The Baker Orange

The social media network Yik Yak has resurfaced and become an added stressor on Bakers campus.

Yik Yak sweeps across Baker community

Story by Maya Hodison, News Editor May 3, 2022

You might remember this famous scenario used in coming-of-age films: the victim walks into the lunchroom one day to realize everyone is staring and laughing at her because a rumor about her was mass texted...

Along with the rise of social movements over the past year, social media platforms have started to replace actually works of activism.

“Slacktivism:” The issue with performative activism

Story by Cierra Bryant, Photographer August 31, 2021

The year 2020 was the year of resilience, as people became a part of major movements around the world. In addition to the greatest health challenge the world has seen in decades, protests and marches became...

The Social Dilemma presents varying outlooks on social media use

“The Social Dilemma” presents varying outlooks on social media use

Story by Rebekah Nelson, Multimedia Editor October 15, 2020

The Netflix documentary “The Social Dilemma," shows the behind the scenes of social media and gives never before seen commentary on these apps from the designers themselves. From the creators of Facebook,...

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