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The place to be: Bits and pieces that make Baylor feel like home
Every time I have come home within the past few months, there has been someone who asks me how my time at Baylor has been. I am able to tell them that it's amazing every time, and there isn't even a hesitation or a stretch from the truth.
What to Do in Waco: Summer Edition
Summer is approaching, and while campus might be gradually emptying, Waco is blooming with upcoming events. Whether you’re visiting, living in Waco or taking summer classes, the following list includes something for everyone, from music events to tours of the city.
In case you missed it: Baylor’s 2023-24 sports year in review
Despite no Big 12 Championships for any program as of May 2, Baylor Athletics kept it moving with another year filled with winning seasons. Here's a glance at the best sports moments of the 2023-24 year, even though both golf teams, softball, baseball and track and field are still competing.
ESPN analyst Fran Fraschilla breaks down Baylor’s Walter, Missi ahead of NBA Draft
Missi was tabbed as the 22nd overall pick in ESPN’s Mock Draft on April 17, while Walter was projected in the lottery at No. 12. Fraschilla said they’re both “prototype NBA players once they physically mature in the next two, three, four [or] five years.”
Student speaks out on OALA relocation via survey, social media
Katy senior Brenna Colihan made an Instagram post on April 24 that included a four-page essay on her frustration at the relocation. She also posted the results of an anonymous survey of over 100 people in the Baylor community, which showed negative sentiments toward the decision among the respondents.
New restaurant brings family recipes, curated barbecue to Waco
Christina Black is one of the three co-owners of Terry Black's Barbecue, alongside her two brothers, Mike and Mark. Christina graduated from Baylor in 2007 with a bachelor's degree in business administration in accounting, and she said she always wanted to open a location in Waco due to her deep roots in the city.
Letter from the Editor: Signing off
Serving as the editor-in-chief of The Lariat has been the greatest privilege of my college career. I never could have imagined how bittersweet it would be to unpin my prints from the board, design my last staff meeting presentation and pass my final story on Camayak. But here I am, shedding a tear or two writing this letter.
First deaf church in Central Texas brings gospel to underserved community
According to the International Mission Board, the 70 million members of the global deaf population are "some of the least evangelized people on Earth." Only about 2% of deaf people have been introduced to the gospel. With no deaf churches between Dallas and Austin, that was just as true in Central Texas as anywhere — until Richard Larson came to town.
Baylor men’s golf secures No. 6 seed at NCAA Chapel Hill Regional
“This golf course will test you, but par is a good score,” McGraw said. “The reality is, if you play well, you're probably going to make it [to nationals]. If you don't, you're probably not going to make it. So ideally, we just need to do what we've been doing lately, and that will probably be good enough to get out.”
Women in Leadership initiative prepares students to overcome workplace challenges
Baylor's Women in Leadership initiative is hoping to build off current resources in order to develop female leaders and advocate for their success in the workplace.
What to Do in Waco: May 2 – 6
Done with finals but stuck in Waco? Here are some things to do while you’re still in town.
Cue the bloopers: Outtakes from The Editorial Board
While these ideas are outtakes of a sort, it doesn’t mean they aren’t worthy of their own time to shine. In fact, we’ve decided to push some of our favorites into the spotlight for this last piece. Here they are…
Summer is the time to build habits, not break them
It might be easy to immerse yourself in your part-time job or wish the next three months away in eager anticipation for the fall, but summer is the perfect time to build habits, not break them. So, if you’re looking for some extra ways to fill your summer calendar, here are some suggestions.
Home Sic: Make college your second home
1500 miles away from home and three years in, I can finally say I’ve somewhat made Baylor a second home. It’s never too late to join an organization that best fits you. Remember to take a deep breath. You may not be able to see the future, but you can give it your all and go for it.
Cole Posey flirts with cycle as Baylor baseball takes down UT Arlington 5-3
As Posey flirted with history, the rest of the team rallied behind him as Baylor (20-23, 9-12 Big 12) secured its seventh nonconference win out of its last eight outings outside of league play.
