“I had some things happen [at Baylor] that were fairly serendipitous or providential that opened some doors for me into expressions of faith that I really needed … There was this sense of ‘OK, there is a path for someone who maybe is less traditionally Baptist,’ and that remained true for me. It starts at Baylor, where I felt blessed to explore some things.”
Month: November 2022
“I hope that they see kind of an authenticity and genuineness in me, that I really care about people and I care about the organizations I’m a part of, and really want to do everything I can to help whether it’s the people or the organization to be better.”
Coming out to family and friends is not always easy, Houston junior Andrea Perez said. Sometimes it takes courage and bravery, and other times, it requires sacrifice and luck.
Throughout its long and occasionally controversial history, the Noble NoZe Brotherhood has put Pat Neff Hall up for sale, unleashed 5,000 ping pong balls in Chapel and made fun of just about anything to do with Baylor in its satirical newspaper, The Rope.
“I was like, man, it [Waco] just has this bad reputation that is totally undeserved,” Garner said. “So I thought, I’m gonna make a television show and use Waco sort of as the poster.”
While completing an IRONMAN is a big accomplishment, the medal and title weren’t the focus for Collin Bass. He runs for peace, for the challenge and for the community found in each step of the sport.
Four months ago, Houston sophomore Brooklyn Joseph began her hair locking services after doing a favor for a friend. That talent soon turned into a business venture. Joseph’s business offers starter locs, retwists and styling, which has allowed her to make money while in school.
Michael Haag, the Baylor Lariat Sports Editor along with Lariat TV News’ Executive Producer George Schroeder and Managing Editor Nate Smith share their thoughts on the latest College Football Playoff poll.
“At the beginning of the semester, they would ask me, ‘Why am I taking this course?’, but they realize at the end, there’s so much more to death and dying than just ‘I’m going to the service,’” Klempnauer said.
No. 17 Baylor volleyball will host first two rounds of NCAA Tournament after being selected as fourth seed in its region.
Dr. Sarah-Jane “SJ” Murray is an associate professor of great texts and creative writing in Baylor’s Honors College. She is also an Emmy- nominated writer and producer, an award-winningdirector,amultilingual author, a speaker at two TED Talks and a decadeslong academic who began her lecturing career at just 21 years old.
Truett Seminary student Kinley Tenzin serves as Earle Hall’s chaplain, mentoring students spiritually and helping them grow in the Christian faith — a faith that Tenzin said he did not grow up with himself.
Baylor football redshirt freshman quarterback Kyron Drones declared on social media that he will enter the transfer portal, while remaining open to a return in the green and gold.
Although theoretical knowledge often works hand-in-hand with real-world practices, it is challenging for students in the field of forensics to get in touch with real crime scene investigations, acquire expertise and put what they have learned into practice. However, senior lecturer James Huggins bridges that gap by taking students to meet the real side of crimes in the classroom.
At 20 years old, Hendersonville, Tenn., junior Hayden Downs finds himself in what he describes as “a bad marriage [he’s] in just for the kids” with the stutter he’s had since he was born.
“It felt like I was building sandcastles next to water’s edge,” Williams said. “It’s difficult work, and it wears you out. I always want the best for these kids. I’m glad to work with adults because I like telling people’s stories.”
It is hard to balance relaxation and work in college. It is honestly paradoxical. I have long accepted college is just plain stressful. College is a lot of work, and it is work that is really worth it. It is good preparation for the stress that comes with working a job in the real world™, and it teaches you many valuable skills.
In college, we are busy enough with classes, homework, jobs and just trying to navigate life. We do not need another requirement on top of all of that — especially one as particular as what is expected.
This year, the tradition returns in its full glory, opening with a piece called “Light Beyond Shadow.” According to Dr. Lynne Gackle, director of choral activities, the piece will set the theme for the concert, representing how the world and Baylor in particular have moved through the pandemic.
Baylor men’s basketball was trounced by Marquette University on the road 96-70 in a non-conference matchup.
The United States Men’s National Team has made it out of Group B and learned much about itself on the journey. Now, it looks to make history by going even further.
We are in the final stretch of the semester, and the monthlong holiday break is within reach. With that in mind, the Arts & Life desk would like to share our favorite Christmas crafts that you must try this holiday season.
Allen senior Reagan Whitaker will be competing at the SEC championship game this weekend for the Dr Pepper Tuition Giveaway.
Given that there are fresh ideas every week and not all of them can make it to the website, we decided to share the pitches we think are notable enough to put online without full editorials being written for them. So, without further ado, here are 12 of The Editorial Board’s best one-liner opinions that didn’t make the final cut.
Togetherall is a 24/7 online platform for anonymous conversations and is clinically moderated. The peer-to-peer community serves students from universities across the country and around the world.
Exams take less time to prepare for and make more sense for a college student’s schedule. For me, exams show their superiority.
The infamous “no-makeup” makeup look has been trending across social media platforms. It is under the umbrella of the “clean girl aesthetic” that has become very popular. It can be easy to compare or feel left out when you see influencers creating these looks and living this clean/aesthetic lifestyle, but truthfully, it’s easy to achieve.
Baylor football came into the year with a top-10 ranking and immaculate hype, but the 2022 season didn’t quite go as planned.
Hundreds of students, alumni and faculty members showed up to support Sam Henderson, Baylor theater and film lecturer, as he debuted his short film “BREAK” at the Austin Film Festival.
Not all of Baylor athletics got to rest up and eat turkey in front of the TV on Thanksgiving. Here is everything you may have missed over the break.
