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Searching for solutions: Student looks at the AI overview while searching for how to find the derivative of a function on one of the Library’s computers. Many students rely on the overview as well as other AI tools for quick solutions to math problems and inquiries.
Teachers find AI Overview a shortcut for research
From hope to hesitancy, students reacted in many different ways to the election of a new pope.
Vox Pop: Students excited, nervous about new pope
W. Ian Lipkin who graduated U-High in 1970, was awarded the 2025 Distinguished Alumni Award. Dr. Lipkin has over 40 years of work in his field.
Immunologist W. Ian Lipkin, Class of 1970, given the Distinguished Alumni Award
Daniel Chang, the 2025-26 all-school president-elect, hopes to make Student Council more efficient.
As president, Chang to prioritize functionality
Daniel Chang was elected all-school president for the 2025-26 school year.
Chang, Quiles to lead 2025-26 Student Council
From May 5-9, sophomores Aya El Bissati and Jairy Felix led a children's book drive, which raised over 120 books.
Book drive supports children’s literacy in underserved communities
On April 26 at Illinois State University, the Math Team won a state competition. Additionally, multiple teams and individuals won first place in individual competitions.
Math team wins state contest after scoring mishap
Senior Taariq Ahmed has been selected as Student Journalist of the Year by Youth Journalism International.
Midway editor named Student Journalist of the Year in global competition
Light Dohrn, the Midway's arts & entertainment editor, and Elspeth LaCroix-Birdthistle, who is on the U-Highlights staff and was on the photojournalism team last year, were selected for the Illinois Journalism Education Association's All-State Journalism Team.
For third consecutive year, two U-High journalists named to All-State team
Midway journalists and photojournalists received various awards from the Illinois Journalism Education Association, including Best Overall Publication and Best Hybrid Publication.
U-High journalists, photojournalists receive state awards
The shadows of policy & power
The shadows of policy & power
Driven to serve: Alumni pursue careers in public service
Driven to serve: Alumni pursue careers in public service
Addicted to the Algorithm
Addicted to the Algorithm
10 x 10: Midway 100
10 x 10: Midway 100
Vice presidential candidate and previous educator Tim Walz addresses his supportive crowd at the 2024 DNC.
With former educator Walz on ticket, schools take spotlight
Audience Engagement Editor Abhay Chandran argues that books should choose a meaningful ending instead of an easy ending.
Write endings that have meaning instead of an easy outcome
The Editorial Board argues that Lab is losing the characteristics and limiting student activities which define student life and make the highschool experience fun.
Lab is losing what makes it fun
Assistant Editor Lila Coyne argues that in a period of petty political arguments, students should engage in collaborative disagreement.
Embrace collaborative disagreement to improve discussion
The Editorial Board argues that elected students must follow through on the promises that they make during campaigning.
Hold your Student Council accountable
Assistant Editor Orlie Weitzman argues that diversity from multilingualism needs to be embraced instead of demonized.
America must celebrate its multilingual roots
During Lab A, ninth graders Lauren Wilson and Alondra Reyes visit middle school faculty member Thomas Toney to talk about the latest water polo match that Alondra participated in. Lauren and Alondra often go together to visit Mr. Toney and talk to him about school or about personal things together. “We come back from time to time just to keep conversation going about how we’re doing in high school,” Lauren said.
Students maintain bonds with middle school teachers
Sophomore Saanika Dutta sets up an experiment for lower school students on April 6 as apart of Women in Stem's Science Saturday.
WiStem Science Saturday offers mentorship, education
Pressure of the perfect night
Pressure of the perfect night
On a Science Saturday on April 26, Women in Stem co-president Sofia Picciola works with kids on a pepper-and-soap experiment that explains surface tension concepts.
Video: Women in STEM members share passion on Science Saturdays
DINK OR DILL: Senior Asher Huner found a love for pickleball last summer, amid a boom of the fastest-growing sport.
Pickleball provides social time, enjoyable gameplay
Food al Fresco
Food al Fresco
PAWS FOR PASSION. Volunteer Wendy Elstien holds her foster dog, Gilda, as she explains the impact that the rescue has had on her life. Ms. Elstien started fostering Gilda after the loss of her own dog. “You have no idea how much this dog means to me and how much this has changed my life,” she said, “and that's really powerful to me.”
Fetching Hope: Volunteer organization saves vulnerable dogs from abuse
The Public Housing Museum, located at 919 S Ada St., allows visitors to engage with a narrative of public housing that highlights the humanity, resilience and joy of residents. The museum includes a working studio where the stories of public housing residents are recorded and publicly archived; a gift shop owned and operated by current and former public housing residents; gallery and exhibition spaces; a playground; and a recreation room where visitors can enjoy a large collection of records by artists who lived in public housing across the United States.
Public Housing Museum combats stereotypes through storytelling
Students practice lifeguarding skills in Sunny Gymnasium as part of a U-High class. U-High students say lifeguarding provides them with work experience and helps build connections with fellow employees.
Lifeguarding provides students with work experience, camaraderie
A second location of 5 Rabanitos, a Mexican restaurant based in the Pilsen neighborhood, is now open at 1301 E. 53rd St..
