Howard Payne University

Join us on Thursday, October 29 for a concert by Teresa Walters for her Musical Faith Journey Tour. Read more here:

Save the date for GivingTuesday! Visit our giving page to learn more or reserve your gift today:

HPU's Spanish minor provides students with language skills and cultural understanding that equips them to better serve their communities. Read more about the benefits of the minor here:

You're invited! Join us on Nov. 3 to hear Dr. Doug Weaver, Ph.D share insights on the preaching of Rev. John Claypool. More about the event is available here:

Father, you have given us everything we need for abundant life. We proclaim you as Lord over our time, relationships, resources, and abilities. Help us faithfully offer all that we have back to you to be used for your glory.

“Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms.” 1 Peter 4:10

HPU recently celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month with a series of events recognizing Hispanic heritage, language and community. Read more about the celebrations here:

Enjoy your time off, Yellow Jackets!🍂

HPU dedicated its Center for Student Success in memory of Bo Rozell during a special ceremony on Oct. 13. Read more about Bo and the Center here:

Jesus, we fix our eyes on you, the pioneer and perfecter of our faith. We desire to honor you in all that we say and do. Let us not waste the talents an opportunities you have given us. Help us strive for excellence and run well the race laid out for us.

“Do you not know that in a race all the runners run, but only one gets the prize? Run in such a way as to get the prize.” 1 Corinthians 9:24

Highlights from Hispanic Heritage Month!

HPU's Student Speaker Bureau hosted nearly 40 students and teachers from six area high schools at their annual UIL Congressional Debate Workshop. Read more here:

HPU student Bethany Blair, a junior biomedical science major from Zephyr, is taking the next step toward her goal of medical school through her participation in the Joint Admission Medical Program. Read more about her experience here:

HPU enjoyed welcoming alumni and other guests to campus for its 2026 Homecoming celebration! Read more about the weekend festivities here:

Jesus, you love us so much that you gave your life to save ours. Teach us how to love sacrificially like you did. Conquer our selfishness and pride. Show us opportunities every day to love and serve others.

“Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves, not looking to your own interests but each of you to the interests of others. In your relationships with one another, have the same mindset as Christ Jesus.” Philippians 2:3-5

We had a great start to Homecoming weekend yesterday! More pictures to come! #hpuhomecoming #stingem

Due to rain, there will not be a parade this morning. You can still check out the Homecoming Floats at Gordon Wood Stadium before the football game!

We enjoyed hosting our annual Community Leadership Lunch and Learn this week for area business and community leaders! Special thanks to Doug Foster, principal and CEO of NovaLex Consulting, who served as our keynote speaker.