President's Message
This issue of The Pillars features the stories of five students who share what receiving an HCU education has done for them. These are the kinds of…
One Goal Many Dreams
Many families can no longer afford to send their children to college. One cause? The rising cost of higher education. However, thanks to the generosity of donors,…
Securing The Future
Scholarships Enable HCU Senior to Pursue Career in Cybersecurity Houston Christian University (HCU) senior Eduardo Corazón envisioned a career as a neurosurgeon or neurologist, but his…
The Blessing
Brooklyn Lacy knew little about Houston Christian University (HCU) when she began deciding on a college. She credits her mother with encouraging her to consider the private,…
A Journey Of Unprecedented Grace
Matthew Smith grew up in a turbulent home where alcoholism and violence prevailed. When his parents divorced, he found pleasure in riding horses in the summers, crawfishing,…
On A Path To Healing
As far back as she can remember, Sarah Alameddine aspired to pursue a career in the medical field. Raised in a two-parent home, she credits her mother…
Full Ride To Fulfill Dreams
Xavier McIntyre was always the smallest player on the football field, but he never let his size keep him from playing the sport that he loved. A…
2023 Spirit Of Excellence
A Night of Honor and Giving The 2023 Spirit of Excellence Gala brought a sold-out crowd to the Houston Christian University (HCU) campus for an elegant…
2023 Family Of The Year Honorees
Giving is truly a family affair for the Coggins and Copeland families. Each family was recognized as a “2023 Family of the Year’’ honoree by Houston Christian…
Hamelin Stoop: The Battle Of Parthogen
An Interview with Dr. Sloan What are the central themes in “The Battle of Parthogen,” the fourth book in the Hamelin Stoop series? The whole series…
State Of The Art Birth Simulator
Houston Christian University’s Linda Dunham School of Nursing students will now gain invaluable hands-on experience in the birthing process, thanks to a grant from The Cullen Trust…
The Linda Dunham School of Nursing Named
Houston Christian University (HCU) has announced the naming of the Linda Dunham School of Nursing. This special recognition honors the life and legacy of Linda Dunham who…
State of the Art Birth Simulator
Houston Christian University’s Linda Dunham School of Nursing students will now gain invaluable hands-on experience in the birthing process, thanks to a grant from The Cullen Trust…
HCU Receives $2.5 Million Gift to Establish Endowed Chair in Counseling
Houston Christian University (HCU) announced that The John M. O’Quinn Foundation has made a commitment of $2.5 million to endow a Chair in counseling at the University.…
"Capture the Flag" Cyber Competition
HCU Cyber Engineering Team Wins 1st Place A team of Houston Christian University (HCU) cyber engineering students won first place in the 2023 Capture the Flag (CTF)…
HCU Alumna Janet McQuaid Joins National Law Firm
HCU Alumna Janet McQuaid’s confidence, persistence, and reliability for delivering timely results have been the hallmarks of her success in a legal career spanning 30 years. She earned…
A Champion Among Us
HCU Alumnus Named a "2023 Veteran Champion of the Year in Higher Education" By G.I. Magazine Houston Christian University (HCU) alumnus Cody Harrington ’20, a U.S.…
A Wicked Discovery
Tucked away in the Morris Cultural Arts Center on the campus of Houston Christian University sits the Dunham Bible Museum, a gem of an exhibit and home…
No Tie Here
"Arcane" Wins It All The film, “Arcane Ties,” was selected as the best short film at the Houston Christian University (HCU) 48-Hour Film Festival. The film…
Building on a Winning Foundation
Jason Bachtel Named Head Coach All things considered, Wednesday, January 10 was a pretty good day to introduce a new head football coach. And that’s exactly what…
Play Smart Save Lives
Cottrell Helps Launch a New Cause in the Wake of Darius Lee's Death The 2022 shooting death of HCU basketball player Darius Lee rocked the Huskies’…
From Start to Finish
Concepcion Sets New Bar For HCU Women's Cross Country Runners HCU junior Arlette Concepción had a banner season this past fall, securing multiple top-five finishes, an…
Indra Gutiérrez Named HBJ “40 Under 40” Honoree
HCU alumna Indra Gutiérrez is making great strides in the construction industry as president of Houston-based Gutier, a fully integrated construction services leader in design, procurement and…
HCU Alumna Darby Isereau Named 2023 B.E.S.T. Award Recipient
Houston Christian University (HCU) alumna Darby Isereau has been named one of nine recipients of the 2023 B.E.S.T. (Baptist Educators Serving Texans) Award. The award celebrates Christian…