• Harding University Centennial Celebration

    Centennial Celebration

    President Clifton L. Ganus Jr. and Vice President for Finance Lott Tucker hold the cylinder for the University time capsule. Buried on Oct. 4, 1979, it is set to be opened on Founders Day 2024.

  • Harding University Centennial Celebration

    Centennial Celebration

    New University lettering is unveiled Aug. 27, 1979, after the board of trustees approved Harding’s transition to university status.

  • Harding University Centennial Celebration

    Centennial Celebration

    Students sing around the lily pool in 1950. The circular drive curved in front of Godden Hall and what is now the Olen Hendrix Building.

  • Harding University Centennial Celebration

    Centennial Celebration

    Faculty join students entering the Administration Building for commencement in 1954. Constructed in 1952, the building was named the Anthony and Wright Administration Building in 2021.

Nearly a century ago our founders envisioned a Christ-centered University that would make a profound difference in the world. Their resolute faith, keen sacrifice and enduring spirit has paved the way for us today. It is that legacy we remember and honor as we celebrate 100 years of Harding and look forward to a bold future. Harding University’s Centennial Celebration will commence in September 2023, followed by a yearlong observance culminating on Harding’s 100th birthday in September 2024.

  • This centennial keepsake celebrates the spirit of Harding, using Psalm 100 as the theme.

    Harding: 100 Years in Pictures,
    Harding University Bookstore

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  • This centennial keepsake celebrates the spirit of Harding, using Psalm 100 as the theme.

    Harding: 100 Years in Pictures,
    Harding University Bookstore

    Pre-order Now

  • This centennial keepsake celebrates the spirit of Harding, using Psalm 100 as the theme.

    Harding: 100 Years in Pictures,
    Harding University Bookstore

    Pre-order Now

  • This centennial keepsake celebrates the spirit of Harding, using Psalm 100 as the theme.

    Harding: 100 Years in Pictures,
    Harding University Bookstore

    Pre-order Now

Major Centennial Events

Check back for more details as plans for our Centennial Celebration unfolds.

Founders Day 2023 — Sept. 7, 2023
99th anniversary of the first day of classes

100th Annual Lectureship — Sept. 24-27, 2023

Homecoming — Nov. 2-4, 2023

50th Spring Sing: “Golden” — March 28-30, 2024

Total Solar Eclipse — April 8, 2024

Founders Day 2024 — Sept. 7, 2024
100th anniversary of the first day of classes

Harding Network

We have always valued community, caring for each other and sharing with anyone in need. The HardingNETWORK brings those resources into the second century. University alumni can connect with each other in a new digital space through HardingNETWORK. If you have moved, changed jobs, been promoted, married, had a child, been honored, etc., we want to know! Fill out this form to update your contact information.

Centennial Alumni Tours

Harding University International Programs is pleased to invite Alumni and Friends of Harding University to travel the world with us in celebration of Harding's Centennial.

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Harding History Tour

Take a walk down memory lane with the self-guided Harding History Tour!

Harding History Tour