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
The Student News Site of University of Chicago Laboratory High School

U-High Midway
Caroline Hohner

Caroline Hohner, Features Editor

Caroline Hohner is features editor for the U-High Midway and a member of the Class of 2022. She joined the Midway staff as a sophomore during the 2019-20 school year. Caroline’s favorite part of being on staff is feeling connected to and learning about the U-High community through her reporting. Apart from working on the Midway, Caroline enjoys figure skating, guitar and game design.

Awards:

2023 Columbia Scholastic Press Association Gold Circle Award: Podcast, certificate of merit, “Audio: Designated room offers students break from school struggles while fasting for Ramadan”

2023 Scholastic Press Association of Chicago, audio journalism: excellent

2022 Columbia Scholastic Press Association Gold Circle Award: Personal opinion: off-campus issues, certificate of merit, “Social media companies should be held liable for harm their platforms can cause”

2021 Columbia Scholastic Press Association Gold Circle Award: Entertainment review, certificate of merit, “Show entertains, provokes political introspection”

2021 Honorable mention, NPR Student Podcast Challenge, “Texting while Zooming: In lieu of quick in-person asides, students text during class”

2021 Illinois All-State Journalism Team

2020 Illinois Journalism Education Association: Third place, centerspread story package (with Amanda Cassel, Anathea Carrigan, Nicky Edwards-Levin, Risa Cohen) 96.6 p6-7 Race for the Nomination

All content by Caroline Hohner
Fermi Boonstra, all-school president

Fermi Boonstra, all-school president

Caroline Hohner, Features Editor
May 5, 2022
Graham Robbins, all-school vice president

Graham Robbins, all-school vice president

Caroline Hohner, Features Editor
May 5, 2022
Akshay Badlani, Cultural Union president

Akshay Badlani, Cultural Union president

Caroline Hohner, Features Editor
May 5, 2022
Zoe Nathwani, Class of 2024 president

Zoe Nathwani, Class of 2024 president

Caroline Hohner, Features Editor
May 5, 2022
Fermi Boonstra, all-school president, leads a Student Council meeting May 2.

Student Council officers answer questions for next year

Caroline Hohner, Features Editor
May 5, 2022
Boonstra, Robbins to lead 2022-23 Student Council

Boonstra, Robbins to lead 2022-23 Student Council

Caroline Hohner, Features Editor
April 29, 2022
From left to right, juniors Sarah Abdelsalam, Noori Zaki, Samara Arain, Myra Malkić and Zaria Ahsan speak at a panel during the Muslim Students Association's Ramadan Ramp Up event April 7.

Audio: Designated room offers students break from school struggles while fasting for Ramadan

Caroline Hohner, Features Editor
April 25, 2022
On March 21, the first day of optional mask wearing, sophomores Adam Cheema and Reid Surmeier talk in the second floor lounge.

Students, teachers decide whether to wear masks at school

Caroline Hohner, Features Editor
March 25, 2022
Saving strength: Zach Silva

Saving strength: Zach Silva

Caroline Hohner, Features Editor
March 16, 2022

Early metaverses offer variety of features, uses

Caroline Hohner, Features Editor
March 9, 2022
Into the metaverse: How it will impact your life

Into the metaverse: How it will impact your life

Berk Oto, Peter Cox, Caroline Hohner, Erich Raumann, and Amon Gray
March 9, 2022
The U-High Math Team placed second in state at the Illinois Interscholastic Mathematics League on Jan. 11.

Math Team continues strong competitive season

Caroline Hohner, Features Editor
January 25, 2022
A semiweekly advisory period should be implemented into the curriculum for students to read independently during the school day, writes features editor Caroline Hohner.

The Lab administration should modify curriculum to encourage independent reading

Caroline Hohner, Features Editor
January 21, 2022
As the omicron varient spread throughout the Lab community, families who tested positive for COVID-19 struggled to connect through isolation.

Families connect in face of isolation

Caroline Hohner, Features Editor
January 18, 2022
The end of the fall semester will be pushed back to the week of Jan. 31.

End of fall semester pushed back one week

Caroline Hohner, Features Editor
January 5, 2022
Swim coach Kate Chronic addresses senior Spencer McKula after she applies a bandage to his hand injury. Using first-aid skills she gained while working as a paramedic, she removed Spencer’s stitches at swim practice.

