Alumni, Parents and Friends
Baylor alumni, parents and friends share a family bond rooted in over 170 years of rich history. Whether you enjoy connecting with other Baylor alumni and parents through Baylor Alumni Network and other events in your area or through publications like Baylor Magazine, social media tools, or campus events like Family Weekend and Homecoming, your role in the family is a vital one. From young grads to members of the Heritage Club and from first-generation parents to those whose Baylor legacies go back many years and to friends new and old, this page provides you with important resources and reminders to make your Baylor connections even more meaningful.
If you’ve seen an early 20th-century photo of Baylor, it was probably taken by this man
You know the photos: men and women dressed in layers of coats, bowler and cowboy hats abound, horse and buggies, maybe a few “horseless carriages.” Most of these kinds of photos come from the early 20th century — and the ones you’ve seen of Waco and Baylor were almost certainly shot by Fred A. “Gildy” […]
Dr. Thomas S. Kidd Named Inaugural James Vardaman Endowed Professor of History
WACO, Texas (Oct. 18, 2018) – Award-winning author and historian Thomas S. Kidd, Ph.D., has been named the inaugural holder of The James Vardaman Endowed Professorship of History at Baylor University.
Baylor recognized as a ‘Best Value’ by U.S. News & World Report
The U.S. News & World Report “Best Colleges Rankings” each year are among the most discussed rankings in all of higher education, and Baylor routinely is ranked among the best. But there’s another ranking-within-the-ranking for the Baylor Family to be proud of: Once again in 2018, Baylor received high marks as a Best Value School. […]
Meet Baylor’s Parents of the Year
Every year during Family Weekend, the Baylor Parents Network selects one family to represent the hundreds of family members who go above and beyond in giving of their time to welcome and support Baylor students and each other. This year’s Parents of the Year are Fran and Craig George of Raleigh, North Carolina.
M. Tennis. Around The World in Eight Days
Hopping on a plane in Dallas, starting an eight-day journey that would take them to 10 countries and 16 different airports, Brian Boland turned to Michael Woodson and asked, "Now, where are we going?"
W. Golf. Women's Golf Names Ludwig Assistant Coach
Baylor women's golf has hired Carly Ludwig as the program's assistant coach, head coach Jay Goble announced Friday.
W. Soccer. SOC Announces 2018 Fall Schedule
WACO, Texas - Baylor soccer released its 2018 fall schedule on Thursday afternoon. The slate features 10 home matches and eight matchups against 2017 NCAA Tournament foes. Three opponents ranked in the 2017 Top 20 final RPI rankings, while 10 matches will be against 2017 Top 100 RPI programs.
W. Volleyball. Bears Picked Second in Big 12 Preseason Poll
Baylor volleyball has been picked to finish second in the 2018 Big 12 Preseason Coaches' Poll, announced Thursday by the conference office.
Baylor Media Communications: Flying Vikings Pairs Up with Baylor Institute for Air Science to Give Kids a Memorable Adventure in the Sky
Oct. 18, 2018
Baylor University’s Institute for Air Science is teaming up with the Flying Vikings to provide airplane rides to children with chronic illnesses or physical disabilities from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 20, at the Waco Regional Airport. The Institute has organized resources within the community, such as providing pilots and airplanes from three local airports. The program’s flight instructors will serve as pilots, and aviation students will interact with participating children and their families.
KWBU-FM (Waco/NPR): Baylor Connections – Lakia M. Scott, Ph.D., Assistant Professor, School of Education
Oct. 19, 2018
AUDIO: On this week’s episode of Baylor Connections, host Derek Smith interviews Lakia M. Scott, Ph.D., assistant professor of curriculum and instruction in the Baylor School of Education, where groundbreaking research and immersive experiences prepare students for the future of education. Scott has founded numerous programs designed to help students succeed and shares how these experiences equip future educators to better serve their students and communities after college. Baylor Connections is a weekly radio program/podcast that introduces the people behind Baylor’s teaching, research and distinct role in higher education.
KXXV-TV (Waco, Temple, Killeen/ABC): Texas Voices: Holly Tucker
Oct. 15, 2018
VIDEO: Waco’s own Holly Tucker, B.A. (Communication Studies) ’15, who has been nominated for both “Entertainer of the Year” and “Female Vocalist of the Year” by the Texas Country Music Association, is featured in this KXXV-TV series, “Texas Voices,” which highlights the artists, musicians and creatives in the state. In this interview, KXXV sat down with Tucker at Baylor’s Waco Hall to talk about her family, faith and the freedom to be herself.
