Take a look below to see all upcoming events for Fall 2025!
The trips and events are open for any Baylor international student and scholar to attend as well as their family members and friends.
Refund Policy: If a fee is required for a trip or event and a student has paid that fee, no refunds will be granted after the registration deadline for that event. Students that cancel before the registration deadline must come to the ISSS office to obtain a refund.
Global Bears Week
New International Student Orientation. Come join the ISSS staff, Ambassador student leaders and your fellow new international students for fun, food and information at this multi-day orientation to learn more about Baylor.
Baylor Football Tailgate - Aug. 31
Take part in another American and Baylor tradition by attending Baylor football's first home game! Stop by McLane Stadium before the game for free food, fun and games!
Waco Discovery Day - Sept. 21
Take a tour of Waco with Baylor's own Waco Historian! Grab lunch at the Downtown Waco Farmer's Market and learn about the important places and people that make up Waco, Texas!
Heart of Texas Rodeo - Oct. 4
Get a taste of real Texas culture by attending Waco's own fair and rodeo! ISSS will provide transportation and tickets to this exciting event.
Homecoming Parade - Oct. 26
March in the Baylor homecoming parade and prepare to have fun as the entire Baylor family comes out to watch and cheer for you!
International Showcase - Nov. 12th
Join ISSS as we celebrate International Education Week, a nationwide initiative that Baylor participates in to help share knowledge about the world on US college campuses.
International Thanksgiving Dinner - Nov. 13th
All international students and their families are invited to attend this semi-formal event, featuring traditional Thanksgiving foods, along with a presentation by Baylor Round Table speakers explaining the origin of the Thanksgiving holiday.
International Graduation Reception - Dec. 18th
All graduates and their close families and friends are encouraged to attend this extent to celebrate the accomplishments of our international graduates.