There’s a good chance that you don’t know what hazing actually is! We’re not kidding. The laws around hazing have changed, and we want all of our students, faculty, and staff to understand how it affects our community. So we have a goal of training the entire campus in order to make our family as safe and respectful as possible. Protect yourself, your student organization, and your university by taking this simple training. Visit  baylor.edu/hazing to learn more.

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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.

The Baylor Symphony Orchestra performs their first concert of the 2025/2026 season. Students receive recital credit.

Join the Institute for Faith and Learning Sept. 23–24 for lectures by leading scholars and a Hillbilly Thomists concert marking the 1,700th anniversary of Nicaea. Free and open to the public. For more information, click HERE.

Now that you live in Waco, come and get your public library card! The Waco-McLennan County Libraries have tons of additional resources to enhance your Baylor education! Representatives will be at Moody Memorial Library from 2:30-5:30 to get you signed up! For more information about the Waco Public Libraries, click HERE.

Join us during Dr Pepper Hour to explore your study abroad options! Meet faculty and staff leading upcoming programs, connect with the study abroad team, and learn how you can take your Baylor experience global! For more information, click HERE.

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.

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

Take a class break and join us for What's Poppin'! Let’s get together to learn the house rules for Uno and enjoy some fun games and popcorn. Join the MA staff every Wednesday in the SUB CUB from 3-4 pm. Contact Leslie DeLaFuente for more information.

A Campus Conversation on "Political Violence in the U.S." Faculty Panelists will include: Dr. Rebecca Flavin, Political Science; Dr. Scott Varda, Communication Studies; and Dr. Sharon Gripp, Journalism, Public Relations, and New Media.

Mark your calendars! The Hillbilly Thomists are coming to Baylor with bluegrass, gospel, and front-porch joy. This concert is free and open to all.

Institute for Faith and Learning Director Elisabeth Rain Kincaid and Baylor Philosophy Professor Thomas Hibbs will discuss Kincaid’s latest publication, “Law from Below: How the Thought of Francisco Suárez, SJ, Can Renew Contemporary Legal Engagement,” in the first session of this year’s Readers Meet the Author series. Reception with light refreshments and book signing to follow. For more information, click HERE.

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.

Join Truett Seminary and the Baylor Ministry Guidance Program for a free two-day retreat designed to explore your call to ministry. Hear from dedicated ministry practitioners and enjoy space to discover your calling. Click HERE for more information. 

Union Board is hosting another UBreak! We’re teaming up with LASH to serve FREE aguas frescas and pan dulce this Friday. Swing by between classes to relax and recharge so you can finish the week strong!

Celebrate the McLane Student Life Center's 26th Birthday! Enjoy free snacks, giveaways (including a FitPass + PlayPass!), a “Make a Wish” wall, and a chance to win by completing our SLC quiz + Instagram follow. We’ll also be sharing special birthday content on IG all week — don’t miss it!

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Fiesta is an event that celebrates Hispanic heritage and culture. There will be games, dancing, music, food trucks and more! You won't want to miss this.

Spend the day learning to whitewater kayak on the San Marcos River! Just $50 for sun, skill-building, and good vibes. Register now at myrec.baylor.edu.

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

Join us for a Patch in the Patch UNight! Bring anything you’d like to decorate with our cozy fall fabrics and add a touch of autumn to your style. There will be pumpkin pie and apple cider for you to enjoy while you craft the night away!

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Interested in Making a Difference on Campus? Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors are invited to apply for open positions in the Student Senate. Serving in Student Government is a great way to represent your peers and make a positive impact on the campus community. Applications are now open and will close at midnight on Monday, September 22. Click HERE.

🏈 Flag Football registration opens today 9/22! - One of our biggest and most anticipated intramural sports of the year is back! Gather your team and get ready for some high-energy action on the field! Sign up via Fusion Play

🏐 Volleyball Playoffs are happening this week! - Catch the action in the SLC Gym from 9/22–9/25. Game times vary, so stop by and cheer on your favorite teams!

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

Ready to make your mark on campus? Join the Baylor Activities Council and help plan some of Baylor’s biggest events while building friendships that last a lifetime! Don’t miss the chance to make an impact on campus. Apply today!

Grandstand tickets for the Homecoming Parade are available NOW. All proceeds go to funding student scholarships through Student Foundation. Don’t miss the opportunity to reserve the best seats to watch the parade! Click HERE.

Registration for the 2026 Bearathon and the Sic 'Em 6K is NOW OPEN! All proceeds go to funding student scholarships through Student Foundation. Secure your spot to run the Toughest Half in Texas!

The Homecoming court provides an opportunity to recognize the leadership, service, and accomplishments of a wide range of students whose involvement crosses organizations, activities, and academic interests across the University. All chartered student organizations are invited to nominate one male and one female representative to be considered for the Court using the link HERE.

The Baylor community is warmly invited to the Beyond Us Missions Conference—a unique event hosted by Mission Waco in partnership with local churches, Christian non-profits, Baylor Spiritual Life, and Truett Seminary. Explore workshops and hear from speakers including Christine Caine, Tom Lin, Chris Clayman, Dr. Bob Roberts Jr., and Dr. Julio Guarneri. Learn more here. Baylor students are entitled to free registration – sign up here to get registered for free!

The Homecoming parade is a unique way for Baylor and the Waco community to come together to embrace the Homecoming spirit. All chartered student organizations are invited to be a part of the 2025 Homecoming Parade. To register your organization, you can follow the link HERE.

Steppin’ Out is a Baylor tradition where students “step out” and serve the Waco community. This semester marks the 40th anniversary of Steppin’ Out. Be a part of the tradition by joining us on Saturday, October 18. Sign up here before October 6. We’re looking forward to serving with you!

All groups are free to students. To participate, students can call the Baylor Counseling Center at 254-710-2467 or schedule a group information meeting in their patient portal. Groups include:

ACT Group: A Group to Address Anxiety/Depression Through Mindfulness and Acceptance, Thursdays, 1:30–3 p.m.  

Family Focus: A Group to Explore Family Difficulties, Monday, 1–2:30 p.m . 

Life to the FULLest: A Group Focused on Recovery From Eating Disorders, Day/Time TBD- based on participant availability

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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