College Spotlight

Location: Abilene, TX• Abilene is about 401 miles (6 hours) from

Humble/Kingwood• Abilene is the location of two other

universities: McMurry & Abilene Christian University.

Colors

PurpleandGold

History

• Abilene Baptist College began in 1891.• The school didn’t have enough money to

finish building, but was saved when a New York preacher, Dr. James B. Simmons, donated the money they needed.

• They became a university in 1925 and changed their name to Simmons University.

• In the Depression, they nearly closed due to lack of money, but were again saved when Mary and John G. Hardin of Burkburnet, TX donated money to help them stay open.

• In 1934, they changed their name to Hardin-Simmons University.

Academics

HSU offers courses in geography, Greek, Hebrew, humanities, and physical sciences, as well. The university offers a

doctorate in physical therapy, the first in Texas which is open to private citizens, as well as Doctor of Education,

Doctor of Ministry and a Doctor of Science degrees.

Ministry

Hardin-Simmons is a private Baptist University. Church services are held weekly for the entire student body. Students get involved in Bible Study groups and go on mission

trips, in addition to hosting concerts and other campus events.

Mascot: Cowboys and Cowgirls

Six White Horses

These world famous western-style riders on WhiteHorses, carry the six flags that have flown over Texas.They have performed for millions in parades, rodeos andat many other public functions.

Hand SignalThis is the hand signal (?)

(Confession: We couldn’t find any official hand sign, so I had to make an

assumption based on this photo!)

Ring

All graduates receive a ring.Click here to read what the ring symbolizes.

HSU offers 18 varsity sports, including teams in basketball, golf, tennis, cross country, track, and soccer for men and women, as well as programs in football and baseball for men and volleyball and softball for women.

Videos

• Watch a video about HSU• Paint Wars at New Student Orientation• Watch the world famous Cowboy Band and th

e Six White Horses march in the Children’s Parade.

• Watch the Six White Horses at the Young County Rodeo in Graham.

• Another video of the Six White Horses.• Watch the Six White Horses practice.