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Vardaman Scholars learn to impact world "beyond Baylor bubble
2+ day, 10+ hour ago (510+ words) By Giselle Lee | Staff Writer The Office of Engaged Learning welcomed a new cohort of students this month, dedicated to learning to burst the "Baylor bubble" and face an ever-changing global society. Dr. Jennifer Good, Fulbright program adviser in the…...
Students refresh wardrobes through clothing swap on Fountain Mall
3+ day, 10+ hour ago (556+ words) By Abby Rathburn | Staff Writer With finals approaching " and the stress that often comes with them " Apparel Professionals offered students retail therapy Monday afternoon. The student-run organization Apparel Professionals hosted a clothing swap on Fountain Mall on Monday, encouraging students…...
Fun, fresh: Fox and Co. celebrates grand opening
1+ week, 9+ hour ago (678+ words) By Alexandra Brewer | Arts & Life Writer After months of baking at home and testing recipes at local markets, Fox and Co. officially opened its doors on Thursday. Nestled in the heart of downtown Waco, the 601 Franklin Ave. storefront has welcomed…...
Waco Adapt builds strength beyond therapy
1+ week, 2+ day ago (330+ words) By Savannah Ford | LTVN Social Media Editor For many people, recovery doesn't end when physical therapy does, but finding a place to continue making progress isn't always easy. Waco Adapt is working to fill that gap, providing a space designed…...
Morrison closes after building-wide power outage
1+ week, 3+ day ago (298+ words) By Ashlyn Beck | News Editor Following an electrical transformer failure and a building-wide power outage, all classes in Morrison Hall have been relocated for the foreseeable future, according to a Baylor News Flash email. According to the announcement, the approximately…...
Students rely on creativity, caffeine while competing for thousands in Wacode Hackathon
1+ week, 4+ day ago (780+ words) By Josh Siatkowski | Staff Writer In a hectic, creative and highly-caffeinated 24 hours, about 50 Baylor students competed for thousands in prize money during Saturday's Wacode Hackathon. Coordinated by Computing for Compassion, the Association of Computing Machinery and Baylor Cyber, the event…...
US blockade of Strait of Hormuz adds fire to Waco gas prices
2+ week, 2+ day ago (601+ words) By Tolga Sahin | Staff Writer The U. S. Navy enforced a blockade on Iran's passage through the Strait of Hormuz, and the effects rippled all the way to Waco, further driving record-high gas prices. The Iran war is now in its 46th day....
7 Brew draws crowd for Waco opening
2+ week, 3+ day ago (735+ words) By Alexandra Brewer | Arts & Life Writer A new 7 Brew location opened in Waco on Monday, drawing steady crowds as customers checked out the new stand. Located on 1540 N. Valley Mills Drive, the new location offers the familiar drive-thru service and customizable…...
Stu Gov pushes SUB renovations as traffic rises, functionality falls
1+ mon, 9+ hour ago (848+ words) By Rhea Choudhary | Staff Writer Nearly 80 years after it was built, Baylor's Student Union Building is struggling to keep up with current students' needs, prompting student government leaders to push for both immediate upgrades and long-term renovations. As hundreds of…...
For Keeps transitions to in-house roaster offering locally loved beans
3+ week, 1+ day ago (748+ words) By Stacie Boyls | Arts & Life Writer After operating for several years with externally sourced beans, For Keeps Coffee & Bakery has quietly transitioned to roasting its own coffee in-house " a move staff says has deepened both their craft and their connection…...