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U-High Midway

The Student News Site of University of Chicago Laboratory High School

U-High Midway

Students adjust to new security measures with relief, resentment
Administration reflects following summer transcript leak
Prom brings about nostalgia, provides end-of-year celebration

Prom brings about nostalgia, provides end-of-year celebration

June 5, 2023

Star-shaped balloons, rainbow LED lights and piles of poofy cloudlike fluff filled the room as seniors with their dates and...

Labstock engages community with events, activities

Labstock engages community with events, activities

June 5, 2023

Joyous laughter and the scent of the barbecue filled Scammon Garden on the afternoon of June 2 at Student Council’s Labstock,...

Student awards assembly celebrates individuals, groups

Student awards assembly celebrates individuals, groups

June 2, 2023

Enthusiastic celebration and joyful applause filled the Griffin Auditorium on June 1 as the high school community gathered...

Sophomores awarded scholarships for high national chemistry exam scores

Sophomores awarded scholarships for high national chemistry exam scores

June 2, 2023

Two sophomores will receive scholarships for their performance in an exam hosted by the American Chemical Society for first-year...

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Reporter Skye Freeman argues that younger generations should be able to turn on the TV and see characters that resonate with parts of their identity, without having to question whether they are worthy enough to be a Disney princess.
Disney should prioritize diverse characters
Skye Freeman, Reporter • September 21, 2023

When Walt Disney Animation Studios released its live-action remake of “The Little Mermaid” in May, the well-known media company received backlash for casting an African...

When tennis players advocate for themselves or question a play, they should be should be shown support instead of criticism.
Self-advocacy in tennis should be supported, not criticized
Jaya Alenghat, Reporter • September 14, 2023

It’s a hot summer day in the middle of August, and the crowd watches as you battle for matchpoint. The rally feels never-ending until you hit an amazing shot down the line....

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...

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Playing against each other and with strangers across the world, the students strategize and bond over online chess, a game they all enjoy. 
Virtual checkmate: Students engage and make friends through online chess
Audrey Park, Editor-in-Chief • September 19, 2023

In groups, students can be seen on their computers deeply engaged. Playing against each other and with strangers across the world, the students strategize and bond over online chess, a game they all enjoy.  “There...

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Narcan, an opioid antagonist designed to prevent overdoses, is now available in the U-High nurses office. As a measure of protecting public health, we want to be prepared to treat anything that comes our way, Laboratory Schools lead nurse Kristen Szewczyk said.
Narcan made available in nurse's office
Mia Lipson, News Editor • September 21, 2023

In the nurse’s office, a small white box with bright fuschia lettering rests in a clear bag on the corner of the medical supplies cabinet....

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Newly released Monkey King stays true to the original story while adding stimulating visual elements.
“The Monkey King:” writing an antihero
Haley Maharry, Reporter • September 18, 2023

The Monkey King glares down at Lin, dusk light highlighting his frame, “We? Who’s this we? I’m still going to join the immortal ones, just not with you,” he spits.  The issue with making a...

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Taylor Swift performs on June 2 at Soldier Field during her stop in Chicago on her Eras Tour.
Video: Taylor Swift fans unite over clothing, bracelets and songs
Clare McRoberts, Features Editor • June 7, 2023

This past weekend, Taylor Swift came to Chicago and performed at Soldier Field, a stop on her national “Eras Tour.” Chicago took notice and so did many U-High students....

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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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