Dallas Baptist University - Dallas, TX
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N 32° 42.428 W 096° 56.684
14S E 692642 N 3620687
University consists of 7 colleges: College of Christian Faith, College of Education, College of Business, College of Fine Arts, College of Humanities & Social Sciences, College of Natural Sciences & Mathematics, and College of Professional Studies.
Waymark Code: WM11WJW
Location: Texas, United States
Date Posted: 12/29/2019
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Historical Marker:
Closely linked to Northwest Baptist College, which operated from 1891 to 1897, Decatur Baptist College opened its doors in 1898. The college was the result of an effort by Texas Baptist leaders to consolidate all Texas Baptist Schools under the direction of Baylor University and the Baptist General Convention of Texas.
The college, which initially served primary and secondary school students in addition to the junior college program, had an enrollment of 105 in the fall of 1898. J. L. Ward, president of the college from 1900 to 1907 and 1914 to 1950, was most influential in the development and expansion of the college. By 1959 the school offered courses in religion, fine arts, business, languages, and vocational training.
Increasing financial challenges and decreasing enrollment led the college to accept an invitation to move to Dallas. The school's name was changed to Dallas Baptist College in February 1965; its first classes were held that fall, with an enrollment of 941.
The college became a four-year institution in 1968. Renamed Dallas Baptist University in 1985, the school began awarding graduate degrees in religion, education, and business administration. The school grew steadily under the leadership of a new president beginning in 1988 and paid its outstanding financial debts. By the 1990s, the population of the college community exceeded 3,500 as the school affirmed in its mission statement its commitment "to provide Christ-centered quality higher education."
Name: Dallas Baptist University
Location/Address:
3000 Mountain Creek Pkwy
Dallas, TX USA
75211
Phone Number: (214) 333-7100
Web Site: [Web Link]
Type of School: Undergraduate School (usually four years)
School Affiliation: Private -- Christian Protestant
Date Founded: 1898
Enrollment: 4,487
Nicknames/Mascots: Patriots
School Colors: Red, White, Blue
Location of GPS Coordinates: University sign at the South Entrnace
School Motto: Not listed
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