Howard Payne University’s Robnett Founders Dinner featuring Chris Tomlin honors Texas Baptists, raises $447,000
BROWNWOOD – April 15, 2026 – Howard Payne University (HPU) hosted more than 400 attendees at its fourth annual Robnett Founders Dinner on Tuesday at the Brownwood Event Center. The dinner, which featured a special performance by Grammy Award-winning Christian artist Chris Tomlin, raised $447,000, with $247,000 designated for student scholarships. “The annual Robnett Founders […]
HPU invites public to annual Spring Family Reunion on March 28
BROWNWOOD – March 25, 2026 – Howard Payne University will host its annual Spring Family Reunion on Saturday, March 28. The public is invited to campus to join HPU alumni, students and personnel for a day of fun, including the Worldwide 5K run/walk, Outdoor Vendor Market, music, games and food. Admission is free and no […]
Dr. Nancy Jo Humfeld to receive HPU Women’s Club’s 2026 Yellow Rose Award
BROWNWOOD – February 9, 2026 – Brownwood’s Dr. Nancy Jo Humfeld has been selected by the HPU Women’s Club to receive the 2026 Yellow Rose Award. Dr. Humfeld will be recognized at the club’s annual Yellow Rose Scholarship Luncheon, scheduled for Thursday, April 23, in the Beadel Dining Hall of HPU’s Mabee University Center. Table […]
HPU invites community to submit project requests for annual service day
BROWNWOOD – February 6, 2026 – Non-profits in the Brown County area are invited to submit project requests for Howard Payne University’s fifth annual William B. Dean, M.D. Lecture Series and Community Impact Day, scheduled for Wednesday, March 25. The day will feature service projects conducted by HPU personnel and student volunteers from 1:30 p.m. […]
HPU to host Chris Tomlin for a night of worship on April 15
BROWNWOOD – January 29, 2026 – Howard Payne University invites the public to an outdoor night of worship with Grammy-award winning musician Chris Tomlin, on Wednesday, April 15, at the Brownwood Event Center’s outdoor stage. Doors open at 6:00 p.m. with the event beginning at 7 p.m. Tickets are free, but reservations are requested as […]
HPU raises $1.26 million on GivingTuesday
BROWNWOOD – December 4, 2025 – Howard Payne University surpassed this year’s GivingTuesday goals of raising $750,000 from 400 supporters. The total given on Tuesday, December 2, was $1,265,075 from 425 supporters across 21 states. Donations during the one-day giving event were provided by alumni, friends, personnel and community partners. Gifts will support a wide […]
Legacy Luncheon at HPU thanks supporters and celebrates three new scholarships
BROWNWOOD – November 24, 2025 – Howard Payne University hosted alumni and friends on November 22 at the Legacy Luncheon, a special event celebrating the impact scholarships and giving have on students and the campus. During the program, gratitude for support was expressed by university administrators, alumni and students. The event was held in the […]
HPU dedicates Bob Carter Athletic Park for intramural sports
BROWNWOOD – April 7, 2025 – Howard Payne University dedicated the new Bob Carter Athletic Park (CAP) during a ceremony on Saturday, April 5. HPU alumnus Bob Carter and his wife, Tammy, gave the lead gift for the project. Bob Carter is a 1973 alumnus and CEO and founder of Lion Street insurance firm. The […]
Emily Attaway named new CFO and Vice President at Howard Payne University
BROWNWOOD – January 6, 2025 – Howard Payne University recently named Emily Attaway, certified public accountant, as chief financial officer and vice president for financial affairs. In her new role, Attaway will oversee the business office, financial affairs, financial aid, human resources, university events and facilities. “I have seen firsthand the excellent leadership that Emily […]
HPU hosts new Career and Student Success Week
BROWNWOOD – September 27, 2024 – HPU hosted a new Career and Student Success Week from September 23-27 to provide a variety of activities for students centered around the areas of career preparation and success while in college. More than 100 individuals participated in the week, which was coordinated through the offices of Career Services, […]
HPU’s Shadia Herrera receives Dr. Juan Andrade Scholarship for Young Hispanic Leaders
BROWNWOOD – May 8, 2024 – Howard Payne University freshman Shadia Herrera of Azle was recently named a recipient of the Dr. Juan Andrade Scholarship for Young Hispanic Leaders, presented at the United States Hispanic Leadership Institute (USHLI) National Conference in Chicago. Herrera was one of 23 recipients of the scholarship. USHLI has awarded over […]
HPU alumna and current student honored at Hispanic Baptists’ recent Shine Conference
BROWNWOOD – March 7, 2024 – Howard Payne University alumna Mary Helen Ceniceros (deceased) and current student Angela Romero-Puente were honored at the Shine Conference, an event presented by the Hispanic Baptist Convention of Texas (Convención) for women of all ages and held in San Antonio February 23-24. Attending on behalf of HPU was Jordan […]
Alumni panelists featured at HPU’s recent Black History Luncheon
BROWNWOOD – February 28, 2024 – Howard Payne University recently hosted a Black History Luncheon featuring a panel of HPU alumni who shared stories about their time at HPU and how it impacted them throughout their careers. The panelists were Rev. L.J. Clayton Jr. ’78 of San Antonio, Gary Hopkins ’81 of Austin, Robert Morrison […]
HPU honorees to be recognized at 2023 Stinger Spectacular
BROWNWOOD – September 25, 2023 – Howard Payne University will honor nine individuals for achievements and service during the Stinger Spectacular on October 13-14. The weekend’s featured events are Homecoming, Family Weekend and Yellow Jacket Preview. The honorees for 2023 are Dale Fisher ’61, Distinguished Alumnus; Dr. Micaela (Espiricueta) Camacho ’59, Coming Home Queen; Natalia […]
Stinger Spectacular scheduled for October 13-14 at Howard Payne University
BROWNWOOD – September 7, 2023 – Howard Payne University invites alumni, prospective students and other friends of the university to Stinger Spectacular on Friday and Saturday, October 13-14. Presented by Citizens National Bank, the event will combine Homecoming, Yellow Jacket Preview and Family Weekend for an exciting time on campus. “We look forward to a […]
HPU Alumna Carrie Burrows ’04 publishes debut novel
Carrie (McCarver) Burrows ’04 recently published her debut novel “The Fields We Called Home,” a historical fiction book about true events in Central Texas during World War II. She was inspired by her love of Texas history and her family connection to the events in Coryell County as Fort Hood was established. Carrie had dabbled in […]
African American Chapter of the HPU Alumni Association honors the late Theresa Hall-Hosey ’73
BROWNWOOD – August 5, 2021 – The African American Chapter of the Howard Payne University Alumni Association recently honored the late Theresa Hall-Hosey, a 1973 HPU graduate, during the organization’s 35th reunion. As part of the recognition, a new bench located in front of Veda Hodge Hall, HPU’s women’s residence facility, was fitted with a […]