Student Presale TODAY for Post Malone and Jelly Roll at McLane Stadium on May 19! Today's the day to get your tickets for global superstars Post Malone and Jelly Roll at McLane Stadium on May 19. The ticket presale for Baylor students, faculty and staff begins at 3 p.m. and goes until 11:59 p.m. tonight. Tickets go on sale to the public at 10 a.m. tomorrow morning. Check your Baylor email at NOON TODAY for detailed information about how to buy tickets in this special presale.  

One simple act can literally save lives. Click the graphic above to sign up to donate blood this week. Everyone who signs up will be entered for a chance to win a romantic dinner for two! Students in Greek Life or in other Student Orgs will receive a service hour for donating blood.

Cost is $5. This clinic will equip climbers with the skills and technical knowledge required to belay at the Baylor Rock. Sign up on myrec.baylor.edu.

Relax. Enjoy. Create. Gals, come celebrate an early Valentine's with us at the BARC. Bring a friend, enjoy some fondue and leave with a beautiful bouquet.

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.

A time for students to visit with study abroad faculty and staff about Summer 2026 and Fall 2026 study abroad programs! Study Abroad Staff and Study Abroad Student Leaders (program alumni) will be on hand as well to share about how you can get involved with study abroad. For more information, click HERE.

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The sisters of Kappa Phi Gamma Sorority Inc. will be hosting a Valentine's themed fundraiser with chocolate-covered treats! They are fundraising in hopes of supporting their philanthropy, Cancer Awareness. To purchase a treat, go to @kphig.gamma on Instagram for the order form. All proceeds earned from this event will go to Sunshine Kids.

Come and have a fresh cup of coffee and chat with us at the BARC! Our recovery community would love to have you! Hosted by BARC's Katie Macy @ 134 Teal, next to East Village Dining Hall.

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

Go on a trip with Baylor Missions! We’re serving in India Zambia, the Dominican Republic, and more. Applications are due before midnight—don’t miss your chance to love and serve your global neighbors this summer! Learn more and apply here.

Outdoor Adventure has a few spots left on our Spring Break Arkansas Bike & Climb trip — a beginner-friendly, climbing-focused experience with biking on off days. Registration closes Wednesday 2/11 at 11:59 p.m., so sign up now on myrec.baylor.edu!

Join us as we celebrate Lunar New Year traditions from around the world! Celebrity Chef Nikky Phinyawatana will be onsite creating her favorite authentic Thai dishes!

Led by the charismatic Kwame Nkrumah, Ghana won its political independence from the United Kingdom in 1957. It precipitated both the dying spiral of colonialism across the African continent and the world’s first black socialist state. Dr. Osei-Opare shows how race and Ghana–Soviet spaces influenced, enabled, and disrupted Ghana’s transformational socialist, Cold War, and decolonization projects to achieve black freedom. For more information, click HERE.

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Flannery O'Connor was one of the twentieth century’s most startling and brilliant American authors, and her work continues to fascinate readers and scholars today. Join us for a screening of Wildcat, a 2023 film exploring some of her life and writing—and the way her devout faith and experience of illness shaped her. We’ll kick off with a brief introduction from Baylor alum and award-winning O’Connor scholar Dr. Jessica Hooten Wilson (zooming in from Pepperdine) and follow the screening up with time for discussion. For more information, click HERE.

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a sweet UBreak on February 13 in the SUB 1st floor from 10 AM - 12 PM. Stop by for Valentine’s Kabobs featuring strawberries, marshmallows, and brownies. Bring a friend, take a break, and enjoy a quick treat made just for you. For more information, click HERE.

Join the American Red Cross for Lay Responder CPR Training on Friday,  February 13 from 3–5 pm in Room 308 of the SLC. This hands-on session will teach essential CPR and emergency response skills that can make a real difference. Register at myrec.baylor.edu

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MedTalk will feature three physicians that are on the cutting edge of their respective fields in neurosurgery, family medicine, orthopedic surgery, and more as they seek to answer the question: what will medicine look like when today's pre-health students are healthcare providers? Light refreshments will be provided, and attire is business casual. Click HERE for more information. 

Sic ’Em Slam is an evening of storytelling and spoken-word poetry featuring students, faculty, and staff sharing powerful personal pieces. This year’s event will serve as the capstone of Civil Discourse Week on Friday, March 27, 2026.

Performers of all experience levels are welcome. Pieces may be original, class-based, or written for the event, and will be memorized to foster a strong connection with the audience. Rehearsals will be offered to support performers and build confidence. Interested in performing? Complete the interest form, and feel free to reach out with any questions.

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Stop by Petals & Poetry for a night of creativity 2/14 from 8–11 PM in Barfield Drawing Room! We will have paper flower making and a chance to write or share your own poetry. No experience needed, bring your friends! For more information, click HERE.

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Intramural Soccer Registration Now Open 2/9 - Intramural Soccer registration opens TODAY, February 9th! Gather your team and sign up through Fusion Play to get in on the action. ⚽️

Women's Lacrosse Game 2/14 - Come out and support Women’s Lacrosse at Parker Bros. Intramural Fields at 9:00 AM on February 14th. Cheer on your friends and enjoy an exciting morning of competition and Baylor spirit!

Women's Club Soccer Games 2/14 - Support Women’s Club Soccer at Parker Bros. Intramural Fields at 1:00 PM on February 14th. Don’t miss out on an exciting game!

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

Filing Opens 2/9 and closes on 3/2. Interest Meeting is on 2/25. Click HERE for more information.

OPEN NOW, but close on February 13. Click HERE.

Check out the new Baylor Waco Perks! The directory now reflects current, active discounts and includes new local partners. Baylor Waco Perks gives students access to exclusive discounts at restaurants, shops, and experiences around Waco, and you are automatically enrolled. Show your physical or virtual Baylor ID at partner locations to redeem offers. Explore the Baylor Waco Perks discount directory and start using your perks today. HERE. Follow @BaylorWacoPerks on Instagram for updates and new discounts. Questions or feedback? Contact External_Affairs@baylor.edu.

Our community offers support, a safe space and sober events throughout the semester. We would love to meet you if you are in recovery or connected to someone in recovery! Peer Support Meetings offered Monday- Thursdays evenings at the BARC. Click HERE for more information.

The PLP Bootcamp is a 2-day intensive for Baylor students, faculty, and staff to turn raw ideas into business plans. Learn to craft a business model canvas, develop your brand story, pinpoint customers, and master marketing channels. It is also the perfect pathway to the Summer Incubation Program. For more information, click HERE.

The Rare Neurological Disorder Foundation is preparing for its 2027 national relaunch, and students are invited to join the National Interest List to receive early access to future leadership, advocacy, and educational opportunities. Open to all majors. For more information, click HERE.

Since 1969, Student Foundation has passionately served Baylor University and its students by recruiting qualified students, raising scholarship funds, and building goodwill among alumni and friends. Additionally, Student Foundation plans and executes All-University Thanksgiving and The Bearathon. Rising sophomores, juniors, and seniors interested in making history are encouraged to apply on Baylor Connect! Click HERE.

Registration is still open for The Bearathon and Sic ‘Em 6K on March 28, 2026. You can register for the race up until 12pm on the day before (Friday, March 27). However, there is a chance all registration spots will fill up before then. If you know you want to participate, we encourage you to register here as soon as possible to guarantee yourself a spot. All proceeds from the races fund Baylor University scholarships. 

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! 

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. 

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