A case of Chronic coaching: Swim coach and paramedic pushes others to succeed

Caroline Hohner, Features Editor
December 16, 2021
Juniors Asha Patel and Kiran Chinniah play a game of chess at the new tables in the courtyard between Gordon Parks Arts Hall and the high school building. The chess tables were donated by a group of Laboratory Schools alumni in honor of Chris Janus, former high school history teacher.

Chess tables honor former history teacher

Caroline Hohner, Features Editor
December 6, 2021
Jaime Rachel, a well-known Lab staff member, died Nov. 23.

Jaime Rachel, Laboratory Schools staff member, has died

Caroline Hohner, Features Editor
December 4, 2021
Artsfest posters can be seen across the school and in Gordon Parks Arts Assembly in light of them accepting submissions.

[Photo] ArtsFest accepting workshop submissions through Dec. 19

Téa Tamburo, Deputy Managing Editor
November 17, 2021
The Laboratory School administration, students and other community members are working to make the future of Lab a sustainable one.

Doing our part: the Lab community’s role in the climate crisis

Berk Oto, Caroline Hohner, and Clare O'Connor
November 12, 2021

Students adapt daily routines toward sustainability

Caroline Hohner, Features Editor
November 12, 2021
The cryptocurrency market is at an all-time high after existing for more than a decade. While some U-High students are sceptical, others are optimistic about cryptocurrency.

[Photo] Students explore emerging cryptocurrency market

Erich Raumann, Reporter
November 12, 2021
Jessica, Chani, Stilgar and Paul stare off into the sands in Dune.

“Dune” creates visually cinematic experience, yet provides a weak resolution

Caroline Hohner, Features Editor
November 1, 2021
This fall, ninth graders Milo Platz-Walker and Mateo Nacu traveled to Belgrade, Serbia, where they represented the Amateur Athletic Union USA National Karate Team.

Students excel at karate, gain experience at Under 15 World School Sport Games

Caroline Hohner, Features Editor
October 5, 2021
Steel Puerto Rican flags stand at each end of a portion of Division street called "Paseo Boricua," which translates to Puerto Rican promenade.

Puerto Rican culture, pride rich in Humboldt Park

Caroline Hohner, Features Editor
May 28, 2021
Three teachers from younger grades to retire after long careers

Three teachers from younger grades to retire after long careers

Colin Leslie and Caroline Hohner
May 26, 2021
Sadhi Vag-Urminsky watches a neuroscience video lesson while checking her Google Calendar. Math teacher Joseph Scroll is thinking of keeping on some changes in his classes from the past year, such as video lectures.

Teachers consider methods to continue from distance learning

Caroline Hohner, Features Editor
May 12, 2021
The printing of the second edition of U-High's literally journal, the Ouroboros Review, was celebrated May 6 with live readings and speeches for the review's graduating seniors.

Ouroboros event celebrates new edition

Caroline Hohner, Arts Co-Editor
May 9, 2021
Honey Butter Fried Chicken • $10

Honey Butter Fried Chicken • $10

Caroline Hohner, Arts Co-Editor
April 30, 2021
Judge Peter Cahill prepares to read out Derek Chauvin's verdict April 20. In the wake of the verdict, U-High students of color felt mostly relief after a long period of apprehension.

Verdict of Derek Chauvin gives students relief, sets precedent

Caroline Hohner, Arts Co-Editor
April 22, 2021
English teacher and literary translator Maja Teref, pictured alongside "Directions for Use," a published collection of her translations, is working to share her life-long passion for literary translation with Lab students.

Maja Teref: English teacher brings passion, experience in literary translation to Lab

Caroline Hohner, Arts Co-Editor
April 20, 2021
Zoom classes restrict the kind of jokes and quick clarifications found in casual classroom conversations that might not fly in front of an audience. In response, students have turned to texting during or after class to connect throughout distance learning.

Texting while Zooming: In lieu of quick in-person asides, students text during class

Caroline Hohner, Arts Co-Editor
April 6, 2021
Tom Hanks stars in the film rendition of “News of the World,” which seems to fall short of its literary counterpart.

Film adaption of the book ‘News of the World’ omits character nuance

Caroline Hohner, Arts Co-Editor
March 31, 2021
Students have taken advantage of the time at home and increased access to their kitchens to drop animal-based foods from their meals.

