Rock climbing began as a leisurely activity that Dr. Alexander Pruss could enjoy with his son. Now, the Baylor philosophy professor holds a Guinness World Record for his prowess — and it all began in the McLane Student Life Center (SLC). After coming to Baylor, Pruss found he enjoyed both the challenge and the health […]
The big news of the summer: Baylor has new bear cubs coming to campus! Judge Indy and Judge Belle will make the transition to the AZA-accredited Bill & Eva Williams Bear Habitat on campus this summer. The rescue cubs are cousins, born just five days apart earlier this year, and come to Waco from a […]
In case you haven’t heard — Lady is graduating! Yes, Baylor’s beloved American black bear is preparing to move on — in this case, from her campus habitat to a new home off-campus (located on the enrichment site she and her sister, Joy, have enjoyed for years). There, she’ll continue to be taken care of […]
Whether it’s due to one’s learning style or schedule, for some people, reading news online just doesn’t work. They prefer an audible format — books on tape, podcasts, etc. If that sounds like you — and if you’re a dedicated Baylor Bear — then these Baylor podcasts are for you: Baylor Connections — If you […]
We don’t stop learning just because we’ve finished college — and while podcasts and documentaries can be great, there’s just something about picking up a good old-fashioned book. Even better than that? Reading a book written by a fellow Bear! Baylor faculty and alumni authors have been busy this spring, writing on everything from history […]
We’re full swing into Spring, and before the temperature gets unbearable this summer (pun intended), we’re here to share our top 5 places to hang out around campus this spring. Baylor Ballpark(s) — There’s no better way to spend a spring afternoon or evening than at Baylor Ballpark (or next door at Getterman Stadium). Whether […]
We’ve already got detailed studies that show the Baylor experience is among the best in the nation — whether you measure that in terms of first-year experience, engagement on campus, trust, or desirability. Now, a new study adds to that list — ranking Baylor the No. 4 “happiest college in the U.S.” Here’s how that […]
How has 2022 already come and gone?!? As the calendar rolls over into 2023, let’s take one last look back at the year, through the lens of our favorite photos from Baylor’s official Instagram account. Here are our top 10 Baylor Instagram photos of 2022: No. 10: Starting off the school year right with a […]
‘Tis the season to be jolly and spread some Baylor Christmas cheer! If your loved one is part of the Baylor Family, here are a few gift ideas that are certain to make them light up: 1. For the Bear that’s graduating (or any grad), this Baylor alumni hat is a great gift. (The Baylor […]
As a Baylor Bear, there’s a pretty good chance your Christmas tree has more than its share of green-and-gold decorations. Now in year seven, the Baylor Traditions Christmas ornament program is certainly keeping our family’s tree covered in BU spirit! This year, there are two new Traditions ornaments available. One, appropriately enough, celebrates Christmas on […]
