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Ella Fitzgerald got it wrong: Summertime livin’ is not easy
The idea of summer being this beautiful time of year for a break is just not reality. Summer is a sweaty and preoccupied time. This is not to say that I have never had fun during the summer, because I have. I am just pointing out that it is not all it is talked up to be and that there are better seasons in the year.
Martin Museum of Art exhibit to showcase power of femininity
The Martin Museum of Art will introduce an exhibition of works from German artist Käthe Kollwitz, titled “The Hammer That Shapes Reality,” on May 14. The exhibit has been in the works for over a year and will run until Nov. 10.
Shut down ‘Terminator’ mentality: Technology won’t take over unless we let it
Our world is a consistently evolving place, and there’s no telling how technology will affect our future. So, as a society, it might be best to accept it and learn how it can help us.
Column: The newsroom’s favorite tunes
While music connects us, our taste shows a piece of who we are. Find out more about who the staff of The Lariat are by reading what they have to say about their very own self-proclaimed theme songs.
No. 1 Baylor acro & tumbling to take it ‘one day at a time’...
No. 1 Baylor acrobatics and tumbling will look toward securing its ninth straight NCATA National Championship with a "one day at a time" approach. The Bears open the postseason tournament with No. 8 Fairmont State in the quarterfinals at 6 p.m. on Thursday at the Feaster Center in Fairmont, W.Va.
Baylor baseball avenges earlier loss with 9-3 win over Sam Houston
Baylor baseball third baseman Hunter Teplanszky tripped at first base when taking his secondary lead in the bottom of the first inning, but it was intentional. As Teplanszky face-planted, San Houston senior left-handed pitcher Gavi Coldiron disengaged with the rubber in confusion.
Civil Discourse Event discusses handling controversial topics on college campuses
The universitywide Civil Discourse Event: Perspectives on Free Speech on College Campuses covered varying opinions about the place of controversial topics, viewpoint diversity, bias and censorship Tuesday evening.
Back where it began: Different paths bring high school trio to Baylor
Baylor baseball juniors infielder Hunter Teplanszky and outfielders Ty Johnson and Wesley Jordan are consistent pieces of the Bears’ lineup. But before they were starters on head coach Mitch Thompson’s lineup, they were all teammates for the Marcus High School Marauders in Flower Mound.
Start your engines: Storage company to host car show benefiting nonprofit
In partnership with Waco Habitat for Humanity, Amy’s Attic will host its first “Cars for a Cause” event from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday at 1821 South New Road. The event will include a car show along with local food trucks and vendors, raising funds for the humanitarian efforts of Habitat for Humanity.
Beyond the stage and into the piano: Technicians work to repair, improve
Tucked away in Roxy Grove Hall and McCrary Music Building is an assortment of pianos, which is what someone may expect to find beyond their stages. But with about 200 pianos in daily use on campus, the instruments need consistent work and repairs.
Faculty by day, musicians by night: Professors form jazz band ‘Uptown Swing’
During the day, Dr. Alexandre Thiltges teaches French to Baylor students, but every third Tuesday evening of the month, he becomes a guitarist for the Pinewood Roasters house jazz band: Uptown Swing.
Molly Haywood develops pole vault passion from American Ninja Warrior
Baylor track and field freshman pole vaulter Molly Haywood may be hitting new heights in her event, but her love for the sport spurred from her competitions in American Ninja Warrior Junior as a 10-year-old.
‘How bad do you want this?’: Students of nontraditional age persevere to get degrees
Bobby Frillou, 44-year-old Waco sophomore is a part-time student who also works as an electronic and technology support technician for Baylor's film and digital media department. He dropped out of high school and got his GED at 24 years old and now is working on his third college degree.
Being Brad: First gent talks college memories, relationship advice
Being the first gent of Baylor is no ordinary opportunity. For Brad Livingstone, every day is a new chance to bring light into the world alongside his wife, Baylor President Linda Livingstone. From the basketball court to the Allbritton House, Livingstone has lived a multidimensional life as a basketball lover, a "Beatles freak" and a devoted husband.
