Prom 2018 Looks

Gbemi Abon, Reporter

May 11, 2018

Filed under 2017-2018, Features

Deciding a look for prom can be quite challenging, especially within the mass amount of trends and fashion styles that 2018 possesses. Expanding on an individual’s preference on individuality within certain prom styles directs the person into creating their own personal look for prom. Creating a...

Mexican Food

Vanessa Lopez, Reporter

March 21, 2018

Filed under 2017-2018, Features

It is the late evening of Noche Buena (Christmas Eve), and you are gathered at the table to eat dinner with your family. The table is filled with foods and drinks such as tamales, pozole, menudo, champurrado, ponche navideño, and many other Mexican dishes. Mexico has food that is a blend of many different...

Irish Food

Catherine Schnabel, Co. Asst News Editor

March 21, 2018

Filed under 2017-2018, Features

For many, St. Patrick’s Day makes them think of tiny leprechauns and a free excuse to pinch their friends. But for me, it fills my mind with thoughts of traditions, family, and most importantly, food. Food is what truly sets the tone of the holiday. As soon as I smell the sweet aroma of Irish soda...

Nigerian Food

Gbemi Abon, Reporter

March 21, 2018

Filed under 2017-2018, Features

When it comes to food, there are many great types, but I would have to say that Nigerian food holds a special place in my heart. The reason being is that I have grown up eating this type of food all my life, and it is extremely versatile and unique. Nigerian food has so much to offer from beverages to...

Chinese Food

Charles Jiang, Reporter

March 21, 2018

Filed under 2017-2018, Features

As seen around the world, Chinese food is one of the most popular cuisines. Although it may be served around the world and known to many as merely food, there are years of culture and history behind certain dishes. One dish that is extremely popular and widely served is dumplings. Dumplings are known...

Makeup Expert: Kendall Chraplewski

Kendall Chraplewshi, Reporter

February 28, 2018

Filed under 2017-2018, Features, Issue #6

From shopping for beauty products and watching YouTube videos from various beauty influencers, to attending beauty conventions in LA, I suppose one could say that the beauty industry has a large role in my life. Though I have many other beauty products I adore dearly, two that I use on the daily that...

Fashion Expert: Sophia Jung

Sophia Jung, Head Editor

February 28, 2018

Filed under 2017-2018, Features, Issue #6

Although I am not as bad as Rebecca Bloomwood in ‘Confessions of a Shopaholic’, I do have to say I have a bit of a shopping problem. When I was little, my dream job was to become a fashion designer. At an early age of 6, I knew what clothes I liked, didn’t like, and what was the fad for little...

Art Expert: Sean Castro

Sean Castro, Reporter

February 28, 2018

Filed under 2017-2018, Features, Issue #6

Art can take many forms. And many people interpret these forms in different ways. We have artists who draw, paint, and even weld (art using metal)! The list is almost endless, but regardless of what form art takes, the point is that anyone can be artistic and make good art. Here are a couple of tips...

Dance Expert: Gbemi Abon

Gbemi Abon, Reporter

February 28, 2018

Filed under 2017-2018, Features, Issue #6

Dance is much more than simply “twirling” around in circles or even jumping in place. Not only are you performing when you dance, but you are trying to tell a story within that performance. I started dancing when I was 3 years old and instantly fell in love with the sport and continued to pursue...

Food Expert: Jaiden Curlin

Jaiden Curlin, Reporter

February 28, 2018

Filed under 2017-2018, Features, Issue #6

Food has always been a necessity of the world. In the words of Mario Batali, “When I became a cook in 1978, anybody could peel potatoes for soup. In the ensuing 30-40 years, food transcended merely fuel and meals...you guys are eating thousand dollar cakes, the world has changed!” This statement...

Mrs. Natalie Sieg’s Story

February 5, 2018

Filed under 2017-2018, Features, Issue #5, Showcase

It’s hard for me to explain how many times I feel like I have failed and then recovered. I failed a math class in college, lost countless ASB elections in high school, and even went on about 6 teaching interviews before I got hired. One of the best failure stories has to be when I was interviewing...

Bella Jakini’s (Soph) Story

February 5, 2018

Filed under 2017-2018, Features, Issue #5

My dad forced me to take piano lessons when I was younger. I did not enjoy them all because I couldn’t understand a thing my instructor tried to teach me. It felt like they were speaking an entirely different language. I learned very little about playing piano after my classes, so I decided I would...