Jana’s Campaign promotes dating violence awareness and prevention
Story by Lauren Alley, Isabel Ashley, Staff Writer, News Editor
February 21, 2020
In addition to being Black History Month, February highlights Teen Dating Violence Awareness. So, it was only fitting that on Feb. 13, a representative from the education and violence prevention organization, Jana’s Campaign, visited Baker University to promote awareness and prevention of domestic and ...
Women’s Track and Field athletes qualify for Nationals
Story by Makenzie Musgrove, Sports Editor
February 19, 2020
Even though it is still early in the season for the Wildcats Track and Field teams, there have been a multitude of athletes that have already qualified to compete at the 2020 NAIA Indoor National Championships in Brookings, S. D. on March 5-7. Freshman, Talisa Stone, qualified in the Wildcats first...
‘Day of Giving’ offers volunteer opportunity
Story by Isabel Ashley, News Editor
February 9, 2020
"The third annual Day of Giving takes place on Baker’s Founder’s Day, Wednesday, February 12. The Day of Giving is a 24-hour online fundraising campaign, and this year all donations will go towards the Baker Fund. News editor Isabel Ashley met with Rachel Shuck, assistant director of development,...
New grant proposal aims to aid student mental health
Story by Megan Stover, Staff Writer
December 12, 2019
Baker University is in the process of applying for a new government grant that would enhance the campus’ mental health services. According to McAllister and Quinn, the University’s consulting company, the grant aims to do four important things: enhance mental health services for all college students--including...
Student publishes Christian devotional
Story by Maya Hodison, Writer
December 9, 2019
Publishing a piece for the first time is something every aspiring writer looks forward to. Writing a book can be a long and detailed process, but for senior Hannah Greer, it was all worth it in the end. Greer is an English and Education double major at Baker who recently released her first published...
Baldwin City invites many unique businesses to area
Story by Halle Morrell, Social Media Editor
December 3, 2019
The quaint town of Baldwin City, Kansas is known for its simple charm and lack of urban amenities. However, the past few months have brought many unique businesses into the area. From a coffee shop to a yoga studio to a bar/coffee shop/bookstore, Baldwin City continues to grow and prosper. Uniquely...
Summer travel gives students new opportunities
Story by Halle Morrell, Social Media Editor
December 2, 2019
Baker University is known for its many unique travel opportunities. From study abroad to Interterm, students almost always have the opportunity to travel if they choose. One of the newest travel opportunities being offered by Baker is summer term travel. Throughout the month of May, Baker staff members...
“Living Undocumented”: Opening the door to immigration discussion
Story by Megan Stover, Staff Writer
December 2, 2019
"Living Undocumented" is Netflix’s newest documentary that focuses on the plight of undocumented immigrants living in America. The documentary not only features Hispanic immigrants, but also Israeli, Thai and African. One of the stories centered around a couple who were detained by ICE in a Kansas City...
University pushes for parking permits
Story by Halle Morrell, Social Media Editor
November 26, 2019
While the Baker University campus is home to many great opportunities, the option to easily find a parking spot is not one of them. It is not uncommon for students and faculty to have to spend time searching the areas around campus in order to find a place to legally park their vehicle. In order to address...
Netflix and Nickelodeon announce 200 million dollar deal
Story by Will Hanson, Arts and Entertainment Editor
November 23, 2019
Following the release of “Disney +” Netflix has announced a multi-year deal with Nickelodeon. This deal pertains to Nickelodeon and Netflix to produce and create new shows and movies based on old or original content. The New York Times reports that the partnership with Netflix is worth more than...
Grammy Awards announces nominations
Story by Will Hanson, Arts and Entertainment Editor
November 21, 2019
On Wednesday Nov. 20, the 2020 Grammy Nominations were announced to the public. The 62 Grammy Awards is scheduled to air on Jan. 26, 2020. It will be hosted by Alicia Keys for the second year in a row. This Grammy telecast will be the first under the leadership of the first female president of the...
Nick Goodman: His City Council campaign
Story by Maya Hodison, Writer
November 20, 2019
When Residence Director Nicholas Goodman applied to run for City Council of Baldwin City in Jan. 2019, no one else had applied, so he decided to rise to the occasion. Right as the deadline was approaching in May 2019, six other people applied. With only three spots open, this made his competition insta...
