Transforming Lives: Baylor Law School’s Adoption Day Celebrates New Beginnings for Families
Each year, Baylor Law School’s Adoption Day brings together families, children, and the legal community to celebrate the life-changing moment when adoptions are finalized. This heartwarming tradition not only marks the formation of new families but showcases the dedication of Baylor Law students, faculty, staff, and local attorneys who help make this celebration possible. Adoption Day is one of the most joyful and exciting days on the Baylor Law calendar, where families are celebrated with imaginative themes—from festive holidays to inspiring adventures—making it a day filled with love, laughter, and lasting memories.
Since 2008, more than 1,000 Baylor Law student volunteers have worked tirelessly to make dreams come true for hundreds of Central Texas families. Scroll down to read the stories from past events, including heartwarming stats and magical moments, to see this annual event's profound impact.
Adoption Day 2024 | Friday, November 22
Baylor Law School’s annual Adoption Day will take place on November 22, 2024, transforming the law school into a world of magic and wonder as families celebrate the finalization of their adoptions.
This year’s theme will transport attendees to a fantastical realm filled with enchanted castles, wands, and wizardry, bringing joy and excitement to this heartwarming event. With the support of Baylor Law students, faculty, and local attorneys, the day will include special ceremonies, family activities, and celebrations to mark this significant milestone for the children and families as they officially unite.
Past Adoption Day Statistics
(Scroll down for additional information on past Adoption Day Events).
Year | Theme | Children Adopted | Student Volunteers |
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2023 | Family is Everything | 16 children/14 families | 132 |
2022 | Welcome Home for the Holidays | 36 children/26 families | 105 |
2021 | Adoptions: A New Beginning | 20 children/14 families | 117 |
2020 | Adoptions, Making Wishes Come True | 29 children/21 families | 10 (via Zoom) |
2019 | Adoptions are Incredible | 24 children/20 families | 97 |
2018 | I'll Be Home for Christmas | 30 children/22 families | 96 |
2017 | Adoptions: The Family Awakens | 33 children/20 families | 78 |
2016 | Adoptions: Finding Families | 41 children/22 families | 45 |
2015 | Adoptions Build Families | 32 children/21 families | 58 |
2014 | Adoptable Me | 25 children/14 families | 49 |
2013 | There's No Place Like Home | 26 children/17 families | 48 |
2012 | Family is King | 17 children/14 families | 37 |
2011 | Adoptions Are Awesomeness | 22 children/11 families | 49 |
2010 | A Family's Love is To Infinity & Beyond | 26 children/13 families | 32 |
2009 | I'm Special, I was Picked | 18 children/11 families | 41 |
2008 | Celebrating a Family for Every Child | 15 children/11 families | 33 |
Contact
For more information on Adoption Day, please contact Professor Bridget Fuselier at bridget_fuselier@baylor.edu.
FAMILY IS EVERYTHING
WELCOME HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS
ADOPTIONS: A NEW BEGINNING
ADOPTIONS: MAKING WISHES COME TRUE
ADOPTIONS ARE INCREDIBLE
I'LL BE HOME FOR CHRISTMAS
ADOPTIONS: THE FAMILY AWAKENS
ADOPTIONS: FINDING FAMILIES
ADOPTIONS BUILD FAMILIES
ADOPTABLE ME
THERE'S NO PLACE LIKE HOME