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BeSmart when connecting to a public Wi-Fi network, use a known VPN whenever possible so that the data you send and receive across the network is encrypted.

Family Spaces in Moody Memorial Library

The Moody Library Parent/Lactation rooms and the Family Study Space provide bookable spaces where parents and caregivers can go to work, research, and study in the library with their children.

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Visit systemstatus.baylor.edu for 24/7 real-time updates on the status of technology systems at Baylor.

Brewed in the Birthplace of Baylor

Try the Baylor Signature Line from the Independence Coffee Company - roasted in Baylor's original home in Independence, Texas! Proceeds from the sale of these unique coffee blends go to the Baylor Libraries.

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(ends Dec 15, 2023)

Spring 2024 Wintermester begins

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Spring 2024 Wintermester

(ends Jan 13, 2024)

New Year's Day Holiday (Monday); Wintermester

Last class day/final examinations for Spring 2024 Wintermester

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Dr. Bethany McLemore Stewart Appointed as Music Librarian

Dr. Bethany McLemore Stewart has been selected as the Music Liason Librarian for the Baylor Libraries. She will transition from her current position with the Oral History Association on January 3, 2023.

Baylor Libraries Welcome New Electronic Resources and Serials Librarian

On Friday, December 1, Laura Morrell will join the Baylor Libraries as their new Electronic Resources and Serials Librarian.

With BUIOH Support, St. Mary’s University (TX) Instructor Finds “Voice in the Whirlwind”

Project explores Waco community memory, associations around brutal 1916 lynching and 1953 tornado

Baylor Faculty & Staff Granted Access to Preview Microsoft’s Bing Chat

Baylor University Information Technology Services invites all faculty and staff to explore the new Bing Chat Enterprise service, which is powered by Microsoft and most easily accessible using Microsoft’s Edge web browser.