The best and worst of 2019: the year in review
By: Maxine Davey | Head Editor December 13, 2019 2019 has brought us some memorable moments: from pop culture to politics, this year has been one for the books. Here’s a look at some of […]
Columns & Opinion
Why we need socialized medicine
By: Abigail Calandra| Head Editor December 11, 2019 I spent Thanksgiving break in Prague, Czech Republic, visiting the place I will soon make my home. Just after getting on the airplane, my mom, a Type […]
Hollywood’s new, subversive reality
By: Elijah Winn | General Editor November 22, 2019 In the current age, expectations for blockbusters and critically-acclaimed TV shows swell into a cultural frenzy that dominates the media. Some films can attest to success […]
Trump’s presidency is a low point in American history
By: Abigail Calandra | Head Editor November 21, 2019 Trump’s demeanor, violations of the Constitution, and shady acts have further tarnished his already substandard reputation, and his presidency will be seen as a low point […]
The physical and environmental impact of a plant-based diet
By Mia Costales | Writer November 15, 2019 It seems like just a decade ago, plant-based diets were exclusively practiced by extreme environmentalists or your average “hippie,” for lack of a better term. However, diets […]
New masculinity in the modern century
Pharrell’s wardrobe is inspired by subtle shifts in the culture around him-and shifts within himself too. By: Maile Benumof | Writer November 8, 2019 In a multitude of ways, the twenty-first century is entirely its […]
As the US becomes socially diverse, partisan divide expands
By: Abigail Calandra| Head Editor October 24, 2019 The current political situation in the United States is a toxic, partisan circus that is threatening the legitimacy of democracy. Government officials, both Democrat and Republican, act […]
Senior year: Heaven or hell?
By: Maile Benumof | Writer October 18, 2019 Four years ago, we started this crazy journey called high school. In only six short months, we’re going to be done. Every class will be taken, every […]
Teens aren’t getting enough sleep
By: Kate Hedger | Writer October 11, 2019 Every day, teenagers are expected to wake up, be on time for school, complete their homework, take part in extracurricular activities, and have a social […]
Donald Trump’s political career: seriously, is it all a joke?
By: Julia Wengier | Editor in Chief October 3, 2019 President Trump has baffled the nation ever since his announcement to run for the presidency. To many Americans, it was unthinkable and comical. Clearly, the […]