Veganism and vegetarianism, students adopt new lifestyles during distance learning

Caroline Hohner, Co-Arts Editor
March 31, 2021
“And it's kind of a bonding event and [we can] see and compare how each of these brackets are doing,” Tyler said. “And sometimes we'll probably be able to watch the games together, which would be nice.”

Community turns to March Madness traditions for normalcy, bonding

Caroline Hohner, Co-Arts Editor
March 17, 2021
History teacher Naadia Owens poses with her husband, Aaron Brunswick, and their daughter, Eden, in typical pandemic get-ups outside their home. Since schools transitioned to distance learning last March, parents like Ms. Owens have had to adjust to working near their young kids, and in the process, have gained insights into who their kids are as students.

Shared spaces: Families come to understand distance learning, work lives

Caroline Hohner, Arts Co-Editor
March 10, 2021
Kavi Gandhi, student body president at Westtown School in Pennsylvania, recalls Lab's new director Victoria Jueds striving to know students and hear other perspectives.

New director brings accessible, receptive reputation

Ella Beiser, Amanda Cassel, and Caroline Hohner
March 9, 2021
The transition to hybrid learning will disrupt the daily routines of students, which some rely on for emotional stability, writes arts co-editor Caroline Hohner.

Hybrid learning plan is not a solution to student mental health issues

Caroline Hohner, Arts Co-Editor
March 3, 2021
In an email to parents, faculty and alumni, Victoria Jueds was named the next director of the Laboratory Schools.

University appoints Lab director with history in elite schools

Amanda Cassel and Caroline Hohner
March 1, 2021
Students often turn off their cameras and microphones in breakout rooms, making collaboration difficult.

Students struggle to shatter the silence in breakout rooms

Caroline Hohner, Co-Arts Editor
February 25, 2021
The identities of the two final candidates for the director search have been withheld.

Final director candidates submitted to university, but names not released

Caroline Hohner, Arts Co-Editor
February 24, 2021
When it comes to government involvement in social media, it can be difficult to think of legislation that doesn’t encroach on citizens’ First Amendment rights, but allowing those hurt by malicious content to directly argue their cases provides a framework for accountability without doing so, arts co-editor Caroline Hohner writes.

Social media companies should be held liable for harm their platforms can cause

Caroline Hohner, Arts Co-Editor
February 22, 2021
Senior Clara Grosse designed this year's ArtsFest T-shirts, which are available to order through March 3.

Hybrid ArtsFest workshop registration opens

Caroline Hohner, Arts Co-Editor
February 22, 2021
This year's free Dewey Dance will include a virtual variety hour, and proceeds will contribute to student financial aid.

Virtual Dewey Dance to feature performances, raffle

Caroline Hohner, Assistant Editor
February 1, 2021
U-High's new Esports Team will be of 80 teams competing in the Illinois High School Esports Association.

Game on: New esports team allows for connectivity, competitiveness

Caroline Hohner, Arts Co-Editor
January 25, 2021
The identities of the two final candidates for the director search have been withheld.

Search Advisory Committee selects candidates for new Laboratory Schools director

Caroline Hohner, Assistant Editor
December 16, 2020
The winter season is a perfect time to curl up with a good book. These are the Midways most recommended.

Midway recommends: 6 books

Adrianna Nehme, Ryan Clark, Krishita Dutta, Caroline Hohner, Caledonia Abbey, and Julian Ingersoll
December 11, 2020
Although some national data has been collected on the increase in substance use among adults, studies and data have not been finalized for substance use changes among teenagers.

Concerned experts unclear on teen substance use trends

Caroline Hohner, Assistant Editor
December 11, 2020
Isolated to their homes and desperate for entertainment, some U-High students turn to alcohol and drugs.

Struggling in Solitude

Caroline Hohner and An Ngo
December 11, 2020

Feminism and Freedom: ‘What the Constitution Means to Me’ entertains with wit, provokes political introspection

Caroline Hohner, Assistant Editor
November 13, 2020
U-High teachers have been experimenting with new assessment formats that discourage cheating by challenging and engaging students.

Teachers adapt assessments to promote academic integrity

Caroline Hohner, Assistant Editor
November 9, 2020
After five days of ballot counting, Joe Biden and Kamala Harris won the Presidential and Vice Presidential races.

