Photo Essay: Friday Blue and Gold

Rebecca Qin, Photographer

Students, teacher reflect on changing perception of Black Friday Black Friday, falling the day after Thanksgiving, garners less enthusiasm from shoppers than it has in previous years. Research conducted by Statista reveals that in 2023, about 50% of people surveyed planned to start their holiday shopping before Black Friday,…
As Thanksgiving, Black Friday approaches, consider negative impacts of commercialism, true meaning of holidays Despite the complex and rather dark history behind the fourth Thursday in November, Thanksgiving remains, at its core, a holiday meant for family, friends and gratitude. As cheesy as it sounds, the true meaning behind this holiday is important, but…
In a post-affirmative action world, students employ new tools, considerations in college applications Over a year ago, the U.S. Supreme Court made a decision that transformed the face of college admissions: the banning of affirmative action. Melinda Stephan, College and Career Resource Center (CCRC) coordinator, said it's important to recognize how affirmative action…