Author: Courtney Sosnowski

Think you know the story of the Wise Men who bring gifts to the baby Jesus? Think again.

Some Baylor students are unable to afford three meals a day. Find out what Baylor is doing to help:

Nothing makes you feel like a kids again more than going to the zoo. Find out about volunteering at Cameron Park Zoo.

East Waco, which has recently been a neglected part of Waco, is on the rise again as a tight-knit community.

Is the work worth it? Read how two students have championed causes through starting an organization.

“Project Sunshine” brings hope to music students in Kingwood.

As domestic violence increasingly receives media coverage, Wacoans speak out

By Courtney Sosnowski | ReporterHomecoming is a time to reflect on traditions. For Baylor, one word that easily fits into our legacy is service, because it’s a part of Baylor’s Christian mission. Greek life invests a lot of time in homecoming. The long hours of rehearsals for Pigskin Revue and endless pomping of tissue paper for a float are part of the joyful agony of this tradition. These things remind the alumni of their time at Baylor and show them who we are today. Greek life also invests a lot of money in homecoming. An organization can participate in one…

NWTF conservation project focuses on bringing Texas land to it’s fullest potential by removing invasive species.

Waco businesses help feed families in the largest one-day food drive in Texas.

Pre-health students have a demanding schedule, yet they still make time for service:

Need some study music? Tune into the radio station made by students for students.

From NBC’s The Voice to touring Texas, Holly Tucker has learned the ins and outs of country music.

$3 jeans? Yes please! The Clothesline of Mission Waco marks down prices every Friday. Read here:

By Courtney Sosnowski | ReporterI spent 10 weeks of my summer in Washington, D.C., and it changed my life. Granted, I want to work in politics after I graduate, but I think that D.C. has something to offer all Americans. Traveling anywhere will expand your mind and help you to remember history, but some destinations have more to offer than others. I think D.C. can positively affect the way Americans remember current and past events. Not long after our nation’s birth, the founders chose Washington as the nation’s capital. Most important decisions in our nation’s history have happened within the…

These women turn plastic bags in to beds for the homeless. Learn how here:

Environmental activists use art to spread awareness of climate change
Waco Friends of Peace/Climate host Art Exhibit to raise awareness of climate change

Business students can solve real world problems through work with nonprofits in Waco
Make a difference with your education. Read how these student’s nonprofit work contributed to their professional career:

Want to be involved in making a difference in Waco? Through Bear2Bear, you can invest in the lives of the next generation:

Three days a week, the Gospel Cafe serves food to low-income citizens of Waco.

Want to enhance your degree? Love service? Baylor’s nonprofit marketing major/minor may be for you!

Baylor has always been service-oriented. For over 60 years, the women of CHIS have made a difference around Waco. Read here:
What you join in college can change your life. Read how one Baylor alum’s membership in CHIS has shaped her community service today: