In honor of the First Council of Nicaea’s anniversary, the Institute for Faith and Learning held three public lectures Tuesday and Wednesday on topics ranging from the literary merit of the Nicene Creed to the council’s impact on modern Christianity.
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Baylor held its annual Faculty and Staff of Color Reception Thursday afternoon to welcome new staff for this school year and celebrate plans for the new year, one being the new memorial on Founder’s Mall.
Public discourse unfolded online, leaving students to make sense of gun violence on high school and college campuses. With traditions like Homecoming and Christmas on Fifth Street around the corner, administrators are navigating safety measures in the current political climate.
This year, even the construction on I-35 isn’t enough to stop alumni parents from traveling to see both their students and their alma mater for Family Weekend starting this Saturday.
Snowfall in central Texas is far in few between, but this year’s Christmas on 5th celebration was the perfect winter wonderland.
“For many veterans, Veterans Day is a reminder that they are not alone,” Milian said. “Life can be isolating, and it’s important to remember that we are surrounded by others who share similar experiences.”
SGAF funding can be used for all types of campus groups, ranging from Greek organizations to cultural clubs and anything in between. The SGAF has provided funding for events like Pi Beta Phi’s “Howdy,” fraternity car washes, and even a luau. El Paso senior and Student Senate Finance Chair Aron Basurto said that Student Government prides itself on the diversity of the events it has funded.
While many events are held throughout the month of November to celebrate Thanksgiving, the Multicultural Affairs department is responsible for sponsoring a variety of events to honor Native American Heritage Month.
The Center for Global Engagement will host International Education Week from Nov. 11-15. The week will consist of a variety of events, lectures and experiences put on by departments and organizations for faculty and students to attend.
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.
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?
To aid in their efforts, BUPD utilizes over 2,000 cameras across campus, enhancing their ability to monitor large crowds and respond to potential threats.
“If history wants to remember the first official homecoming game in college football, all the evidence suggests this was it,” the article stated.
Some of the events that the Latinx Coalition organized to commemorate this month, included a Hispanic Heritage Month trivia questionnaire, luncheon, loteria, compra local, career workshop, karaoke night, Noche de Rezo worship session, mariachi masterclass and Festival de Desayuno, as reported by the Multicultural Affairs Office.
This weekend, Waco is still buzzing with some of the same shows, festivals and activities as the last. Whether you prefer to enjoy the changing season in the comfort of an air-conditioned theater or strolling out in the sunshine, we’ve got you covered.
With the lingering summer heat, it just doesn’t feel like we can fully celebrate fall. Luckily, there is no shortage of opportunities and ideas to help make it feel like fall in the absence of colorful leaves and an autumn chill.
Saddle up for one hot rodeo with livestock shows, a carnival and concerts starting on Oct. 3, where activities to engage all ages feature at the Heart O’ Texas Fair and Rodeo.
The theme of the recent Sundown Sessions event on Sept. 7 was “Lego Crazy,” which included free lego stets for the first 50 attendees, as well as karaoke and board games. As opposed to the 40-80 attendees usually present at these sessions, “Lego Crazy” tallied 120 Baylor students.
Several voices could be heard singing and echoing throughout the Bill Daniel Student Center on Thursday evening. Shortly after the singing stopped, thunderous applause lasted for several minutes. The building was filled with laughter and cheers as faculty, staff and students gathered around to watch the performances at the Black Student Welcome.
Whether you’re an upcoming freshman with no prior experience with CAE credits or a rising senior frantically attempting to fulfill the requirements before graduation, there is no shortage of opportunities from all across the board to either get a headstart or cap off your CAE journey before walking the stage!
Summer is approaching, and while campus might be gradually emptying, Waco is blooming with upcoming events. Whether you’re visiting, living in Waco or taking summer classes, the following list includes something for everyone, from music events to tours of the city.
The universitywide Civil Discourse Event: Perspectives on Free Speech on College Campuses covered varying opinions about the place of controversial topics, viewpoint diversity, bias and censorship Tuesday evening.
Baylor has enacted a change in its policy toward “expressive activities,” charging student organizations up to $3,500 for police and fire safety fees for events that qualify.
Black History Month has been a part of the American tradition for over 100 years, and this February, Baylor’s own Black Student Union and African Student Association are bringing the celebration to campus.
These artists and these musicians play such a major role in our lives, so why not go spend a night giving back to them by seeing them live, having a whole lot of fun in the process?
At Christmas on Fifth, the live Nativity scene reminded students, faculty and families about the true meaning of the Christmas season.
Students need to remember that school is the most important thing in college, and sleep should be the next consideration. Once those two priorities are in order, students can consider adding extra activities.
At this point in the year, the combination of academics, work, internships and other school-oriented responsibilities can leave students swamped, and the light at the end of the tunnel can seem to grow frustratingly dim. Seasonal affective disorder is also coming into full swing, and it hits some people harder than others. While seasonal depression often requires more in-depth treatment, giving yourself plans to anticipate can certainly serve as a way to cope with the winter blues.
Rain impacted more than just the football game last weekend. Due to lightning, several Family Weekend events like Taste Of Waco and Family Weekend Marketplace were canceled altogether.
Baylor events, in my experience, have the tendency to be dismissed as hot, loud and overcrowded gatherings that will in no way add to one’s Baylor experience. While all of these descriptions can make school events seem less appealing, I think attending them significantly adds to the Baylor experience.