Baylor social media ranks among higher ed’s best in two national studies

When it comes to social media, Baylor ranks among the best in higher ed — thanks in large part to you, Baylor Family. Two recent national studies each ranked Baylor’s social media efforts No. 1 in the Big 12, No. 2 in Texas, and among the top 12 nationally. #SicEm One report added up all […]

Via “Surfaces,” Baylor alum seeks to spread positivity through his music

Whether it’s watching dance videos on TikTok or jamming out on the radio, chances are you’ve heard the chart-topping bop that is “Sunday Best” by Surfaces. But what you probably didn’t know is that the lead singer, Forrest Frank, is a Baylor alum! Frank (BBA ’17) was a business major and part of the Kappa […]

A Homecoming like never before: Recapping #BaylorHomecoming 2020

We knew going in that Homecoming 2020 was going to be different. Due to COVID-19, alumni were (sadly) encouraged not to return to campus this year, but to join in from wherever they may be as most events were moved online. With Saturday’s football game postponed due to COVID-19, the weekend became less about a […]

Baylor University Announces $30 Million Scholarship Challenge

WACO, Texas (Oct. 15, 2020) – Baylor University today announced a $30 million gift commitment from Dan and Jenni Hord of Midland, Texas. The Hords, both Baylor alumni, are passionate about student success, and through the Hord Scholarship Challenge, they are encouraging the collective Baylor Family to match their giving to Baylor by supporting merit-based scholarships to help deserving students bridge the gap between merit- and need-based financial aid and unmet financial need.

Furman Highlights MT’s Strong Singles Play on Day Two of ITA Regionals

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No. 2 VB’s Defense Overpowers Cyclones in 3-0 Win

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Football Falls at Texas, 27-16

Playing their first game in three weeks, the Baylor Bears made things interesting with two fourth-quarter touchdowns but came up short against the Texas Longhorns, 27-16, Saturday afternoon at DKR-Texas Memorial Stadium.

WT Sweeps Doubles, Splits Singles Matches with Texas

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Baylor Regent’s family gives $30 million to support Baylor student scholarships

Baylor alumni Dan (BBA ’89) and Jenny (BBA ’92) Hord could have done a lot of things with their money. They’ve chosen to use it to help Baylor students. The Hords’ transformational $30 million gift commitment to Baylor will provide countless merit-based scholarships to deserving students. And their gift doesn’t stop there; an additional component […]

Baylor social media ranks among higher ed’s best in two national studies

When it comes to social media, Baylor ranks among the best in higher ed — thanks in large part to you, Baylor Family. Two recent national studies each ranked Baylor’s social media efforts No. 1 in the Big 12, No. 2 in Texas, and among the top 12 nationally. #SicEm One report added up all […]

Via “Surfaces,” Baylor alum seeks to spread positivity through his music

Whether it’s watching dance videos on TikTok or jamming out on the radio, chances are you’ve heard the chart-topping bop that is “Sunday Best” by Surfaces. But what you probably didn’t know is that the lead singer, Forrest Frank, is a Baylor alum! Frank (BBA ’17) was a business major and part of the Kappa […]

A Homecoming like never before: Recapping #BaylorHomecoming 2020

We knew going in that Homecoming 2020 was going to be different. Due to COVID-19, alumni were (sadly) encouraged not to return to campus this year, but to join in from wherever they may be as most events were moved online. With Saturday’s football game postponed due to COVID-19, the weekend became less about a […]

Baylor Welcomes 5,000 Prospective Students for Premiere 2020

WACO, Texas (Oct. 23, 2020) – On Saturday, Oct. 24, more than 5,000 prospective high school and transfer students will participate in Baylor University's Premiere 2020, a unique COVID-friendly, screen-to-screen way for prospective students to explore all Baylor has to offer, from academic information sessions with faculty and glimpses into student life to practical help with admissions and financial aid and Zoom tours through the University's award-winning campus led by current Baylor students.

Dr. Kenneth Van Treuren Announced in AIAA Class of 2021 Associate Fellows

Baylor Conductor-in-Residence Stephen Heyde Awarded the National 2020 Arlin G. Meyer Prize in Music Performance

WACO, Texas (Oct. 21, 2020) – Stephen Heyde, The Mary Franks Thompson Professor of Orchestral Studies and Conductor-in-Residence in the School of Music at Baylor University, has received the nationally acclaimed 2020 Arlin G. Meyer Prize in Music Performance from the Lilly Fellows Program.

Baylor Police Department Begins National Drug Take-Back Day Today

WACO, Texas (Oct. 21, 2020) —The Baylor University Police Department (BUPD) will collect old and expired prescription drugs as part of a National Take-Back Day Saturday, Oct. 24. Although the official collection day is on Saturday, BUPD will begin accepting prescription drugs today, Oct. 21.