H o u s t o n B a p t i s t u n i v e r s i t y

…and you’re searching for the right place to spend the next few

years making friends, preparing for the future and taking your

education to the next level. You’re looking for an unforgettable

college experience you will value for the rest of your life. We think

Houston Baptist University might be exactly what you are looking

for, so we invite you to take a look. HBU offers what few others

can—a Christian university in a world-class city, with the highest

academic standards informed by a biblical perspective. Turn the

next page and see how we are preparing young people like you to

become part of the next generation of FAITHFUL LEADERS.

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At HBU, we believe that learning doesn’t end once you step outside of the classroom. With a diverse student body that reflects the demographics of the Houston metropolitan area, the HBU campus will present you with opportunities to engage with new

cultures and ways of thinking. Our living spaces and our student life experience are designed to foster the development of meaningful and long-lasting relationships. You will experience incredible intellectual, social and spiritual growth by participating in our campus community infused with a combination of scholarship, friendship and Christian fellowship.

Be Part of a Dynamic Learning Community

Residence&Relationship

- Aristotle

As an incoming freshman, you will begin your

college journey at HBU by donning an orange

and blue beanie—the traditional symbol worn

by all freshmen the first week of school—

and moving into Freshman Village. It’s a

living experience designed specifically to

help you make friends and create new

traditions and memories in your

first year. The variety of living

arrangements in the state-of-

the-art Lake House and our

on-campus Husky Village

apartments will allow you to

stay plugged into our vibrant

student life program and grow

your circle of friends as you

progress through your college

years.

Make Yourself At Home&Relationship Daniel Cadis

Senior in Journalism & Government

CAMPUS

With more than 70 clubs and organizations, including an active Greek

life with nine fraternities and sororities, there’s always something going

on at HBU, whatever your interest. Whether you’re participating in an

organized social activity – such as Husky Madness, the Winter Formal

or Spring Fling – or cheering the Huskies on to victory with your friends

from the stands of Sharp Gym or Sorrels Field, there are a virtually endless

number of ways to have fun and get involved on campus.

Never A Dull Moment

Students give a traditional

“Dawgs Up” around the annual

Homecoming Bonfire

KnowledgeUnderstanding

Dr. Lou Markos Professor in English

True learning is more than just the memorization of many facts. It is a worthy enterprise defined by a lifelong pursuit of wisdom. Therefore, HBU students are challenged to engage with the great thinkers of history to seek answers to the questions that have defined the human experience: Who am I? What is my purpose? How do we define justice and goodness?

There are plenty of institutions from which you can earn a degree. At HBU, knowledge and understanding go hand in hand. You will learn how to live, not just to make a living. We are preparing you not only to excel in your chosen field, but also to succeed at life in an ever-changing world.

Be Part of an Ongoing Dialogue

Our liberal arts core curriculum brings together the

best and noblest ideas from our Judeo-Christian,

Greco-Roman legacy to challenge you to think

critically and creatively. Studying and wrestling with

works that have stood the test of time will help you

to live responsibly in the great Western tradition.

HBU’s outstanding faculty draw from their own

academic and professional experiences and their

Christian faith to help shape in a very personal

way the students in their care. Professors at HBU

know your name and your story, not just your

face, allowing close collaboration and mentoring

relationships that extend beyond the classroom.

A Curriculum Designed for Life

Distinguished Professors, Individual Attention

Knowledge&Understanding

To help you make the transition to

college life, you will join a small learning

community of fellow students with whom

you can build friendships while sharing

academic challenges and student life

experiences on a more personal level. In

addition, the integration of the Freshman

Year Seminar and Core Advising Program

allows your learning community to

develop a meaningful relationship with a

faculty mentor who can help you gain the

most from your HBU experience.

A Common Bond

Ancient Greek

philosopher

who developed

a comprehensive

system of Western

philosophy, encompassing morality and

aesthetics, logic and science, politics

and metaphysics.

Aristotle

Roman lawyer

and orator who

created a Latin

philosophical

vocabulary and

introduced the art of refined letter

writing to European culture.

