Four Sumners Scholars named at HPU
BROWNWOOD – April 8, 2025 – Four Howard Payne University students were recently selected as Sumners Scholars by the Sumners Foundation: Abigail Henderson, biomedical science major from Junction; Cate Gramling, double major in elementary education and practical theology from Rowlett; Brock Horton, double major in the Guy D. Newman Honors Academy and accounting from Fort […]
HPU hosts Sumners Social for current and prospective students
BROWNWOOD – January 21, 2025 – Howard Payne University Sumners Scholars hosted the Sumners Social on January 20, providing information to prospective and current students about the Sumners Scholar Program. Information was shared about the scholarship program’s eligibility requirements, application process and benefits. The event was hosted in conjunction with the HPU Office of Admission […]
Ceremony celebrates completion of HPU’s first Spanish for Law Enforcement and Social Work class
BROWNWOOD – December 11, 2024 – Howard Payne University’s Spanish for Law Enforcement and Social Work class concluded with a special ceremony honoring the students’ completion of coursework on December 5. The curriculum was designed to teach Spanish specifically for application in the law enforcement and social work fields. Spanish for Law Enforcement has been […]
HPU junior Chris Martinez receives CIC/UPS Scholarship
BROWNWOOD – November 18, 2024 – Howard Payne University student Chris Martinez, a junior kinesiology major from Brownwood, has been selected as a recipient of a CIC/UPS Scholarship provided by Independent Colleges and Universities of Texas and its national partner, the Council of Independent Colleges (CIC) through its CIC/UPS Educational Endowment. Martinez is thankful for […]
HPU names Dr. Mary Agboola as coordinator to new Office of Graduate Studies
BROWNWOOD – October 31, 2024 – Howard Payne University recently named Dr. Mary Agboola as the new coordinator of graduate studies and special projects in academic affairs. Dr. Agboola will oversee HPU’s newly created Office of Graduate Studies. This office offers a consolidated contact point for HPU’s four graduate programs. Dr. Jill Heupel, associate vice […]
HPU’s Division of Engineering sees recent successes
BROWNWOOD – September 30, 2024 – Howard Payne University’s Division of Engineering has seen recent successes with several of its graduates and a current student. Recent graduates Ryan Robertson and Joseph Burcham have had exciting opportunities available immediately after graduating from HPU’s Engineering Science program. Additionally, senior Layton Pratt presented at the 15th International Applied […]
HPU hosts new Career and Student Success Week
BROWNWOOD – September 27, 2024 – HPU hosted a new Career and Student Success Week from September 23-27 to provide a variety of activities for students centered around the areas of career preparation and success while in college. More than 100 individuals participated in the week, which was coordinated through the offices of Career Services, […]
HPU begins implementation of Quality Enhancement Plan with academic coaching
BROWNWOOD – September 16, 2024 – Howard Payne University began implementation of its 2024-2029 Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP) with the start of the fall 2024 semester. This QEP is titled “Game Plan for Academic Achievement – GPA+: Academic Coaching for Jacket Success,” and is designed to help students build the skills they need to succeed […]
HPU welcomes five new faculty members at start of academic year
BROWNWOOD – August 21, 2024 – Howard Payne University welcomed five faculty members for the 2024-2025 academic year. New to HPU are Dr. Wade Ashby, associate professor of computer information systems and dean of online education; Lajeana Hayes-Long, assistant professor of nursing; Cody Hutcheson, instructor of music; Lisa Medlin, J.D., assistant professor of criminal justice; […]
HPU confers degrees to 149 graduates at recent Commencement ceremonies
BROWNWOOD – August 2, 2024 – Howard Payne University recently awarded 149 degrees at Commencement ceremonies held for August 2023, December 2023 and May 2024 graduates. Degrees were presented by Dr. Cory Hines, HPU president, and other university personnel. The ceremonies were held on May 11 in HPU’s Mims Auditorium. Graduation honors are based on […]
Dr. Wade Ashby assumes new role as HPU’s dean of online education
BROWNWOOD – July 1, 2024 – Howard Payne University recently appointed Dr. Wade Ashby as dean of online education and associate professor and chair of the Department of Computer Information Systems. In his new role as dean of online education, Dr. Ashby will help provide the tools and training for HPU faculty to offer high […]
Brownwood’s Joseph Burcham develops innovative engineering project while at HPU
BROWNWOOD – June 26, 2024 – As a Brownwood native, Joseph Burcham didn’t have to travel far for a college education at Howard Payne University. However, his road to graduation as an engineering science major led to an innovative way to light rural interstate highways. “My project is a system-based design harvesting mechanical electrical power […]
HPU nursing program earns 100 percent pass rate on NCLEX-RN
BROWNWOOD – June 12, 2024 – The Texas Board of Nursing confirmed the Howard Payne University nursing program’s 2023 pass rate of 100 percent on the NCLEX-RN at its April 2024 board meeting. The test is a nationwide licensing exam for nurses and provides a measurement of nursing competence. HPU’s Bachelor of Science in Nursing […]
