Student Handbook

Student Involvement

To help you make the most of your college experience, HBU offers a vast array of opportunities beyond the classroom, such as academic contests, performing arts, concerts, art exhibitions, participation in intramurals, and supporting the championship intercollegiate athletic teams. You may also pursue leadership positions in Student Government, Student Programming, Ministry Leadership, clubs, organizations, and multiple other arenas.

Athletics

Campus Recreation

Purpose

Campus Recreation strives to enhance the mind, body and spirit of students, faculty and staff by providing programs, services, and facilities that are responsive to the physical, social, recreational, and lifelong educational needs of the campus as they relate to health, fitness, and learning.

Campus Rec Committee

This committee, with representatives from participating teams, in conjunction with the Director of Campus Recreation, shall have direction over all aspects of the campus program.

Opportunities

• Bradshaw Fitness Center
• Dragon Boat Regatta
• Group Fitness Classes
• Intramural Sports
• Pars Course
• Just for Fun!

Eligibility

The following persons are eligible to participate in Campus Rec programs: (1) students currently enrolled at HBU and in good standing, (2) alumni (HBU graduates), and (3) HBU faculty and staff.

• Any athlete who has participated in an intercollegiate contest for Houston Baptist University is ineligible to participate in an intramural contest (in same sport) for at least 12 months, or one full season.
• Rules for all sports may be obtained from the Director of Campus Recreation.

Health and Injuries

Since participation in the Campus Rec program is on a voluntary basis, neither the University nor any Campus Rec staff member will accept responsibility for injuries sustained while participating in scheduled activities. All participating students are encouraged to have health insurance.

Awards

The Men's Intramural Sweepstakes Trophy and the Women's Intramural Sweepstakes Trophy are awarded each year at Honors Convocation to the team amassing the most points during the season.

Student Organizations

Student Organizations are a vital part of college life and offer HBU students a myriad of opportunities to connect and become involved in campus life. Participation in these groups will provide additional opportunities to enrich your college experience. For more details about organizations, contact the Student Involvement Office, second floor of the M.D. Anderson Student Center, 281-649-3154, or go to Student Organizations.

Greek Life

The Greek community at HBU is made up of three fraternities and five sororities. Fraterni­ties and sororities encourage academic achievement and leadership development with their members. Fraternities and sororities encourage their members to give back to HBU and the greater Houston community through a myriad of philanthropic projects and opportunities.

Recruitment/Membership Intake

Each group may have different recruitment dates and formats. For more information about these groups and their recruitment/intake schedules please contact the Director of Student Involvement or go to Greek Life. Some chapters do allow the addition of new members in the fall; however fall recruitment is not open to first-semester freshmen.

Special Events

Art Exhibitions - The Art Department presents various art exhibitions throughout the academic year, including faculty, alumni, and visiting artists from the professional community. Senior art majors are also highlighted each semester through the exhibition of their senior projects. The Annual Student Art Exhibition features the work of all art students and is held each spring.

Elections - During the fall and spring semesters, Student Government elections are held. Special elections are held for Homecoming Court, and Mr. and Miss HBU.

Founders' Day - A special convocation is held in the fall semester to honor the University founders. This service marks the month the state of Texas granted Houston Baptist College its charter, designating it as an educational institution.

Homecoming - A week of activities in November to show your Husky Pride. Events include our annual Chili Cook-Off, Pep Rally, and Basketball Game.

Honors Convocation -The last Convocation of the academic year is a special program honoring the University's outstanding students. In addition to awards presented by each of the colleges and schools, other awards are presented for athletics, student life and the president's office.

Husky Revue - This yearly tradition is a campus-wide variety show that allows students to showcase their talents.

Late Nite Breakfast - Need a break from studying? Then this yearly tradition is for you! Breakfast is provided for all enrolled HBU students before finals during fall and spring semesters. Beginning at 9:00 p.m., breakfast is served by faculty, administration, and staff in the Baugh Center Cafeteria.

Leadership at HBU - Throughout the fall and spring semesters, students who want to grow their leadership skills can attend programs such as monthly Leadership Challenges or get involved in a student organization. Freshmen can also apply to the President's Leadership Institute which combines leadership development with networking opportunities all the way through graduation.

Mission Munchies - Lunch for $1.00 is provided by various sponsors throughout the year at the conclusion of Convocation. Money received goes to Summer Missions.

Organization Fair - Organizations have an opportunity to introduce themselves to the campus community, promote upcoming events, and recruit new members.

Recruitment/Membership Intake - Early in the fall and Spring semesters, HBU's Greek Life organizations begin their recruitment activities. See "Greek Life" under the organization section for more details.

Spiritual Growth - A variety of opportunities are available to encourage spiritual formation. Refer to the Spiritual Life department sections in this handbook. Spiritual Emphasis Week, held in the fall, and Passion Week, scheduled in the spring, feature special speakers and events.

Spring Fling - This campus-wide event, a highlight of the spring semester, offers entertainment for all. Students, faculty and staff participate in a variety of activities and enjoy fun, games, and food.

Winter Formal - One of the special events of the fall semester, the campus-wide semi-formal event includes dinner and entertainment.

Student Government Association (SGA)

We, the Student Association of Houston Baptist University, by and with the consent of the faculty and administration, in order to govern ourselves more wisely; to promote greater understanding and cooperation with the faculty and administration; to foster the recognition of privileges and responsibilities of the students of the University community; to provide opportunity for responsible individual and collective action; to foster high ideals of conduct and academic standing; and to establish worthy traditions, establish the Student Association and the Student Government Association.

All currently enrolled students of Houston Baptist University shall be members of the Student Association and shall be entitled to all rights and privileges outlined therein. The Student Association members shall come from the Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, and Senior classes; and from all colleges of the University organized under their college dean.

Elections for all SGA positions, except freshman representative, are held each spring. Freshman representative elections are held each fall. For more information or to obtain a copy of the SGA Constitution and Bylaws, you may view the SGA page or stop by the SGA Office in Brown 280 on the 2^nd floor of M.D. Anderson Student Center. 

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