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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
Julian Ingersoll

Julian Ingersoll, Arts Co-Editor

Julian Ingersoll is co-arts editor of the U-High Midway and is a member of the Class of 2021. He joined Midway in his sophomore year and started out as a reporter. He enjoys playing tennis and singing in the Bel Canto choir in school. In his free time he loves hanging out with his friends and watching movies.

Awards:

2021 National Scholastic Press Association National Best of Show — Individual: Tenth Place, COVID-19 reporting

2019 Journalism Education Association National Student Media Contests, Washington, D.C.: Honorable mention, sports writing

All content by Julian Ingersoll
Measuring up masks: The best facial protection available

Measuring up masks: The best facial protection available

Julian Ingersoll, Arts Co-Editor
April 28, 2021
Although investing in the stock activity to be involved in, according to Julian Ingersoll.

Here are six financial literacy tips for teens

Julian Ingersoll, Co-Arts Editor
April 23, 2021
Senior Maya Patel shows the tattoo on her forearm

Your living canvas: Students share experiences getting tattoos

Julian Ingersoll, Arts Co-Editor
April 21, 2021
The University of Chicago's Oriental Museum is one of many around the city open for spring break visits.

Chicago museums reopen in time for spring break

Julian Ingersoll, Arts Co-Editor
March 15, 2021
American Sign Language should be initiated as a language course in the Laboratory Schools curriculum at an early age, writes arts co-editor Julian Ingersoll.

American Sign Language should be a part of the Laboratory Schools curriculum

Julian Ingersoll, Arts Co-Editor
March 11, 2021
Students use TikTok as a tool for connection, education and exploration.

Throughout pandemic, students explore LGBTQ+ identity

Julian Ingersoll, Arts Co-Editor
March 4, 2021
In a desperate attempt to return to his mortal body, Joe Gardener must go on a journey of self discovery to play the biggest Jazz gig of his career.

Newest Disney Pixar’ film “Soul” reminds people what living is all about

Julian Ingersoll, Arts Co-Editor
February 5, 2021
Trying to fit in in their newly found suburban life, Superheroes Wanda Maximoff and her Husband Vision uncover the secrets of where they really live.

Watch Disney+ Original series “WandaVision” for a nail-bitting experience

Julian Ingersoll, Arts Co-Editor
January 29, 2021
The Regeneron Science Talent Search honors 300 scholars who receive 2,000 dollars for their research in math or science.

Senior earns distinction for research identifying cancer cells

Julian Ingersoll, Arts Co-Editor
January 13, 2021
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
The Day of the Dead should remind people that death is not just a statistic, but the loss of a real life, and we should use this day to reflect on that.

Día de los Muertos provides a timely, universal message

Julian Ingersoll, Co-Arts Editor
November 1, 2020
The new Monet exhibit at the Art Institute of Chicago will remain open until January.

‘Monet and Chicago’: A surprising, worthwhile exhibit for all

Julian Ingersoll, Arts Co-Editor
October 5, 2020
Frederick Tang's embraces the computer science field and finds competitiveness and recreation within it.

Computer whiz: Junior qualifies for prestigious computing summer camp

Julian Ingersoll, Arts Co-Editor
June 9, 2020
Middle school principal Sandra Bixby, left, 6th grade humanities teacher Richard Krull, center-left, Ms. Ogilvie, center-right, and Ms. Marienthal, right, are all retiring this year.

Retiring faculty, principal made mark on middle, lower, primary schools

Julian Ingersoll, Arts Co-Editor
May 25, 2020
Lab students line up during the baseball team's senior night in 2019.

Some sports teams will celebrate senior night over Zoom, others postponed plans

Julian Ingersoll, Arts Co-Editor
May 19, 2020
"Avatar the Last Airbender," a beloved animated series that debuted on Nickelodeon in 2005, will be available on Netflix May 15.

Epic adventure of ‘Avatar: The Last Airbender’ comes to Netflix

Julian Ingersoll, Arts Co-Editor
May 15, 2020
Junior Bethany Stephens and former middle school librarian Ms. Oaks smile at one another after Bethany gave a speech honoring Ms Oaks as her advisory's unsung hero last year. This year's Unsung Hero brunch will be held virtually but students will still have the opportunity to give speeches for nominated unsung heroes.

Celebration for Lab’s unsung heroes to be held using Zoom

Julian Ingersoll, Reporter
April 29, 2020
Junior Stella Heon shows off her "hat that is not a hat," a stuffed cow she wore on her head in response to the friendly challenge set by Bel Canto director Katy Sinclair.

Teachers, students use remote classes to bond, discuss important issues

Julian Ingersoll, Reporter
April 24, 2020
SUBTLE BEAUTY. Each of the art pieces in “Woven” — at the National Museum of Mexican Art through April 19 — only has a biography for the artist but no description, forcing the viewer to interpret the work for themselves. The museum at 1852 West 19th St. is the only musuem in the greater United States solely devoted to the display of Mexican art.

