Traditions

As the oldest continuously operating university in Texas, Baylor has a wealth of time-honored traditions. We invite you to take part in a diversity of programs through which Baylor Bears from all walks of life can come together to celebrate our Baylor spirit.

Alumni By Choice Celebrate your circle of devoted Baylor fans - submit a Baylor Alumni by Choice nomination today. Heritage Club Established in 1977, Heritage Club celebrates alumni who attended Baylor fifty years ago or more. Each year, Heritage Club members are invited back to campus for a weekend to reconnect and reminisce alongside their classmates. Next Generation Bears The NextGen Bears Program is an annual celebration of the future generations of Baylor Bears that offers parents, grandparents, family and friends the opportunity to purchase a spirit box filled with an exclusive collection of Baylor gear specially curated for ages 0-13+ Official Baylor Ring Symbolizing a remarkable achievement in the life of Baylor students, the Official Baylor Ring is a tangible symbol of our University’s rich heritage. Senior Class Gift For over a century the graduating senior class bestows upon the university a gift to mark their time and contribution to Baylor University. Senior Trip to Independence Each graduating class is invited to attend an annual trip to Independence, Texas, where it all began more than 175 years ago! This trip serves as an opportunity for your Baylor experience to come full circle. Singspiration A Baylor tradition for over 70 years, Singspiration, features uplifting congregational singing and choral music for a worship service during Homecoming weekend.