 Mr. Bryan Adams
The Woodlands, Texas
Attorney
Hardin-Simmons University, B.A. 1995
Board-Elected | Term concludes 12/31/25
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 | Term concludes 12/31/25
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 | Term concludes 12/31/25
I loved my time at HSU. It prepared me for a wonderful career and created memories that will last a lifetime. |
 Dr. Brad Butler
Abilene, Texas
Anesthesiologist/Medical Director
Air Force Reserve
Hardin-Simmons University, B.S. 1997
Board-Elected | Eligible for re-appointment in 2027
HSU was foundational in preparing me not only for my professional career, but also for a life of service. To God be the glory! |
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
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
Hardin-Simmons University, B.S.N. 2003
Board-Elected | Eligible for re-appointment in 2027
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. |
 Mr. Jeff Coody
Grandfield, Oklahoma
Insurance Agent and Owner/Producer
Hardin-Simmons University, B.B.A. 1982
Board-Elected | Eligible for re-appointment in 2026
I owe a great debt to HSU. My experience at HSU was wonderful, and I had great times with lifelong friends. I am honored to serve with like‑minded people for the benefit of this great historical institution. I recall Dr. Rupert N. Richardson teaching me that the world is a small place and your influence goes much farther than you think! |
 Dr. Craig Curry
Plano, Texas
Pastor
Hardin-Simmons University – Logsdon Seminary, M.Div. 2005
Hardin-Simmons University, B.B.S. 2002
Convention-Elected | Eligible for re-appointment in 2027
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 2026
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 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 | Free-lance Instrumentalist and Vocalist | Retired 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! |
 Mrs. Kayla Dillman
Newark, Texas
Licensed Professional Counselor/Business Owner
Hardin-Simmons University, B.A. 2014
Hardin-Simmons University, M.A. 2016
Board-Elected | Eligible for re-appointment in 2027
HSU shaped me into the person I am today. I am so grateful for the privilege to continue to serve and give back to my University. |
 Mr. Mark Fowler
Garland, Texas
Retired, Regional Director – 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
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 lifelong friends that I made. I pray that the school continues to bless future students and families in a similar way. |
 Mrs. Julie Gentzel
Kaufman, Texas
Kindergarten Reading/Dyslexia Teacher
Hardin-Simmons University, B.Ed. 1989
Convention-Elected | Eligible for re-appointment in 2025
As a child of HSU graduates, I loved HSU from an early age. As a student, I experienced some of the best times of my life. I met my husband there, and learned how to fulfill my calling to teach children to read. |
 Mr. Mark Graham
Tuscola, Texas
Teacher, retired
Hardin-Simmons University, B.B.S. 1992
Convention-Elected | Eligible for re-appointment in 2027
I am so thankful to HSU for being a great blessing in my life by connecting me to Christian professors, staff, and friends and wonderful life-changing experiences. |
 Mrs. Julie Hammer
Abilene, Texas
Children’s Minister
Hardin-Simmons University, B.B.S. 1994
Convention-Elected | Eligible for re-appointment in 2026
At HSU, I was able to nurture my faith and discover my true self, grow as a leader, explore my calling to ministry, and develop lifelong friendships. As a Trustee, I am honored to ensure these gifts are available to others. |
 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. |
 Hon. Candy Noble
Lucas, Texas
Texas State Representative
Hardin-Simmons University, B.Ed. 1983
Board-Elected | Eligible for re-appointment in 2027
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. Lane Northcut
Buda, Texas
Executive Pastor
Board-Elected | Eligible for re-appointment in 2027
HSU has made a major impact in my family by providing a foundation in education and personal growth for my parents and for my two daughters. It was beneficial for them to attend a school where the professors and University staff take an interest in their success and well‑being. |
 Ms. Cynthia Pearson
Abilene, Texas
President/CEO, 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 | Term concludes 12/31/2026
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. Drue Pounds
Colleyville, Texas
Chief Financial Officer
Hardin-Simmons University, B.B.A. 1992
Convention-Elected | Eligible for re-appointment in 2027
Being a graduate and a parent of a graduate and a current student of HSU, I have a deep affection for HSU and the lifelong difference it makes in the lives of kids and growing God’s kingdom. |
 Mr. Louis Revor
Murphy, Texas
Manager Engineering Digital Technologies
Hardin-Simmons University, B.S. 1994
Board-Elected | Eligible for re-appointment in 2027
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 2026
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 2026
The honor of serving on the BOT at HSU has been most enjoyable and rewarding. |
 Dr. Dan Stahl
Belton, Texas
Surgeon/Physician
Hardin-Simmons University, B.S. 2001
Convention-Elected | Eligible for reappointment in 2026
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. Jill Teague
Abilene, Texas
Chief Financial Officer
Convention-Elected | Term Concludes 12/31/2025
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 2026
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
Hardin-Simmons University, B.S. Math 1987
Convention-Elected | Eligible for re-appointment in 2027
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 | Term concludes 12/31/2026
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 | Term concludes 12/31/2026
Honored to serve Christ as a pastor since 1999. I didn’t graduate from HSU, but I met my wife there. |