How Baylor has changed over the past year to address sexual assault

About a year ago, we wrote about what it means to be BaylorProud, even in disappointment. How could we be proud of a university that had fallen so far short of the standards it sets for itself? The answer: by refocusing on our mission: “to educate men and women for worldwide leadership and service by integrating academic excellence and Christian commitment within a caring community.”

Part of Baylor’s commitment has always been about caring for others. In light of what happened in the past, it’s important that, in moving forward, the university focus on doing everything possible to prevent, respond to and support those who encounter sexual violence while a part of our campus community.

That’s exactly what university leadership has done. Here are just some of the changes Baylor has made to better serve and take care of students (you can read more details here):

[READ MORE on Baylor’s commitment, response and progress regarding preventing, responding to and supporting students who have been affected by sexual violence.]

It’s incredible to see how much has changed at Baylor in such a short time. The commitment to improving our systems, processes and support structures has run across the entire university, as faculty, staff, students and administrators have come together to make our school what it should be. And that is truly something about which we can all be proud.

Sic ’em, Bears!