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A roundup of our favorite Baylor Instagram Takeovers

…in Waco on a Baylor football gameday. https://www.instagram.com/tv/B5Ga45jB-EH/ 2. Award-winning lecturer Professor Jane Damron shows us a day in her life as a Baylor professor! https://www.instagram.com/tv/B5GbwglhR5U/ 3. Two Baylor Activities Council members show us behind the scenes of one of Baylor’s most beloved traditions, Christmas on 5th! https://www.instagram.com/tv/B7HMAQzBvjo/ 4. The team over at Baylor Libraries shares unique collectio…

Introducing Baylor’s TikTok account, a new, fun way to engage with future Bears

…urrent students mixed with recent graduates on Instagram. But there’s an up-and-coming audience that isn’t necessarily active on any of those platforms: prospective students. If you have a Gen Z-er (ages 5-25) or young Millennial (22-38 years old) in your life, you’ve likely heard of the latest major social media platform: TikTok. It’s marked by short videos that often feature dancing, lip-syncing, and/or comedy. The app has particularly jumped in…

‘Lift Every Voice and Sing’: Baylor student’s powerful performance highlights Juneteenth

…so just watch/listen for yourself: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tvCfNziHdDI In only four days, the video has been viewed more than 35,000 times across Facebook, Twitter, Instagram/IGTV and YouTube. Thank you for sharing this beauty with all of us in the Baylor Family, Jada. Sic ’em, Bears!…

Professors as mentors — a Baylor tradition since 1845

…it just 2 weeks ago!” Dr. Robert Packard taught physics at Baylor from 1952-2002: “Very genuine, and truly cared about his students.” … “I learned so much! He was funny and so very, very smart!!!” Dr. David Pennington taught chemistry at Baylor from 1967-2017: “You instilled the confidence to become the professional I wanted to become. Thank you, sir!!!” … “A wonderful educator, mentor and friend, who has become a part of our family.” … “I never h…

How Baylor Student Life has adapted to keep serving students during COVID-19

…. The Bearathon has gone virtual, with participants planning their own half-marathon runs (and proceeds from this year’s event going to support BU students facing special financial needs). Even Dr Pepper Hour has been brought online, with Baylor’s First Family hosting a “Dr Pepper Live” on Facebook from their kitchen. Are these adaptations ideal? No; nothing can replace the in-person community that is at the heart of the Baylor experience. But wit…

Who are the unsung heroes on Baylor’s campus?

…SHINES God’s (and Baylor’s, come on now) light to all she encounters. Soft-spoken yet a beast of an advocate for others. Humble to a fault. A helper to students in a time of need. If she sees this, she’ll probably be super embarrassed I’m singing her praises. That’s just the kind of person she is.” Brandon Holt (BU ’13): “Dominique Hill has been the heart and soul of the SLC for years.” Mallory Drake (BU ’19): “Amy Ames in the career center! When…

9 Baylor love stories to brighten your Valentine’s Day

…e have loved BU. We have three children who are graduates and two daughters-in-law. Next year we will have six grandchildren at BU, and one graduate from BU! Yes, BU is in our blood!” Rob Gibson (BMED ’75): “My wife Susan and I met her freshman year and my junior year in 1972 in the BUGWB, both playing saxophone. We married within the next 18 months. Ironically, my son and daughter-in-law also met in the BUGWB, also both playing saxophone. Rob and…

Now 100 episodes in, Baylor Connections shares BU stories straight from the source

…tion. Jeff Brown, BA ’00, Baylor’s director of social media communications, shares how Baylor has built one of the most engaged social media communities of any university out there. There’s a good chance you follow Baylor on platforms like Facebook, Twitter and Instagram; learn more about how the university utilizes social media to interact with the Baylor Family. Baylor Connections airs in Waco each Friday at 11 a.m. on KWBU-FM; the show can also…

We have much to be thankful for, Baylor Family

…ve students, faculty and staff some much-needed time with family — and much-needed time to thank God for all the ways we have been blessed this year. This year has been a good one — so good, that we’ve broken things down into a list of the things we’re most thankful for at Baylor over the past year (in no particular order): * New additions to the Baylor Family — 2019 marked the arrival of our new provost, Dr. Nancy Brickhouse, who is leading Baylo…

#BaylorHomecoming week is here!

…and departments are hosting open houses and alumni gatherings; check the Homecoming calendar for complete event listings and details. As you plan your weekend visit, note that I-35 construction continues to affect routes around campus; visit waco4bmap.org for the most up-to-date info. Sic ’em, Baylor Homecomers! [As you Facebook, Tweet and Instagram about the weekend, make sure to tag Baylor (@Baylor on Twitter, and @bayloruniversity on Instagram)…