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Last week, Gov. Greg Abbott and Texas Republicans passed Senate Bill 14, also known as the Texas DOGE bill, into law. The bill allows for the formation of the Texas Regulatory Efficiency Office, which looks to emulate the recent work by DOGE and Elon Musk at the federal level. The bill promises to “cut the red tape” and other regulations that might limit the prosperity of Texas businesses and the economy.

The Toliver Chapel Student Showcase, which will shed light on the volume of topics found in the study of African American history, seeks to expose presenting undergraduates and attendees alike to the kind of work commonly found in the academic world.

“It’s intense because the practice of law can be intense,” Fraley said. “We have judges all over the state tell us, ‘We know the minute a Baylor lawyer walks into our courtroom, they are prepared. They know their case, they know the law. They show proper respect.’”

The three Baylor students whose visas were revoked earlier this month have now had their visas reinstated, according to university spokesperson Lori Fogleman. It comes as part of a national maneuver on behalf of the DHS that saw 1,500 students nationwide have their student visa status temporarily reinstated.

The Brooks Great Hall, home to Tuesday Teas and Sunday community dinners, will close its doors on May 14 after serving meals to the Baylor community since 2007.

“It’s great to see so many people come together to celebrate their own cultures,” Huebner said. “It was neat to learn new things and see dances that originate from different cultures.”

Hundreds of students from a range of communities filled the Alexander Hall study area on Friday afternoon to remember the life of Paul Yannarelli, a 20-year-old, Totowa, N.J. sophomore and health science studies major. With members of Baylor Wake, the Honors Residential College, the Baylor Interdisciplinary Core, St. Peter’s Catholic Church and more present, there was not a single empty seat. President Linda Livingstone was also in attendance.

From strategic time management to tapping into campus resources like the Success Center and free tutoring, students have tools to help them finish the semester strong without burning out.

At noon, hundreds of residents from McLennan and surrounding counties gathered at a rally organized by the McLennan County Democratic Party. Speakers including Beto O’Rourke, Nancy Thompson and Wendy Davis addressed the seated but enthusiastic crowd at a “March for Democracy.”

“For a university to even have a mission trip commissioning is like empowering,” he said. “Baylor recognizes that students are going on mission and, even further, supports us in prayer and commissioning. It’s an incredible feeling.”

“You’ll often hear in the military that you are an officer first and a physical therapist second,” Condon said. “So we are looking for people who are comfortable and interested in leading and have a sincere desire to serve those who serve.”

“We have institutionally been in a pretty good position to weather all this,” Chambliss said. “We don’t have the exposure of say, the large academic medical centers that are reliant on indirect cost and more reliant on federal dollars than Baylor … Their funding for research can be as much as 80% out of a federal portfolio; ours is only 50%.”

Baylor announced on April 14 it will participate alongside McLennan Community College and cyber education company General Assembly to offer students and professionals alike the opportunity to take two cyber skills courses. The initiative, which stemmed from a skill gap among technology professionals throughout the U.S., aims to provide additional certification and training to a wide variety of employees in the Waco community.

The Diana R. Garland School of Social Work began a new faculty-led research project, the Adult Clergy Sexual Abuse Advocacy and Research Collaborative, in 2023. The collaborative, which features faculty members from both the School of Social Work and from other universities, provides the university and greater academic community with a mix of research on clergy sexual abuse and increased advocacy for survivor awareness and legal reform.

“Brain-rot” is Oxford University Press’s term of the year, with the use of the term increasing by 230%. With this dramatic uptick, researchers start to wonder if our brains are actually “rotting” — and if it really is because of “those dang phones.”

Last August, Cameron Park Zoo got a lot colder as a storm of South African penguins swept into a new $12.8 million habitat. The 11 pairs of penguins have been one of the zoo’s most popular attractions. While their cuteness is a big money maker, the zoo’s main work with the penguins is through conservation.

Texas Senate Bill 3 (SB 3) proposes a sweeping ban on all forms of THC, including hemp-derived compounds like Delta-8 and Delta-9. It aims to restrict the cannabinoids that can be legally sold, impose stricter licensing and testing requirements and introduce criminal penalties for non-compliance, according to Texas Policy Research.

From lightly worn furniture to unused appliances, move-out week sees dumpsters overflowing with all sorts of nearly-new items. As the end of the semester approaches, a pair of business students have found a way to keep those goods out of the garbage and into the hands of the people who need them.

“I hope that any student that graduates from Baylor, regardless of their interest, regardless of their major, I hope that they at least understand sustainability challenges and feel equipped to address those in the future,” VerPloeg said.

This summer, the Waco Mammoth National Monument will celebrate its 10 year anniversary of becoming a recognized site by the National Park Foundation. This designation was the result of over six years of hard work between the park staff and Waco community, according to National Parks Service Site Manager Raegan King.

Maxwell said that while this is a season of mourning for the Catholic community, it can dually function as a season of remembrance and gratitude for the dedication Pope Francis showed the church.

The Data Science Club at Baylor prepares students for a career in data science and related fields while also helping build a community among its members. The club organizes info sessions with companies, game nights, professional development workshops and real world projects.

As class registration continues, many Baylor students find themselves scrambling to secure the perfect schedule. But with the right strategy, it doesn’t have to be a stressful process.

Cerovich is in the Honors College here at Baylor, so the chapel holds a special place in his heart. But the EP wasn’t created by Cerovich alone — he had lots of help from his many friends.

The company Colossal Biosciences prides itself on being the first and only “de-extinction” company. They’ve gone viral recently for successfully restoring the long-extinct dire wolf, but many geneticists and scientists believe the situation is not as simple as it seems.

“[They are] their eyes and ears, and they let people know that, ‘Hey, there’s someone there to assist or make a quick call for assistance if needed,’” Rodman said.

Four undergraduate STEM researchers have earned the Goldwater Scholarship, which recognizes outstanding undergraduates interested in pursuing STEM research.

“I don’t believe it’s appropriate for Christians to celebrate Seder because they neglect the story from which it originates,” Abel said. “I don’t believe that you can throw a name on a celebration that has deep cultural meaning to others.”

Students lined up at Fountain Mall on Wednesday for the bi-annual Free Farmers Market. The event offered a wide variety of fresh produce and non-perishables — completely free to students, faculty and staff.

“I decided to adopt Fred because I knew, first of all, that he needed a home, but also because I just love cats,” she said.