Spotlight
The departments of Art and Theatre Arts have planned a full season of events for 2009-2010. Read More |
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A Baylor University researcher has found a set of genes that modulates stress responses that could cause some people to take drugs, specifically alcohol consumption. Read More |
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| The medical humanities program draws from philosophy and literature to help students understand the nature of illness and suffering from the patient's standpoint. Read More |  |
With approximately one-fourth of the homes in the United States utilizing a septic tank system for on-site wastewater treatment, finding better ways to protect the surrounding environment and, ultimately, residents' drinking water are essential. Read More |
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Many recent changes in digital media bear Baylor's mark through the influence of professors who are deeply involved in studying and creating new technologies. Read More |
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Dr. Anthony Grafton will present the 2009 Beall-Russell Lecture in the Humanities on Monday, September 28 at 3:30 pm in room 510 of the Cashion Building. Read More |
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We visited with Baylor's five Fulbright winners about their upcoming year abroad for teaching or research. Read More. |
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Professional writing major Claire Moncla travelled throughout Europe with Baylor in Maastricht. In a series of short essays, she find comparison and connection between customs and heritage abroad with those of the Baylor community. Read more. |
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History: A new book, "Money for Art: The Tangled Web of Art and Politics in American Democracy" by History professor David A. Smith, examines the relationship between the power of art and the force of politics and the intersection of their roles in a democracy. Read more. |
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Psychology: Four psychology professors have started a new community substance abuse and dependence education program that brings to the Waco area the first structured educational program taught by experts. Read more. |
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English: A collection of poems, including previously unpublished poems by former British Poet Laureate John Betjeman are finding new audiences thanks to the release of "Poems in the Porch," a volume edited by associate professor Kevin Gardner. Read more. |
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The Phoenix, Baylor's student-run literary magazine, will be celebrating its 50th anniversary this year. Read more. |
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Sociology: The second wave of the Baylor Religion Survey continues to offer more insight on Americans' faith and beliefs. The second wave offered an interesting look not just about beliefs in God or aliens but more detail on who these people are. |
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| Family and Consumer Sciences: Housing the majors in fashion merchandising and fashion design, this department has placed many alumni into successful careers in the fashion and textiles industry. |  |
Psychology and Neuroscience: The department's Psy.D. program was one of only two Psy.D. programs ranked nationally in 2001 and 2005 by U.S. News and World Report as being among the best clinical psychology programs in the United States. Read more on Dr. Michael Frisch's research on positive psychology. |
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Air Force ROTC: This longstanding program combines scholarship and leadership while allowing students to pursue any major. |
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Biology: This study, believed to be the first of its kind, involved undergraduate researchers. |
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Chemistry Researchers have found a new method by which crime scene investigators can determine the time since death on skeletal remains. |
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| The Martin Museum The stewardship and mission of the Martin Museum of Art has been one of education and service. We are committed to bringing outstanding art exhibitions, speakers, and guest artists to Baylor University and to our Central Texas community.
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| Physics Graduate and undergraduate students in physics at Baylor University experience the benefits of a major American university, large enough to support a superior academic program while still allowing opportunities only available within a close-knit community of scholars. |
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| Sociology Graduate and undergraduate students in physics at Baylor University experience the benefits of a major American university, large enough to support a superior academic program while still allowing opportunities only available within a close-knit community of scholars. |
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| Arts The fall semester brings a variety of visual and performing arts events. Get a look at all that's going on from art exhibits to plays and musicals. |
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| Environmental Science What better place to learn about the environment than out in the environment? Students have had a variety of field study experiences in the US and abroad. |  |
| Foreign Language Learning a new language can open up options you may not have thought about. See how these students used their language skills to have a semester abroad- for free. |  |
| Geology The new Carlisle Geology building and the applied petroleum studies program are just two of the ways that this department provides a sound understanding of geology, geophysics and related fields. |  |
| Philosophy This major can teach you how to think critically, communicate persuasively, and solve problems creatively. Your first boss, whether you're in business, academics, health care or law, will love you for these skills. |  |
