Center for Global Engagement
Bringing the World to Baylor. Sending Baylor to the World.
The Center for Global Engagement seeks to coordinate and facilitate the efforts of individuals and groups throughout the campus to transform the world through international travel, research, and study, through the development of greater cultural competency and understanding, and through support for an increasingly diverse campus community.
Explore the world and gain invaluable opportunities to grow professionally and personally by immersing in different world cultures.
The International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) Office provides guidance and support to those at Baylor who have an F-1 visa or J-1 visa, helping them with their initial transition to Baylor and their connection to the Baylor experience.
Global Baylor recognizes that students who are both academically and cross-culturally prepared should be able to adapt and succeed in a diverse and multicultural world.
Our mission is to create meaningful and sustainable partnerships with institutions around the world. We aim to provide our students, faculty, and staff with opportunities for academic exchange, research collaboration, cultural immersion, and international engagement that enrich their educational journey and contribute to global solutions.
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Hispanic Heritage Month is an annual celebration in the United States that honors the histories, cultures, contributions, and enduring impact of Hispanic and Latino/a/e communities. This month recognizes the influence of individuals whose heritage traces to Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, Central America, and South America, and celebrates the vibrancy, resilience, and richness of these diverse cultures.
Nationally observed from September 15 to October 15, Hispanic Heritage Month begins on September 15 to coincide with the independence anniversaries of several Latin American countries, including Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua, with additional independence celebrations in Mexico and Chile later in the month.
At Baylor University, Hispanic Heritage Month provides an opportunity for the campus community to celebrate cultural traditions, deepen understanding, and honor the lived experiences and leadership of Hispanic and Latino/a/e individuals. Through collaborative programming, educational initiatives, and community gatherings, the celebration seeks to foster meaningful dialogue and create space for connection across cultures. This intentional engagement reflects a commitment to honoring identity, building community, and recognizing the dynamic contributions of Hispanic communities both locally and globally.
The events are open to all and we encourage you to attend as many as you can. To learn how to participate, click HERE.