Dr. Daniel Vestal (’66, MA ’68)
From an early age, Daniel Vestal was already responding to a clear call to ministry. At just 16 years old, he was licensed and ordained to preach, stepping into pulpits and leading revival meetings while still in high school. What began as a sense of calling quickly became a way of life. During those formative
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CAMPUS
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
“Hugs, Ken:” Epstein visited Baylor for meeting with Starr in 2012
During Jeffrey Epstein’s tour of Baylor’s campus he couldn’t be bothered. All he seemed concerned with was making it to
The Honorable but Imperfect Compromise: A History of Baylor’s Alumni-Elected Regents Process
In 2016, Baylor University and the Baylor Alumni Association reached an agreement of co-existence after years of arbitration. One of
Holding On to International Students
Out of the roughly 6 million students worldwide studying abroad, the United States currently hosts more than 1 million. “And higher
ALUMNI DIARIES
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
Pet for A Day
Dear Diary, In the Spring of 2012, during lunch in the Sub Bowl, our gaggle of girls was enjoying the
Always a Spectator, Never a Parader
Up at 4 a.m., before the birds had found their voices, I stood shivering in thirty-degree weather, layered in every
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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.
WACOING
Valentine’s Day in Waco: Where to Eat, Stay, and Play
Waco is known for its ever-growing food scene, charmingly humble downtown, and cozy local experiences and shops that make it
Waco Taco Roundup: Seven Taco Spots in Waco
If you’re on the hunt for flavorful, wallet-friendly taco restaurants in Waco, consider this your ultimate guide. These seven spots
That’s Entertainment
In 1996 the average price for concert tickets was around $25. Today it’s about $130. Talk about sticker shock. Surge
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
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FEATURES
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
Profiles
Dr. Daniel Vestal (’66, MA ’68)
From an early age, Daniel Vestal was already responding to a clear call to ministry. At just 16 years old,
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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FOOD & DRINK
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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Making a Difference
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Keeping up with the Dillards
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Daniel Sternberg
Editor’s Note: As we gear up to celebrate 61 years of this tradition with you, let’s take a moment to
The Good Doctor
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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