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
Gabriel Issa

Gabriel Issa, Photographer

Awards:

2024 Columbia Scholastic Press Association Gold Circle Award: First place, single feature photograph (digital), “Sprinting to success: Poppy Beiser”

2024 Columbia Scholastic Press Association Gold Circle Award: Second place, single feature photograph (print), “Sprinting to success: Poppy Beiser”

2024 Columbia Scholastic Press Association Gold Circle Award: Certificate of merit (with William Tan, Patrice Graham, Matthew McGehee, Kaden Moubayed, Matt Petres), photo story, “Photo Gallery: Raw reactions”

2023 National Scholastic Press Association Photo of the Year: Environmental Portrait, second place

2023 Illinois Journalism Education Association: First place, photo gallery or slideshow (with Andrew Burke-Stevenson, Carter Chang, Patrice Graham, Matthew McGehee, Chloe Ma, Matt Petres, Amy Ren, Elliott Taylor, Malcolm Taylor), Photo gallery: Focused Faces

2023 Illinois Journalism Education Association: First place, photo story (with Andrew Burke-Stevenson, Carter Chang, Patrice Graham, Meena Lee, Matthew McGehee, Chloe Ma, Matt Petres, Amy Ren, Elliott Taylor, Malcolm Taylor), Focused Faces

2022 Journalism Education Association National Student Media Contests, St. Louis convention: Excellent, themed photo

All content by Gabriel Issa
Junior Sam Pastor hands a baton off to sophomore Nyel Khan at the 2A IHSA Sectionals. The boys track team had a strong performance, sending eight students to state. The team did not advance to the state finals.

[Photo] Boys track team ends season after first round at state

Skye Freeman, Reporter
May 31, 2023
Ooh Wee! It Is!, a Chicago-based chain restaurant providing "soul food with a twist," is opening up a third location in Hyde Park on April 16.

[Photo] Oooh Wee! It Is! provides unique twist on classic dishes

Krishita Dutta, Opinions Editor
April 7, 2023
Junior Poppy Beiser practices starts on Jackman Field. Poppy's passion for and dedication to running has propelled her to to success.

[Photo] Sprinting to success: Poppy Beiser perseveres, finds joy

Victoria Washington, Audience Engagement Manager
March 28, 2023
Sophomore Dory Barnard works the light board in the balcony above Sherry Lansing Theater. They serve as the master of lighting which has taught them skills in leadership and responsibility.

[Photo] Dory Barnard glows and grows through leadership role in lighting crew

Taariq Ahmed, Reporter
March 6, 2023
FAST FASHION FLAWS. While the low prices may attract students to fast fashion companies, Shein, among other brands, has come under fire for the mistreatment of workers and detrimental effects on the environment, making many students more hesitant to purchase the trendy designs they offer.

[Photo] The price is (not) right: Fast fashion ethical concerns outweigh low prices

Skye Freeman, Reporter
March 3, 2023
One of the nation’s top high schoolers in math, Jeffrey Chen is outgoing and involved in a number of activities outside of math like computer science, physics and the Diplomacy Club

[Photo] More than math: Jeffrey Chen reaches apex through hard work, talent

Audrey Park, Managing Editor
February 10, 2023
In addition to a call for student submissions, the Ouroboros Review is also running a poetry contest where submissions are due Feb. 28.

[Photo] Ouroboros Review accepting student submissions for fourth edition

Peter Cox, City Life Editor
February 3, 2023
A noose was found at the construction site of the Obama Presidential Center on Nov. 10, which halted construction.

[Photo] Obama Presidential Center halts construction after noose found on site

Mia Lipson, Assistant Editor
November 16, 2022
Seniors Jeffrey Huang (unmasked) and Ege Halac (masked) talk in the library. The mask optional guidelines for the school year mean that less than 25% of the U-High student body has chosen to wear a mask regularly.

[Photo] COVID-19 worries decrease despite Chicago’s infection rate

Erich Raumann, Deputy Managing Editor
September 23, 2022
student in library takes book off shelf

[Photo] TikTok subculture inspires teens to read

Mia Lipson, Reporter
September 22, 2022
Senior Linsbert Reynolds pumps his fist in the air as his name is called to receive his diploma.

[Photo] 156 seniors graduate as ceremony returns to Rockefeller Chapel

Téa Tamburo, Editor-in-Chief
June 9, 2022
Junior Luke Grotthus takes the baton from junior teammate William Montague. The two were part of a 4x400 meter relay including juniors Cristian Ferreyra and Sohan Manek.

[Photo] Eight boys track and field athletes compete in state competition

May 31, 2022
The literary translation club holds a group session to give feedback on each other's work.

