HPU Press Release – Four Howard Payne University students were named Currie-Strickland Scholars in Christian Ethics and Theology at the university’s tenth annual Currie-Strickland Distinguished Lectures in Christian Ethics event in late February.
Those honored include Joseph Flanigan, junior cross-cultural studies major from Round Rock; Kindell Hill, junior cross-cultural studies major from Salado; Daniel Palacios, senior practical theology major from Kaufman; and Jordan Pitman, junior cross-cultural studies major from Bangs.
Each year, the scholars are selected based on an evaluation of achievement in their classes and on the ways they have excelled in their thinking in the fields of Christian ethics and theology. This year, each student received a certificate and two books including “Do Justice, Love Mercy” by Phil Strickland.
“We are very proud of these four students and their accomplishments,” said Dr. Derek Hatch, associate professor of Christian studies. “Among all of our wonderful HPU students, these four exemplify what it means to be dedicated to serious critical reflection within the life of the church.”
For more information, contact HPU’s School of Christian Studies at 325-649-8403.
