DEEP DIVIDES: Are women suited for politics? Sep 18, 2008
Are women suited for politics. Americans are deeply divided - USATODAY.com. (USA Today)
J&J psoriasis drug beats top-seller Enbrel in trial Sep 18, 2008
I would anticipate, because of its robust clinical data and ease of administration, that once released, (ustekinumab) will certainly be a first-line drug for psoriasis, said Dr. Alan Menter, a Baylor University dermatologist who helped lead the study. Favorable results from the three-month trial of ustekinumab, which has been awaiting U.S. and European approval since late 2007, were seen among 903 patients with moderate to severe forms of the skin condition. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Business)
Best Ways To Avoid The Office Bug Sep 15, 2008
Most organisms are more easily transmitted through hand contact than sneezes, says Dr. Bill Sutker, medical director of infectious diseases at Baylor University Medical Center at Dallas. Once we come into contact with a virus, all we have to do is rub our noses, scratch the area around our eyes or touch our mouths and we're in trouble. (Forbes)
Athletic Hall of Fame Selects 2008 Class Sep 15, 2008
Baylor University Bears - Official Athletic Site ... Six individuals--Marty Crawford (baseball), Ray Crockett (football), Sally Geis (women's track and field), (men's tennis head coach), Roy Lee Smalley (men's track and field) and Tom Stanton (men's basketball, baseball and athletics director), comprise the Baylor University Athletic Hall of Fame's Class of 2008 and will participate in on-campus enshrinement activities Friday, Nov. 7. (Baylorbears.com)
Ortiz: 'I've been blessed' Sep 14, 2008
Ortiz would go on to graduate with a business management degree from Baylor University, followed by a life-changing move to Athens in 1986, where he'd embark on a musical career filled with thousands of more gigs for far more money. But the lessons he learned on the stage that first time are still meaningful after nearly 20 years playing drums for Widespread Panic, which will be inducted into the Georgia Hall of Fame on Saturday. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Looking ahead for college bound high schoolers Sep 14, 2008
Some of the Texas schools are Baylor University, Kilgore College, Rice University, and the University of Houston. They will also have Dartmouth, MIT, and Harvard. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
How to talk to your doctor about God Sep 13, 2008
"Get that out in the open," advised Dr. Robert Fine, an internist and head of clinical ethics and palliative care at Baylor University Medical Center in Dallas, Texas. Confusion may ensue if you don't, he explains. (CNN -- Health)
Hurricane Threat Moves WSU Game To Friday Sep 12, 2008
The threat of Hurricane Ike has changed this weeks Washington State University matchup against Baylor University in Texas. The Cougars were scheduled to play Baylor down in Waco, Texas on Saturday, but officials have announced the game will now be Friday at 5:30 p.m. PST.. (KIRO TV, WA)
Baylor Monitors Weather Situation Sep 12, 2008
(September 11, 2008)-- Baylor University officials were closely monitoring developments Thursday evening as Hurricane Ike approached the Texas Gulf Coast, but say they have no plans at this point to close the university, although Baylors football game with Washington State was moved from Saturday morning to 7:30 p.m. Friday because of the approaching storm. The university is advising students to park vehicles in parking garages over the weekend and to avoid areas of the campus that are prone... (KWTX.com, TX)
The Top 50 Schools That Get Down to Business Sep 10, 2008
Baylor University 13. University of North Dakota 14. (PR Newswire)
Flashback: Oct. 7, 1967 - Baylor 10, Washington State 7 Sep 10, 2008
Baylor University Bears - Official Athletic Site ... On Oct. 7, 1967, the campus of Baylor University was bustling with parents eager to learn about their children's school. (Baylorbears.com)
Baylor Subject of Week Long 'InFocus' Series Sep 9, 2008
Baylor University Bears - Official Athletic Site ... Baylor University will be "In Focus" with a different student-athlete featured each day Monday - Friday in a combination of video "On the Spot" segments and written reports. (Baylorbears.com)
Baylor Dominates Northwestern State; 51-6 Sep 8, 2008
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Brenham ISD honors distinguished alumni Sep 7, 2008
After attending Baylor University and the University of Texas, Picone worked for many years in the savings and loan industry. Picone has shared his musical talents with both the Maifest Association and St. Peter s Episcopal church for many years, and has been honored by or served with at least a dozen more organizations and clubs. (Brenham Banner, TX)
Buc baseball players named all-stars Sep 6, 2008
