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The spotlight will shine brightly on Houston Christian University this weekend as our beloved Husky Field transforms into the epicenter of collegiate baseball action, hosting the prestigious Southland Conference Baseball Championship Series from May 22 to May 24. …

Houston, Texas, May 21, 2025 – Houston Christian University (HCU) earned top honors in two highly competitive categories at the 2025 Crystal Awards held on May 15 at the 713 Music Hall, a prestigious venue in Downtown Houston. …

Houston Christian University (HCU) held 2025 Spring Commencement ceremonies on Saturday, May 10, 2025, in The Linda and Archie Dunham Theater, marking the University’s 64th year of operation and the 59th year degrees have been awarded to graduating …

Houston, Texas, May 13, 2025 – Houston Christian University (HCU) has received a $5,000 donation from the Linda R. Dunham Dean’s Development Council, supporting the construction of the Smith Engineering, Science and Nursing Building. Dr. Carol Lavender, Dean of …

Dr. Lisa Ellis has been named the 2024-2025 Houston Christian University (HCU) Piper Professor. Dr. Ellis is an Associate Professor of Biology in the College of Science and Engineering. The Piper Professor Award, presented by the Minnie Stevens …

Houston Christian University (HCU) has named Dr. Paul W. Lewis, Jr. as the 2024-2025 Opal Goolsby Outstanding Professor of the Year. Dr. Lewis is an Associate Professor of Mathematics in the College of Science and Engineering. The prestigious …

At the annual Faculty and Staff End-of-the-Year Celebration held at Houston Christian University (HCU), two exceptional staff members were recognized with the prestigious Mayfield Outstanding Staff Awards for the 2024–2025 academic year. Beth Longoria, from the Admissions Office, …

When Josephine Tsai first applied to college, she didn’t have a clear major in mind. Like many students, she chose something flexible and practical—Finance—believing it would open doors in any industry. What began as a default choice quickly …

Houston Christian University (HCU), in collaboration with KPRC 2 Community, hosted a successful blood drive on Tuesday, April 29, demonstrating the power of community action and campus engagement in saving lives. The annual blood drive, held on HCU’s …

HOUSTON, April 30, 2025 — Houston Christian University (HCU) announced today its designations in the prestigious 2025 Carnegie Classifications, highlighting the University’s commitment to academic excellence and student success.  The Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, widely …