Browsing: Arts and Life

When I first sat down, Black began by asking me to place the money for the reading in my hands and make a wish; she then proceeded to ask me to cut the deck of tarot cards she had earlier placed in front of me. After doing so, Black asked me to tell her two questions I wanted to know about.

The indie music world was busy this week. There’s new music from festival favorites like Declan McKenna and Noah Kahan as well as alternative pop kings Bleachers.

Syllabus week is upon us, which means classes will be handing out less homework now than they will for the rest of the semester. Here’s a list of things to do to get reacquainted with Waco while you have the time.

It’s hard to imagine 2023 without long denim skirts and the resurgence of Adidas sneakers. These trends shaped our social media feeds and bank accounts, but they also affected our life at Baylor. With 2024 being barely a month in, here are the ins and outs for Baylor.

Gladstone was the first indigenous actress nominated for best actress in a motion picture at the Golden Globes. The actress has racked up a number of awards nominations this year and is bound to make a statement at the Oscars as well.

Beyond the big names, 2024 is a great year for smaller, lesser-known artists beginning their touring journeys. Students commented on the tours and shows they are looking forward to the most in this upcoming year.

Between trying (and possibly failing) to find your new classes and standing in an hourslong line in the bookstore just to grab a $300 textbook, you’re going to need a good playlist to get you through. Here’s some of the best new music you may have missed so far this year.

It’s here. Finals week — the week we’ve all been dreading and a hopeful sign that the semester will soon be over. While this week is sure to be filled with frantic studying and caffeine-induced panic attacks in Moody Memorial Library, music is the one thing that everyone on campus will be using for motivation and stress release. Here are some top new tracks for every finals mood.

Waco is home to many different cultures and lifestyles, and while there is plenty of opportunities for those living in the city, what about those who are no longer living at all? Little do most people know, some of Waco’s most famous tourist spots are allegedly home to a multitude of ghosts.

Fooligan once again took the stage at Common Grounds in anticipation of its new single, “No Clue.” This was the band’s first performance with its new lineup after most of the original lineup went their separate ways in August, leaving just lead vocalist Michael Thornton.

We’re heading into the last week of classes before finals season is in full swing. Here are some activities to do in Waco to take away some of the pressure of studying for exams — and to get you out of Moody Memorial Library for an hour or two.

What do ancient Greek figures such as Phaethon and Arachne have to do with us today, and why should we pay attention to the lessons they learned? These are the questions that Emmy-nominated film producer and Baylor professor SJ Murray seeks to answer in her newly-founded nonprofit, “The Greats Story Lab.”

The Ballroom Dance Society is a hidden gem on Baylor’s campus. Filled with waltz, swing, foxtrot, cha-cha and salsa lessons, it features a variety of styles for anyone who wants to learn the art of ballroom dance. The group meets at 7 p.m. every Friday in the Bill Daniel Student Center.

If you’ve walked around Fountain Mall between noon and 5 p.m. at any point in the last two years, you have surely come across — or almost been run over by — the men who make up Baylor’s skateboarding community. Whether you appreciate their “boys being boys” mentality or not, they hope to be here to stay.

The lifeline of the Waco Downtown Cultural District, Austin Avenue is home to many locally owned businesses, both new and old. A favorite among vintage and antique collectors as well as fans of “shabby chic” style is Cameron Trading Co.