Following Biden-Harris win, students, faculty excited

Caledonia Abbey, Ryan Clark, Caroline Hohner, Meena Lee, Adrianna Nehme, and Téa Tamburo
November 7, 2020
As the election progresses, follow student and faculty reactions to voting, working the polls, election results and community discussions.

Election 2020: Final lap and recap

Anathea Carrigan, Caroline Hohner, Adrianna Nehme, Amy Ren, and William Tan
November 2, 2020
A workshop organized by spectrum will show an episode of "The Simpsons" to address LGBTQ+ stereotypes and representation.

Workshop to discuss LGBTQ+ representation with ‘The Simpsons’

Caroline Hohner, Assistant Editor
October 18, 2020
Turn to second-hand stores for sustainable fall finds

Turn to second-hand stores for sustainable fall finds

Caroline Hohner, Assistant Editor
October 4, 2020
A community announcement sent Sept. 16 introduced the members of the Lab Search Advisory Committee. The committee, composed of parents, board members and representatives from the lower, middle and high schools, is headed by co-chairs Daniel Abebe, University of Chicago vice provost, and Jason Tyler, a 1989 alumnus who is now a board member and parent.

Laboratory Schools begin search for new director

Caroline Hohner, Assistant Editor
October 2, 2020
A copy of the first day schedule included multiple assemblies explaining how the academic year would work.

Adapting to circumstances, students find ways to connect through Zoom

Caroline Hohner, Reporter
September 14, 2020
The student awards assembly, along with the senior celebration, was presented on June 4 to pay tribute to student awards and achievements. Due to current circumstances, the celebrations were held through Zoom using presentations and slideshows.

Achievements recognized with virtual awards assembly, senior celebration

Caroline Hohner, Reporter
June 7, 2020

Northside

Caroline Hohner, Reporter
June 1, 2020
With plenty of benches and shade from trees, the South Winter Garden is a perfect place to sit and take a break.

Take our social distancing friendly walking tour of Chicago’s neighborhoods

An Ngo, Caroline Hohner, and Colin Leslie
June 1, 2020
The Parents' Association is introducing a new program to bring together Lab students attending different grades.

Making connections: Parents’ Association introduces program to connect students in different grades

Caroline Hohner, Reporter
May 18, 2020
The virtual panel was the first of its kind organized by the Laboratory Schools' Alumni Association.

Alumnae journalists discuss importance of media on virtual panel

Caroline Hohner, Reporter
April 29, 2020
Parents want the best for their kids, but sometimes their well-meaning support can turn toxic, says reporter Caroline Hohner.

Parents should not be granted unrestricted Schoology access

Caroline Hohner, Reporter
April 28, 2020
Monica Davies, left, Maria Hinojosa, middle, and Kate Grossman, right, will be the three journalists on the alumnus panel next week.

Alumnae journalists to feature on online panel next week

Caroline Hohner, Reporter
April 24, 2020
Apps like "Netflix Party," a google chrome extension that allows Netflix users to synchronize their screens an provides live chat, have become integral to students' staying connected to each other during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Together apart: students stay connected despite social distancing

Caroline Hohner, Reporter
April 7, 2020
Green Day: Get festive for St. Patrick's

Green Day: Get festive for St. Patrick’s

Caroline Hohner, Reporter
March 11, 2020
Artwork by Risa Cohen

Racing for the nomination

Anathea Carrigan, Amanda Cassel, Caroline Hohner, and Nicky Edwards-Levin
February 21, 2020

Meet the Candidates

Anathea Carrigan, Amanda Cassel, Caroline Hohner, and Nicky Edwards-Levin
February 21, 2020
The first issue of Ouroboros Review, pictured above, is available and being distributed at a launch party Feb. 6 in Judd C116 for $10 per copy.

Ouroboros Review publishes first issue

Caroline Hohner, Reporter
February 3, 2020
Students invited to annual Martin Luther King service event

Students invited to annual Martin Luther King service event

Caroline Hohner, Reporter
January 14, 2020
17 journalism students and two teachers attended the National High School Journalism Convention in Washington D.C. Recognition was given both in individual contests that took place at the convention and to work submitted beforehand.

At D.C. convention, journalism students earn recognition

Caroline Hohner, Reporter
December 6, 2019
New wellness panel to discuss mental health at Lab

New wellness panel to discuss mental health at Lab

Caroline Hohner, Reporter
October 21, 2019
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