Prospective students considering Howard Payne University will have two opportunities this fall to visit the Brownwood campus, learn about college life and explore what HPU offers. The university will host Yellow Jacket Preview Days on Monday, Nov. 23, and Tuesday, Dec. 1.
The events are designed for prospective students and their families and will provide an in-person look at the Howard Payne experience. Visitors will be able to tour campus, connect with faculty and learn more about academics, admissions and student opportunities.
Nov. 23 preview includes tours, admissions and scholarships
The first Preview Day is scheduled for Nov. 23 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Participants will tour the campus and residence halls before attending an Academic Fair with HPU faculty.
The morning also will include information about financial aid, exclusive scholarship opportunities and conversations with an admissions counselor. Participants will receive a free T-shirt as part of the event.
Optional activities will be available after lunch. Students may visit the Stinger Store, tour the Douglas MacArthur Academy of Freedom or take a more detailed tour of a laboratory or academic building.
“A campus visit gives prospective students a firsthand look at what makes the HPU experience special,” said Megan Proctor, director of undergraduate admissions. “We encourage students and their families to join us for one of these events to explore campus, meet faculty and members of our community and learn more about what HPU has to offer.”
Dec. 1 event brings a holiday theme
The second Preview Day will take place Tuesday, Dec. 1, from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. The special “Christmas on the Plaza” event will give prospective students a chance to experience the HPU campus during the holiday season.
The evening program will include a campus tour, time with current HPU students and a free T-shirt. The university said visitors also will have an opportunity to experience campus in its holiday setting.
Registration and future visits
Howard Payne said additional Yellow Jacket Preview Days will be offered in the spring. Prospective students who cannot attend either fall event may schedule a campus visit at another time by contacting the Office of Admissions.
Information is available from the Office of Admissions at [email protected] or 325-649-8020. Registration is also available at hputx.edu/yjp.
Founded in 1889, Howard Payne University is a Christ-centered liberal arts university in Brownwood. The university offers more than 100 majors, minors and pre-professional programs through six schools and serves students at three locations. HPU describes its educational approach as combining academic programs with personal connection, student life, athletics and service opportunities.