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    USD's Fitzsimmons is GWC's runner of year  Nov 6, 2008
    VERMILLION, S.D. -- Ramsey Fitzsimmons, a junior from the University of South Dakota women's cross country team, has been named the Great West Conference's runner of the year, sharing the award with Daniel Martinez of Houston Baptist University. Fitzsimmons, a former cross country and track standout at Yankton (S.D.) High School, led from start to finish as she picked up her fourth victory of the season at the inaugural GWC meet hosted by Utah Valley. (Sioux City Journal, IO)

    Tucker's Past is an Impressive List of PGA Stars  Oct 3, 2008
    Colin Montgomery - Houston Baptist 1984 - 77-79-79-77=312 - 47th Scotland's Montgomery took part in the 1984 Tucker with Houston Baptist University. Monte' is one of the most decorated golfers in European Tour history, having notched 31 European Tour wins. (Golobos.com)

    School closings, cancellations, resumptions  Sep 22, 2008
    Houston Baptist University -- The HBU campus remains without power. Tentative plans are for classes to resume Monday, Sept. 22. (KHOU.com, TX)

    Roos win two battles in Warhawk Classic  Sep 16, 2008
    UMKC began the weekend tournament playing the Houston Baptist University (HBU) Huskies. The Huskies, who defeated the tournament's host ULM earlier in the day, took down the Roos in a three-set match. (University News, MO)

    Astros, Texans, Sporting Events Changed  Sep 12, 2008
    Stephen F. Austin University, Texas Southern University and Houston Baptist University canceled or postponed all weekend athletic activities. Hardin-Simmons soccer teams have canceled all games slated for the weekend. (Click2Houston, TX)

    Utah State Soccer To Battle Utah on Friday  Sep 9, 2008
    UTEP (5-0) cruised to a 2-0 victory against Houston Baptist University to claim the 2008 Sun City Invitational title at University Field on Sunday at University Field. Cortney Casey and Katie Dorman scored for UTEP while the Miners' stop troops did not allow the Huskies to register a shot on net. (Utahstateaggies.com)

    MBA programs at Houston universities are attracting more ...  Sep 7, 2008
    "All of these countries have had economic growth for the last four or five years," said Mohan Kuruvilla, associate dean for graduate business programs at Houston Baptist University. "They are all gifted with intellectual capital. What they're lacking is Western management styles. People who get that knowledge are going to be well off.". (Houston Chronicle)

    In Venues Throughout the World Seventh Annual September Concert to Fill Skies With Music on September 11.  Sep 5, 2008
    7) Liberty Bell Center & Liberty Mall 3:30pm TEXAS Fort Worth TCU Ed Landreth Auditorium 2800 S. University Drive 7:30 - 9pm Houston Houston Baptist University, Belin Chapel 7502 Fondren Road 7 - 8pm VIRGINIA Charlottesville Downtown Mall - Central Place Main Street 5 - 8pm WASHINGTON Bellingham Bellingham High School (Sept. 17) 2020 Cornwall Avenue - Auditorium 8 - 9pm Seattle Town Hall Seattle (Sept. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)

    Houston Republicans Applaud McCain Choice  Aug 30, 2008
    "The fact that she's a woman is irrelevant to me. Her policy and what she has done -- that's what's important to me," said Paul Stang, a 21-year-old senior from Houston Baptist University who is one of the youngest members of the Texas delegation. Meanwhile, the chairman of the Harris County Republican Party called McCain's decision a "bold move.". (Click2Houston, TX)

    Carleston Elementary gets a grooming  Jul 13, 2008
    Texas and Louisiana students attending the conference at Houston Baptist University completed numerous compassion projects throughout the Houston area, including several in local school districts. The Carleston project will continue this September as the Pearland Ministerial Alliance and other groups complete minor construction projects and re-landscaping around the campus. (Pearland Journal, TX)

