After weeks and even months of choreographing, practicing and dancing ‘til they drop, the performers of Pigskin had their moment of glory tonight. After the homecoming court was announced and the curtain was dropped, it was showtime.
McClay is the first ever solely Beyoncé-focused journalist — a highly competitive role which she obtained in November 2023. She said her job entails eating, sleeping and breathing all things Beyoncé. The role is challenging and there are always surprises, but it’s something she’s always wanted, she said.
While homecoming only lasts a week, several months of planning and preparation are put in by the Baylor Chamber of Commerce to ensure that these traditions will run smoothly and be memorable for the Baylor community.
“Faculty-in-residence serve a valuable role within our residential communities because they help to promote our residential communities as places that support students’ academic goals and learning as they serve as personal and academic role models, and are a tremendous resource for encouragement, information and advising,” Garrett said.
Homecoming is upon us! Here is the ultimate list of happenings to attend during your weekend. From rallies to revues, performances to pumpkin patches, games to gatherings this lineup assures none will be bored. The question is: can you hit them all?
CURRENT PRINT ISSUE
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Kickoff for Baylor’s matchup against No. 10 BYU is moved to 6 p.m. Saturday. The Bears are set to fly out of Waco at 9:30 a.m.
The Federal Aviation Administration lifted the ground stop for all flights around 7 p.m. Friday. Baylor is still expected to leave for Provo, Utah, Saturday morning.
Baylor’s flight to Provo, Utah to take on No. 10 BYU has not taken off due to the Federal Aviation Administration grounding all planes due to a telecommunication outage, according to SicEm365’s Grayson Grundhoefer.
Baylor legend Robert Griffin III is set to interview with Baylor for the permanent head coaching position, according to On3’s Pete Nakos.
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ARTS & LIFE
There are thousands of books, DVDs and other media to explore at The Friends of the Waco-McLennan County Library Book Sale. The annual sale is the culmination of a community-wide effort that has connected books and readers for over 60 years.
Going to the bathroom is something everyone experiences, so why do some of the bathrooms on campus feel as though no one goes in there?
Organize a to-do list. Note your priorities, and block off time to complete them. I’ve found timetable blocking and scheduling to be very therapeutic for an expert procrastinator like myself.
Usually, when I need an energy boost, I have a lot of schoolwork and not enough stamina and motivation to get it done. But with Celsius, I can accomplish things and get them finished, and I believe it’s incredible how the drink also allows my body to burn fat.
You will feel less homesick if you make yourself at home. My biggest tip is to incorporate small aspects of where you’re from and allow yourself to love where you are. It won’t last forever.
Whether you live 50 miles or 500 miles from home, it can be all too easy to take the “out of sight, out of mind” approach when it comes to your relationships. Maybe you have time constraints or maybe you just plain forget, and there may always be a reason not to call home. That doesn’t mean you shouldn’t.
No amount of money or material things will bring genuine happiness.



