Diadeloso 2018: We took your goats, and raised you a giraffe

You couldn’t ask for better weather than Waco had yesterday for Diadeloso 2018 — sunny, but with a nice breeze that kept temperatures in the 70s for most of the day.

Students took full advantage, kicking off the day with a Fun Run at McLane Stadium, complete with colored paint, foam, and an iconic shirt from First Gent Brad Livingstone. The return of goat yoga, a student favorite which first appeared at last year’s Dia,  was a hit once again — because, GOAT YOGA.

[See photos from the entire day]

As always, students lined up for free lunch, complete with cookies from Miss Mei. Performances by Virtuoso, Poppers, Lockers, & Breakers, and the Baylor Swing Dance Society entertained crowds on the main stage. And there were plenty of fun activities for students to participate in: archery tag, bubble soccer, a zip line, and of course, tug of war. Students also took turns testing their strength in our very own Ninja Warrior course.

Goats weren’t the only animals joining the Bears students on campus. Students had the opportunity to take pictures with sloths, giraffes, and more! Last but not least, the day wrapped up with more free food from local vendors like Club Sandwich, Vitek’s, Mix Café and Pokey O’s, as well as live music from Baylor students and closing act Honest Men.

Sic ’em, #BaylorDia participants!

[If you’re not familiar with Diadeloso — “the day of the Bear,” Baylor’s own unique holiday — learn more here.]