Dr. Karon N. LeCompte, associate professor for the centennial professor award, created by the baylor class of 1945, honors two tenured faculty members with a $5,000 centennial faculty development award for research projects, which facilitate their development and contribute to the academic life of the university. these projects may include travel for study or research, the development of innovative teaching materials or other professional development activities. from Baylor Class of 1945, 04/24/2023.