[Photo] Ouroboros Review will hold release party to celebrate its third volume

Erich Raumann, Deputy Managing Editor
May 25, 2022
Junior Sara Kumar discusses literary translation for the "Ouroboros Review" as part of literary translation club.

[Photo] Club encourages students to practice translation, awareness

Sandra Mordi, Reporter
May 24, 2022
The U-High Midway has been recognized with several awards by the Illinois Journalism Education Association.

[Photo] U-High Midway wins 44 state journalism awards

Katie Sasamoto-Kurisu, Reporter
May 16, 2022
Counselor Camille Baughn-Cunningham draws her hand back in preparation to throw a yarn ball across the court.

[Photo] Gallery: Students take on faculty in community-building games

Krishita Dutta and Audrey Park
May 13, 2022
A customer browses through First Aid's comics collection, book in hand.

[Photo] Local comic book store thrives despite pandemic

Peter Cox, City Life Editor
May 18, 2022
Located on 53rd Street in Harper Court, the Brave Space Alliance is a community led center for LGBTQ+ people of color on the South and West Sides to recieve support from people who look like them and share their experiences. The center aims to provide culturally competent support.

[Photo] Thriving: Brave Space Alliance uses mutual aid to provide for LGBTQ+ community of color

Meena Lee, Sports Editor
May 5, 2022
The varsity Science Olympiad team will be advancing to the state competition on April 23.

[Photo] Science Olympiad team to participate in state competition

Anathea Carrigan, Managing Editor
April 22, 2022
Waves crash onto the iconic limestone rocks which encircle the Point.

[Photo] Keep the historic significance of ‘the Point’

Editorial Board
April 8, 2022
ENDANGERED. Organizations including Preservation Chicago and Promontory Point Conservancy have come out against plans to demolish and replace the limestone rocks with concrete.

[Photo] Fight to save Promontory Point reinvigorated after demolition and construction proposed

Adrianna Nehme, News Editor
April 6, 2022
During a scrimmage at practice on March 1, junior Elsa Nielsen dribbles the ball as junior Charlotte Sims defends.

[Photo] Gallery: Spring season off to strong start

March 10, 2022
Senior Will Maharry has set several school records for diving, but his dedication to the team and unwavering support for his teammates makes him stand out.

[Photo] Deep Dive: Senior diver sets records, supports team

Colin Leslie, Assistant Editor
March 4, 2022
Juniors Eitan Malani, Asher Levinson and Milo Jarard cheer on the Jesse White Tumblers at the ArtsFest opening ceremony.

[Photo] Photos: Artfest 2022 captured image by image

Krishita Dutta, Amon Gray, Chloe Ma, and Ethan Swinger
February 25, 2022
Juniors Amelia Cifu and Zoe Stephens light a Bunsen burner during Science Olympiad practice. The Lab Science Olympiad varsity team took second place overall at an invitational competition held at Marquette High School in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

[Photo] Illinois Science Olympiad varsity team wins invitational award

Zara Siddique, Reporter
February 21, 2022
Elevator issues such as long wait times and break-downs increase stress in students who need it to get to class.

[Photo] Elevator obstacles generate anxiety

Louis Auxenfans, Assistant Editor
February 7, 2022
Members of the schedule committee meet Jan. 18. The schedule committee was formed to focus on discovering schedules that will benefit the high school.

[Photo] New committee considers daily schedule changes

Audrey Park, Assistant Editor
January 26, 2022
Amelie Liu poses with her book, "Matzo-Ball Wonton Thanksgiving." The book tells the story of a younger Amelie's experience with balancing different cultural identities over Thanksgiving.

[Photo] One book, two cultures: Junior writes children’s book exploring intersectionality, multicultural heritage

William Tan, Assistant Editor
December 17, 2021
Senior Erik Erling faces off in a fencing match during a practice against one of his teammates. The team will compete in their next meet on Dec. 11 at Culver Academy.

[Photo] Winter sports return in full swing

Joaquin Figueroa, Reporter
December 15, 2021
Dance Troupe has gone through vast changes in its 2021-22 season, resulting in more members, lifted team spirit and an increase in opportunities to grow as dancers.

[Photo] Size and spirit: Dance Troupe invigorated in new year

Krishita Dutta, Arts Co-Editor
December 9, 2021
Editorial board applications for the Inflame History and Economics Journal are open to all juniors and sophomores enrolled in a history class.

[Photo] History journal accepts applications for editorial board positions

Kiran Collins, Reporter
December 9, 2021
Sophomore Elizabeth Oyler set three school records during IHSA sectionals on Nov. 6.

[Photo] Girls swimming and diving set school records during post-season

Joaquin Figueroa, Reporter
November 12, 2021
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