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With spring break starting this weekend, Baylor students are gearing up for an escape — but having fun doesn’t have to mean breaking the bank.

According to the National Library of Medicine, only 16.5% of students who intend to major in pre-medicine graduate with the courses required in order to attend medical school. Most students that go to medical school major in biological science, as it is one that extensively overlaps with working in the healthcare field.

According to a Baylor News Flash email sent to students, affected buildings included the Armstrong Browning Library, Bobo Spiritual Life Center, Carroll Library, McMullen-Connally Faculty Center and Tidwell Bible Building. All affected buildings were diverted to auxiliary power.

The discussed topics, which ranged from the mistreatment of Black women in the Antebellum South to the relationship between women’s health and religious institutions, sought to add academic context to a variety of key events in the history of women’s rights.

“We know that housing alone will not solve homelessness, but we believe that community will,” Hinojosa said. “That is what is baked into our model.”

As Baylis said, the impacts of this research are tremendous for the United States, as it could curb the problem of limited spectrum space for our increasingly internet-reliant world. This technology could also be used for defense initiatives such as more advanced radar and communication technologies.

Ash Wednesday, which marks the beginning of the liturgical season of Lent with a cross of burned palm upon the forehead, brought campus together towards Christian repentance and the exploration of new spiritual practices ahead of Easter.

The measles outbreak in Texas is growing quickly, but there have been no confirmed cases in McLennan County at this time. According to ABC News, the number of measles cases has increased to 159, leaving 22 people hospitalized. Measles is highly contagious, however, it is preventable with vaccines.

While food banks and delivery services look to solve the symptoms of food insecurity, Meraz said that poor nutrition is often linked to a lack of internal motivation. This, in turn, is caused by the increasing social isolation felt by many adults. According to the CDC, one in three report feeling lonely, and one in four say they lack social and emotional support.

With the guidance of the Lenten Devotional series, Simpson hopes that all members of the faith will use this season as a time to grow in unity, despite differences in practice.

The university, which first attained the R1 designation in 2021, continues to expand its research portfolio by hiring and endorsing faculty researchers who benefit from increased funding and the development of new research infrastructure.

“Radical unity and radical prayer have spurred on an extraordinary movement of God at Baylor University over the past seven years,” he said.

The Fulbright Program, which offers U.S. government-funded experiences to recent college graduates, has been accepting more Bears than ever. Eighteen Baylor graduates received a 2024-2025 Fulbright scholarship and a record 48 have been named semi-finalists for the 2025-2026 school year.

Advancements in AI have changed academia in a multitude of ways, including how students learn to study. Now, AI is helping how faculty and students conduct their research. Scopus research database has added the Scopus AI tool that utilizes AI in pulling resources and information from across their databases, and Baylor students and faculty have access to this tool.

The Baylor Angel Network hosted speakers at the Paul L. Foster Campus for Business and Innovation on Thursday to discuss the potential of investing in humanoid robotic technology and cryptocurrencies.

Baylor has unveiled the Extend the Line scholarship initiative, a campaign aiming to raise $250 million by 2030 to enhance student scholarships and ensure that a Baylor education remains accessible and affordable.

There are prehealth workshops like this throughout the semester. The next two are on March 3 and March 17. According to the registration page, the March 3 workshop will provide trail mix to “savor the admissions experience,” and the March 17 workshop is called “How to Be a One in a Melon Applicant” and will provide sour watermelon candies to students who attend.

“I think what’s unique about Baylor is that there is that fourth component that I think all organizations should start with, just incorporating the faith throughout whatever we are doing,” Bui said.

Wright pointed to hands-on learning as essential to not only a practical way to truly understand one’s work, but also as a way to gain practical experience in the field of management consulting. He said that students ought to be able to include the class –– during which they split into groups to partner with local businesses –– on resumes just like any consulting internship.

Baylor department of art and art history hosted “Concept is King! The Design Summit 2025” Wednesday morning for students, faculty and the public. The event included three keynote speakers with varying backgrounds in design or technology who spoke about artificial intelligence usage in their work.

“One less student having to experience any level of hunger or food insecurity is a step in the right direction,” he said.

Baylor is now faced with a socio-political crossroad: uphold its commitment to diversity as a private university or blend in with the unavoidable fate of state education.

“All week we are offering a space for students to surrender their scales if the scale causes them any undue burden or stress,” Mastin said.

Navigating the world of credit can be overwhelming for college students, but Baylor is offering a way to make it easier.

Baylor Student Foundation plays a key role in fundraising, scholarship initiatives and campus events. Commonly known as StuFu, the organization provides students with leadership opportunities and a chance to engage with the university community. Members describe their experience as an opportunity to develop skills, build connections and contribute to Baylor’s mission.

By partaking in the cultural practice of fasting this season, Shafiq said she feels an extra level of connection with those who are suffering in Gaza currently.

At their regular February meeting, the Baylor Board of Regents took major steps towards it’s five-year strategic plan, including approving a tuition increase for the 2025-26 school year, a new scholarship initiative and the addition of two new academic degrees.

According to Magnolia, Ark. junior Olivia Claire Smith, Chi Omega president, repeat Sing performers bring the enthusiasm of the previous year’s performance. In the case of Chi Omega, which put on a top act last year, returning performers may help start a winning dynasty.

“We exist with one foot in the Baylor world and one foot in the larger world of academic publishing,” Jarrell said. “It is our hope to serve both spheres, bridging excellence in our industry and prestigious service to our leadership while playing a role in furthering Baylor’s missional life as an R1 institution.”

When Everett first surveyed campus, he said one of the things he noticed was the lack of color around campus. To rectify this, he said his team has planted tulips around campus which have begun blooming just in time for graduation photo opportunities.