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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
Edward Park

Edward Park, Health & Wellness Editor

Edward Park is a member of the Class of 2025 and serves as the health and wellness editor. He joined the journalism staff in the 2022-23 school year as a sophomore. He was an assistant editor as a junior. His favorite story that he has written is “Time Zone Tug-of-War: Students, experts find respective ways to cope with jet lag.” Outside of journalism, Edward enjoys watching sports and cooking for his family. He is also a board member of several affinity groups, including Kids Allergy Network and Young Men of Color, as well as the Cultural Union representative of the Class of 2025.

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SWEAT IN SWEATS. As part of his Winter Arc fitness routine junior Zuri Cosey Gay runs on the treadmill in the fitness center. The term Winter Arc was inspired by storytelling character development “arcs” to emphasize the personal growth and transformation aspects of the trend.

For fitness, students join winter arc trend

Edward Park, Health & Wellness Editor
December 11, 2024
Health & Wellness Editor Edward Park argues that motivational videos can be a doubled edged sword leading to negative thoughts.

Inspiration or insult: Motivational media can be a double-edged sword

Edward Park, Health & Wellness Editor
October 31, 2024
Students have won awards in numerous essay contests held both in and out of school.

Students honored with awards in several prestigious essay contests

Edward Park, Health & Wellness Editor
October 30, 2024
Freedom in the Balance

Freedom in the Balance

Chloë Alexander, Light Dohrn, Edward Park, Taariq Ahmed, and Skye Freeman
October 23, 2024
To make a difference, students get involved in the election

To make a difference, students get involved in the election

Edward Park, Health and Wellness Editor
October 23, 2024
TRACKING TRENDS. Many wearable health devices sync their heath data directly with medical professionals, enabling remote monitoring of health issues and early detection of chronic conditions without frequent in-person visits.

Tech tools transform training

Kabir Joshi and Edward Park
October 23, 2024
Varsity debate members Austin Lok and Devdan Jeffrey compete in the virtual Marist Ivy Street Tournament Sept. 27.

Two debaters compete in virtual tournament, miss elimination rounds

Edward Park, Health & Wellness Editor
October 7, 2024
A Roblox player poses in an outfit they created for the theme “Harajuku.” The Roblox game Dress to Impress released on Nov. 11, 2023, and it has attracted many U-High students.

Creativity, fashion expressed in game Dress to Impress

Edward Park, Health & Wellness Editor
September 20, 2024
A student holds the Kenwood Mall gate open for a friend in the morning. The Laboratory Schools are implementing new security policies, including a new pre-screening policy for all visitors and providing after-hours Kenwood Mall access to parents.

New security policies for visitors, parents take effect

Edward Park, Health & Wellness Editor
September 16, 2024
In this Vox Pop, we asked students what they are most excited for this year.

Vox pop: what sudents are most excited for this year

Abhay Chandran, Edward Park, Ari Novak, Orlie Weitzman, Naomi Benton, and Light Dohrn
September 13, 2024
As the graduation ceremony comes to an end, members of the Class of 2024 throw their caps with joy.

After reminiscing with fond memories, Class of 2024 graduates in Rockefeller Chapel

Edward Park and Kabir Joshi
June 6, 2024
This year, six esteemed members of the Laboratory Schools faculty from middle, lower and early childhood schools as well as staff are set to retire, each leaving behind a legacy of dedication and impact.

6 staff, non-high school faculty will also retire this year

Edward Park, Health and Wellness Editor
May 23, 2024
Class of 1977 alumnus Ralph Hruban has received the Distinguished Alumni Award.

Ralph Hruban recognized for research with alumni award

Edward Park, Health & Wellness Editor
May 21, 2024
Debate captains Mahi Shah and Cyrus Esmailzade lead their team with determination and resilience, inspiring a winning spirit for the entire team.

From underdogs to winners: debate duo’s synergy leads to success

Edward Park, Assistant Editor
April 26, 2024
Sophomore Dominic Vaughan stands at a food truck, ready to order. Students say that the food trucks on South Ellis Avenue offer a vibrant environment of aromas, people and fresh foods.