Cicero

Fourth-century

theologian who

influenced the

development of

Christianity with

his teaching on salvation, divine

grace and the concept of the church.

Augustine

of classes taught by faculty, not teaching assistants

100%mean freshman SAT1100

student-faculty ratio15:1of full-time faculty have terminal degrees85%

undergraduate majors and pre-professional programs40+

A FEW FRIENDS YOU CAN EXPECT TO MEET AT HBU:

Tia JacksonSenior in Communication and Rhetoric

The historic identity of HBU is grounded

in the central confession of the Christian

faith, “Jesus Christ is Lord.” With this

confession, the University is committed to

the never-ending pursuit of understanding

the entirety of the created order. Thus,

all the disciplines – whether biology or

history, psychology or religion, music

or English literature – are

significant and important.

When all truth is viewed as

God’s truth, no question is

off limits and every issue is

considered relevant to life in

the world.

What does it mean to have academics that are “informed by a biblical perspective”?

Medieval

philosopher and

theologian who

contributed ideas in

the areas of ethics,

natural law and political theory upon

which much of modern philosophy

was conceived.

St. Thomas Aquinas

Enlightenment

thinker whose

theories had great

impact on the

development of

epistemology, political philosophy

and modern conceptions of the self.

John Locke

Initiated the

Protestant

Reformation

with teachings

concerning God’s

free gift of grace and the Bible as

the only source of divinely revealed

knowledge.

Martin Luther

Academically gifted students can dig deeper into the

best of HBU’s classically rooted core curriculum in

the Honors College. A unique “house system” brings a

sense of camaraderie as students unite in their pursuit

of wisdom. Professors and students gather in small

classes to proceed through and discuss mankind’s

development chronologically. Honors College students

also have regular opportunities to participate in co-

curricular activities such as roundtable discussions with

Christians engaged in significant acts of leadership.

An Honors College Focused on the Classics

AccountingArt StudioBiblical LanguagesBiochemistry/Molecular BiologyBiologyChemistryChristianityCommunication and RhetoricEconomicsEducationEnglishFinanceGovernmentHistoryInternational BusinessJournalism/Mass CommunicationKinesiologyManagementMarketingMathematicsMusicNursingPhilosophyPhysicsPsychologySociologySpanish

Pre-DentistryPre-EngineeringPre-LawPre-MedicinePre-OptometryPre-PharmacyPre-Physical TherapyPre-Physician Assistant

Majors / Programs

Pre-Professional Programs

Faith

Spiritual service is an integral part of our culture. The HBU family is a supportive, diverse, faith-based community of learners who understand the importance of selfless service and who have the ability to make a difference in both the local community and society at large. Our faculty, staff and administrators promote scholarship, creative endeavor and service by providing

a responsive and intellectually stimulating environment that will encourage you to develop professional behaviors and personal characteristics for lifelong learning and service to God and the community. All across campus – in classrooms, residence colleges, learning communities and more – you will be challenged to grow in faith and joy by living intentionally the teachings of Jesus Christ.

The CommunityLife+Worship program presents you

with opportunities to grow spiritually while developing

leadership skills and a sense of civic responsibility. The

program allows you to choose from and participate in a

variety of activities – from on-campus worship services

and small group studies to community service and

mission opportunities – designed to foster the deepening

of your faith and the sharpening of your spiritual gifts.

CommunityLife+Worship

Be Part of Something Bigger

Faith

- John F. Kennedy

Justin PaulSenior in International Business

ATHLETICS

With more than a dozen intramural and club sports programs

offered throughout the year, you can compete alongside your

friends in a wide variety of sports. Participating in intramurals

can help you boost your physical well-being while expanding

your social network.

Team Spirit

Competition

Whether it’s hoops, goals, spikes or home runs that bring you to the edge of your seat, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to rally around your peers and celebrate the achievements of HBU’s 15 men’s and women’s intercollegiate varsity teams.

Our student-athletes are provided opportunities to develop essential life skills in leadership, teamwork, discipline and respect for self and others. The way in which our student-athletes and coaching staff conduct themselves – demonstrating a commitment to integrity, hard work and social responsibility – has not gone unnoticed, earning the Huskies conference-level recognition for their sportsmanship.

