For students looking to find adventure in Waco, Baylor’s outdoor adventure and facilities department offers new mountain biking clinics and weekly trail rides for those of all riding levels.
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For students in the School of Education, building a meaningful community starts before arriving at Baylor, and engagement with the Waco community begins freshman year.
“What we’re trying to do is figure out how we can, as a faculty and staff, come together and bring our culture into our workspace so that students can see our culture too and feel seen,” Diaz-Espinoza said.
The CARE Team is a group of professionals “who help connect students with solutions to challenges they face through resources both on and off campus.”
The Baylor chapter of the Alexander Hamilton Society was awarded National Chapter of the Year last year, surpassing many well-renowned schools largely due to its intention to build relationships.
The Catholic Student Association became the first Catholic organization on campus after its official charter in 2008. Now, CSA members hope to expand their influence through new member recruitment and events held on Baylor’s campus.
While leaving home for college can be daunting, the freshman class is in good hands thanks to the faculty-in-residence program, whose mission it is to make Baylor feel like a second home.
The start of the school year brought the opportunity to live in the newly renovated Collins Hall. What was once known as “Crusty Collins” by some of its residents has now undergone a $41.7 million renovation. The renovation included a new building entrance, a grand lobby, a faculty-in-residence suite and a fitness room.
Nichole Bekken, construction project manager, said demolition started in Memorial Hall and has jumped over to Alexander Hall, with 50-75% of the demolition work completed. She said crews are also working on the connector between the two buildings — named the Carona Family Commons in recognition of the gift from John and Helen Carona.
Due to a City of Waco main break that caused the basement of the Rogers Engineering and Computer Science building to flood, the elevator will be out of use for around eight weeks.
Dr. Malcolm Foley, special adviser to the president for equity and campus engagement, said numbers may fluctuate from year to year in regard to diverse populations, but they are relatively consistent and growing.
According to its website, Baylor’s McNair Scholars Program aims to prepare low-income, first-generation and other underrepresented students to successfully navigate a path to a doctoral program following graduation. It prepares undergraduate students for the rigors of doctoral studies through immersion in research and a variety of scholarly activities.
Baylor’s Office of Academic Integrity offers resources to professors to combat the use of ChatGPT in the classroom. The list of resources was made available to faculty on April 4, five months after OpenAI released ChatGPT and sparked conversations about the ethics of using it in the classroom.
Dr. Randal Boldt, senior psychologist and senior associate director, has worked in the Counseling Center for 16 years. He said the center’s current mission is to combat what Surgeon General Vivek Murthy called “an epidemic of isolation and loneliness” with “the healing effects of social connection and community.”
The Spiritual Wellbeing Task Force was created during the 2022-2023 school year, eventually compiling more than 50 recommendations for President Linda Livingstone. According to Dr. Charles Ramsey, associate chaplain and member of the task force, it utilized surveys, questionnaires and discussion about how to put the needs of Baylor’s employees first.
Assistant Vice President of Enrollment Management, Marketing and Recruitment Ross VanDyke said the exclusion of alumni or admissions in the title of the building is intentional. VanDyke said the building is meant to be a place for everyone in the community.
There will be a Meet the Cubs event from 10 a.m. to noon on Aug. 26 at the Bill and Eva Williams Bear Habitat. Both Indy and Belle will be awaiting visitors amid activities, including giveaways and photo opportunities.
Student government is preparing for the new school year with a number of goals, including solidifying the airport shuttle service, improving safety and cultivating stronger relationships on campus.
The Board of Regents has approved two new degree programs: bachelor’s and master’s degrees in biology of global health and a master’s degree in physician assistant studies, which will become available in fall 2023 and fall 2025, respectively.
Morning Consult’s 2023 Most Trusted Brands report ranked Baylor in the top 10 most trusted universities. The results not only demonstrate the amount of trust Baylor has gained from the public, but also from parents, faculty and students.
Even without a parking permit, driving on campus for events that are outside of towing and fining periods is a hassle if you don’t plan at least 15 minutes to find parking. For students who can’t afford to pay for the expensive registration fee or who physically cannot walk far to class due to conditions, the university should consider having new parking on campus for students.
There’s no denying it: food insecurity is an issue for students on campus— 2,150 of them to be exact, according to The Store’s website. If such a sizeable number of students struggle with this issue, why is it that these students remain silent in their suffering?
Dean of Student Health and Wellness Jim Marsh said that in the 2018-19 academic year, the counseling center saw 2,400 students. This number declined during the pandemic and since, the counseling center worked toward an efficient and realistic solution to help students despite social distancing and health precautions, resulting in the Telehealth service.
As finals approach, students prepare for the tests that will make or break their semester.
There’s no doubt that procrastination is not a fun feeling. So, if they know the anxiety and regret they cause themselves by putting things off, why do they do it?
“Our kindness reflects the heart of our Father. “Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, as God in Christ forgave you” (Ephesians 4:32),” Witmer said.
Say what you want about the drift away from casual dating, but my grandmother and grandfather have been married for over 50 years, so there might be something to it. Next time a guy cancels on a date because he feels under the weather, just pick the next number on your contact list and enjoy a “perfectly good Friday night.”
Dealing with the sun and crowded events on Dia can be overwhelming, so here are a few tips to keep a cool head on the day of the bear.
Get to campus and immerse yourself in tradition — the way of the bear on the day of the bear.
Undoubtedly, my hope is to encourage you to vote in the elections on April 13 and 14, yet even more so my heart is to empower you to consider running for a position as well.