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Since the 1950s, ‘The Phoenix’ has showcased Baylor students’ literary & fine arts talents

…its home in Carroll Science, and has been running since the 1950s. The Phoenix “represents a unique opportunity for Baylor students both to have their creative work published and to gain experience producing, all on their own, a significant literary review,” says Baylor English professor Arna Hemenway, one of the magazine’s faculty advisors. Students can submit any form of literary and artistic work — short plays, short stories, poetry, compositi…

Introducing ‘Baylor in Deeds,’ the university’s new strategic plan

…n Deeds will work to build on the university’s progress of the last quarter-century, as the Baylor 2012, Pro Futuris and Illuminate strategic plans led BU’s transformation into a tier-one, national research university (while keeping hold to our Christian faith). Those plans culminated in Baylor reaching R1 research status in late 2021. But R1 wasn’t a finish line for Baylor; it was the starting point for the university’s next phase. The next step…

Baylor’s 2024-25 commercial: ‘Never Get Used to This,’ featuring Forrest Frank

…Used To This,” with shots featuring the vibrancy and joy of the Baylor student experience. “Music is one of the strongest connection points to experiences and to one another in today’s culture, particularly with younger audiences,” says Baylor Chief Marketing Officer Jason Cook. “Collaborating with Forrest Frank, a Baylor alum who has quickly become one of the top Christian artists in the world, allowed us to showcase the university in a new, rele…

From Move2BU to Welcome Week to school’s start, looking back on the first week at Baylor

…agram   A post shared by Baylor University (@bayloruniversity) And Monday, classes began for the new school year! Roughly 20,000 students flooded campus, bringing an energy and excitement that has been missed all summer. Students took “first day” photos to send home to parents, and enjoyed free popsicles with President Livingstone.   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Baylor University (@bayloruniversity) What a week! And so much more…

#BU28’s unique class hymn welcomes our newest Bears into their college experience

…deo features snapshot images of this special time (especially Line Camp, when students get to know Baylor and one another): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oNu5XXFw4JY You can watch and listen to each Baylor class hymn since 2017 on the university’s YouTube channel, and hear class hymns dating even further back on iTunes. Sic ’em, Baylor Spiritual Life and #BU28! “In This Day” — The Class Hymn for Baylor University’s Class of 2028 In every heart t…

Baylor alum hits top of iTunes worldwide charts with Christian radio debut album

…Frank worked on his music skills in private while studying business. He spent a year post-graduation in an office job, making music on the side, before leaving to pursue music full-time. In addition to his musical achievements, Frank is actively involved in his local church and community, leading worship services and mentoring young musicians. His story is a testament to the power of faith and the transformative impact of using one’s talents to g…

Baylor alumna retiring after 40 years in San Antonio journalism

…obs in radio and TV in South Texas before landing at KSAT in 1984. Since then, she has been a fixture at the ABC station, inspiring a generation of future journalists (especially young Latinas). Earlier this year, she received a lifetime achievement award from San Antonio’s Cesar E. Chavez Legacy and Educational Foundation. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xZnMPCZgokQ Upon retirement, what will she miss most? “The people, the people of San Antonio,…

Congrats, Baylor Class of 2024!

…cial 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 friendships.   View…

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

…tional 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, empower and celebrate our first-generation students.” First in Line offers fi…

Premiere welcomes thousands of future Bears to campus for open house

…epping foot on our beautiful campus, meeting with faculty and students face-to-face, and experiencing the welcoming community that sets our Baylor Family apart.”   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Tom Barnard (@tomatbaylor) Premiere’s offerings included events in various academic buildings, open houses in sample residence halls, and other happenings spread all across campus. But at the heart of it all for the first time was Baylor’s…