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Baker University Student News Media

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Baker University Student News Media

The Baker Orange
Jamie Pellikaan

Jamie Pellikaan, Staff Writer

Jamie Pellikaan is a senior majoring in History and Religious Studies with minors in Mass Media, Primary Texts and Creative Writing. She is the current history tutor, President of History Club and employed at the Quayle Bible Collection. Originally from St. Louis, Jamie currently lives in Florida. In her free time, she can be found listening to progressive rock or playing video games.

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The amount of student debt is so debilitating that it's inhibiting our freedom to education. As of 2021, the average amount of student debt owed was 37,693 dollars and, due to inflation, that number only continues to rise.

The problems associated with student debt

Story by Jamie Pellikaan, Staff Writer
May 20, 2021
Due to COVID-19, movie theaters are facing potential shut down. The Hollywood Theaters in Lawrence, Kan. has been shut down since the beginning of the pandemic.

Movie theaters look to reopen their doors

Story by Jamie Pellikaan, Staff Writer
May 13, 2021
The new mural downtown is designed with Baker's student life in mind.

Baldwin City mural committee plans murals to promote tourism

Story by Jamie Pellikaan, Staff Writer
May 12, 2021
The three COVID-19 vaccination options, Moderna, Pfizer-BioNtech and Johnson and Johnson, offer varying options for the public to fight the virus.

What to know about the current COVID-19 vaccines

Story by Jamie Pellikaan, Staff Writer
April 27, 2021
The 2 trillion-dollar infrastructure bill recently unveiled by the Biden administration failed to include the development and implementation of high-speed railway in the US.

Infrastructure bill must include high-speed railways

Story by Jamie Pellikaan, Staff Writer
April 8, 2021
The United States issued new economic sanctions in hopes to stop genocide.

Economic sanctions unable to stop genocide

Story by Jamie Pellikaan, Staff Writer
March 30, 2021
Tornado season in Kansas poses dangerous threats, emphasizing the importance of students knowing what to do if one appears.

Kansas tornado season poses increased threats

Story by Jamie Pellikaan, Staff Writer
March 30, 2021
Associate Professor of Sociology Michelle Deming speaks on resilience at the Spring 2021 Last Lecture event.

Deming presents Last Lecture on the importance of resilience

Story by Jamie Pellikaan, Staff Writer
March 17, 2021
Many forms of paperwork are required to prepare students for the Degree Audit process.

Degree Audit process requires extra attention

Story by Jamie Pellikaan, Staff Writer
March 16, 2021
Baker University awarded grant for development of STEM educators

Baker University awarded grant for development of STEM educators

Story by Jamie Pellikaan, Staff Writer
March 3, 2021
First Black professor at Baker University Jesse Milan's life remembered

First Black professor at Baker University Jesse Milan’s life remembered

Story by Jamie Pellikaan, Staff Writer
March 1, 2021
Student Senate passes resolution to address inclement weather policies

Student Senate passes resolution to address inclement weather policies

Story by Jamie Pellikaan, Staff Writer
February 25, 2021
Marjorie Taylor Greene becomes a symptom of the larger issue

Marjorie Taylor Greene becomes a symptom of the larger issue

Story by Jamie Pellikaan, Staff Writer
February 10, 2021
Hartley Plaza offers both stairs and a ramp option to ensure students' ability to utilize the facilities.

Injuries and disabilities affect student access to campus buildings

Story by Jamie Pellikaan, Staff Writer
November 15, 2020
Parmenter Hall is a popular site for students to experience abnormal events.

Students and faculty recall spooky events on campus

Story by Jamie Pellikaan, Staff Writer
October 31, 2020
Why college students need a stimulus check

Why college students need a stimulus check

Story by Jamie Pellikaan, Staff Writer
October 21, 2020

How to vote this election season

Story by Jamie Pellikaan, Staff Writer
October 6, 2020
Freshman Sidney Alaimo (left) performs alongside Senior Rose Ulrich (right) in an emotional scene. Alaimo and Ulrich played child and parent, respectively, in the story "The Hug" by Marshall Foltz.

Baker University Theatre performs short plays about pandemic experiences

Story by Jamie Pellikaan, Staff Writer
September 22, 2020
Horton's Oil on Linen work titled Wakarusa Pond 2020.

Russ Horton’s artwork featured in Kansas City gallery

Story by Jamie Pellikaan, Staff Writer
September 20, 2020
Blurred Lines: The toxicity against actors and the characters they played

Blurred Lines: The toxicity against actors and the characters they played

Story by Jamie Pellikaan, Staff Writer
September 12, 2020
Biology Professor Dr. Unger teaches her Scientific Theory Quest course just outside of Mulvane Hall. Students gathered in a socially distanced manner to discuss course material.

