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Fellow:Abbie Green

2025-10-20T04:55:59Z

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==Bio==
Hey friends!

My name is Abbie Green, and if I had to sum myself up, I’d say I’m connection-focused and mission-driven at my core. From the outside, it might look like I’m just constantly busy (which I am), but the truth is, I chase every opportunity that excites me until it either fizzles or fulfills. That pursuit has shaped a full and deeply rewarding life, rooted in curiosity and ambition.

I began my journey at Baylor University in the fall of 2024, where I’m currently a sophomore studying Accounting and Management Information Systems. While that might sound like a traditional path, my plan is to leverage my technical skillset to do something untraditional. I crave to create something of my own, to be self sustaining, because one of my missions is to be capable to serve my family and my community the way they have so sacrificially served me.

Outside the classroom, you’ll find me embracing every part of who I am. I serve as Vice President of the Ballroom Dance Society. Here I not only serve as the head instructor but practice my passion in impactful ways. As a proud member of Kappa Alpha Theta I strengthen relationships with my peers and through the Consulting Group I develop my professional skills ad surround myself with people who’ve catalyzed my growth. These roles reflect more than just extracurriculars — they’re extensions of my creativity, my values, and my belief that chasing your passions however varied is cool!

As I step into a new chapter as a University Innovation Fellow, I'm gifted a new opportunity to bring it all together. UIF is how I bridge the gap between what I know and what I care about, and to design something that reflects both.

If there’s one through-line in everything I do, it’s this: I believe growth happens when we say yes, even when we don’t have the full picture yet. I’m here to learn, build, and make a difference — and I’m just getting started.

==Achievements==

==Social media profiles==
www.linkedin.com/in/abigail-green-67447937a

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Fellow:Abbie Green

2025-10-20T04:52:28Z

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==Bio==
Hey friends!

My name is Abbie Green, and if I had to sum myself up, I’d say I’m connection-focused and mission-driven at my core. From the outside, it might look like I’m just constantly busy (which I am), but the truth is, I chase every opportunity that excites me until it either fizzles or fulfills. That pursuit has shaped a full and deeply rewarding life, rooted in curiosity and ambition.

I began my journey at Baylor University in the fall of 2024, where I’m currently a sophomore studying Accounting and Management Information Systems. While that might sound like a traditional path, my plan is to leverage my technical skillset to do something untraditional. I crave to create something of my own, to be self sustaining, because one of my missions is to be capable to serve my family and my community the way they have so sacrificially served me.

Outside the classroom, you’ll find me embracing every part of who I am. I serve as Vice President of the Ballroom Dance Society. Here I not only serve as the head instructor but practice my passion in impactful ways. As a proud member of Kappa Alpha Theta I strengthen relationships with my peers and through the Consulting Group I develop my professional skills ad surround myself with people who’ve catalyzed my growth. These roles reflect more than just extracurriculars — they’re extensions of my creativity, my values, and my belief that chasing your passions however varied is cool!

As I step into a new chapter as a University Innovation Fellow, I'm gifted a new opportunity to bring it all together. UIF is how I bridge the gap between what I know and what I care about, and to design something that reflects both.

If there’s one through-line in everything I do, it’s this: I believe growth happens when we say yes, even when we don’t have the full picture yet. I’m here to learn, build, and make a difference — and I’m just getting started.

==Achievements==

==Social media profiles==
www.linkedin.com/in/abigail-green-67447937a

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2025-10-20T04:51:53Z

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2025-10-20T04:50:43Z

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Priorities:Baylor University Student Priorities

2025-09-28T04:26:15Z

Abigail.c.green2020: Baylor 2025 update to Student priorities

==Baylor 2025 Cohort==

=== '''Project 1: Creating an Active Campus''' ===
'''Timeline:''' 2.5 years

'''Project Lead:''' Abbie Green

'''Key Tactics with Approximate Timing:'''

''Spring 2026''

'''1. Asset student interest, build support, and buy in.'''