Four members of the Blinn College baseball team have been selected for the Texas-New Mexico Junior College all-star game Sept. 26 at Baylor University in Waco. Catcher/outfielder Mario Eramo, a sophomore from Langham Creek; Zak Leonhardt, a sophomore third baseman/first baseman from Langham Creek; Trey Johnson, a sophomore center fielder/pitcher from Tyler Lee; and Zach Hardoin, a sophomore left-hander from Klein Collins were named to the Texas all-star team. (Brenham Banner, TX)
Alliance symposium explores family business issues Sep 3, 2008
Schoen grew up in a family business in Albuquerque and teaches in a family business program at Baylor University and and May is a clinical psychologist with experience counseling family members in working with one another. Her family once owned a laundry and dry cleaning company at Lomas and Broadway in Albuquerque across the street from the business owned by Schoen s family. (New Mexico Business Weekly, NM)
Across the area Sep 1, 2008
The Rev. Lochridge holds degrees from Baylor University and the Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. Traffic Update. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Soccer Blanks Blue Hose, 3-0 Sep 1, 2008
Baylor University Bears - Official Athletic Site ... Head coach collected her first career win at Baylor University. (Baylorbears.com)
Wedding Announcement Aug 31, 2008
She is a graduate of the Hankamer School of Business of Baylor University with a Bachelor of Business Administration in Management and International Business ... He is also a graduate of the Hankamer School of Business of Baylor University with a Bachelor of Business Administration in Professional Sales and Entrepreneurship. (Conroe Courier, TX)
'Cats Prepare for '08-'09 with Summer Competition Aug 30, 2008
Nicolet) reached the third round of the Milwaukee Futures qualifying draw and beat former top-five player in the country and current starter for Baylor University, Jordan Rux, 6-2 6-2. -Incoming freshman (Reinbeck, Germany/Sachsenwaldschule Reinbeck) gained plenty of experience in his home nation and nearly took down former four-time All American and top-400 ranked ATP player Alex Hartman (University of Mississippi '03) (lost 1-6, 7-5, 6-4). (Nusports.com)
NPP USA Inc. Congratulatory Message Aug 30, 2008
His connection with NPP USA dates back to his early professional years when he taught economics at Baylor University. He distinguished himself as a scholar and researcher before responding to a call to duty at the Bank of Ghana. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
It's Game Time Aug 28, 2008
The Bears have worked all spring and summer to prepare for this fall and now the No. 23 Wake Forest Demon Deacons are in Waco, Texas for the beginning of the Art Briles Era at Baylor University. As with every season and every school and every fanbase there is much anticipation surrounding the beginning of another fall between the lines. (Baylor Sports -- Rivals.com)
CDC: Too Few Adults Being Vaccinated Aug 28, 2008
Theres always been an emphasis in pediatrics on prevention, and immunizations are a big part of that, but adult medicine has not caught up, says William Sutker, M.D., infectious disease specialist on the medical staff at Baylor University Medical Center at Dallas. A study by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) found that less than five percent of American adults are up-to-date on all of their immunizations. (Newsmax)
Nuts Don't Increase Risk of Diverticulitis Aug 27, 2008
Schiller is program director of the gastrointerology fellowship program at the Baylor University Medical Center in Dallas. Many doctors recommend that patients with diverticular disease eat a high-fiber diet; nuts, corn and popcorn are high-fiber foods. (CBS News)
Bulldogs Prepare for 2008-09 Equestrian Season Aug 27, 2008
Once again, the Varsity Equestrian National Championships will be hosted by Baylor University in Waco, Texas, April 16-19, 2009. The Dogs are coming off a season that saw both the English and Western teams advance to the Varsity Equestrian National Championships and be ranked in the Top 10 in the nation. (Gobulldogs.com)
Philadelphia museum seeks chemical attraction Aug 26, 2008
Molecules that Matter opened Aug. 18 and will travel in 2009 to the College of Wooster, in Ohio; Baylor University, in Texas; and Grinnell College, in Iowa. The foundation is aiming to change its temporary exhibits two to four times a year, curator Erin McLeary said. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
After Fits and Starts, New Hope for Psoriasis Patients Aug 26, 2008
Psoriasis sufferers also have higher rates of cardiovascular disease and other systemic health problems, said Dr. Jennifer Cather, a Dallas dermatologist and a member of the Baylor University Medical Center's Division of Dermatology. "Often patients think psoriasis is just a rash, [but] it is a systemic inflammatory disease with far-reaching affects," Cather said. (MEDLINEplus)
