Belonging News
Welcome to news stories on Belonging at Baylor Law School, where we share stories highlighting our students, faculty, and alumni diverse journeys and accomplishments of our members. From breaking barriers in the legal field to fostering compassion and ethical leadership, these inspiring narratives demonstrate our commitment to competence, compassion, and belonging. Discover how we create a welcoming and empowering culture where everyone can thrive. For more information about our commitment to inclusion and belonging, visit Baylor Law School’s Non-Discrimination Policy.
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Born in San Miguel De Allende, Mexico, and raised in Fort Worth, Texas, Tovar Morin faced challenges in her interactions with the justice system. Instead of allowing these experiences to deter her, she transformed them into a driving passion for the legal field—a path she feels destined to follow.
As a proud Baylor Lawyer, Tokan-Lawal’s journey has been defined by her deep belief in justice’s power to transform lives. Baylor University’s motto, Pro Ecclesia, Pro Texana, Pro Mundo—For Church, For Texas, For the World—beautifully mirrors her personal and professional mission. A successful attorney in Lagos, Nigeria, she tirelessly advocates for vulnerable children, championing their rights and fighting for those whose voices are often silenced.
On Monday, September 30, Baylor Law School celebrated the conclusion of the 2024 Dawson & Sodd PLLC Moot Court Competition. After an engaging final round, Respondents Cagan Baldree and Michael Rowley were announced as the winners of this year’s competition.
When envisioning superheroes, iconic figures like Batman or Spiderman often come to mind. At Baylor Law School, 1L Julia Incerpi embodies the spirit of a modern-day Superwoman. As a 1L student, she is not only pursuing her Juris Doctor but also skillfully balancing motherhood, caring for her elderly grandmother, and making her mark in the legal field.
During his time at Baylor Law School, 1L Román Martínez has quickly learned how his heritage influences his ability to advocate for others.
Baylor University again has attained elite Honor Roll status as one of the best colleges in the nation to work for, according to the Great Colleges to Work For® program. Based on faculty and staff responses to a related annual survey, Baylor was recognized in eight categories, including its first-ever recognition in the Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging category.
When Amanda Alvez, JD ’24, entered Baylor Law School, she was driven by a singular goal: to connect the law with the people who need it most. For Amanda, pursuing justice transcends academic interests and career aspirations—it is an intensely personal mission.
Welcome back, Bears! Or to some of you, welcome for the first time! I’m Rev. Dr. Malcolm Foley, special advisor to Baylor President Linda A. Livingstone for equity and campus engagement, and my main job is to make sure that you have what you need to get a quality education at Baylor University!
