Over the past five to 10 years, I have witnessed a phenomenon: anime, the treasure I used to hold so dear to me, is beginning to spread nationwide. I have a fear that once it becomes mainstream in America, the quality of anime will decrease due to us forcing our societal norms onto the shows.

As a cultural sport, kendo may not be as well-known as others on campus. However, after receiving club sport status, the Baylor Kendo Club is reaching new heights with additional funding and opportunities.