    High school student wins Kick Masters tryout  Jun 26, 2008
    A panel of judges including Steve Jones, Head Coach for Houston Baptist University Men's Soccer Team and Aaron Champenoy, Head Coach for the University of St. Thomas Men's Soccer Team, choose the winner based on the skill and accuracy of 10 free kick attempts. In addition to the privilege of playing against soccer's elite like Ronaldinho Gaucho, Anderson Luis de Souza "Deco" and Rafael Mrquez, Cirigliano will be given the chance to win $1 million dollars - provided he can out-score the worlds... (The Citizen - online, TX)

    Seniors wanted in Baseball Combine this Monday  Jun 14, 2008
    The Houston Area Baseball Coaches Association will be putting on the combine starting Monday as pitchers and catchers report bright and early at 8:30am at Houston Baptist University. All other positions will be reporting at 10:30am. (Lake Houston Sun, TX)

    Navasota High School seniors offered over $2 million in scholarship money!  May 29, 2008
    George Washington Carver Alumni Association; Channel Mallard-George Washington Carver Alumni Association and TSTA; Erin Garcia-East Texas Baptist University Freshman and TSTA; Karla Gomez-TSTA, Gloria Sale-Bryan Coca Cola and A shman; Periesha Harris-TSTA, Paul Shiflett Memorial; Justin Falkenbury-Grimes County Farm Bureau and Navasota AG Booster Club; Abbie Evans- John Hayes Memorial, Grimes County Go-Texan, Blinn College, Navasota Kiwanis Club, NHS Diamonettes and Texas A shman; Lilliana... (Navasota Examiner, TX)

    Two Fort Bend ISD teachers named Teachers of the Year  May 20, 2008
    Teacher of the Year winners both received a scholarship for six hours of graduate classes at Houston Baptist University College of Education and Behavioral Science. Rookie Teachers of the Year received three hours of graduate classes. (Fort Bend Southwest Sun, TX)

    Ron Stone Passes Away At 72  May 14, 2008
    He held a B.A. from East Central State University and a M.L.A. from Houston Baptist University. The University of Houston awarded Stone an Honorary Doctor of Humane Letters Degree in 1994. (Click2Houston, TX)

    Young, Tran named Brenham top grads  May 8, 2008
    Danielle Ambriz, Houston Baptist University Scholarship, 24,000. Kaci Dannhaus, FFA Ford Scholarship. (Brenham Banner, TX)

    A World of Art  May 8, 2008
    She later graduated magna cum laude from Houston Baptist University with a master s degree in art history. Since making the decision to teach art, DeMarsico has not looked back and has inspired the love of art in her students, many who have gone on to a range of successful careers, including photography, fashion design, drafting, engineering and ballet. (Fort Bend Southwest Sun, TX)

    Energy Holdings Limited, LLC Names Management Team and Reaffirms its Western States Strategy with Focus on California  Apr 3, 2008
    McConville is a graduate of Drake University with a B.A. in Journalism and an MBA from the Houston Baptist University. "Kevin has great breadth and depth in a variety of functions necessary for successful operations," said G. William Eason, Managing Member of EHL. Ketheesch Aran, 55, was named Chief Financial Officer (CFO). (PR Newswire)

    Howard, Stansell, Ley seek District 26 slot  Mar 4, 2008
    He's a student at Houston Baptist University, where he's a double major in political science and business and plans to earn his degree later this year. He said the primary planks on his platform are support for a flat property tax and an end to the Robin Hood school finance system. (Rosenberg Herald-Coaster, TX)

    Local Universities On Alert After Campus Shooting  Feb 16, 2008
    In addition to cameras on campus, local universities like University of Houston, Houston Baptist University, University of St. Thomas, and Rice University have implemented emergency notification systems to alert students and staff. Those methods include phone calls to a home, office, or mobile phone, text messages, e-mails, and updates on school Web sites. (Click2Houston, TX)

    HBU partners with FBISD in new counselor education cohort  Feb 12, 2008
    Houston Baptist University and Fort Bend ISD have agreed to offer certified teachers in the Houston area the chance to earn their Master of Education in Counselor Education degrees in a cohort format. Classes in the program will begin this summer and will be offered at an approved FBISD location. (Fort Bend Southwest Sun, TX)

