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Rare honor brings Baylor alum & Air Force veteran back to Waco

…his native Texas — and more specifically, to Baylor’s Truett Seminary. It was there that he held the April ceremony recognizing him with the new rank. More than a significant place at his alma mater, Truett Seminary was where his mother, Jan Cason, served many years as financial manager and continues to serve as adjunct faculty. As he assumes his new rank, Cason is also enjoying an additional role — as Air Force father. His son, Randall Cason III,…

From Baylor to the big leagues — via Robbins College of Health & Human Sciences

…sees clinical and performance nutrition, collaborating closely with health professionals, coaches and chefs in a highly team-oriented environment. “[My professors at Baylor] would always challenge me to think outside the box,” Chiang recalls. “It was an open, family-based environment. The professors were all about helping you and challenging you. They would never say no to any questions you have or any interests you have.” Dr. Zac Howe (DPT ’19) k…

Baylor Softball overcomes injuries, tough schedule to return to NCAA tournament

…per Regionals and four Women’s College World Series appearances. The Lafayette Regional begins this Friday, with Baylor earning a rematch against a team they played in last year’s regional, Ole Miss, in a nationally televised game at 7 p.m. on ESPN2. A win would pit the Bears against either Louisiana, the nation’s No. 13 seed, or Ivy League champion Princeton. Sic ’em, Baylor softball!…

Congrats, Baylor Class of 2024!

…follow Baylor on social media to watch how your alma mater grows and develops. And finally, even as your friends scatter all over the world, make an effort to get together on a regular basis. Maybe that’s for Baylor Homecoming (mark your calendar — Oct. 21-26!), a group vacation, or just weekly game night — but keep those friendships going. College is a special time, and you likely won’t ever again have this much time available to build such deep…

Looking back on Harrington House’s history

…nding connection with Baylor (dating back even before it came to be Baylor property). The two-story Victorian home has stood since 1894 on Eighth Street, just across from where Collins Residence Hall stands today. It is named for Dr. J.T. Harrington, a prominent Waco-area physician and one of the longest-serving Board members in Baylor history (1903-47, including the last 15 years as chair) who lived there for decades. The building was both his ho…

Baylor Libraries: A student hub year-round (but especially at finals)

…ing and a Word document. Many students need audio or video capabilities to product multimedia presentations or projects. They gravitate toward the Experiential Learning Commons in Moody’s garden level; it features a media lab with spaces for audio or video editing, technology and tools for creative projects, equipment rental and more. * Food and drink — Students need fuel to study, and it’s right there in the Moody foyer: the largest Starbucks on…

Not too big, not too small: Inside Baylor’s caring community

…hristian faith. That sort of support and care is a big reason why a recent national survey of parents named Baylor the No. 2 most-trusted major university in the country. Let’s break it down: * Student Life — Baylor is among the top five universities in the country when it comes to a student’s first-year experience, according to U.S. News. From Line Camp to Welcome Week to the Baylor Line and the on-campus living experience, Baylor goes above and…

Baylor’s First in Line program wins national honor for serving first-gen students

…ccesses is getting out; the program was recently honored by NASPA, an international student affairs organization, with a 2024 Excellence Award for first-generation student success. “To have First in Line recognized nationally is a proud accomplishment, not just for this office, but this institution,” says Michelle Gonzalez (BA ’12), First in Line program manager. “This award recognizes the hard work and commitment Baylor has put forth to support,…

Pro Ecclesia: How Baylor programs serve the Church

It only makes sense that a university whose motto reads “Pro Ecclesia, Pro Texana” — “for the Church, for Texas” — would build programs designed specifically to serve the Church, both close to home and around the world. And that’s exactly what you’ll find, all across Baylor’s campus — efforts designed specifically to build up and support pastors, congregations, theologians, and other parts of the body of Christ. Here’s just a sampling: * Program…

Premiere welcomes thousands of future Bears to campus for open house

…t academic areas of interest, student life at Baylor, the admissions and financial aid process, and more. During COVID, the event went online, but high demand for that in-person experience led to its return on campus this spring. “Baylor Premiere has been a hallmark event for more than 20 years, and we are so excited to bring it back to our award-winning campus,” says Ross VanDyke (BA ’03), associate vice president of enrollment management recruit…