Lessons from D.C.
Annabeth Dusek was furloughed on October 1, 2025 — the day the government shut down. After about a month on the job she’d prayed for since high school, Dusek, a Baylor junior, thought she had finally mastered the rhythm of her office and adjusted to the fast-paced culture of life on Capitol Hill. It was
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Lessons from D.C.
Annabeth Dusek was furloughed on October 1, 2025 — the day the government shut down. After about a month on
The Birds at Baylor and Beyond
Central Texas is a gold mine for birders, and the Waco area is no exception to that. With a diversity
Guarding the Digital World: Baylor’s Expanding Role in Cybersecurity
According to David Grover, Baylor’s senior director of cyber initiatives, most people have a very clear – if inaccurate –
Ground Control to Doctor Rose
If you live in Texas, you’re probably familiar with the Hobby-Eberly Telescope, located in Fort Davis. It’s one of the
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It Was All Worth It
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The Bear-lin Wall
Dear Diary, It rose one day in the spring of 2015, dividing campus in half — from the Bear Habitat
Five Girls, One Costume
Dear Diary, It was the week before Halloween, senior year, and my roommates and I decided that if there was
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Step Into ‘The Green Room’
It starts, as so many Baylor stories do, with a conversation. A late afternoon, maybe, sunlight sliding through Waco’s live oaks. Someone says, “Do you remember when…” and suddenly the years fold in on themselves — old friends, old memories, the good ol’ days. That’s the kind of space The Green Room delivers every week.
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8 Black-Owned Restaurants in Waco to Try
Waco’s restaurant scene is continuously growing, and at the heart of that growth are passionate local entrepreneurs bringing bold flavors,
Valentine’s Day in Waco: Where to Eat, Stay, and Play
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Waco Taco Roundup: Seven Taco Spots in Waco
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Emily Tinsley: A Legacy Built on Love
“I’m telling you, that is one smart, hard-working, gracious, wonderful lady.” — John F. Baugh In times of darkness, Emily
The Noticer
Greg Davis (‘92) thinks there’s a meaningful moment of time between when you wake up and when you’re actually awake.
Owen Lind and the Birth of Environmental Studies at Baylor
“The building of a better environment will require in the long term a citizenry that is both deeply concerned and
Al & Mike Dewlen: Lost Father, Sleeping Son
This story was originally published by The Baylor Line in 2020 as an e-book. My wife Mary and I encountered
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They Would Do it Again: Sam Henderson, Maverick Moore, and the Making of ‘ADO’
Sam Henderson is 45 years old, and he just decided what he wants to be when he grows up. It
Matthew Maupin (JD ’22): The Baylor difference
Baylor Law School alumnus and Dykema associate Matthew Maupin is an accomplished litigator. But, more than that, he is a
Emily (’99) and Brett (’98) Mills: Building a village
Emily and Brett Mills are just as comfortable leading a worship service for thousands on a Sunday morning as they
Tiffany Jones-Smith (’95): Triumph over tragedy
Tiffany Jones-Smith embodies the adage “triumph over tragedy.” She is no stranger to grief, having lost 15 members of her
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Local Food Banks Work to Meet Holiday Needs
As the holidays roll around, families across Central Texas plan which delicious, home-cooked dishes to put on the Christmas dinner
Baylor Alumni-Owned Restaurants to Try During Waco Restaurant Week (and Beyond)
Whether you’re checking off your Waco Restaurant Week bucket list, returning to town for Baylor Homecoming, or just searching for
Waco Food Trucks: Our 8 Favorite Spots
Waco’s food trucks cater to a diverse range of tastes and preferences, offering a culinary adventure waiting to be explored.
Whisky in Waco: Balcones Distillery
Texas whisky was not a thing before Balcones, as improbable as that may sound. It certainly still feels odd to
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Out on an Ancestral Limb
Editor’s Note: For now over 75 years, The Baylor Line has been publishing vivid storytelling from across the Baylor Family.
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Making a Difference
Editor’s Note: As we gear up to celebrate 60 years of this tradition with you, let’s take a moment to
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