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
Malcolm Taylor

Malcolm Taylor, Photo Editor

Malcolm Taylor is a junior who serves as a photo editor. He joined the photojournalism team in the 2019-20 school year.

Awards:

2023 Scholastic Press Association of Chicago, non-sports photo: superior

2023 Illinois Journalism Education Association: First place, news or feature photo, Historic campus experiences unexpected fire alarm (main photo)

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

2022 Columbia Scholastic Press Association Gold Circle Award: Photo slideshow, certificate of merit (with Andrew Burke-Stevenson, Matt Petres, Chloe Ma, Henry Benton, and Patrice Graham), “Photo gallery: Faculty face off in Homecoming arm wrestling tournament”

2021 Journalism Education Association National Student Media Contests, Virtual: Honorable mention, portrait photo

2020 Journalism Education Association National Student Media Contests, Virtual: Honorable mention, feature photo

2020 Illinois Journalism Education Association: First place, multimedia story package (with Peter Pu, Miriam Bloom, Kathy Luan, Maria Shaughnessy, Elliott Taylor), Artsfest provides time for creativity, relaxation

2020 Illinois Journalism Education Association: Second place, photo story (with Mira Costello, Kathy Luan, Maria Shaughnessy), 96.2 p2 Homecoming Week

2020 Illinois Journalism Education Association: Third place, photo story or photo slideshow (with Macy Beal, Nicky Edwards-Levin, Kathy Luan, Maria Shaughnessy), Sept. 30, 2019: Students embrace Spirit Week with fun outfits

2019 Journalism Education Association National Student Media Contests, Washington, D.C.: Excellent: First-year photo

All content by Malcolm Taylor
Due to an expected rise in COVID-19 numbers as winter starts, students and employees are being asked to take two COVID-19 tests before returning to school Nov. 28.

[Photo] Students, employees will test twice before returning from Thanksgiving

Louis Auxenfans, News Editor
November 15, 2022
Secretary Elaine Robison, who died in late July, was a force of happiness and love in the Lab Community.

[Photo] Secretary Elaine Robison leaves legacy of love

Audrey Park, Managing Editor
September 26, 2022
Teddy Stripling discusses the results of the 2020-2021 health and wellness survey with a small group. This year's survey will take place October 6th during assembly period.

[Photo] Student customization, enthusiasm are priorities for wellness survey

Katie Sasamoto-Kurisu, Reporter
September 22, 2022
Ava Eggner and Sophie Volchenbaum sing a duet at last year's Labstock. The end-of-year event allows students to perform live music in front of their peers.

[Photo] End-of-year celebration Labstock to be held on June 3

Ainsley Williams, Reporter
May 31, 2022

Video: Robotics team builds skill, friendship

Malcolm Taylor
May 17, 2022
Zoe Stephens dribbles the ball past a defender from Regina Dominican in the Varsity Girls Soccer game on April 25.

[Photo] Audio: Putting teamwork first, girls soccer team finds success in communication, camaraderie

May 17, 2022
Ege Halac works with history teacher Cindy Jurisson on his National History Day project.

[Photo] Seventeen juniors qualify for National History Day Contest

Téa Tamburo, Editor-in-Chief
May 12, 2022
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[Photo] Sunscreens offer various protections, features

Téa Tamburo, Deputy Managing Editor
May 10, 2022
During practice, junior Kriti Sarav hits a forehand shot across the court. This year, the girls tennis team won the 1A IHSA State Championship on Oct. 21-23, and Kriti finished in the elite eight in singles.

[Photo] Photo gallery: Focused Faces

Chloe Ma and Amy Ren
May 12, 2022
Secretary Elaine Robison works at her desk in the high school office.

[Photo] Initiatives launched to further employee commitment to DEI

Peter Pu, Editor-In-Chief
April 29, 2022
Stella Sturgill, Maurice Neuman and Emmet Goolsbee give a speech for history teacher Charles Disantis, who is also their adviser.

