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Accolades, Headlines
Linda Livingstone Awarded Omicron Delta Kappa Pillar of Leadership Award

Omicron Delta Kappa, the National Leadership Honor Society, has named Baylor President Linda A. Livingstone, Ph.D., recipient of its 2026 Pillar of Leadership in Academics and Research award.

Campus Operations
Baylor Homecoming Parking Lot and Road Closures, BUS Route Detours

Homecoming Week is here at Baylor University Several parking lots and roads on and around the Baylor University campus in Waco will be closed starting Tuesday, Nov. 3, due to Baylor Homecoming-related activities. 

Headlines, Announcements
Baylor Board of Regents Discusses Higher Ed Challenges, Affirms Commitment to Student Experience, Long-Term Strength

The Board of Regents received updates on a range of issues affecting higher education and Baylor, as institutional leaders position the University for long-term success.

Hot Topic
When the Mind Becomes the Monster

According to horror film expert James Kendrick, Ph.D., psychological horror is resonating with audiences because it taps into fears that are more personal, unpredictable and difficult to escape.

Announcements
President Livingstone Extends Faith-Based Leadership

President Linda A. Livingstone, Ph.D., champions faith-based higher education while expanding Baylor’s impact through her service on national and global boards.

Headlines, Hot Topic
Meet Baylor’s nationally recognized expert on ethics & culture: Thomas Hibbs, Ph.D.

Ethics and culture expert Thomas Hibbs, Ph.D., The J. Newton Rayzor Sr. Professor of Philosophy, applies medieval philosophy to ethical questions, art, modern-day political events and more. 

Accolades, Headlines
A Calling to Care: Baylor Nurse Educator Named Waco Under 40 Honoree

Waco Chamber of Commerce honor for Katy Vogelaar, D.N.P., reflects her impact as an educator, healthcare provider and community servant dedicated to improving lives across Waco.

Headlines
Baylor University Mourns Death of Regent Tyler C. Cooper, M.D., B.B.A. ‘94

Baylor University is mourning the death of Baylor Regent Tyler C. Cooper, M.D., B.B.A. ’94, after a valiant battle with cancer.

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