Slideshow: A Year to Endear

A Year To Endear

A Year To Endear

A Year To Endear

During Baylor University's "Late Night" event Friday evening, Aug. 26, 2011, members of the NoZe Brothers travel throughout the Bill Daniel Student Union Building dressed up and making noise while freshman and other Baylor students visit different organization booths. Matt Hellman | Lariat Photo Editor

A Year To Endear

Valley Mills freshman Scotty Swingler leads the Baylor Line through a crowd of Greek organizations kicking off Traditions Rally at Fountain Mall on Friday, Sept. 9, 2012. Matt Hellman | Lariat Photo Editor

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No. 16 defensive back Josh Benenoch holds his helmet in the air as fans rush the field after Friday's 50-48 victory over TCU in Floyd Casey Stadium. Matt Hellman | Lariat Photo Editor

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On Sunday, Sept. 11, 2011, hundreds of American flags stand on Fountain Mall in remembrance of the lives lost on 9/11. Matt Hellman | Lariat Photo Editor

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Kaufman, Tex., junior Randy Davis enjoys himself at the game on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2011, at Floyd Casey Stadium. Baylor beat SFA 48-0 in a game that was called off in the 3rd quarter due to rain. Meagan Downing | Lariat Photographer

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Jasper senior Logan Dean rolls on suspended symbals as part of a group sequence performed by the Baylor Percussion Group during the Cultural Arts Fest held at the Waco Suspension Bridge on Sunday, Sept. 18, 2011. Matt Hellman | Photo editor

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This billboard on I-35 just south of Valley Mills Drive went up on Monday. It was paid for by a group of Texas A&M supporters know as Texans for Conference Choice. Matt Hellman | Lariat Photo Editor

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Magnablend Incorporated Chemical Plant erupts in flames on Monday, Oct. 3, 2011, in Waxahachie, Texas. Nearby on Interstate 35 Highway, the smoke can be seen rising from the facility. Matt Hellman | Lariat Photo Editor

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Horseback riders stand up on the horses and show their skills on Tuesday, Oct. 4, 2011, in downtown Waco. The riders were a part of the Heart of Texas Parade. Meagan Downing | Lariat Photographer

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No. 10 quarterback Robert Griffin III runs through the Baylor line as he enters the stadium for the game against Iowa State at Floyd Casey Stadium on Oct. 8, 2011. The bears celebrated a 49-26 victory over the Cyclones. Matthew McCarroll | Lariat Photographer

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The Cameron Park Zoo is adding twin tiger cubs to the exhibit on Oct. 27, 2011. Matthew McCarroll | Lariat Photographer

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FIJI's lead a sic 'em on their float on during the Homecoming parade on Saturday, Nov. 5, 2011, on 5th street. Meagan Downing | Lariat Photographer

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During Baylor's Homecoming celebration parade on 5th Street, 2008 alumni Clint Graham proposed to his girlfriend and San Antonio senior Brittney Hanley in front of Waco and Baylor's parade audience on Saturday, Nov. 5, 2011. Matt Hellman | Lariat Photo Editor

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Kappa Omega Tau's float titled "Baylor Flyer" makes its way down 5th Street on Baylor campus at the Homecoming 2011 parade on Saturday Nov. 5, 2011.Ambika Kashi Singh | Lariat Photographer

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Condoleezza Rice joins Baylor President Ken Starr for On Topic, an engaging conversation about her new book, her service to our country and important issues facing our nation in Waco Hall on Nov. 9, 2011. Matthew McCarroll | Lariat Photographer

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No. 2 wide reciever Terrance Williams catches the game winning pass on Saturday, Nov. 19, 2011, at Floyd Casey Stadium. Baylor beat OU, 45-38. Meagan Downing | Lariat Photographer

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No. 24 runningback Terrance Ganaway carries runs the ball in for a touchdown Saturday, November 27, 2011, at the Texas Shootout in the Cowboys Stadium. The Bears celebrated their victory over Texas Tech University with a final score of 66-42. Matt Hellman | Lariat Photo Editor

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No. 2 wide reciever Terrance Williams collides with a Texas Tech player as they both attempt to catch a pass on Saturday, Nov. 26, 2011, at the Dallas Cowboy in Dallas, Tex. Baylor beat Texas Tech, 66-42. Meagan Downing | Lariat Photographer

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The newly lit Christmas tree can be behind a spiffed up statue of former Baylor president Rufus Burleson during Christmas on 5th Street on Thursday, Dec. 1, 2011, at Burleson Quadrangle. Meagan Downing | Lariat Photographer

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In the Burleson Quadrangle, Baylor lights up a giant Christmas tree during the Christmas on 5th Street annual celebration Thursday, Dec. 1, 2011, before headliner Aaron Watson takes the stage. Matt Hellman | Lariat Photo Editor

