The Baker Orange

Morocco Day 3 and 4: Rabat – Rif Mountains – Chefchaouen – Ceuta, Spain

Story by Katie Thurbon • October 16, 2013

We turned our backs on Rabat to begin the journey to a small village in the Rif Mountains where we would be having lunch with a village family.

Morocco Day 2: Rabat

Story by Katie Thurbon • October 15, 2013

The Morocco Exchange program provided many opportunities to speak with Moroccans our age, giving us the chance to correct much of our false information about Islam. They spoke with knowledge on most current events and of the intricacies of their government. I know for a fact most Americans can’t do that. I came away with more knowledge and respect for the Moroccan people and for Islam in general.

Morocco Day 1: Tarifa – Tangier – Rabat

Story by Katie Thurbon • October 13, 2013

The four-day Morocco excursion was an advertised part of the program that I chose to come to Spain. Therefore, I have known I would be going to Morocco for many months but nothing could have prepared me for what I encountered.

Looks Can Be Deceiving

Story by Katie Thurbon • October 2, 2013

Despite the idealized treatment they receive from Hollywood, most iconic places are supremely real and thus not exempt from economic, political or social crises.

Budgeting key for college students

Story by Jessica Lane • October 1, 2013

Freshman Jessica Lane advises students on how to successfully budget their money.

KC Chiefs find success early

Story by Chad Mullens • October 1, 2013

Sophomore sports writer Chad Mullen discusses the potential of the Kansas City Chiefs.

Cellphones create classroom distraction

Story by The Baker Orange Editorial Board • October 1, 2013

The Baker Orange editorial board discusses the need for students to put their phones away in exchange for paying attention in class.

Alumna humbled by lessons learned in Haiti

Story by Madison Mater • September 23, 2013

Baker University alumna Madison Mater shares her experience of living and working in Croix des Bouquets, Haiti, since graduating last spring.

The Sidewalk Victory

Story by Katie Thurbon • September 20, 2013

I had a personal triumph today. After only being here a week, I have already mastered navigating the sidewalks. Now I know this doesn’t sound too impressive but let me tell you a little about how the streets work here.

Bechard urges students to expect, embrace the unexpected

Story by Lauren Bechard • September 19, 2013

Sports editor Lauren Bechard encourages students to embrace the unexpected when life doesn't go according to plan.

The Señoras

Story by Katie Thurbon • September 18, 2013

I came here with Central College Abroad. There are a total of 25 American students here with this program (only five of whom are men) and I chose it primarily because they place all of their students in Spanish homestays. This sounded like a great way to get to know more of the Spanish culture firsthand and, of course, to get free meals.

Baker community leaves lasting impression

Story by Khadijah Lane • September 17, 2013

Sophomore Khadijah Lane describes her experience at BU and how each person she's met has made an impact on her life.