Golden Wave Alumni Band Day
The annual Alumni Band Day allows alumni the opportunity to play and march during halftime with the current Baylor University Golden Wave Band. Marching at halftime has been a treasured part of our alumni experience since our founding in 1986.
Alumni Band Qualification: Any past member of the Golden Wave Band (MCC or Baylor) who marched at least one season and has completed their undergraduate degree at a college or university or is no longer enrolled in a college or university.
Stay tuned for more information about our 2026 weekend.
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An Important Message from Dr. Isaiah Odajima
Dear Golden Wave Alum,
We hope to see you September 20 at Golden Wave Alumni Band Weekend for all the festivities and a special opportunity to support future Music students!
Many of you may remember we lost one of our own, David Grotberg, in 2016. David was a beautiful light to those who were around him and an extraordinary young man whose love for God was inspiring. His energy and passions for the activities in which he was involved, including the BUGWB, was akin to an amazing force of nature.
Similarly to David, the Grotberg family, has been a beacon of God’s love, of His light, and His faithfulness to us. Clark and Diane, and the entire family, have lifted the university through the creation of the David Grotberg Golden Wave Band Scholarship Fund.
To raise funds for this scholarship, The Golden Wave Band donated our last retired set of uniforms to the Grotberg family so they could create authentic, hand-crafted bags made from the material. The bags are a wonderful keepsake and an opportunity to you’re your pride and commitment to the Golden Wave Family.
Sincerely,
Dr. Isaiah Odajima
Frequently Asked Questions
The following positions are up for elections at Alumni Band Day this year. To centralize the effort to come up with a slate of officers, please send any names of people that are interested to Deborah Focarile at DeborahBUGWB@hotmail.com. If you currently hold one of these positions and are interested in being re-elected, please let her know that as well.
- President Elect (3-year commitment)
- Social Media Director
- Assistant Social Media Director
- Member at Large 2020 – Present (Ryan Harrington currently holds this seat)
- Member at Large 2010-2019 (Adam Sulak currently holds this seat)
- Member at Large 1995-2009 (Amy Rosser Williams currently holds this seat)
- Member at Large 1985-1994 (Tammy Justus currently holds this seat)
- Member at Large 1975-1984 (Stephen Burge currently holds this seat)
A Marcher will be participating in the halftime performance. The Legacy Line will not be required to march and will be performing in a designated spot on the side of the field.
You do not need to attend the Friday Welcome Reception to participate in Golden Wave Alumni Band Day. The Friday Welcome Reception will be a wonderful opportunity for fellowship among alumni. The Welcome Reception will be held at Slow Rise on the Brazos.
A Baylor University Golden Wave Alumni Band Polo is required to participate. Comfortable khaki or black pants, crops, or shorts with closed-toe shoes are suggested. All polos must be purchased by 10/4.
Instruments are available this year to rent. If you need to rent an instrument, please select the Instrument Rental option on the registration form. Limited quantities available.
Parking on campus may be difficult on game day as many lots are restricted. If you cannot be dropped off at the Allison Indoor Facility, then please arrive on campus early. You may try to park at the McCrary Music Building (110 Baylor Avenue) across the street from Allison and walk over or we will have a golf cart there until we determine the lot is full. We cannot reserve spaces, so availability may be very limited. The next option is to park at the East Campus Garage (S 2nd St, Waco, TX 76706) where we will have another golf cart to bring you to Allison.
*A parking map can be found at www.baylor.edu/map.
Yes, on game day, we will have golf carts shuttling to and from the parking, practice facility, and stadium throughout the day. In addition, we have an option for our alumni to participate in the Golden Wave Alumni Band "Legacy Line" group which will be included in the halftime performance but does not have to march on the field.
For questions regarding accessibility accommodations, please contact 254-710-8308.
Reserved seating will be provided for Golden Wave Alumni Band participants. You do not need to purchase football tickets for yourself. Guests, family and friends are not included in the reserved section and can purchase tickets directly from the ticket office.