Interterms from here to there
Story by Jenna Black, Managing Editor
December 10, 2018
Interterm is a time between the fall and spring semesters for students to have a few weeks to take an on-campus course, go on a travel interterm course or extend their Christmas break to relax at home. Each Baker student is required to complete at least two Interterm courses though they are welcome t...
Enrollment requires more student housing
Story by Sarah Day, News Editor
November 6, 2018
More students are attending Baker University, and the increase in enrollment requires more housing for those students. Director of Residence Life Nick Goodman explained that 504 of 849 students live in on-campus housing, causing the residence options to be at 94.6 percent capacity as of Fall 2018....
Cofer excels at Maple Leaf Invitational
Story by Lily Stephens, Multi-Media Editor
September 24, 2018
This cross country season has been much anticipated as the men’s team now features 21 runners. Nine freshmen contribute to that new number, with six of the nine coming from area high schools. Freshman Jacob Cofer, from St. Thomas Aquinas High School, is proving to be a strong asset to the team. At ...
Russell obtains dean position
Story by Sarah Day, News Editor
September 24, 2018
On July 1, Darcy Russell began her new position as Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences. This decision was made after a rigorous interview process that began with eight candidates. Russell said it felt odd to be interviewed by people who she considers to be her friends. “The faculty weren’t easy on me ev...
New sports introduced to program
Story by Jenna Black, Managing Editor
September 24, 2018
Baker University added women’s wrestling and men’s bowling programs this fall semester. Athletic Director Nate Houser says that the athletic department chose to add the sports of men’s bowling and women’s wrestling after looking at potential growth in order to make programs whole. As there i...
Thoughts of a graduating senior
Story by Abie Roorda, Writer
September 11, 2017
College ends. It’s a sad, but true fact. One day we will all leave Baker University and begin our lives as members of society. For some, these college days end sooner than expected. Graduating early is both an honor and a curse. I have spent the past 16 years as a full-time student for nine months out of ...
Editorial: Here’s the syllabus, now read chapter one
Story by Baker Orange Editorial Board
September 10, 2017
Syllabus week: the first few days of school filled with no homework, cheesy ice breakers and the, “What have you done this summer?” question. Students across America cherish this week, appreciating the days absent of the onslaught of reading and writing. Baker students can only imagine having a wee...
