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Review: “The Iron Claw” cannot get enough praise [MUSE]

Review: “The Iron Claw” cannot get enough praise [MUSE]

Emma Hu April 18, 2024

I cry a lot, especially at movies. I have cried watching “Mamma Mia”, I have cried watching “Interstellar”, I have even cried watching “Zootopia”. That being said, it has been a while since...

Humane society worker, teacher, students deliberate “correct” answer to growing question of adopting versus shopping

Humane society worker, teacher, students deliberate “correct” answer to growing question of adopting versus shopping

Jasmine Y. Zhang April 11, 2024

As senior Pragathi Arunkumar scrolls through TikTok, she comes across a trend where TikTok users post screenshots of their lock screens and caption it with “your lock screen is what keeps you going.”...

Opposing Column: Being the younger sibling means a life with built-in benefits

Opposing Column: Being the younger sibling means a life with built-in benefits

Emma Hu April 10, 2024

Let’s not pretend this is a debate: being the younger sibling is obviously better. Even according to research conducted by the University of Tennessee, younger siblings have often strengthened their...

Senior Carolyn Jia reviews scholarship opportunities during her release period on Jan. 19th, 2024. Although college application season is over, I still have to apply for scholarships and honors programs, so Im still quite busy, said Jia. 

Female students, vice principal share experiences with gender, feminism stereotypes in male-dominated activities

Pahal Sehgal and Avery Carlisle April 3, 2024

 Chloe de Leon, USA Rugby team member, former wrestler and senior, has a deep passion for and connection to the rugby and wrestling communities, playing in a more masculine-driven sport as a feminine-identifying...

Review: “The Bear” sets an unbelievably high bar for future comedy shows [MUSE]

Review: “The Bear” sets an unbelievably high bar for future comedy shows [MUSE]

Emma Hu March 19, 2024

When I sat down one afternoon on the couch to pick up “The Bear” for the first time, I expected it to be a fun, cheery pick-me-up of a show about a guy running his family restaurant. I was incredibly...

Students, business teacher discuss influence of brand values on buying habits

Students, business teacher discuss influence of brand values on buying habits

Emma Hu and Jenny Li March 18, 2024

Consumerism has steadily risen for centuries, creating the multifaceted patterns of consumer spending that are seen in the world today. This trend is noted clearly in reports by the Bureau of Labor...

Oscars season drama is inevitable with snubs (and not-snubs), but the drama is what makes it fun [opinion]

Oscars season drama is inevitable with snubs (and not-snubs), but the drama is what makes it fun [opinion]

Emma Hu March 10, 2024

The Oscars. The Film Lover’s Super Bowl. The Movie Critic’s World Cup. Widely regarded as the most important award show of the entire season, Oscars night is packed with excitement. However, amid all...

READY TO REMINISCENCE: Seniors Sandra Yang (left) and Pragathi Arunkumar (right) discuss their plans to travel together during summer break on Nov 20th, 2023. “We really wanted to go on a senior trip this upcoming summer so we can make the most of our summer because it is very likely we will go to different colleges,” said Arunkumar.

Students, counselor discuss impact of high school friendships, staying in touch after graduation

Emma Hu March 1, 2024

When senior Alexandra “Sandra” Yang moved to this school for her sophomore year, she said she struggled to fit in at first. Yang said her friendships played a big role in helping her through the transition. “I...

Students, College and Career Resources Coordinator discuss female underrepresentation in academic fields, making concrete changes

Students, College and Career Resources Coordinator discuss female underrepresentation in academic fields, making concrete changes

Emma Hu February 25, 2024

Senior Alexandra “Sandra” Yang said she has always been passionate about computer science (CS); joining CS clubs never seemed like a hard decision for her. However, when she arrived at the callout...

Senior Mia Kubek poses after committing to Depauw University for soccer. Kubek said she took multiple factors into account with her choice to commit to DePauw, and she is happy with the decision she made. (Submitted Photo: Mia Kubek)

Students, coach weigh the positive and negative aspects of college recruitment and athlete pay

Ryan Sharp February 22, 2024

Gymnast and senior Aaronson Mansberger is committed to the University of Michigan, said he has been involved with the recruiting process for college athletics since the end of sophomore year. “After...

Senior Kevin Hu looks over his FAFSA forms with his dad on Feb 15th, 2024. Hu said his dad helped him a lot while applying for the program.

College coordinator, students share concerns about current financial aid system, promote financial transparency and literacy

Mahitha Konjeti February 22, 2024

For senior Sara Standish, the financial aid system in America is unfair. “Personally, I didn’t apply for financial aid because I wouldn’t receive any money. I feel like people in the middle (class)...

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