The United States’ oldest institution of higher learning, Harvard University, was founded in 1636 with Congregationalist and Unitarian influences. Yale University was established as a school to train ministers in language and theology. Throughout its history, Duke University held strong ties to the Methodist church. Aside from these schools’ historical religious affiliations, they also share one other common thread: They’ve all lost their ties to the church. In his New York Times op-ed column, “The Big University” published earlier this month, David Brooks examines the trend of this secularization in formerly religious institutions that were “explicitly designed to cultivate their…
Author: Baylor Lariat
Many majors are looked down upon by the general population. Theater, English, history, journalism, philosophy and art majors are scorned for not pursuing something more practical such as a science — or math — oriented major, or even a more general business major. I can’t count the number of times a curious adult asked my major and responded with skepticism when I told them I am pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in journalism.“What do you want to do with that?” they would ask. “You know newspapers are dying, don’t you?” Then they proceed to suggest a more “practical” major that…
In an editorial, “Gimme a break: Fall break not long enough to enjoy” [published Oct. 15] the writer talks about extending Fall Break; students are not getting their fair share of time off. Now being out of the military, I may have a different perspective regarding school. It is my belief that the purpose of going to college is to get the appropriate education to get a job to earn money to make a living. So under that assumption, students should make a lifestyle transition that will prepare them for the workforce. Coming out of the workforce I can tell…
A horrifying Halloween experience awaits those who choose to see the showing of “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” complete with a shadow cast this weekend.
This Halloween, the first ever Stadium SPOOKtacular presented by Lowe’s of Waco will take place from 5-9 p.m. on October 31 at McLane Stadium.
Several local artists take the opportunity to show off their art work at the Waco Central Texas Artist Collective. Two artists in particular are brothers, Genaro and Daniel Barron.
Tired, stretched thin and worn out, any student with a job will tell you how difficult it is to work at the same time they’re going to school. Willing to bet they’ll also tell you how much they’ve learned from the situation as well. In the simplest explanation, there’s a sense of accomplishment that comes with completing a hard day’s work. Biblically, we can point to texts like Colossians 3:23 and Genesis 2:15 and know that work was something we were designed for. While there are days when we want nothing more than to sleep off the week, too much…
By Rachel Toalson, Assistant Web EditorMusic is a powerful thing. It is a force that drives us, that motivates us, that encourages and relates to us. It allows us to find a connection with the artist and with others. Music manages to break through the noise of everyday life and help us find an escape and through that, we find clarity.With each unique individual person, in turn they have a unique taste in music. No one’s taste is the same and no one has the same opinion on it because music is such a versatile thing. It is open for…
By Rolando Rodriguez Soto, ReporterBaylor students are starting the first student led nonprofit organization in the Baylor Journalism, Public Relations and New Media Department. Inite collects funds to provide an education, supplies and other basic needs to children in underdeveloped countries.The word “Inite” is Creole for unity. Creole is the main language in Haiti, which is Inite’s current primary focus.Inite partners with the Sisters of San Juan Evangelista in Wanament, Haiti. The Juanistas provide the children with necessary supplies and resources, but the nuns aren’t able to help every child. Inite is raising money for these children, so they can…
By Katie Grovatt, Reporter Texans will be given the chance to vote on a proposed amendment that would give citizens the official right to hunt and fish. If gained a majority support by voters on Nov. 3, the legislation will amend Section One, Article I of the Texas Constitution. The proposed amendment reads: “The people have the right to hunt, fish and harvest wildlife, including by the use of traditional methods, subject to laws or regulations to conserve and manage wildlife and preserve the future of hunting and fishing.” This amendment would ensure for future generations the claimed fundamental…
Baylor’s online summer school added four new programs for students to take in 2016. Last summer marked the first time online courses were offered to undergraduate students. Until then, they were only available for graduate programs. Arts and sciences summer courses The first round of the pilot program for arts and science courses filled up in two days of being posted. The College of Arts and Sciences will increase the spots from 100 to 240, said Dr. Blake Burleson, associate dean of undergraduate studies. “It’s a way to help students catch up and stay ahead,” Burleson said. The program ran…
How concerned should Baylor fans be about Seth Russell’s injury? Well, it’s always bad when the starting quarterback goes down. He is the starter for a reason. He also has the reps, rapport and timing down with the offensive weapons. That is something a backup simply doesn’t have, by no fault of his own. I do not, however, think Baylor fans should press the panic button quite yet. Art Briles is a masterful coach and he is prepared every year for a situation like this. Jarrett Stidham is the next man up at quarterback for Baylor. The true freshman was…
Freshman forward Lauren Piercy was named Big 12 Newcomer of the Week Tuesday for the second time this season. Piercy was on fire Sunday against Texas where she scored the game winner, beating the Longhorns 2-1. This sets a record for the Bears, earning them a 5th weekly award. The Bears have been on a role this year. Since the program started in 1996, Baylor has earned 10 Newcomer of the Weeks honors. “It’s not a team of individual superstars, it is a team,” said head coach Paul Jobson. “You can be down two players and still beat a top…
