Baylor attracts students from around the world, offering academic opportunities and a diverse campus community. International students have their own experiences adjusting to life at Baylor, from navigating a new culture to finding support through campus resources and student organizations.
RISE, which stands for Reflecting Cultural Diversity, Inspiring Leadership Growth, Strengthening Community Relations and Ensuring Lasting Impact, passed on March 6 in the student senate, with 32 of 35 senators voting in favor. It ensures 2.5% of the roughly $500,000 Student Government Allocation Fund — about $12,000 — is dedicated to helping sponsor cultural organizations.
Norma’s Florals has inspired the Cha Community team to focus more on floral teas at this new location, though their signature milk boba teas will still be offered. Jaja Chen said she was excited to show customers more specialty teas, allowing them to be educated in both the preparation and sourcing of teas from a variety of cultures, including Taiwan and Nepal.
On Monday, Baylor’s Rho Eta chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., hosted an open forum, “Let’s Get EmpoweRED,” highlighting and discussing women’s mental health, substance abuse and finding community at Baylor as a Black person. Attendees included DST members, Baylor staff, alumna and students.
“Serving as president and carrying on from those before me is a distinct honor and privilege,” Haines said. “Particularly because as I have looked at the list of presidents, there are many that I have known and have been friends with, never imagining that I would ever become president of such an esteemed organization.”
After a much-needed bye week for Baylor football, the team continues to prep for the Bluebonnet Battle against TCU. The Bears enter Week 8 focused on mental strength and a consistently fast pace of play.
What began with a handful of believers in 1995 has become one of the Big 12’s strongest programs, powered by a blend of faith, tradition and drive that has Baylor on the brink of history. Three decades later, the Bears aren’t just chasing a title; they’re living out the promise that built the program from the start.
Baylor football will look to separate itself coming out of the bye week. Energy and intensity are pushing the Bears toward Fort Worth.
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The Waco Police Department planned neighborhood block parties all across the city last Tuesday night in celebration of National Night Out.
Baylor track and field athletes are trading competition for community this fall, leading a six-week youth running program through the national nonprofit Run Your City. The Waco chapter kicked off its first season Sept. 14 and runs through Oct. 19 at Rice Field, with free sessions held Sundays from 2 to 3 p.m.
Shelby Livingstone Anema initially saw herself focusing on sports ministry once her volleyball playing days ended — but through the persistence of those around her, Anema has found her calling to ministry through coaching collegiate volleyball.
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Late in the fourth quarter of Baylor’s 35-34 win over Kansas State, the Bears led 32-31. The defense had a goal-line-stand to force a Wildcat field goal.
The Bears came back from a 14-point deficit in the fourth quarter to win their first Power Four home game of the season. Senior tight end Michael Trigg led the way with eight catches for 155 yards.
Like the lyrics of the song used in the trailers, I wanted this movie to “give me something to believe in,” but what I received was a standard, run-of-the-mill action sci-fi movie.
While looking back on all my involvements, I can confidently say that I have no regrets participating in my weird mix of activities. I hope my fellow Bears can also say they have no regrets — not because they are limiting themselves but because they are experiencing as many things as possible.
Students could learn practical skills, make some spending money and even help lower the costs of the university. Now, just because it would lower the operating costs of the university doesn’t mean it would be reflected in a tuition drop — especially when you remember the sentiments in Vedder’s article.
Instead of wasting our summer playing video games or watching TikTok, let’s pick up a book and sit outside.
In turn, there is much to be learned from grandparents. They have been on this Earth far longer than most, meaning they can be positive role models and give great advice. There’s also a good chance they can tell you more about your cultural heritage and family history. They always have stories to share.
If you don’t have a job or summer internship — or if you haven’t even declared your major — it’s OK. If you have no idea what you want to do yet, that’s OK too. Where you start in college and directly after is just a stepping stone to where you’ll end up.
People who say things like “this stuff happens” don’t fully understand what families of both parties go through after a tragedy like having a loved one killed in a shooting. We, as a country and society, need to improve our laws and background checks not only for future generations but also for victims of all the major and minor shootings that have happened.
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