[Photo] Unsung Heroes Award honors contributions of faculty, staff

Sophie Baker, Reporter
April 27, 2022
Seniors look at art on display at this year's LabArts show.

[Photo] LabArts showcases student artwork

Audrey Park, Assistant Editor
April 27, 2022
Through service learning at the Hyde Park Neighborhood Club, Lucas Caldentey unlocked a new passion for working with kids.

[Photo] Through service learning, sophomore discovers passion for working with kids

Kiran Collins, Reporter
April 21, 2022
Juniors Jack McRoberts, Ege Halac and Jessica Daugherty discuss their National History Day project with history teacher Cindy Jurisson.

[Photo] 28 students qualify for state history day

Ainsley Williams, Reporter
April 19, 2022
After the fire department gave the "all clear," physics teacher Javier Saez de Adana flees the rain that started to fall.

[Photo] Historic campus experiences unexpected fire alarm

Sahana Unni, Content Manager
April 13, 2022
HUNCHED BACKS. The weight that many students carry on their backs can cause damage in the long run. Consistent exercise can help to strengthen the back, core, shoulders and the upper body.

[Photo] Weighed down: Are packs harming our backs?

Amy Ren, Reporter
April 13, 2022
At the mural painting workshop, Sophomore Brandon Jones fills in part of the BRAVE logo with blue.

[Photo] BRAVE attendees work toward justice

Téa Tamburo, Deputy Managing Editor
April 11, 2022
HOLE-IN-ONE. Senior Spencer McKula throws a frisbee toward a putting basket at Nichols Park on April 5. For a full disc golf course, players can go to the Illinois Institute of Technology at 33rd and State streets. In Hyde Park, putting baskets are located in Nichols Park and near Promontory Point.

[Photo] A guide to niche outdoor sports in Chicago parks

Berk Oto, Editor-in-Chief
April 7, 2022
All-School President Brent Pennington speaks at a student council meeting about the new changes to the Student Council election process.

[Photo] Student Council elections require new campaign elements

Berk Oto, Editor-in-Chief
April 6, 2022
FINDING A BALANCE. On Feb. 1, junior Xavier Nesbitt dribbles the basketball in a game against Morgan Park Academy. Xavier and other U-High athletes expressed often-overwhelming feelings of stress when trying to perform at a high level athletically and academically at the same time.

[Photo] Pressure to perform: Students say managing workload, sports comes with cost

William Tan, Assistant Editor
April 1, 2022
Students read a story in the Midway that highlights incidents of mistreatment and frustration over the lack of accountability for racist actions.

[Photo] Lab community disappointed but not surprised by faculty mistreatment

Colin Leslie, Assistant Editor
April 1, 2022
Vendor Carli Martinez of Protective Pieces sells her handmade crystal jewelry to Get Flea Market attendees.

[Photo] Grassroots market elevates and connects Chicago’s young entrepreneurs

An Ngo, City Life Editor
March 31, 2022
The senior show, opening on April 4, will be displayed in the Corvus Gallery in Gordon Parks Arts Hall.

[Photo] Senior Show displays Class of 2022’s artwork

Noa Appelbaum, Health and Wellness Editor
March 30, 2022
Maroon Key Society applications for 2022-23 are due April 15.

[Photo] Maroon Key Society accepting applications for 2022-23 school year

Peter Cox, Assistant Editor
March 28, 2022
The U-High Midway received the Silver Crown Award in the hybrid category from the Columbia Scholastic Press Association.

[Photo] U-High journalism programs receive national recognition

Krishita Dutta, Arts Co-Editor
March 23, 2022
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[Photo] Standardized testing: Relic of the past or necessary benchmark?

Berk Oto and Peter Pu
March 8, 2022
The boys varsity team won the Illinois High School Association 2A Regional Championship on Feb. 25 against Dyett High School. They earned the right to compete in the IHSA Sectional semifinals against Leo High School.

