Between a cancer diagnosis, infidelity and moving over 20 times, Chris and Julie Bennett said they have been through “hell and back” but still harbor the same love for each other they found freshman year of college.
Author: Kalena Reynolds
Kalena Reynolds
Kalena Reynolds is a junior Journalism major from Phoenix, AZ with minors in art history and media management. In her third semester at the Lariat, she is excited to continue her love of writing and story telling. Aside from writing, Kalena is also on the equestrian team at Baylor and has a deep love for music and songwriting. After graduation, she plans to go into the music industry.
Late at night in a dorm room in Penland Residence Hall, singer-songwriter and “The Voice” contestant Tori Templet discovered her love of writing and creating music.
Baylor women’s basketball announced the addition of Auburn transfer guard Taliah Scott to the program on Monday. Scott will have three years of eligibility remaining after suffering a season-ending injury in 2024-25.
“The Bug Lady” business owner Alaina Michaels grew up watching her peers experiment with questions surrounding their identity and passions. She said her experience was different.
In February, the NCAA announced a change in participation for transgender student-athletes following the Trump Administration’s executive orders. This new policy allows only student-athletes assigned female at birth to compete in women’s sports, while the men’s category is open to both.
Business owner and nail artist Minah Reynolds started pursuing her passion for nails when she was just 16 years old. Now, Reynolds has a unique niche of clientele she loves to serve — Baylor acrobatics and tumbling.
From Karen Carpenter to Adele, female musicians have always had a unique inclination for bringing an emotional essence to the music world by combining emotion and talent with their sound. Here is a list of five current female and non-binary musicians doing just that.
Between Sabrina Carpenter, Tate McRae and Charli XCX, pop is dominating the charts right now. Even though the vocal chops of most pop singers in the mainstream media are unmatched, fans and listeners still seem to be disappointed when listening to live or acoustic performances.
Baylor track and field warmly welcomed the outdoor season by hosting the Clyde Hart Classic on Saturday at Clyde Hart Track & Field Stadium. The Bears set a program record in the Hammer Throw and won first place in the women’s pole vault and women’s 4×100 meter race.
After a bitter loss to No. 1 TCU in the Phillips 66 Big 12 Championship, No. 4 seed Baylor women’s basketball walked onto the court ready for a deep NCAA Tournament run starting against No. 13 Grand Canyon in what head coach Nicki Collen called a “potentially bracket-busting game.”
In her first season with No. 4 Baylor women’s basketball and her last in college, senior center Aaronette Vonleh stole the show during the weeks leading up to March Madness. With the help of head coach Nicki Collen and her teammates, Vonleh averaged a career-best 14.6 points and 5.6 rebounds per game and will declare for the WNBA Draft following the semester.
Early on No. 4 Baylor women’s basketball junior forward Bella Fontleroy’s career head coach Nicki Collen quickly identified her unique defensive poise. From taking charges to blocking shots Fontleroy set out at the beginning of the year to strengthen her defensive game and better understand opponent tendencies.
The restaurant is set to open on April 1, featuring a variety of European dinner foods such as crab beignets, 12-ounce ribeye and half-bird confit. But the main course Fischer wants people to take away from his restaurant is happiness.
Graduate long jumper Alexis Brown became the first Baylor athlete to win a national championship in the long jump event at the NCAA Championships in Virginia Beach, Va., Friday. After a season of consistently jumping over 22 feet, the victory came as no surprise to Brown and her coaches.
At 8 p.m. on Sunday at Common Grounds, alumnae and current “The Voice” contestant Tori Templet performed an array of original songs in a show alongside opener and Vail, Colo. senior Langley Cerovich.
The store’s main concept is to provide something for everyone and ensure every customer finds something that suits their vision, no matter the price range or style, Cole said.
“Today was a tough day for the Bears,” head coach Jay Goble said. “I feel like we were prepared and ready to have a great day, but this game humbles you quickly. We will regroup and get ready to have a much better day tomorrow.”
Between name, image and likeness, eligibility and gender equity, the world of college athletics are rapidly changing. One recent shift in NCAA media coverage involves Lesley sophomore guard Baileigh Sinaman-Daniel — a Division III basketball player who just became the first woman with one arm to score in a collegiate game.
Baylor track and field gained momentum at the Big 12 Indoor Championships in Lubbock on Saturday, highlighted by senior sprinter Nathaniel Ezekiel breaking his own school record in the 400 meters and helping the Bears win the 4×400 relay. Graduate student sprinter Alexis Brown and junior sprinter Tiriah Kelley secured two podium finishes, leading the women’s team to an enthusiastic third-place overall finish with 64 points.
At the intersection of adversity and perseverance, sophomore tumbler Payton Washington found more than just a place on Baylor acrobatics and tumbling — she found herself as a leader.
Whether you are looking for a fresh study spot or just want a good caffeine boost, spicing up your coffee game is always fun. From dog-friendly to internationally inspired, here are Waco’s five most unique coffee spots.
What does a cardboard cutout of Queen Elizabeth, lemons and Kanye West have in common? The answer lies in four roommates who decided to write an album inspired by their college experience as individuals and living together.
For freshman sprinter Royaltee Brown, integrating into the track program at Baylor has meant reworking her routine to compete against upperclassmen. Brown tweaked her form and made sure she prioritized confidence.
No. 19 Baylor women’s basketball won their seventh straight game, the longest active streak in the Big 12, taking down Colorado 84-62 Thursday night at the CU Events Center in Boulder. The win keeps the Bears in a two-way tie for first place in the conference with No. 9 TCU.
In no particular order, here is a look at the five most iconic Sing acts we’ve seen so far.
While most 13-year-olds are just starting to develop their sense of self, Waco artist Will Suarez was experimenting with the inner workings of his creativity and learning how to graffiti. Now, years later, he is a multi-talented artist working with notable companies like Sendero Provisions Co. and Creative Waco.
After a productive trip to the Aggie Classic in College Station, winning three games in three days, No. 23 Baylor softball is ready to defend the den during the Getterman Classic against No. 3 Oklahoma and Hofstra this weekend at Getterman Stadium.
As Valentine’s Day reservations are made and posts of couples start flooding social media, love is on the brain for many at this time of the year. In case you’ve been giving your own relationship some extra thought recently, here are some predictors that could help you determine if your relationship is destined for success.
As female college athletes have taken the media by storm, increased television coverage and financial recognition are propelling women’s sports to new heights. For the first time, individual players are being highlighted on the same level as their male counterparts.
Before the 2024 indoor season, Kennedale graduate jumper and sprinter Alexis Brown had never completed an entire competition season due to injuries and transfer rules. Now fully healthy, Brown is ranked No. 3 in the world in the long jump.