What is BCM LIFE?
BCM LIFE is Baylor College of Medicine’s student well-being initiative managed under the BCM Well-Being program within Human Resources. BCM LIFE partners with internal student departments like the Office of Student and Trainee Service, the Wellness Intervention Team, Student Benefits, and Student Ambassadors to offer a robust well-being offering to the student population.
2025 Highlights and Moving Forward
Thank you to the BCM student community members who participated in BCM LIFE activities last year. The health and well-being of our student population is crucial to the success of our future healthcare workforce and our organization. Here are a few key themes from 2025, improvements for the 2026 program year, and suggestions to maximize your BCM LIFE experience this year.
Participation
Students enrolled in the School of Medicine, School of Health Professions, or the Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences are eligible to participate in BCM LIFE. Enrollment in the Baylor student health insurance plan is not required.
From events hosted by BCM LIFE Ambassadors to digital programs in the well-being portal, BCM LIFE programs are designed for everyone. Students may even find additional resources on our educational opportunities page (recorded presentations are for informational purposes only; students do not receive incentives for watching).
Feedback Theme #1: Well-Being Portal Usability
Our well-being portal partner, Asset Health, has introduced several upgrades for 2026 across both the desktop site and mobile app to create a more intuitive experience.
Do you have ideas for how we can continue to improve the well-being portal? Email your suggestions to bcm-life@bcm.edu.
Feedback Theme #2: Supportive and Healthy Work/Study Environments
This year, BCM Well-Being will continue to share resources to help leaders and students foster supportive, respectful, and well-being-centric environments. BCM LIFE Ambassadors will continue to plan monthly events and activities to support the BCM student community.
Feedback Theme #3: Staying Informed
Be sure to look out for the BCM LIFE newsletter and mentions of events and point opportunities in institutional communications, such as NewsLink. The well-being portal is the most up-to-date source, featuring a calendar with activities, classes, and deadlines. Events and additional opportunities are also available on InTouch.
Do you have ideas for how we can keep you informed? Email your suggestions to bcm-life@bcm.edu.
Feedback Theme #4: Versatile Incentives
New short-term incentives are available when completing challenges in the well-being portal. Students now have three prize options to choose from for each challenge completed.
Wishing you a meaningful, healthy, and successful year ahead.
BCM LIFE Ambassadors
BCM LIFE ambassadors are a group BCM students who are passionate about student well-being. They know the stresses that come as a student and their goal is to create interactive programming that will create opportunities to interact with BCM peers. Our ambassadors are:
- Liz Vrazel - Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences
- Giselle De La Torre Pinedo - Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences
- Nicole Nyamongo - School of Medicine
- Minh Nguyen, School of Medicine
- Zaniqua Bullock - Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences
- Isabella Hardej - School of Medicine (Temple Campus)
- Alyssa Paparella - Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences
The purpose of BCM LIFE ambassadors is to represent BCM LIFE as well as actively participate in the development, planning and management of current and future initiatives and events while encouraging the participation of their peers in wellness programming.
Have an idea for potential events for students? Email us at bcm-life@bcm.edu to pitch your idea!
BCM LIFE Incentives
BCM LIFE will host (5) challenges throughout 2026 in the well-being portal. Students can choose from a variety of prizes for each challenge they complete.
Mark your calendars - First challenge of the year: Retrain Your Brain | Feb. 9-March 8
This four-week challenge highlights unique activities each day to help you improve your brain health. Earn a BCM Eye Mask, BCM Tumbler with Straw, or a BCM Bento Box for completing the challenge.
| Timeframe | Challenge | Prizes |
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| Jan. 1 through Nov. 29 | Gateway to Good Health Challenge Track daily physical activity/steps toward various destinations around the world. Reach the final destination to complete the challenge! | Prizes for this challenge are announced throughout the year. |
| Spring Semester | Retrain Your Brain Challenge | Choose from:
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| Take 5 to Focus on Nature Challenge | Choose from:
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| Fall Semester | Hydration Challenge | Choose from:
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| Capture the Moment Challenge | Choose from:
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BCM LIFE Discounts
Students at BCM are eligible to receive a discounted membership to the following gyms. Contact BCM-LIFE@bcm.edu for details.
Discounts available for the Houston and Temple campuses
- BCM Wellness Center (Baylor login required)
- ClassPass - $13 off any plan. Use firstname.lastname@bcm.edu.
- 24 Hour Fitness
- Camp Gladiator
- Ryde
- Equinox
- UTHealth Recreation Center
Note: Students must use their BCM email addresses and/or BCM Badge for verification.
Discounts available for the Houston campuses only
- Dynamite Muaythai & Martial Arts: 20 percent discount on boxing gloves and training uniform. Four month curriculum includes a 1-on-1 private monthly training session (valued at $150 per session) for the duration of the curriculum.
- Barry's Bootcamp
Discounts available for the Temple campus only
- T3 Total Titan: 10 percent off any membership
- Orange Theory: $10 off any membership package
- Fieldhouse: $15 off per month
- Summit Rec Center: 25 percent off
Grants in Leadership Opportunities for Well-Being (GLOW) Awards
The GLOW Awards support BCM students in launching impactful wellness initiatives that benefit the student community. Awards ranging from $500 to $1,000 are available based on financial need and a strong commitment to student well-being. Have a wellness idea you’re ready to bring to life? Apply by March to be considered. Winners will be announced in April. Review requirements and considerations before submitting your application