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The Daily Campus
The Independent Voice of Southern Methodist University Since 1915

The Daily Campus
The Independent Voice of Southern Methodist University Since 1915

The Daily Campus
Darcy Bass

Darcy Bass, Managing Editor

As managing editor for The Daily Campus, Darcy works closely with the editor-in-chief and deputy managing editor to ensure content is accurate, timely and engaging. She enjoys investigative reporting and opinion writing, as well as sharing restaurant and music recommendations with readers. Darcy is a junior majoring in journalism and sports management.
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Part of the cast of SMUs rendition of "Napoli" poses with Nikolaj Hübbe, previous artistic director of the Royal Danish Ballet, in Owens Art Center at SMU on Oct. 5 2025.

SMU dancers bring Danish ballet tradition to life

Darcy Bass and Gianna La Fond
November 3, 2025
An SMU student swings a mallet at the high striker game during the Homecoming philanthropy event benefiting the North Texas Food Bank on the Simmons Lawn on Wednesday, Oct. 29, 2025.

SMU Homecoming philanthropy festival raises $7.4K for the North Texas Food Bank

Victoria Baeza-Garcia and Darcy Bass
October 30, 2025
Met at SMU

Met at SMU

Darcy Bass, Managing Editor
October 29, 2025
SMU president Jay Hartzell talks about his plans for SMU in Dallas, Texas, on September 16, 2025. (SMU/ Chloe Casdorph)

Who is President Hartzell?

Darcy Bass, Managing Editor
September 22, 2025
SMU’s 11th president, Jay C. Hartzell, gives his acceptance speech to the SMU community upon his inauguration at SMU in Moody Coliseum on September 12, 2025.

The 11th Chapter: Dr. Jay Hartzell’s Presidential Inauguration

Darcy Bass, Managing Editor
September 14, 2025
Chris Brown performs at Globe Life Field on Sept. 3, 2025.

Chris Brown’s return to Dallas

Darcy Bass, Managing Editor
September 12, 2025
As new weight loss diet drugs increase in popularity and accessibility, so do concerns about their impacts.

The Fine Print: New Diet Drugs

Darcy Bass, General Assignment Reporter
May 23, 2025
Student body secretary candidates Crystal Smith and Ian Stripe sat down with The Daily Campus before voting opened to discuss their campaigns.

Meet the candidates for Student Senate secretary

Katie Bergelin, Melanie Jackson, LuLu Garnett, Camila Trevino, and Darcy Bass
April 10, 2025
Omar Jaber and Jazmin Darjean are running to be vice president in the 112th Student Senate.

Meet the candidates for Student Senate vice president

Katie Bergelin, Melanie Jackson, LuLu Garnett, Camila Trevino, and Darcy Bass
April 10, 2025
Owen Bartosh and Byoung Lee joined The Daily Campus for a Q&A ahead of the Student Senate elections.

Meet the candidates for Student Senate treasurer

Katie Bergelin, Melanie Jackson, LuLu Garnett, Camila Trevino, and Darcy Bass
April 10, 2025
Will Leathers and Markus Mortenson are running for president in the 112th Student Senate.

Meet the candidates for Student Senate president

Katie Bergelin, Melanie Jackson, LuLu Garnett, Camila Trevino, and Darcy Bass
April 10, 2025
Elections for the 112th Student Senate begin on April 10 at 8 a.m. and last until April 11 at 12 p.m.

112th Student Senate voter guide

Darcy Bass, General Assignment Reporter
April 9, 2025
The International Film Festival screened "A Horsey Name," a film by an SMU alumna.

Inside the vault: 10 years of SMU’s International Film Festival

Darcy Bass, General Assignment Reporter
March 23, 2025
Gail Turner talks about what makes SMU special with Katie Bergelin at the Moms and Dads Club's annual Mother's Tea on March 8.

30 Fabulous Years: Gail Turner reflects on her experience as SMU’s leading lady

Darcy Bass, General Assignment Reporter
March 12, 2025
Patrons observing the first room in “The Sense of Beauty Exhibition,” displaying contrast in color scheme and featuring “El Mangle” by Myrna Báez.

The Meadows Museum showcases six centuries of painting from Museo de Arte de Ponce

Darcy Bass, General Assignment Reporter
March 5, 2025
Ellie Pittman prepares to hit the ball during the women's tennis match against Incarnate Word.

A weekend of wins for men’s and women’s tennis

Darcy Bass, General Assignment Reporter
February 24, 2025
Black Law Student Association luncheon attendees pictured together after Honor Judge Tanya Parker's keynote speech.

Black Law Student Association expands career opportunities at annual luncheon

Darcy Bass, General Assignment Reporter
February 15, 2025
Valda Harris Montgomery spoke during a Lunch and Learn event during Dream Week. She discussed growing up during the civil rights movement.

A visit from a civil rights activist and a volunteering event round out SMU’s Dream Week

Ellen Rogers and Darcy Bass
January 27, 2025
Charlie Scudder hosts The Unforgotten podcast which focuses of his coverage of the Billy Chemirmir murders for the Dallas Morning News.

The Unforgotten: Unnatural Causes: Behind the Scenes with Charlie Scudder

Neely Davis and Darcy Bass
November 25, 2024
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