Baker University creates new learning environments

Story by Jamie Pellikaan, Staff Writer
September 7, 2020
Sororities host philanthropy events online

Sororities host philanthropy events online

Story by Jamie Pellikaan, Staff Writer
May 2, 2020
Speech choir performs for the last time in a special service held in Baldwin First United Methodist Church. Professor of Communications and Director of Speech Choir Susan Emel brought speech choir alum to perform as a group.

Speech choir program says “goodbye” after 16 years

Story by Jamie Pellikaan, Staff Writer
April 23, 2020
Are video games the problem?

Are video games the problem?

Story by Jamie Pellikaan, Staff Writer
April 21, 2020
EPA allows some companies to bypass pollution checks

EPA allows some companies to bypass pollution checks

Story by Jamie Pellikaan, Staff Writer
April 19, 2020
Theatre department to perform 'The Outsider' through Facebook live

Theatre department to perform ‘The Outsider’ through Facebook live

Story by Jamie Pellikaan, Staff Writer
April 16, 2020
Jamie and Will's favorite classic and modern albums

Jamie and Will’s favorite classic and modern albums

Story by Will Hanson and Jamie Pellikaan
April 13, 2020
With the Norovirus outbreak on campus, the Baker cafeteria has taken precaution by individualizing meals and utensils in hope of avoiding further contamination among students.

Campus fights wave of sickness

Story by Jamie Pellikaan, Staff Writer
March 8, 2020
The Democratic primary continues with Bernie Sanders leading the pact. Sanders sits at 45 delegates, ahead of Pete Buttigieg with 25.

Democratic Primary sparks student opinion

Story by Jamie Pellikaan, Staff Writer
February 29, 2020
"Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order" utilizes narrative focused gameplay

“Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order” utilizes narrative focused gameplay

Story by Jamie Pellikaan, Staff Writer
February 9, 2020
Nation grapples with dangers of climate change

Nation grapples with dangers of climate change

Story by Jamie Pellikaan, A&E Editor
December 10, 2018
Top Five 'Role Playing Game' videogames

Top Five ‘Role Playing Game’ videogames

Story by Jamie Pellikaan, A&E Editor
November 28, 2018
Hate crimes on rise; vigilance needed

Hate crimes on rise; vigilance needed

Story by Jamie Pellikaan, A&E Editor
November 6, 2018
'A Million Little Things' has decent plot, relies too much on drama

‘A Million Little Things’ has decent plot, relies too much on drama

Story by Jamie Pellikaan, A&E Editor
November 6, 2018
Real Life or Fantasy: 'Bohemian Rhapsody'

Real Life or Fantasy: ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’

Story by Jamie Pellikaan, A&E Editor
November 2, 2018
A&E Editor offers guide to late night talk shows

A&E Editor offers guide to late night talk shows

Story by Jamie Pellikaan, A&E Editor
October 30, 2018
'Beyond a Text': New exhibit documents creation of the book

‘Beyond a Text’: New exhibit documents creation of the book

Story by Jamie Pellikaan, A&E Editor
October 17, 2018
Space Force: An intergalactic breakdown

Space Force: An intergalactic breakdown

Story by Jamie Pellikaan, A&E Editor
October 17, 2018
Holt-Russel Gallery hosts Mark Cowardin's art work. Cowardin titled the exhibit, "On the Bright Side." The exhibit consist of 11 pieces of artwork.

Local artist displays sculptures in new show

Story by Jamie Pellikaan, A&E Editor
October 17, 2018
Freshman McKenzie Kuhlmann plays character Aunt Spiker during a scene in "James and the Giant Peach." The play was held Sept. 27-30 in Rice Auditorium.

Theatre performs ‘James and the Giant Peach’

Story by Jamie Pellikaan, A&E Editor
October 15, 2018
'The Nun' falls short of expectations

‘The Nun’ falls short of expectations

Story by Jamie Pellikaan, A&E Editor
September 24, 2018
A gamer plays Galactic Assault on the Naboo map. The trooper aims at enemies to protect the objective. Maps are comprised of various planets of “Star Wars.”

Battlefront II attempts to redeem reputation

Story by Jamie Pellikaan, A&E Editor
September 24, 2018
Left to right: Sophomore Erynne Jamison, freshman Dani Holland and junior Alyssa Glover perform Trojan Women last semester.

