 Mr. Bryan Adams
The Woodlands, Texas
Senior Trademark Counsel
Hardin-Simmons University, B.A. 1995
Board-Elected | Eligible for re-appointment in 2023
The people at Hardin-Simmons were essential to my growth as a Christian and a man. My family feels like HSU is our second home. |
 Dr. Kevin Beam
Cleburne, Texas
Veterinarian
Hardin-Simmons University, B.A. 1994
Board-Elected | Eligible for re-appointment in 2023
HSU was instrumental in the positive development of my body, mind, and spirit. The relationships built with my professors and coaches still impacts me today, and I am proud to serve on the Board of Trustees. |
 Mr. Chad Braun
Cypress, Texas
Chief Financial Officer
Hardin-Simmons University, B.B.A. 1994
Board-Elected | Eligible for re-appointment in 2023
I loved my time at HSU. It prepared me for a wonderful career and created memories that will last a lifetime. |
 Mrs. Linda Carter
Abilene, Texas
Retired Professional Counselor/Chaplain
Hardin-Simmons University, M.Ed. 1999
Board-Elected | Term concludes 12/31/2024
I have been blessed by the HSU family for 35 years as FBC-Abilene University Minister, a Graduate, Alumni, and Trustee. It is such a joy for two of my grandsons to share that experience as students at HSU. |
 Dr. C. Ross Chandler
Marble Falls, Texas
Pastor of First Baptist Church Marble Falls
Hardin-Simmons University, B.B.S. 2004
Board-Elected | Eligible for re-appointment in 2025
My family’s life has been wonderfully impacted from HSU. God has used my beloved school to shape everything about me, and I’m deeply honored to serve. I love our faculty, staff, and students, and I’m excited about the future. |
 Mrs. Vishia Coleman
White Settlement, Texas
Director of Emergency/Critical Care Services for Texas Health Cleburne
Hardin-Simmons University, B.S.N. (2003)
Board-Elected | Eligible for re-appointment in 2024
I am honored and humbled to be able to serve on the HSU Board of Trustees. I am excited for the continuation of growth for the University. |
 Dr. Craig Curry
Plano, Texas
Senior Pastor, First Baptist, Plano
Hardin-Simmons University – Logsdon Seminary, M.Div. (2005)
Hardin-Simmons University, B.B.S. (2002)
Board-Elected | Eligible for re-appointment in 2024
I look back on my time at Hardin-Simmons as the best years of my life. I made the best friends I have ever had, I met and fell in love with Fallon, and it was there that I received the best training for a life of ministry. |
 Mr. Jason Darby
Abilene, Texas
Business Owner
Hardin-Simmons University, B.B.A. 2000
Board-Elected | Eligible for re-appointment in 2023
It’s an honor to give back to Hardin-Simmons University, the university which gives an experience beyond expectations. |
 Mr. Chuck Davis
McKinney, Texas
Retired, U.S. Foreign Service Officer (Diplomat) | Former Texas Baptist Student Ministry Director
Hardin-Simmons University, B.M.E. (1984)
Board-Elected | Eligible for re-appointment in 2023
It would be difficult to overstate the positive professional and spiritual impact HSU has made on my life as a follower of Christ. I am grateful for the opportunity to serve this institution which has given so much to so many of us through the years. |
 Mrs. Zelda Ellison
Lockney, Texas
Part-Time Ministry Assistant at First Baptist Church Lockney | Free-lance Instrumentalist and Vocalist | Retired, Secondary English and Business teacher
Hardin-Simmons University, B.S. 1971
Convention-Elected | Eligible for re-appointment in 2025
