Family Weekend arrived at Baylor this September as a familiar, high-energy ritual — food trucks, a headline concert at the new Foster Pavilion, and a packed game day — but beneath the fanfare a quieter story played out: for many international students the weekend is less a family reunion than a...
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Baylor’s 2025 Family Weekend arrives this weekend with big headlines — a high‑profile Lauren Daigle concert, Taste of Waco and a packed schedule — but the event’s logistics are being reshaped by a major reconstruction of I‑35 through Waco, forcing alumni and families to rethink arrival times...
In its 65th year, Baylor’s Family Weekend stands as a living tradition: born in 1960 as a one-day chance for parents to meet professors and evolved into a full weekend that stitches family, faith, and campus life into a single communal experience.
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Planning a memorable 4th of July celebration can be both exciting and overwhelming. With the advent of AI technologies like Microsoft Copilot, organizing your Independence Day festivities has never been easier. From crafting the perfect menu to coordinating activities and decorations, Copilot...
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At a growing number of technology conferences across North America, a subtle but unmistakable shift is unfolding—a heightened emphasis on security, not just as the backdrop to innovation, but as a visible presence shaping the very atmosphere of these gatherings. The dynamic comes as leading...
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Making daily life more joyful often comes down to one simple factor: time. Managing tasks, coordinating events, or planning even modest outings can generate a surprisingly large amount of logistical “overhead.” This challenge is something Microsoft Copilot, the company’s AI-powered assistant...
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Skype’s gradual fade-out might be bittersweet for longtime users, but Microsoft is proving that it hasn’t abandoned the world of personal messaging. Instead, the tech giant is quietly reinventing group chats with a fresh infusion of artificial intelligence, this time via GroupMe—a messaging app...
Microsoft’s bold integration of its AI assistant Copilot into the GroupMe messaging app marks a significant milestone in the evolution of group chats. In an era where artificial intelligence increasingly permeates our everyday lives, Microsoft is taking a decisive step toward revolutionizing how...
As the calendar inches towards Valentine’s Day, you might be staring at the blank screen wondering, “What on earth should I do?” Fortunately, Microsoft is stepping in with an AI-driven solution that could easily become your new favorite digital date-planner. In a recent update, Microsoft...
The modern calendar is more than just dates—it's a vibrant tapestry of events, holidays, sports, and entertainment. If you’ve recently hopped on the Fantastical train, you’re in for a treat! With the app's recent Windows launch, you can now enrich your planning experience by adding curated...
The difference between winning and losing on the racetrack can be measured in microseconds. The Lotus F1 Team uses Microsoft technology to maximize performance and efficiency on and off the track.
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Plans to set up a camping site on one of London's biggest commons for visitors to next month's royal wedding have been greeted with horror by local residents, who fear it will resemble the Glastonbury music festival.
"Camp Royale" is to be set up on Clapham Common in south London, offering...
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A British scout troop's outdoor exercise depicting the mock kidnapping of Prince William's bride-to-be has raised some eyebrows.
The scouts' annual "quest" in the small English town of Amersham, west of London, last week involved watching an actress playing Kate Middleton being kidnapped by a...
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When planning a holiday event, you can stem the oncoming waves of panic by breaking down your tasks into three parts: Collaborate to get ready, Publicize to get your guests excited, and Personalize to make it special. This episode of the Office Show shows you how our intrepid hosts use those...
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Sometimes buzz is the last thing a company should want.
Microsoft's lame Windows House Party prep video is the rage of the Web right now -- and that's not good. I refrained from blogging yesterday but have been called to action. This morning, Interpret's Link Removed...
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Hey all,
Just curious how many have filled out an application to host a Windows 7 Launch party... I just finished filling out mine.. Now to play the waiting game to see if I'm selected.. ;)
For anyone who doesn't have a clue what I'm talking about here's a link to fill out the application...