Baker University Student News Media

The Baker Orange
Baker University Student News Media

The Baker Orange
Baker University Student News Media

The Baker Orange
Maria Gutierrez

Maria Gutierrez, Editor-in-Chief

Maria Gutierrez is a senior from Salina, Kan. She is a mass media major and a part of the Alpha Chi Omega sorority. In her spare time, she enjoys writing, drawing and making YouTube videos.

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The Biden-Harris Administration’s relief plan for student debt is an insufficient solution for the bigger problem: the cost of higher education. 

Editorial: Biden-Harris Administration’s debt relief is an insufficient solution

Story by Rebekah Nelson and Maria Gutierrez
September 30, 2022
Professional Drag Queen, Q, will make her Baker University debut on April 27 in Rice Auditorium. Q will serve as the host for the evening and will be joined by three other drag queens.

Total Equality Alliance hosts professional drag performers in reinvented show

Story by Maria Gutierrez, Arts and Entertainment Editor
April 25, 2022
In recent months, bills regarding LGBTQIA+ rights have been in high discussion. The passing of the "Don't Say Gay Bill" on March 28 is the biggest example.

“Don’t Say Gay” and why it will not protect students

Story by Maria Gutierrez, Arts and Entertainment Editor
April 11, 2022
Book banning has become a trend again as numerous school across the country are being ordered to restrict access to certain stories.

Banning Books: is it even legal?

Story by Maria Gutierrez, Arts and Entertainment Editor
March 28, 2022
As the overdose epidemic grows on college campuses, it's important to be aware of the symptoms and realities of drug use.

Editorial: Overdose epidemic grows on college campuses

Story by Maria Gutierrez, Arts and Entertainment Editor
February 28, 2022
NFTs, or non-fungible tokens, have become an increasing topic of conversation and debate among the digital world.

NFTs: What are they and why are people angry about them?

Story by Maria Gutierrez, Arts and Entertainment Editor
November 29, 2021
Squid Game, the popular television show made in South Korea, was released on Netflix on September 17, 2021 and has reached 111 million views.

The success of Netflix’s “Squid Game”

Story by Maria Gutierrez, Arts and Entertainment Editor
November 5, 2021
With the increasing number of positive COVID tests in the United States, Baker has resumed case tracking on the university website after student and faculty concern.

COVID-19 case tracking dashboard has returned

Story by Colbie Fairley and Maria Gutierrez
October 25, 2021
On Sept. 25th, Dear Evan Hansen releasesd in theaters. The movie features Ben Platt as the main character and is based on a coming-of-age stage musical that came out in 2016.

“Dear Evan Hansen,” you could have been worse

Story by Maria Gutierrez, Arts and Entertainment Editor
September 27, 2021
The cast of "Lucy Sweet Sullivan and the Petticoat Council" rehearse a scene to prepare for their weekend of shows beginning Sep. 24.

“Lucy Sweet Sullivan and the Petticoat Council:” The story of Baldwin’s community

Story by Maria Gutierrez, Arts and Entertainment Editor
September 22, 2021
Protests arose in the state of Texas after The Heartbeat Act was set in place on Sept. 1.

Texas’ Heartbeat Act: What Next?

Story by Maria Gutierrez, Arts and Entertainment Editor
September 17, 2021
Queer baiting is an increasingly popular topic of conversation, and is problematic for the LGBTQIA+ community.

Queerbaiting: Why does it matter?

Story by Maria Gutierrez, Arts and Entertainment Editor
August 30, 2021
Following celebrity Colton Underwood publicly coming out, it becomes important to discuss celebrities and their ability to come out without being ridiculed.

Heteronormativity: still a very prevalent issue

Story by Maria Gutierrez, Staff Writer
May 11, 2021
Baker University President Lynne Murray lights a candle at the event.

“A Night of Unity” highlights race and ethnicity issue awareness

Story by Maria Gutierrez, Staff Writer
May 8, 2021
Physical Education major Patricia Moore (left) and Musical Education major Kara Smith (right) win the 2021 Teacher of Promise Award.

Students recognized as teachers of promise

Story by Maria Gutierrez, Staff Writer
May 2, 2021
Harlaxton College study abroad programs will return beginning summer 2021. This will be the first time students have lived in the manor since an abrupt departure in spring of 2020.

