A health sciences university like 91¹ú²úÊÓƵ is defined by its commitment to its mission of excellence in patient care, biomedical research, medical education and community service – with a single objective: the improved health of the community.
With this commitment in mind, we provide a range of health-focused resources including seminars, lectures, online libraries, interactive experiences and featured events. These programs are forged with the goal of expanding educational resources available to the public and to and contribute to the health and vitality of all of our communities.
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Community Opportunities
Inprint and BCM HEAL Book Club
The and BCM HEAL Book Club, a collaboration between Inprint and 91¹ú²úÊÓƵ Humanities Expression & Arts Lab (HEAL), is designed for those involved in the healthcare community. Professional caregivers and students of all disciplines, including physicians, nurses, chaplains, pharmacists, therapists, patient care technicians, unit clerks, etc. are invited to participate in discussions of carefully-curated books. Multiple genres will be explored, including biography-in-collage, autobiography, fiction, and poetry.
The book club takes place quarterly on a Tuesday evening in March, June, September and December. Most meetings are virtual from 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. The December 2025 meeting will be at 6:30 p.m. at the Inprint House, 1520 West Main Street.
Volunteer Opportunities
91¹ú²úÊÓƵ partners with middle and high schools across Texas, including three in the Houston area. Throughout the school year, Amazon wish lists are available to help provide school supplies for students and teachers.
- BCM Academy at Ryan:
- BCM Biotech Academy at Rusk:
- Stafford Middle School:
Upcoming Events
Houston Run With All Your Heart 5K
On April 18, join Baylor students and Curing Kids Cancer for the Houston Run With All Your Heart 5K at Sugar Land Memorial Park. Curing Kids Cancer, a national nonprofit, has raised more than $30 million for pediatric cancer research in the Texas Medical Center and beyond. Enjoy face-painting, live music and other fun activities for all ages. .
Pulse in the Park
From 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. April 23, attend Pulse in the Park, a free, family-friendly community event focused on hypertension screening and heart health education. The event will be at the Commons of Hermann Park, at the corner of Fannin and Cambridge streets. The initiative was developed through Baylor’s BSHEQ coursework, including discussions on health equity, advocacy and prevention, with the goal of translating those concepts into meaningful community impact. At the event, students will provide blood pressure and pulse screenings, share practical health education and connect attendees with relevant community resources. There will be a dedicated kid’s station with interactive activities designed to make heart health education engaging and accessible.
Open Research Studies
Screen time and sleep
Wondering if screen time affects your child’s sleep quality, development and problem-solving skills? 91¹ú²úÊÓƵ’s TECH Study is looking for parents with a 3-4-year-old child in the Greater Houston area to participate in a 12-month long study testing new technology to measure screen use while evaluating screen time effects on children’s health. Up to $410 in compensation. For more information, call 713-798-0388 or email screentimesleep@bcm.edu.
Goodnight Screen Media Study
Children aged 4 years and their parents are needed for a study to learn about the effects of screen media use on children's sleep, memory and attention. The study will include three in-person assessments to measure height, weight, mental tasks and saliva collection with two overnight visits at the Children's Nutrition Research Center to assess the child's sleep and circadian rhythms via saliva sampling. Participants may be compensated up to $510. To learn more, visit the , email GoodNightScreenMedia@bcm.edu or call 713-798-0557.
MIND Toddlers Study
Houston families with 12- to 18-month olds are needed for this study that examines the relationship between toddlers' dietary intake and cognitive development. It involves two visits to the Texas Children's Hospital Clinical Research Center over a 6-month period. Up to $125 in compensation, free parking and an optional free portrait session for your toddler. For more information, call 713-798-7062 or email MIND.Toddlers@bcm.edu.