As the Texas heat intensifies, University Hill continues to thrive, not with the roar of a fall semester crowd but with the steady rhythm of orientation, community building, and summer work.
A breakthrough study conducted at UT Southwestern Medical Center and led by Dr. Dongjae Jun, biology professor at Dallas Baptist University, has identified a new treatment strategy for Schnyder Corneal Dystrophy (SCD), a rare eye disease in which cholesterol accumulates in the cornea and clouds vision.
At Dallas Baptist University, stories of transformation, calling, and global impact are more than anecdotes—they are testimonies of lives shaped by Christ-centered servant leadership. Matthew Johnston, a 2012 graduate with an MA in Global Leadership with a specialization in TESOL, is one such story, woven with faith, cultural engagement, and a lifelong commitment to literacy and service.
Dallas Baptist University proudly celebrates Dr. Norma Hedin, Provost, who has been named a 2025 Distinguished Alumna by Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary (SWBTS). The recognition, announced by SWBTS, honors alumni who have made a lasting impact on Christian ministry and education.
This spring, Cora Moncibaiz (’23), a proud Dallas Baptist University alumna, was named one of the 2025 Future Texas Business Legend Scholars by the Texas Business Hall of Fame (TBHF). Selected from universities across Texas, Cora joins a prestigious cohort of 21 outstanding students recognized for their entrepreneurial drive, leadership, and vision for the future of business in the Lone Star State.
Rebecca Roush (‘18) has charted an inspiring path shaped by discipline, compassion, and a deep sense of purpose. A standout student-athlete, professional leader, and devoted wife and mother, her story is a testament to how God uses every season, setbacks and successes alike, for growth and impact.
Dallas Baptist University is pleased to share that Dr. Gary Cook, Chancellor of DBU, was honored with the 2025 Texas Baptists Legacy Award on Sunday, June 1, during a special service held at Independence Baptist Church in Independence, Texas. The award, presented by Texas Baptists, honors individuals who have demonstrated a lifetime of faithful Christian service and impactful leadership within Texas Baptist life.
At the intersection of faith, service, and leadership stands Andrew Herndon—a trailblazer for DBU and the newly appointed Battalion Commander in the University of Texas at Arlington's ROTC program, which DBU ROTC students participate in. With grit forged in military training and character shaped by Christ-centered mentorship, Andrew's journey is one of purpose and quiet strength.
Keely Boutwell has been a storyteller for as long as she can remember. From a young age, she’s been captivated by the power of stories—so much so that she would often rewrite Disney princess tales and recruit her sisters to perform in impromptu plays and musicals of her creation. What began as childhood play soon grew into a lifelong passion. Lining her shelves are notebooks, each one holding a world of her imagination. Some are half-finished, others complete, but all echo with stories Keely was compelled to tell. Now, she’s stepping into a new chapter: bringing one of her long-envisioned stories to life on screen.
Dallas Baptist University has officially launched its "Stand Firm. Stand Out." capital campaign, a strategic initiative to elevate the growth and impact of the Don and Linda Carter School of Business and a new state-of-the-art facility to house the Carter School of Business on DBU's campus. The campaign aims to raise funds for the new building, along with student scholarships, program development, and faculty support.
