McMurry University

Christmas Holidays (Offices Closed)
2025-12-22 - 2026-01-02

Martin Luther King Holiday
2026-01-19

1st Pitch Banquet 2026
2026-01-31 19:00 - 22:00 (America/Chicago) | Mabee Room
Join McMurry University Athletics for an evening dedicated to celebrating and supporting War Hawks Baseball. The First Pitch Dinner brings together alums, current players, parents, coaches, and supporters to reflect on the program’s success and build momentum for an exciting 2026 season.
The evening will feature a hosted dinner, a panel discussion with the Baseball Coaching Staff, a ring ceremony honoring the 2025 Regional Championship Team, and keynote remarks from alums, current players, and staff. Attendees will also hear an update on the program’s current status and future priorities.
This event serves as a significant fundraising opportunity for McMurry Baseball. Sponsorship opportunities are available.
Keynote Speakers: Alumni, Current Players, and Staff
For additional information or sponsorship inquiries, please get in touch with Head Coach Josh Lee at lee.josh@mcm.edu.

Music Event | Guest Artist Master Class | Charles Lazarus, Trumpet, Minnesota Orchestra
2026-02-04 13:15 - 17:00 | Woodward-Dellis Recital Hall (HSU)

Music Event | Senior Recital | Lindley Farha, percussion
2026-02-07 13:00 - 17:00 | The People’s Plaza
1290 S Willis St ste 116, Abilene, TX 79605

Music Event | Civic Orchestra of Abilene
2026-02-10 19:30 - 22:00 | Boone Family Theatre (ACU)

Music Event | McMurry Advancement Staff Member Serayah Peters TMEA Presentation
2026-02-12 17:30 - 19:30 | CC 215 (TMEA/San Antonio)

Music Event | Lone Star State Trumpet Guild TMEA Musical Showcase
2026-02-13 15:00 - 17:00 | TMEA/San Antonio

Music Event | McMurry University Alumni Mixer
2026-02-13 21:30 - 23:00 | The Original Mexican Restaurant (San Antonio Riverwalk)

Music Event | McMurry University Honor Band Concert
2026-02-16 19:30 - 22:00 | Radford Auditorium

Music Event | Student Master Class #1
2026-02-19 11:00 - 12:00 | Ryan Recital Hall

2026 February Luncheon
2026-02-19 11:30 - 13:00 | Mabee Room
Rising Together: Overcoming Adversity Through Resilience and Unity

DeOri Jemar Newman Sr. was born September 13, 1984, and was raised in Abilene, Texas, where he attended AISD schools and graduated from Abilene High School. Shortly after graduation, DeOri met the love of his life, Leslie. They married in 2007 and have four beautiful children: two boys and two girls. DeOri accepted his call to the ministry and preached his first sermon in March 2008 at New Light Baptist Church, under the leadership of Pastor Eddy Jordan. Shortly after, he was called to serve as Pastor at Ash Street Baptist Church. He presided as the Pastor for 12 years. During his time at Ash Street, DeOri started a small business, “Newman’s Power Clean”, and he obtained a certification as an Emergency Medical Technician Basic. He also received an Associate’s Degree from Tyler Junior College and a Bachelor’s in Religious Studies from McMurry University (Go War Hawks). During his time at McMurry, he served as the Black Student Union President in his junior year. He also served as the President of the Greater Abilene Ministers Alliance for two terms. Shortly after graduation, DeOri became the Pastor of his home church, New Light Baptist Church. DeOri is very excited to see what the Lord has in store for his future. He is currently between studies at ACU for a Master’s degree.
Cost: $35 individual tickets & $350 for a table of 8

Music Event | CBDNA
2026-02-25 - 2026-02-28 | UNT (Denton)

Theatre | Romeo Juliet
2026-02-26 19:30 - 22:00, 2026-02-27 19:30 - 22:00, 2026-02-28 19:30 - 22:00

Music Event | Faculty Recital | Alex Carpenter, flute
2026-02-28 17:00 - 19:00

Music Event | ECHR Chamber Music Concert Series | Listening to Orpheus (Voice and Piano)
2026-03-01 18:00 - 22:00 | Episcopal Church of the Heavenly Rest

Giving Day 2026
2026-03-03
Giving Day is your moment to show what McMurry is made of. Early Giving begins on February 23, giving you the chance to start making an impact right away. The official 24-hour Giving Day celebration kicks off on March 2 at 8:00 p.m. and continues through March 3 at 8:00 p.m.

Music Event | Spring Faculty Recital
2026-03-05 19:30 - 22:00 | Ryan Recital Hall

Spring Break
2026-03-09 - 2026-03-13

2026 Women's Leadership Luncheon
2026-03-19 11:30 - 13:00 | Mabee Room
Join us for the 13th Annual Women’s Leadership Luncheon featuring guest speaker Wendy Rodrigue Magnus on Thursday, March 19, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in the Mabee Room, located in the Garrison United Methodist Campus Center, as we celebrate McMurry’s tradition of women leaders and award three scholarships to deserving female students.
Cost: $50 – $2,500
Registration ends Friday, 03/06/2026 11:59 pm CST

Music Event | Senior Honors Recital | Gabe Estes, flute
2026-03-20 19:30 - 20:30 | Ryan Recital Hall

Music Event | Chanters Join Tri-Collegiate Choir with Abilene Philharmonic
2026-03-21 19:30 - 22:00 | Abilene Convention Center

Music Event | Senior Recital | William Marshall, trumpet
2026-03-22 19:30 - 20:30 | Ryan Recital Hall

Makona Film Festival 2026
2026-03-24 19:00 - 22:00 | Matthews Auditorium, 1400 Sayles Blvd., box 66, Abilene, TX, 79697, United States
Join us for an exciting evening of student film and creativity at the Makona Film Festival, featuring this year’s theme: Heroes vs. Villains
Celebrate storytelling, talent, and cinematic innovation as our filmmakers bring bold characters and powerful narratives to life.

Music Event | McMurry Wind Ensemble with HSU Concert Band
2026-03-24 19:30 - 22:00 | HSU

Music Event | Student Master Class #2
2026-03-26 11:00 - 12:00 | Ryan Recital Hall

Film Screening: Accidental Texan
2026-03-26 17:30 - 20:00 | Matthews Auditorium, 1400 Sayles Blvd., box 66, Abilene, TX, 79697, United States

Good Friday Holiday
2026-04-03
