Baylor University Honors College

10/20/2026

The Honors College has received a $125,000 DELTA On Purpose grant from Notre Dame’s Institute for Ethics and the Common Good to expand the Micah Scholars program. As one of five inaugural recipients, the Honors College will use the funding to support a community immersion and reflection retreat for Micah Scholars students in 2027.

Honors College Receives $125,000 Grant to Expand Micah Scholars Program October 19, 2026 Baylor University’s Honors College has received a $125,000 DELTA On Purpose grant from the University of Notre Dame’s Institute for Ethics and the Common Good to expand its Micah Scholars program. Baylor is ...

10/19/2026

Mentally, we’re still on the lawn with a slice of pizza and a scoop of ice cream. Thanks for spending part of your Friday with us, Bears.

10/13/2026

It’s always a great day to study The Divine Comedy with Dr. Foley.

10/01/2026

Meet Reece, a sophomore film major in the Honors Program with a minor in ASL!

From the friendships she’s made in the Honors Residential College to being challenged in the classroom, Reece shares why she loves being part of the Honors College.

09/30/2026

What a wonderful evening with Theresa Payton!

The Honors College was honored to welcome the cybersecurity expert and former White House CIO to Baylor for the annual Laura Blanche Jackson Endowed Lectureship in World Issues.

It was especially meaningful to celebrate Laura Jackson’s enduring legacy alongside her family while enjoying a conversation on AI, ethics, and human flourishing.

09/29/2026

Join us tonight for the annual Laura Blanche Jackson Endowed Lectureship for World Issues featuring Theresa Payton, the first woman to serve as White House Chief Information Officer and a nationally recognized cybersecurity expert.

Payton will present “AI and the Future of Us: Navigating the Promise and Perils of Artificial Intelligence” at 7:00 p.m. at McClinton Auditorium in the Paul L. Foster Campus for Business and Innovation. The event is free and open to the public.

Laura Jackson Endowed Lectureship in World Issues The Laura Blanche Jackson Lectureship in World Issues was established in 1995 by Laura's parents, Frank and Darba Jackson and many other family members and friends. In memory of Laura, the lectureship is dedicated to piecing together a larger picture...

09/15/2026

The Honors College loved welcoming Honors Program alumnus and Louisiana Solicitor General Ben Aguiñaga back to Baylor today, along with his colleagues Zack Faircloth, Caitlin Huettemann and Elizabeth Brown, for Law and the Good Life. Moderated by Dean Emeritus Thomas Hibbs, the conversation gave students a chance to hear about their journeys in law, public service and the ways purpose and calling have shaped their careers.

09/11/2026

Happy Friday, Bears! Hit the books and don’t forget to cheer on the Bears tomorrow 🐻

09/01/2026

What does the future of AI mean for all of us?

Join us Tuesday, Sept. 29, at 7 p.m. in McClinton Auditorium for the 2026 Laura Blanche Jackson Endowed Lectureship in World Issues, featuring Theresa Payton, cybersecurity expert and the first female White House Chief Information Officer.

In “AI and the Future of Us,” Payton will unpack the promise, perils and rapidly evolving impact of artificial intelligence. We hope to see you there!

Laura Jackson Endowed Lectureship in World Issues The Laura Blanche Jackson Lectureship in World Issues was established in 1995 by Laura's parents, Frank and Darba Jackson and many other family members and friends. In memory of Laura, the lectureship is dedicated to piecing together a larger picture...

08/31/2026

What began as an undergraduate Honors Program thesis at Baylor is still shaping Lila McDowell Carlsen’s scholarship more than two decades later.

Now vice provost and professor of Hispanic Studies at Pepperdine University, Carlsen, B.A. ’03, M.A. ’05, reflects on how her Baylor Honors College experience launched a lifelong journey of scholarship and leadership.

Lila Carlsen Carries Honors College Experience into Higher Education Leadership by Emily Clark August 28, 2026 Lila McDowell Carlsen, B.A. ’03, M.A. ’05, has built a career in higher education as a professor, scholar and administrator. Now vice provost and professor of Hispanic Studies at Pepper...