    Internet Fuels Ron Paul's Campaign For President  Jan 30, 2008
    "The groups that he attracts are sort of unusual," said Chris Hammons, associate professor of political science at Houston Baptist University. "They tend to be a little bit, sort of French element. In Florida, he picked up some support from the Klan. In Nevada, he picked up some support from prostitutes.". (Click2Houston, TX)

    Women's Basketball Knocks Off Rice 70-64 For Fifth-Straight Win  Jan 27, 2008
    HOUSTON - The University of Houston women's basketball team built an 18-point lead five minutes into the second half and hung on for a 70-64 win over Rice, Saturday in Conference USA action at Sharp Gymnasium on the campus of Houston Baptist University. Houston (11-9, 5-1 C-USA) led buzzer-to-buzzer, earned its fifth-straight win and took the season sweep over the Owls (8-13, 1-6 C-USA). (Uhcougars.com)

    Women's Basketball Starts Three-Game Road Swing At Rice Saturday  Jan 26, 2008
    HOUSTON - The University of Houston women's basketball team looks for the season sweep against crosstown rival Rice, Saturday at 2 p.m. in Conference USA action at Sharp Gymnasium on the campus of Houston Baptist University ... GAMEDAY INFORMATION Date: Saturday, Jan. 25, 2008 Tipoff: 2 p.m. (CST) Location: Houston, Texas Venue: Sharp Gymnasium - Houston Baptist University (1,500) Series: UH leads 40-7 Television: None Streaming: All-Access Broadcast at RiceOwls. (Uhcougars.com)

    People Profile -- Hastings enjoys role in Kruse’s continuous senior care  Jan 8, 2008
    Son, Christopher and wife, Allison, are located in Houston where he is a student of Houston Baptist University. So in addition to enjoying making many new friends with the residents of Kruse Village, as it continues to grow and better serve, David is looking forward to joining wife Susan in welcoming further additions to the family tree. (Brenham Banner, TX)

    Life & Times  Dec 15, 2007
    In a packed gym full of Houston Baptist University fans, Loyola's Women's Basketball Team defeated the Huskies, 78-66. . (The Maroon, LA)

    People Profile --New pastor at Chappell Hill church feels at home  Nov 27, 2007
    In that regard, the location and programs of Houston Baptist University certainly best fit the situation. Since HBU students must select two primary areas of study, Paula selected Christianity and English as her fields and, especially as graduation neared in the late 1990s, found Dr. David Capes, a professor teaching Greek subject matter, as a source of wisdom who greatly lessened her doubts a woman could become an effective minister. (Brenham Banner, TX)

    Buccaneers enter national tournament on a roll  Nov 15, 2007
    Blinn defeated Houston Baptist University in five straight scrimmage games after losing four of five against HBU last season. Then Blinn opened its season at the Midland Tournament and rolled over nationally-ranked Midland before advancing to the Missouri State-West Plains Tournament and defeating three ranked teams. (Brenham Banner, TX)

    ACC launches ROTC in January  Nov 14, 2007
    ROTC classes can be taken as electives or used to transfer into the military science program at UH, UH-Downtown, Houston Baptist University, Texas State University, Rice University or University of St. Thomas. "Students who take the courses will be eligible to compete for numerous scholarships and monetary benefits," said U. S. Army Capt. Richard Selvera, Assistant Professor of Military Science at UH. "If students wish to transfer to the UH, HBU, TSU, Rice or St. Thomas Army ROTC military... (Pearland Journal, TX)

    Panthers' foe making the jump from NAIA  Nov 9, 2007
    Houston Baptist University is perhaps best known for being the alma mater of professional golfer Colin Montgomerie, if it is known for anything at all in the athletic realm. For the past 17 seasons the Houston Baptist men's basketball team has played in obscurity in the Red River Athletic Conference in NAIA. And although the Huskies finished the 2002-03 season the top-ranked team in NAIA, coach Ron Cottrell knows what he is up against tonight at the Petersen Events Center when his team faces the... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)

