Compiled by Yuki Klotz-Burwell
Gloves
Philz mug
Teddy bear
Portable speaker
Book of bad jokes
New holiday sweater
Camelbak water bottles
Humans of New York book
SpongeBob Squarepants jorts
The "Home Alone" movie series
Unique starter pack for the gift-getter
Big set...
Compiled by Sam Acker
1. Netflix marathon
A perfect rainy day activity is to have a movie marathon night with your friends. Pick a movie on Netflix and start cuddling on the couch.
2. The Nutcracker
Go to see a play or a ballet. There are many seasonal performances such as The Nutcracker...
By Erica Watkins
In Missy Elliott’s song “Work It,” she sings about the importance of shaving her pubic hair in order to be with her significant other. This and other popular songs bring up the societal pressure to shave. With “No Shave November” in full force, I ask the question: Why is...
1. Buy them a Hallmark card. Nothing shows you care like a store-bought product with a tagline made by someone else.
2. Choreograph an interpretive dance expressing your gratitude for them. Turkey imitation is highly encouraged.
3. Everyone likes a nice massage. Even your mailman.
4. Write...
Written by Shawna Chen
The Islamic State of Iraq and Levant (ISIS) first gained major attention earlier this year when it executed U.S. journalist James Foley in an online video, but the extremist group formerly known as al Qaeda in Iraq had already committed multiple terrorist acts in the past, including...
Written by Lucy Fan
The kidnappings and deaths of three Israeli teenagers and eventually one of a Palestinian teenager would be a starting spark in what would become a string of hostilities from both Israel and Palestine. However, the conflict did not start because of these kidnappings - there had...
Written by Kathleen Xue
In March 2011, the Bashar al-Assad regime in Syria cracked down violently on activists demanding more economic prosperity, sparking a nationwide uprising. The revolution eventually led to a civil war between rebels and the authoritarian government and now has killed more than...
Written by Ryeri Lim
“O, marvel with thrilling joy at these tallest trees! Like solemn giants they regard heaven, like quiet mothers they provide you green shade!” Derwin rhapsodized, his hands clasped in front of him. Through the leaf coverage, evening sunlight played off Derwin’s skin.
“Shut...
PRO
In the summer, it won’t feel like you are wearing a wool sweater on your face.
You won’t look 10 years older than your actual age.
Food won’t get trapped in your beard. You won’t have to kiss bagels and cream cheese goodbye.
Unmanageable hair is not attractive.
Hair growth...
The Soul patch is the area just below the lower lip, not including the hair over the chin. This is a little tuft that wavers in the wind as you embrace your inner peace.
Named after fictional Chinese villain Dr. Fu Manchu, this upper lip mustache grows downward in two long strands and hangs past the...
Freshmen Expectations
—Compiled by Sabrina Chen
“I think that freshman will lose everything, but whatever.”
—Jamie Huang
“Probably loud. Really loud. There’s probably going to be candy and a lot of music.”
—Lydia Tsai
“They sound cool and I guess more people participate...
‘Generous’ grading style
It’s hard to admit that getting a good grade is more important than learning the subject, but that’s unfortunately the case. Students deal with trying to focus on schoolwork, study for the SAT, the ACT, subject tests, work on extracurricular activities, volunteer and...
