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WACO, Texas (Aug. 8, 2016) – Baylor University is mourning the passing of student Jared Frame, who died Aug. 4 in Arizona from complications of an unexpected illness.
WACO, Texas (Oct. 24, 2023) - Baylor University’s George W. Truett Theological Seminary has announced the appointment of Jared E. Alcántara, Ph.D., as director of the Kyle Lake Center for…
Doug Myers, BBA ’80, is senior vice president and the market manager for Associated Bank’s wealth management line of business in Chicago. This includes private banking, investment management,….
Davion Mitchell, Jared Butler selected in 2021 NBA Draft.
Jared Butler was named the 2020-2021 Big 12 Athlete of the Year, becoming the fifth Baylor student-athlete to win this honor.
Baylor grad returns to Waco to live out his college dream.
Baseball fans love statistics, so here at the opening of a new Baylor baseball season, let’s start with some trivia: Who is Baylor’s all-time batting average leader? Long-time Baylor fans…
WACO, Texas (October 23, 2023) - Baylor University’s George W. Truett Theological Seminary is pleased to announce that Jared E. Alcántara, PhD, professor of preaching and the holder of the…
Baylor University’s George W. Truett Theological Seminary is pleased to share that Dr. Jared E. Alcántara, Associate Professor of Preaching and Holder of the Paul W. Powell Endowed Chair in…
In a film career that’s spanned three decades, Baylor alum John Lee Hancock (BA ’79, JD’ 82) has written and/or directed such hit movies as The Blind Side, The Rookie, and Saving Mr…
Five upcoming graduates look back at their time in the Online MBA program and forward to the next chapter in their careers.
WACO, Texas (Oct. 26, 2017) — Mystery and mastery will merge at Baylor University as the School of Music presents its 27th Halloween concert, giving organ students the chance to display their talent…
Rose Elise Grossenbacher, BA ’81, was born in Savannah, Georgia on October 9, 1958 to Margie Hackbarth Grossenbacher and Clyde Rudolph Grossenbacher. She died peacefully, surrounded by her family on…
This fall, Jared E. Alcántara, Ph.D., professor of preaching and holder of The Paul W. Powell Endowed Chair in Preaching at George W. Truett Theological Seminary, was named director of the Kyle Lake…
A new study in Nature Human Behavior reveals that digital technologies are associated with reduced cognitive decline versus the assumed correlation to dementia.
It wasn’t a dream; Baylor men’s basketball is, indeed, headed to the Final Four. We’ve gotten used to sustained excellence from the program under head coach Scott Drew, whose teams…
WACO, Texas (May 1, 2022) – Baylor University researchers and faculty experts were featured in national and local media stories as they shared their thoughts and expertise on how Baylor students are…
Baylor University sophomore Jared Strickland, an Asian studies major from Waynesboro, Miss., has received the
A survey finding that Gen Z men are now more religious than Gen Z women, singing through hormonal cycles and why Central Texas is under a cricket invasion are some of the topics Baylor University…
For this issue of?The Cord, we asked Matthew D. Kim, PhD, professor of Practical Theology and Raborn Chair of Pastoral Leadership, to provide a Top 10 reading list.
New Seminary Staff Welcomed
From December 2021 to November 2022, Truett Seminary welcomed a number of new staff members including:
Emma Beaird, Manager of Recruitment
Bridgette Boggess, Kyle Lake Center…
An overview of the ways Baylor Missions engaged the world over spring break.
WACO, Texas (June 4, 2018) – Baylor University School of Music student winners of the 2018 Semper Pro MusicaSolo and Chamber Music Competition, which includes 14 soloist and four chamber groups,…
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Effie Mae Davis, BA ’39, of San Antonio died Sept. 3. She was born in San Antonio,Texas on May 17,1919 The only child of Tom Petriny and Effie Williams Petriny. A resident of Highland Park area…
Understanding how to push your products, services, and ideas to catch on is essential for success. To do so, users need to discover how to...
