Homecoming 2026

Huston-Tillotson University invites alumni, students, families, and friends to return to the Yard for a week filled with Ram pride, tradition, and connection. Our November Homecoming celebration brings the HT community together to honor our legacy, uplift our current scholars, and create unforgettable new memories.

Throughout the week, you’ll enjoy a dynamic lineup of events, from spirit-filled campus activities and alumni gatherings to student showcases, community festivities, and signature traditions that reflect the heart of HT.

Whether you’re reconnecting with old classmates or experiencing Homecoming for the first time, this week is all about celebrating you, the people who make Huston-Tillotson a place of excellence, culture, and family.

Huston-Tillotson University proudly celebrates an exceptional group of leaders, innovators, and changemakers selected for our inaugural 40 Under Forty cohort!

These distinguished honorees represent excellence in action, making meaningful contributions to their professions, communities, and beyond. Through their leadership, accomplishments, and commitment to making a difference, they embody the resilience, determination, and enduring legacy of Huston-Tillotson University.

Their stories inspire us. Their impact moves us forward. And their achievements remind us that the HT legacy continues to shine through those who lead, serve, and make a difference.

Join us in celebrating these remarkable individuals as we proudly share their stories with the world!

• Date: Thursday, November 12, 2026
• Time: 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
• Location: King-Seabrook Chapel, Huston-Tillotson University

Huston-Tillotson University Men’s and Women’s Basketball teams will face off against the Paul Quinn College Tigers in a Homecoming matchup you don’t want to miss.

Game Day:
Saturday, November 14, 2026
Women’s Game: 1:00 PM
Men’s Game: 3:00 PM

Tickets Now Available
Please note:

• No on-site ticketing will be available
• Once the game is sold out, no additional tickets will be released

Calling all Huston-Tillotson alumni, this is your invitation back home.
Whether you graduated from Samuel Huston College, Tillotson College, Huston-Tillotson College, or Huston-Tillotson University, we invite you to return to Bluebonnet Hill for a special Alumni Brunch experience.

Reconnect with:

• Fellow classmates and friends
• President Melva K. Wallace
• University leadership and administration
• Today’s HT students shaping the future

This is your opportunity to:

• See new campus updates and improvements
• Learn about exciting initiatives and institutional growth
• Reinvest in your alma mater and support the next generation of Rams

Invest in HT. Give Back. Lift As You Climb.

It’s going down in a MAJOR way on Bluebonnet Hill! The biggest Homecoming Step Show in Austin, Texas is taking center stage.

Thursday, Nov 12, 2026 | 7:00 PM

Mary E. Branch Gymnasium

Come ready to cut up, represent, and bring the house down!

Whether you’re alumni, student, faculty, staff, or supporter, Homecoming 2026 is the moment. Stay connected, show up, and celebrate all things Huston-Tillotson University.

Welcome Home, Rams.

For more information contact Mr. Gregory Bowens, Director of Development & Alumni Engagement, gnbowens@htu.edu

There’s nothing quite like the feeling of walking back onto campus. The crisp February air, the roar around the basketball game in the Mary E. Branch Gymnasium, the memories as you gather with your classmates. You won’t just see the change when you return to campus—you’ll feel the new energy your investment has brought to campus. Don’t just watch the change; lead it. Leave your mark today by making your donation as part of the Homecoming Challenge.

Be part of the excitement! Homecoming 2026 is right around the corner, and we’re inviting food, merchandise, and service vendors to join us for an unforgettable celebration. Register today to showcase your business, connect with our campus and community, and be part of one of the most anticipated events of the year. Space is limited secure your spot now!