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Spring forward into a restorative headspace

Spring forward into a restorative headspace

Charlotte Qian, News Editor March 20, 2023

Practice self-care In a world centered around productivity and hard work, self-care is crucial in maintaining efficiency. Self-care is especially important when it comes to preventing burnout, whether that be in school or any other part of life. With spring break quickly approaching, it could provide...

From eerie to erudite: Podcasts deserve a listen

From eerie to erudite: Podcasts deserve a listen

Fiona Xiong, Online Editor March 20, 2023

“The Mel Robbins Podcast” “The Mel Robbins Podcast” provides solutions to address problems with procrastination, anxiety and motivation. Hosted by Mel Robbins, the podcast dives deep into practical advice on how one can improve their well-being. Episodes are updated semiweekly and are up...

Impactful hip-hop, R&B albums explore black narrative

Impactful hip-hop, R&B albums explore black narrative

Vivian Studdert, Sports Editor February 20, 2023

“Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers” In May 2022, rapper Kendrick Lamar released his fifth studio album “Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers” after years of anticipation. Lamar’s unique and emotional style makes every album a story told through melodies and motifs. For example, in his polemic...

Unexplored courses offer unique learning opportunities

Unexplored courses offer unique learning opportunities

Victor Dang, News Editor February 20, 2023

From Culinary Arts to Interior Design, it may seem like Gunn offers classes about everything under the sun. Just a quick glance at the course guide reinforces this idea and offers an insight into the vast amount of courses. However, as students are naturally inclined to select courses based on reputation,...

Black Artists Elevate Art, Culture

Black Artists Elevate Art, Culture

Lise Desveaux, Centerfold Editor February 20, 2023

Gabe Stone Shayer Gabe Stone Shayer has been dancing almost since he could walk. He began taking classes in his hometown, Philadelphia, at the age of 5. His talent was noticed by The Rock School for Dance Education, where he received a scholarship at the age of 14. He participated in multiple competitions,...

Valentines Day Interactive Crossword

Valentine’s Day Interactive Crossword

Maddie Cheung, Centerfold Editor February 10, 2023

Staffer Recommends Humorous Routes To Romance

Staffer Recommends Humorous Routes To Romance

Kelvin Xu, Business Manager February 10, 2023

Making the first move to ask your crush out can be frightening. But what if you tried using some humor to lighten the otherwise daunting task? Not only could it reduce the anxiety and intimidation around the event, but it could also create a memorable experience for you and your crush. Using a pick-up...

Ye Controversy Calls For Greater Solidarity

Ye Controversy Calls For Greater Solidarity

Dan Honigstein, In-Depth Editor December 12, 2022

As a Jew, an anti-Semitic celebrity rampage is far from new to me. With every passing year, a new name is added to the long list of public figures who I am forced to avoid due to their threats against my people. For the last decade or so, the likes of Pink Floyd frontman Roger Waters, Hollywood actor...

Series to binge over the winter break

Series to binge over the winter break

Paul Garofalo, Reporter December 12, 2022

Les Misérables “Les Misérables,” a French novel written by Victor Hugo in 1862, is a perfect read for winter break. When it was published, the novel instantly became a smashing success. To this day, it is still considered a chef d'oeuvre. In the novel, Hugo covers the idea of social injustice...

Body image comments over holidays affect well-being

Body image comments over holidays affect well-being

Victor Dang, News Editor December 12, 2022

Unwanted comments about one’s weight or appearance are certainly not limited to the holidays, but inevitably become more common as rarely-seen relatives all meet up for family reunions during winter break. Even if these statements don’t mean to put someone on the spot, they can enormously affect...

Who are the artists hitting the road with Taylor?

Who are the artists hitting the road with Taylor?

Katie Lawer, Sports Editor December 12, 2022

Beabadobee British indie-rock singer and songwriter Beatrice Kristi Laus—known by her stage name, Beabadoobee—has so far released two acclaimed studio albums: 2020’s “Fake it Flowers” and 2022’s “Beatopia.” Born in the Philippines, Laus moved to London at the age of three and quickly...

Taylor Swifts Midnights is worth a listen

Taylor Swift’s “Midnights” is worth a listen

Carly Liao, Forum Editor December 12, 2022

When Taylor Swift first announced the release of her 10th studio album “Midnights” at the MTV Video Music Awards, I, like many other fans, had no idea what to expect. Her last two original studio albums, “Folklore” and “Evermore,” channeled a soft, indie atmosphere, while her recently re-recorded...

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