Written by Janet Wang Published in the November 6th, 2015 issue Everyone has the ability to impact people’s lives through acts of kindness, no matter how big or small. Doing random acts of kindness results in a win-win situation that increases happiness in both the giver and receiver. The...

Written by Emma Chiao and Michael Chen Published in the November 6, 2015 issue Recovery Varsity runner junior Claire Hu was injured her freshmen year during the cross country season. She had been running since sixth grade after her parents encouraged her to try something new. Despite the setback of...

Written by Lena Ye Published in the November 6th, 2015 issue The Interscholastic Gaming League is a gaming club formed in 2003. The club meets after school on Fridays in the Student Activities Center. Science teacher Eric Ledgerwood has been the club’s advisor since 2004. “The Interscholastic...

Written by Ariel Pan Published in the November 6th, 2015 issue At Gunn, students are able to experience one period of another culture before walking back out into a culture they are familiar with. Even for those who travel to different countries, the temporary stay doesn’t affect them. However,...

Written by Kush Dubey Published in the November 6, 2015 issue Students who find themselves transitioning between cultures—whether it’s from Kenya to America or from Hong Kong to Australia—often find themselves in positions of uncertainty when adapting to new atmospheres and lifestyles. For...

Written by Ryeri Lim Published in the November 6, 2015 issue This is a busy season for everyone: on one day in particular, I had a lot on my mind. As I hurried past the quad, the din of the brunch games immediately reminded me of my weeklong commitment to extroversion. The quickness of...

Compiled by Ariel Pan Published in the November 6th, 2015 issue 1. Introverts have opinions; include them in conversations and ask questions like, “What do you think?” 2. Don’t force introverts to speak or guilt them into speaking; let them speak when they feel comfortable doing so. 5....

Written by Joanne Lee Published in the November 6, 2015 issue I have always wanted a tattoo. Ever since elementary school, I would write and draw things all over my skin. These pen marks, however, were short-lived. What I sought was permanence. I started off by Googling everything I could about...

Written by Naina Murphy  Published in the November 6th, 2015 issue Over the last eight years, senior William Brooks has used his free time for birdwatching. After his dad picked up the hobby during his sabbatical, Brooks became interested and soon developed a love for the activity. “I like the...

Written by Paulo Frank Published in the November 6, 2015 issue Physics teacher Alec MacLean is handy with wood and enjoys creating many pieces in his spare time. From furniture to carvings to gargoyles, MacLean embraces challenge, and is willing to try time and time again to create projects the...

Written by Kaya van der Horst published in the Novemebr 6th, 2015 issue Every year, chemistry teacher Dr. Heather Mellows makes mole cookies for her students to celebrate Mole Day. These adorable cookies are part of Mellows’ continued love for taking chemistry outside the classroom and into the...