'''Action Steps:'''

* Collaborate with Baylor Lariat and pitch idea to send students surveys to determine student interest and gather data.
* Determine most cost-efficient equipment and area on campus 1) high student traffic 2) available space 3) faculty permissibility

''Summer 2026''

'''2. Research and identify other places with active learning environment and prepare a grander launch of active spaces on campus'''

'''Action Steps:'''

* Continue to meet with stakeholders and update them on student engagement and further funding needed

''Fall 26 – Spring 27''

'''3. Increase implementation proportionately based on student engagement throughout the semester'''

'''Action Steps:'''

* Target moody library active group study spaces, foster team rooms and, the science building’s study rooms.
* Expand activity within professor offices like standing desks, walking pads, mini biking stations based on professor preference.
* Update stakeholders on full roll out and encourage more permanent implementation in Baylor 2029 remodel

''Summer 2027''

'''4. Collaborate with Baylor remodel and create plans for a new building centered on active learning'''

'''Action Steps:'''

* Brainstorm with stakeholders’ feasible methods to test use of building and funding
* Understand barriers and prepare for testing separate building in fall

Fall 2027

'''5. Test student engagement with separate building during finals week and excite students about official rollout next year'''

'''Action Steps:'''

* Coordinate weeks throughout the semester for active learning tents.
** Enjoy outside, exercise while studying for exams

Spring 2028

'''6. Final preparation for launch planning logistics.'''

'''Action Steps:'''

* Create a curriculum for students to understand there learning style and give them access to rooms suitable for that
* Encourage research and incentivize involvement
* Change the culture of academic success at Baylor. Create well rounded student who not only are about their mind but of their bodies too!

 
==Baylor 2024 Cohort==

==='''Project 1: Establishing a Campus-wide Sustainability Initiative'''===
'''Timeline''': 2-3 Years

'''Project Lead''': Ethan

'''Key Tactics:'''

#'''Implement Comprehensive Recycling and Composting Programs'''
#*'''Action Steps''':
#**Evaluate current waste management practices and identify gaps in recycling and composting availability on campus.
#**Roll out enhanced recycling stations and compost bins across campus buildings and dining facilities.
#**Develop an awareness campaign to educate students and staff about proper recycling and composting practices.
#*'''Review''': Consult with Facilities Department and sustainability advisors for feasibility and logistics.
#'''Set Up Garden/Program to Donate Compost'''
#*'''Action Steps''':
#**Identify a location on campus to create a garden or establish partnerships with local gardens for compost donation.
#**Partner with Dining Services to ensure food waste is appropriately composted and utilized for the garden.
#**Organize volunteer programs where students can participate in gardening and sustainability initiatives.
#*'''Review''': Work with campus agriculture experts and local environmental groups to refine the program.
#'''Partner with Local and Global Organizations for Environmental Research'''
#*'''Action Steps''':
#**Identify key environmental challenges that align with Baylor’s sustainability goals (e.g., water conservation, renewable energy).
#**Build relationships with local and global organizations to collaborate on research and solutions.
#**Explore opportunities for student internships or research placements with these partner organizations.
#*'''Review''': Engage with faculty in environmental science and sustainability to ensure alignment with academic goals.
#'''Utilize AI to Sort Food Waste at Baylor'''
#*'''Action Steps''':
#**Partner with the computer science department to develop or adapt AI technology for sorting and managing food waste.
#**Pilot AI-powered waste sorting systems in campus dining halls to improve waste separation and recycling.
#**Monitor data from AI systems to track food waste reduction and efficiency.
#*'''Review''': Collaborate with technology and sustainability experts to ensure AI implementation is effective and scalable.

==='''Project 2: Enhancing Professional Development in the Computer Science Department'''===
'''Timeline''': 1-2 Years

'''Project Lead''': Carter Lewis

'''Key Tactics:'''

