Baylor University Traditions
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We the students of Baylor University find the following items to change all of Baylor that we have ever known and would like our traditions to stay the same.
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Word around campus is that administration is attempting to change our contract with Dr Pepper to a contract with Coca-Cola. While those who aren't fans of the 23 flavors of goodness won't find this too disturbing, think about all things Baylor attached with Dr Pepper. Signs on our athletic fields, Dr Pepper Hour (Dr Pepper Floats in general), commemorative Dr Pepper items with Baylor logos on them, all the Dr Pepper drink stands used on Baylor's campus, etc.
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As you are all aware, Homecoming underwent a drastic change in 2007 when the eternal flame was extremely mishandled by students and groups involved, then unnecessarily vilified in the days following the Freshman Mass Meeting. While it's understandable that measures had to be taken to prevent further injury or illegal acts, it is not understandable to remove the tradition (a foundation of Baylor's Homecoming activities) altogether.
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As heard directly from members of administration, the last time you will see Sailor Bear as a Baylor logo during President Lilley's term will be for "Old School" Diadeloso 2008. For those who don't know, Sailor Bear is the only logo reserved specifically for student organizations. As a student, and a member of an organization here on campus, I feel like a right granted to me originally has been revoked without my consent.
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Also heard directly from administration:
THE INTERLOCKING BU WILL BE REPLACED BY THE TEXT "BAYLOR" STARTING WITH THE 2008 FOOTBALL SEASON.
The interlocking BU on the basketball courts is being replaced, the football helmets are different, everything is changing except midfield of Floyd Casey Stadium (because it's too expensive to replace).
1.
Word around campus is that administration is attempting to change our contract with Dr Pepper to a contract with Coca-Cola. While those who aren't fans of the 23 flavors of goodness won't find this too disturbing, think about all things Baylor attached with Dr Pepper. Signs on our athletic fields, Dr Pepper Hour (Dr Pepper Floats in general), commemorative Dr Pepper items with Baylor logos on them, all the Dr Pepper drink stands used on Baylor's campus, etc.
2.
As you are all aware, Homecoming underwent a drastic change in 2007 when the eternal flame was extremely mishandled by students and groups involved, then unnecessarily vilified in the days following the Freshman Mass Meeting. While it's understandable that measures had to be taken to prevent further injury or illegal acts, it is not understandable to remove the tradition (a foundation of Baylor's Homecoming activities) altogether.
3.
As heard directly from members of administration, the last time you will see Sailor Bear as a Baylor logo during President Lilley's term will be for "Old School" Diadeloso 2008. For those who don't know, Sailor Bear is the only logo reserved specifically for student organizations. As a student, and a member of an organization here on campus, I feel like a right granted to me originally has been revoked without my consent.
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Also heard directly from administration:
THE INTERLOCKING BU WILL BE REPLACED BY THE TEXT "BAYLOR" STARTING WITH THE 2008 FOOTBALL SEASON.
The interlocking BU on the basketball courts is being replaced, the football helmets are different, everything is changing except midfield of Floyd Casey Stadium (because it's too expensive to replace).
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Jacob Bradshaw
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Jonathan Parra
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Melissa Yeakley
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Alexa Clark
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Tim Sams
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Philip Hubbs
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Ashley Bever
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Jon
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Andrew Bryan
- Comments
- Why change the logo? Just so it looks more elite? Not a good enough reason.
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Kristen Stehling
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- Elite universities are full of longstanding traditions that make them unique and keep them familiar to alumni who become donors. I think the administration should rethink changing images and traditions that students feel are classic to Baylor.
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Marshall Cook
- Comments
- Please remember that the most important thing about student life is in fact the students.
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Rebecca Ledesma
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- I like our traditions I dont want them to change. It would change everything about Baylor. I like walking around campus and thinking of the different traditions I have experienced while being a Freshman.
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Dan Johnson
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Rachel Koontz
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Kaleigh Moran
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- Keep Baylor the same! Have BU pride!
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Brynn Berry
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- I think it would be absolutely awful if our traditions were taken away. That is what is so great about baylor is the traditions we have! THat is what I love ! I always feel the love and traditions with the students and the alumni! I think that the alumni would not like this change! My parents are both alumni and did not liek the idea at all. We are not confused with Boston!
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Natalie Buresch
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- Traditions are what make Baylor!!!
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John Coffer
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Geoffrey Adams
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spencer davis
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Randy Gonzalez
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Molly Christy
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Victoria Rhodes
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Jared Adams
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Casey Jenkins
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Chelsea Nivens
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Amanda Ericksen
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Camesha Ethley
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John Pemberton
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- KEEP THE TRADITIONS ALIVE!!!!
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Erin Morrow
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Amanda Martinez
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Kristen
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Anna Johnson
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Matt Hansen
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Melissa May
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Stephen Secrest
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Lindsey Spragins
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Briana Galt
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Josh Cross
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- These traditions help make Baylor what it is, why change it?
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Bianca Broughton
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k s puckett
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Stephen Green
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miranda shue
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Kyle Keyes
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Katie Weigel
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Blair Foster
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Heather McClelen
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Brittany Rowe
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Stef Schrader
- Comments
- Sic 'em.
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Jason Patin
- Comments
- I cannot believe people are trying to do this! whats wrong with you people?!?!?
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