Beyond the classroom: Staff preserve history through restoration of downtown church
Lane Murphy, director of marketing and communications for the School of Engineering and Computer Science, and Amy Murphy, lecturer in the School of Social Work, bought the church building to try to preserve it as a historic landmark of the Black community.
Beyond the stripes: Student Foundation selflessly serves Baylor
While they may be known for wearing their classic green-and-white striped shirts and riding tandem bikes, members of Student Foundation contribute to Baylor in so many more ways than they will ever be recognized for.
Cultural clubs are for everyone
Cultural diversity brings a deeper understanding of the world — and with Baylor’s student body continuously growing in diversity, the opportunities to learn about cultures keep expanding. Baylor currently has over 40 academic/professional, religious, Greek and special interest multicultural groups that host events anyone can attend.
Try your hand at juggling multiple extracurriculars
While looking back on all my involvements, I can confidently say that I have no regrets participating in my weird mix of activities. I hope my fellow Bears can also say they have no regrets — not because they are limiting themselves but because they are experiencing as many things as possible.
Waco funeral home ‘extremely blessed’ to lay local unclaimed deceased to rest
Most are aware that giving a friend or family the ceremony they deserve requires the forking over of a sizable check — one that could easily cover a car or a year of rent. But it takes more than cash to make it happen, and among these other things is a form of capital people often take for granted: relationships. And for those who lack both, the days after death are not a story often told.
‘Best job on campus’: Lynnette Geary serves, teaches as university carillonneur
Lynnette Geary has operated the instrument since 1996 and has served as university carillonneur since 2006. In addition to playing the instrument, Geary has two students. One of them, Dr. Paul Hagelstein, is not only a student of the carillon but also a professor of mathematics.
Author, theologian, mentor: Professor helps students ‘change the world’
From teaching at Baylor and authoring almost 30 books to preaching at churches around the world, there are not many fields where Dr. Greg Garrett does not have his foot in the door.
Ready, set, fight! Students train in stage combat
Theater majors and other students alike can put their physical acting skills to the test in a stage combat class, learning to create the illusion of fight scenes.
Glorybell Coffee provides coffee, connection with God
“I hope that people feel just a sense of a Holy Spirit-filled space that's just welcoming to all,” Lim said. “It just shows that the heart of our church is within our coffee shop, and possibly, they may want to visit the church.”
Review: ‘The Tortured Poets Department’ needs to make layoffs
With this album, Taylor Swift sells her own misery. Without divulging the secret torture of her relationships with Matty Healy and Joe Alwyn and teasing the cute, triumphant moments with Travis Kelce (“The Alchemy”), this album wouldn’t sell as much as it has. The lore of Taylor Swift — who she dates, why they break up — keeps the machine running, not the music itself.
‘The caveman experience’: Anthropology department to host annual goat roast
Students are invited to taste goat meat, throw spears and make stone tools at the anthropology department’s annual goat roast on Friday.
In case you missed it: April 19-21; Softball sweep, Big 12 Championships results
It was Big 12 Championships week, as several Baylor Athletics programs took part in the annual postseason tournament or event. But since not every sport has started its postseason yet, here's everything you may have missed in Baylor Athletics over the weekend.
Sports Take: Why pickleball has emerged as Baylor students’ go-to sport
We all know and love the revenue sports like football and basketball, but pickleball has become a popular sport to play, especially among college students. It's easy to learn and great to play with friends, and it doesn't require God-given talent or athleticism in order to perform at a high level.
Fencing Club seeks repairs, equipment following air conditioning leaks
After two air conditioning leaks in Russell Gymnasium that caused flood damage to equipment and the facility space, Baylor’s Fencing Club is having difficulties functioning and retaining member participation.
New Student Activities policy could see organizations paying $3,500 to host ‘expressive events’
Baylor has enacted a change in its policy toward “expressive activities,” charging student organizations up to $3,500 for police and fire safety fees for events that qualify.