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 808 assignments, created 716, named on 189 bylines for The Baylor Lariat.
By Bella Whitmore (Olivia as desk editor) + 3 others for The Baylor Lariat - 5 min read
Sing sweetheart's Baylor roots run deep
By Bella Whitmore | InternFrom Pi Beta Phi Sing chair to Kappa Omega Tau sweetheart, Richland Hills senior Meredith Henry has no doubt left her mark on Sing — not to mention Baylor Greek life as a whole. Henry’s ties with Greek life were established before she even decided to attend Baylor, showcasing deep familial roots in Panhellenic organizations.“My brother...
By Dani Bigham (Olivia as desk editor) + 3 others for The Baylor Lariat - 3 min read
Sing, Pigskin should count for CAE credit
By Dani Bigham | ReporterIf you're a part of the 45% of students in the College of Arts and Sciences, you're all too familiar with credits for CAEs — Creative Arts Experiences. They're intended to help students become engaged in art, music, theater, film and literature on campus. For some reason, All-University Sing and Pigskin Revue don't fall under this...
By Lily Nussbaum (Olivia as desk editor) + 2 others for The Baylor Lariat - 3 min read
Homecoming isn't 'overhyped': Branch out to find new traditions
By Lily Nussbaum | Social Media EditorWhile tradition can feel cheesy even to the biggest of Baylor Bears, I would never call Baylor Homecoming "overhyped." Now, coming from an All-University Sing chair who has spent too much time thinking about Pigskin Revue, you might think, "Of course she likes homecoming." And yes — I absolutely adore watching the floats as...
By Assoah Ndomo (Olivia as desk editor) + 2 others for The Baylor Lariat - 3 min read
Flaming its competition: Bonfire is best homecoming tradition
By Assoah Ndomo | PhotographerHomecoming is a special tradition for Baylor, and it involves many traditions: the bonfire, the football game, the parade, Pigskin Revue and more. Now, why is the bonfire the best one of the weekend? Let me explain why the other ones are not the move. First, the football game is not that special. The game can...
By Abigail Gan (Olivia as desk editor) + 3 others for The Baylor Lariat - 3 min read
Switching your major shouldn't be such a burden
By Abigail Gan | Staff Writer There is a lot of pressure to know what you want to do and who you want to be in college. Any student can probably attest that they’ve been asked, "What do you want to do?" many times. The truth is that coming into college, the majority of people — even those who have...
(Olivia as desk editor) + 2 others for The Baylor Lariat - 3 min read
Base your future on relationships, not careers
By The Editorial BoardAs college students, there is pressure to base your future on the career of your choice. While it may sound cliche, a more fulfilling way to navigate the next phase of life is by establishing and maintaining strong relationships. An 85-year study done by Harvard determined that the No. 1 thing that makes us happy is relationships....
By Julianne Fullerton (Olivia as desk editor) + 2 others for The Baylor Lariat - 6 min read
We’re over halfway there: Keep persevering
By Julianne Fullerton | Copy EditorWith October winding down and November soon to be upon us, it’s safe to say that the semester is flying by. We’re over halfway done, which might be either a source of relief to you or a harsh reality check. Either way, here’s some advice to keep in mind for the coming weeks. Keep your...
By Cole Gee (Olivia as desk editor) + 3 others for The Baylor Lariat - 3 min read
Save your money: Streaming services are no longer worth the hassle
By Cole Gee I Reporter When Netflix first started to produce original content in 2012, it was considered an industry-shaking event by many. You no longer had to go through major television bigwigs like ABC, CBS and HBO to get your stories produced. At first, Netflix gave many opportunities to up-and-coming talent in order to promote its service, which in...
By Tyler White (Olivia as desk editor) + 3 others for The Baylor Lariat - 3 min read
Radio killed the lyrical star
By Tyler White | Staff WriterEveryone wants their music everywhere, and the easiest way for people to get their music everywhere is to make it popular on the radio. The more radio plays, the more hits … simple enough, right? However, this reach for the spotlight comes with a price: sacrificing storytelling for catchiness. One of the biggest problems surrounding...
By Abbey Ferguson (Olivia as desk editor) + 3 others for The Baylor Lariat - 3 min read
Regardless of chemistry, don't force compatibility
By Abbey Ferguson | LTVN Reporter/AnchorIt's the beginning of a potential blossoming relationship, and all you feel are butterflies. This could be it. This could be the one. He seems perfect on paper, and the chemistry is undeniable ... but you two greatly differ when it comes to your interests, hobbies, future goals and, most importantly, individual value systems. It's...