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U-High Midway
The Student News Site of University of Chicago Laboratory High School

U-High Midway
The Student News Site of University of Chicago Laboratory High School

U-High Midway
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Helpful or Harmful? Community debates proper usage of AI writing software
Photography teacher leaves Lab after winter break
BSA leaders abruptly end MLK assembly with walkout to protest discrimination

BSA leaders abruptly end MLK assembly with walkout to protest discrimination

January 12, 2023

Updated Jan. 19: The text for the Black Students' Association speech given at the MLK Assembly on Jan. 12 has been linked...

In alternate reality game, 7th graders find new ways to explore climate change

In alternate reality game, 7th graders find new ways to explore climate change

January 11, 2023

Visualize a world where everything is underwater. How would a student arrive at school? Imagine a planet where there is no...

Students react with mix of optimism and frustration to schedule changes

Students react with mix of optimism and frustration to schedule changes

January 6, 2023

High school students reacted with a mix of optimistic and frustrated views on the 2023-24 high school schedule, with some...

Science Olympiad performs well at first competition of season

Science Olympiad performs well at first competition of season

December 15, 2022

The Science Olympiad team had a strong showing at the Neuqua Valley High School Invitational Dec. 10-11, where the varsity...

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Features
COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS: Since age three, junior Katie Williams has participated in a Chicago chapter of Jack and Jill of America, where she has formed valuable connections within her community.
(Video) Passion for podcasting: Senior finds fulfillment, wins accolades with finance podcast
Students respond differently in choosing whether or not they support problematic creators.
SIGNIFICANT SERVICE: While fulfilling the sophomore year of service, some students have found a passion at their service site, and many continue to volunteer after the required 30 hours have been completed.
Trending Stories
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While protein is an essential component of a diet, supplements, such as protein powder, are unnecessary.

Protein powder provides unnecessary diet supplement

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Reporter Taariq Ahmed argues that stereotyped representation of Indian Americans in media can be harmful by oversimplifying a diverse culture.

Indian American stereotypes should be battled through more diverse representation in media

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Moments before students walked out of the assembly, BSA co-presidents Camille Bryant and Michael Ewing discuss how students of color continue to feel unwelcome at school.

BSA leaders abruptly end MLK assembly with walkout to protest discrimination

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Following their walkout from the MLK assembly, the Black Students Association played audio testimonials in hallways Jan. 17. The testimonials were collected from members of U-High identity groups and detail accounts of overt discrimination and microagressions.

With powerful testimonials of discrimination, groups call for action

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Beloved artists and creators are increasingly using their platforms to normalize hateful, toxic, highly damaging views and practices.

Supporting ‘Hogwarts Legacy’ condones transphobia through J.K. Rowling ties

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U-High Principal Paul Beekmeyer will leave Lab at the end of the 2022-23 school year to serve as head of upper school in a boarding school in Florida.

Principal accepts new job in Florida

Briefs
To identify mental health and illness among peers, students can apply by Feb. 16 to a teen mental health training program run by the Learning and Counseling department.
Teen mental health training program accepting student applications
February 8, 2023
With two students scoring perfect, the math team placed fifth in the state at its fourth North Suburban Math League meet this school year.
Math team placed fifth in state at NMSL contest
February 7, 2023
In addition to a call for student submissions, the Ouroboros Review is also running a poetry contest where submissions are due Feb. 28.
Ouroboros Review accepting student submissions for fourth edition
February 3, 2023
Director Tori Jueds speaks at a webinar on Jan. 25, reassuring listeners about Labs financial shortfall this year.
Director Jueds addresses fiscal shortfall, reassures financial stability
January 31, 2023
Photographers Patrice Graham and Matt Petres placed in seven categories in total for the advanced division of the Fall Photo Contest sponsored by the Association of Texas Photography Instructors.
Two photojournalists win awards in national contest
January 23, 2023
Senior Corona Chen was named a finalist in the Regeneron Science Talent Search.
Senior named top STEM scholar in international competition
January 17, 2023
U-Highlights placed first in seven of the eight categories for the 2022 Illinois Journalism Education Association yearbook contest.
U-Highlights places first in Illinois yearbook contest
January 17, 2023
The debate duo of Mahi Shah and Cyrus Esmailzadeh advanced to octofinals in a tourament in Nashville on Jan. 6-8, earning another bid for the Tournament of Champions.
Debaters earn another bid for Tournament of Champions
January 12, 2023
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Opinion
Low-income communities and low rates of maternal labor participation correlate with child care deserts, while COVID-19 and underfunding further the disparity.
Closing the gap within childcare disparity requires education and advocacy
Chloe Alexander, Assistant Editor • February 2, 2023

As a private school, Lab offers after school childcare programs for young students. This type of access isn’t available for other people, even just blocks away from Lab....

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As artificial intelligence continues to develop, its usage in a school environment must be addressed, and distinct boundaries need to be established by teachers to prevent crossover into academic dishonesty.
It's time to establish boundaries for AI use
Editorial Board • January 20, 2023

As the Midway sees it… Everyone’s seen the dystopian movies — the ones with robot takeovers, machines gone rogue and the human subjugation that follows. They succeed...

