Author: Maya Butler

By Maya Butler | ContributorBaylor is known for its religious integration into courses, athletics and social organizations. However, not all of Baylor’s students are Christian. In fact, unlike a lot of her classmates, New Braunfels senior Morgan Pettis is an atheist. Pettis’ childhood never placed religion as a top priority as she was raised by a non-Christian mother in one household and a non-devout Lutheran father in her other household. “It wasn’t really an upfront topic in my family — basically in the same realm as going to soccer practice. You could go to Bible study if you felt like…

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By Maya Butler | ReporterCollege years are often defined as the time for self-discovery. And in many ways, it’s true. It means being on your own, exploring clubs and organizations you never knew existed, creating new friendships and preparing for what lies ahead after graduation. But in labeling college that essential phase of self-discovery, a lot of pressure can build up from all the expectation. I remember right before the start of my senior year, I started feeling very anxious about school and post-grad life. Because I no longer felt so sure of what I wanted, I started doubting myself…

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