HSU trained me well for my life serving in the field of education and in the community. I first visited in the ’60s and have never left! |
 Mr. Mark Fowler
Garland, Texas
Retired, Regional Director for Regions 2 and 9, Regional Administrative Services Division – Texas Health and Human Services Commission
Hardin-Simmons University, B.S. 1980
Convention-Elected | Eligible for re-appointment in 2025
My four years at HSU were the most formative years of my life because of the lasting friendships I made, the education I received, the experiences I had, and it’s where I met my wife. |
 Mr. Mark Ganaway
Colleyville, Texas
Marketing and Finance Professional, BNSF Railway
Hardin-Simmons University, B.B.A. 1997
Convention-Elected | Eligible for re-appointment in 2025
I am thankful for the education I received at HSU and the life long friends that I made. I pray that the school continues to bless future students and families in a similar way. |
 Mr. Bill Gibson
Frisco, Texas
CPA, Businessman – Retired
Hardin-Simmons University, M.B.A. 1984
Convention-Elected | Term concludes 12/31/2023
I enjoy the opportunity to work alongside my fellow Trustees in assisting HSU in accomplishing its stated mission of “…providing excellence in education enlightened by Christian faith and values.” |
 Dr. Jimmy D. Hunter
Waco, Texas
Pastor, Toliver Chapel Missionary Baptist Church
Board-Elected | Eligible for re-appointment in 2023
It is my prayer and hope I am able to bring new perspectives as a non-alumnus to help continue forging HSU for future greatness as an institution of higher learning. |
 Dr. Jimmie Keeling
Abilene, Texas
Retired HSU Head Football Coach
Hardin-Simmons University, LL.D. (h.c.) 2015
Board-Elected | Term concludes 12/31/2024
It was a blessing to serve as head football coach at HSU for 21 years during which time I worked with many great people and coached hundreds of fine young men. |
 Mrs. Laura Moore
Abilene, Texas
Director, Non-Profit Organization
Hardin-Simmons University, B.A. 1986
Convention-Elected | Term Concludes 12/31/2023
The people I shared life with as a student at HSU have become my lifelong friends. I am most thankful. |
 Dr. Dan Munton
Abilene, Texas
MD, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Pain Management
Hardin-Simmons University, B.S. 1991
Board-Elected | Eligible for re-appointment in 2024
I have had numerous family members attend and play sports at HSU. HSU continues to prepare and train young men and women for success founded on Christian principles, as it did for me to start my medical journey. As for me and my family, we will always “Stay Purple!” |
 Mrs. Pat Neff
Merkel, Texas
Retired Teacher, Merkel ISD
Hardin-Simmons University, B.S. 1977
Board-Elected | Eligible for re-appointment in 2024
HSU instilled in me the knowledge and confidence to become the person I am today, for which I am forever grateful. I look forward to helping make HSU’s future happen.
As a Hardin-Simmons graduate, the daughter of an HSU graduate, and the mom of graduates, I’m so grateful for the wonderful investment of faith, friendships and education that Hardin-Simmons has made in my life and family. |
 Hon. Candy Noble
Lucas, Texas
Texas State Representative
Hardin-Simmons University, B.Ed. (1983)
Board-Elected | Eligible for re-appointment in 2024
As a Hardin-Simmons graduate, the daughter of an HSU graduate, and the mom of graduates, I’m so grateful for the wonderful investment of faith, friendships and education that Hardin-Simmons has made in my life and family. |
 Mr. Filemon Ortiz, Jr.
