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Negative sporting event outcomes correlate with emotional reactions, increased domestic violence

Negative sporting event outcomes correlate with emotional reactions, increased domestic violence

Kaylee Cheng, Features Editor March 10, 2024

Sports are deeply ingrained in society as forms of entertainment, socialization, unity and pride. The Super Bowl, the World Cup and the NBA finals bring millions of fans together to experience the drama and spectacle of peak athleticism. Despite positive benefits and traditions — beloved stadium tacos,...

‘A California for all’

‘A California for all’

Chris Lee, Managing Editor March 10, 2024

On Jan. 30, PAUSD Assistant Superintendent of Secondary Education Dr. Guillermo Lopez moderated the second ethnic studies community meeting alongside Gunn and Paly teachers on the district’s Ethnic Studies Committee. Although the virtual meeting was advertised as a “community input session,”...

The Oracle Mini Crossword Combo

The Oracle Mini Crossword Combo

Dan Honigstein, In-Depth Editor March 6, 2024

Check out our most recent issue’s crossword! Come to P-115 during lunch or 5th period next week with a screenshot of the puzzle to win a prize.     

Students gather in their SELF classroom for a Friday lesson.

In the Pursuit of Wellness: The Oracle investigates efficacy of SELF

Fiona Xiong, Online Editor March 5, 2024

In 2017, Gunn implemented the Social-Emotional Literacy and Functionality program in response to growing concerns about student mental health on campus and new California social-emotional learning standards. This program is the first of the wellness initiatives The Oracle will be investigating in...

Breaking News: Students skip SELF, Study Hall to participate in walkout

Breaking News: Students skip SELF, Study Hall to participate in walkout

Amann Mahajan, Kaylee Cheng and Fenton Zarlengo February 23, 2024

On Friday, Feb. 23, students skipped SELF and Study Hall to participate in a walkout, gathering on the football field to discuss student mental health in the aftermath of Tuesday’s student death.  During the meeting, student organizers freshman Aya Gurevich and sophomore Milcah Morrison directed...

Pregame music primes student-athletes for peak performance

Pregame music primes student-athletes for peak performance

Michelle Koo, News Editor, Graphics Artist February 16, 2024

Freshman Kaila Chen: Cheerleading Cheerleading’s complex choreographies can stir worries about stumbles, memory blanks and potential errors. Freshman Kaila Chen calms her pregame nerves by listening to her favorite songs. It can get stressful at times, and everyone has nerves,” Chen said. “So...

Onto the next chapter: Students, staff discuss changes in reading habits with the digital age

Onto the next chapter: Students, staff discuss changes in reading habits with the digital age

Yael Gottesman, Reporter February 14, 2024

Growing up, many students saw books as portals into new universes and fantastical realms. Novels transported readers to new places such as the enchanting Hogwarts Castle from “Harry Potter” or the magical Camp Half-Blood from “Percy Jackson,” sparking their imagination and developing their comprehension...

Local theaters offer varying viewing experiences

Local theaters offer varying viewing experiences

Ya-An Xue, Social Media Editor February 13, 2024

Revived Gunn Style Watch continues passion for fashion

Revived Gunn Style Watch continues passion for fashion

Maddie Cheung, Centerfold Editor February 13, 2024

Founded in 2017 by Gunn alumna Dajiana Huang, Gunn Style Watch (@gunnstylewatch on Instagram) was revived last year by then-senior Fae Crane, who aimed to showcase the diversity of styles and student identities on campus. The account features students with unique outfits at Gunn, detailing their sources...

Fans should holistically evaluate athlete role models

Fans should holistically evaluate athlete role models

Bryan Xiao, Lifestyle Editor, Assistant Business Manager February 13, 2024

“I am not a role model,” NBA Hall of Fame forward Charles Barkley deadpanned to the camera. After a rapid-fire montage of Barkley dribbling, grabbing a rebound and dunking, he paused to deliver a line that sparked controversy across the American sports community: “Just because I dunk a basketball...

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