    HISD Bond Squeaks By In Tight Race  Nov 7, 2007
    A professor at Houston Baptist University said bond proposals and ballot propositions do not entice many voters to show up at the polls. Chris Hammons said those who do show up typically feel very intensely about the issues. (Click2Houston, TX)

    The goal: reach nationals  Nov 3, 2007
    Blinn shut down Houston Baptist University, a Division I program, 84-64 during a preseason scrimmage, and Hill said the Lady Bucs weren t even playing their best that game. We re athletic enough to defend, Jenkins said, and this year every position can score. (Brenham Banner, TX)

    Houston Has Demand For Affordable Housing  Oct 30, 2007
    Nearly 200 people attended the meeting at Houston Baptist University on Monday. "There are many, many people in the Houston area who cannot afford decent housing," said Rep. (Click2Houston, TX)

    Andy Glockner  Oct 18, 2007
    On the other end was a reporter working on a story on Cottrell's newly reinstituted NAIA basketball program at Houston Baptist University. After speaking with Cottrell for a few minutes, the scribe mentioned he would also need to speak to the school's SID to get some additional information. (ESPN -- College Basketball)

    How Rudy can Ride Ahead  Oct 9, 2007
    In his address at Houston Baptist University in May (and through surrogates including pro-life stalwart Rep. Pete Sessions since), he seems to have recognized this and has tried to convince conservatives that he is not a pro-choice extremist. (Human Events Online)

    Nine join Northwestern College faculty  Sep 16, 2007
    Dahn also received a master's degree in music composition from Western Michigan University and a bachelor's degree in music theory and composition from Houston Baptist University. Composer of several commissioned pieces, he is currently developing a large ensemble work for Studio New Music of the Moscow Conservatory. (Sioux City Journal)

    Meridian Resource Announces New Executive as Senior Vice President, Exploration  Sep 12, 2007
    Steve received a B.S. in Physics from the University of Texas at Arlington, an M.S. in Geology from Texas Christian University and an M.B.A. from Houston Baptist University. The Company welcomes Mr. Western to The Meridian Resource Corporation, and is very pleased to add his extensive skills set and expertise to the Company's executive team. (Primezone Releases)

    Crusaders Picked 7th  Aug 29, 2007
    The Cru will take on Houston Baptist University in a 5:00 PM start on Friday before facing Mid-America Nazarene for a 3:00 PM start on Saturday. More Stories. (KWTX.com, TX)

    Stay Connected For Swords Volleyball  Aug 25, 2007
    The match up between your Chaminade Silverswords and the Briar Cliff Chargers is coming up following the conclusion of the match between Rollins University and Houston Baptist University. Please stay tuned for Live Stat coverage. (Goswords.com)

    Creating the perfect balance  Jun 18, 2007
    Studio Red currently has 30 to 35 projects of all sizes all over the country -- among them theater projects at Lee College in Baytown, The University of Texas at Brownsville and Houston Baptist University. The large-scale theater projects have moved Studio Red into some church projects as well, especially churches with large seating capacities. (Houston Business Journal, TX)

    Why Romney Can't Remember Anyone's Name  May 29, 2007
    Today, Rudy Giuliani spoke at Houston Baptist University in yet another attempt to put the abortion issue behind him. JFK wanted to prove that in America, there is no religious test to become president. (Slate)

    Straight talk  May 22, 2007
    Then, during a speech to a largely conservative audience at Houston Baptist University, Giuliani took the offensive and tried to clarify his position. He told the audience that he believes abortion is morally wrong, and he would advise anyone considering an abortion not to follow through with it. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Opinion)

    Giuliani's choice (Cal Thomas)  May 17, 2007
    Republican presidential candidate Rudy Giuliani picked the Friday before Mother's Day to tell students at Houston Baptist University that while he "hates" abortion and finds it "morally wrong," one must leave the ultimate decision to a pregnant woman. The young products of conception whose mothers chose to have them listened intently. (Washington Times, DC)