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Beloved artists and creators are increasingly using their platforms to normalize hateful, toxic, highly damaging views and practices.
Supporting 'Hogwarts Legacy' condones transphobia through J.K. Rowling ties
Erich Raumann, Deputy Managing Editor • January 19, 2023

At first glance, the ordering website for the upcoming video game Hogwarts Legacy looks like any other, with flattering screenshots of gameplay and a few paragraphs of text...

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Sports
Rising Stars: With winter sports underway, athletes demonstrate potential
Rising Stars: With winter sports underway, athletes demonstrate potential
Chloe Alexander, Audrey Matei, Téa Tamburo, Ainsley Williams, Katie Sasamoto-Kurisu, and Victoria Washington • January 24, 2023

Junior Haley Sturgill approaches the goal during a futsal match in Lower Kovler Gymnasium on Jan. 18. This year’s season now includes the girls soccer players and eighth grade players.
Futsal expands; now coed grades 8-12
January 23, 2023
The dance team performs during a varsity basketball game on Jan. 5.
After first-ever competition, dance team focuses on improvement
January 10, 2023
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Health and Wellness
Students and athletes, in particular, use pilates to practice mindfulness and get exercise.
Student athletes use Pilates, mindfulness as a form of exercise
Taariq Ahmed, Reporter • February 7, 2023

Breathe in … and out. Breathe in … and out. A deepening visualization of a positive, relaxing environment is illustrated inside the mind...

DEEP BREATHS. Students can practice guided meditations and breathing exercises with the wellness app Insight Timer. The wellness council purchased a schoolwide subscription to the app this year and is hoping students will utilize this resource, and that teachers will incorporate Insight Timer into their classrooms.
Breathe in: School promotes meditation app Insight Timer for student wellness
January 24, 2023
While protein is an essential component of a diet, supplements, such as protein powder, are unnecessary.
Protein powder provides unnecessary diet supplement
January 17, 2023
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Arts
Despite being a movie about a deeply uncanny killer doll, “M3GAN” focuses more on dark comedy and subverting troupes then pure horror.
'M3GAN' combines humor and horror to tell relevant, engaging story
Amon Gray, Sports and Leisure Editor • February 6, 2023

The shot of the door frame widens to reveal M3GAN, a human-like doll. She stands stiffly upright. Her fixed expression is cold and her eyes are vacant. Her voice is stilted and robotic. She is here to...

Maurice Neuman plays the cello during an orchestra concert on Dec. 15. Maurice will preform at the Illinois All-State Music Ensemble on Jan. 28 at the Illinois Music Educators Conference in Peoria.
U-High students to perform at Illinois All-State Music Ensemble
January 25, 2023
The new elective, Sew-Called Creations, redefines the artistic potential of clothes and textiles. Ms. Romero, who teaches the class, takes a free-form approach with the class and allows students to explore the art of sewing in unique and interesting ways.
Stitched together: New elective blends artistic creativity, fashion through experimental approach
January 23, 2023
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Multimedia
(Video) Passion for podcasting: Senior finds fulfillment, wins accolades with finance podcast
(Video) Passion for podcasting: Senior finds fulfillment, wins accolades with finance podcast
Audrey Matei, Arts Editor • February 6, 2023

At least once a month, Kriti Sarav logs into a Zoom call, ready to talk with a complete stranger — sometimes for over an hour. With a microphone recording above her head...

A performer sings holiday classics and renditions for event attendees and volunteers.
Video: Volunteers decorate South Side to spread holiday spirit
December 16, 2022
It’s a fun halloween-themed activity to partake in with friends or family. But if you want to improve the appearance of your jack-o-lantern, Assistant editor Clare McRoberts has a couple simple tips that will make a difference. Take your pumpkin art to the next level.
Video: Simple pumpkin carving tips can improve your jack-o'-lantern
October 14, 2022
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In-Depth
Is it really the most wonderful time of year?
Is it really the most wonderful time of year?
Jaya Alenghat, Krishita Dutta, Haley Maharry, Erich Raumann, and Téa Tamburo • December 7, 2022

It’s the season of holidays, celebrations and gatherings. Almost everyone has something to celebrate, brightening the colder months. While a diversity of holidays are...

So much at risk…
So much at risk…
October 26, 2022
Chicago has various indoor and outdoor activities and adventures to try this summer.
A guide to your summer unplugged
June 2, 2022
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City Life
Though the Chicago municipal election isnt until Feb. 28, early voting opened on Jan. 26.
How you can register and vote in the Chicago municipal election
Amy Ren, Assistant Editor • February 8, 2023

Voting is now open for Chicago mayor, treasurer, clerk, city council and the new police district council. New and previous voters can check...

Students walk on the campus of Kenwood Academy, one of the schools that participated in the Chicago mayoral survey organized by the Scholastic Press Association of Chicago and Northwestern Universitys Medill School of Journalism.
Survey results prompt other schools to highlight mental health, school security issues
February 3, 2023
Harper Foods, a convenience store located on 57th street, is one of many Hyde Park small businesses maintaining meaningful interactions with their customers despite the gentrification of larger chain businesses.
Small businesses maintain customer base despite Hyde Park gentrification
February 1, 2023
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