Opening Assembly returned to Moody Coliseum for the first time since 2019. Distinguished alumni including President Emeritus Dr. Royce Money and Vice President Emeritus Bob Hunter were in attendance alongside current students, faculty and staff. The ceremony included traditions such as the parade of flags as well as a time of worship with traditional hymns.
- Distinguished alumni and guests sit in Moody Coliseum during Opening Ceremonies.(Photo by Sydney Varner)
- Students line the rails and fill seats in Moody Coliseum for Opening Assembly. (Photo by Sydney Varner)
- Dr. Steven Ward, director of orchestra and bands, talks to the band before their performance. (Photo by Sydney Varner)
- Students hold flags line the floor of Moody during the Parade of Flags. (Photo by Sydney Varner)
- Caroline McKnight, senior communications major from Pittsburg, Kansas, holds a flag during the ceremony. (Photo by Sydney Varner)
- Dr. Odies Wright, associate professor of kinesiology and nutrition, leads assembly attendees in a song. (Photo by Sydney Varner)
- Strategic analyst Evan Steele and SGA President Lindsey May conduct the ceremony scripture reading.(Photo by Sydney Varner)
- Dr. Phil Schubert, president of the university, makes announcements during the Opening Chapel event (Photo by Sydney Varner)
- Susan Teague, a member of the Teague family, waves after being introduced during the ceremony. (Photo by Sydney Varner)
- Alumnus Lance Barrow sings during the time of worship. (Photo by Sydney Varner)
- Vice President Emeritus Bob Hunter waves after being introduced.(Photo by Sydney Varner)
- Board of Trustees Chair April Anthony speaks during Open Assembly.(Photo by Sydney Varner)
- Students throw up the Wildcat sign while singing the fight song. (Photo by Sydney Varner)
- Vice President of Advancement Dr. Jim Orr shakes hands after the ceremony. (Photo by Sydney Varner)
- President Emeritus Dr. Royce Money takes a photo after Opening Ceremonies. (Photo by Sydney Varner)
- Dr. Phil Schubert, president of the university, greets guests after the ceremony.(Photo by Sydney Varner)