Periods shouldn’t be embarrassing, but they are, so how do we change this?
Author: Juliana Vasquez
Juliana Vasquez
Juliana Vasquez is a sophomore from El Campo, Texas, double majoring in rhetorical communication and political science. Outside of class she can be found doom-scrolling through TikTok, listening to podcasts, and trying new restaurants. After graduation, she hopes to pursue a career in criminal law, advocating for those who cannot advocate for themselves.
“Noe is here legally. He has all of his papers. He’s done all of his work … He is not a criminal, and ICE picked him up. They will not let him go,” McGuire said. “We are out here protesting this because it is not American. It’s illegal, it’s unconstitutional and it’s just not right.”
Although the war seems like it could be worlds away, it impacts Baylor students in a more personal way than most generally assume — particularly in the grocery store runs, Stolze said.
Some of these legislative changes could impact Baylor students, specifically those who utilize Medicaid, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and federal financial aid. This legislation impacts students and the social welfare programs American citizens utilize.
Tapestry of Care, a new $1.76 million initiative, aims to bridge the gap between faith communities and mental health support, helping churches better address crises and connect congregations with vital resources.
“I appreciate it a lot more, because I’m getting to be a part of the hard work instead of just having it done for me,” Everitt said. “I think it was a good experience and a good way to meet the other people in our hall.”