Modern activism, historical art

Julian Ingersoll, Reporter
March 9, 2020
LEARNING BY SPEAKING. Eliza Doss works with 2019 U-High graduate Ryan Lee in a Korean class at the University of Chicago. Students attend the class five days a week to learn their heritage language.

Students learn heritage languages through university

Julian Ingersoll, Reporter
March 9, 2020
Illegal drugs, alcohol not allowed on campus, reminds Ms. Campos

Illegal drugs, alcohol not allowed on campus, reminds Ms. Campos

Julian Ingersoll, Reporter
February 25, 2020
photo by Martin Swart. Licensed under Creative Commons 2.0.

Language department presents week of culture

Julian Ingersoll, Reporter
February 23, 2020
KICKIN’ IT. Running to the ball, Eleanor Skish, Sarah Brady and Zoe Stephens fight for the ball during a futsal game. During the season, two teams made up of five players a side play intrasquad games to develop skills and a closer team community. In accordance with IHSA rules, the winter program does not include any formal coaching and is both student-led and optional for team members.

Indoor athletics program facilitates bonds

Julian Ingersoll, Reporter
February 20, 2020
"Harriet" tells the story of Harriet Tubman as she escapes slavery in the American South and leads over 300 others to freedom over her life. Cynthia Evrio, who plays the lead, was nominated for the academy award for Best Actress. The movie was also nominated for Best Original Song for "Stand Up."

“Harriet” chronicles story, humanity of American hero

Julian Ingersoll, Reporter
February 9, 2020
Otis (left) and Maeve (right), main characters of "Sex Education," consider how to proceed with their then new sex advice clinic.

Netflix original series tackles S-E-X

Julian Ingersoll, Reporter
January 29, 2020
"1917" a gripping, powerful memoir of war

“1917” a gripping, powerful memoir of war

Julian Ingersoll, Reporter
January 16, 2020
MLK day speaker chosen, student auditions open

MLK day speaker chosen, student auditions open

Ella Beiser and Julian Ingersoll
December 11, 2019
Focusing on his music, sophomore Julien Derroitte plays his viola in Blaine Lobby.

Lobby string enlivens Lab’s morning

Julian Ingersoll, Reporter
December 5, 2019
'Nevermore Park' a unique, interactive exhibition

‘Nevermore Park’ a unique, interactive exhibition

Julian Ingersoll, Reporter
November 11, 2019
This is pollo en mole verde, a traditional Mexican dish served at 5 Rabanitos, a restaurant in Pilsen. 5 Rabanitos serves great food and is located only a block northeast of the National Museum of Mexican Art, making it an excellent place for a lunchtime excursion.

5 Rabanitos: hidden gem for Mexican food

Julian Ingersoll, Reporter
November 11, 2019
More than a meal: The diversity of Chicago eats

More than a meal: The diversity of Chicago eats

Nikhil Patel, Nicky Edwards-Levin, Julian Ingersoll, Madeline Welch, and Berk Oto
November 11, 2019
Make space for Latinx culture in history curriculum

Make space for Latinx culture in history curriculum

Julian Ingersoll, Reporter
November 11, 2019
Students use application to evaluate learning style

Students use application to evaluate learning style

Julian Ingersoll, Reporter
November 11, 2019
Inaugural Lab Athletics Hall of Fame class honored in ceremony

Inaugural Lab Athletics Hall of Fame class honored in ceremony

Christian Gluth and Julian Ingersoll
October 24, 2019
Mobile mindfulness

Mobile mindfulness

Ella Beiser and Julian Ingersoll
October 11, 2019
TIGHT-KNIT TENNIS TEAM. Senior Isabella Kellermeier sprints to the ball during a tennis match against Elgin Academy Sept. 17. U-High won the match 5-0. The girls tennis team is undefeated and players pride themselves in their welcoming team environment.

Undefeated & close-knit

Julian Ingersoll, Midway Reporter
October 9, 2019
Ava McKula plays a song on the piano outside C116 near Judd Lobby.

Old piano finds new home

Julian Ingersoll, Reporter
October 2, 2019
Two freshman work in the second floor hallway, wearing their striped apparel for the spirit week.

Student Council organizes “Glow-up” Spirit Week

Julian Ingersoll, Midway Reporter
September 23, 2019

Labstock to be hosted June 7

Julian Ingersoll, Midway Reporter
May 20, 2019

[Video] Fifth grade bake sale offers creative outlet

Otto Brown and Julian Ingersoll
May 9, 2019
New middle school assistant principal selected

New middle school assistant principal selected

Julian Ingersoll, Midway Reporter
April 16, 2019

IHSA contest helps singers improve, get detailed criticism

Julian Ingersoll, Midway Reporter
March 19, 2019

MUN individuals win despite team losses

Julian Ingersoll, Midway Reporter
February 14, 2019

Students of color attend conference

Julian Ingersoll
November 10, 2018
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