HPU honors six students at recent Currie-Strickland lectures
BROWNWOOD – March 6, 2023 – Howard Payne University honored six students as Currie-Strickland Scholars during the 15th Currie-Strickland Lectures in Christian Ethics, held recently on the HPU campus. The event featured guest lecturer Dr. Clark Elliston, associate professor of religion and philosophy at Schreiner University in Kerrville. Students honored were Daniel Archer, a junior […]
HPU to feature Dr. Clark Elliston at Currie-Strickland Distinguished Lectures in Christian Ethics
BROWNWOOD – January 10, 2023 – Howard Payne University’s 15th Currie-Strickland Distinguished Lectures in Christian Ethics will feature guest speaker Dr. Clark Elliston, associate professor of religion and philosophy at Schreiner University in Kerrville. Dr. Elliston also serves as the director of that institution’s Honors Program. The lectures, which are free to the public, will […]
HPU presents degrees to 144 graduates at recent Commencement ceremonies
BROWNWOOD – June 30, 2022 – Howard Payne University presented degrees to 144 graduates at Commencement ceremonies held for fall 2021 and spring 2022 graduates. Degrees were conferred by Dr. Cory Hines, HPU president, and other university personnel. Abilene Jordan Givens, Bachelor of Arts in strategic communication Bethany McClure, Bachelor of Arts in Christian education […]
Six HPU students named Currie-Strickland Scholars
BROWNWOOD – April 25, 2022 – Six Howard Payne University students were recently named 2022 Currie-Strickland Scholars. Students honored were Christian Barnett of Friendswood; Samuel Brown of May; Jadin Heriford of Georgetown; Jeremy Houston of Fredericksburg; Abigail Laubhan of Amarillo; and McKennah Randall of Lampasas. The award recipients were announced during HPU’s Servant Leadership Awards […]
HPU’s Currie-Strickland Distinguished Lectures postponed due to weather
BROWNWOOD – January 31, 2022 – Howard Payne University’s upcoming Currie-Strickland Distinguished Lectures, originally scheduled for Feb. 3-4, have been postponed due to inclement weather anticipated for later this week. Rescheduled dates will be announced when available. The events will feature guest speaker Dr. Clark Elliston, associate professor of religion and philosophy at Schreiner University in […]
HPU invites public to Currie-Strickland Distinguished Lectures Feb. 3-4
BROWNWOOD – January 26, 2022 – Howard Payne University invites the community to attend the 15th Annual Currie-Strickland Distinguished Lectures at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 3, and 10 a.m. on Friday, Feb. 4, in the Mabee University Center’s Bullion Suites. The event will feature guest speaker Dr. Clark Elliston, associate professor of religion and philosophy […]
HPU presents degrees to 187 graduates at recent Commencement ceremonies
BROWNWOOD – July 1, 2021 – Howard Payne University presented degrees to 187 graduates at Commencement ceremonies held in May for fall 2020 and spring 2021 graduates. Degrees were conferred by Dr. Cory Hines, HPU president, and other university personnel. Abbott Kylie Johnson, Bachelor of Arts in cross cultural studies, Summa Cum Laude Abilene Kimberly […]
HPU holds 14th Annual Currie-Strickland Distinguished Lectures in Christian Ethics
BROWNWOOD – February 23, 2021 – Howard Payne University recently honored six students as Currie-Strickland Scholars during the 14th Annual Currie-Strickland Lectures in Christian Ethics featuring guest lecturer Dr. M. Daniel Carroll R. (Rodas). Students honored were Taylor Cox, a senior from May majoring in Christian education; Grace Hawkins, a junior from Stephenville majoring in youth […]
Dr. M. Daniel Carroll R. (Rodas) to speak at 14th annual Currie-Strickland Distinguished Lectures in Christian Ethics
BROWNWOOD – January 26, 2021 – Howard Payne University’s 14th annual Currie-Strickland Distinguished Lectures in Christian Ethics will feature guest speaker Dr. M. Daniel Carroll R. (Rodas), Scripture Press Ministries professor of biblical studies and pedagogy at Wheaton College and Graduate School. The lectures, which are free to the public, will be held at 7:30 […]
HPU graduates 116 students at Commencement ceremony for spring and summer graduates
BROWNWOOD – September 17, 2020 – Howard Payne University presented degrees to 116 students during its Commencement ceremony for spring and summer 2020 graduates, held in late August. HPU’s spring Commencement ceremony was postponed until the end of the summer due to safety concerns related to COVID-19. Degrees were presented to graduates by Dr. Cory […]
HPU sophomore honored at Seattle Model U.N. competition
BROWNWOOD – January 28, 2020 – Howard Payne University’s Model United Nations team participated in the Northwest Model United Nations (NWMUN) conference in Seattle. Brenden Hough, a sophomore from Brownwood majoring in the Guy D. Newman Honors Academy and practical theology, was recognized as one of three “Distinguished Delegates” selected from a committee of 195 students. Including […]
HPU graduates 90 students at fall Commencement ceremony
BROWNWOOD – January 15, 2020 – Howard Payne University awarded degrees to 90 students during its Commencement ceremony held at the close of the fall 2019 semester. Those receiving diplomas included August 2019 and December 2019 graduates. Dr. Cory Hines, HPU president, and other university representatives conferred the degrees. Dr. Steve Bezner, senior pastor of […]
