About The Pillars Magazine
The Pillars is the news magazine of Houston Baptist University. Formerly known as HBU News, the magazine has a vital history. Originally, it was a newsletter that informed readers about the events, faculty and alumni of our younger University, which at the time was known as Houston Baptist College.
Our president, Dr. Robert Sloan, along with our board and administrative team, completed a driving vision document to cast the future for Houston Baptist University entitled The Ten Pillars, which was unanimously approved by our Board of Trustees on February 19, 2008. This missional vision statement is so essential to who we are and the growth steps ahead, that it seemed appropriate to adopt the new name, The Pillars.
Executive Council
University President, Dr. Robert Sloan
Interim Provost, Dr. Stan Napper
VP of Innovation and Strategic Marketing, Dr. Jerry Johnston
Director of Athletics, Steve Moniaci
Chief Financial Officer/Chief Operating Officer, Sandy Mooney
VP for Online/Digital Learning, Dr. Steve Peterson
VP for Advancement and University Relations, Sharon Saunders
VP for Enrollment Management, Dr. James Steen
Innovation and Strategic Marketing
Dr. Jerry Johnston, Editor
Clay Porter, Senior Director
Diane Tezeno, Writer & Deputy Editor
Michael Tims, Photographer
Michael Taylor, Video Editor
Contributors
Advancement and Alumni Relations
Department of Athletics
Dr. Anthony Joseph
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The Pillars, Houston Baptist University,
7502 Fondren Road, Houston, Texas 77074
Phone: 281.649.3000
Undergraduate Admissions: 281.649.3211
Graduate Admissions: 281.649.3269
Alumni: 281.649.3413
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