Rising country music powerhouse and CMA New Artist of the Year Nominee Tucker Wetmore, whose hit songs “3,2,1” and “Wind Up Missin’ You” have topped radio airwaves, will headline his first arena show at the Paul and Alejandra Foster Pavilion on Thursday, Oct. 23, at 7 p.m. Opening for Wetmore is singer-songwriter Kaitlin Butts. Floor tickets under $40, reserved seats under $50. Tickets are on sale now on the Foster Events website. 

This informal, unsanctioned bouldering competition is all about fun, encouragement, and friendly climbing vibes — open to Baylor students, faculty, staff, and dependents 15+. Week 1 kicks off TOMORROW October 14. Register at myrec.baylor.edu!

For more information about Baylor Athletics events, visit: baylorbears.com.

Cost is $5. This clinic will equip climbers with the skills and technical knowledge required to belay at the Baylor Rock. For more information, click HERE.

Students, Faculty, and Staff - Help save lives and help us beat TCU as we give the most units of blood! Sign up in advance HERE.  And stop by the Bobo Tuesday or Wednesday this week from 10 a.m.-4 p.m.! Every donation saves lives, enters you to win raffle prizes from P.F. Chang's, provides a 25% discount at Launch Pad Espresso and Bakery, and Carter Bloodcare will be giving away limited edition Baylor t-shirts!

Since 1953, Dr Pepper Hour has been a long-standing tradition of the Student Union. Sponsored by Student Activities. Click here to learn about the Dr Pepper Hour Club! Don't miss the chance to earn your DP Hour Mug. Contact sarah_patterson@baylor.edu for more information.

For more information about Baylor Athletics events, visit: baylorbears.com.

Cost is $5. Join us for a beginner-friendly sailing clinic, no experience needed, just bring your sense of adventure! 

Better Together welcomes you to its second Neighbor Night, which is all about celebrating Diwali!  Come enjoy FREE DINNER, conversation, and culture with our partners DKD, ISSA, KPhiG, and Multicultural Affairs. Please feel free to don traditional South Asian garments, as it is encouraged! Hope to see you there. Contact BetterTogether@baylor.edu for more information, and follow our Instagram to keep up with our other events.

The Baylor Free Farmers Market is a recurring campus event held each semester to provide students with free access to fresh fruits and vegetables. The event brings together local farmers, community partners, campus organizations, and student volunteers to promote health, wellness, and food justice. Come out and grab some fresh foods to help stock your pantry! 

Take a class break and join us for "What's Poppin", celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month! Join the MA staff this Wednesday in the SUB CUB from 3-4 PM. Learn the house rules for UNO, enjoy some fun games, and snack on potato chips with salsa and popcorn.  For more information, contact Leslie DeLaFuente.

Sign up for an LCG 101 session to explore how personal values and leadership habits empower us to faithfully and authentically lead for the common good. All students, especially leaders or those interested in leadership, are invited to attend this free event! Click the image above to RSVP and reach out to leadership@baylor.edu with any questions. This session counts toward completion of the Certificate in Experiential Leadership. Click here to learn more or enroll today!

For more information about Baylor Athletics events, visit: baylorbears.com.

Baylor's Latinx Association for Science & Health (LASH) will be selling corn in a cup, “elote,” while playing “Lotería,” a traditional Mexican game with the same objective as Bingo. There will also be other snacks, drinks, great music, and even better prizes.

For more information about Baylor Athletics events, visit: baylorbears.com.

Bad Bunny or Bad Decision? Grab a plate of nachos and pull up a chair. This isn’t your average conversation. Join fellow students for honest dialogue, community building, and (of course) nachos. Because sometimes the best way to talk about life’s layered topics is over a layered plate of chips and cheese.

Test your strength at the Cliff Hanger Challenge on October 16 from 2–8 p.m. between the Baylor Rock and the Fitness Center. Hang from the pull-up bar or hold kettlebells to compete for bragging rights and awards for the longest “hang times." —no registration needed, just show up and hang out!

Cost is $10. Learn the fundamentals of lead climbing in this introductory clinic! Participants must have a current belay certification from the Rock Climbing Wall to register. 

Experience Truett Seminary at Preview Day! Join us in Waco, Houston, or San Antonio to meet professors, sit in on classes, connect with students, and explore our community. This is a FREE event with appropriate meals and lodging provided at each event. For more information, click HERE.

