To use the common cliche, the ability to “think outside the box” is highly prized as an integral part for the development of independent thinking. Despite this, West High’s educational curriculum seems to place a far greater value on churning...

   Since the dawn of literature, authors have hooked readers' attention through engaging and dramatic blurbs on book jackets. Conversely, A Series of Unfortunate Events author Lemony Snicket defies this traditional way by cautioning readers in the...

   Simply put, our education system is broken. Students are bombarded with countless AP and Honors classes without ever being taught how to approach them. In light of this total unpreparedness, the fate of developing disciplined study habits is left...

  The Islamic faith is one of the prevalent religions in the world; however, there are also many misconceptions about the faith and those who follow it. In particular, Muslim women are distinguishable by their religious head coverings, called hijabs,...

     Sustained throughout the centuries, books have been a classic form of entertainment since immemorial. However, as humanity reaches the modern age, society has latched onto digital devices as the dominant force for our entertainment. Consequently,...

     Stressed with college deadlines? Confusion in navigating college applications? With upcoming deadlines for UC and CSU applications, feelings of anxiety and worry are frequent during the application process. This process shouldn’t be...

   “I’m lovin’ it.” “The Happiest Place on Earth.” “America runs on Dunkin’.” Chances are you may recognize these slogans. Mottos have always been a prominent staple of the marketing world, advertising businesses through an iconic...

   In the realm of pop culture,  trends are defined as an ever-changing societal interest likely to fall out of relevancy in a short amount of time. Despite the fleeting nature of most fads, some trends seem to live on forever in the hearts of those...

   Several hours of running on adrenaline and high strung nerves. Sweaty palms and bitten nails. A clock ticking down that draws your eye no matter how hard you try to look away. Depending on personal opinion, an AP test is either your worst nightmare...

   Drowsing off in class. Missing deadlines. Slowly withdrawing from caring about day-to-day activities. These are all possible symptoms of the mysterious affliction known as senioritis, but what exactly is it, and what’s causing it?    Like...

   In a world where global warming and pollution are becoming increasingly urgent issues that need to be given attention, it’s vital to take the time to educate yourself on what’s happening, and what you can do to help fight it. One of the biggest...