Observer: Sotheby’s Halloween Auction of ‘The Mummy’ Movie Poster Will Break Records
Oct. 18, 2018
James Kendrick, Ph.D., associate professor of film and digital media in Baylor’s College of Arts & Sciences and an expert on film theory and history, including of horror films, is quoted in this article about Sotheby’s auctioning off a rare movie poster from Universal Picture’s 1932 film, The Mummy.
This Baylor student group exists solely to serve those with disabilities
There are more than 350 student organizations at Baylor. That’s hundreds of opportunities for students to find their niche, meet people excited about the same thing, and form their own community. Many have a service component to them, but few are founded solely on the idea of helping others. Baylor Helping Hands is one of […]
If you’ve seen an early 20th-century photo of Baylor, it was probably taken by this man
You know the photos: men and women dressed in layers of coats, bowler and cowboy hats abound, horse and buggies, maybe a few “horseless carriages.” Most of these kinds of photos come from the early 20th century — and the ones you’ve seen of Waco and Baylor were almost certainly shot by Fred A. “Gildy” […]
A dream comes true — literally — at Baylor Premiere
This weekend, Baylor held its Fall Premiere, a day-long event during which prospective students explore campus, experience a taste of college life, and ask questions of Baylor faculty and staff. On Saturday, from the Ferrell Center stage in front of thousands of students and their parents, Baylor Admissions surprised 30 high school seniors with the […]
Baylor recognized as a ‘Best Value’ by U.S. News & World Report
The U.S. News & World Report “Best Colleges Rankings” each year are among the most discussed rankings in all of higher education, and Baylor routinely is ranked among the best. But there’s another ranking-within-the-ranking for the Baylor Family to be proud of: Once again in 2018, Baylor received high marks as a Best Value School. […]
Baylor Cyber Day Advocates for Cybersecurity, Protection of Health Data
WACO, Texas (Oct. 18, 2018) – Baylor University again will participate in National Cyber Security Awareness Month with its annual Cyber Day events Oct. 23-24, including the HackFest and a panel discussion featuring top cybersecurity leaders from organizations charged with health data security.
Dr. Thomas S. Kidd Named Inaugural James Vardaman Endowed Professor of History
WACO, Texas (Oct. 18, 2018) – Award-winning author and historian Thomas S. Kidd, Ph.D., has been named the inaugural holder of The James Vardaman Endowed Professorship of History at Baylor University.
Flying Vikings Pairs Up with Baylor Institute for Air Science to Give Kids a Memorable Adventure in the Sky
WACO, Texas (Oct. 18, 2018) – Baylor University’s Institute for Air Science is pairing up with the Flying Vikings, an organization that gives airplane rides to children with chronic illnesses or physical disabilities for a positive, fun and relaxed experience.
This Week at Baylor: Oct. 21-27, 2018
WACO, Texas (Oct. 18, 2019) – This week, Baylor University will host a variety of speakers in chemistry, biology, medical humanities and business, along with celebrating Cuban and Asian and Pacific heritage and a special performance from the United States Air Force Concert Band and Singing Sergeants.
| Nov. 1 7:00-9:00pm | Pigskin Revue |
| Nov. 1 7:00-9:00pm | Women's Basketball vs. Texas A&M-Commerce |
| Nov. 2 9:00am - 12:00pm | Armstrong Browning Library Open House |
| Nov. 2 4:00-7:00pm | 50th Reunion Dinner |
| Nov. 2 5:00-7:00pm | Heritage Club Reunion Dinner |
| Nov. 2 5:00-7:00pm | Homecoming Class Reunion Buffet |
| Nov. 2 6:30-8:30pm | Pigskin Revue |
| Oct. 8-22 | LLCRS10 Shakespeare's Comedies |
| Oct. 22 11:45am - 1:00pm | BWN Houston Lunch & Learn - Core Legal 101 |
| Sep. 25 - Oct. 23 | LLCRS06 What's Happening in Our Amazing Universe? |
| Oct. 3-24 | LLCRS09 The Middle East for Beginners |
| Oct. 24 7:00-10:00pm | Baylor Entertainment Network - Reception in Los Angeles |
| Oct. 25 | Austin - Baylor Vs. West Virginia Watch Party |
| Oct. 25 | Houston - Baylor Vs. West Virginia Watch Party |
| Oct. 20 | Women's Golf at Betsy Rawls Invitational |
| Oct. 20 3:00am | Men's Tennis vs. Waco Futures |
| Oct. 20 2:00-4:00pm | Volleyball vs. Kansas State |
| Oct. 20 6:00-8:00pm | Softball at LSU |
| Oct. 21 | Women's Golf at Betsy Rawls Invitational |
| Oct. 21 2:00-5:00pm | Soccer vs. Kansas - Sic Cancer |
| Oct. 22 | Men's Golf at Royal Oaks Intercollegiate |
