Campus Life at Dallas Baptist University
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We know college is more than just hitting the books. It is an incredible time where you will discover new friends, make lasting memories, and grow in your spiritual walk.
DBU offers a variety of events, organizations, and activities designed to challenge you, encourage you, and help you have an incredible campus experience throughout your time on University Hill.
Campus Life
DBU seeks to foster a genuine community for its students. Find out how we do it.
Spiritual Life
As a part of DBU's Christ-centered mission, the Spiritual Life Office provides a variety of discipleship and worship experiences for students, including inspiring chapel services, ministry projects, mentoring programs, Bible studies, service and mission trips, and one-on-one spiritual guidance.
Student Life
DBU's Student Life Office hosts exciting and community-building events throughout the semester. With long-running productions like Mr. Big Chief and Spring Sing, to Pepsi Breaks, intramural games, musical concerts, movies on the lawn, the Great Pumpkin Chase, and a variety of other incredible experiences, DBU's Student Life is never dull.
University Housing
Nearly 2,000 students call DBU their home away from home. Some live in the residential halls. Others stay in the apartments. And still more find their spot in the townhomes and brownstones. But all find their community, and University Housing is committed to fostering that community throughout their time on University Hill.
University Hours
Check out the hours below for various offices, labs, stores, and dining locations on the DBU campus.
Hours of Operation*
Monday through Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
*University hours may vary during holidays and breaks.Dining Services
Visit the DBU Dining website for more information.
Student Resources
Assistance at no cost is available to all students in several on-campus labs. These labs are open at various times during the day to help with students' academic needs.
Visit the Tutoring website for hours and more information.
Monday - Friday: 6:30 a.m. – 11:30 p.m.
Saturday: 7:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Sunday: 2:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.
Visit the Information Technology website for more information.
Monday - Friday: 6:00 a.m. – 12:00 a.m.
Saturday: 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Sunday: 12:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Use of the Fitness Center is free for DBU faculty, staff, and students. For additional information about the Fitness Center, please contact Alex Spencer at (214) 333-7196 or alexanders@dbu.edu .
Visit the Fitness Center website for more information.
Monday - Wednesday: 6:30 a.m. – Midnight
Thursday - Friday: 6:30 a.m. – 11 p.m.
Saturday: 7:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Sunday: 2:30 p.m. – Midnight
Visit the Library website for more information.
Monday - Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.*
Saturday: 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Sunday: Closed
*Closed from 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. on Monday and Wednesday for chapel.
Visit the Mail Services website for more information.
Monday - Wednesday: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.*
Thursday: 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
After Hours: Contact Campus Police
*Closed for lunch from 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Visit the Health Services website for more information.
Hours may vary during holidays and breaks. Please visit each department's website for more information.
Campus Care
DBU strives to provide a holistic and safe learning environment for each and every student. Explore below some of the ways this is made possible.
Athletics
DBU's student-athletes are asked to embody our Patriotic character to the outside world on a daily basis. Expectations are high, both on and off the field, for players to model Christ-like character and uphold the core values of the University. Our athletes have answered that call with excellence.
No matter the season, there are always Patriots to cheer on to victory! Head to our DBU Patriots website for more information on your favorite sports!
Athletics WebsiteCenter for Career & Professional Development
"Our mission in the Center for Career and Professional Development at Dallas Baptist University is to provide you with quality services to help you find and fulfill God's call on your life as a servant leader."
- Desi Henk, Assistant Vice President of CCPD
Career Services
It is our desire that you will gain valuable work experience as you embark on your journey to obtain knowledge in your desired field of study through our services.
Service Learning
The Dr. William B. Dean Service-Learning Program exists to foster civic engagement, enhance student learning, and develop servant leaders.
Center for Mentoring
The Center for Mentoring helps DBU students connect with faculty and staff who can help them grow academically, spiritually, and professionally.
