Baylor in the News – Aug. 22-28, 2021

August 29, 2021

Media Contact: Baylor University Media and Public Relations, 254-710-1961

WACO, Texas (Aug. 29, 2021) – Baylor University researchers and faculty experts were featured in national and local media stories as they shared their thoughts and expertise on diversity in black-majority congregations, the renovation of Tidwell Bible Building, talent acquisition during COVID-19 and the passion for learning and educating students about World War II.

Aug. 22, 2021

Baptist Global News: The big news from the 2020 Global Census is multiculturalism, which threatens some people and still eludes most churches

Kevin D. Dougherty, Ph.D., associate professor of sociology and graduate program director, commented on the lack of diversity in Black-majority congregations, due to white worshipers' reluctance to join.

Aug. 23, 2021

WORT: Is SNAP Boost A Model For U.B.I?

AUDIO: Craig Gundersen, Ph.D., professor of economics and Chair of the Baylor Collaborative on Hunger and Poverty, explains that while a 25% increase to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program will help decrease food-insecurity, more can be done.

Elijah Rising: Rethinking Mission & Witness

VIDEO: Mike W. Stroope, Ph.D., professor at George W. Truett Theological Seminary and M.C. Shook Chair of Missions, answers question on how to think about the term “mission,” whether social services are auxiliary to the church and how Christians can be conscious of the Holy Spirit in daily life.

Big Think: Six strange things to do with your body after you die

A team of Baylor University researchers found that turning a person’s cremated ashes into diamonds can help families and friends work through their grief.

Aug. 24, 2021

Baptist Standard: Robert Creech: Serving the church and equipping the others to do the same

Robert Creech, Ph.D., holder of the Hubert H. & Gladys S. Raborn Professor of Pastoral Leadership and Director of Pastoral Ministries, discusses his calling as a pastor, his joy of teaching at seminary and what the future of education holds.

Aug. 25, 2021

Fox 44 News: Baylor University holds ribbon cutting, dedication for renovated historic building

Baylor University’s Tidwell Bible Building was re-dedicated following its renovation over the summer. Now, this building combines it historical features with improved technological resources to enhance the student learning environment.

25 ABC: Baylor celebrates early opening of renovated Tidwell Bible Building

As part of Baylor University’s Give Light Campaign, the Tidwell Bible Building was renovated and completed ahead of schedule. The renovation improved infrastructure, classes and preserved the building’s historical features.

KCENTV: Be Lively | Exploring the Baylor Bear Habitat

Dakota Farquhar-Caddell, associate director of student activities and Robert L. Reid Director of the

Baylor Chamber of Commerce, discusses the Bear Habitat on Matt Lively’s segment, “Be Lively.”

Aug. 26, 2021

Waco Tribune-Herald: First gentleman to teach on World War II for program

First Gentleman Brad Livingstone discusses his passion for spreading knowledge about World War II and the importance of thanking veterans as he prepares for his upcoming course, “WWII Operation Overlord: The Longest Day in History” as part of the Baylor Lifelong Learning Program.

Recruiting Daily: How Baylor University, MCM Telecom and Learning Care Group Continued Talent Acquisition Despite COVID-19

Cheryl Gochis, vice president and chief human resources officer, discusses the effects of COVID-19 on talent acquisition, its impact on candidates, adaptations made to the hiring process and the role technology has played in recruiting.

Aug. 27, 2021

Baylor Connections: Sinda Vanderpool, Ph.D.

AUDIO: A lot goes into promoting student success. At Baylor, a coordinated campus effort provides resources and relationships to serve students and enhance their college experience. Sinda Vanderpool serves as associate vice provost for academic enrollment management—Baylor’s chief student success officer. In this Baylor Connections, she shares practical and philosophical insights and examines programs that build engagement, resilience and retention.

Baptist News Global: Do not lose heart while tending the soil of God’s work, speakers urge CBF assembly

Patricia Wilson, J.D., associate dean and professor of law, was promoted from her position as moderator-elect to moderator at a Cooperative Baptist Fellowship business session. She is one of the three women leading this national organization for an unprecedented three-year period.

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