Oct. 18, 2018 SHARE: The 2018 HBU Spirit of Excellence Gala will feature special guest speaker Chip Gaines, co-founder of Magnolia, author of New York Times Bestseller, “Capital Gaines: Smart Things I Learned Doing Stupid Stuff,” and star of the HGTV program, “Fixer Upper.” The Gala funds University scholarships; 90 percent of incoming students receive significant financial aid. There are still tickets available! 2018 HBU Spirit of Excellence Gala 6 p.m.: Registration & Auction 7 p.m.: Awards, Dinner & Keynote Address Thursday, Nov. 1, 2018 The Post Oak Hotel, 1600 West Loop South in Houston Individual Tickets: $500 After Five Attire These University honorees play a significant role in supporting HBU’s mission and in exemplifying outstanding leadership and commitment to Christian higher education. Spirit of Excellence Award Colin Montgomerie, ’87 Pinky Pampell President’s Award Sherry and Jim Smith, Sr. Founders Medal Dr. Archie W. and Linda Dunham Janice and Robert C. McNair Honorary Chair Dr. Stewart Morris, Sr. Gala Chairs Linda Davis and Bruce Williams Underwriting Chairs Becky and Steven Kerns