Past Recipients

Through the Champions of Change recognition program, the University seeks to honor, recognize, and celebrate unsung heroes of Baylor’s past and present.

The Champions of Change program recognizes and acknowledges the accomplishments of individuals that have demonstrated efforts to foster greater appreciation and advancement of diversity, inclusiveness, and equity for communities of color at Baylor and in Waco. By recognizing these leaders, the program will cement their legacy among other Baylor greats, firsts, and champions. Each year, a diverse and representative volunteer committee will seek nominations for a faculty, staff, and alum from Baylor’s past and/or present who embodies the ideals of equity, change, hope, and service.

2022 Recipients 

• Pearlie Beverly, M.S.Ed., Director of Multicultural Affairs

• Lori Baker, Ph.D., Vice Provost for Faculty Development and Diversity and Professor of Anthropology

• Crystal Diaz-Espinoza, Ph.D., Director of Enrollment and Alumni Services for the Diana R. Garland School of Social Work

2021 Recipients 

• Dr. Dominique Hill, Ed.D.,  Director of Wellness 

• Dr. Elizabeth Palacios, Ph.D., Dean of Student Development 

• Dr. Lakia Scott, Ph.D., Associate Professor and C&I Graduate Program Director