Loving Baylor and Giving Back
Learn a little more about tutor Ryan Andrews
Ryan Andrews, a Baylor junior, comes from a long line of
Baylor grads. His parents and
grandparents attended Baylor, and one of his favorite memories growing up has
been visiting the campus and eating at the Waco classic Papa Rollo’s. When it came time to choose a college, Baylor
seemed a no-brainer.
Like many students, Ryan put down roots at Baylor and grew
to love it. From rushing the field after
beating OU to participating in other traditions, Baylor has become his home. He
also has close relationships with his professors and attributes much of his
personal growth to their instruction.
“The professors are so approachable,” he said. “They give
insights beyond the scope of the class material.”
The most important event of Ryan’s college experience
occurred before his first week of classes even began. During the Serenade tradition during Welcome
Week, Ryan met Bethany Eason and they’ve been inseparable ever since. Ryan proposed to Bethany this semester, and they
will be married in the summer!
While Baylor is where Ryan and Bethany’s life together
began, they are still looking toward the future. Ryan, an engineering major, has been involved
in Phi Kappa Chi, a Christian fraternity, and Engineers with a Mission. These activities have opened doors to show
Ryan what he is truly passionate about- giving back. In the future, Ryan hopes to move overseas to
use his engineering skills as an avenue to mission work.
“The great thing about mechanical engineering is that it’s
so versatile,” he said. “You can find what you’re really passionate about and
dig in.”
Giving back has become a part of Ryan’s character, and
choosing to work as a tutor was almost second nature.
“It’s both something I’m good at and something fulfilling
because I enjoy helping others,” Ryan said.
He tutors the calculus and physics, and encourages students
to not only work to improve their grades, but also to learn. He hopes to help students realize they can take knowledge as
well as grades with them into their career.
From tutoring to mission work, giving back is Ryan’s
passion, and Baylor has given him the foundation needed to start his life. While his work has already begun here, he
will continue to give back and impact lives throughout the world.
Fun fact about Ryan- He traveled to Uganda on a mission trip with his fraternity last summer!