Be Part of the Team

ATHLETICS

CompetitionBASEBALL

BASKETBALL

CROSS COUNTRY

GOLF

SOCCER

SOFTBALL

TRACK & FIELD (INDOOR)

TRACK & FIELD (OUTDOOR)

VOLLEYBALL

Women’s soccer wins 2010

Great West Championship

Be Part of the Team

Competing in NCAA Division I is another sign of

excellence at HBU. The Huskies face nationally

recognized teams, allowing our student-athletes to

play at the highest level.

Top Dawgs

ComfortableCosmopolitan

Many of the most respected and prolific thinkers of the past did their best work in some of the world’s – and history’s – greatest cities. Places like Rome, Athens and Jerusalem were the birthplace of both great individuals and the significant movements they helped define. As one of the largest and most diverse metropolitan centers in the nation, Houston has it all. The city continues in this tradition by providing access to a broad range of educational, professional and cultural opportunities to help you further your development and nurture your creativity.

Be Part of a World-Class City

museums in nation’s 4th largest museum district

18

largest retail mall in the U.S., just 10 minutes from campus

4th

professional sports offer year-round entertainment

5

restaurants with culinary choices from 35 countries and American regions

8,000+

cancer hospital, and largest medical center in the world

#1

most Fortune 500 company headquarters, behind New York City

2nd

city for recent college grads* and young professionals**

#1

*Bloomberg Businessweek (2010) **Forbes.com (2010)

Sam Houston, First President of the Republic of Texas, Hermann Park

Comfortable&Cosmopolitan

A university is a place for learning, debate and

discussion. It is a place where talented people

offer their best work. The HBU campus, with

its proximity to the heart of Houston, fulfills

these roles as a cultural center and place for

invitation and engagement within the city. With

an increasing number of prominent civic and

arts organizations choosing to host events in

HBU’s state-of-the-art facilities for lectures and

the performing and visual arts, you can hear, see

and experience an array of cultural events and

educational programs that elevate and celebrate

the way you think about the world.

If practice truly does make perfect, Houston

is overflowing with world-class corporations,

educational institutions and health care facilities

in which you can gain practical experience and

hands-on preparation for a successful future.

Through an organized program that pairs interns

with working professionals who act as mentors,

HBU students have completed challenging

and rewarding internships with more than

250 leading names in business, law, medicine,

professional sports and nonprofit services.

An Open Invitation Get Your Feet Wet

cancer hospital, and largest medical center in the world

BEYOND UNDERGRAD

In 1963, almost 200 students chose to become part of an exciting new venture by enrolling in the founding class of Houston Baptist College. Almost 50 years later, HBU owes the establishment of many key organizations and events – as well as its most enduring campus traditions – to the dedication of this pioneering group.

HBU has a proud legacy of producing leaders who live as servants in the kingdom of God. From corporate boardrooms to elementary and secondary school classrooms, from church pulpits to busy hospitals and health care facilities, our alumni are shining their lights across a broad range of professional disciplines.

Be Part of a Great Tradition

Art Institute of ChicagoBaylor College of MedicineBaylor UniversityCambridge University Duke UniversityHarvard University

New England Conservatory of MusicOxford UniversityPrinceton Theological SeminaryRice UniversitySouthwestern Theological SeminaryStellenbosch University of South Africa

Texas A&M UniversityUniversity of Houston Law SchoolUniversity of Southern CaliforniaUniversity of TexasUniversity of Texas Health Science CenterVillanova University

A sampling of universities and companies where recent HBU grads have pursued their passions:

Legacy&Possibility

Albert CenicerosSenior in Kinesiology & Marketing

the tradition

Our rigorous liberal arts education is designed

to help you thrive in a variety of settings and

future endeavors, including in competitive

graduate, law or medical school environments.

Students desiring an advanced academic degree

can choose from one of the strong programs in

business, education, the psychological sciences,

theology, liberal arts or fine arts offered by

HBU’s Graduate School. HBU graduates have

also had great success in respected master’s

and doctoral-level programs at colleges and

universities around the world.