    Abortion a Tricky Issue for Romney, Giuliani  May 16, 2007
    On Friday, he did that in a speech at Houston Baptist University, in which he affirmed his belief in a woman's right to choose, and challenged the Republican Party to embrace him as the most electable candidate. "If we don't find a way of uniting around broad principles that will appeal to a large segment of this country, if we can't figure that out, we are going to lose this election," he said. (Newsmax)

    Giuliani stands up for abortion rights  May 14, 2007
    In his speech to a conservative audience at Houston Baptist University, Giuliani, former mayor of New York, acknowledged that his views on social issues were out of line with those of many Republicans. Related Articles. (International Herald Tribune)

    Giuliani Makes His Case  May 14, 2007
    In an introduction that pleased the Giuliani camp, the president of the University, analogizing to a Houston speech by John Kennedy who came to explain his independence from the Pope s dictates, explained : Today s speech may justifiably raise echoes of 47 years ago as a Presidential candidate, who s also a Catholic, speaks in the historically Protestant venue of Houston Baptist University. The bulk of his speech focused on issues which he deems more critical to the country s future: being on... (Human Events Online)

    Giuliani: Abortion wouldn't factor into picks for court  May 14, 2007
    "If we don't find a way of uniting around broad principles that will appeal to a large segment of this country, if we can't figure that out, we are going to lose this election," he said in the speech at Houston Baptist University ... Republican presidential candidate Rudy Giuliani speaks at Houston Baptist University Friday in Houston, Texas. (USA Today)

    Giuliani clarifies his stand on abortion, gays and guns  May 13, 2007
    Giuliani, a New York Catholic who once considered the priesthood, chose to make his stand before a conservative, Protestant audience at Houston Baptist University in an appearance arranged just Wednesday. D.C.: Immunity for Justice aide. (HeraldNet)

    Why Rudy is Striking Out...  May 13, 2007
    Mayor Rudy Giuliani intended to use the chance to address students and faculty at Houston Baptist University on Friday to boost his image and clarify his position - particularly on abortion ... Mayor Rudy Giuliani intended to use the chance to address students and faculty at Houston Baptist University on Friday to boost his image and clarify his position - particularly on abortion. (Townhall.com)

    Abortion issue puts Giuliani on defensive  May 13, 2007
    "I am open to seeking ways of limiting abortions, and I am open to decreasing abortions," he told an audience at Houston Baptist University. "But I believe you have to respect their (women's) viewpoint and give them a level of choice. I would grant women the right to make that choice.". (San Francisco Chronicle)

    Giuliani Clarifies Abortion Stance  May 12, 2007
    Speaking at Houston Baptist University, Giuliani spoke for about an hour addressing broad issues on terrorism, federalism and social issues. He spent several minutes discussing abortion before taking audience questions. (Fox News)

    Chris Harris Joins Women's Basketball Coaching Staff  May 12, 2007
    Harris led Houston Baptist University in the program's first-ever season to a 25-9 record, a NAIA final national ranking of #25 and an appearance in the 1998 NAIA National Tournament. His team was also ranked nationally in several offensive categories, including team scoring offense, team three-point percentage and team rebounding margin. (Gosoutheast.com)

    Rudy shifts tactics, admits liberal views  May 12, 2007
    Giuliani, a New York Catholic who once considered the priesthood, chose to make his stand before a conservative Protestant audience at Houston Baptist University in an appearance arranged just Wednesday. His embrace of abortion, which dramatically sets him apart from his Republican rivals, represents a political gamble that his campaign felt he had to take because his liberal views as New York City mayor in the 1990s give him little room to maneuver. (Newsday)

    Gingrich: Giuliani's position on abortion an obstacle  May 12, 2007
    On Friday in a speech at Houston Baptist University, Giuliani urged conservatives not to judge him solely on that issue, but also on his performance lowering taxes, fighting crime and opposing terrorism. His abortion-rights position puts Giuliani sharply at odds with social conservatives who will have a big say in choosing the GOP standard bearer in the 2008 presidential race. (AZCentral -- News)

