Olivia is the Arts & Life Editor at the Baylor Lariat. She is a junior journalism major with a secondary major in sociology. Waco, TX
Worked on 800 assignments, created 708, named on 186 bylines for The Baylor Lariat.
By Bella Whitmore (Olivia as desk editor) + 1 other for The Baylor Lariat - 4 min read
A day in the life of a Sing performer
By Bella Whitmore | InternHave you ever wondered what it’s like to be a part of Sing? What would your schedule look like? To give you an idea, here are some testimonies from 2025 Sing participants of different sororities and fraternities sharing what their daily routines look like. 8 a.m. Klein senior Christina Hartmann, president of Tri Delta and Royal,...
By Emma Reed (Olivia as desk editor) + 2 others for The Baylor Lariat - 5 min read
ZTA Sing chairs share 'privilege' of choreographing act with 171 women
Emma Reed | InternCreativity, passion and talent remain at the heart of Sing. For this year's showcase, Seattle senior Reagan Christensen and Houston junior Camille Burton, of Zeta Tau Alpha Sing chairs, have taken the lead — working and collaborating to choreograph what they believe is a standout performance. Christensen's dance journey began long before she became a Sing choreographer....
By Shane Mead (Olivia as desk editor) + 2 others for The Baylor Lariat - 4 min read
Better together: BYX, KXA Sing chairs reflect on pairing
By Shane Mead | Staff WriterEvery year, several Greek life organizations participate in Baylor's All-University Sing. However, only a few — usually just one or two — choose to pair up. Though a rare occurrence in this historic school tradition, past participants who have partnered said they wouldn’t want it any other way. Baylor alumnus George Schroeder, a former Sing...
By Kalena Reynolds (Olivia as desk editor) + 2 others for The Baylor Lariat - 5 min read
Graffiti to graphic design: Will Suarez illustrates his road to success
By Kalena Reynolds | Staff WriterMost 13-year-olds are just starting to develop their sense of self, but Waco artist Will Suarez was experimenting with the inner workings of his creativity and learning how to graffiti. Now, years later, he is a multi-talented artist working with notable companies such as Sendero Provisions Co. and Creative Waco. Growing up in Waco, Suarez's...
By Olivia Turner (Olivia as desk editor) + 1 other for The Baylor Lariat - 3 min read
What to Do in Waco: Feb. 21-27
By Olivia Turner | Arts & Life EditorAll-University Sing may be the center of attention for Baylor this weekend, but what about events outside the Bubble? If you weren’t able to get opening weekend tickets for this treasured showcase, here are some Waco happenings to keep you entertained. The Price Is Right Live | Feb. 21 | 6:30 - 9:30...
By Kalena Reynolds (Olivia as desk editor) + 2 others for The Baylor Lariat - 4 min read
Turn back time with these 5 iconic Sing acts
By Kalena Reynolds | Staff Writer On April 25, 1953, Baylor held its first-ever All-University Sing, featuring eight clubs that each performed three songs. Now, Sing has become an intricate and integral part of Baylor tradition. In no particular order, here is a look at the five most iconic Sing acts we've seen so far. "Sgt. Pepper's Make Your Own...
By Olivia Turner (Olivia as desk editor) + 1 other for The Baylor Lariat - 3 min read
A&L Tunesday: Feb. 18
By Olivia Turner | Arts & Life EditorLast weekend, music fans worldwide got strategically bombarded with new releases from some of the industry’s hottest artists. Don’t thank Beyoncé for this one — thank the Grammys and Valentine’s Day. Whether you were jamming out to love songs or heartbreak hits on Friday, here are the highlights. “Busy Woman” by Sabrina Carpenter...
By Janay Boyd (Olivia as desk editor) + 2 others for The Baylor Lariat - 4 min read
Lights, camera, inspiration: Film festival returns to Waco for sixth year
By Janay Boyd | ReporterThe annual Waco Family & Faith International Film Festival is back with a diverse lineup of films from 22 filmmakers. This festival, held for six years now, celebrates creativity and storytelling in all its forms.“I think it is very important to celebrate and show off these smaller filmmakers because of how stale the movie industry is...
By Olivia Turner (Olivia as desk editor) + 1 other for The Baylor Lariat - 4 min read
What to Do in Waco: Feb. 14-20
By Olivia Turner | Arts & Life EditorToday is the day! Do you have an out-of-this-world date planned for your Valentine? Whether you’ve got all your bases covered or you’re struggling to find something fun to do with your date this weekend in Waco, here’s a complete list of date ideas with something for everyone. A Bloody Valentine Masquerade Ball...
By Kalena Reynolds (Olivia as desk editor) + 2 others for The Baylor Lariat - 4 min read
Love on the brain? Here are some predictors of successful relationships
By Kalena Reynolds | Staff Writer As Valentine's Day reservations are made and posts of couples start flooding social media, love is on the brain for many at this time of the year. In case you've been giving your own relationship some extra thought recently, here are some predictors that could help you determine if your relationship is destined for...