CIU alumnus named president of Texas Baptist Institute and Seminary

CIU alumnus Dr. Steve Butler

CIU alumnus named president of Texas Baptist Institute and Seminary

CIU alumnus named president of Texas Baptist Institute and Seminary

CIU alumnus Dr. Steve Butler

July 10, 2023

Dr. Steve Butler, a graduate of Columbia International University’s Ph.D. in Organizational Leadership program is the new president of Texas Baptist Institute and Seminary in Henderson, Texas. Butler has served as a faculty member at the 75-year-old school since 1976 and more recently served in various administrative roles from registrar, academic dean and CEO.

Along with his educational experience, Butler served on the staff of Calvary Baptist Church in Henderson for 41 years.

The new era of leadership comes as the Texas Baptist begins its first full year as an accredited institution, having reached that status with the Association for Biblical Higher Education (ABHE) in February.

Congratulations to Dr. Steve Butler!

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Dr. Steve Butler earned his Ph.D. in Organizational Leadership from CIU. (Photo: Texas Baptist Institute and Seminary)

Dr. Steve Butler earned his Ph.D. in Organizational Leadership from CIU. (Photo: Texas Baptist Institute and Seminary)