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CATALOGOFHOWARD PAYNEUNIVERSITYUndergraduate and Graduate Catalog2020-2021One Hundred and Thirtieth SessionBrownwood, Texas76801325-646-25021
HOWARD PAYNE UNIVERSITYVOLUME CXXXJUNE 1, 2020PUBLISHED ANNUALLY BY HOWARD PAYNE UNIVERSITYTHIS CATALOG BECOMES EFFECTIVE ON JUNE 1, 2020CONTRACTA candidate may obtain a degree according to the requirements of the catalog under which he/she enters theuniversity or under the catalog for any subsequent year in which he/she is registered, provided all requirementsare completed within six years from the beginning date of the catalog chosen. Degree requirements must becompleted under one catalog in effect during the student’s enrollment at Howard Payne University.Howard Payne University reserves the right to change degree requirements for all students if it is needed toimprove the degree programs and/or to make a curriculum program consistent for all students. Changes in theacademic program may be necessary to improve the effectiveness of the educational program. All such changesare effective at such times as the proper authorities determine and may apply not only to prospective studentsbut to those who already are enrolled in the university. All policies concerning non-curriculum requirements areeffective for all students as of June 1, 2020. This version of the catalog will govern the 2020-2021 academic yearfrom June 1, 2020 through May 31, 2021.While every effort has been made to make this publication as complete and accurate as possible, changes andtypographical errors may occur which might require correction.Nondiscrimination StatementHoward Payne University is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in education and employment. HowardPayne University’s policy is to prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type and to afford equal opportunitiesto students and prospective students, without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), national origin,age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status. The university will conform to the spirit as well as the letterof all applicable laws and regulations. The university does, however, reserve the right to discriminate on thebasis of religion in its employment, admissions, student policies, activities and programs, as it has been exemptedby the Department of Education from certain provisions of Title IX in accordance with the university’s sincerereligious beliefs.The Howard Payne University policies and processes regarding non-discrimination, including but not limited toTitle IX, the Violence Against Women Act, The Clery Act, and Texas legislation, are located in the HPU AdministrativePolicies and the HPU Student Handbook. Information is also avaialble on the HPU website and HPU Gateway. Foradditional information, please contact the Office of Human Resources and/or the Office of Student Life.Howard Payne University reserves the right to adjust policies, processes, and plans in order to address the healthand safety concerns involving the HPU campuses and local communities. This incldues, but is not limited to, theuniversity calendar, teaching delivery systems, and/or housing arrangements.Any adjustments will be communicated through HPU email and/or the HPU Emergency Alert System, Universitysocial media channels (Facebook and Twitter), and the HPU website, depending on the nature of the adjustments.Grounded in our faith and Christ-like love and care for each other, we are committed to remaining flexible toaddress the current and emgerging needs of our campuses and communities.2
DIRECTORY FOR CORRESPONDENCEInformation about Howard Payne University may be obtained by contacting the following:Academic matters, faculty employment . . Vice President of Academic Affairs325-649-8002Academic Accommodations . Collegium325-649-8616Accreditation . Accreditation Liaison325-649-8081Admissions.Associate Vice President for Enrollment Management325-649-8020Athletics . . Director of Athletics325-649-8830Campus visits . . Campus Visit Coordinator325-649-8020Class schedules, transcripts, withdrawals, grades Registrar325-649-8011Counseling . University Counselor325-649-8810Finances, bill payment . Controller325-649-8013Financial aid information . . Director, Financial Aid325-649-8015Gifts, endowments, alumni services . . University Advancement325-649-8006International programs . . Director, International Study and Academic Travel325-649-8179News items, communications . . Director of Media Relations325-649-8046Student life, residence halls . Vice President for Student Life and Dean of Students325-649-8017Switchboard. 325-646-2502Off-campus Learning Centers:El Paso Learning Center805 Montana Ave.El Paso, TX 79902Phone number: (915) 533-8500Fax number: (915) 533-8520www.hputx.edu/elpasoHoward Payne University New Braunfels4102 Loop 337, Suite 100New Braunfels, TX 78130Phone: (325) 649-8023www.hputx.edu/newbraunfels3