#'''Foster Professional Student Organizations'''
#*'''Action Steps''':
#**Strengthen and promote existing student organizations within the Computer Science department (e.g., ACM, Women in Tech).
#**Encourage regular networking events, tech talks, and panels featuring industry professionals.
#**Create mentorship programs pairing upper-level students with underclassmen for professional development.
#*'''Review''': Coordinate with department faculty and career services to ensure alignment with career-building objectives.
#'''Provide Practical Job and Internship Search Guidance'''
#*'''Action Steps''':
#**Organize workshops focusing on resume building, LinkedIn optimization, and interview preparation specific to the tech industry.
#**Create a dedicated online portal with job and internship listings in partnership with companies actively recruiting from Baylor.
#**Hold mock interview sessions and offer career counseling services tailored to Computer Science students.
#*'''Review''': Partner with Baylor Career Center and alumni network to maximize student placement in internships and jobs.
#'''Increase Opportunities for Practical Experience'''
#*'''Action Steps''':
#**Organize coding competitions, hackathons, and project-based challenges to give students hands-on experience solving real-world problems.
#**Facilitate team-based projects in collaboration with local businesses or nonprofits, allowing students to work on real development tasks.
#**Offer course credit or certifications for participation in coding competitions and community projects.
#*'''Review''': Engage faculty to integrate competitions and real-world projects into the curriculum as co-curricular activities.
#'''Help Students Create Standout Project Portfolios'''
#*'''Action Steps''':
#**Provide workshops on developing personal portfolios showcasing key coding projects, internships, and practical experiences.
#**Encourage students to contribute to open-source projects or develop their own software applications to include in their portfolios.
#**Offer one-on-one portfolio reviews and critiques by faculty and industry professionals to help students refine their work.
#*'''Review''': Work with tech professionals and alumni to ensure portfolios align with industry standards and expectations.

==='''Project 3: AI Adoption at Baylor'''===
'''Timeline''': 3-5 Years

'''Project Lead''': Warren Huang

'''Key Tactics:'''

#'''Host Joint AI Hackathon with Tech Tree Root'''
#*'''Action Steps''':
#**Partner with Tech Tree Root to organize a large-scale AI-focused hackathon open to students from Baylor and other institutions.
#**Secure sponsorships from tech companies and AI industry leaders to provide prizes and mentorship for participating students.
#**Encourage interdisciplinary participation by promoting the event to students from computer science, engineering, business, and other relevant fields.
#*'''Review''': Collaborate with faculty advisors and Tech Tree Root representatives to ensure the hackathon aligns with Baylor’s educational goals and AI adoption vision.
#'''Establish a Student AI Representative Role'''
#*'''Action Steps''':
#**Create a formal position for a student AI representative who will act as a liaison between students, faculty, and administration on AI initiatives and integration.
#**Define the responsibilities of the role, including contributing to AI curriculum development, organizing AI-related events, and gathering student input on AI adoption.
#**Ensure the student representative works closely with the Computer Science department and Baylor's AI research initiatives to foster collaboration.
#*'''Review''': Obtain approval from university leadership and faculty, ensuring the role has a clear mandate and support across departments.
#'''AI Integration Across Campus to Enhance Student Opportunities'''
#*'''Action Steps''':
#**Assess areas where AI can be integrated into academic programs, research opportunities, and campus operations (e.g., smart campus technologies, AI-driven tutoring systems).
#**Develop partnerships with AI companies and organizations to provide internships, mentorships, and real-world AI project experience for students.
#**Pilot AI-driven solutions in key areas such as admissions, student services, and sustainability, then expand successful initiatives.
#*'''Review''': Engage with university administrators, faculty, and tech partners to ensure AI integration aligns with Baylor’s mission and enhances student learning and career prospects.

==='''Project 4: Community Immersion and Experience'''===
'''Timeline''': 2-3 Years

'''Project Lead''': Spencer Yim

'''Key Tactics:'''

#'''Provide In-depth Immersion into Diverse American Communities'''
#*'''Action Steps''':
#**Organize trips and immersive experiences for students to engage with diverse communities across the U.S., focusing on cultural, social, and economic diversity.
#**Partner with community organizations, nonprofits, and local leaders to provide hands-on learning and service opportunities.
#**Develop reflective components, such as journaling or group discussions, to help students process and learn from their experiences.
#*'''Review''': Collaborate with faculty and community organizations to ensure meaningful engagement and learning outcomes.
#'''Develop a Welcome Week-Style Curriculum and Experience for First-Year Students'''
#*'''Action Steps''':
#**Create an immersive curriculum designed to introduce first-year students to diverse communities and the importance of community engagement.
#**Incorporate service projects, cultural immersion activities, and workshops on diversity and inclusion into the curriculum.
#**Provide mentorship opportunities where upperclassmen guide first-year students through their immersion experience.
#*'''Review''': Work with student life and academic advisors to align the curriculum with Baylor’s values and first-year student programs.
#'''Integrate Learning at Baylor with Worldwide and Community-Based Service'''
#*'''Action Steps''':
#**Expand opportunities for students to participate in service-learning programs both locally and internationally, aligning with their academic studies.
#**Partner with global and community-based organizations to provide internships, service opportunities, and hands-on learning experiences that connect classroom knowledge with real-world impact.
#**Encourage faculty to incorporate community-based projects and service components into their course syllabi to further link learning with service.
#*'''Review''': Coordinate with Baylor’s service-learning office and global engagement team to identify potential partners and ensure integration with academic programs.

