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  Around the State: DBU group journeys to Oxford; Baylor prof offers antipoverty agenda for public health

  Dallas Baptist University sent 27 doctoral students and others to England for the 11th annual Oxford Institute through the Gary Cook School of Leadership. A Baylor University professor wants the nation’s next surgeon general to spread awareness about the harmful impact of poverty on health.

  07/12/2017 - By Ken Camp

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  Around the State: DBU students serve in England and Peru; Texans recognized by CBF

  Students from Dallas Baptist University serve in England and Peru. Texas Baptists receive awards and are elected to leadership roles at the Cooperative Baptist Fellowship general assembly. Daniel Brown is named executive director of strategic initiatives at Wayland Baptist University.

  07/05/2017 - By Ken Camp

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  Around the State: Baylor passes $100 million in fund-raising; Wayland names advancement VP

  For the sixth consecutive year, Baylor University received more than $100 million in gifts, pledges and planned commitments. Wayland Baptist University named Kevin Ludlum vice president of advancement.

  06/28/2017 - By Ken Camp

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  Around the State: Disaster Relief Day, awards, promotions, more

  Churhces around the state will observe Texas Baptist Men Disaster Relief Day June 25. Texas Baptists also won awards, got promoted and received new jobs.

  06/21/2017 - By Marv Knox

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  Around the State: DBU group tours Germany; HPU selects Sumners Scholars

  A Dallas Baptist University study group traveled to Germany to explore the lives and legacies of Martin Luther and Dietrich Bonhoeffer. Four students from Howard Payne University’s Guy D. Newman Honors Academy were selected as Sumners Scholars.

  06/14/2017 - By Ken Camp

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  Around the State: DBU honors adviser; Baylor board approves two regents

  Dallas Baptist University names Adviser of the Year. Baylor regents appoint representatives from athletic organizations. 

  06/07/2017 - By Ken Camp

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  Around the State: Hispanic Education Fair set; Howell and Stripling to receive Legacy Awards

  Educate Texas Hispanic Education Fair scheduled June 24 in San Antonio. Elmin Howell and Paul Stripling to receive the 2017 Texas Baptist Legacy Awards. 

  05/31/2017 - By Ken Camp

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  Around the State: Historical journal editor steps down; CLC elects officers

  Mike Williams is stepping down as editor of Texas Baptist History, the journal of the Texas Baptist Historical Society. The Texas Baptist Christian Life Commission elected officers. East Texas Baptist University received recognition for its Neighborhood Renewal Initiative.

  05/24/2017 - By Ken Camp

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  Around the State: HPU recognizes servant leaders; Houston honors Buckner

  Howard Payne University recognized students for servant leadership. Houston declared ‘Buckner International Day.’

  05/17/2017 - By Ken Camp

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  Around the State: First Baptist Allen students sweep Bible Drill and Speakers Tournament

  Students from First Baptist in Allen swept the state Bill Drill competition. East Texas Baptist University plans its Hilltop University conference for senior adults.

  05/10/2017 - By Ken Camp

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  Around the State: Joni Eareckson Tada addresses DBU, Model UN team from HPU wins

  Joni Eareckson Tada speaks at Dallas Baptist University. A student team from Howard Payne University won multiple awards at the International Model United Nations conference in Milan, Italy.

  05/03/2017 - By Ken Camp

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  Around the State: Balloon release at Leander anniversary; UMHB honors African-American grad

  Round Mountain Baptist Church in Leander celebrated its 25th anniversary Easter Sunday with a balloon release. The University of Mary Hardin-Baylor inducted Ruth Tomlin, the university’s first African-American graduate, into its Heritage Club.

  04/26/2017 - By Ken Camp