EAST TEXAS BAPTIST UNIVERSITY University Park Row Houses
For he was looking forward to the city with foundations, whose architect and builder is God. Hebrews 11:10
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is looking forward
ver 100 years ago, God created the framework for Christian education on Van Zandt Hill. East Texas Baptist University was built on the foundation of God’s Word, and still today, Christ Jesus remains as the Chief Cornerstone of the institution. ETBU students’ lives have been transformed by the Christ-centered education received on the Hill. God has been faithful to ETBU and continues to work through our students, faculty, and staff. While we are thankful for the progress of the past, we know there is more work ahead to move the University forward. We are committed to following the direction of God as the architect and builder of ETBU. We look forward to the future God has planned for ETBU.
For he was looking forward to the city with foundations,
TIST UNIVERSITY
to the future. We have a cultural mandate to shape our students intellectually, spiritually, socially, and physically...a holistic education, which equips and challenges ETBU students to shape society and culture for the glory of the Lord. God has created a beautiful tapestry of students from all walks of life, united in spirit and purpose in our Christian community. The beauty of ETBU is often described by its scenic setting atop the Hill amidst the pine, oak, and myrtle with magnificent Classical architecture. Winston Churchill stated, “We shape our buildings, and our buildings shape us.” Buildings matter to a university campus, for through the walls of a Christian college, students’ lives are built for Kingdom purpose. We ask that you prayerfully consider stepping forward in faith with us as we build a new home for our ETBU students through the University Park Row Houses.
whose architect and builder is God. Hebrews 11:10
EAST TEXAS BA in 11% increase students
1,456
2016 Fall Enrollment
63%
increase in graduate student enrollment
100%
capacity in campus housing
Embracing Faith
PTIST UNIVERSITY is moving forward in enrollment God is calling more and more students to be a part of the ETBU Family as we encourage them to embrace their faith and engage their minds for the cause of Christ. ETBU remains committed to empowering Christian servant leaders to pursue God’s call on their lives. Undergraduate growth has been steady in recent years, but the growth in graduate students has been dramatic. We expect our graduate student population to increase as we launch new programs that will attract additional students. Student population growth is exciting, but also presents the challenge of providing needed quality housing options for the students God is leading to study at ETBU. We have many students wanting to live on campus to be a part of a Christian residential experience. Living on campus is an essential aspect of the transformative ETBU education. Residential life builds the bond of community and provides active engagement and dynamic living-learning experiences beyond the classroom. The University Park Row Houses are replacing the Van Zandt Apartments that were constructed in the early 1970s. University Park will provide a residential community for married students, graduate students, and upperclassmen.
By investing in our own neighborhood with improved campus housing and a beautiful, Classical architectural model, ETBU is planting seeds for neighborhood revitalization and economic development within the community. We believe that University Park is a catalyst for this renewal in the city of Marshall.
> Dr. J. Blair Blackburn President
Engaging Minds
Empowering Leaders
To be able to experience a new housing development is amazing. I’m ready to live with my friends in University Park. Bringing people together is what can create bonds for a lifetime.
> Joe Soto
Sophomore Marketing Major
I am really excited for the addition of Row Houses...part of what makes ETBU special is the sense of family and community that comes with living on campus.
> Lexi Pyle
Senior Marketing Major
EAST TEXAS BAP
As God draws more students to ETBU, University Park Row Houses will meet the increased demand for student housing. The construction of the University Park development will set a new standard of excellence in campus student residences, featuring spacious living accommodations, contemporary interior design, and modern amenities. The University Park Row Houses will: • • • •
Meet a pressing need for additional quality campus housing Enable us to recruit and retain upperclassmen, graduate students, and married students, who desire to reside on the ETBU campus Retire aged housing units constructed in the 1970s Serve as the center of University Park that includes a lake, running trail, park area, gazebo, and courtyard
We need the support of ETBU Alumni and friends to provide additional campus housing for our students. Each gift, large and small, will help ETBU move forward.
> The ETBU Mission
As a Christ-centered institution, East Texas Baptist University educates students by integrating biblical faith and learning to develop mind, body, and soul through community engagement to prepare graduates to be Christian servant leaders in their calling to God and humanity.
Unless the LORD builds the house,
TIST UNIVERSITY
is stepping forward in faith
the builders labor in vain. Psalm 127:1a
ROW HOUSE AMENITIES
8 Row Houses > One bedroom-one bath 900 square feet Accommodates up to two residents
12 Row Houses > Three bedroom-three bath 1,750 square feet Accommodates up to six residents Row House Amenities > • Large bedrooms • Laundry room w/washer and dryer • Spacious bathrooms • Living room • Full kitchen with refrigerator, microwave, and dishwasher • Dining area • Study areas • Ceiling fans • Dedicated parking
University Park includes > • • • • • •
Lake Running trail Gazebo Arbor Outdoor sitting areas Courtyard
EAST TEXAS BAPTIST UNIVERSITY University Park Row Houses
Lead Naming Opportunity
University Park Residential Development
Naming Opportunities University Park Hall (2) University Park Pond University Park Plaza University Park Trail Individual Row House University Park Gazebo University Park Arbor Outdoor Sitting Area University Park Lamp Posts University Park Trees Donor Wall Plaque
Naming Opportunities $500,000 $300,000 $100,000 $100,000 $75,000 $25,000 $20,000 $20,000 $10,000 $5,000 $2,500 $1,000 and up
EAST TEXAS BAPTIST UNIVERSITY MOVE FORWARD WITH US For he was looking forward to the city with foundations, whose architect and builder is God. Hebrews 11:10