A LETTER FROM THE EDITORS
Emma Whitt and Trong Mai The fact that 2020 was a turbulent year is no controversy or secret. From a global pandemic to political unrest to a sharp economic downturn—as a society many of us have struggled. However, in this issue of Focus we wanted to draw attention to the way that individuals have persevered, and the community...
MURALS PAINT THE CITY OF WACO
Story & Photos by Camille Rasor A nonprofit organization encourages culture and creativity to thrive in Waco Eye-catching murals have come to be an iconic feature of life in Waco, most of them depicting both the good and bad aspects of the city’s history. Among the groups adding to...
A NONPROFIT FOR NONPROFITS
Story & Illustration by Trong Mai Photos by Wilson Hui and Audrey La Waco Foundation supports long-term success for other nonprofits Among the numerous nonprofits working to create a better Waco, the Waco Foundation prides itself in working behind the scenes rather than taking the forefront. The organization was...
DEATH IMITATING LIFE
Story by Paige Phillips & Photos by Audrey La The Legacy of Waco’s Taxidermists It’s hard to drive though Waco without noticing the numerous taxidermy shops. This certainly makes sense in a rural area with plenty of ground for hunting, but the climate in Waco is changing. Since becoming...
JOURNALING FOR GENERATIONS
Story & Photos by Camille Rasor Daily reflection can establish a written legacy Almost as a response to the pressure to succeed that can come from our parents, our mentors, society at large or even sometimes ourselves, the typical American adult books their calendars so full that there is...
PAVING NEW PATHS
Story by Anna Tabet & Photos by Ryan Feller Children of immigrants know all too well the need to make their parents’ struggle for a better life worth something, and that doesn’t stop when they get to college. As students, their desire to carry on their parents’ legacy manifests...
CHANGES IN THE CAPITAL
Story by Kyle Desrosiers & Photos Courtesy of JP Hayworth Photo of JP Hayworth John-Paul “JP” Hayworth, a 2001 Baylor graduate, is working with a large network of Baylor alumni and students to push for adequate resources and support for LGBTQ students at Baylor. Justice and inclusion are values...
A GLIMPSE AT A DIFFERENT LIFE
Story & Photos by McKenzie Oviatt In June of 1973, Homestead Heritage started as a small chapel in the slums of New York City with around 30 members sharing a common goal––to have a peaceful chapel, bringing diverse people together. Although the church members lived in separate units, when...