Groundbreaking Ceremony Held for New Complex on Rike Field

Baylor School trustees and former trustees gathered on Rike Field on Wednesday, Sept. 24, for a ceremonial groundbreaking celebrating a new dormitory complex designed to meet the needs of Baylor’s expanding boarding community while transforming one of the school’s most visible entry points.

The project will include two new dormitories housing 96 students, a centrally located admissions office, a wellness and counseling center, and a flexible event space. Construction began in November and will be completed by June 2027.

Board Chair Alexis Guerry Bogo ’89 reflected on the significance of the milestone, noting that projects of this scale are “bookended” by groundbreaking and ribbon-cutting ceremonies that mark new chapters in Baylor’s evolution. “This building will be transformative for our community,” she said. “It’s the result of thoughtful planning, shared vision, and a commitment to Baylor’s future that will serve generations to come.”