Table of ContentsHoward Payne University Board of Trustees 5Guy D. Newman Honors Academy Board of Directors 5Administration.6Administrative Staff.6Faculty.7General Information.14Admission.19Financial Information.23Financial Aid.28Student Life.35Academic Information.42Academic Programs:School of Business.77School of Christian Studies.84School of Education.93School of Humanities.118Guy D. Newman Honors Academy 131School of Music and Fine Arts 133School of Nursing.144School of Science and Mathematics 149Master of Arts in Youth Ministry Degree Program 237Master of Arts in Theology and Ministry 240Master of Business Administration Program 242Master of Education in Sport and Wellness Leadership Graduate Degree Program245Course Descriptions – Undergraduate 166Course Descriptions – Graduate.247Campus Information.255University Calendar of Events.258Appendix.260The Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) 261Personal and Professional Integrity Policy 263Grade Appeal Policy.263Academic and Financial Aid Appeals Process 264Copyright Infringement Policy 267Transfer Credit Evaluation Policy and Procedures 268Veterans Education Benefit Program 271HPU Gateway.273Texas Common Course Numbering System 274College-level Examination Program 278Advanced Placement Program 279Texas Commission on Law Enforcement 280Glossary.281Index.288Family Education Rights and Privacy Act of 1974Howard Payne University complies with the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act of 1974. University policy explains in detail the procedures to beused by the institution for compliance with the provisions of the act. Additional information regarding FERPA is available in the appendix of this catalogand copies of the policy can be found in the Office of the Registrar.The release of information to the public without the written consent of the student will be limited to categories of information designed as directoryinformation. The student may request that any of this information be withheld from the public by making written request to the Office of the Registrarprior to the 8th class day of a fall or spring semester, or the 4th class day of a summer term. Directory information includes name, address (local andhome), telephone number, email address (campus and personal), parent’s or guardian’s name, spouse’s name, marital status, dates of attendance,classification, previous institution(s) attended, degrees conferred (including dates), past and present participation in officially recognized sports andactivities, physical factors (height, weight for athletics), date and place of birth, and photographs (still photo, video, etc.).4
Howard Payne UniversityBoard of TrusteesOfficersMs. Deborah Cartwright, ChairpersonMr. Ronnie Andrews, First Vice ChairpersonMr. Robert Morrison, Second Vice ChairpersonMr. Marc Dingler, SecretaryTerm Expiring 2020Term Expiring 2021Ms. Deborah CartwrightMs. Jane ColletteMr. Gary DavisMr. Dwayne GroomsMr. Jacob “Jake” MontoyaMr. Matthew T. PrestonMr. Roy RobbMr. David L. RobnettRev. Candy SmithMr. Johnny “Jonny” SnowRev. Ray StillMrs. Lesley Collier WyseMr. Ronnie AndrewsMr. Gregory BrunerMr. Lance CurrieJudge Steve EllisDr. Wayne GrantMr. Jim JonesDr. Ronnie MarriottMr. James SchmeltekopfMr. Kenneth StimsonDr. Leonard UnderwoodTerm Expiring 2021Mr. Keith ClarkRev. L.J. ClaytonMr. Daniel DevineyMr. Marc Dingler, IVDr. Brent GentzelMr. Alan HoughMr. Randy LewallynDr. David LowrieMr. Darrell MilesDr. Bernardo “Bernie” MoragaMr. Robert MorrisonMr. Carter SharpeDr. Bill Taylor, Sr.Mrs. Johanna “Jo” WilsonGuy D. Newman Honors AcademyBoard of DirectorsMr. Hugh AkinMr. Ben BarnesMr. Rex BessentMr. Othal Brand, Jr.Mr. J. David BullionMrs. Belinda ColyerMr. Jack CromartieMr. Gene DeasonDr. Jerry DeHayMr. Phil DurenMr. Guy B. Garner, IIIMs. Emily GoreMr. Matt HenryMs. Jane JolleyMrs. Ann JonesMrs. Mandy LockerMr. Ralph McCalmontMrs. Anna McKimMrs. Tamara MiddletonMr. Micheal B. MurrayMr. J. Eric Nickols5Mr. Robert PorterMr. Alan RobertsonMr. J. Mac RustMrs. Mary Emma SmithMr. Peter TartMr. John B. TuggleDr. Leonard UnderwoodMrs. Pat Long Weaver
Administrative Staff and FacultyAdministration and Administrative Staff (2020-2021)AdministrationCory Hines, Ph.D. PresidentDonnie Auvenshine, Ph.D. Vice President for Academic AffairsMagen Bunyard, Ed.D. Vice President for Student Life and Dean of StudentsBill Fishback, B.B.A. Associate Vice President for Business and Human ResourcesBenjamin Martin, Ed.D. .Associate Vice President for Enrollment ManagementDale Meinecke, Ph.D. Vice President for DevelopmentMichael Rodgers, CPA. Chief Financial Officer, Vice President for Finance and AdministrationAcademic DeansRichard Fiese, Ph.D.Dean, School of Music and Fine ArtsGary Gramling, Ph.D. Dean, School of Christian StudiesKylah Clark-Goff, Ph.D. Dean, School of EducationGerry Clarkson, Ph.D. Interim Dean, School of Science and MathematicsMillard Kimery, Ph.D. Dean, School