The 2025 Annual Student Writing Prize essay prompts focused on Policy Analysis and Critical Reflection, with winners chosen by faculty members!
Baylor Law School students recently put their transactional skills to the test in this year’s Transactional Practice Lab Competition, where they drafted, negotiated, and finalized a complex asset…
Carolyn Grace Akin, born Sept. 20, 2015, to Rachel and Paul Akin, BBA ’99, of Frisco, TX. Carolyn is their third child. Contact at paul.akin@gmail.com.
Alek Roman Alcantar, born Oct. 19, 2015,…
WACO, Texas (Jan. 16, 2014) - The Baylor School of Music trombone quartet, appropriately named "Bearbones," recently won the Eastern Trombone Workshop's National Trombone Quartet Competition. The…
Baylor Theatre will present William Shakespeare's Hamlet at 7:30 p.m. Sept. 26-30 and 2 p.m. Oct. 1 in the Mabee Theatre of the Hooper-Schaefer Fine Arts Center.
WACO, Texas (Feb. 11, 2024) – Baylor University researchers and faculty experts were featured in national and local media stories about religion and criminal justice, common solar eclipse questions…
Carson Joel Abernathy born April 24, 2018, to Daniel and Emily Phillips Abernathy, BBA ’11, MTax ’11, of Austin.
Elias Michael Acosta born Nov. 2, 2018, to Dr. Nick, BSEd ’09, and Yanin Gonzalez…
Ja’Kobe Walter and Yves Missi heard their names called in the first round of the 2024 NBA Draft, marking the first time in program history two Bears were selected in the first round of the same draft…
Baylor Theatre will put on "Six Characters in Search of an Author" beginning at 7:30 p.m. April 25-29. Matinees will be presented at 2:00 p.m. April 29-30 at the Mabee TheaSter at the Hooper-…
WACO, Texas (April 16, 2023) – Baylor University researchers and faculty experts were featured in national and local media stories as they shared their thoughts and expertise on how ancient…
On Saturday, April 30, 2022, The Baylor University Louise Herrington School of Nursing (LHSON), hosted 600 guests at The Dallas Renaissance for its 10th and final Going for the Gold Gala, raising…
Many current members and recent graduates made contributions to the 28th International Conference on Supersymmetry and Unification of Fundamental Interactions (SUSY 2021) held virtually over August…
It took me a few days, but I finally recovered from six Commencement ceremonies over three days as we recognized the Classes of 2020 and 2021 last week at McLane Stadium.
Baylor Theatre will debut Neil LaBute's contemporary drama, "The Shape of Things," at 7:30 p.m. March 21-24 and 2 p.m. March 25 and April 1 in Hooper-Schaefer Fine Arts Center Theatre 11.
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Deanie (Copeland) Chastain, BBA '39, of Woodway, TX, was featured in the May 2015 issues of Senior Connectionmagazine. At age 96, she enjoys designing and making her own clothes, which she has….
Facility offers wide range of assisted and self-directed recording options for faculty, support for new ways to integrate video into coursework and more
On Monday, September 30, Baylor Law School celebrated the conclusion of the 2024 Dawson & Sodd PLLC Moot Court Competition. After an engaging final round, Respondents Cagan Baldree and Michael Rowley…
In the spirit of commemorating the success of our 2024 graduates, Baylor University Louise Herrington School of Nursing (LHSON) hosted a Pinning and Recognition Ceremony on Friday, May 12, 2024…
Baylor University’s George W. Truett Theological Seminary announced today that Tyshawn Gardner, PhD, will join the Seminary as associate professor of preaching beginning in the fall of 2024.
Judging by my calendar, the semester is definitely in full gear. I have a feeling that most all of you can relate, but here’s something to look forward to … Spring Break is only 22 days away!
Baylor basketball’s historic year continued Thursday night, as the reigning national champions had two players selected in the NBA draft (and two more sign pro contracts afterwards). Davion…
London Establishes Baylor Quarter-Mile Record at NCAA Indoors
Senior Wil London earned All-America honors in the 400 meters at the NCAA Indoor Track and Field Championships in early March.