Join us for Alpha Delta Pi's fall philanthropy event Haunt! There will be axe throwing, caricature artists, shopping, a cornhole tournament, and more! Tickets will be sold the week leading up to the event and at the event. Supported by Baylor Activities Council and Student Government. 

For more information about Baylor Athletics events, visit: baylorbears.com.

Join us for an afternoon of fly fishing—no experience needed and all equipment provided! Our guides will teach you how to cast and (hopefully) catch your first fish. Register now at myrec.baylor.edu.

For more information about Baylor Athletics events, visit: baylorbears.com.

FLAG FOOTBALL STARTS TODAY! Flag Football pool play kicks off today 10/13 at the Parker Bros. Intramural Fields! Come out and cheer on your favorite teams as the action gets underway!

Don't miss the Intramural Ultimate Frisbee Semi-Finals and Final this Wednesday at Parker Bros. Field — action starts at 7:15 PM!

🎾 Co-Rec Tennis Doubles Registration: Grab your doubles partner and sign up now for Co-Rec Tennis — registration closes TOMORROW 10/14. Register via Fusion Play.

🛶 Intramural Canoe Race Registration: Intramural Canoe Race registration closes tomorrow 10/14 — find your paddling partner and join the fun! Register via Fusion Play.

Register to play intramural sports through the FUSION PLAY APP in 3 easy steps!

Get ready to show your Baylor spirit as we take on TCU! Join Student Government for a week of fun events leading up to game day. Stop by our table during any of the listed times to grab Beat the Frogs merch and participate in our T-shirt Swap—trade a shirt from another university for a free Beat the Frogs shirt! Don’t forget to stop by Dr Pepper Hour to enjoy a float in a reusable Bluebonnet Battle Cup. 

Do you remember your time at Orientation and Baylor Line Camp? Do you remember the leaders who helped spark your Baylor story? Now it's your turn to do the same for the next class of Bears! Applications for Orientation and Baylor Line Camp Leaders are now open! Let's have the best summer ever making an impact on new students while serving together and learning valuable leadership skills! This paid position also includes housing and program meals! So what are you waiting for? Apply today!

Over 30 global missions organizations are returning to Baylor's campus for Missions Week 2025! Join us for a week of events, prizes, free food, and more. The purpose of Missions Week is to provide mission education and elevate student awareness of global missions opportunities. Learn more here!

All Baylor University students now have unlimited access to RightNow Media—the world’s largest streaming library of video Bible study resources. This is a tool that can help you live out your faith, especially as you continue your spiritual journey through college and beyond. Click here to register and receive free lifetime access to Baylor’s RightNow Media page.

Is your six-character password “Kenough”? Is AI born wicked, or does it have wickedness thrust upon it? Do updates always find a way? Explore these questions and more as Baylor observes National Cybersecurity Awareness Month with movie-themed reminders of best practices. Visit BearAware for great cybersecurity tips and be on the lookout for information about CyberWeek events later this month! Click HERE.

Nominate a faculty member, staff member, or student for the inaugural GLOBE Awards, honoring global engagement that reflects Baylor’s mission of faith, learning, and service. Winners will be recognized during Baylor’s International Education Week (Nov. 10–14, 2025). Nominations are due Oct. 26 via the GLOBE Awards Nomination Form.

Apply to be a Community Leader Today! The Community Leader (CL) serves students in one of Baylor’s residential communities by exemplifying and implementing the values and policies of Campus Living & Learning. The CL provides leadership by fostering community and cultivating relationships, mentoring residents, and facilitating learning through efforts that integrate aspects of diversity, faith development, academics, and relationships. Application Closes October 19! Click HERE!

Celebrate cultures and global learning during International Education Week 2025, Nov. 10–14! Host an event and be featured in all IEW marketing. Submit your event to the IEW calendar by Oct. 17 to join Baylor’s celebration of our international community! For more information, click HERE.

Grab a FitPass for just $50 (students) or $60 (faculty, staff & faculty spouses) and get unlimited access to every group fitness class all semester long. One pass, every class!
Purchase yours now at myrec.baylor.edu!

Be sure to pick up your Punch Pass at your first class — get it stamped each time you attend, and once you complete 40 classes, you’ll be entered to win a free FitPass for next semester!

If you are a department or Baylor student organization and have items you would like to see appear in What's New BU, submit them for consideration by Friday at 8 a.m. by clicking here or emailing them to whatsnew@baylor.edu. View past issues of What’s New BU here. 

Stay connected with Student Life

Copyright © Baylor® University. All rights reserved. Legal Disclosures.
Baylor University  Waco, Texas 76798  1-800-229-5678