The Harding family learned this morning of the tragic death of 2016 alumnus Botham Jean, who was shot in his home last night.

Botham frequently led worship for chapel and for campus events such as Uplift and Lectureship, and this morning, President Bruce McLarty shared a favorite memory of Botham with students in chapel: bit.ly/2wPz8Ka.

The entire Harding family grieves today for the loss of Botham, who has meant so very much to us. Please join us in praying for Botham’s friends and family and for all who were touched by his extraordinary life.