HPU receives grant from James A. “Buddy” Davidson Charitable Foundation
BROWNWOOD – April 13, 2018 – Howard Payne University has received a grant of $207,000 from the James A. “Buddy” Davidson Charitable Foundation of Midland. The funds are designated for HPU’s Biomedical Science Program, with $150,000 to be used for an endowed scholarship in Mr. Davidson’s name and the remaining $57,000 to be used for […]
Community tours HPU’s newly remodeled science labs
BROWNWOOD – December 8, 2017 – Howard Payne University’s School of Science and Mathematics hosted an Open House last week to celebrate the newly remodeled science labs in HPU’s Winebrenner Memorial Hall of Science. The reception took place in rooms 210, 211 and 212 of the facility, each of which […]
HPU forensic science students attend professional conference
BROWNWOOD – December 1, 2017 – Howard Payne University forensic science students recently attended the 2017 meeting of the Southwestern Association of Forensic Scientists held at the Fort Worth Stockyards. Attending the conference were Mackinzey Boyer, freshman forensic science and Guy D. Newman Honors Academy major from Granbury, and Alexa South, freshman forensic science/criminal justice […]
HPU to host Open House for newly remodeled science labs
BROWNWOOD – November 28, 2017 – Howard Payne University’s School of Science and Mathematics will host an Open House this Thursday, November 30, to celebrate the newly remodeled science labs in HPU’s Winebrenner Memorial Hall of Science. The come-and-go event will take place from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. in rooms 210, 211 and 212 […]
HPU hosts local fifth graders for Texas Arbor Day activities
BROWNWOOD – November 17, 2017 – Howard Payne University recently hosted a group of fifth graders from Brownwood’s Coggin Intermediate School for Texas Arbor Day activities. The students participated in fun, outdoor experiences and attended a tree ceremony on campus. HPU hosted the event as part of the university’s Tree Campus USA activities. Tree Campus […]
HPU students among judges at local science fair
BROWNWOOD – November 15, 2017 – Three Howard Payne University students were among the judges at a recent science fair for students at Brownwood’s Cross Classical Academy. Students in kindergarten through eighth grade participated in the fair. HPU judges included Paulo Flores, sophomore biochemistry major from Chandler; Montana Phelps, senior double major in engineering and […]
HPU faculty member earns doctoral degree
BROWNWOOD – October 12, 2017 – Howard Payne University’s Dennis Gibson, assistant professor of physical sciences, recently completed his Doctor of Philosophy degree with a major in chemistry from South Dakota State University. Dr. Gibson, who joined the HPU faculty this fall, titled his dissertation “Relationship of the fractal and chemical characteristics of self-assembled natural […]
HPU’s Cooper participates in medical research program
BROWNWOOD – October 4, 2017 – This past summer, Howard Payne University senior Abraham Cooper of Early participated in the Baylor College of Medicine (BCM) Summer Medical and Research Training (SMART) Program. The program was a twelve-week research opportunity for top undergraduate students across the country interested in biomedical sciences. Cooper was one of five […]
HPU names six faculty promotions
BROWNWOOD – September 19, 2017 – Howard Payne University announced the promotion of six faculty members at the beginning of the fall 2017 semester. Receiving promotions are Dr. Celeste Church, Dr. Gregory Church, Dr. Kevin Kelley, Dr. Paul Lilly, Dr. José Romero and Dr. Rusty Wheelington. “We’re proud to acknowledge the accomplishments of these individuals,” […]
Eleven full-time faculty members join HPU for fall semester
BROWNWOOD – August 24, 2017 – Howard Payne University began its fall 2017 semester this week with eleven new full-time faculty members among its ranks. “Our new faculty members bring a wealth of knowledge and experience that will greatly benefit our students and the university as a whole,” said Dr. W. Mark Tew, provost and […]
HPU’s forensic science program acquires mass spectrometer
BROWNWOOD – May 19, 2017 – Howard Payne University’s forensic science program recently acquired an Agilent tandem gas chromatograph-mass spectrometer, an analytical instrument that helps to identify chemicals based on molecular mass and ionic charge and is commonly used in many fields of science. The equipment was acquired as part of the Drug Enforcement Administration […]
HPU Biomedical Science Advisory Board holds inaugural meeting
BROWNWOOD – May 17, 2017 – Howard Payne University’s first Biomedical Science Advisory Board meeting was held on May 5 in the university’s Mabee University Center. The Biomedical Science Advisory Board consists of local health professionals who represent specific areas of practice. They will engage with HPU’s biomedical science scholars in various ways including hosting […]
Recent HPU graduate accepted into forensic science graduate program
BROWNWOOD – May 16, 2017 – Among the Howard Payne University seniors who crossed the stage during HPU’s recent Commencement ceremony was Kierstyn Evans of Anson. Evans, who earned a Bachelor of Science degree in forensic science, has been accepted into the forensic science graduate program at Texas Tech University. Evans is a lifelong fan […]