Vibrant food truck environment brings community together through freshness, energy

Edward Park, Assistant Editor
April 12, 2024
Students who travel to different parts of the world often find that jet lag can make the return to home — and school work — hard. Some students have come up with their own antidotes for the problem, while new scientific studies have suggested cures like increasing light exposure and changing food schedules.

Time Zone Tug-of-War: Students, experts find respective ways to cope with jet lag

Edward Park, Assistant Editor
March 27, 2024
At an all-school assembly on Feb. 29, Alex Lickerman, a Lab parent and primary care doctor spoke to students about the importance of growing resilience.

Lab parent educates students about growing resilience at all-school assembly

Edward Park, Assistant Editor
March 4, 2024
The varsity volleyball team defeated the boys varsity soccer team 21-8 on Feb. 26 in a charity game, with proceeds benefiting the Side-Out Foundation, a group in support of breast cancer patients.

Volleyball team defeats boys soccer in annual charity volleyball match

Edward Park, Assistant Editor
February 27, 2024
Throughout his time on the U-High squash team Adam Tang has ensured that he balance both his athletics and academics.

Adam Tang brings eager passion to school and sports

Edward Park, Assistant Editor
February 22, 2024
STYLING WITH HEART. Esther Adewole blends her bright personality with skilled hairstyling to create a welcoming atmosphere. Originally from Nigeria, Adewole pursued beauty school over nursing, transforming her career into a passion for hairdressing and genuine client interactions.

Warmth and Style: Esther Adewole

Edward Park, Assistant Editor
February 22, 2024

At latest events, senior debate duo finds success

Edward Park, Assistant Editor
February 2, 2024
The Science Olympiad teams excelled at the recent Crystal Lake Central Invitationals on Jan. 27. The varsity team placed first and the junior varsity team placed fifth overall.

Science Olympiad continues success from previous invitational

Edward Park, Assistant Editor
January 30, 2024
Siddharth’s vast collection of Funko Pops line an LED-lit shelf in his bedroom. Collections can hold a variety of different significances to students. For Siddharth, the search for the items is his favorite part.

Troves of trinkets and treasure

Edward Park, Assistant Editor
January 26, 2024
A culture of toxic masculinity encouraging sexism, homophobia, and other forms of discrimination prompts thoughts and concerns from those who identify as male at U-High, especially in spaces like the boys locker room.

Audio: U-High community reflects upon toxicity within male-centric spaces

Taariq Ahmed and Edward Park
January 22, 2024
On Oct. 4, the Model United Nations team won the outstanding large delegation award at a training conference at St. Ignatius College Prep.

Model UN wins outstanding large delegation at training conference

Edward Park, Assistant Editor
November 13, 2023
Since the start of the year, the robotics team Cache Money 8096 has competed in two tournaments during their fall offseason and is proud of their results so far.

Robotics team begins offseason following recent success

Edward Park, Assistant editor
November 9, 2023
In this Vox Pop, we ask students who will vote in the 2024 Presidential election which issues are the most important.

Vox Pop: 2024 presidential election

Light Dohrn, Edward Park, and Zara Siddique
November 9, 2023
You and AI: Your new reality

You and AI: Your new reality

Sahana Unni, Skye Freeman, Victoria Washington, Edward Park, and Katie Sasamoto-Kurisu
October 25, 2023
At the second annual Latinidad assembly, Yolotzin Martinez, co-president of Latinos Unidos, addressed the recent migration crisis, focusing on the situation in Venezuela. In addition to highlighting recent events, the assembly connected intersectionality and diversity within the Latinx community.

At Latinidad assembly, students connect diversity, intersectionality, current events

Mia Lipson and Edward Park
October 13, 2023
Assistant Editor Edward Park says it’s Instagram user's responsibility to take care of their own security and privacy.

Instagram users must protect accounts

Edward Park, Assistant Editor
October 5, 2023
The Kistenbroker Family Artist-in-Residence Program is coming back from 2022, after taking a one year break upon returning from the pandemic at a smaller scale, and for the first time the program will focus on dance.

After yearlong break, artist-in-residence program returns as dance

Edward Park, Assistant Editor
September 26, 2023
Students react with a range of emotions to Lab's new security measures that require more frequent use of student IDs for access and attendance.

Students adjust to new security measures with relief, resentment

Haley Maharry and Edward Park
September 20, 2023
P.E. teacher Joyce Grotthuss performs compressions on one of Lab's new CPR mannequins.

