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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

May Projects prompt creative exploration
For second year, pride flag to fly in Blaine Courtyard
‘Moonlit Memories’-themed Prom to cap off seniors’ Lab journey on June 3

‘Moonlit Memories’-themed Prom to cap off seniors’ Lab journey on June 3

May 17, 2023

Prom, one of the capstone events for graduating high school seniors across the country, holds a special place at U-High,...

Video: Wildlife conservation club serves community in monthly beach cleanup

Video: Wildlife conservation club serves community in monthly beach cleanup

May 11, 2023

Almost every month, the wildlife conservation club meets after school to engage in beach cleanups. In April, they walked...

Middle school teacher appointed 2023-24 interim middle school principal

Middle school teacher appointed 2023-24 interim middle school principal

May 3, 2023

Middle school English teacher Joseph Drogos will serve as the interim middle school principal for the 2023-24 school year,...

Nathwani chosen in second election

Nathwani chosen in second election

May 1, 2023

In a second all-school election on May 1, the student body elected Zoe Nathwani as the all-school president for 2023-24....

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In this Vox Pop, we ask students about what they have gained from participating in extracurricular activities.
Vox Pop: Student Extracurriculars
Kabir Joshi and Light Dohrn May 26, 2023

What did you learn or gain from your extracurricular experiences this year? “I learned how to navigate a team sport when it’s just me in the water. It’s like a sense...

Now, the most pressing issues facing Generation Z are things like climate change, gun control and affordable housing and education. These are modern issues that require modern people to represent them in government, not the same nine people who have been sitting on the court for decades says Audience Engagement Manager Ainsley Williams.
Supreme Court Justices should represent contemporary America
Ainsley Williams, Audience Engagement Manager • May 18, 2023

In June 2022, the Supreme Court of the United States ruled 6-3 in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization, a landmark decision that overturned Roe v. Wade. This ruling...

Reporter Haley Maharry says that as D&D is introduced to a broader audience through these new forms of media, more people will be exposed to positive LGBTQ+ representation.
Popularization of Dungeons & Dragons helps to create more safe spaces for LGBTQ+ community
Haley Maharry, Reporter • May 11, 2023

In the past years, Dungeons & Dragons, a tabletop role-playing luck-based game, has made its way into mainstream media through shows like “Stranger Things” and most...

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At an April 28 game against Lake Forest Academy at the University of Chicago Anderson Field, sophomore Theo Williams winds up for a pitch. Theo also played third base.
One-run loss ends baseball season
Skye Freeman, Reporter • May 26, 2023

The varsity baseball team ended its season in a 8-9 loss to Leo High School on May 20 at Chicago Christian Baseball field in Tinley Park for the 2A IHSA Regional Final.  A few days prior, on May 17,...

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The app Flora - Green Focus by AppFinca Inc. has a 4.7 star rating on the Apple app store and more than 2,000,000 users. This productivity app can be a great way to keep U-High students motivated and organized when studying for finals.
Productivity app ‘Flora - Green Focus’ helps with educational motivation
Jaya Alenghat, Reporter • May 17, 2023

On school nights, most students are doing their homework and cramming for upcoming tests. A free app by AppFinca Inc. tries to improve these...

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REUNITED AT THE END: Released on May 5, the third Guardians of the Galaxy served as a entry point for new Marvel fans by using humor, popular music from the 60s to the 90s and interesting plot twists.
Movie differentiates itself from others
Kabir Joshi, Reporter • May 25, 2023

On May 5, the third installment of the Guardians of the Galaxy series was released, bringing back old faces. “Guardians of the Galaxy Volume 3” rocketed to the top of the charts making $48 million...

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Mifepristone is the first pill in a two-pill method of medication abortion. Currently, over half of abortions in America are done by medication abortion.
Audio: Upcoming ruling poses threat to abortion pill rights across country
Clare McRoberts, Features Editor • May 10, 2023

After the Supreme Court decided to overturn Roe v. Wade in June of 2022, tensions were high. Abortion opponents praised the decision, and abortion rights supporters protested,...

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Stereotypes of the South Side
Stereotypes of the South Side
Peter Cox, Krishita Dutta, Erich Raumann, Amy Ren, Ethan Swinger, Téa Tamburo, and Ainsley Williams May 4, 2023

World-renowned museums, historic landmarks, scenic public parks and ornate architecture — these aren’t always what people think of when talking about Chicago’s South...

The flavors of family
The flavors of family
April 5, 2023
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A customer digs through record bins at the opening event for Miyagi records on April 15th.
New record store, and its passionate owners, provide hub for music lovers
Taariq Ahmed , Reporter • April 26, 2023

As gentle, crisp music drifts from the high wall speakers, enthusiastic customers bounce across the Persian carpet, sifting through plastic-wrapped...

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