Billy Gene Arnold (13) Aug 24, 2008
I know that he was loved and a joy to be with. I'm so sorry for your loss. (Brownwood Bulletin, TX)
Appel, Bockhorn, O’Malley are Hall of Fame inductees Aug 24, 2008
The Brenham High School Football Hall of Honor this year will enshrine three former players, including a blocking back from the undefeated 1942 team, a standout two-way performer from the Cubs regional finalist team of 1957 and a linebacker from 1969-70 who went on to star for Blinn College and Baylor University. The induction will be at a luncheon slated for 11:30 a.m. Oct. 17 at the Washington County Events Center at the fairgrounds. (Brenham Banner, TX)
LeTourneau ranks high in university report Aug 23, 2008
Baylor University and Texas Christian University also made that list. Vote for this story. (News-Journal.com)
Rice ranked among nations Top 25 universities Aug 23, 2008
Among other Texas universities and colleges, The University of Texas at Austin ranked No. 47 on the list, followed by Texas A&M University in College Station at No. 64; Southern Methodist University in Dallas at No. 66; Baylor University in Waco at No. 76; and Texas Christian University in Fort Worth at No. 113. Rice continues to be the most affordable of the 22 private universities in the Top 25 listing, with tuition and fees of $28,996, according to the report. (Houston Business Journal, TX)
On a mission to Moldova Aug 23, 2008
Each morning the team started the day by singing with the kids. The language barrier didn t prevent the children from enjoying the songs especially those that had motions. (Odessa American, TX)
Fall Registration is underway at area community colleges Aug 22, 2008
Other partner institutions include: Austin College, Baylor University, Southern Methodist University, Texas Aersity, Texas Aersity-Commerce, Texas Tech University, Texas Woman s University, The University of Texas at Dallas, the University of North Texas. For more information about Collin College s Transfer U at 972. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
No Immediate Surgery For Ian Kinsler Aug 20, 2008
Kinsler was examined by Doctor John Preskitt at Baylor University Medical Center in Dallas. Kinsler says the doctor told him there was probably no torn muscle in the left side of his groin area. (KWTX.com, TX)
Baylor Freshmen Move-In Day Aug 20, 2008
Baylor University expects to welcome its second-largest freshman class in university history. An anticipated 3,000+ first-year students will begin their move into campus residence halls on Wednesday and Thursday. (KWTX.com, TX)
Rangers' Kinsler might avoid surgery Aug 20, 2008
Earlier Tuesday, Kinsler visited Dr. John Preskitt at Baylor University Medical Center in Dallas. Preskitt didn't detect any tear in Kinsler's abdominal wall and wanted to give him a couple weeks to see how the injury heals. (MLB.com -- Texas Rangers)
Olympian of the Week Aug 19, 2008
Wariner has been a breakout star since his days at Baylor University, where he decided to give up football for a career on the oval. When he's not on the track, he can be found fishing, fiddling with his car or hanging out with his dogs. (Fox News)
Supernatural science: Why we want to believe Aug 19, 2008
"Christians and New Agers, paranormalists, etc. all have one thing in common: a spiritual orientation to the world," said sociology Professor Carson Mencken of Baylor University. A tale last week by three men who said they have remains of Bigfoot in a freezer was reported by many Web sites as anywhere from final proof of the creature to at least a very compelling case to keep the fantasy ball rolling and cash registers ringing for Bigfoot trinkets and tourism (all three men involved make money... (MSNBC -- Environment)
Wall still weighing options Aug 19, 2008
Advertisements Tim Stevens, Staff Writer John Wall, the 6-foot-3 star point guard for the Raleigh Word of God basketball team, said lots of people have congratulated him on making his college decision after Baylor University hired his summer-team coach. The problem is that Wall -- whom Rivals. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Coppell ISD Administrative Changes for 2008-09 Aug 19, 2008
An elementary education major with a minor in sociology, Smartt received her bachelor s degree from Baylor University, her master s degree in elementary education from the University of North Texas, and her Mid-Management Certification from Texas A merce. Also in CISD, Kristi Mikkelsen, former principal of Lee Elementary, was named principal of Pinkerton Elementary. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Americans' one-lap rivalry promises to go down to the line Aug 18, 2008
