What are the general expectations of Baylor Students?
Baylor University is controlled by an all-Baptist board of regents, operated within the Christian-oriented aims and ideals of Baptists, and affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas, a cooperative association of autonomous Texas Baptist churches. It is expected that each Baylor student will conduct himself or herself in accordance with Christian principles as commonly perceived by Texas Baptists. Personal misconduct either on or off the campus by anyone connected with Baylor detracts from the Christian witness Baylor strives to present to the world and hinders full accomplishment of the mission of the University. While attending Baylor, a student is expected to obey the laws of the United States, the State of Texas, and municipalities, or, when studying abroad, the laws of other countries. A student is also expected to obey the rules, regulations, and policies established by Baylor University. “Attending” is defined as all persons taking courses at the University, either