HPU to host first Ministry Monday event on campus
Howard Payne University invites high school juniors and seniors interested in ministry to visit its campus on Monday, Nov. 11, during the university’s first Ministry Monday event. Visiting students will have the opportunity to meet with faculty, staff and students in the HPU School of Christian Studies, sit in on a class, tour the university’s […]
Rachel Myers named first recipient of Dr. Robert G. and Mrs. Cheryl Mangrum Endowed Scholarship at HPU
Howard Payne University student Rachel Myers was recently named the first recipient of the Dr. Robert G. and Mrs. Cheryl Mangrum Endowed Scholarship. The scholarship was created by the Mangrums with the intent to financially assist HPU students from Dallas or Taylor counties or who are history or music majors. “The students have been such […]
HPU honors 61 students at Academic Awards Convocation
Howard Payne University honored 61 students for academic achievements at the university’s annual Academic Awards Convocation, held near the end of the spring 2019 semester. Receiving awards were: Abbott Kylie Johnson, Honor Award in Spanish Allen Brianna Weaver, Outstanding New Secondary Teacher and English Academic Achievement Award Alleyton Jessica Catlett, Honor Award in Social Work […]
Four HPU students recognized at 2019 Currie-Strickland Lectures in Christian Ethics
BROWNWOOD – February 22, 2019 – Four Howard Payne University students were recognized as Currie-Strickland Scholars at the 12th annual Currie-Strickland Lectures in Christian Ethics on Feb. 7-8. The students honored at this year’s lectures were Rachel Carpenter, junior biblical languages major from Rowlett; Lillie McDonald, junior practical theology major from Tuscola; Cecily McIlwain, senior […]
HPU to host 12th annual Currie-Strickland lectures in Christian ethics
BROWNWOOD – January 7, 2019 – Howard Payne University’s 12th annual Currie-Strickland Distinguished Lectures in Christian Ethics will feature guest speaker Dr. Matthew Kaemingk, assistant professor of Christian ethics and associate dean for Fuller Texas at Fuller Seminary. The lectures are scheduled Thursday, February 7, and Friday, February 8, and are free to the public. […]
HPU faculty member’s recent books highlight theological traditions
BROWNWOOD – July 23, 2018 – Writings on theology by Howard Payne University’s Dr. Derek Hatch, associate professor of Christian studies, were recently released in two books. One book is a tribute to his mentor and prior professor that contains essays by Dr. Hatch and other scholars. The second book, written solely by Dr. Hatch, […]
HPU’s accelerated Christian studies program provides the opportunity to earn two degrees in five years
BROWNWOOD – May 31, 2018 – Howard Payne University’s School of Christian Studies offers its majors the opportunity to complete either a Master of Arts in Youth Ministry or a Master of Arts in Theology and Ministry one year after completing an undergraduate degree. Students who have completed 75 hours of classes and have a […]
Kaitlyn Bush pursues ministry and music at HPU
BROWNWOOD – May 30, 2018 – Kaitlyn Bush has long had a connection to Howard Payne University. The HPU senior, majoring in practical theology and minoring in music, said living just a few miles outside of Brownwood meant the university was a familiar feature throughout her early years. She says her youth pastors, HPU alumni […]
God transforms HPU senior Jordan Pitman’s passion into calling
BROWNWOOD – May 3, 2018 – As Jordan Pitman, Howard Payne University senior from Bangs, would attest, God cares deeply about the individual interests and desires of His children. In fact, Pitman, who will be among the graduates crossing the Commencement stage this Saturday, has already witnessed God planting passions in her heart and beginning […]
Commitment to service: Following God’s will is foremost for graduating HPU senior Josh Dykes
By Seth Rainey, HPU Junior BROWNWOOD – May 1, 2018 – As Howard Payne University senior Josh Dykes of Mount Pleasant prepares to graduate in several days, it is clear that there has been a single overriding influence on his life. Obedience to God’s will is the reason why he is at HPU committed to […]
HPU students named 2018 Young Maston Scholars by Logsdon Seminary
BROWNWOOD – April 3, 2018 – Howard Payne University students Cecily McIlwain, junior from Dayton, and Jordan Pitman, senior from Bangs, were among 16 Texas Baptist students recently honored as 2018 Young Maston Scholars by Hardin-Simmons University’s Logsdon Seminary. The awards were announced during the 18th annual T.B. Maston Lectures in Christian Ethics held at […]
HPU to host CBF’s Rev. Suzii Paynter for Currie-Strickland lectures
BROWNWOOD – February 6, 2018 – Howard Payne University will host Rev. Suzii Paynter, executive coordinator of the Cooperative Baptist Fellowship, for the university’s 11th annual Currie-Strickland Distinguished Lectures in Christian Ethics. The lectures will take place Thursday, February 15, and Friday, February 16, and are free to the public. Centered on the theme “Women’s […]
HPU to host lecture on Baptist heritage and distinctives next Monday
BROWNWOOD – October 24, 2017 – Howard Payne University will host guest speaker Dr. David Bebbington next Monday, October 30, for the William M. Pinson Jr. Lectures in Baptist Heritage and Distinctives. The lecture, which is free and open to the public, begins at 7:00 p.m. in the Richard and Wanda Jackson Conference Room of […]