Pilsen’s 5 Rabanitos restaurant opens second location in Hyde Park
One hundred years after its publication in 1925, "The Great Gatsby" remains relevant, detailing parallel struggles and responses to our current day.
100 years later, ‘The Great Gatsby’ remains a cautionary tale
FROM SCENE TO SCREEN. Ninth grader René Saussy edits footage for a classmate’s short film using Adobe Premiere. After completing his own short film, he has been helping others edit their films
From Script to Screen: Ninth Graders explore filmmaking one scene at a time
"Sinners," a new movie by the director of "Black Panther," explores themes of ownership and race. It was released on April 17 and is currently available in theaters.
‘Sinners’ brings fresh vision, allegorical confusion
Mia Lane paints on a prop for the upcoming theater production, "Urinetown." U-High theater's set crew has make significant advancements in the complexity of their stage design.
Video: With ‘Urinetown,’ set crew takes new leaps in complexity
Senior Henry Auxenfans began taking violin lessons at 5 years old, and dedicated the next 13 years of his life to it.
Keeping time: Senior Henry Auxenfans finds discipline in violin
Sophomore Suna Choi Hortaçsu competes in an indoor track meet.
Athletic essentials Q&A: Suna Choi Hortaçsu
Jumping into the air, ninth grader Chris Williams delivers a powerful serve during the boys tennis team’s home game against Fenwick on April 24. As of May 5, the varsity had an undefeated record of 11-0 for the season.
Gallery: Pushing Past the Pain
Varsity soccer co-captain Orly Eggener raises her hands for a high five with her teammates. Sports captainship has allowed multiple students to grow both on and off the field.
Audio: Sports captainship allows student athletes to grow leadership skills
Senior Krish Khanna, a varsity tennis co-captain, leads his team with passion and sportsmanship. His love for tennis started at age 6 and continues to shape his high school experience.
Senior Krish Khanna finds purpose through tennis, leadership
Six alumni who once competed as U-High athletes will be inducted into the Lab Athletics Hall of Fame as members of the Class of 2025.
Six U-High alumni athletes to be inducted into Lab Athletics Hall of Fame
HIDDEN HARM. Food dyes like tartrazine may deplete zinc, potentially affecting brain function. The European Union bans several dyes still allowed in the U.S., including Red 40 and Yellow 5.
Candy-colored concerns
A student selects various vegetables from the salad bar. Recent changes to the salad bar offerings in Cafe Lab have inspired students to consider healthier lunch options.
Audio: Improvements in healthier lunch options encourage mindful eating
FY FUTURE. Nature’s Fynd yogurts and patties are sold at local grocery stores like Whole Foods and Mariano’s. The company’s dairy-free Fy Yogurt recently won the 2025 NEXTY Award for best new dairy alternative.
From Yellowstone to yogurt, company makes new protein
Senior Noah Hoereth exercises in the fitness center. Recently, students have been using the fitness center for workouts, finding that the physical activity reaps mental rewards.
Audio: Fitness center workouts provide mental health benefits
LAUGH IT OFF. Laughter helps in reducing stress, strengthening your immune system, and bringing people closer together. In fact, you're 30 times more likely to laugh when you're with someone else than when you're alone.
Ha-ha for healthy healing
Mia Lane paints on a prop for the upcoming theater production, "Urinetown." U-High theater's set crew has make significant advancements in the complexity of their stage design.
Video: With ‘Urinetown,’ set crew takes new leaps in complexity
On a Science Saturday on April 26, Women in Stem co-president Sofia Picciola works with kids on a pepper-and-soap experiment that explains surface tension concepts.
Video: Women in STEM members share passion on Science Saturdays
Varsity soccer co-captain Orly Eggener raises her hands for a high five with her teammates. Sports captainship has allowed multiple students to grow both on and off the field.
Audio: Sports captainship allows student athletes to grow leadership skills
Students have been taking initiative outside of class to improve their foreign language skills through conversation clubs and language learning apps like Duolingo.
Audio: Improving language skills helps students learn, improve academically
Ninth-grader Dorothy Jenner has been dancing since she was two years old. She dances various styles, including ballet, hip hop, modern and pop.
Audio: Developing love for dance, ninth grader gains skills and confidence
Jumping into the air, ninth grader Chris Williams delivers a powerful serve during the boys tennis team’s home game against Fenwick on April 24. As of May 5, the varsity had an undefeated record of 11-0 for the season.
Gallery: Pushing Past the Pain
Surrounded by fellow students, junior Sara Park dances at Spring Fling on April 5 in the Sherry Lansing Theater.
Spring Fling enchants, charms with themed decor
In a March 26 tennis practice, ninth grader Alexander Yamini returns a ball in a serving and returning drill. “Practice helps me to improve my skills on the court,” Alexander said. “Every day that I go to practice I feel that I have added to my tennis skill set. People tend to see the final product or the polished skill, but they don’t always recognize the countless hours of struggling with things that didn’t work out during training.”
Gallery: Practice Makes Perfect
In a recurring scene about a student stuck in a time loop, junior Evelyn Halbach, left, relives the same experience of helping senior Taylor Landrey with her homework.
Gallery: Student Experimental Theater
Junior Liz Longnecker completes a Gelli plate print during Period 3.
Gallery: ArtsFest sparks excitement, expression
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U-High Midway
The Student News Site of University of Chicago Laboratory High School