Theatre department prepares for semester

Story by Jamie Pellikaan, A&E Editor
September 24, 2018
New issue of the Watershed features student work

New issue of the Watershed features student work

Story by Jamie Pellikaan, Writer
June 21, 2018
'The Handmaid's Tale' season 2 released

‘The Handmaid’s Tale’ season 2 released

Story by Jamie Pellikaan, Writer
June 2, 2018
Love, Simon: movie review

Love, Simon: movie review

Story by Jamie Pellikaan, Writer
April 11, 2018
A man protests across the street from Trump Tower on March 8. Despite the dreary weather, the man stood there for awhile and held three signs while other signs and buttons were scattered around him. All of the signs condemned Trump or insulted him in some way. Several passerby's would stop and take photos in front of the Tower, most of the time to either flip off the building or do something equally as negative to express their feelings about the current president.

Trump’s comments cause for concern

Story by Jamie Pellikaan, Writer
April 9, 2018
America needs an independent candidate

America needs an independent candidate

Story by Jamie Pellikaan, Writer
March 29, 2018
Binge-worthy: 5 shows to stream besides 'The Office'

Binge-worthy: 5 shows to stream besides ‘The Office’

Story by Jamie Pellikaan, Writer
March 25, 2018
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
'The Handmaid's Tale:' The new go-to dystopian story

‘The Handmaid’s Tale:’ The new go-to dystopian story

Story by Jamie Pellikaan, Writer
March 19, 2018
Russia: A threat to Americans

Russia: A threat to Americans

Story by Jamie Pellikaan, Writer
February 4, 2018
"Thor: Ragnarok" exceeds expectations

“Thor: Ragnarok” exceeds expectations

Story by Jamie Pellikaan, Writer
December 7, 2017
Tobacco companies hold too much power

Tobacco companies hold too much power

Story by Jamie Pellikaan, Writer
December 3, 2017
John Richards, professor of history, bends down to examine weaponry used in the first World War. Richards, along with History Club, visited the National World War I Museum in downtown Kansas City on Nov. 12 in honor of Veteran's Day. The museum features several artifacts including artillery, uniforms, medical tools and a tank, all used during the war.

Veterans Day meaning lost in today’s world

Story by Jamie Pellikaan, Writer
November 29, 2017
Vietnam veteran John Musgrave talks about his time during the war and his life after serving. Musgrave attended Baker University and currently lives in Baldwin City with his wife.

Vietnam veteran shares experiences with students

Story by Jamie Pellikaan, Writer
November 29, 2017
One of John Luther's translations of the Bible with a German family's writing on the side. This is a newer Bible, written in the 1700's.

Quayle celebrates 500 year anniversary

Story by Jamie Pellikaan, Writer
November 16, 2017
“Rumors” opened Thursday in the recently renovated Rice Auditorium. Senior Haley Roberts, junior Jason Shipps, and sophomore Erynne Jamison are pictured above.

Theatre performs Neil Simon’s ‘Rumors’

Story by Jamie Pellikaan, Writer
November 10, 2017
Alec Tillery, a team member of C.R.E.E.P.Z. Ghost Commando, holds up a K2 Meter. This device is used for measuring electromagnetic energy in a room. It was one of many devices used on the investigation Saturday night.

Paranormal activity: Baker University edition

Story by Lexi Loya and Jamie Pellikaan
November 2, 2017
"The Guest." Photos courtesy of Adam Tillery

Spooky search: Baker hosting paranormal investigation

Story by Jamie Pellikaan, Writer
October 27, 2017
Benefits of funding NASA

Benefits of funding NASA

Story by Jamie Pellikaan, Writer
October 17, 2017
Renewable energy better for the economy

Renewable energy better for the economy

Story by Jamie Pellikaan, Writer
October 6, 2017
Coordinator of Inclusion and Wellness Education, Paul Ladipo, steps in the position with ideas in mind. Ladipo hopes to improve inclusion on Baker's campus.

Paul Ladipo aims for inclusion

Story by Jamie Pellikaan, Writer
September 30, 2017
A dumpster sits in front of Rice Auditorium as renovations are still under way. It is expected to be completed in time for Fall Commencement in Dec.

Rice nears completion

Story by Jamie Pellikaan, Writer
September 20, 2017
Millions of American's waste food every year. This trash can full of plastic bottles is one example of how people waste food and drink.

Food waste impacts the world

Story by Jamie Pellikaan, Writer
September 16, 2017
One of the signs welcoming people to Baker University.

Welcome to historic Baldwin City

Story by Jamie Pellikaan, Writer
September 11, 2017
Nuclear waste threatens everyone

Nuclear waste threatens everyone

Story by Jamie Pellikaan, Writer
September 7, 2017
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