HPU student and faculty member present at Texas Academy of Science meeting
BROWNWOOD – April 28, 2017 – A student representative and a faculty member from Howard Payne University’s School of Science and Mathematics presented recently at the 2017 Texas Academy of Science meeting at the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor in Belton. Justin Hughes, freshman engineering science major from Llano, presented preliminary results on his work into […]
HPU’s Balderas awarded conference scholarship from Brownwood Garden Club
BROWNWOOD – April 27, 2017 – Howard Payne University junior Andrea Balderas recently received a scholarship from the Brownwood Garden Club to help fund her trip to the Botany 2017 – Botanical Crossroads conference in Fort Worth in June. “The Brownwood Garden Club is honored to award Miss Andrea Balderas a scholarship to attend the […]
HPU junior Hannah Justice accepted into medical school prep program
Howard Payne University junior Hannah Justice of Brownwood has been accepted into the Joint Admission Medical Program (JAMP). She is the first HPU student to be accepted into this prestigious medical school prep program. “I am so excited about this opportunity,” said Justice. “Throughout this journey, God has shown me how faithful He is to […]
HPU hosts Living WELL Aware™ event
BROWNWOOD – March 10, 2017 – Howard Payne University recently hosted guest speaker Patricia J. Sulak, MD, founder of the Living WELL Aware™ wellness educational program, who led members of the HPU community in a high-energy discussion on holistic wellness. Dr. Sulak is a researcher, professor, practicing physician, nationally acclaimed speaker and author of “Should […]
HPU launches Biomedical Science Program for students pursuing human-health careers
BROWNWOOD – February 20, 2017 – Howard Payne University announces the launch of a four-year Biomedical Science Program for students pursuing careers in medicine, dentistry, optometry, physical therapy, biomedical engineering, biomedical research and other human-health fields. The rigorous program, set within HPU’s distinctive Christian liberal arts framework, exceeds requirements for most health professions programs. In […]
HPU engineering science students serve as judges in robotics contest
BROWNWOOD – November 18, 2016 – Four Howard Payne University engineering science majors recently served as judges for a robotics contest at Early Middle School. Tami Hull, EMS robotics coach, invited the group to judge the competition among fourth- through eighth-grade students. The participants competed using LEGO Mindstorms robots. HPU students serving as judges were […]
HPU Herbarium to sponsor worldwide WeDigBio event
BROWNWOOD – October 13, 2016 – The Howard Payne University Herbarium will sponsor a Worldwide Engagement for Digitizing Bio Collections event on Saturday, October 22, from 9:00 a.m. to noon in room 113 of the university’s Winebrenner Memorial Hall of Science. The public is invited to participate. WeDigBio is a four-day event to promote biodiversity […]
More than 100 participate in HPU’s Summer and Young Scholars camps
BROWNWOOD – August 2, 2016 – Howard Payne University closed out a successful season of summer camps recently with 106 children on campus for the weeklong Summer Scholars and Young Scholars programs. This year’s theme was “Brain Games” in honor of the 2016 Summer Olympics. The popular camps featured innovative instruction in robotics, 3D […]
HPU hosts Math Career Day
BROWNWOOD – May 4, 2016 – Howard Payne University recently hosted HPU mathematics students and faculty members as well as students from Early High School for a Math Career Day. The event was held in the Richard and Wanda Jackson Room of the Paul and Jane Meyer Faith and Life Leadership Center on the university’s […]
Ten HPU students tour health-profession schools
BROWNWOOD – April 29, 2016 – Ten Howard Payne University students recently traveled to the Dallas/Fort Worth area to visit schools specializing in various health professions. The purpose of this yearly trip is to tour and learn about various medical programs such as allopathic medicine, osteopathic medicine and physical therapy. The students had the opportunity […]
HPU’s University Colloquium Series presents herbarium event
BROWNWOOD – February 11, 2016 – Howard Payne University will host its first University Colloquium Series event of the year Friday, February 19, 10:00-10:50 a.m. in Room 121 of HPU’s Winebrenner Hall. This University Colloquium Series event is entitled Project H.E.L.P. (HPU herbarium, engage in citizen science, locate/label and participate in data collection). Discussion will […]
Area businessmen fund HPU student research projects
BROWNWOOD – February 9, 2016 – Two students in Howard Payne University’s Research Problems in Chemistry course have received donations from area businessmen to aid in the completion of undergraduate research projects. The students, Samuel Parmley, senior from Bastrop, and Sarah Van Remmen, senior from Santo, each received $300 to fund their studies. Dr. Derek […]