U-High Midway
Sahana Unni

Sahana Unni, Editor-in-Chief

Sahana Unni is a member of the Class of 2024 and serves as an editor-in-chief. She began journalism as a ninth grader in the 2020-21 school year and has since appreciated the exposure to different ideas and perspectives. Her favorite story she has written is about the Jane Collective, a group of women who provided safe abortions before the procedure was legalized in the early 1970s. Outside of journalism, Sahana enjoys creative writing and reading, while also serving as an editor-in-chief of the Renaissance literary magazine and a captain of the Mock Trial team.

Awards:

2024 Illinois Journalism Education Association: First place, news, Multiple thefts reported this month

2024 Illinois Journalism Education Association: First place, alternative storytelling (with Audrey Park, Katie Sasamoto-Kurisu)

2024 Illinois Journalism Education Association: First place, photo story (with Zara Siddique)

2024 Illinois Journalism Education Association: Honorable mention, serious commentary, Mindy Kaling’s depiction of Indian women isn’t a step forward

2024 Illinois Journalism Education Association: Third place, feature story, Fragrance fanatics: trend sparks student interest in cologne

2024 Scholastic Press Association of Chicago, special coverage: (with Audrey Park and Clare McRoberts) superior

2024 Columbia Scholastic Press Association Gold Circle Award: First place, personal opinion: on-campus issues, “New auditorium name at odds with values”

2024 Columbia Scholastic Press Association Gold Circle Award: Second place (with Zara Siddique), photo layout: full page (Page 3)

2024 Columbia Scholastic Press Association Gold Circle Award: Certificate of merit, news feature, “Dazzling drag city”

2023 Journalism Education Association National Student Media Contests, San Francisco convention: Honorable mention, online package

