Tips for surviving a relentless winter
Story by Editoral Staff
February 15, 2019
Filed under Uncategorized, Voices
Students bundled up in their thickest winter jackets in order to repel the polar vortex elements this month. Temperatures in Baldwin City dropped to -3 degrees Fahrenheit on Jan. 30. The wind was not forgiving either as the blustering gusts added to the already-below-freezing conditions. Classes were ...
Cost of healthcare is no longer a secret
Story by Sarah Day, News Editor
February 15, 2019
Under a new health law included in the Affordable Care Act, hospitals are required to provide prices for various procedures to patients online as of Jan 1, 2019. This is in hopes that customers feel a greater sense of transparency from potential providers. Because of the increased straightforward nature, patie...
Students stir an online uproar at protest
Story by Maya Hodison, Staff Writer
February 15, 2019
Free speech and the ability to protest are rights students have on and off campus. When confrontation arises, the manner in which students handle themselves can paint the institution they attend in a certain light. Recently, a confrontation went viral between a group of Catholic school boys and Nativ...
The championship fate of a coin flip
Story by Justin Toumberlin, Photo Editor
February 15, 2019
Filed under Opinion, Sports, Voices
"Heads.” This one word was the deciding factor between the Kansas City Chiefs first AFC Championship title in 50 years. The Chiefs found themselves facing the New England Patriots in the AFC Championship game Jan. 20 at Arrowhead Stadium. The game would ultimately come down to a coin flip that decided...
The final countdown
Story by Editorial Staff
February 15, 2019
Filed under Opinion, Showcase, Voices
This semester marks the last semester that The Baker Orange will be a print publication. Though we as an editorial staff are saddened by the end of the print era, we are honored that we have the opportunity to produce this traditional newspaper for its final issues. We hope readers appreciate the final iss...
Understanding finances is important
Story by Sarah Day, News Editor
December 10, 2018
The college years are full of plenty of expenses and lots of opportunities to have fun. Many students split their time between school, extracurriculars and work. Adulthood may still seem far away for students who are more dependent, while independent students seem to be right in the middle of it. The li...
Nation grapples with dangers of climate change
Story by Jamie Pellikaan, A&E Editor
December 10, 2018
Filed under Uncategorized, Voices
By the end of the century, the United States could face thousands of deaths, billions of lost dollars and an increased number of deadly weather patterns. This is not a post-apocalyptic fantasy on TV, nor is it pure speculation into the future. This is the reality the United States faces if the fail...
Is the White House acting unethically?
Story by Staff
December 10, 2018
While President Trump is not known for his eloquence or poise during press conferences, November saw the banning of CNN’s Jim Acosta from the White House over alleged aggressive behavior towards an intern. To defend the revoking of Acosta’s clearance, the White House issued a doctored video of the incident whi...
Hate crimes on rise; vigilance needed
Story by Jamie Pellikaan, A&E Editor
November 6, 2018
Filed under Voices
Eleven people were killed in a synagogue while congregants gathered for a service. Two people were killed while shopping at a Kroger’s in Kentucky. These were not random acts of violence; the people killed were targeted because of their race or religion. These crimes were fueled from hate and fear...
Hunger remains an American issue
Story by Sarah Day, News Editor
November 6, 2018
Filed under Voices
Hunger in America is much more common than people often think. In fact, one in every six citizens are hungry— that number equates to 49 million people in total. Most are food insecure, concerned about where their next meal will come from, even if it is only at some points throughout the year. Thi...
‘Queen of Tarts’ pops up in Baldwin City
Story by Lily Stephens, Multimedia Editor
November 6, 2018
Filed under Multimedia, Voices
After a morning run on the brick streets of Baldwin City, Managing Editor Jenna Black spotted a red-and-white striped umbrella on the corner of 7th and High Street. She soon discovered that underneath that umbrella was baker Amanda Schultz and her homemade pop tarts. Black quickly told me that she though...
Social life becomes nearly extinct
Story by Elizabeth Hanson, Editor
November 5, 2018
I’m just going to say it because it’s been on just about everyone’s mind since this semester began last Aug. You may or may not have noticed, but the social life at Baker has pretty much gone as extinct as the dinosaurs. Fraternity parties are a thing of the past and used to be a social option ...