Baker University Student News Media

The Baker Orange
Baker University Student News Media

The Baker Orange
Baker University Student News Media

The Baker Orange
All content by Spencer Brown
Senior Miranda Lindmark is the first member of Zeta Tau Alpha from the Sigma chapter to receive this position within the organization.

Miranda Lindmark accepts position with sorority

Story by Spencer Brown, Assistant News Editor
May 3, 2018
Seniors Abby Kaff and Bailey Gibson enjoy some drinks at Baldwin City's local bar. The Salt Mine is located off of highway 56.

Bartenders trained to assist in bad situations

Story by Spencer Brown, Assistant News Editor
April 24, 2018
Greek members must be the change

Greek members must be the change

Story by Spencer Brown, Assistant News Editor
March 26, 2018
iLead initiates cultural awareness conversations

iLead initiates cultural awareness conversations

Story by Spencer Brown, Assistant News Editor
March 19, 2018
Junior Jessica Watson attempts to close in on junior Emilio Mancha of St. Ambrose University. Mancha placed fourth and Watson finished in sixth.

Athletes compete at indoor track and field nationals

Story by Spencer Brown, Assistant News Editor
March 7, 2018
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
Senior Caitlin Apollo competes in the women's 3,000-meter race walk last season. Apollo is one of three Baker race walkers to qualify for the indoor national meet.

Three race walkers qualify for nationals

Story by Spencer Brown, Assistant News Editor
February 7, 2018
Active Omicron Chapter President Amy Wysong accepts the National Council Trophy from Alpha Chi Omega National President Angela Costley Harris on Aug. 13. The sorority women were pleasantly surprised when both the former national president of Alpha Chi Omega, Diane Blackwelder, and the current president, Costley Harris showed up to present this award to their chapter.

Day in the life: Fraternity and sorority chapter presidents

Story by Spencer Brown, Assistant News Editor
December 4, 2017
Keynote speaker Mr. Bob Carr is President and CEO of the Give Something Back Foundation. Carr was the 2017 Keynote Speaker at Convocation this year in the newly renovated Rice Auditorium. Carr generously donated a $1 million gift to be used for Baker scholarships.

Harter competition attracts top scholars

Story by Spencer Brown, Assistant News Editor
December 1, 2017
Instructor of Business and Economics Paulette Schwerdt delivers details about an upcoming project to her Corporate Finance class on Nov. 21.

Schwerdt brings real-world experience to class

Story by Spencer Brown, Assistant News Editor
November 22, 2017
The students combine their groups and tell each other the odd foods that they used to eat, and still eat today.

Speech Choir builds public speakers

Story by Spencer Brown, Assistant News Editor
November 12, 2017
Millennials should join health care debate

Millennials should join health care debate

Story by Spencer Brown, Assistant News Editor
October 31, 2017
Tom Kennedy is one of the six Baker people you should know.

Six Baker people you should know

Story by Spencer Brown, Assistant News Editor
October 10, 2017
Campus DJs liven up Baker

Campus DJs liven up Baker

Story by Spencer Brown, Assistant News Editor
September 26, 2017
A squirrel scampers across campus with its treasures. Several squirrels populate campus and can always be seen when walking to class. They've been named the Baker Squirrels and even have their own Twitter account.

Campus course studies Baker squirrels

Story by Spencer Brown, Assistant News Writer
September 23, 2017
Dorm infractions actually a common occurrence

Dorm infractions actually a common occurrence

Story by Spencer Brown, Assistant News Editor
September 19, 2017
Campus rankings may not be legit

Campus rankings may not be legit

Story by Spencer Brown, Assistant News Editor
September 9, 2017
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[Photo] Thoughts of a graduating senior

Story by Abie Roorda, Writer
September 11, 2017
Active Omicron Chapter President Amy Wysong accepts the National Council Trophy from Alpha Chi Omega National President Angela Costley Harris on Aug. 13. The sorority women were pleasantly surprised when both the former national president of Alpha Chi Omega, Diane Blackwelder, and the current president, Costley Harris showed up to present this award to their chapter.

Alpha Chi Omega awarded National Council Trophy

Story by Spencer Brown, Assistant News Editor
August 31, 2017
Head mens soccer coach Nate Houser oversees a Baker 2-0 win against Johnson County Community College in a scrimmage Aug. 12.

Houser named new athletic director

Story by Spencer Brown, Assistant News Editor
August 15, 2017
Graphic by Maria Echeverry.

BU marketing ‘gifs’ humor to social media

Story by Spencer Brown, Assistant News Editor
April 3, 2017

New Harlaxton sashes will appear at May graduation

Story by Spencer Brown, Assistant News Editor
March 8, 2017
Image by Maria Echeverry.

