1953 was the year that TV Guide debuted, the first confirmed climbers reached the top of Mount Everest, Watson and Crick determined the structure of DNA — and Walter Counts (BBA ’57) attended his first Baylor vs. Texas football game. Counts hasn’t missed once since. This weekend, Counts will attend his 69th consecutive BU-UT football […]
Since 1953, Baylor students have celebrated what is today known as “Dr Pepper Hour” — enjoying free Dr Pepper floats in Barfield Drawing Room as a time for relaxing and socializing with friends and faculty. Earlier this fall, Baylor took this beloved tradition on the road to high schools across Texas, testing out a program […]
Visiting Waco and wondering where/what to eat? One extra benefit to Waco’s growth in recent years has been the development of a true Waco food scene. Baylor alumni have played big roles in the city’s recent culinary development, as the forces behind new favorites such as Pinewood Coffee Bar, The Olive Branch, Revival Eastside Eatery, […]
Thousands of Baylor alumni descend upon Waco each fall for Homecoming. Some have returned every year since graduation; others are setting foot on the Baylor campus for the first time in five, 10, even 20 years or longer. Regardless of how long it’s been since you’ve visited Baylor, there’s likely something new you haven’t seen […]
One of the things we look forward to every summer is seeing all the amazing places Baylor Bears fling their green and gold. With COVID-19 restrictions loosened (even if only temporarily), it was wonderful to see students and alumni share their adventures — and their Baylor pride — on social media. Here are 10 of […]
It’s hard to imagine a more beautiful campus than Baylor’s, with its mix of classic (and modern) architecture, abundant greenery and generous open spaces all across campus. In no particular order, here are 10 of our favorite views of our beloved school. 1. Obviously, Pat Neff Hall has to make the list. (There’s actually an […]
Whether you live in Collins or Russell, Earle or Heritage House, your residence hall is meant to be your home away from home — and should be decorated as such! As #BU25 prepares to make their way to Waco, we’ve rounded up some “Dorm Inspo” to help our newest Bears create the perfect space: Make […]
Maybe you’re looking for a nice day trip from your home in DFW, Houston, Austin or San Antonio. Maybe it’s a stop on a longer summer vacation drive across Texas. Maybe it’s your (or your child’s) Orientation or Line Camp that brings you this way. Whatever your reason for visiting Waco this summer, there’s plenty […]
Few foods are more American (and more beloved) than a good hamburger. Luckily, Waco is full of amazing burger joints guaranteed to make your mouth water. National Hamburger Day (May 28) is the perfect time to find a new favorite. As long-time Waco residents, we’ve scoured the area looking for the best bites; in no […]
For so many people, college is the time of life when they first fall in love with coffee. Early morning classes, various student activities, dozens of new friends, and test after project after test… All can quickly lead to coffee being an absolute necessity. Lucky for us, Waco has no shortage of coffee shops — […]
