Baylor Connections

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A weekly podcast introducing the Waco community to the people behind Baylor’s teaching, research and distinct role in higher education.

  1. 10 MAR

    Erik Carter: Faith, Disability and the Power of Belonging

    Disability touches nearly 70 million Americans and affects one in three families, yet many schools, churches, and community organizations still struggle to fully welcome and support people with disabilities in daily life. What would it look like if everyone could move from inclusion to belonging, where individuals with disabilities are empowered to fully contribute in the lives of their communities? Erik Carter came to Baylor from Vanderbilt University in 2022 to blaze new trails in research at the intersection of faith and disability. He takes listeners inside that work and shares the conviction that everyone’s contributions are vital.

    23 min

  2. 24 FEB

    Doug McNamee: Fan First Era in Baylor Athletics

    When Doug McNamee returned to his alma mater as Athletic Director, he promised a focus on fans and experiences alongside the pursuit of excellence on the field or court. In recent weeks, Baylor Athletics has announced new initiatives to reduce friction points for fans attending games, from tailgating to concessions and more. Doug shares insights on delivering a great fan experience, galvanizing the passion of the Baylor Family, supporting student-athletes and more in this Baylor Connections conversation.

    24 min

  3. 10 FEB

    John Wood: Elite Science and Mentorship

    “If you build it, they will come,” says John Wood of Baylor’s 508,000‑square‑foot Baylor Sciences Building (BSB), an elite facility that houses Baylor’s Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry alongside other science disciplines. A nationally recognized leader in organic synthesis whose work contributes to drug leads for cancer and numerous other diseases, Wood speaks from inside his BSB research lab about his department’s continued growth—ranging from advances in understanding disease to expanding work in materials chemistry and beyond. He also reflects on the collaborative environment the BSB enables and shares why mentorship remains a passion as he and his colleagues nurture resilient, creative future problem‑solvers.

    23 min

  4. 27 JAN

    Hannah Stolze: Global Supply Chain

    Hannah Stolze of Baylor’s Hankamer School of Business shares takes listeners inside the global supply chain. Stolze explains how recent disruptions and new technologies like artificial intelligence are changing how goods move around the world, and further shares how Baylor’s approach to supply chain leadership emphasizes ethics, people, and human dignity alongside innovation and efficiency.

    23 min

  5. 13 JAN

    Todd Still: Baylor Programs Serving the Global Church

    Baylor's George W. Truett Theological Seminary lives out every part of the Baylor motto "Pro Ecclesia, Pro Texana, Pro Mundo" as it equips those who will serve the Church for service and leadership. Todd Still, the Dean of Truett Seminary, describes how the seminary advances into its fourth decade of service, embodying "deep roots and green shoots" in foundation-centered innovation.

    26 min

  6. 30/12/2025

    Carroll Crowson: How Baylor Academic Support Helps Students Succeed.

    What does it take for students to flourish academically and holistically during their college years? Carroll Crowson, Director of Academic Support Programs at Baylor’s Paul L. Foster Success Center, shares how Baylor provides personalized resources—from tutoring and supplemental instruction to academic mentoring and resiliency training—that empower students to succeed in the classroom and beyond. Families have made a significant investment in their student’s time at Baylor, and the University has built a culture of care that helps those students reach their full potential.

    22 min

  7. 16/12/2025

    Jason Carter: How Baylor’s Robbins College Equips Healthcare Leaders

    As healthcare needs and opportunities grow, Baylor’s Robbins College of Health and Human Sciences is responding with innovative approaches to prepare compassionate leaders for the field. Dean Jason Carter shares Robbins Colleges distinctives like interprofessional education, hybrid graduate programs, elite research and cutting-edge technology, highlighting the ways Baylor shapes graduates who serve patients and communities with integrity and excellence.

    21 min

  8. 02/12/2025

    Sarah Schnitker and Devan Stahl: Ethical Foundations in Scientific Research

    How do science and theology intersect to promote human flourishing? Baylor researchers Sarah Schnitker and Devan Stahl share how research collaborations bridge psychology, ethics, and faith to address real-world challenges. They discuss the origins of their research partnership, a new collaborative human thriving research center at Baylor, and a project that equips scholars to integrate empirical research with theological inquiry.

    24 min
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A weekly podcast introducing the Waco community to the people behind Baylor’s teaching, research and distinct role in higher education.

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  • Creator
    Baylor University - Baylor Connections
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2026
  • Episodes
    100
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2023, Baylor University. All rights reserved.
  • Show Website
    Baylor Connections

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