From student to dean: Vallejo steps into new role at Temple Campus

Dr. Jesus Vallejo started his Baylor College of Medicine journey as a medical student 30 years ago. He will now serve the Temple Campus in a new role.

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Capping off 2025, Baylor hosts celebrations, remembrances, drives

As the year winds down, and before the work of 2026 comes alive, there’s a window of time where Baylor College of Medicine’s faculty, staff and students can join together and celebrate the year’s successes.

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Urology administrative assistant celebrates 45 years at Baylor

For 45 years, Elizabeth Barrick has called Houston home, and for most of that time, she has been a dedicated and valued member of the Baylor College of Medicine team.

Community

Maximize your holidaze with third annual BCM Family Holiday Cookbook

The third annual BCM Family Holiday Cookbook shines in its diversity of flavors and commitment to coziness. Still want to submit a recipe? Email Julie Garcia at julie.garcia@bcm.edu.

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Holiday Cookbook: Lessons learned from watching an abuela cook

On Nov. 24, find recipes for Mexican mole and caldo de res in the 2025 BCM Family Holiday Cookbook. Have a family recipe to share? Email Julie Garcia at julie.garcia@bcm.edu with a step-by-step ingredient list, recipe instructions and a photo of the finished dish (if one is available).

GRAB food pantry shows Baylor’s spirit of service in action

Since 2022, the need for the GRAB has only grown, and one thing has become apparent – it takes a village to organize and run the food pantry.

Baylor marks 10-year Hess Toy Truck partnership

For a decade, the Center for Educational Outreach at Baylor College of Medicine has partnered with Hess Toy Truck to spark curiosity and creativity in elementary and middle school-age students through free, hands-on STEM learning guides.

PA student inspired by experience as pediatric cardiology patient

Lorrie Hill, now a third-year student in the Physician Assistant Program, will soon work at Texas Children’s Hospital, after being a pediatric cardiology patient at the hospital since birth.

Medical students in Houston, Temple participate in Matthew Carter Service Day

Earlier this month, medical students participated in Matthew Carter Service Day by sorting medical supplies at Project C.U.R.E., doing landscaping at Hermann Park and volunteering at the Heights Interfaith Ministries Food Pantry.

Leading together, giving quietly, creating impact – how one Baylor community member spurs change

Philanthropy is not always a grand gesture; often it’s quiet, steady support from people who sincerely believe in the cause and find a way to do what they can to help.