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Legendary Texas country musician Willie Nelson in a cowboy hat with his guitar, Trigger.

Legendary Texas country music singer-songwriter Willie Nelson is coming home to his alma mater on Thursday, May 14, for an outdoor “Willie Nelson & Family” concert at Magnolia Field at Baylor Ballpark.

Torrin Longenecker

Torrin Longenecker's couture-inspired suit showcases craftsmanship, creativity and a passion for timeless tailoring.

Baylor professors Michael Korpi, Ph.D. and Corey Carbonara, Ph.D.

Baylor researchers Corey P. Carbonara, Ph.D., and Michael Korpi, Ph.D., led university-industry team to develop 6P’s revolutionary Full Color Range display system

2025 AAAS Fellows Simmons and Urlacher

Dwayne D. Simmons, Ph.D., and Samuel S. Urlacher, Ph.D., have been elected to the rank of 2025 AAAS Fellow, a lifetime honor announced today by the Council of the American Association for the Advancement of Science.

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Baylor scientists are engaging local students, educators and families this spring through a series of interactive STEM events that explore the science happening in our own backyard.

A leading voice on disability, faith and flourishing, Dr. Carter will receive the 2026 Leadership Award from the American Association on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities.

Waco Mayor Jim Holmes proclaimed Feb. 17, 2026, as Robert Doyle Day, recognizing the Baylor University researcher for his decades of service to Waco’s water systems. 

Baylor University has released a YouTube playlist featuring talks from its inaugural TEDxBaylor University event, featuring speakers from across the Baylor campus and the Waco community.

Rising artist Tyce Delk will open for Texas country sensation Hudson Westbook in concert Friday, April 24, 2026, at Foster Pavilion in Waco, Texas.