On the Baylor Horizon...a publication of the Division of Student Life

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1 On the Baylor Horizon...a publication of the Division of Student Life Love the Run You re With 5K Registration You may register online at by clicking on the Love the Run You re With link under upcoming events, or stop by the Wellness Office located at the McLane Student Life Center, Room 207. The 5K race, hosted by the Department of Wellness, will be held on Friday, February 12, 5:30 p.m. The race will start and finish at the Baylor Sciences Building fountain. The cost of $5 includes a t-shirt. For additional information, contact Sarah_Madsen@baylor.edu. Nominations for the 2016 Light Your World Award Each year, the men of Phi Kappa Chi hold their Light Your World Banquet. This event is an effort to meet with professors and faculty outside the classroom and honor them for the impact and difference they have made in students lives academically, personally, professionally, and spiritually. All Baylor students have the opportunity to nominate a professor to receive the award. The selected professor and the student who nominated them will be guests of honor at the banquet on Wednesday, April 6, where the award will be presented. Visit for a short questionnaire where you will give the professor/faculty member s name and a short explanation of why he/she deserve the award. Nominations are due on Wednesday, March 5, by 5 p.m. For additional information, contact Joshua_Malzahn@baylor.edu. Register for Bearathon Half-Marathon and 5K For additional information or to register, visit The 14th annual Bearathon Half-Marathon and 5K, presented by Student Foundation, will be held on Saturday, March 19. This year the race will start and finish at McLane Stadium. The Toughest Half in Texas begins at 7 a.m., and the 5K Run begins at 7:20 a.m. Proceeds will go towards scholarships for Baylor students. Registration is open until Thursday, March 17, at 5 p.m. Early registration ends Saturday, February 20. Movie Mondays at the Hippodrome Join for a screening of the In Plain Sight Documentary on Monday, February 8, 7 p.m. at the Waco Hippodrome. Free tickets for entry are available at For additional information and future screenings, visit or contact student_union@baylor.edu. Baylor School of Music: Symphonic Band Monday, February 8, 7:30 p.m. in the Jones Concert Hall. The conductor will be Isaiah Odajima. For additional information, visit or call Vertical Ministries Revelation: How a Look at the End Can Change the Beginning of 2016 Every Monday, 9 p.m. in the Baylor Club Ballroom of the McLane Stadium. Join for a time of passionate worship and teaching from the Bible. Anyone is welcome. For additional information, visit or contact verticalstudentorg@gmail.com. Alpha Kappa Psi Spring Rush Dates

2 Alpha Kappa Psi is a co-ed professional business fraternity open to all majors consisting of freshmen, sophomores, juniors, and seniors. Activities include professional speakers, field trips, service projects for Baylor and the community; and social functions such as formals and tailgating. Tuesday, February 9: Information Session and Speed Friending Mixer, 5 p.m. in the Cowden Room of the SUB. Professional dress is required. Thursday, February 11: Dodge Ball, 8 p.m. in Marrs McLean Gym For additional information, contact baylorakpsi@gmail.com. Office of Career and Professional Development Events Tuesday, February 9: Workshop: College, then Life: What Are You Going to do With Each?, 6-7 p.m. in Draper, Room 253. The presenter will be Dan Moore, President of Southwestern Advantage. Friday, February 12, and Wednesday, February 17: Mock Interviews with College Recruiters. A mock interview is one of the very best practices to prepare for an actual employment interview and a way you can improve the way you present yourself. These 30-minute interviews are meant to be as realistic as possible. You will be asked interview questions that would be asked by actual employers. You will need to upload a resume into your HireABear account prior to signing up for a mock interview. For additional information, visit On-Campus Interviews: College recruiters will be on campus this spring semester from January to April to interview Baylor students for full-time positions and internships in their organizations. You may sign up for interviews in your HireABear account. Walk-in Assistance for Resume Review Sid Richardson Building, Room 132 Monday, 1:30-3 p.m. Tuesday, 2-3:30 p.m. Wednesday to Friday, 10-11:30 a.m. The Department of Multicultural Affairs Presents: Rooted 2016 Black History Month Events: Tuesday, February 9: Cross Cultural Initiatives Dinner and Discussion in partnership with Spiritual Formation, 6 p.m. in the Bobo Spiritual Life Center. Event will feature Ethiopian Eritrean Student Association. Wednesday, February 10: JaZZ N StanZas in partnership with Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, 7:20 p.m. in the SUB Den. Food will be provided. Proceeds will go to Waco Family Abuse Center. Thursday, February 11: Black Faculty/Staff/Student Mixer with Baylor NAACP, 7 p.m. at the Poage Library. Refreshments will be provided. Saturday, February 13: Gospel Fest featuring Dr. Michael McFrazier in partnership with Heavenly Voices, 7 p.m. at Carver Park Baptist Church. You may pre-order your ticket online at Tickets are $7 ($10 after Sunday, January 31). Children 10 and under are free. Join as we come together with various colleges across Texas to celebrate and minister. These events are in conjunction with NAACP, Freshmen Action Team, Heavenly Voices, Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Phi Iota Alpha Fraternity, Coalition of Black Ambassadors, Association of Black Students, and African Student Association. For additional information on any of these events, contact Sierra_Valdivia@baylor.edu. Indian Subcontinent Student Association Events