[Photo] Boys and girls basketball season ends, players receive recognition

William Tan, Assistant Editor
March 4, 2022
Students and employees will receive two rapid antigen test kits on March 9 to be taken before returning to class from spring break.

[Photo] Take-home COVID-19 tests to be distributed

Amy Ren, Reporter
March 3, 2022
Junior William Meyer dances in the mosh pit during the ArtsFest closing assembly in Gordon Parks Arts Hall.

[Photo] Photos: Artfest 2022 captured image by image

Krishita Dutta, Amon Gray, Chloe Ma, and Ethan Swinger
February 25, 2022
Dean of Students Ana Campos points to survey results during the health and wellness assembly held Dec. 9.

[Photo] Changes to be made in health and wellness survey

Audrey Matei, Content Manager
February 25, 2022
The Peanuts team members give a speech on stage after figuring out they won the Hunt.

[Photo] The Peanuts win the Hunt

Samuel Beck, Reporter
February 25, 2022
This year's Winter Formal, now called Spring Fling, will be held in Sherry Lansing Theater on March 5 from 7:30-10:30 p.m. The Spring Fling will follow Spirit Week, where students can dress up as themes selected by Student Council.

[Photo] Enchanted Forest Spring Fling to take place March 5

Milo Platz-Walker, Reporter
February 22, 2022
Lab's Ethics Bowl team advances to the Chicago regionals, one round before the national competition.

[Photo] Ethics bowl team advances to Chicago regionals

Oliver Wilson, Reporter
February 21, 2022
On Feb. 10, senior retreat returned for the first time since 2020. The seniors traveled to Galena, Illinois, where they engaged in fun activities and spent time bonding with each other.

[Photo] Senior Class enjoys winter activities at retreat

Lucia Kouri and Colin Leslie
February 17, 2022
A group of seniors spend their lunch period in Gordon Parks Arts Hall. Social distancing regulations have minimized the amount of space available for high school students, leaving many with no place to go.

[Photo] Restricted spaces leave students without places to sit

Kiran Collins, Reporter
February 15, 2022
Senior Sarah Solomon looks for an open teammate to pass to in a basketball game on Feb. 1.

[Photo] Senior brings enthusiasm, exhibits optimism

Ryan Clark, Opinion Editor
February 9, 2022
Senior Julien Derroitte attempts to ride a Divvy bike near Promontory Point during the snow day Feb. 3.

[Photo] Students attend class virtually, relax during snow day

Adrianna Nehme, News Editor
February 3, 2022
Junior Michael Ewing portrays famous abolitionist David Walker during a roundtable discussion in an AT African American class Feb. 1.

[Photo] History department offers flexibility, more options in new courses

Anathea Carrigan, Managing Editor
February 2, 2022
The owner of Kilimanjaro International, Mother Rose, stands by the art she displays outside the store.

[Photo] Hyde Park’s last African wares stores persist

Chloe Ma, Content Manager
February 2, 2022
English teacher Christine Himmelfarb and senior Ariana Vazquez, both wearing black masks, conference during class.

[Photo] Student mask usage increases after omicron spike

Mia Lipson, Reporter
January 28, 2022
The Corvus Gallery in Gordon Parks Arts Hall is featuring 'The Fundred Project' up until March 11.

[Photo] ‘The Fundred Project’ utilizes art to raise awareness on lead poisoning

Ethan Swinger, Reporter
January 27, 2022
Fine arts department chair Sunny Neater poses with her Mental Health First Aid certificate. The training took Ms. Neater 30 hours to complete.

