Mary Beth Bauermann. Mary Beth Bauermann is a junior at the College of William & Mary, double majoring in American studies and English. Her interests lie in cultural history as expressed through music, dance, literature, and media. She is executive editor of W&M's Flat Hat Magazine and a copy editor for W&M's Vinyl Tap Magazine. She is a group fitness instructor at W&M Campus Recreation and works as a peer consultant and student administrator at W&M's Writing Resources Center.
Beale Street is a sonic hub that celebrates music and, in doing so, its rich cultural history. Beale Street, however, has not always been this vibrant.