Review: ‘Challengers’ is a certified ace
You’ll never be able to view tennis the same way.
24th annual Black Glasses Film Festival sets stage for ‘a good time at the...
Maverick Moore, senior lecturer in film and digital media and Black Glasses film programmer, said this year's submissions may have created the best lineup of films the festival has seen.
From acrobatic gymnastics to brand sponsor: Jordan Gruendler appreciates team aspect of A&T
A former individual acrobatic gymnastic athlete and current brand sponsor, junior top Jordan Gruendler said she appreciates the Baylor acrobatics and tumbling team for giving her a squad to care for and helping bring new skills into the sport.
Lariat TV News: Nine-time national champs, free caps and gowns and Best of Show...
It's our last show of the year and we're bringing you the final news you need to know on campus and around Waco to...
Waco nonprofit seeks to ‘revive the world back to nature’ with community gardening
Inconspicuously situated on a once-vacant lot in a sleepy Waco neighborhood on the 1100 block of Taylor Street is an array of crop beds growing vegetables such as onions, cabbage, peas and sorghum. The property is the site of Global Revive — a nonprofit organization founded in 2013 to “revive our world back to nature” by encouraging people to grow their own food.
Bears lend a paw: Hospitality Crew opens applications for summer 2024
Associate director of new student programs Keane Tarbell said the "H Crew" offers customer service to attendees of Orientation and Line Camp, so new students and their families feel a warm welcome to Baylor.
Special Education Program prepares student-teachers to ‘do it all’
The Baylor School of Education’s Special Education Program is dedicated to preparing new teachers to individualize curriculum and prioritize children's specific needs.
Lotte Bostick honored with Collins Outstanding Professor Award
Lotte Bostick worked as an attorney for 11 years before coming to Baylor, where she has served at Baylor Law School since 2016 and at the Hankamer School of Business, teaching business law since 2018.
Fathers, sons and high-fives: Hey Dad, I remember
It’s an odd thing to simply wake up one day and be done with something that has played such a large part in your life. Soon, I'll be ending my four-year career with The Baylor Lariat. Originally, I was going to write about that to end my time here, but I just couldn’t see anything more fitting than writing about the man who got me where I am today.
Worth the wait: Senior class perseveres through COVID-19 to graduation
Look, everyone’s college journey is different, but it’s safe to say each member of the graduating class has a one-up saved in their back pocket for the “when I was a college student” conversations that pop up during family and work outings. On a more serious note, there is reason to celebrate, because the class of 2024 overcame unique hurdles to finally walk the stage.
Summer jobs mean more than a paycheck in your pocket
When most people think fondly of summer, it normally involves hot days spent splashing at the pool, laughter from friends both new and old and the "cha-ching!" of a biweekly paycheck hitting your account. Sure — to most, working in the summer is an effort to fund another Cowboy Coffee for when you desperately need a pick-me-up. But if you give them the chance, summer jobs have more life lessons packed into them than you would think.
Geoscience rocks: Geological Society at Baylor shares passion through mineral sale
For the department of geosciences, rock collecting is more than just a fun hobby — it’s a career. On Monday, members of the Geological Society at Baylor shared their love for the field with others by hosting a rock and mineral sale at the Baylor Sciences Building.
Up in the sky: Inside the high-flying lives of student pilots
For a select group of Baylor students, class isn't always in a room on campus — it may be on one of 28 planes operating out of a private hangar at the airport.
Baylor beefs up digital defense programming with new cybersecurity major
Students with a cybersecurity major will select one of four concentrations in order to develop talents beyond their computer and technical skills. Each concentration will require six courses, many of which are outside the department of computer science.
Stay on the academic grind: Take summer classes
After a hectic year of classes, many students take the opportunity to rest and recharge during the summer. While I understand wanting to take a break, I think students should be more open to taking summer classes. Taking summer classes helps you complete hours in a cheaper, more individualized way.