He placed…
Engineering students create devices for veterans, disabled
Over the past year, 19 Baylor engineering students worked with nursing and engineering students at the University of Detroit-Mercy to design,…
Musicians, inspirational speakers and business professionals will be among those speaking or performing for September Chapel at Baylor University in Waco Hall.
I talk often about the fact that the Baylor Family is made up of many members with different backgrounds and experiences that enable a wide range of contributions to the world. I believe our ability…
Baylor Law School is proud to celebrate the accomplishments of Baylor Lawyers. This information highlights the professional and personal successes of our graduates, showcasing the impact they are…
As a significant part of the work done to further the learning environment at George W. Truett Theological Seminary, faculty and staff are pioneering initiatives funded by grants to shape the future…
Truett Faculty are Using Funding to Support the Church
This Monday is a BIG DAY – not just for Baylor, but for the greater Waco community and beyond – as we experience the total solar eclipse. This will be the last total solar eclipse of the century…
The Total Solar Eclipse and Diadeloso on the Baylor University Waco campus are less than one week away on Monday, April 8. Here are five important things to know about the events.
Baylor University will celebrate Diadeloso on Monday, April 8, the same day as the total solar eclipse. While much of Dia will be the same, there are some changes and additions you should be aware of…
It’s hard to believe that almost two years have passed since we celebrated our attainment of Research 1 (R1) status. This designation has proven to be a springboard to even greater research growth…
Have seven months really passed since that magical April night when the Baylor men’s basketball team hoisted the trophy and etched their name in history with a decisive national championship…
Baylor men’s basketball is headed to the national championship!!!!! Before we continue, take a minute and let that sink in. Then, consider this — head coach Scott Drew’s squad just…
Nine times under head coach Scott Drew, Baylor men’s basketball has heard its name called on Selection Sunday for an NCAA Tournament bid — but for the first time in program history,…
Baylor University’s George W. Truett Theological Seminary welcomed its first class of Doctor of Philosophy in Preaching students.
WACO, Texas (Sept. 16, 2019) – The world is a place begging to be explored, especially by Baylor University students who complete coursework abroad or impact communities through global missions.
Three Baylor University mission teams served in Texas over spring break to provide relief for those affected by Hurricane Harvey, as well as by hunger, homelessness and many other circumstances. More…
(If a Baylor alum who owns a shopping or dining or entertainment destination in the downtown area isn’t included on the following list and would like to be added, please contact us at magazine@baylor…
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Sara Cunningham Coleman, BA '39, of Havana, FL, died April 7 at age 99. She taught at Baylor, where she met and married Charles Foster "Froggie" Coleman, BA '38, in 1939. They were active at…
WACO, Texas (May 1, 2013) - In a series of competitions that drew musicians from around the world, three Baylor students have been named finalists of the International Trombone Association's Solo …
Only 24 hours to prepare a case. Sitting state and federal judges presiding at every round. A $10,000 winner-take-all cash prize. Baylor Law School's inaugural National Top Gun Mock Trial Competition…
Baylor University Trombone Choir has been named runner-up in the international Emory Remington Trombone Choir Competition, sponsored by the International Trombone Association, said Dr. William V. May…
Truett Seminary Names New Director of the Black Church Studies Program
February 1, 2024– Truett Seminary announced the appointment of Jamal-Dominique Hopkins, PhD, associate professor of Christian…
Sarah Grace Berry, born June 15, 2023, to Christian Berry, BBA ’13, and Katie Foto Berry in Oklahoma City. Other Baylor Bears in the family are her great-grandmother Mary Jane Richards Berry, BSN ’92…
Digital Humanities methods are used for this fellowship to further expand the research of eighteenth-century studies. Dr. Daniel Watkins was one of the five scholars who used an ECCO lab to advance…
Sadie Jane Arnold, born March 9 to Ben Arnold and Katie Arnold, BA ’05. Sister and brother are Zoey and J.P.
