The Baker Orange

Roberts named BU@150 speaker

Story by Sharon Stauffer • March 22, 2007

Cokie Roberts, a political analyst for ABC News and National Public Radio, has been chosen to deliver the keynote address at convocation Sept. 18, 2007, as part of Baker University's BU@150 celebration and as the featured speaker in the Loreine Collins Dietrich Distinguished Lecture Series.

Durant needs to stay, earn education and championship

March 22, 2007

With the end of the University of Texas' season comes the question: is Kevin Durant going to turn pro or stick around for a few more years? Durant, a 6-foot-10 swingman, is every coach's dream. He can shoot from behind the arc and post up on the big men inside.

Four “underachieve” at national meet

Story by Matulka, P.J. • March 22, 2007

While students were on spring break, four track athletes were focused on their strides at the national meet, and the rest of the team took a break from in-state competition. Senior Brent Randle competed in the triple jump and long jump, sophomore Richie Bryant competed in the 60-meter dash, sophomore Chelsey Ornburn competed in the pole vault, and freshman Ashlee Miller made her national debut in the pentathlon.

DeSpain leads students to aid Alabama

March 22, 2007

Nine students, two faculty members and one daughter traveled to Baldwin County, Alabama, to help build houses for Habitat for Humanity during spring break. This year, the number of students making the trip was low, so instead of getting a bus, the group saved money by flying to Alabama.

Strong women to be celebrated

March 22, 2007

At 7 p.m. Wednesday at Espress Yourself, 19 women nominated by the Baker University community will be recognized as the second group of women of strength. Coordinator of Women's Programs Tracy Williams said she sent a campus wide e-mail asking people to nominate those they think of as women of strength.

‘Cats have forgettable Texas trip

Story by McDonald, Kristopher • March 22, 2007

After jumping out of the gate with a 4-3 record, the Wildcat softball team hit a large bump in the road going 1-7 over spring break. To start the weeklong break, the 'Cats headed south to play in the Hilltopper Classic in Austin, Texas, where they were the only NAIA school competing in the tournament.

Friendly Baker image sullied by bad behavior

March 22, 2007

The Monday before spring break, I along with about half the students on campus, was required to attend an informational presentation about the possibility of a flu pandemic given by a visitor to our campus. The meeting lasted about 45 minutes, and I couldn't help but be appalled at the crowd's reaction.

Leaders emerge in media

March 22, 2007

The Baker University Mass Media and Communication department has new faces filling the editorial positions for next year. Jenalea Myers was hired as editor of the Baker Orange for 2007-2008. Dominique Adkins was announced as station manager for KNBU-FM. Lesley Gill was hired as production manager for KNBU-TV and Tricia Shelton as executive producer of KNBU-TV.

Residence hall staffs announced

March 22, 2007

Now that the long-awaited process of interviewing has finally ended, the 2007-2008 resident assistants and hall directors have been announced. Associate Dean of Students Shelby Coxon said several people contribute to the decision-making process, including students who have formerly held RA positions.

Youth needed in ’08 election

Story by Courtney Servaes • March 8, 2007

Both Democratic front runners Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama have rolled up their Ivy League sleeves and logged onto one of the most popular Web sites in the college community: Facebook. But how dirty will the 2008 presidential candidates get in their search for young supporters? For the past few weeks, the media have provided an open forum for mudslinging.

Spring break bust

March 8, 2007

Some people say money is the root of all evil, and it seems especially true when it comes to deciding what plans to make for that week of relaxation known as spring break. This year, while some students are traveling to tropical islands, skiing down the slopes or putting endless amounts of money into slot machines, the rest will be trying to find other means of entertainment.

Number praised with pie in the eye

March 8, 2007

Students had the opportunity to pie their professors at the first annual Pi Day celebration Wednesday. Freshman Libby Steele, a member of the Math Club that created the event, said she suggested the club hold the Pi Day event as a fundraiser. She said it was originally planned for next Wednesday; however, since that date is during spring break, the club decided to hold the event a week earlier.