Linda A. Livingstone, Ph.D.
Dr. Livingstone is a strong voice for the role of faith-based institutions in American higher education. She is a scholar and extensively published author in the areas of organizational behavior, leadership and creativity. Dr. Livingstone has set the University on a course that integrates academic, teaching and research excellence with an uncompromising Christian identity and positions the University to have a transformative impact on our students, on higher education and the world.
Conversations hosted by President Linda A. Livingstone, Ph.D., examine issues of importance to the campus community and beyond. From panel discussions and dialogues to roundtable sessions, these events address challenges and opportunities facing higher education and American civic life.
The plan, developed through a campuswide strategic planning process launched in July 2023, sought answers for the question: “What does the world need Baylor for?” Thousands of faculty, staff, students, alumni and others participated in the process through listening sessions, interviews, online submissions and the development of white papers.
The Extend the Line Scholarship Initiative will strengthen affordability efforts by securing funds to address student needs. Donors can support Extend the Line in multiple ways, including giving to existing general scholarship funds across the University, establishing new named single-year or multi-year expendable funds or even endowing funds that cover full-tuition scholarships.
From the President
MoreWhat a wonderful Homecoming celebration we experienced over the weekend alongside our students, alumni, parents and friends. Everything we love about Baylor – the Christian hospitality, traditions, pageantry and, of course, winning a football game – was on full display as we enjoyed the cool, fall weather together. Like all of you, I believe such experiences are worth not only preserving, but also enhancing for future generations of the Baylor Family.
What an awesome time the First Gent and I had welcoming students to “Dinner with the Livingstones” on Tuesday evening at Allbritton House! It is certainly one of our favorite parts of Baylor Homecoming 2026 … so far.
This year’s #BaylorHomecoming promises to offer something for everyone, from first-year students to alumni who graduated from Baylor 50-plus years ago. The week-long schedule of activities again kicks off with a worship service presented by Vertical ministries on Monday night, and then the First Gent and I will host thousands of students at the Allbritton House, where we live, on Tuesday at 6 p.m. for a fun-filled and free “Dinner with the Livingstones.” We will line up the local food trucks – some owned by Baylor grads – and together enjoy an evening of fall fellowship with “family photos” on the front porch.
This Saturday the entire Baylor campus will host more than 5,500 prospective students and families during Fall Premiere, likely surpassing our total from last fall as one of the largest turnouts to date. This is an incredibly important day for guests to explore our award-winning campus, understand our Christian mission, learn about our nationally ranked undergraduate student experience and interact with our outstanding Baylor faculty.
As I read the headlines and the heartbreaking accounts from Cornell University and was asked about this on several occasions this week at a national conference of business leaders, I am reminded of Baylor University’s own history and the importance of remaining vigilant in our commitment to confront and eliminate sex-based misconduct and interpersonal violence in our campus community.
The Revivalry is back on our home turf this weekend! When Baylor Football takes on TCU at 6 p.m. Saturday at McLane Stadium, it will be the 122nd edition of the most-played rivalry game in the state of Texas. Our Bears are riding a four-game winning streak, and there will be lots to do and experience for fans of all ages. Let’s Blackout the Brazos and enjoy some fall football weather!
Tomorrow is Baylor’s Fall Break, and it is always a much-needed pause in the semester for students as the focus turns to midterms, which are right around the corner. Students, I pray you get the rest you need for your mind, body and spirit over the next few days.
October is Christian Higher Education Month, and as a Research 1 university with nearly 20,000 undergraduate and graduate students, Baylor is distinct among our faith-based peers. However, like so many other institutions, our mission is built on preparing men and women to lead and serve.