[Photo] Successful mental health training program will expand to the Lab community

Meena Lee, Sports Editor
January 24, 2022
Seniors Theo Arado and Keara Booth discuss their opinions on the prompt during the Asian Students’ Association workshop in Sherry Lansing Theater on Jan. 13. Photo by Malcolm Taylor

[Photo] Black Joy: Celebrating hope, spirit

Anathea Carrigan, Managing Editor
January 19, 2022
Students returned in-person on Jan. 10 after a week of Covid-19 testing delayed in-person learning by one week. Upon returning, students expressed mixed feelings about Covid-19 safety precautions.

[Photo] Students have mixed opinions on return to in-person classes after winter break

Lucia Kouri, Editor-In-Chief
January 13, 2022
A total of 144 Lab students and employees tested positive for COVID-19 or reported a positive test after the first week of SHIELD saliva testing from Jan. 3-7.

[Photo] Week of testing identifies dozens of COVID-19 cases in Lab community

William Tan, Assistant Editor
January 12, 2022
Counselor Michael Bruner points to survey results during the health and wellness assembly held Dec. 9. While several data points were similar to 2020, the results revealed an increase in girls feeling “really ugly” and a decrease in students seeking counselors.

[Photo] Wellness survey reveals areas of concern

Adrianna Nehme and Sahana Unni
December 15, 2021
According to Kimberly Williamson, director of human resources, the major hiring shortages are occurring in jobs that are lower-paying and do not necessarily offer benefits.

[Photo] Hiring issues for Extended Day Program persist

Peter Pu, Editor-in-Chief
December 17, 2021
During the Lincoln Way West Pentathlon on Dec. 3, sophomore David Ren swims butterfly. Seven U-High boys competed in every event and took home the first place plaque.

[Photo] Winter sports return in full swing

Joaquin Figueroa, Reporter
December 15, 2021
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.

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

Caroline Hohner, Features Editor
December 16, 2021
Many Christkindlmarket vendors who travel from outside the country to attend the annual market are thrilled to be back in Chicago for the holidays. The market takes place in Daley Plaza and will be open until Dec. 24.

[Photo] Wilkommen back! Christkindlmarket returns

Audrey Matei, Content Manager
December 8, 2021
Individuals rally during a student-run protest Nov. 16 on the lack of campus security on the University of Chicago Main Quadrangle after the off-campus shooting death of Shaoxiong Zheng. Students chanted "One block off campus" and "We are here to learn, not to die."

[Photo] After campus shootings, UChicago responds with increased safety measures

Berk Oto, Editor-in-Chief
November 17, 2021
Features editor Caroline Hohner and assistant editor Peter Cox design a page for the Midway's print paper. The U-High Midway’s Oct. 7 print edition took home sixth place in National Scholastic Press Association’s annual honors.

[Photo] Midway staff wins team, individual awards

Audrey Matzke, Reporter
November 17, 2021
SPEAK OUT. At a Student Council-led meeting on Nov. 2, ninth grader Ayush Mishra shares his experiences with the group. The meeting was held for students to discuss strategies for workload.

[Photo] Heavy workload aggravates students

Peter Pu and Meena Lee
November 9, 2021
From left to right: Trader Joe’s Pumpkin Tortilla Chips, Pumpkin Brioche Twist, Pumpkin Spice Hummus, Non-Dairy Pumpkin Oat Beverage and Pumpkin Bagels. The Midway staff enjoyed the pumpkin bagels, but didn’t think the rest were worth buying.

[Photo] Pumped up for pumpkin spice

Peter Cox, Audrey Park, Amy Ren, Téa Tamburo, and Sahana Unni
November 10, 2021
Junior Michael Pan speaks with science teacher Kevin Nihil about AT Chemistry.

[Photo] Adults learn to identify, respond to student distress

Lucia Kouri, Editor-In-Chief
November 9, 2021
Lucy Biederman, 1999 Lab alumna and writing specialist, conferences with a student in the Writers’ Center. After discovering a love for writing while at Lab, Lucy now enjoys hearing students share their identities through their work.

