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 799 assignments, created 707, named on 186 bylines for The Baylor Lariat.

By Stacie Boyls (Olivia as desk editor) + 2 others for The Baylor Lariat - 4 min read

Baylor professors reflect on 10 years of 'Hamilton'

By Stacie Boyls | Arts & Life WriterOn Wednesday at 3:30 p.m., three professors gathered together to discuss the impact of Lin-Manuel Miranda’s hit Broadway production, "Hamilton," in celebration of the show's 10th anniversary. The panel included senior history lecturer Dr. David Smith, theater arts lecturer and musical specialist Lauren Weber and music professor Dr. Samuel Parlor. Each member of...

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By Stacie Boyls (Olivia as desk editor) + 2 others for The Baylor Lariat - 3 min read

Studio Grocery brings classic Americana, vintage styles to Waco

By Stacie Boyls | Arts & Life WriterOn the corner of Washington Ave. and 8th St., next to Tecovas, sits Studio Grocery, a local downtown Waco vintage store run by Baylor alumni Colton Dearing and Michael Davidson. Through their mutual hobby of vintage shopping, the duo created a space reflective of their love for vintage fashion, home goods and quality...

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By Lexie Rodenbaugh (Olivia as desk editor) + 2 others for The Baylor Lariat - 4 min read

‘Hoax,’ or ‘Love Story’? Baylor reacts to Swift, Kelce engagement

By Lexie Rodenbaugh | Arts & Life WriterSwifties are celebrating, skeptics are rolling their eyes and some Baylor students say they just don’t care. The engagement of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce — the internet’s most-watched couple — has the Baylor community divided. Although the worldwide superstar and her three-time Super Bowl champion fiance are perhaps the most controversial couple...

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By Olivia Turner (Olivia as desk editor) for The Baylor Lariat - 4 min read

Lauren Daigle to perform at Foster Pavilion in September

By Olivia Turner | Arts & Life EditorBaylor University announced this morning that one of the biggest names in Christian contemporary music, Lauren Daigle, will be coming to Baylor to perform at Foster Pavilion in the fall. That makes Daigle the second of a ten-show series that will be taking place at Foster Pavilion over the next two years. The...

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By Lexie Rodenbaugh (Olivia as desk editor) + 2 others for The Baylor Lariat - 3 min read

WestFest welcomes family, tradition, food over Labor Day weekend

By Lexie Rodenbaugh | Arts & Life WriterFor nearly 50 years, WestFest has brought families together over Labor Day weekend with polka music, homemade Czech food, carnival rides and a celebration of tradition that keeps the small town’s heritage alive. This year was no exception, even as the weather switched between rain and shine. Westfest started as a way to...

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By Olivia Turner (Olivia as desk editor) for The Baylor Lariat - 7 min read

Get to know Waco Symphony’s new leaders, Rebekah Lambert, Lydia Gravagne

By Olivia Turner | Arts & Life EditorA few new faces will be heading the orchestras at Waco Symphony this upcoming performance season. Rebekah Lambert, a Baylor alumna, was appointed as music director and conductor of the Waco Symphony Youth Orchestra and co-assistant conductor of the Waco Symphony Orchestra. Waco freshman Lydia Gravagne, the new administrator of the youth orchestra,...

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By Olivia Turner (Olivia as desk editor) + 1 other for The Baylor Lariat - 3 min read

What to Do in Waco: Aug. 29 - Sept. 4

By Olivia Turner | Arts & Life EditorIt’s Labor Day weekend, which means things will be slowing down a bit after a crazy first week of classes. If you’re looking to be a little lazy but still keep yourself occupied, here are some happenings around town to fuel your fun. Sunset Paddle Tour | Aug. 29 | 7-9 p.m. |...

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By Mary Thurmond (Olivia as desk editor) + 2 others for The Baylor Lariat - 5 min read

Review: 'A Matter of Time' is Laufey’s most vulnerable album yet

By Mary Thurmond | Photo Editor Laufey has always had one foot in the past and one in the present. Her newest album, "A Matter of Time," proves she’s not afraid to stretch that distance even further. Released on Friday, the 14-track project blends jazz, classical, folk and pop into something that feels timeless, but also deeply personal. Laufey described...

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By Olivia Turner (Olivia as desk editor) + 1 other for The Baylor Lariat - 6 min read

5 tea-riffic matcha recommendations to try in Waco

By Olivia Turner | Arts & Life EditorMaking matcha is an art — a ritual, some might say. If you’re obsessed like I am, you’ve probably already mastered this art in your own home, with your own choice of matcha powder, milk and syrups just the way you like it. But life happens. Sometimes, the powder runs out and the...

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By Stacie Boyls (Olivia as desk editor) + 2 others for The Baylor Lariat - 4 min read

Hair and hospitality: Salon Asylum blends accessible luxury, client care

By Stacie Boyls | Arts & Life WriterFor Waco Salon Asylum owners Jesse and Meagan Kruse, hairstyling is not just about a good cut and color. To them, it’s about curating a welcoming environment dedicated to client connections and fostering a safe learning space for stylists. The salon first opened its doors to clients in 2013 and has since added...

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