october 18-24, 2021
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October 18-24, 2021
Need Some Help This Fall?We are at the point of the academic year when you may be feeling greater challengesand pressures. Stress is normal, and we all face it. The students who are successful arethe ones who know where to go when you experience these inevitable challenges.Baylor has a number of resources available to help you at these times, and weencourage you to take advantage of them.
Baylor University CARE Team ServicesCare Team Services is located on the second floor of the Student Life Center,suite 207. The Department of CARE Team Services is a team of Baylor sta! whowork with students who are struggling with anything that might a!ect yourability to be successful in the classroom. This might include mental healthchallenges, financial issues, interpersonal struggles, or other challenges you arefacing. The CARE team connects students to resources both on and o!-campus and o!ers holistic care. Contact Information: 254-710-2100 [email protected].
Center for Academic Success andEngagementThe Center for Academic Success & Engagement (CASE) is the very best place forhelp when you are struggling in your classes. CASE sta! can help you find atutor, study group, and build study strategies to make you successful. CASEeducates and empowers all students to discover and engage in e!ective paths foracademic and personal thriving through learning strategies, self-managementtools, holistic support, and a sense of belonging in the Baylor community.
Baylor University Counseling CenterThe Counseling Center seeks to foster wholeness for every student throughcaring relationships, cultural humility, and integrated mental health services.BUCC is located on the second floor of the Student Life Center. For anappointment, go to our website to schedule an Initial Assessment or call (254)710-2467. Need help now? If you feel like you need immediate assistance,please contact Care Team Services at 254-710-2100 or call the CounselingCenter 254-710-2467
Student Involvement CenterLooking to build your group of friends or just get plugged into an awesomestudent organization? Contact the SIC (Student Involvement Center.) StudentInvolvement Specialists are here to help you identify pathways to get involvedbased on your passions, interests, and calling. With over 350 studentorganizations and countless other ways to get involved, the Student InvolvementSpecialists are trained in helping you find the best involvement options out therefor you. The SIC is located on the 1st floor of the SUB near Common Grounds oryou can fill out the form at their website and they will get back to you.
Baylor Health Services DepartmentYou can't succeed in class when you are fighting o! illness. As we head into Fluseason, consider getting your flu shot. If you haven't yet received your COVID-19vaccine, the Baylor Health Center has all three vaccines available. Baylor HealthServices includes Primary Care, Psychiatry, Physical Therapy, and Pharmacy andis sta!ed with fully certified and licensed physicians and nurse practitioners andnurses, and administrative sta!. Appointments may be made by calling our mainnumber or by logging into the health portal located on our website. Contact usat 254-710-1010 or [email protected].
Campus Recreation and Baylor WellnessThere are very few things in life that help us deal with stress better than physicalactivity and fresh air. Baylor Campus Recreation encourages the entire Baylorcommunity to live active and healthy lives through sports and competition(intramural, club, and other activities), discovery in the great outdoors, andachievement of personal fitness goals. Click HERE to learn more about BaylorCampus Rec or contact them at 254-710-7542 or [email protected].
Sign up for FitWell for All today by clicking on this link. FitWell for All classes,sponsored by Baylor Scott & White, are FREE this semester. Over 40+classes/week from Yoga, Refit, Bare, Bear Cycle, Boxing, Zumba, Kickboxing,Taekwondo, and more. Click HERE for tips on Stress Management from BaylorWellness.
Naloxone TrainingTuesday, October 19, 8-9:30 a.m. Sign up for the BARC's virtual Naloxonetraining. The training is designed to decrease the adverse e!ects of opioids in theBaylor community by providing easy access to opioid overdose medications.People who complete the training can get a free box of Narcan branded nasalspray upon completion. For more information or to sign up, click HERE orcontact [email protected].
Lunch with the McNair Scholars ProgramTuesday, October 19, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. The McNair Scholars Program aims toprepare low-income, first generation and other underrepresented students inacquiring the knowledge, skills and capacities necessary to successfully navigatea path to a Ph.D. program following graduation. Come have free lunch and hearfrom current scholars! For more information, click HERE or [email protected].