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School:Baylor University

2025-09-16T23:56:59Z

Abigail.c.green2020: Cohort 2025 Updates

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==About Baylor University==
'''Value Statement'''

The mission of Baylor University is "to educate men and women for worldwide leadership and service by integrating academic excellence and Christian commitment within a caring community." Baylor's mission is rooted not only in faith but in service and leadership, propelling students to make change. Baylor seeks to enable students to identify their God-given gifts and talents to further God's Kingdom through innovation guided by Christian values. 

==Promoting Student Innovation and Entrepreneurship:==

*'''Entrepreneurship Major/Minor''': The '''Entrepreneurship''' major and minor are key pathways for students to explore innovation. These programs offer classes like ''Entrepreneurship and Leadership'' and ''Starting and Managing a Business'', equipping students with both theoretical and practical knowledge needed to succeed in entrepreneurial ventures.
*'''Baylor Research and Innovation Center''': This center plays a crucial role in fostering innovation and entrepreneurship through '''internships''' and '''scholarships'''. It provides students with hands-on experience in research and innovation, helping bridge the gap between academic knowledge and real-world application.
*'''Access to Maker Spaces''': Facilities like the '''Moody Library''' and the '''Baylor Research and Innovation Center''' offer maker spaces where students can experiment with prototypes, work on innovative projects, and collaborate on creative solutions.
*'''Clubs and Internships''': Student organizations, such as the '''Start Up and Innovation Club''', provide additional platforms for budding entrepreneurs to network, collaborate, and gain practical experience. Furthermore, '''internships''' focused on innovation and entrepreneurship offer students real-world opportunities to refine their skills.
*'''Research and Patents''': Baylor demonstrates its commitment to innovation through its significant investment in research, spending over '''$82 billion''' annually. The university has received '''over 30 patents and has filed''' over '''60 patents more''', showcasing its drive to develop and protect new technologies and innovations. This investment helps foster a strong culture of research-driven entrepreneurship on campus.
*'''Interdisciplinary Innovation''': While Baylor excels in supporting business-focused students, there are opportunities to expand these resources for students in other disciplines, creating a more holistic approach to innovation across campus.
*'''Oso Launch:''' Oso or "Bear Launch" is a campus wide resource that initiates fellowships between entrepreneurially-minded students on campus, regardless of major. Oso enables student collaboration and mentorship for those in all stages of creating their own business. The goal of Oso launch is to propel students to success by encouraging real world experience in a safe environment.

==Encouraging Faculty Innovation:==

*'''Baylor Fellows''': Each year, Baylor recognizes professors across the disciplinary spectrum who display exceptional teaching through pedagogical innovation, inspirational teaching, and cultivation of innovative teaching methods among other Baylor faculty. Fellows are nominated by academic deans, former fellows, and the Academy for Teaching and Learning Advisory Council.
*'''Active Learning Lab Fellowship''': This partnership between Baylor University Libraries and the Academy for Teaching and Learning equips Baylor professors with the time, space, and resources needed to increase the implementation, awareness, and quality of active learning. By allowing faculty access to spaces dedicated for active learning, Baylor helps faculty use new, innovative ways of teaching.
*'''Education Research Journal Club''': This organization for Baylor STEM faculty offers multiple interest groups with varying topics of interest, giving faculty a community through which to enact new teaching methods.
*'''Faculty Interest Groups''': Faculty interest groups give Baylor faculty a place to discuss challenges in teaching ranging from demographics, shifting paradigms of discovery and creativity to issues such as poverty, disease, and oppression.

