Community Spaces
Discover the spaces where community comes alive.
Newbury Family Welcome Center
This modern facility serves as the official front door for all prospective students and campus guests.
It houses the admissions team and provides a warm environment for initial campus tours and counselor meetings.
The center also doubles as a sophisticated venue for professional lunches and celebratory dinners for graduating seniors.
L.J. Mims Auditorium
As the oldest building on the main campus, this historic 1920s landmark represents the deep traditions of the university.
It is the primary gathering place for weekly chapel services, bringing the entire student body together for worship.
The grand stage also hosts high-profile events, including musical performances and the annual Commencement ceremony.
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Mabee University Center
This central hub acts as the “living room” of the campus, where students eat, shop, and socialize daily.Â
The lower level features the university spirit store and the main dining hall, affectionately known as “The Caf.”
Upstairs, students can access the Office of Student Experience to join clubs or visit Career Services for professional guidance.
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Walker Memorial Library
The library provides a comprehensive academic environment with designated quiet zones and collaborative group study rooms.
It offers students full access to extensive digital research databases, physical book collections, and modern printing services.
The top floor is home to the Center for Student Success, which provides free peer turoring to help students master their coursework.
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Packer Administration Building
This essential building serves as the administrative nerve center for the university’s daily operations.
It houses key departments such as the Registrar, Information Technology, and the Office of the President.
Most importantly for students, it is the location of the Financial Aid office, where staff help navigate scholarships and the Business office for tuition and other student payments.
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Elliston-Cassle Wellness Center
This facility is the primary destination for students looking to maintain their physical health and fitness goals.
It is fully equipped with cardio machines, weight-lifting areas, and full-sized courts for basketball and volleyball.
The center also serves an educational purpose, hosting various Kinesiology classes throughout the academic semester.
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Outdoor Recreation (ORC & The Cap)
The Outdoor Recreation Complex offers a dynamic space for fresh-air activities, including a rock-climbing wall and pickleball courts.
Nearby, the Carter Athletic Park provides a massive green space dedicated to intramural sports and student-led outdoor events.
Together, these areas encourage an active lifestyle and friendly competition under the Texas sun.
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Ben & Bertha Meith Outdoor Pavilion & Woody & Miki Martin Sand Volleyball Courts
Mieth Outdoor Pavilion and Martin Sand Volleyball Courts offer a vibrant outdoor hub for students and the community.
The pavilion supports events, dining, entertainment, and shared experiences while the adjacent NCAA-regulation courts support varsity beach volleyball, intramurals, and recreational play—creating a dynamic space for connection, competition, and campus life.