Olivia Turner

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 802 assignments, created 710, named on 188 bylines for The Baylor Lariat.

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Doing Pigskin their way: Tau Kappa Epsilon prepares for first-ever Pigskin

By Kalena Reynolds | Staff WriterTau Kappa Epsilon returns to the stage for Pigskin Revue after ending their 48-year hiatus from All-University Sing. The fraternity is gearing up for an even better version of their robbers vs. pizza boys themed "Papa Tiki's Balliamo!" performance. They are using what they learned from Sing to impress the crowd and showcase the brotherhood...

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In the beginning: Professor teaches essentiality of Christianity in film history

By Shane Mead | ReporterWhen Dr. Zachary Sheldon was interviewed for his job at Baylor about five years ago, he was asked by faculty which class he would teach if he could choose from anything he wanted. His answer was a class on religion and film. A handful of years later, Sheldon is now teaching his first semester of the...

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Professors speak words of wisdom for first-time, student voters

By Olivia Turner | Arts & Life EditorA little over a month out, the 2024 presidential election is quickly becoming a reality for many first-time voters on Baylor campus. The question is, will these students be ready to make a confident, informed vote by the time Nov. 5 rolls around?Baylor political science professors are here to help prepare students to...

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Review: Magnolia Table's dinner is delectable as their breakfast, lunch

By Shane Mead | ReporterWhen I first returned to Waco for the beginning of school and saw the Magnolia Table billboard which read, "HOPE YOU'RE HUNGRY FOR DINNER! COMING THIS FALL," I immediately booked a reservation for Sept. 20, their first night of dinner service. The place was packed to the brim as I was greeted with welcoming smiles from...

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Try a bite from these five fantastic Waco eats

By Kalena Reynolds | Staff WriterWhile Waco has many well-known restaurants, a multitude of hidden gems lie beneath the layers of the historic town. From Mexican food to burgers, here's a list of Waco's top five lesser-known eats. Jake's Texas Tea HouseIf you're looking for a vintage atmosphere and delicious food, this is your place. Jake's Texas Tea House serves...

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By (Olivia as desk editor) + 1 other for The Baylor Lariat - 4 min read

Review: Katy Perry’s ‘143’ was not it for me

By Olivia Turner | Arts & Life EditorKaty Perry has never been known to seek approval from others. Throughout her career, she’s been criticized for her often risqué music, various celebrity feuds and rude comments on American Idol, but through it all, she has remained one of the most iconic, revolutionary pop artists of the 21st century — up until...

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Healing Harvest provides home for local outcast vendors

By Shane Mead | ReporterThe Holistic Fair on Sept. 22, this year titled "Healing Harvest", featured several small businesses teaming up to benefit The Phoenix Project, an organization with the goal of providing aid to the homeless. Many of the small businesses under the handful of tents propped up in the parking lot of Bosque Boulevard and state Route 6...

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A&L Tunesday: Sept. 24

By Olivia Turner | Arts & Life EditorThis week’s selection of Tunesday songs are not exactly cheery, but they are worth a listen. We’re switching over to a more glum, acoustic vibe with tunes from Bon Iver and Lizzy McAlpine, and sorrowful reflection to a beat from Bad Bunny. Perhaps this week is a chance to slow it down and...

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Mystery meets history: Historic Waco hosts Bonnie and Clyde party

By Katherine Hatcher | Staff WriterA murder has been committed… well, sort of. Historic Waco hosted a Bonnie and Clyde Murder Mystery, where guests could solve the unfortunate death of Mr. James Addington from 6:30–9:30p.m. on Sep. 20 and 21 at East Terrace House. Upon arrival, guests were greeted with drinks from Southern Roots Brewery, a charcuterie cup, and could...

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By (Olivia as desk editor) + 1 other for The Baylor Lariat - 2 min read

What to Do in Waco: Sept. 20-26

By Olivia Turner | Arts & Life EditorThis week’s list of what to do in Waco is a little less musical and a little more mysterious. Whether you’re into ghost tours or murder mysteries, there’s a little something for all who are ready to embrace spooky season. Bonnie and Clyde Murder Mystery | Sept. 20 | 6:30-9 p.m. | East...

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