/HomecomingAwards.

Medals with blue and yellow ribbon laid out on a white table.
Homecoming Awards and Golden Lightkeeper Luncheon
Friday | October 17 | 11:30 a.m.

Honorees and their guests will gather in the Great Commission Center as we honor the class of 1975.

Tall brick building with trees behind it.
Open Houses
Friday | October 17 | 3:00 p.m.

Come see what's new with our beautiful campus!

Great Commission Center | Adjacent to Marshall Hall

Synergy Park | 100 N. Bolivar, Marshall, Texas

Volleyball player spiking the ball in Ornelas Gym wearing valor blue uniforms.
ETBU Volleyball Vs. University of Mary Hardin-Baylor
Friday | October 17 | 5:00 p.m.

Come cheer on ETBU Volleyball. Free Admission. 

ETBU Men's Soccer Vs. Hardin-Simmons University
Friday | October 17 | 5:00 p.m.

Come cheer on ETBU Men's Soccer. Free Admission. 

ETBU Jazz Band Concert
Friday | October 17 | 6:30 p.m.

Enjoy a concert presented by the ETBU Jazz Band. Admission is free.

ETBU students dancing in the production of Anastasia.
ETBU Theatre Production
Friday | October 17 | 7:30 p.m.

Join the ETBU Department of Music and Theatre Arts in the Mabee Recital Hall of Jenna Guest Music Building. Admission is $10 or free with an ETBU ID.

Purchase tickets here.

Tiger Pep Rally
Friday | October 17 | 9:00 p.m.

Join the rest of the Tiger Family for a pep rally supporting our Tigers!

Late Night Breakfast
Friday | October 17 | 9:30 p.m.

There isn't anything better than breakfast for dinner! Enjoy some pancakes while you [re]connect with fellow Tiger Alumni in Bennett Student Commons. 

Tiger Tales with Toby & Tabby the Tigers
Saturday | October 18 | 9:30 a.m.

Calling all Tiger Cubs! Join us for story time and a fun craft. Toby and Tabby the Tigers will be there and are excited to see you! 

Four people looking at a yearbook in a room with portraits in gold frames on the wall.
Decade Reunion Brunches
Saturday | October 18 | 10:00 a.m.

Whether you graduated 50 years ago or 10 years ago, we would love to welcome you back to the Hill. Enjoy a complimentary brunch with your fellow Tiger Alumni.


1960’s | Honor Class of 1965 
1970’s | Honor Class of 1975 
1980’s | Honor Class of 1985 
1990’s | Honor Class of 1995 
2000’s | Honor Class of 2005
2010’s | Honor Class of 2015

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Tiger Family Carnival and Tailgate
Saturday | October 18 | 10:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Join us in The Grove for a free and fun time for the whole family. There will be bounce houses, games, and a free lunch. Enjoy spending time with friends before finding your seats at Ornelas Stadium to cheer on the Tigers. 

Football players jumping in the air wearing gold uniforms.
Tiger Football
Saturday | October 18 | 1:00 p.m.

After you enjoy lunch at The Grove, cheer on the Tiger Football team as they take on Hardin-Simmons University at Ornelas Stadium. Additional homecoming awards will be presented at halftime.

Purchase tickets here.

ETBU students dancing in the production of Anastasia.
ETBU Theatre Production
Saturday | October 19 | 7:30 p.m.

Join the ETBU Department of Music and Theatre Arts in the Mabee Recital Hall of Jenna Guest Music Building. Admission is $10 or free with an ETBU ID.

Purchase tickets here.

ETBU Women's Soccer Vs. Hardin-Simmons University
Saturday | October 18 | 7:30 p.m.

Come cheer on ETBU Women's Soccer. Free Admission. 

Homecoming 2025
Friday, October 17, 2025
10:00am
Homecoming Chapel | Golden Blazer & Golden Lightkeeper Ceremony

Baker Chapel, Rogers Spiritual Life Center

11:30am
Homecoming Awards & Golden Lightkeepers Luncheon honoring the Class of 1975

The Great Hall, Great Commission Center

3:00pm
Open Houses

Great Commission Center | Adjacent to Marshall Hall

Synergy Park | 100 N. Bolivar, Marshall, Texas

6:30pm
ETBU Jazz Band presented by the School of Communication and Performing Arts
7:30pm
Theatre Production | Presented by the ETBU Department of Music & Theatre Arts

The Mabee Recital Hall, Jenna Guest Music Building

9:00pm
Tiger Pep Rally
9:30pm
Late Night Breakfast

Bennett Student Commons - Free to Homecoming Registrants

Saturday, October 18, 2025
9:30am
Tiger Tales: Story Time with Toby & Tabby
10:00am
Decade Reunions

1960s Decade Reunion: 1965 Honor Class
1970s Decade Reunion: 1975 Honor Class
1980s Decade Reunion: 1985 Honor Class
1990s Decade Reunion: 1995 Honor Class
2000s Decade Reunion: 2005 Honor Class
2010s Decade Reunion: 2015 Honor Class 

10:30am
Tiger Family Carnival & Tailgating

10:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Free Cookout at The Grove for all Homecoming Registrants

10:30am
Tiger Walk

The Grove
Cheer the ETBU Tiger Football Team to Victory!

1:00pm
ETBU Football vs. Hardin-Simmons University

Ornelas Stadium

To purchase tickets to the football game, visit goetbutigers.com/tickets.

7:30pm
Theatre Production | Presented by the ETBU Theatre Department

The Mabee Recital Hall, Jenna Guest Music Building

Contact Information

Name/Title Division Phone
Dr. Scott Bryant
Vice President for Executive Affairs
903.923.2069 Send Message View Bio
Cari D. Johnson
Director, Alumni Relations
Intercessory Prayer Ministry Coordinator
903.923.2043 Send Message View Bio