The buzz of cicadas and a hefty dose of South Carolina humidity filled the air as I paddled a kayak through Congaree National Park. Towering bald cypresses and tupelos flanked my route along serene Cedar Creek, where a football-sized turtle…
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By Jeffrey Cohen | Sports Editor Baylor and UCF were polar opposites last weekend. The Bears lost to Kansas for the first time since 2007 and fired head coach Dave Aranda in his seventh year. On the other hand, the Knights upset then-No. 2 BYU in overtime, leading the fans to flo...
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By Bennett Parker | Sports Writer Baylor men’s basketball went 17-17 last season, missing the tournament while holding onto the bubble for most of the year. It didn’t have the fe e l of a typical, balanced S cott Drew team . While some of the struggles were probably a product of ...
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By Cannon Fritz | Reporter Baylor is entering a new era after head coach Dave Aranda’s departure, and students have already begun speculating about what interim head coach Joe Klanderman could bring to the program for the rest of the season . Klanderman, who has served as Baylor’...
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By Abby Rathburn | Staff Writer Fog fills the tents, strobe lights flash and clowns chase visitors through rooms inspired by “The Purge.” As students look forward to Halloween, Phi Gamma Delta welcomes them into its house of horror to deliver a fun, frightful experience. On Wedne...
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By Abby Rathburn | Staff Writer While many college students scramble to submit job applications amid an uncertain job market, Baylor ROTC cadets can look toward graduation with a clearer path toward a career in military leadership. Reserve Officers’ Training Corps, also known as ...
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By Stephanie Starks | Staff Writer For college students, the pressure of balancing academic, personal and social responsibilities can lead to burnout, which can affect concentration and overall well-being. According to a 2026 survey by Crown Counseling, about 55% of college stude...
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By Abby Rathburn | Staff Writer Often associated with older generations, Mahjong is gaining popularity with a new audience across the U.S., and Baylor students are no exception. According to the Yelp Trend Tracker , searches for Mahjong clubs and classes spiked 4,467% between Sep...
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By Jill Cornish , Ph.D. | Senior Lecturer in French Reading a recent column in the Baylor Lariat , I recalled every conversation I’ve ever had with a student over the years who wondered why they have to take language courses. Broadly, language teachers have been working to justif...
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By Fallon Head | Web Editor For the past ten years, the non-stop bombardment from political leaders stating things like “Vote for me in this election and you’ll never have to vote again” or “This is the most important election in your lifetime” and similar phrases every election ...
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By Claire-Marie Scott | LTVN Executive Producer One of the joys of college is the opportunity to go to a variety different events. From birthday parties to formals and other themed events, there are many ways social calendars can fill up throughout the semester. One of the strugg...
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By Dylan Sciacca | Reporter With Halloween only a few days away, scary films are returning to TVs and getting people into the spooky season. There are many horror movies available, but the top films are debated. To help students find the best horror movies to watch this Halloween...
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By Reigha Weaver | Arts & Life Writer Baylor’s Recreational Fishing Club is inspiring students to cast their rods, fish with friends and grow their fishing skills. The fishing club started as a way for students to casually fish in Waco, acting as an extension of Baylor’s Bass Fis...