[Photo] Alumna writing specialist cultivates student work

Amy Ren, Reporter
November 8, 2021
The volleyball team huddles together before a game on senior night on Oct. 21. The Maroons' finished their season winning the ISL conference and the regional championship.

[Photo] Aces & Queens: Volleyball team’s connection leads to successful season

Téa Tamburo, Deputy Managing Editor
November 2, 2021
Senior Emilee Pak and sophomore

[Photo] Girls tennis wins state championship

Sahana Unni, Content Manager
October 27, 2021
Six students will attend the National Association of Independent Schools' Student Diversity Leadership Conference online Nov. 30 to Dec. 3.

[Photo] 6 students chosen for youth DEI conference

Clare O'Connor, Assistant Editor
October 27, 2021
Members of the Laboratory Schools community dance on Oct. 15 to celebrate Diwali.

[Photo] Desi Culture Group holds celebration for Diwali

Clare McRoberts, Reporter
October 22, 2021
Sophomore Santana Romero, left, subs into the game for junior Audrey Matei on Oct. 20. For the annual Dig Pink game against DePaul College Prep, the volleyball team raised over $2,500 in donations to the Side Out Foundation.

[Photo] Donations from annual Dig Pink volleyball game surpass goal

Audrey Park, Assistant Editor
October 22, 2021
Physics teacher Javier Saez listens during a faculty meeting on Oct. 6, while Principal Paul Beekmeyer shares new homework policies.

[Photo] Unorganized, inconvenient deadlines prompt new homework policies

Adrianna Nehme, News Editor
October 19, 2021
Senior Loren Calleri brandishes a handmade spear. On a seven-day backpacking trip through the Allegheny Mountains, Loren, alongside Julien Deroitte and several other Lab seniors, spent time enjoying the outdoors and strenghthening bonds.

[Photo] Over summer break, students travel, learn, rest, grow

Meena Lee, Sports Editor
October 6, 2021
During a faculty arm wrestling tournament at the homecoming assembly Sept. 23 on Jackman Field, Daniel Calleri and Daniel Bobo-Jones competed first. Photo by Andrew Burke-Stevenson.

Photo gallery: Faculty face off in Homecoming arm wrestling tournament

Malcolm Taylor, Andrew Burke-Stevenson, Matt Petres, Chloe Ma, Henry Benton, and Patrice Graham
September 24, 2021
Shauna Anderson, math teacher, holds a green card to signify all her students are present for the historic campus's full-capacity fire drill on Sept. 22.

[Photo] Historic campus’s first fire drill runs smoothly

Amy Ren, Reporter
September 23, 2021
History teacher Holly Johnston, left, hugs Elizabeth Lin, who had just recognized Ms. Johnston on behalf of the Class of 2021 for the impact she had on students. “She challenged us intellectually, pushed us to be independent, but also gave us structure and the resources we needed to be successful,” Elizabeth said. “But more importantly, she believed in us.”

[Photo] Seniors gather for picnic, final walk of historic campus

Téa Tamburo and Amon Gray
June 9, 2021
Junior Sid Shah competes against Lake Forest Academy on April 27. The boys tennis team advanced to state, sending two singles and two doubles teams.

[Photo] Spring sport teams find success in post-season play

Meena Lee, Sports Editor
June 8, 2021
Senior Tierney Cunningham picks up her mortar board cap, tassel, gown and sign at Gordon Parks entrance for graduation on June 10. This year, the Class of 2021’s graduation ceremony will take place on Jackman Field at 2:30 p.m.

[Photo] Class of 2021 graduation to take place June 10 on Jackman Field

Krishita Dutta, Arts Co-Editor
May 21, 2021
Exchange trips to Martinique, Argentina, China and Italy have all been canceled for the 2021-2022 school year.

[Photo] No exchange trips planned for 2021-22 academic year

Louis Auxenfans, Reporter
May 13, 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.

[Photo] Teachers consider methods to continue from distance learning

Caroline Hohner, Features Editor
May 12, 2021
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