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THE UMHB STORY
For 179 years, the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor has equipped students for purposeful lives that honor God. As the oldest continually operating university in Texas, we are fiercely proud of and immensely grateful for our unique story. Propelled by an unapologetically Kingdom-minded commitment, UMHB is dedicated to helping students deepen their faith while championing each student’s remarkable potential. Together, we live with purpose, on purpose.
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Sociology
Explore how to scientifically research social life and delve into the major theoretical traditions of social theory.
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Chartered by the Republic of Texas, UMHB was established to provide the finest in Christian University higher education. And for 179 years, our focus on that mission has never wavered.
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