    Giuliani admits pro-choice views  May 12, 2007
    Dave Einsel, Getty ImagesRepublican presidential candidate Rudy Giuliani speaks at Houston Baptist University Friday ... Meanwhile, in an article titled "Behind Giuliani's Pro-Choice Gamble," found at , author David Von Drehle states that "Giuliani's decision to be more forthright about his pro-choice stance on abortion may be the boldest step of the Presidential campaign so far. And while it's certainly a gamble, because it will likely inflame the social-issue conservatives who form a key... (Deseret News)

    Giuliani firm on favoring abortion  May 12, 2007
    "This is a matter of deep and profound judgment," he said in a speech at Houston Baptist University. "It's a matter of morals. It's a matter of your interpretation of how laws should operate, your interpretation of how respect for the rights of others should operate. "But in a country like ours. (Washington Times)

    Critics fault Romney's abortion record  May 11, 2007
    " Romney contributed $15,000 to the group, a past critic of his record, last December. His wife, Ann, also serves as co-chairman of the Massachusetts Citizens for Life capital campaign and sat beside him at the head table during the dinner. On Wednesday, when word of Ann Romney's 1994 Planned Parenthood donation surfaced, her husband said her donation should not have been considered unusual, given his own support for abortion rights at the time. Romney is not alone among the Republican... (Anchorage Daily News)

    Blinn sophomore Johnson scores 15 in all-star game  Apr 25, 2007
    "Tyson comes from a great family. He played in an outstanding junior-college league, and will bring a maturity and a toughness to our team. I'm really excited that Tyson has decided to become part of our program. Johnson was also recruited by Boise State, Hawaii, Nebraska and St. Louis.e wish we had him for another year or two or three, but that's how it works, Blinn coach Steve Spurlin said.Blinn went 15-15 last season with a 7-15 record in Region 14.Johnson is one of four Buccaneers who have... (Brenham Banner, TX)

    Houston Baptist makes a bid to rejoin the NCAA  Apr 5, 2007
    Houston Baptist University has announced that it has made application to rejoin the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) as a Division I member. The formal announcement was made Wednesday by HBU President Robert B. Sloan Jr. and Director of Athletics Ron Cottrell. (KHOU.com, TX)

    ’Dawgs fall in first round Baptist Western  Mar 15, 2007
    Sixth-seeded Houston Baptist University (Texas) posted a 64-63 upset over third-seeded Montana-Western in the first round of the 27th Annual NAIA Division I Women s Basketball Championship at Oman Arena. Dominique Thomas made the game-winner with 20 seconds to play, and Montana-Western s 3-point attempt from Becky O Neil found the back iron to give Houston Baptist its seventh consecutive NAIA Tournament first-round victory. (Montana Standard, MT)

    Hoop Tigers face Houston Baptist in KC on Thursday  Mar 12, 2007
    The Campbellsville University Tigers will play 13th-seeded Houston Baptist University in the first round of the Buffalo Funds NAIA Division 1 National Tournament in Kansas City, Mo. on Thursday at 10 a.m.. (Campbellsille Central Kentucky News Journal, KY)

    NAIA Division I Men's Basketball Championship Bracket Released  Mar 8, 2007
    Red River Athletic Conference - Wiley College (Texas)Red River Athletic Conference - Houston Baptist University (Texas)Sooner Athletic Conference - Oklahoma City UniversitySooner Athletic Conference - Southern Nazarene University (Okla. Southern States Athletic Conference - Auburn University-Montgomery (Ala. (Nabc.com)

    FBISD hires operating officer, curriculum director  Mar 6, 2007
    Pope earned a bachelor of science degree in psychology and history from Houston Baptist University. Additionally, he earned a masters degree in administration (planning and social policy) and a doctorate of education degree from Harvard University. (Rosenberg Herald-Coaster, TX)

    Titans hire Seahawks executive Reinfeldt as new GM  Feb 13, 2007
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    School closings  Jan 16, 2007
    Houston Baptist University. Houston Outdoor Learning Academy. (KHOU.com, TX)


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