Lab purchases new lifeguard training equipment

Edward Park, Reporter
September 14, 2023
Junior Adam Syverson plays guitar for a crowd at Labstock, Student Council’s annual end-of-year celebration held by Student Council.

Labstock engages community with events, activities

Edward Park, Reporter
June 5, 2023
URBAN ROUTE. From Buckingham Fountain to Grant Park to Michigan Avenue, the NASCAR Chicago drivers will make their way through a track that will include views of Lake Michigan and several other Chicago attractions. The front straightaway and pit road will be housed on South Columbus Drive, running along a two-block stretch that will take the race past Buckingham Fountain.

Pulling up downtown: NASCAR hits Windy City

Haley Maharry, Light Dohrn, Jaya Alenghat, Edward Park, Skye Freeman, Niall Danahey, Kabir Joshi, and David Santiago
May 30, 2023
Vox Pop: The impact of NASCAR on students and community

Vox Pop: The impact of NASCAR on students and community

Edward Park, Reporter
May 30, 2023
Summer street races bring more inconvenience than excitement

Summer street races bring more inconvenience than excitement

Jaya Alenghat and Edward Park
May 30, 2023
AAPI EMPOWERMENT. Pachinko, the drama series, is a remake of the 2017 New York Times’ bestseller book Pachinko by Min Jin Lee. With its increasing popularity, Apple TV confirmed a second season for the drama series later in 2023.

Intriguing ideas capture audience

Edward Park, Reporter
May 29, 2023
Sophomore Jack Colyer rigs his sailboat during a practice May 25 at the Columbia Yacht Club.

Sailing team places 9th in national regatta

Edward Park, Reporter
May 26, 2023
Sophomore Orly Eggner fights for the ball in the regional game against Catalyst–Maria on May 12 at Jackman Field. The team ended its season in a 2-1 loss to Coal City.

Girls soccer team ends season in close loss

Edward Park, Reporter
May 22, 2023
BIG SMILES. Service learning coordinator Katie Clendenning laughs as she talks with Nash McKeague, a sophomore, to answer questions regarding his community service experience in her classroom April 14. She has a calendly page where students can schedule meetings with her easily. “The conversation was very helpful,” Nash said, “and I was able to clarify some things that I needed to know.”

With her love for community service, Katie Clendenning inspires students

Edward Park, Reporter
May 12, 2023
Two students examine a piece on display at the senior show in the Corvus Gallery. The show will run until May 13 and is a display of many types of art.

Corvus Gallery exhibit celebrates senior artists

Edward Park, reporter
April 26, 2023
Students can drop off hygiene products at the high school lobby and various classrooms as part of Girl Up's hygiene product drive.

GirlUp runs hygiene product drive to supply Hyde Park’s Love Fridge

Edward Park, Reporter
March 30, 2023
Colleges should reconsider mandating first-year students to live on campus.

Colleges should offer exemptions from living on-campus

Edward Park, Reporter
March 22, 2023
Sometimes, ArtsFest can be a stressful experience for students who run workshops, as they spend great time planning for the event.

Audio: After running a workshop at ArtsFest students experience growth

Edward Park, Reporter
March 7, 2023
Student journalists in states not protected by a student press law must gain free press rights in order to promote social change.

Student free press laws are necessary for a healthy student community

Jaya Alenghat, Niall Danahey, Light Dohrn, Haley Maharry, and Edward Park
February 22, 2023
Although the Model United Nations team did not place as a school, many individuals placed at the North American MUN conference.

MUN students win individual awards; team misses placement

Edward Park, Reporter
February 22, 2023
Students can drop off toothpaste, shampoo, deodarant, socks, and more hygine products in boxes in the Judd and high school lobby to welcome newly arrived Venezuelan migrants in Chicago.

Club-run hygiene product drive will help asylum-seeking migrants

Edward Park, Reporter
December 8, 2022
Katie Sasamoto-Kurisu, Chloe Alexander, Clare McRoberts, Mia Lipson are now assistant editors and Zara Siddique and Victoria Washington are audience engagement managers.

New Midway assistant editors, audience engagement managers selected

Edward Park, Reporter
October 19, 2022
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