Take a look back at 2017 at Baylor

December 29, 2017 Community, Education, Healthcare, Nicole Blanton, Research, Year in Review

Can you believe 2018 is almost here? While you may be finalizing your New Year’s resolutions, it’s important to reflect on the year that was. From persevering through a costly hurricane to celebrating a World Series victory, let’s take a look back at some of Baylor College of Medicine’s most memorable moments, achievements and more.

Harvey Heroes and Giving Back

Hurricane Harvey devastated much of the Texas coast, including Baylor students, faculty and staff. However, many members of the Baylor community stepped up to help others – before, during and after the storm. See stories of Baylor’s Harvey Heroes.

In addition to Hurricane Harvey relief efforts, the Baylor community participated in various initiatives and events to promote disease awareness, research and community advancement:

The BCM Pride student group joined the annual Houston Pride Festival celebrating the LGBT community June 24. See photos.
Baylor College of Medicine students volunteered across Houston Oct. 7 as part of the Healing from Harvey – Matthew Carter Service Day event.
Baylor hosted the Get Your Rear in Gear 5K on Nov. 4, benefiting the Colon Cancer Coalition. See photos from the event.
Members of the Baylor community participated in the March for Science on April 22.
The BCM Wellness 5K Race/Fun Run was held on Oct. 21 and raised money for numerous projects that promote wellness education of future physicians and activism through community outreach projects.
Members of the Baylor community visited BCM Biotech Academy at Rusk and Baylor College of Medicine Academy at Ryan to hand out Hess Toy Trucks donated by the Hess Corporation in time for the holidays.

Innovation, Accolades and Research Breakthroughs

This year, Baylor earned a spot on the U.S. News and World Report 2018 Best Global Universities list and was recognized for molecular biology and genetics, clinical medicine, and neuroscience. The College was also ranked as one of the most innovative universities in the world by Reuters.

Baylor College of Medicine Academy at Ryan was named one of the top magnet schools in the country and went on to receive the Magnet Schools of America President’s Award, one of the organization’s top national awards.

In addition to academic recognition, Baylor earned the Gold Workplace Health Achievement from the American Heart Association and was named a 2017 Healthiest 100 Workplace in America. See more awards and honors the College has received.

Numerous research breakthroughs also took place this year, including the uncovering of a medical mystery and the development of a familial test that helps detect disease-causing genes. See more Baylor research initiatives and recognitions below:

Education Milestones

2017 was a momentous year for Baylor College of Medicine students. Fourth-year students celebrated Match Day with family, friends and the Baylor community on March 17. See the highlights and photos from Match Day 2017 and watch video recap below.