Del Rio, Texas
Attorney
Hardin-Simmons University, B.S. 1966
Board-Elected | Term concludes 12/31/2022
The Christian principles I learned as a student at HSU have guided me in relationships, my career and in being of service to my community. I am forever thankful for my HSU experience as a student and now as a Trustee. |
 Ms. Cynthia Pearson
Abilene, Texas
President/CEO, Day Nursery of Abilene, a non-profit child care organization
Hardin-Simmons University, B.A. 1985
Board-Elected | Eligible for re-appointment in 2025
Although I graduated from a Christian high school in Denver, HSU gave me a more “at home” feeling, and welcomed me warmly, even as a transfer student from Denver, CO; I’ve been in Abilene ever since. |
 Mr. Jerry A. Phillips
Lubbock, Texas
Investments
Hardin-Simmons University, B.B.A. 1967
Convention-Elected | Eligible for re-appointment in 2024
My time at HSU as a student was instrumental in my educational and personal development. It is an honor to serve, and I am excited for HSU’s future! |
 Mr. Louis Revor
Murphy, Texas
Manager Engineering Digital Technologies/Raytheon Intelligence and Space
Hardin-Simmons University, B.S. (1994)
Board-Elected | Eligible for re-appointment in 2024
HSU provided the foundation for who I am. I am thankful for the opportunity to help others benefit similarly. |
 Mrs. Daisy Sanchez
San Angelo, Texas
School Counselor
Hardin-Simmons University, B.Ed. 1986
Convention-Elected | Eligible for re-appointment in 2023
I will always be indebted to HSU for it is during my college years that I learned what it meant for Jesus to be Lord of my life! |
 Mr. Joe Sharp
McKinney, Texas
Retired, Petroleum Industry
Hardin-Simmons University, B.A. 1958
Convention-Elected | Eligible for reappointment in 2023
The honor of serving on the BOT at HSU has been most enjoyable and rewarding. |
 Dr. Dan Stahl
Belton, Texas
Surgeon/Physician, Baylor Scott & White Health
Hardin-Simmons University, B.S. 2001
Convention-Elected | Eligible for reappointment in 2025
My time at HSU was some of the best years of my life. My professors and coaches did an excellent job in preparing me for my future and I met lifetime friends and my beautiful wife while attending this wonderful university. |
 Mr. Rick Strange
Midland, Texas
Attorney
Hardin-Simmons University, B.B.A. 1982
Convention-Elected | Term concludes 12/31/2024
HSU equipped me to take all of life’s challenges head-on. I will forever be grateful. |
 Mrs. Melinda Stricklin
Colleyville, Texas
Businesswoman/Educator
Hardin-Simmons University, B.Ed. 1983
Convention-Elected | Term concludes 12/31/2023
HSU invested in me, educated me, encouraged me, and offered me incredible leadership opportunities and amazing friendships. But, most importantly, HSU showed me God’s love and taught me to seek His guidance and direction for my life. |
 Mrs. Jill Teague
Abilene, Texas
Chief Financial Officer
Convention-Elected | Eligible for re-appointment in 2023
I am so grateful and humbled to be one of many entrusted in assuring that God’s Glory continues to shine in and through Hardin-Simmons University. |
 Mrs. Roxi Vanstory
New Braunfels, Texas
Executive Administrator/Businesswoman
Hardin-Simmons University, B.B.S. 1984
Convention-Elected | Term concludes 12/31/2024
HSU helps set a path and foundation for the rest of your life. Great environment and learning opportunities! |
 Dr. Michael Cooper Waters
Dallas, Texas
Retired President, Hendrick Health System
Hardin-Simmons University, LL.D. (h.c.) 1991
Convention-Elected | Eligible for re-appointment in 2023
It is a privilege and honor to serve Hardin-Simmons as a Trustee, an institution that has blessed and educated so many persons over the years. |
 Mr. Jon Wheeler
Midland, Texas
Information Technology, COG Operating
Hardin-Simmons University, B.S. Math (1987)
Convention-Elected | Eligible for re-appointment in 2024
I am so appreciative of my time at HSU; I’ve made many life-long friends and enjoyed experiences that I would not have had at a larger school. |
 Mrs. Angie Wiley
Abilene, Texas
Community Volunteer
Hardin-Simmons University, B.B.A. 1986
Convention-Elected | Eligible for re-appointment in 2024
I did a lot of growing up while I was at Hardin-Simmons among caring and capable professors and staff. I met lifelong friends who still affect my life today. |
 Dr. Darin M. Wood
Midland, Texas
Pastor
Convention-Elected | Eligible for re-appointment in 2024
Honored to serve Christ as a pastor since 1999. I didn’t graduate from HSU, but I met my wife there. |
