Dr. Alexander McNair, an associate professor of Spanish in the modern languages and cultures department, and Dr. Kelly Johnston, associate professor in curriculum and instruction in the Moody School of Education, were the two recipients of the 2026 Centennial Professors Award this year.
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When I first discovered the inadequacy of my own Christian education, I was honestly a little angry that no pastor or teacher had ever preached the Bible from this perspective. How much meaning had I missed in my years of studying Scripture blindly? But that disappointment quickly turned to gratitude for the friend who opened my eyes, and I hope to do the same for others.
At the Waco STEAM Center, participants are doing more than just learning, they’re gaining experiences by building projects and working with new technology.
Baylor students are sandwiched between two factors that compress the value of their education. On one side, a tightening job market is bringing prospects for young graduates back down to COVID-19 lows. On the other side, disproportionate price increases in the already fast-growing industry of higher education continue to push the cost of a degree toward hard-to-believe figures.
The private school voucher program allows eligible families to be able to use state funds toward either private school tuition or homeschooling expenses, expanding school choice across the state. Applications are open now and will close March 17.
The Rare Neurological Disorder Foundation will launch its inaugural Founding Cohort Fellowship this month, a selective fellowship designed to restructure the organization into a national powerhouse for rare disease advocacy by 2027.
The propositions at the bottom of the ballot touch nearly every corner of public life. Here’s what Baylor students should know before they vote.
“She used to not like math at all; it would be a kind of fight to get her to want to work, but then she would be so happy to do it and she would love it and she would want to do more and more,” Willis said. “That was something I liked seeing because I realized we do have a big impact on these students’ lives, their education and what they’re learning.”
Bella Howell, Class of 2025 graduate from Southlake, was honored as Clinical Teacher of the Year for the state of Texas for her student-teaching position during her senior year.
“If something sounds interesting to you and someone needs help and you have the capacity to help, help because you might find your passion,” doctoral candidate Kelsey Sparks said.
Comprised of five different endowments, the grant will support scholarships, research and academic programs, according to a recent press release. The gift will continue the Moody Foundation’s goal to “transform education in Texas by 2035.”
As censorship rises across American media and education, Dr. James Kendrick, the interim department chair of journalism and professor of film and digital media, warns that power and algorithms are shaping what ideas reach the public. From classrooms to social media feeds, he said the suppression of controversial topics limits critical thinking and open dialogue.
Every summer, the School of Education hosts a Math Teacher Academy, in which math teachers from all over the state can come and learn about techniques that will best help their students succeed. This year, it will be June 23-25 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Whether you enjoy fantasy fiction, classic novels or a good picture book, there is inspiration to be found in every story. If you’re seeking new motivation in paper form, here are some of the Editorial Board’s most beloved suggestions.
While student teachers are not able to administer the STAAR, they can help the students prepare by helping them with subjects that they know will most likely be on the STAAR. Another way the student teachers can help during test week is to encourage the students, as some students really struggle with test anxiety or academic pressure.
Last week, Baylor’s International Student and Scholar Services sent an email travel advisory to all international students across campus, expressing concern for students going back home this summer due to possible complications in returning to the U.S. come August.
“If you’ve never seen anyone in your life succeed through education or legal work, why would you believe that path is possible for you?” Riley said. “Poverty is a cycle, and crime can feel like a rational response to it.”
School vouchers, also known as school choice, have been a controversial subject in Texas education for the past four years. The program uses Texas’ state funds to help parents pay for their children’s homeschooling or private school education. Many educators on both sides of the political aisle have spoken against the program. Other politicians argue that it gives Texas children the opportunity to learn in the best quality environment.
Women make up almost three three-fourths of the teaching population in the United States. However, according to the TIAA Institute, only 36% of women faculty are full professors in higher education. There are stereotypical speculations about why this is, including that women may be more nurturing or drawn to kids by nature and that men are more educated or knowledgable on research subjects.
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.
The Rural Health Equity Research Collaborative is a research lab led by undergraduate students to help alleviate healthcare shortages in medically underserved communities. The group of students in the lab work with communities to introduce healthcare careers to middle school aged children.
The issue some lawmakers and teachers have with Project 2025 regarding the DOE is the funding the DOE provides to thousands of local schools and programs through its $80 billion budget. From supporting public school programs, students with disabilities, and providing student loans for college, these people may be vulnerable if a ban passes.
Baylor Undergraduate Research in Science and Technology provides an opportunity for students of all fields of study interested in scientific research. The BURST club is an organization that aims to support students at the university who are either involved or aspire to be involved in undergraduate research.
“That’s always the best part of opening a new exhibit — seeing how the public responds to it,” said Nall. “It’s been wonderful. It has exceeded expectations.”
Trust me, I understand the need to set boundaries with watching and consuming media, but that doesn’t mean staying uninformed. News consumption is about moderation rather than complete disengagement.
“Pay incentives can lead to jealousy among faculty members,” Cox said, observing that the system could unintentionally favor teachers with smaller or more advanced classes, sparking concerns about fairness.
So how do we manage our time well, making sure we stay true to our commitments, but don’t get dragged down with overwhelming busyness? You have to be OK with saying “no.”
The festival, hosted by Cultural Arts of Waco, runs from Friday to Sunday and includes a WordFest, ScienceFest, ArtsFest and a film showcase. Many of the events will take place around and inside the Waco Convention Center at various times that are clarified on their website.
“There’s a sense of responsibility when you work with a donated body,” Alwani said. “It’s a reminder that these were people who made the choice to help others learn and grow.”
Amid Waco’s booming arts scene, one art form has grown slower than others — dance. However, partial credit must be awarded to one trailblazer in the field. From the beginning of her dance career in her youth to now, Waco local Brooke Schlecte has brought many opportunities for different kinds of dance to thrive in Waco.