HPU’s Commencement weekend activities celebrate newest graduates
BROWNWOOD – May 16, 2024 – Howard Payne University recently celebrated its most recent graduates with Commencement ceremonies on May 11. Dr. Cory Hines, president, and other university representatives conferred the degrees. An honorary Doctor of Divinity degree was presented to Ray Still, senior pastor at Oakwood Baptist Church in New Braunfels and former HPU […]
Four HPU students named as Sumners Scholars by the Sumners Foundation
BROWNWOOD – May 15, 2024 – Four Howard Payne University students were selected as Sumners Scholars by the Sumners Foundation: Madeline Duncan, Kellen McKee, Addison Roden and Adrielle Sloan. Sumners Scholars receive a $7,500-per-semester scholarship from the Sumners Foundation for tuition, fees, books or room and board, alongside unique opportunities to hear from congressional and […]
HPU recognizes 56 students for academic achievement
BROWNWOOD – May 10, 2024 – Howard Payne University recently recognized 56 students for their academic achievements in the 2023-2024 school year. Award recipients represent majors, minors and other academic programs. Abilene Madison King, Honor Award in Spanish, Outstanding Student in Media Production Ryleigh Watson, Outstanding Student in Media Production Amarillo Kyndali Duran, Outstanding Major […]
HPU hosts event for current students interested in Sumners Scholar Program
BROWNWOOD – February 6, 2024 – Howard Payne University recently held the Sumners Social, offering information to current HPU students interested in the Sumners Scholar Program. All current students eligible to apply for the scholarship program were invited. The event was hosted by current Sumners Scholars and Charles Lewis, HPU’s director of development and Sumners […]
Ceremony marks completion of HPU’s Spanish for Healthcare Professionals class for fall 2023
BROWNWOOD – January 10, 2024 – Howard Payne University’s fall 2023 Spanish for Healthcare Professionals class hosted a special ceremony honoring the students’ completion of coursework. The curriculum was designed to teach Spanish specifically for application in the medical field. The course, typically offered every other fall semester, was taught by Dr. Danny Brunette-López, professor […]
Dr. Michael Rosato returns to HPU as dean and professor of education
BROWNWOOD – October 2, 2023 – Howard Payne University recently appointed Dr. Michael Rosato as dean and professor of education in the university’s School of Education. Dr. Rosato returned to HPU prior to the beginning of the fall 2023 semester. He previously served in this role at HPU from 2006 to 2015. “We are excited […]
HPU junior Emily Moran accepted into the Joint Admission Medical Program
BROWNWOOD – September 26, 2023 – Howard Payne University student Emily Moran of Coleman recently became the second HPU student to be accepted into the Joint Admission Medical Program (JAMP). This program helps undergraduate students who want to enter the medical field by preparing them for medical school. JAMP is a state-funded program that consists […]
HPU offers Health Science Enrichment Workshop to high school juniors and seniors
BROWNWOOD – September 13, 2023 – Howard Payne University hosted the first annual Health Science Enrichment Workshop (HSEW) this past summer. The two-day program was sponsored by the Joint Admission Medical Program (JAMP) and provided participating high school juniors and seniors hands-on learning opportunities on the HPU campus and onsite at Hendrick Medical Center Brownwood. […]
HPU creates Center for Student Success to strengthen academic achievement
BROWNWOOD – July 5, 2023 – Howard Payne University recently announced the creation of the Center for Student Success, a program focused on improving academic outcomes for undergraduate students enrolled at the university. The resources offered by the center will complement existing student-success initiatives to prepare students comprehensively for success upon graduation and entry into […]
HPU confers degrees to 149 graduates at recent Commencement ceremonies
BROWNWOOD – June 30, 2023 – Howard Payne University recently awarded 149 degrees at Commencement ceremonies held for August 2022, December 2022 and May 2023 graduates. Degrees were presented by Dr. Cory Hines, HPU president, and other university personnel. The ceremonies were held on May 13 in HPU’s Mims Auditorium. Graduation honors are based on […]
HPU highlights Sumners Scholars program at recent event
BROWNWOOD – February 15, 2023 – Howard Payne University recently hosted the Sumners Social for prospective and current students, with nearly 60 attendees gathering as HPU Sumners Scholars shared the opportunities of the Sumners Scholar program over free hot chocolate and s’mores. The event was held in conjunction with the HPU’s Office of Admissions as […]
Two HPU academic programs to host shoe drive through Nov. 2
BROWNWOOD – October 13, 2022 – Howard Payne University’s Department of Spanish and Hispanic Studies and Department of Social Work are partnering with the non-profit organization Buckner International to collect shoes for vulnerable children across the globe. The shoe drive will take place through Nov. 2 with donation boxes located in various buildings on the […]