3 Tuesday, February 9: First Meeting, 8 p.m. in Morrison, Room 100. Meetings occur every other Tuesday. Come learn more about the Indian culture and events ISSA will have this semester. Friday, February 12: Valentine s Day Social, 7 p.m. in the North Village Community Center. There will be free food. A date will be provided. For additional information, contact Aaminah_Saifuddin@baylor.edu. Hope Peace Love Week Wednesday, February 10: Baylor Students Speak: Stories of Mental Health at Baylor, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. on the 1st floor of the SUB Inside Out Movie Showing with popcorn and prizes, 12 noon at the SUB Den Virtual Hope Box, 1-3 p.m. in Moody Library Finding Hope in the Midst of Grief, 2:30 p.m. in Truett, Room 107 Finding Mr. Right, 6:30 p.m. in Collins Lounge Thursday, February 11: Mindfulness Meditation for Psychological Well-Being and Academic Success, 10 a.m. in the Baylor Sciences Building, Room E234 Finding Peace: An Exploration of Sexual Minorities and Mental Health, 12 noon in the Bobo Spiritual Life Center Understanding Anxiety: The #1 College Student Mental Health Concern, 3:30 p.m. in the Baylor Sciences Building, Room E234 Peace, Love, Yoga, 3:30 p.m. in Russell Gym Friday, February 12: Love Day Carnival, 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. in the Baylor Sciences Building Atrium. There will be crafts, coloring, candy, games, prizes, speed relating, food trucks, and more. Wellness Department s Love the Run You re With 5K, 5:30 p.m. in the Baylor Sciences Building. (Registration table at Love Day Carnival). All events are free and open to the Baylor community. For additional information, contact Emma_Wood@baylor.edu. Study Abroad Information Sessions Both sessions will be held in Poage Library, Room 201B, 4-5 p.m. Wednesday, February 10: St Andrews Program Thursday, February 11: Maastricht Summer Program For additional information, contact Lexi_English@baylor.edu. Sigma Iota Alpha (SIA) Informational Thursday, February 11, 7 p.m. in the White Room of the SUB. SIA is a Latina based, but not Latina, exclusive sorority. SIA focuses on women empowerment, leadership, academics, cultural awareness, and sisterhood. For additional information, contact Teresa_Garcia1@baylor.edu. Baylor Dining Announcement Between studying for classes and extracurricular activities, did you leave room on your plate for fun? Baylor Dining provides monthly events and special foods to brighten your day. See what exciting events are going on this month at Stewardship Tip from Baylor Sustainability

4 With winter still upon us, try turning down your heat at night. Not only will this save you a little money on your next utility bill, but cooler temperatures are optimal for sleeping. For additional information, contact Smith_Getterman@baylor.edu. My HEALTH My HEALTH is your online portal for access to the Health Center. Go to and click on MY HEALTH in the upper right corner. Log in using your Bear ID (firstname_lastname) to make appointments, receive secure messages, print immunization records, and sign up to receive a reminder text message one hour before your next appointment. Give it a try today. Monday Healthy Tip from Monday Campaigns This week, remember moderate-intensity walking offers many of the same health benefits as running! d0d8668- HM_Newsletter_2_111_20_2015&utm_medium= &utm_term=0_b96fa14bc8-09ad0d Hot Opportunities Omicron Delta Kappa National Leadership Honor Society Applications Applications are available online at Membership is open to full-time juniors and seniors with a minimum 3.2 GPA and graduate students with a minimum 3.5 GPA, with demonstrated leadership in one or more of the following areas: Social, service, or religious activities; campus government; journalism, speech, and the mass media; creative and performing arts; and athletics. Applications are due Thursday, February 18. The lifetime membership of $105 (which includes certificate, pin, and graduation honor cord) is due upon acceptance into ODK. For additional information, visit or contact Andrew_Kim@baylor.edu. Baylor Religious Hour Choir Applications The Baylor Religious Hour Choir (BRH) is seeking a new student director for the academic year. They are now accepting resumes and cover letters. Materials should be submitted to Mia_Bautista@baylor.edu. SUPPORT BAYLOR ATHLETICS Softball vs. McNeese State Friday, February 12, 6:30 p.m.; Saturday, February 13, 2 p.m.; and Sunday, February 14, 1 p.m., Getterman Stadium Equestrian vs. TCU Saturday, February 13, 1 p.m., Willis Equestrian Center

5 Men s Basketball vs. Texas Tech Saturday, February 13, 7 p.m., Ferrell Center For additional information on gameday for students, including Baylor student tickets, visit Keep up with the Bears online at BaylorBears.com and follow on social for the latest news and information. Sic em Bears! If you have items you would like to see appear in On the Baylor Horizon, submit them for consideration by Wednesday at 8 a.m. to StudentLife@baylor.edu. You can find the most up-to-date calendar information at View past issues of On the Baylor Horizon at

EVENTS NEW MEXICO JUNIOR COLLEGE

EVENTS NEW MEXICO JUNIOR COLLEGE Athletic calendar is available at nmjcthunderbirds.com. Home athletic events are listed below. Monday Feb 19 Tuesday Feb 20 10am Tuesday Feb 20 Thru Feb 26 Wednesday Feb