The AFC East might just be the best division in football right now. Which is a far cry from how this division has operated the past decade. As great as the New England Patriots have played since Tom Brady and Bill Belichick got together, the rest of the division has been mostly subpar. This division, however, made a huge overall jump in 2015. Many analysts expected the AFC East to be competitive this year, so I’m not exactly being a clairvoyant for saying I believe this division is the best. However, after the slow start Miami made, the defensive turnover…
Baylor football is blazing a trail it have never blazed before. So far this season, the Bears have reached the No. 2 ranking in the country, maintained the best active home winning streak in the country, are frontrunners to achieve a third-straight Big 12 title and are looking at a very legitimate chance at getting into the College Football Playoff. Additionally, the Bears’ on-field product is looking like the best its ever been. Junior receiver Corey Coleman is in consideration for the Heisman Trophy, the Bears’ offense leads the country and the “Gang Green” defense can’t stop forcing turnovers. When…
On Saturday, my friends and I made the wet voyage to McLane Stadium to watch our No. 2 ranked Baylor Bears take on the Iowa State Cyclones. The entire game, even the second half, was a blast back down memory lane. I kept having flashbacks from my freshman year, when I stood on the front row of Floyd Casey Stadium as Baylor overcame the Heisman Hangover by smashing No. 1 ranked KSU 52-24. Then it hit me. Although this was an amazing homecoming game for a senior, the fact that I was even able to make my way down to…
Baylor volleyball’s Big 12 season is slowly slipping away after Iowa State defeated the Bears in straight sets Sunday at the Ferrell Center (19-25, 21-25, 22-25). The Bears, who were trying to rebound at home after a five-set loss on the road to TCU last Wednesday, fell short when the Cyclones came out attacking. “We have had time to recover from it,” said sophomore outside hitter Katie Staiger. “We honestly played all out defense in our last match against TCU. We would have loved to pull that one out, but we can’t let games string together. Each game is a…
The Baylor Fitness Center is hosting a Halloween group workout on Wednesday in Russell Gym.
Baylor Libraries dedicates Dennis Campbell Innovative Learning Space in Jesse H. Jones Library to honor former colleague.
By Meghan Mitchell, Reporter With one match postponed due to bad weather, Baylor soccer shifted its focus to one game over the weekend. Baylor beat Texas 2-1 Sunday at Myers Stadium. The Bears (9-5-2, 4-1-1 Big 12) traveled to Austin to take on the tough Longhorn (7-5-4, 4-3-1 Big 12) team. Even though the Bears led in shot attempts (6-4) and shots on goal (3-1) both teams remained scoreless through the first half. Coming back from the halftime, the Bears endured the poor field condition at Myers Stadium. The game looked set for a 0-0 tie. That changed in three…
Play any song on an organ, and it’ll instantly become spooky. At least, that’s what assistant professor of keyboard studies Isabelle Demers is hoping for the organ department’s 25th annual Halloween Concert.
Baylor Vs Iowa State Homecoming Game from Baylor Lariat on Vimeo. The No. 2 Bears defeat Iowa State 45-27 in a rain-filled homecoming game at McLane Stadium.
The Cultural Arts District of Waco is applying for a grant to fund the installation of artistic street signs meant to decorate and light up the downtown area. Creative Waco is partnering with the City of Waco to make an application possible.
Special edition of Don’t Feed the Bears, featuring some new faces to talk about Homecoming cancelations and Baylor uniforms. Also, Shehan talks Coach Bennett.
Steppin’ Out, one of Baylor University’s longest-running traditions, is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year. Registration day is right around the corner after homecoming from Monday to Thursday.
Baylor Chamber of Commerce has been carrying out Baylor tradition since 1919. Although Chambermen help with and organize many activities on campus, Homecoming is their shining moment.
By Katie Grovatt, ReporterTourist are expected to flood into Waco on Halloween Weekend as Magnolia Market is having it’s grand opening at the downtown silos. The city has estimated that this event will attract almost as many out of town people as Baylor Game Days. “Magnolia is estimating in the neighborhood of 5,000 people per Saturday, I’m sure there will be Saturdays that are fewer than that, but we’re talking about maybe 10,000 people a week,” said Megan Henderson, Executive Director at the Downtown Development Corporation. Dori Helm, Communications manager for the city of Waco, said that due to the…
Two and a half years ago, Central Texas changed forever. The West Fertilizer Co. building exploded on April 17, 2013, killing 15 people, injuring more than 160 and destroying dozens of buildings in the vicinity. In the aftermath of the case, seven civil lawsuits were filed for damages in the deaths and injuries of these citizens. The first of these settled out of court on Oct. 11, but two rounds of cases are still pending for 2016. While civil cases are a tool for families to receive a financial compensation for their loved ones, the state of Texas and federal…
By Eric Vining, ContributorWith an increasing number of shootings at colleges and universities across the United States, university administrators and officials across the country are working harder than ever to make sure their students, faculty and staff remain safe on college campuses. Some of the most notable events have occured in recent weeks at Umpqya Community College in Roseburg, Ore., and Texas Southern University in Houston.Baylor is no exception, and administrative officials constantly improve plans already in place to take care of such emergency situations.“We’re constantly evaluating, assessing, re-assessing and implementing counter-shooter strategies,” said Mark Childers, associate vice president for…
