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

Waco roots to recognition: Texas short film gains national traction

By Janay Boyd | ReporterWhat began as a small project funded by a grant from the Waco Indie Film Festival in 2022 has since blossomed into an internationally celebrated work, known as "The Heart of Texas." The film, co-written and directed by Gregory J. M. Kasunich, was longlisted for an Oscar nomination and won Best Original Score at the Cannes...

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

25th annual Black Glasses highlights best of Baylor filmmakers

By Shane Mead | Staff WriterOn Friday evening, Baylor’s Film and Digital Media Department celebrated its best filmmakers through the annual film festival, Black Glasses. The festival began with an introduction from Senior Lecturer Maverick Moore, who set the stage for the 17 short films from both graduate and undergraduate film students, spanning roughly two hours. Black Glasses, which started...

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

Student musician turns grassroots into music career

By Kalena Reynolds | Staff WriterMusician and Shady Dale, Ga., junior Ethan Lynch didn't grow up in a musical family. Instead, he spent his childhood on his family's multi-generational cattle farm, working alongside his two brothers from an early age. In fourth grade, Lynch began taking guitar lessons but didn't take them seriously until he started leading worship in high...

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

Sip, then shiver: Revisiting Dr Pepper Museum's paranormal tour

By Janay Boyd | ReporterEven though spring is in full swing, spooky things still linger in the air. Every Saturday, the Dr Pepper Museum hosts its weekly Paranormal Experience — a two-hour tour that reveals a side of the museum far beyond just the drink. On the tour, museum staff will guide groups of up to 16 people through the...

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

Review: Baylor Theatre brings back Shakespeare's 'Othello' with jazzy twist

By Bella Whitmore | InternBaylor Theatre's much-anticipated production of "Othello" was nothing short of incredible. This wasn't your typical Shakespeare play. Instead of Venetian streets and ancient wars, this "Othello" was set in a smoky 1960s jazz bar, complete with swing dancing, warm lighting and live jazz music. In this performance, the cast and crew of Baylor Theatre have lifted...

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

5 songs to add to your grad party playlist

By Kalena Reynolds | Staff WriterGraduation is nearing, and before the bittersweet tears of youth start rolling, plan for your party by adding these five songs to your playlist. Some are upbeat, some are danceable and some are nostalgic, but each fits the night of celebration and reminiscence. Take a peek at these five songs to make your graduation party...

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By (Olivia as desk editor) + 1 other for The Baylor Lariat - 9 min read

Meet Carson Sheldon, the student who ran 38 miles to Buc-ee’s

By Olivia Turner | Arts & Life EditorThe sun beat down hot on the shoulders of Dallas junior Carson Sheldon as he made his way down I-35 on April 13 — not in a car or truck, but in a pair of On Cloud running shoes. After six long, sweaty hours and a whopping 38 miles, Sheldon became the first...

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

What to Do in Waco: May 2-8

By Olivia Turner | Arts & Life EditorThere’s plenty to do in Waco this weekend, from crystal hunting to kayaking to free concerts. So, if you’re able to check all your finals prep off your to-do list and have some time to spare, join in the fun. Brazos Nights | May 2 | 6-11 p.m. | Indian Spring Park, 101...

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

Review: 'The Accountant 2' builds on brotherhood, neurodivergence

By Emma Reed | InternIf you’re into thrillers with a mix of combat, solid storytelling and real character depth, "The Accountant 2" is now in theaters. Directed by Gavin O’Connor, the sequel brings back Ben Affleck as Christian Wolff and dives deeper into his world. This time, the long-awaited sequel runs with more humor, emotional moments and a stronger focus...

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By (Olivia as desk editor) + 2 others for The Baylor Lariat - 7 min read

Review: Disney+ successfully resurrects Marvel series 'Daredevil'

By Cole Gee | Staff WriterWhen "Daredevil" was originally canceled by Netflix in 2018, fans of the show and the MCU were left dumbstruck. The show had just finished its most critically acclaimed season yet and had been one of Netflix's most-watched shows since its premiere. Even the most stubborn MCU critics praised Daredevil as a gritty, bolder look into...

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