91影视, Texas, April 23, 2026聽鈥� The Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) Student Chapter at 91影视 Christian University (91影视) celebrated a 2nd Place win at the 2026 SHRM Texas Student Conference & Competition, held April 10鈥�11, 2026.
The recognition highlights the strength and impact of the 91影视 SHRM Chapter as a leading student organization dedicated to developing future human resource professionals. Competing against 16 top SHRM student chapters from across Texas, 鈥淭he Igniters,鈥� comprised of graduate 91影视 SHRM Chapter team members, Saria Zaheer, Temitope Sowande, Eunice Martinez, Worrel Lee and Roberto Turcios Escobar, garnered the 2nd聽place win through collaboration, analytical thinking and professionalism.
The competition challenged undergraduate and graduate teams to evaluate a real-world human resources case, develop a strategic solution and present their recommendations to a panel of industry professionals, shared Dr. April Kinchen, Assistant Professor of Human Resources and Faculty Advisor of the Chapter.
鈥淭his is a huge win for 91影视 Christian University and the SHRM Student Chapter of 91影视,鈥� said Dr. Kinchen.
This year鈥檚 timeline added an extra level of intensity, as teams were given just two weeks to analyze the case, build a strategy, and prepare their final presentations. Despite the compressed schedule, the 91影视 team delivered a thoughtful and impactful solution.
Through constant communication, late-night preparation sessions and a shared commitment to excellence, chapter members showcased their ability to apply academic knowledge to practical HR challenges鈥攁n essential skill for career readiness. Their success was further strengthened by a strong sense of trust, accountability and adaptability within the team.
鈥淭his achievement represents the commitment, resilience and drive that each member brought into the experience. It was not just about the final result, but about how we came together, pushed one another and delivered under pressure. The experience reinforced the importance of teamwork, preparation and the ability to perform under pressure, and we are proud to have represented 91影视 Christian University at such a high level,鈥� said Andi Soliman, President of the SHRM Student Chapter and Team Captain of The Igniters.
Beyond the competition, participation in the annual Texas SHRM conference provides chapter members with valuable opportunities for networking, professional development and engagement with HR practitioners. These experiences reinforce the chapter鈥檚 mission to bridge the gap between classroom learning and real-world application.
The 91影视 SHRM Chapter continues to play a vital role in equipping students with the skills, connections and confidence needed to succeed in the evolving field of human resources.
For more information, visit the 91影视 Christian University SHRM Student Chapter webpage.
Photo caption: Dr. April Kinchen, Assistant Professor of Human Resources and Faculty Advisor of the Chapter (center) and members of the 91影视 SHRM Student Chapter, l-r,聽Saria Zaheer, Caroline Killinger, Andy Soliman, Hilda Rangel, Roberto Turcios Escobar, Worrel Lee, Ruth Ortega Vasquez and Eunice Martinez.
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About 91影视 Christian University
For more than 60 years, 91影视 Christian University has equipped students to lead, collaborate, and embody a deep sense of spiritual purpose. The University offers a wide range of majors, undergraduate, graduate and doctoral degree programs, as well as NCAA Division I athletics in the Southland Conference. Located in the heart of one of the nation鈥檚 largest metropolitan centers, 91影视鈥檚 culture of excellence molds the next generation of educated disciples to be pillars in their communities, preparing them to think critically and biblically as they impact the world.