He went to Johnson's old school, Baylor University in Waco, he was coached by Johnson's career-long mentor, the formidable Clyde Hart, and he did not appear to have a threatening rival. His one challenge appeared to be the benchmark Johnson had set when he ran a world record 43. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Da Rocha Please Leave The NPP Dream Team ... Aug 18, 2008
He is expected to add to the ticket his youthful exuberance, tempered with a background of rich experience which saw him rising from the position of Assistant Professor of Economics at Hankamer School of Business, Baylor University in the United States to that of Deputy Governor at Bank of Ghana, The sound economic-oriented economic policies which Dr Bawumia and the Central Bank of Ghana pursued with vigour and determination led to the reduction of inflation from 40% in 2000 to 10% by 207 while... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Taylor planning to transfer to Baylor Aug 16, 2008
Former Penn State defensive tackle Phil Taylor is planning to transfer to Baylor University, according to the Waco Tribune-Herald. Taylor was dismissed from the Penn State football team two weeks ago by Joe Paterno. (Daily Collegian, PA)
CV of Mahamudu Bawumia Aug 16, 2008
He is also Chairman, Capital Market Committee- Ghana Other details are: 2001-2006 Head, Monetary Policy and Financial Stability Department, Bank of Ghana/ Special Assistant to the Governor 2000-2001 Senior Economist and Head of Economic Analysis, Bank of Ghana Research Department 1996-2000 Assistant Professor of Economics, Hankamer School of Business, Baylor University, Texas, USA 1994- Economist, International Monetary Fund, Washington D.C. Research Department ... Emile Woolf College of... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Who is Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia? Aug 16, 2008
He also served as an economist at the Research Department of the International Monetary Fund in Washington, DC, USA. Between 1996 and 2000, Dr. Bawumia served as an Assistant Professor of Economics at Hankamer School of Business, Baylor University, Texas, USA, where he also received the Young Researcher Award in 1998. As a result of Dr. Bawumias commitment to excellence in teaching, he made the list of "Who is Who Among Americas Teachers' in 1999. Dr. Bawumia returned to Ghana in 2000 to... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Aztec Football's Russell Allen Named To 2008 Butkus Award Watch List Aug 15, 2008
46, San Diego State Darry Beckwith #11, Louisiana State University Tray Blackman #10, Auburn Will Bonilla #27, SMU Caleb Bostic #44, Miami, OH Jasper Brinkley #52, South Carolina Derrick Burrell #19, Kent State Reggie Carter #51, U.C.L.A. Jonathan Casillas #2, Wisconsin Jamar Chaney #22, Mississippi State University Scotty Cooper #44, Clemson University Maurice Crum #40, Notre Dame Rennie Curran #35, Georgia Aaron Curry #59, Wake Forest Brian Cushing #10, U.S.C. Dannell Ellerbe #33, Georgia Zack... (Goaztecs.com)
Bagley sets Council run Aug 14, 2008
Bagley, who works at Phillips Community College, holds a master of arts degree in political science from Baylor University and a bachelor of arts degree in political science and history from Ouachita Baptist University. He has completed additional graduate work from Louisiana State University and Harding University. (DeWitt Era-Enterprise, AR)
'Bubble' spaceship of the future could fly faster than light Aug 14, 2008
"Think of it like a surfer riding a wave," said , a physicist at Baylor University. "The ship would be pushed by the spatial bubble and the bubble would be traveling faster than the speed of light.". (USA Today -- Tech)
COMPLETE LIST: Is there a stroke center near you? Aug 12, 2008
Baylor University Medical Center (BUMC). Dallas. (USA Today -- News)
13 dead as church bus crashes between Houston and Dallas Aug 8, 2008
Spokeswomen at Baylor University Medical Center at Dallas, Methodist Dallas Medical Center and the Medical Center of Southeastern Oklahoma in Durant, Okla. said their hospitals each received two patients from the crash. (WWLTV.com, LA)
Charter Bus Crashes In Texas Aug 8, 2008
The conditions of two women who were taken to Baylor University Medical Center at Dallas were being evaluated, a spokeswoman said. A man and a woman were in critical condition at Methodist Dallas Medical Center, a hospital spokeswoman said. (Q13.com, WA)
Holocaust victim ID theft Aug 7, 2008
The indictment further alleges that Leighnor's used fraudulent mailings in connection with his scheme to obtain information from a number of different organizations, including the Bundesverwaltungsamt (translated as "Federal Office of Administration") in Germany; the Consulate General of the Federal Republic of Germany in Chicago, Illinois; the Dienst Persoonsgegevens (translated as "Privacy Service") in Amsterdam; Baylor University, Office of the Registrar, in Waco, Texas; the General Register... (WTVR.com, VA)
