News and Events

Houston, Texas, July 23, 2026 – Tiffany Charles, Director of Undergraduate Admissions at Houston Christian University (HCU) was presented with the Trent Argo Service Award at the National Association of Baptist Enrollment Professionals (NABEP) Annual Summer Conference, held …

Houston, Texas, July 23, 2026 — Today, SHRM (the Society for Human Resource Management), the trusted authority on all things work, workers and the workplace awarded a 2025-2026 Superior Merit designation to the SHRM Student Chapter of HCU …

HOUSTON, TX, July 4, 2026 — Houston Christian University Board Chairman Ramiro Peña released the following statement to the HCU family this morning: “With the heaviest heart, I am saddened to announce the sudden death of HCU President …

Houston Christian University (HCU) has received a third-year renewal of a $100,000 grant from The Cullen Trust for Higher Education to support literacy initiatives at three Houston Independent School District Title I elementary schools: Lovett Elementary, McNamara Elementary …

Houston, Texas, May 14, 2026 — Houston Christian University (HCU) is proud to announce the launch of its newly reimagined Core Curriculum, designed by HCU faculty under the guidance of Dr. Emily Stelzer as Dean of the Core Curriculum. …

Houston, Texas, May 13, 2026 – Houston Christian University (HCU) students earned national recognition in the Spring 2026 National Cyber League (NCL) Competition, with all four HCU teams finishing in the top 10 percent nationwide and helping the University …

At Houston Christian University’s (HCU) 2025–2026 Spring Commencement ceremonies, the University celebrated the academic achievements of graduating students and the institution’s enduring Christian mission during its 65th year of operation and 60th year of awarding degrees. HCU President …

A number of Houston Christian University (HCU) employees, who are retiring from service, were recognized for their lasting impact on the University community through leadership, mentorship and faithful dedication during this year’s End-of-the-Year Faculty & Staff Awards Program. …

Dr. Trae Holcomb is the 2025-2026 Piper Professor at Houston Christian University (HCU). The special recognition was announced at the annual Employee End-of-the-Year Awards Program. As this year’s Piper Professor nominee, Dr. Holcomb will represent HCU in the …

Congratulations to Dr. Lisa Ellis on being named the 2025–2026 Opal Goolsby Professor of the Year — HCU’s highest recognition for teaching excellence. The Opal Goolsby Outstanding Teaching Award is a traditional recognition of the very best teaching …