Dr Pepper HourTuesday, October 19, 3-4 p.m. in the SUB (Bill Daniel Student Center). Since1953, Dr Pepper Hour has been a long-standing tradition of the Student Union.Sponsored by Student Activities. Click here to learn about the Dr Pepper HourClub! Don't miss the chance to earn your DP Hour Mug.
Majors FairTuesday, October 19, 3-6 p.m. in the SUB (Bill Daniel Student Center). Thisevent will feature representatives from most academic departments andprograms. Students can gather information and ask questions about majors theymay be considering and can speak with faculty experts in each field. Enjoy a tastyDr Pepper float while you explore! For more information, [email protected].
Baylor Concert Choir ConcertTuesday, October 19, 7:30-8:30 p.m. at Jones Hall. The Concert Choir isconducted by Lynne Gackle, Baylor University's Director of Choral Activities.This event is free of charge and open to the public. For more information, clickHERE.
Mountain Bike Trail RideWednesday, October 20, 4:30-6:30 p.m. Join Outdoor Adventure on a weeklyMountain Bike Trail Ride through Cameron Park on Wednesdays from 4:30-6:30pm. Meet at Northern Gateway Park to begin the ride. Cost is only $10 to ride,and equipment is provided. Make sure to register at least 24 hours in advance,using the Campus Recreation App or the SLC front desk. Any questions? [email protected].
Sailing ClinicWednesday, October 20, 5-7 p.m. Stop by for a lesson covering various aspects ofsailing; including parts of the boat, equipment and rigging, sailing time, and howto right the boat if you flip. Once completed and checked o! by facility sta!, youwill be able to use Baylor's sailboats and equipment to practice your skills onyour own or with friends. Register by 3 pm on Wednesday using the CampusRecreation App or at the SLC front desk. Cost is $5. Any questions? [email protected].
Full Moon PaddleWednesday, October 20, 7-10 p.m. at the Pullin Family Marina. Paddle aftersunset under the full moon! Cost is FREE. Any questions? [email protected].
Baylor Soccer vs. Iowa StateThursday, October 21, 7 p.m. at the Betty Lou Mays Soccer Field. For
more information about Baylor Athletics events, visit: baylorbears.com.
BYX Island Party 2021Thursday, October 21, 7 p.m. at Common Grounds. BYX Island Party 2021 willfeature Valley with Special Guests Phillip Vo & PYTN. Proceeds go to LivingWater. For more information, click HERE or [email protected].
Fall Break
Waco Downtown Farmer's Market and GoGold ProgramSaturday, October 23 in downtown Waco. If you are sticking around Waco overFall Break, consider spending the morning (9 a.m.-1 p.m.) at the WacoDowntown Farmer's Market. And don't forget that as a Baylor student, youreceive discounts at a ton of Waco restaurants and shops. So as you spend timearound town this weekend, keep your student ID handy. To see a list of all thevendors who participate in Baylor's Go Gold program, click HERE.
Baylor Soccer vs. West VirginiaSunday, October 24, 1 p.m. at the Betty Lou Mays Soccer Field. For
more information about Baylor Athletics events, visit: baylorbears.com.
It's Not Too Late to Join Fitwell For All andF45Sign up for FitWell for All and F45 today by clicking on this link. FitWell for Allclasses, sponsored by Baylor Scott & White, are FREE this semester. Over 40+classes/week from Yoga, Refit, Bare, Bear Cycle, Boxing, Zumba, Kickboxing,Taekwondo, and more. F45 is the most popular HIIT training program oncampus. Cost is only $50/semester. For more information, [email protected].
Volunteers needed for IRONMAN WACO andIRONMAN 70.3 WACO!October 23-24, 2021 Volunteers are needed to help make this event a success.Click HERE to sign up for a variety of positions (athlete registration, finish line,running/biking assistance, etc.). Contact Nancy at [email protected] additional information.
Get ready for Steppin' Out Day of Service!Saturday, November 6, 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Volunteers can serve at various homes,churches, schools, and other locations throughout the Greater Waco area.Registration opens today and closes on Monday, October 25 at 11:59 p.m. Due toCOVID, spaces are limited so don't miss the deadline!
Team leader registration form (e.g., service chairs, hall leaders, instructors, etc.).Team leaders - you will also need to submit your group's roster so that theplanning committee can email the registration link to your members.Instructions can be found on our website
All other volunteers register HERE.
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