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Arron Watson headlines at the stage in Burleson Quadrangle moments after the lighting of the tree during the Christmas on 5th Street annual celebration Thursday, Dec. 1, 2011. Matt Hellman | Lariat Photo Editor

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The Columbus Avenue Baptist Church handbell choir plays outside the sub at Christmas on 5th street on Thursday, December 1, 2011. Makenzie Mason | Round Up Photo Editor

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No. 10 quarterback Robert Griffin III runs through the tunnel of fans before the game against Texas Saturday, December 3, 2011. Makenzie Mason | Round Up Photo Editor

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A Texas defender attempts to tackle No. 10 junior quarterback Robert Griffin III in the second half of the Bears' regular season finale Saturday at Floyd Casey Stadium. Baylor leads, 24-21, at the half. Matt Hellman | Lariat Photo Editor

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During the Heisman watch party, Baylor fans cheer in the Bill Daniel Student Center as No. 10 senior quarterback Robert Griffin III is announced as the 2011 Heisman Trophy winner Saturday, Dec. 10, 2011. Matt Hellman | Lariat Photo Editor

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Confetti and balloons rain down at the Alamodome as the Bears celebrate a 67-56 victory in the Alamobowl over the Huskies in San Antonio on Dec. 29, 2011. Matt Hellman | Lariat Photo Editor

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No. 42 power forward Brittney Griner blocks Texas A&M No. 34 center Karla Gilbert during the game in the Ferrell Center on Saturday evening, Feb. 11, 2012. The top ranked Lady Bears celebrated a 71-48 victory over the No. 15 Aggies.Matt Hellman | Lariat Photo Editor

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For Sing 2012, Kappa Kappa Sigma brings the show to the ball room floor for a sure to be thrilling dance in their act titled "Bienvenue á la Masquerade." Matt Hellman | Lariat Photo Editor

A Year To Endear

For the Sing 2012 performance, Kappa Kappa Sigma brings the show to the dance floor in their act entitled "Bienvenue á la Masquerade." Matt Hellman | Lariat Photo Editor

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The ladies of Pi Phi return to Wonderland in their show titled "Mad as a Hatter" for Sing 2012. Matt Hellman | Lariat Photo Editor

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The men of Kappa Omega Tau perform their 2012 Sing show titled "Standing Small" in Waco Hall. Makenzie Mason | Round Up Photo Editor

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Take an adventure with the scouts of Delta Delta Delta and Alpha Tau Omega in their act titled "Adventure is Out There!" Meagan Downing | Lariat Photographer

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A severe outbreak of distemper has been affecting the dog community at local shelters in Waco. Most affected are dogs caged within close proximity to each other at shelters such as the Humane Society of Central Texas located Circle Road.Matt Hellman | Lariat Photo Editor

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During the Sweet Sixteen round in the Georgia Dome, No. 4 forward Quincy Acy dunks the ball against Xavier University on Friday, Mar. 23, 2012. The Bears celebrated a 75-70 victory over the Muskies.

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Baylor guard Brady Heslip (5) gestures after hitting a three-point basket during the first half of an NCAA tournament third-round college basketball game against Colorado, Saturday, March 17, 2012, in Albuquerque, N.M. Baylor won 80-63. (AP Photo/Matt York)

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A Bearathon runner does a "sic 'em" as she approaches the finish line on Saturday, March 24, 2012, on 5th Street in front of the Vara Martin Daniel Plaza. Meagan Downing | Lariat Photographer

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Houston senior Mark Williams participates in the truck pull event of the strong man competition, finishing .4 seconds after the first place opponent. Williams won first place overall for 2012. Matt Hellman | Lariat Photo Editor

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Parachute lead singer Will Anderson is carried through the crowd of Baylor fans by a member of the Baylor Chamber during Diadeloso 2012 at Fountain Mall on Thursday, Apr. 19. Matt Hellman | Lariat Photo Editor

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No. 23 outfielder Dan Evatt catches the ball during the game against Texas A&M on Sunday, Apr. 21, 2012, at the Baylor Ballpark. The Bears celebrated a 7-5 victory over the Aggies. Matt Hellman | Lariat Photo Editor

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Baylor fans cheer and hold up a sign saying "Feed the Beaver" during the game against Texas A&M on Sunday, Apr. 21, 2012, at the Baylor Ballpark. Matt Hellman | Lariat Photo Editor

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A Baylor Ball Park crowd record of 5,911 fans witnessed Baylor's 1-0 win over Texas A&M on Saturday, followed by fireworks.

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No. 4 catcher Nathan Orf slides to safety at home as UT Arlington's no. 37 third baseman Brent Bollinger prepares to catch the ball and tag him out when baseball played UT Arlington on Wednesday, April 25, 2012, at the Baylor Ballpark. Meagan Downing | Lariat Photographer

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Baylor center Brittney Griner dunks the ball during the second half of an NCAA women's tournament regional semifinal college basketball game against Georgia Tech, Saturday, March 24, 2012, in Des Moines, Iowa. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)