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Baylor University Named a 2026 Top Veteran School

Baylor University has been named a 2026 Top Veteran School by U.S. Veterans Magazine, recognizing Baylor’s continued commitment to supporting veterans and their educational success.

Announcements
Don’t Miss Baylor University’s Homecoming Parade Streamed Live from 5th Street

Baylor University will livestream the 117th anniversary Baylor Homecoming Parade, the oldest and largest collegiate homecoming parade in the nation, with live coverage from 7 to 9 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 7, from Fifth Street on the Baylor campus.

Accolades, Headlines
Baylor University No. 1 Among Top Adoption-Friendly Workplaces in Education

The Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption has recognized Baylor University as No. 1 in the education industry for offering the best overall adoption benefits to employees.

Accolades, Headlines
Marlene Neill, Ph.D., APR, Honored with 2026 IPR Pathfinder Award

Marlene Neill, Ph.D., has been selected to receive the 2026 IPR Pathfinder Award by the Institute of Public Relations for her significant research on PR ethics and leadership practices.

Accolades, Headlines
Baylor Advances Biology Teaching Excellence Through National Scholars Program

Baylor University has been selected for the NSF-funded ECB Scholars Program, which supports professional development for biology teaching assistants and future faculty.

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.

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