==Actively Supporting Technology Transfer:==

*'''Office of Technology Commercialization (OTC)''': Baylor's OTC plays a central role in facilitating the technology transfer process. It helps faculty, researchers, and students protect their inventions through patents and manages the licensing of these innovations to companies for commercialization while also assisting companies in identifying and accessing Baylor University faculty expertise and research centers.
*'''Patent Filings''': Baylor has filed over 60 patents, demonstrating its commitment to protecting intellectual property and supporting the transition of research into practical solutions that can be applied in various industries.
*'''Collaboration with Industry Partners''': Baylor actively collaborates with companies and industry leaders to identify opportunities where academic research can address real-world problems. By fostering these partnerships, Baylor helps ensure that new technologies are developed and brought to the market efficiently.
*'''Research and Development Investment''': With over $82 billion in research spending, Baylor's investment in research ensures a steady stream of new discoveries that have the potential for commercialization. This investment supports innovation and the creation of new intellectual property for potential technology transfer.
*'''Entrepreneurship and Innovation Ecosystem''': Baylor provides resources like the '''Baylor Research and Innovation Collaborative (BRIC)''', which includes incubators and accelerators for startups, further facilitating the commercialization of university research.
*'''Internships and Programs''': Baylor offers students hands-on opportunities through internships and entrepreneurship programs that directly engage them in the commercialization and technology transfer processes, helping them understand how to turn research into viable products.

Through these initiatives, Baylor plays an active role in translating its research into innovations that benefit society while supporting the commercialization process through structured technology transfer mechanisms.

==Facilitating University-Industry Collaboration:==

*'''Baylor Research and Innovation Collaborative (BRIC)''': This facility provides graduate and undergraduate researchers access to top-tier research labs and equipment, as well as a student-run maker space. This allows for students to make an impact both on University research and in various industries such as Chemistry, Biology, Physics, and Cybersecurity. 

==Engaging with Regional and Local Economic Development Efforts:==
Baylor University, through its partnerships and community initiatives, further promotes innovation and entrepreneurship by engaging with the local Waco community:

*'''Baylor/Waco Foundation''': The foundation provides grants to local non-profits working in areas such as economic development, health, education, cultural wealth, and city growth. This aligns with Baylor’s community engagement initiative, fostering stronger ties between the university and the surrounding area.
*'''Baylor Solid Gold Neighbor''': As part of its community commitment, Baylor’s '''Solid Gold Neighbor''' initiative is dedicated to strengthening Waco by supporting economic and business growth. It develops and maintains a robust innovation ecosystem that encourages business expansion.
*'''Supporting Underserved Communities''': Through the Solid Gold Neighbor initiative, Baylor provides '''financial literacy opportunities''' to underserved communities, promoting equitable access to financial education and empowering individuals with the tools needed for economic growth.

By collaborating with local organizations and focusing on community engagement, Baylor ensures that its innovation and entrepreneurial efforts extend beyond campus, benefiting the larger Waco area.
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User:Abigail.c.green2020

2025-09-04T19:38:00Z

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#REDIRECT [[Fellow:Abbie Green]]

Fellow:Abbie Green

2025-09-04T19:37:59Z

Abigail.c.green2020: Created Fellow Page - 2025

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==Bio==
Hey friends!

My name is Abbie Green, and if I had to sum myself up, I’d say I’m connection-focused and mission-driven at my core. From the outside, it might look like I’m just constantly busy (which I am), but the truth is, I chase every opportunity that excites me until it either fizzles or fulfills. That pursuit has shaped a full and deeply rewarding life, rooted in curiosity and ambition.

I began my journey at Baylor University in the fall of 2024, where I’m currently a sophomore studying Accounting and Management Information Systems. While that might sound like a traditional path, my plan is to leverage my technical skillset to do something untraditional. I crave to create something of my own, to be self sustaining, because one of my missions is to be capable to serve my family and my community the way they have so sacrificially served me.

Outside the classroom, you’ll find me embracing every part of who I am. I serve as Vice President of the Ballroom Dance Society. Here I not only serve as the head instructor but practice my passion in impactful ways. As a proud member of Kappa Alpha Theta I strengthen relationships with my peers and through the Consulting Group I develop my professional skills ad surround myself with people who’ve catalyzed my growth. These roles reflect more than just extracurriculars — they’re extensions of my creativity, my values, and my belief that chasing your passions however varied is cool!

As I step into a new chapter as a University Innovation Fellow, I'm gifted a new opportunity to bring it all together. UIF is how I bridge the gap between what I know and what I care about, and to design something that reflects both.

If there’s one through-line in everything I do, it’s this: I believe growth happens when we say yes, even when we don’t have the full picture yet. I’m here to learn, build, and make a difference — and I’m just getting started.

==Achievements==

==Social media profiles==
www.linkedin.com/in/abigail-green-67447937a

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2025-09-02T22:35:27Z

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