A Degree AboveOn any given day, at any given hour, HBU

graduates are making a difference in their

world and their community. Our graduates

are serving as faithful leaders at major

corporations and organizations throughout

the United States and the world.

Spheres of Influence

Be Part of a Great Tradition

A sampling of universities and companies where recent HBU grads have pursued their passions:

Associated Press/New YorkBank of AmericaBMC SoftwareComcastConoco PhillipsDeloitte & Touche

ExxonMobilFox Sports NetHabitat for HumanityHewlett-PackardHouston ChronicleIBM

JPMorgan ChaseLiving Water InternationalM. D. Anderson Cancer CenterMerrill LynchReliant EnergyShell Oil

Southwest AirlinesStewart TitleTexas Children’s HospitalTexas InstrumentsWalt DisneyWells Fargo

Possibility

Foundation&

Faithful leadership requires vision. A thoughtfully crafted and articulated vision provides individuals – and the organizations and groups in which they serve – a sense of direction and aspiration. Under the leadership of President Robert B. Sloan Jr., HBU is implementing an unprecedented vision for higher education in America – The Ten Pillars: Faith & Reason in a Great City – that boldly promotes a biblical worldview in a world-class city. It is a vision that encompasses every aspect of the HBU experience – including the academic curriculum, faculty development, campus facilities, student life and community service – to provide a learning environment that challenges the next generation of faithful leaders to academic excellence and authentic spirituality.

Be Part of a Bold Vision

Foundation&Aspiration

HBU and the Ten Pillars Vision

Just as you are thinking about your future –

where you will go after high school, what you

will study, who you will become – HBU is

preparing for the great things that lie ahead.

Through the continued implementation of the

Ten Pillars vision, HBU is aligning the university

experience with the expectations and aspirations

of students who are looking for real substance

in an educational institution. By choosing to

join the University’s community of faith and

scholarship and helping fuel HBU’s eternally

significant mission, you – and thousands of

students like you – will be instrumental in the

growth and development of the first in a new

wave of great Christian universities in America.

HBU’s efforts to transform and expand

its campus and its programs through the

realization of its Ten Pillars vision are bearing

fruit and drawing attention both locally and on

a national scale. In recognition of its growth

and successes, the University was named to a

short list of “Schools on the Rise, Filled with

Excitement” by the editors of First Things, a

national journal of religiously informed public

policy.

“Considering the future is an important exercise for the present.”

“Bouncing up at an astonishing rate”

WE’RE EXPECTING YOU!

OR ACCESS

WITH YOUR

SMARTPHONE!

We can tell you about HBU, but seeing is believing. We encourage

you to come visit. Attend one of our Experience HBU information

days or a weekend Preview event. Tour our campus. Sit in on a

class. Meet our students. Talk with our professors. Contact us to

schedule your visit today!

WEBSITE: www.hbu.edu/tour

EMAIL: admissions@hbu.edu

PHONE: 281-649-3211

Alexa RojasSophomore in Kinesiology

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SAT/ACT: Test scores are a factor in admissions decisions, so if you haven’t already, register to take the SAT or ACT in the fall.

APPLY: Go to our website (www.hbu.edu) and apply. The earlier the better!

TRANSCRIPT: Contact your school counselor and have transcripts sent.

PREVIEW: Check out Fall Preview at HBU, your chance to see what student life is like.

DEPOSIT: If you’re accepted, make your deposit so we know to expect you.

FAFSA: The Federal Application for Financial Student Aid works on a first-come, first-served system. Submit early!

SUMMER PLANS: Take a moment to RSVP for SOAR (Student Orientation, Advising and Registration).

HOUSING: Complete your Housing Application so we can make sure you get the spot that’s right for you.

TRANSCRIPT: We’ll need your final transcript as well, so make sure you have it sent after final exams.

SOAR: You’re almost there! SOAR will get you plugged in with all the information you need to begin your college career.

WELCOME DAYS: Every new HBU student begins their journey at Welcome Days, but you still have to register.

CONGRATULATIONS!

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Lauren SchoenemannSenior in Spanish