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America needs an independent candidate

America needs an independent candidate

Story by Jamie Pellikaan, Writer March 29, 2018

Recently, I set out to tell my fellow classmates the imposing threat Russia poses to our national security. But, while sifting through article after article, I came face to face with what has been a steadily...

Students should advocate for change

Students should advocate for change

Story by Baker Orange Editorial Board March 28, 2018

High school students have begun a conversation about the safety of students in schools since the spike in deaths from gun violence across the United States. Students have taken the lead in addressing the...

The logo of the National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA), which is a stylized heart.

Baker needs more eating disorder resources

Story by Brenna Thompson, News Editor March 27, 2018

After 10 hours of phone interviews, dangerously low food intake and body weight, and a full-coverage insurance plan, I had finally qualified to enter the treatment center that would save my life. Yet still...

Greek members must be the change

Greek members must be the change

Story by Spencer Brown, Assistant News Editor March 26, 2018

From older movies like “Animal House” to newer ones like “Neighbors,” Greek life has been acquiring a damaging reputation for ages. And unfortunately, recent real stories only continue to justify...

In 2016, every day 116 people died from opioid-related overdoses. In the same year, 11.5 million people misused prescription opioids.

Opioid crisis demands more solutions

Story by Jamie Pellikaan, Writer March 23, 2018

Gun reform, the Russia investigation, taxes, the list goes on and on for problems which systemically plague the American people and solutions can be slow to find. However, this is one growing problem,...

CBD Oil pulled from Kansas shelves

CBD Oil pulled from Kansas shelves

Story by Brenna Thompson, News Editor March 19, 2018

A few months ago, I was referred to a psychiatrist in the Lawrence area for my anxiety and depression, as my previous antidepressants were only managing, rather than improving my mental state. This was...

Sitting out is not a bad thing

“Sitting out is not a bad thing”

Story by Sarah Day, Writer February 21, 2018

Roughly 1.6-3.8 million concussions occur in the United States every year due to participation in sports or other recreational activities. Up to 2.4 million of these involve children ages 5-18.  Because...

Students find escape in Jayhawk country

Students find escape in Jayhawk country

Story by Brenna Thompson, News Editor February 19, 2018

Baldwin City and Lawrence are two Midwestern towns that students now consider home. Although 15 miles, 20,000 students and state versus private university life separates us from one another, we are not...

Valentines Day: From history to industry

Valentine’s Day: From history to industry

Story by Elizabeth Hanson, Assistant Photo Editor February 14, 2018

The history of Valentine’s Day began in ancient Rome around the 5th century. However, during that time the celebration wasn’t all paper hearts and chocolate. It was a twisted celebration of love that...

Page 8 and 9 of the February issue.

A perfect Baldwin City Valentine’s Day

Story by Lily Stephens and Spencer Brown February 14, 2018

Look, Valentine's Day is here and whether you have a special someone to share it with or not, much like myself, let's make the most of the day. It’s not worth your time to wallow. I’m no relationship...

Russia: A threat to Americans

Russia: A threat to Americans

Story by Jamie Pellikaan, Writer February 4, 2018

Russia is a country synonymous with corruption, collusion and President Donald Trump. Russia has been the number-one news story for more than a year when doubts were first raised about Donald Trump’s...

Editors choose top five albums of 2017

Editors choose top five albums of 2017

Story by Dory Smith and Bailey Conklin December 31, 2017

Dory's Favorite Albums of 2017 SZA | "CTRL" SZA has been a blessing to my life ever since she dropped “CTRL” over the summer. “CTRL” has been out for months and I’ve yet to choose my favorite...

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