Men's Basketball To Play Baylor In The First Round Of The A... Aug 6, 2008
The Providence College men's basketball team will play the first of its three games of the Classic versus Baylor University at 11:30 p.m. EST on ESPN 2 on Thursday, November 27. All games at the Classic will be played at the Anaheim Convention Center in Anaheim, Calif. (Friars.com)
A tentative sign that Lilly diabetes drug may extend lives Aug 5, 2008
"My suspicion is that when you look at the determinants of mortality, which were weight gain and hypoglycemia in that study, Byetta would be the anti-mortality drug, because it's associated with weight loss and less hypoglycemia," said Dr. Alan Garber, an endocrinologist and professor of medicine at Baylor University. In addition, animal trials offer some evidence that Byetta may directly benefit the heart, Dr. Malone said. (International Herald Tribune -- Health)
Baylor jumps to top of Wall's list Aug 3, 2008
Advertisements Tim Stevens, Staff Writer Baylor University moved into the leadership position in the recruitment of Raleigh Word of God basketball point guard Jonathan Wall last week. Dwon Clifton, the coach of the Greensboro-based D-One Sports club basketball team, was named Baylor's director of player development on Thursday. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Kevin ArmstrongINSIDE COLLEGE BASKETBALL Aug 3, 2008
On Thursday, Dwon -- who coached D-One to the Reebok Create-N-Finish Cup final in Las Vegas last week -- officially parlayed his coaching success into a job with Baylor University as the director of player development. "It's a loss for our program," said Clifton's brother, Brian, the 33-year-old D-One Sports founder. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Wall to Baylor? Aug 2, 2008
Wall's travel team coach - Dwon Clifton of D-One Sports - will officially be named Director of Player Development at Baylor University on Friday, according to multiple sources close to the situation. Wall is a 6-foot-4, 184-pound point guard out of Raleigh (N.C.) Word of God Christian Academy. (Baylor Sports -- Rivals.com)
Duck U students spread wings on field trips Jul 31, 2008
On June 25, Duck University students visited the Mayborn Museum on Baylor University Campus. The museum is a hands-on children s science and history discovery center. (Taylor Daily Press, TX)
Distinguished Brenham alumni selected Jul 31, 2008
Picone is a 1960 honor graduate of Brenham High He received his associate of arts degree from Blinn College in 1961, his bachelor of business administration degree from Baylor University in 1963 and graduated from the Texas Savings Executive School at the University of Texas in 1969. Picone was a member of the Blinn board of trustees for 18 years, serving as both chairman and secretary. (Brenham Banner, TX)
Two-Time Liver Transplant Survivor Wins Two Gold Medals Jul 31, 2008
Nearly a year later, doctors discovered a blood flow problem to his donor organ and Walter survived nine subsequent surgeries, critical infections and a second liver transplant on March 18, 2003, at Baylor University Medical Center in Dallas. The local resident endured an extensive and painful rehabilitation, working his way back to being able to complete triathlons. (Fredericksburg Standard Radio Post, TX)
Wide-ranging bill aims to rein in college costs Jul 31, 2008
Students walk across the campus of Baylor University in Waco, Texas. Congress is looking at ways to ease education costs. (USA Today -- News)
Newspaper mourns loss of veteran sports editor Jul 30, 2008
He earned 12 graduate credits in social work/psychology from Baylor University as part of his military training. He was stationed in Fort Knox, Kentucky from 1970-1971 as a Social Work/Psychology Specialist. (Shoreline Times, CT)
Waco Community Leaders Go Behind Bars For Charity Jul 30, 2008
More than 300 Waco business and community leaders, including those from Texas State Technical College, the Waco Tribune-Herald, Arrow Child Family Ministries, Baylor University, and other prominent Waco businesses, are charged with having a big heart. On the day of the Lock-Up, a volunteer posse will arrest the participants and escort them to the Express Employment Professionals jail at the Elite Circle Grille. (KWTX.com, TX)
Click for Full Story Jul 29, 2008
Today's Highlight in Local History:On July 29, 1994, economist Ray Perryman announced he was leaving Baylor University to join the staff of SMU, but said he would keep offices in Waco. Today's Highlight in History:Fifty years ago, on July 29, 1958, President Eisenhower signed the National Aeronautics and Space Act, which created NASA.. (KWTX.com, TX)
Roberts Gives His Pledge To Baylor Jul 28, 2008
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