No contemporary Christian song in history has been played more than “I Can Only Imagine,” the 2001 mega-hit by MercyMe. The song’s inspiring lyrics and moving backstory have struck a chord with listeners for almost 20 years, and now it has inspired a film by the same name. The movie version of I Can Only […]
Baylor’s motto, “Pro Ecclesia, Pro Texana,” means “for the Church, for Texas.” Since legendary Baylor President Rufus Burleson established the motto in 1851, those words have reminded generations of alumni that a Baylor education is a call to serve. Baylor’s influence extends far beyond Texas’ borders today, but those ideals are still embodied by Baylor […]
Joseph C. Parker, Jr. was raised the only son of a Baptist preacher in Birmingham, Ala. Growing up in the church, those around him always told him he would grow up to be a pastor just like his father — but Parker never wanted to be a preacher, and throughout the first half of his […]
In 2014, the philanthropy chair for Baylor’s Phi Kappa Chi fraternity sat in the office of University Chaplain Burt Burleson, trying to figure out how to raise $40,000 so his organization could build an education and dining facility for Ugandan orphans. Burleson had an idea: “You know, there are 4,000 students in Chapel. If everybody […]
The end of each year brings with it a series of lists that bibliophiles eagerly await — a rundown of the year’s best books. Baylor professors are routinely honored on these “best of” lists, particularly in the areas of faith and religion. This year, three books authored by a trio of Baylor professors and two […]
For half a century, the combined choirs and orchestra of Baylor’s School of Music have welcomed Christmas with joyful worship during Christmas on 5th Street. This month — for the fourth year in a row — their hour-long performance is being broadcast on stations across the country. Thanks to a partnership with KWTX, “A Baylor […]
Just in time for Christmas, we have a beautiful, never-before-told story for you about a Baylor Bear of old who did exactly what Bears do: make the world around them shine just a little brighter. If you attended Baylor, you’ve probably heard the name “Roxy Grove” before. Baylor’s Roxy Grove Hall, a 500-seat concert hall […]
More than five years have passed since an international team of scientists — including several Baylor physicists — discovered what’s become known as the “God particle.” Today, scientists are working on the next steps in uncovering further mysteries of physics — and the same Baylor professors are still helping advance the research. Drs. Jay Dittman […]
The most wonderful time of the year officially began Thursday night with one of Baylor’s most loved traditions, Christmas on 5th Street. Baylor Student Activities and KOT truly outdid themselves this year, presenting us with a Christmas on 5th that was a Winter Wonderland like never before. Under the classic entryway arch, nutcrackers and candy […]
On Oct. 6, 2016, the Baylor Family lost one of its own. David Grotberg, a sophomore Honors College student and member of the Golden Wave Marching Band, was riding his bike through Waco when he was struck and killed by an unknown driver, who fled the scene. That night, David’s parents, Clark and Diane Grotberg, […]
