Houghton University Alumni

In the month of August, the Houghton University Alumni Board invites you to pray over our community's new beginnings as we prepare to begin the 2026-2027 academic year.

"I am about to do a new thing; now it springs forth, do you not perceive it? I will make a way in the wilderness and rivers in the desert." Isaiah 43:19 (NRSV)

Houghton Alumni, will we see YOU at Kingdom Bound?

Join us at the Houghton Booth on Wednesday, July 19 from 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. for a Meet & Greet with President Wayne D. Lewis, Jr.!

Don’t forget to stop by and grab your Houghton T-Shirt!

💥Available NOW!!!💥
In this episode of Dents in the Darkness, NEC chats with Wayne D Lewis Jr. , President of Houghton University. Listen in as Wayne discusses as a leader in Christian academia and ministry, how universities can shape not only students’ minds, but also their spiritual formation, leadership, and calling.

This conversation explores:
- Why discipleship matters in Christian higher education
- Creating a Christ-centered campus culture
- Preparing students for ministry and vocation
- The partnership between churches and Christian universities

Watch the episode here:
https://www.necollaborative.com/content.cfm?page_content=downloads_include.cfm&download_id=70

Friends from the Houghton Classes of 1961, 1966, 1971, 1981, 1986 and 1991: Have you registered for Summer Alumni Reunion yet? This Friday is the registration deadline!

We hope that you will join us for an incredible weekend to remember! To register, follow the link in the comments.

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It's Throwback Thursday! Here are some scenes from the Boulder from 1961, 1966, 1971, 1981, and 1996. Recognize anyone? Let us know!

We hope to see YOU at Summer Alumni Reunion this year! Join us on campus July 31 - August 2 for an incredible weekend with Houghton friends. To register, follow the link in the comments!

In the month of July, the Houghton University Alumni Board invites you to pray for rest and renewal for all of Houghton's students, faculty and staff.

"The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. He makes me lie down in green pastures; he leads me beside still waters; he restores my soul." Psalm 23:1-3a (NIV)

Houghton Classes of 1961, 1966, 1971, 1981, 1986 and 1991:

We can't wait to see YOU at Summer Alumni Reunion this year! Join us on campus July 31 - August 2 for a weekend full of Houghton friends and incredible memories.

The deadline to register is Friday, July 17. To register, follow the link in the comments!

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On Move-In Day this August, East Hall residents will be welcomed by an idyllic, new outdoor space. Sastic Courtyard will be named in honor of Houghton alumni Drs. Jonathan ’75 and Lois (Morgan ’75) Sastic, who contributed significantly to Houghton’s overall residence renewal efforts. Once completed later this summer, Sastic Courtyard will provide students and visitors with an expanded and welcoming entrance, as well as outdoor recreational space.

Link to the full article in the comments.

Save the date! Houghton University's Homecoming and Family Weekend will be Friday, October 2, to Saturday, October 3. We invite YOU to return to campus for a weekend full of Houghton spirit!

Our Homecoming Festival will be held on Saturday, October 3. At this time, the following classes will also celebrate reunions: 1996, 2001, 2006, 2011, 2016, 2021 and 2026.

We hope to see you there!

Houghton has been named the 2026 Institution of the Year, recognizing the department's continued commitment to integrating faith and purpose into the collegiate athletic experience.