• HCU Announces Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering Launching in Fall 2027

    Houston Christian University (HCU) is expanding its engineering offerings with the launch of a new Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering in Fall 2027, strengthening the University’s growing College of Science and Engineering and preparing students to serve and lead in one …

  • HCU Announces New Business Degrees Launching in Fall 2027

    Houston Christian University (HCU) will expand its undergraduate business offerings with the introduction of three new Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree programs beginning in Fall 2027. Offered through the Archie W. Dunham College of Business, the new …

  • HCU’s Tiffany Charles Receives Trent Argo Service Award

    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 …

  • HCU's SHRM Chapter Receives Superior Merit Award

    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 …

  • HCU Receives Third-Year Renewal of $100K Cullen Trust Literacy Grant

    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 …

  • HCU Celebrates Spring Commencement Ceremonies

    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 …

  • HCU Honors Retiring Employees During 2025-2026 End-of-the-Year Program

    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 Named 2025-2026 HCU Piper Professor Nominee

    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 …

  • Dr. Lisa Ellis Named 2025–2026 Opal Goolsby Professor of the Year

    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 …