of HumanitiesBrad Lemler, Ph.D. Dean, School of BusinessWendy McNeeley, Ph.D.Dean, General EducationNina Ouimette, Ed.D. Dean, School of NursingAdministrative StaffAnthony Arreola, B.S. Enterprise Systems AdministratorEmily Attaway, CPA, M.S. Director of Financial ReportingLaura Benoit, A.A.S. Director, Development and Alumni RelationsDebbie Childs. Director, University EventsAbram Choate, M.Ed. Assistant Director of Athletics for CommunicationsTyler Christianson, M.S. Database AdministratorCeleste Church, D.M.A. Assistant Vice President for Academic AffairsRoger Dewell. Director of FacilitiesDeborah Dill, M.L.S. Director of LibrariesMarcie Drew, M.B.A. ControllerTroy Drummond M. Ed. Associate Director of Athletics for OperationsNicholas Ewen, Ph.D. Director, TheatreRussell Ezzell, M.B.A. Network AdministratorAdrian Gil, Ph.D. Assistant Vice President, El Paso CenterJodi Goode, Ph.D. Assistant Vice President, Information Technology ServicesGary Gramling, Ph.D. Director, Christian Studies Graduate ProgramsP. J. Gramling, B.B.A. Director, AdmissionJake Hale, B.S. Director of Football Operations/Assistant Football CoachJill Heupel, Ed.D. Director, Sport and Wellness Graduate ProgramWhitney Hooper, M.B.A. Assistant Vice President , New Braunfels CenterKaren LeQuay, B.S. Director, Financial AidTammy Lowrey. Executive Assistant to the PresidentCheryl Mangrum, B.G.S. Associate Director, AdmissionRobert Mangrum, Ph.D. University HistorianJordan Martinez, M.A. Director of Gifts ManagementWendy McNeeley, Ph.D. Assistant Vice President, University RecordsJennifer McNiece, Ph.D. Director, International Study and Academic TravelMatthew McNiece, Ph.D. Director, Guy D. Newman Honors AcademyKyle Mize, M.P.W.Assistant Vice President for University CommunicationsFrank Nelson, M.M.Ed. Director, BandsScott Owen, M.A.Director, Wellness CenterDiane Owens, M.Ed.Director, Pre-collegiate Music ProgramBob Pacatte. Director, Department of Public SafetyKeith Platte, M.Div. Director, Baptist Student MinistryHunter Sims, M.S. Director of AthleticsJamie Skaggs, R.N. University NurseRachel Smith, M.S. Director of Athletic Training ServicesJoshua Snow, B.A.A.S. . . Director, Student Activities6
Administrative Staff and FacultyKimberly Thomas, M.S. . . University CounselorJohn Wilson, M.Ed. . Assistant Driector of Athletics, Internal OperationsBobby Womack, B.S. Systems AdministratorFaculty and Administration (2020-2021)DONNIE G. AUVENSHINE, Vice President of Academic Affairs (1993)B.A., Howard Payne University, 1975; M.Div., Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, 1980; Ph.D., ibid, 1987.FREDERICK L. BEELBY, Associate Professor of Kinesiology; Director, Outdoor Recreation Center and Physical Activities Courses (2001)B.S., California State University, 1973; M.Ed., Texas A&M University, 1986; Ed.D., Texas Tech University, 2000.CHARLES W. BOLAND, CPA, Professor of Accounting; Chair, Department of Accounting (1981) TenuredB.B.A., University of Mississippi, 1975; M.B.A., ibid, 1976.RACHEL BOURKE, Assistant Professor of Social Work; Director, Social Work Program (2018)B.A., University of Denver, 1998; M.S.W., ibid, 2006.DANNY BRUNETTE-LÓPEZ, Associate Professor of Spanish; Chair, Department of Modern Languages (2011)B.A., Michigan State University, 1994; M.A., ibid, 1996; Ph.D., University of Arizona, 2003.MAGEN L. BUNYARD Vice President for Student Life; Dean of Students (2014)B.A., Stephen F. Austin State University, 2000; M.A., ibid, 2005; Ed.D., University of North Texas, 2014.TERESA CAVITT, Instructor of Kinesiology (1999)B.A., University of Texas at Arlington, 1986; M.Ed., Howard Payne University, 2017.CELESTE CHURCH, Assistant Vice President for Academic Affairs (2005)B.M., Baylor University, 1990; M.C.M., Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, 1997; D.M.A., Texas Tech University, 2007.GREGORY CHURCH, Professor of Music (2004)B.M., Wingate University, 1989; M.C.M., Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, 1998; D.M.A., Texas Tech University, 2007.DAVID (DAVE) CLABORN, Professor of Government (2017)B.A., University of North Texas, 1995; Ph.D., University of Massachusetts Amherst, 2008.KYLAH CLARK-GOFF, Dean, School of Education; Chair, Department of Education; Professor of Education (2016)B.S., Baylor University, 1995; M.Div., Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, 2001; Ph.D., Texas A & M University, 2008.GERRY CLARKSON, Associate Professor of Physical Science; Chair, Department of Physical Sciences; Interim Dean, School of Science and Mathematics(1990)A.A., Potomac State College, 1976; B.A., O
Judge Steve Ellis Dr. Wayne Grant Mr. Jim Jones Dr. Ronnie Marriott Mr. James Schmeltekopf Mr. Kenneth Stimson Dr. Leonard Underwood Term Expiring 2021 Mr. Keith Clark Rev. L.J. Clayton Mr. Daniel Deviney Mr. Marc Dingler, IV Dr. Brent Gentzel Mr. Alan Hough Mr. Randy Lewallyn Dr. David Lowrie Mr. Darrell Miles Dr. Bernardo "Bernie" Moraga .