Elle Marie Barton, born Nov. 14, 2022, to James Barton and Lorrin Kidd Barton, BSEd ’16, in…
Our August commencement ceremony is a big event for our graduate students. On August 13th, nearly five hundred graduate students will be receiving their degrees. Baylor’s graduate programs have grown…
Shout it from the rafters — Baylor men’s basketball is the 2020-21 Big 12 Conference champion! The Bears beat No. 6-ranked West Virginia on the road Tuesday — in overtime …
Rosalie Evangeline Bellows born March 8 to Brandon, BA ’07, and Sarah Warner Bellows, BM ’10, of Del Valle, TX. Sister is Elsie. Rosalie is the niece of Stevie, BS ’13, and Carli Miller Warner, BA ’1…
WACO, Texas (March 16, 2018) – Three Baylor University mission teams served in Texas over spring break to provide relief for those affected by Hurricane Harvey, as well as by hunger, homelessness and…
Generations of Baylor Women Celebrate
Oct. 28, 2017, is a gold-jersey day in University history.
That is the day Baylor alumnae who were first-year students from 1970 to 1994—when…
For the 7th consecutive year, Baylor University was named a “Great College to Work For” according to a survey by The Chronicle of Higher Education. The results are based on a survey of 232 colleges…
Ian, BA '03, and Meredith Corbly Brewer, BA '05, MSEd '06, welcomed son Beckett Corbly Brewer on July 2. He joins big brother William in cheering for the Bears all the way from Kentucky.
Jeff, BA '00,…
Dr. Jon Kvanvig, chair of the department of philosophy at the University of Missouri, has been named Distinguished Professor of Philosophy at Baylor University. The position he will fill was held by…
Baylor University junior Jeremy Wariner goes for the gold medal in the 400 meters Monday night at the Olympic Games in Athens, Greece. A watch party will be held at 6 p.m. at Damon's in the Hilton…
Eighteen years ago, it all began with a simple press conference. Now, here we are: the Baylor Bears are the 2020-21 NCAA men’s basketball national champions!!!! In what was billed as a “h…
The NBA traces its founding to 1946, when a group of hockey owners decided to start a basketball league. Three years later, that league merged with another entity, and the “National Basketball…
A river of tears flows through the Baylor campus. Tears of grief, sorrow, mourning, heartache, shock, horror, indignation and outrage. Tuesday's terrorist attack on America has left many members in…
Gathering on Baylor University’s historic Founders Mall alongside members of the University and Waco communities, the Baylor Board of Regents concluded its regular quarterly meeting today with a…
Now is the time for us – together as a campus community – to begin considering the next chapter in our University’s strategic planning process as we look beyond Illuminate in our ongoing…
The doors of the Mabee Theatre will soon swing wide for Baylor Theatre’s fourth production this season. “Once,” based on the 2007 film of the same name, is a musical with a cast who sing, dance and…
WACO, Texas (Nov. 3, 2022) - The Kyle Lake Center for Effective Preaching at Baylor University’s George W. Truett Theological Seminary will present the third annual National Preaching Conference on…
Caroliña Jacqueline Carr, born April 28, to Fabian Carr and Rachel Sarabia, BA ‘99, of San Antonio. Big sister is Olivía Raquél Carr.
Abel Ezra Carrasquillo, born Feb. 17 to Manuel E.…
WACO, Texas (Sept. 20, 2022) – Ten Baylor University faculty members have been selected by Provost Nancy Brickhouse, Ph.D., to serve as 2022-2023 Baylor Fellows for their excellence in teaching and…
WACO, Texas (April 11, 2021) – Baylor University researchers and faculty experts were featured in national and local media stories as they shared their thoughts and expertise on Baylor men’s…
Mulkey Named to Basketball Hall of Fame; Four Bears Taken in NFL Draft; Lady Bears Trio Named All-Americans ...
WACO, Texas (Nov. 14, 2019) — This week, Baylor University will host guest speakers across various academic disciplines from entrepreneurship to political science, as well as multiple film screenings…
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