Global Bears Week
Global Bears Week is Baylor's International Orientation, a program which provides information, activities, and opportunities for incoming international students to meet other new and current international students.
Spring 2027 Global Bears Week will take place from January 13-15, 2027. See below for the schedule.
Wednesday, January 13th
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Check-In, Sid Richardson Lobby
All new students are required to come to the Center for Global Engagement office in person during this time to check in. The check-in process will take approximately 30 minutes.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM Walmart Shopping Trip, Meet in Sid Richardson Lobby
This is an opportunity for students to go to Walmart to shop for any food, household items or other supplies you may need. Registration is REQUIRED - all students must sign-up ahead of time to have a spot on the Walmart Trip:
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM Welcome Dinner, Cashion Academic Building Lobby
This dinner is a chance to meet all of the International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) staff, as well as other new students. Dinner is provided for all new students and their families. Vegetarian options will be available.
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM Meet Your Ambassador Groups, Cashion Academic Building Lobby
All students are assigned to Ambassador groups, a small group led by the Global Ambassadors (current Baylor students). Here you can meet other students, exchange numbers, and ask any questions that you have so far.
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Thursday, January 14th
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM Breakfast with Ambassadors, Penland Dining Hall
Breakfast is provided for all new international students.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM International Resource Fair, Cashion Academic Building Lobby
Over 20 resources from on and off campus are at this event to provide you with resources and information, and answer any questions. Resources range from Baylor departments to community resources to various banks and phone companies.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM Campus Tours, Departing Cashion Academic Building Lobby
These ambassador led tours will highlight specific buildings and resources you may need. Bring some water and your course schedule to identify where your building and classes will be!
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM Graduate and Undergraduate Lunches
Graduate Student Lunch, Location TBD
Graduate students get the chance to listen to a panel of experts from the Graduate School including faculty, current students, and administrators on topics such as how to navigate the many responsibilities of being a graduate student.
Undergraduate Student Lunch, Sid Richardson 340
This session will provide undergraduate students with helpful tips and advice for entering the US classroom. Led by Debra Wainscott of the International Student and Academic Support office.
1:30 PM - 2:15 PM Campus Safety Reception, Sid Richardson Lobby
Meet and learn about the Baylor Police Department, Campus Safety Team, and other resources to keep you safe on campus.
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM J-1 Exchange Student Meeting, Sid Richardson 231
This meeting is REQUIRED for J-1 Exchange students only.
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM F-1 Maintaining Status Meeting, Sid Richardson 340
This meeting is REQUIRED FOR ALL F-1 STUDENTS and covers essential information regarding maintaining your visa status during your time at Baylor. If you do not attend this meeting you will have to make up this meeting during the first week of classes.
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM Dinner and Game Night, Cashion Academic Building Lobby
Enjoy dinner while getting to hang out and play games with Ambassadors and other new international students.
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Friday, January 15th
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM Breakfast with Ambassadors, Penland Dining Hall
Breakfast is provided for all new international students.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM Finance and Employment Workshops, Cashion 501
These workshops are essential for all students, specifically any students planning to work on campus at any point during their time at Baylor.
Understanding Baylor Finances - Baylor One Stop will be here to talk about paying your Baylor Bill, scholarships and more
Working on Campus - Student Employment will be here to talk about applying for jobs, filling out your I-9, and applying for Social Security. This workshop is important if you already have a job or are looking to get one.
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM Green and Gold Luncheon, Cashion 506
Our favorite Global Bears Week tradition! Come enjoy a formal meal, meet faculty and staff from around campus, and have a chance to meet and take photos with Baylor President, Dr. Linda Livingstone. Semi-formal or your culture’s traditional celebratory dress is encouraged.
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