Along Fifth Street
Campus News and Updates, Summer 2026
Institutions of higher education in America are facing a host of challenging circumstances that are arguably unparalleled during the past century.
One of only 19 undergraduate students nationwide, and the only student from Texas, Ava Frescura, B.S. ’26, received an Undergraduate Research Award from the Society of Toxicology.
Following the first successful TEDxBaylor University event last fall, Baylor has released a YouTube playlist featuring talks from its inaugural event — a dynamic lineup of speakers from across the Baylor campus and the Waco community sharing innovative ideas, groundbreaking research and inspiring personal stories.
Recently named a top travel destination by Southern Living, Waco has a lot to offer!
Twenty years after its founding, Baylor’s Black Gospel Archive (BGA) stands as one of the world’s foremost programs dedicated to preserving Black sacred music.
With Willie Nelson’s long-awaited return to Baylor University, Waco continues to hit a high note — and the momentum is only building.
Championship team and a competitive venue put Baylor in the center of esports growth
U.S. News & World Report has included the University among the nation’s 30 Beautiful College Campuses.
Set to launch in Fall 2026, the Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering (B.S.B.M.E.) builds on Baylor’s established strengths in mechanical, electrical and computer engineering.
Baylor’s participation in National Engineers Week spotlights the year-round work of the University to inspire next generation of engineers.
Baylor University welcomes new deans in the College of Arts & Sciences and the Louise Herrington School of Nursing and an interim dean in the School of Music.
From gaining valuable on-set experiences to working alongside industry professionals, two Baylor film and digital media students applied skills learned in the classroom and expanded their knowledge of working on professional productions on the set of The Chosen.
The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo and Baylor University have a partnership rooted in service and scholarship.
Baylor University Career Center provides assistance to all Baylor students through tailored career coaching, connections with employers, graduate school planning and much more.
From fostering belonging to addressing isolation and mental health, the new Future Church Leadership certificate equips leaders and faith communities to navigate ministry in a changing world.
For 10 years, Baylor Law School has set the national standard for experiential legal education with The Closer.
Baylor graduate and professional programs are ranked by U.S. News & World Report.
Baylor is known for faculty who are dedicated to both the transformational education and top-tier research.
Over the past 40 years, Steppin’ Out has become a tradition beloved by Baylor and the surrounding community.
Graduating seniors gathered one last time as students at McLane Stadium for Line to Legacy, an event designed to celebrate their accomplishments and welcome them as new alumni.