Harlaxton travel to resume starting summer 2021

Story by Maria Gutierrez, Staff Writer
April 22, 2021
Counseling Center Director Tim Hodges receives Kansas Counselor of the Year.

Tim Hodges recognized as “Counselor of the Year” by Kansas Counseling Association

Story by Maria Gutierrez, Staff Writer
April 20, 2021
Jo's Diner shows a sign to alert customers of their closing.

Jo’s Diner and The Salt Mine close their doors

Story by Maria Gutierrez, Staff Writer
April 1, 2021
On Mar. 25, Baker University band gathered together to perform for a limited audience in Rice Auditorium.

Baker University Band holds indoor concert

Story by Maria Gutierrez, Staff Writer
March 28, 2021
The home screen for Zoom includes the date, time and place to join meetings through a specific password. Students have varied opinions on the setup of Zoom.

Hybrid classes impact in-person attendance

Story by Maria Gutierrez, Staff Writer
March 24, 2021
Residence halls to allow limited number of guests

Residence halls to allow limited number of guests

Story by Maria Gutierrez, Staff Writer
March 12, 2021
Q&A forum aids in transition to Baker Core program

Q&A forum aids in transition to Baker Core program

Story by Maria Gutierrez, Staff Writer
March 4, 2021
What to know about the COVID-19 vaccines

What to know about the COVID-19 vaccines

Story by Maria Gutierrez, Staff Writer
February 10, 2021
Collins Center has been the home for graduation ceremonies over the years. This year's winter graduation was cancelled in consideration for rising COVID-19 cases with hopes all previously cancelled graduations can be combined in May 2021.

December commencement cancelled due to COVID-19

Story by Maria Gutierrez, Staff Writer
November 23, 2020
The Rise of "Among Us"

The Rise of “Among Us”

Story by Maria Gutierrez, Staff Writer
October 30, 2020
Homestead Kitchen and Bakery works to unveil their latest project of the 8th Street Burger Shop.

8th Street Burger Shop comes to Baldwin City

Story by Maria Gutierrez, Staff Writer
October 26, 2020
Senior Ashley Pippin sits at the circulation desk inside Collins Library. As part of the Work Study Program, students at Baker can apply to work as a Library Assistant.

Work Study hours take cuts due to pandemic hardships

Story by Maria Gutierrez, Staff Writer
October 13, 2020
Comparing the Influenza and COVID-19 pandemics on Baker University's campus

Comparing the Influenza and COVID-19 pandemics on Baker University’s campus

Story by Maria Gutierrez and Zach Reeder
October 4, 2020
"Keeping Up with the Kardashians:" a staple of reality television

“Keeping Up with the Kardashians:” a staple of reality television

Story by Maria Gutierrez, Staff Writer
September 23, 2020

Baker University to establish Baker Core in place of Quest program

Story by Maria Gutierrez, Staff Writer
September 21, 2020
Senior Hadley Kaff is president of the Baker University chapter of the Young Dems Club. The chapter was founded during the Fall 2020 semester.

Young Dems Club reaches Baker University’s campus

Story by Maria Gutierrez, Staff Writer
September 15, 2020
Citizens engage in protests against "stay at home" orders

Citizens engage in protests against “stay at home” orders

Story by Maria Gutierrez, Staff Writer
April 30, 2020
Five documentaries to stimulate your mind during COVID-19

Five documentaries to stimulate your mind during COVID-19

Story by Maria Gutierrez, Staff Writer
April 25, 2020
Krasinski starts Youtube channel, focusing on good news

Krasinski starts Youtube channel, focusing on good news

Story by Maria Gutierrez, Staff Writer
April 16, 2020
Movie industry adapts during virus

Movie industry adapts during virus

Story by Maria Gutierrez, Staff Writer
April 11, 2020
A first look at spring movies

A first look at spring movies

Story by Will Hanson and Maria Gutierrez
March 1, 2020
Coronavirus takes world by storm

Coronavirus takes world by storm

Story by Maria Gutierrez, Staff Writer
February 27, 2020
"The Circle": A review

“The Circle”: A review

Story by Maria Gutierrez, Staff Writer
February 6, 2020
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