Professors and students share responsibility for grade inflation

Story by Spencer Brown, Assistant News Editor
February 15, 2017
Following the inauguration of President Donald Trump, a few Baker students attended the local Women's March in Topeka and protested alongside more than 3,000 other participants.

BU students take part in Women’s March on Topeka

Story by Spencer Brown, Assistant News Editor
January 31, 2017
Senior Erin Thompson pumps some iron on Jan. 30 in the Mabee gym. If the new community center is built, non-athletes like Thompson will have an alternative place to work out. Image by Shelby Stephens.

Community center hinges on financial approval

Story by Spencer Brown, Assistant News Editor
January 31, 2017
Image by Maria Echeverry.

Looking for balance between college athletics and academics

Story by Spencer Brown, Assistant News Editor
January 11, 2017

Vespers to bring festivity to finals week

Story by Spencer Brown, Assistant News Editor
November 28, 2016

SN401 is no longer a graduation requirement

Story by Spencer Brown, Assistant News Editor
November 16, 2016
Sophomore Sierra McKinney palpates the arm muscle of sophomore Baylee Bartgis. McKinney and Bartgis are both exercise science majors. Image by Elizabeth Hanson.

Exercise science program is first in Kansas to be accredited

Story by Spencer Brown, Assistant News Editor
November 1, 2016
Image by Spencer Brown.

Taking pride in school color(s)?

Story by Spencer Brown, Assistant News Editor
October 26, 2016
BU students favor Instagram

BU students favor Instagram

Story by Spencer Brown, Assistant News Editor
October 19, 2016
David Platter cleans off his sculpture titled "Myself and Other," which will be on display outside of Parmenter Hall during most of October. Image by Shelby Stephens.

Larger-than-life outdoor sculpture promotes October art show

Story by Spencer Brown, Assistant News Editor
October 3, 2016
Harlaxton Castle.

BU limits aid for future Harlaxton students

Story by Spencer Brown, Assistant News Editor
September 12, 2016
Spring class will study the business and economics of alcohol

Spring class will study the business and economics of alcohol

Story by Spencer Brown, Assistant News Editor
October 20, 2015
BU grads find home in admissions

BU grads find home in admissions

Story by Spencer Brown, Assistant News Editor
September 23, 2015

BU Greek system ranked third in Best College Reviews

Story by Spencer Brown, Assistant News Editor
September 21, 2015
Olivia Beins receives Delta Mu Delta Board Award

Olivia Beins receives Delta Mu Delta Board Award

Story by Spencer Brown, Assistant News Editor
September 8, 2015

Speaker teaches leaders to leave legacy

Story by Spencer Brown, Assistant News Editor
May 6, 2015
Drive swabs, signs up 70 registrants

Drive swabs, signs up 70 registrants

Story by Spencer Brown, Assistant News Editor
May 4, 2015
Rally to showcase student diversity

Rally to showcase student diversity

Story by Spencer Brown, Assistant News Editor
April 23, 2015

Concert Choir to perform at Kauffman Center

Story by Spencer Brown, Assistant News Editor
April 17, 2015

Liberal arts education leads to well-rounded students

Story by Spencer Brown, Assistant News Editor
April 1, 2015

SAC hosts Beach Ball Bash

Story by Spencer Brown, Assistant News Editor
March 23, 2015
Greek system houses legacies

Greek system houses legacies

Story by Spencer Brown, Assistant News Editor
March 9, 2015

Student Senate hosts first-ever exchange with Park

Story by Spencer Brown, Assistant News Editor
March 4, 2015
Wetlands' Discovery Center nears completion

Wetlands’ Discovery Center nears completion

Story by Spencer Brown, Assistant News Editor
February 11, 2015
'The Interview' reflects American ideals

‘The Interview’ reflects American ideals

Story by Spencer Brown, Assistant News Editor
February 3, 2015

Mihalyi selected for Faculty of Distinction award

Story by Spencer Brown, Assistant News Editor
October 28, 2014

Full roster prompts bowling team expansion

Story by Spencer Brown and Abigale Roorda
October 3, 2014
Grocery Bingo stocks students' fridges

Grocery Bingo stocks students’ fridges

Story by Spencer Brown and Abigale Roorda
October 1, 2014
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[Photo] Common reading book promotes ‘no impact’ lifestyle

Story by Claire Sullivan, Writer
September 7, 2016
Image by Spencer Brown.

[Photo] How to manage time on a college clock

Story by Abigaile Roorda, Writer
September 20, 2016
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