By Cole Gee | Staff WriterLast week, I went to the movies with some close friends to see "Black Box," a fun spy flick with Michael Fassbender and Cate Blanchett. It was not a future Oscar winner by any means, but it was still a great time and we all enjoyed ourselves. Imagine my shock, however, when I went on...

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By The Editorial BoardAmerica’s pastime is better than ever, and every year, there is one day when sports fans catch a glimpse of hope — Opening Day, the start of a 162-game season that lasts more than 220 days. On March 27, the New York Yankees and Milwaukee Brewers kicked off 2025’s Opening Day slate as the most-watched MLB Opening...

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By Sophia Monson | Social Media EditorSince its invention in 1907, plastic has become one of the most widely used and cheapest materials in production. From food packaging to medical supplies, society has grown entirely dependent on the convenience of plastic. While its affordability and versatility make it appealing, plastic poses a significant problem due to its permanence. A single...

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By James Laird | ReporterThroughout working on the science and technology beat at The Lariat this semester, I have learned that our STEM programs provide students with an amazing curriculum that prepares them for their future in the workplace. However, one thing that has stood out is how much events and clubs positively impact students. According to the University of...

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By Brady Harris | Photographer At Baylor, rich tradition surrounds our numerous sports teams and the campus life surrounding them. As a freshman at Baylor, I remember everyone being so gung ho about attending all the football games, running the Line and packing out the student sections to the brim anytime we could. Two years later, as a junior, the...

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By Marissa Muniz | LTVN ReporterIn today’s world, the way we consume TV has changed. Growing up, we were obsessed with cable networks, but now we rely on streaming services. However, instead of offering fresh, exciting content, Hollywood continues to recycle old ideas. Every new show seems like a reboot of something we’ve already seen. It’s pretty clear — Hollywood...

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By The Editorial Board“Manifest Destiny” — the words evoke visions of top hats and the Wild West, a map detailing the Louisiana Purchase, and perhaps a painting of an angel leading settlers into the frontier, if you remember that from history class. But to a new generation, the words could conjure up a very different sort of image, one where...

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By Braden Murray | LTVN Sports Director For the longest time, I was an avid Michael Jordan over LeBron James guy when it came to GOAT conversations. But since coming to Baylor, I have switched to firmly being in the LeBron camp. To paraphrase former Lariat Sports Editor Michael Haag, Michael Jordan is the greatest of all time, but LeBron...

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By The Editorial Board Here at Baylor, where all 50 states are represented in our student body, our homes have somewhat become our identities. Because of this widespread draw, “Where are you from?” or “Where’s home?” is often one of the first questions asked when meeting new people. It also becomes one of the first judgements people make when assessing...

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By Lauren Holcomb | LTVN ReporterThe most dreaded and polarizing question you can ask a senior is, "What are you doing after graduation?" Some people have had a contract signed since August, while the rest of the pack cowers in the shadows, scared to admit they have no idea. I am here to tell you that if you still do...

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