2023 Illinois Journalism Education Association: First place, serious commentary, New auditorium name at odds with values

2023 Illinois Journalism Education Association: First place, audio journalism (with Téa Tamburo), Audio: The beat boys — Club provides opportunity for music exploration, socialization

2023 Illinois Journalism Education Association: Second place, staff editorial, Step up to support peers’ mental health

2022 Columbia Scholastic Press Association Gold Circle Award: Cultural feature, certificate of merit, “‘Bridgerton’ effectively represents Indian culture“

2022 Journalism Education Association National Student Media Contests, St. Louis convention: Honorable mention, feature writing

2020 National Scholastic Press Association Fall Best of Show: Sixth Place, Election Reporting (contributor), “As trailblazer for multiple identities, Harris inspires students”

All content by Sahana Unni
Silent or Silenced?

Silent or Silenced?

Clare McRoberts, Sahana Unni, Kabir Joshi, and Light Dohrn
May 6, 2024
The popular music listening platforms, Spotify and Apple Music, remain debated over as to which is the superior choice. They both have their own benefits, students said.

Clash of the platforms: Students say Apple and Spotify hold different benefits

Sahana Unni, Editor-in-Chief
April 26, 2024
Rolling the dice

Rolling the dice

Audrey Park, Sahana Unni, Jaya Alenghat, and Kabir Joshi
April 5, 2024
Those wishing to run for Student Council can find election petitions outside the Dean's office. After unauthorized changes were made to the online voting system in last year’s Student Council election, voting for this year’s election on April 26 will take place on ElectionBuddy if the website gets approval by the University.

Student Council switches election platform for April 26 election

Sahana Unni, Editor-in-Chief
April 1, 2024
Sampling Sushi

Sampling Sushi

Audrey Park and Sahana Unni
March 6, 2024
The Midway staff will take a break from publishing over spring break except in the event of breaking news after after a busy fall and winter season.

Midway to take publishing hiatus over spring break

Katie Sasamoto-Kurisu, Audrey Park, and Sahana Unni
March 5, 2024
Lori Petrie, bookseller at 57th St. Books, enjoys her job and interacts with customers. She loves the comfort of the bookstore and brings warmth to all who walk in.

Brightening bookstores: Lori Petrie

Sahana Unni, Editor-in-Chief
February 23, 2024
UNATTENDED BELONGINGS. At least six students have reported thefts from their unattended backpacks. Items such as cash and debit cards have been stolen, and school officials are alerting the community to take precaution.

Multiple thefts reported this month

Sahana Unni, Editor-in-Chief
February 16, 2024
Devon Avenue in the West Ridge neighborhood of Chicago offers a multicultural experience for all to enjoy. Numerous shops line the street, their signs and window displays inviting customers inside.

Discovering Devon: Chicago’s unique Devon Avenue connects many diverse cultures

Sahana Unni, Editor-in-Chief
February 14, 2024
In new adaption of the "Percy Jackson" series, the Disney+ show "Percy Jackson and the Olympians" respects original novel and ignites appreciation in new fans.

‘Percy Jackson’ TV show continues legacy of the book series

Sahana Unni, Editor-in-Chief
February 5, 2024
It's all about the gray areas

It’s all about the gray areas

Mia Lipson, Audrey Park, and Sahana Unni
January 25, 2024
Some students stay inside hiding from the cold, while others head outside to enjoy the winter weather. Among these outdoor activities in sledding. Sledding is a timeless activity many students enjoy as it creates more opportunities for thrill, fun and friendship.

Sledding brings fun in snowy weather

Sahana Unni, Editor-in-Chief
January 23, 2024
Freedom Flare Up

Freedom Flare Up

Taariq Ahmed, Light Dohrn, Sahana Unni, Milo Platz-Walker, and Audrey Park
December 8, 2023
More sophisticated colognes are replacing less exclusive deodorants as high-end fragrances become popularized for young men through social media.

Fragrance fanatics: trend sparks student interest in cologne

Sahana Unni, Editor-in-Chief
November 3, 2023
As the leaves turn shades of red and orange and the air becomes crisp, it’s clear that autumn has finally arrived. The colorful and cozy season is often cherished through fall traditions, whether it be enjoying pumpkin-flavored everything or getting lost in a corn maze.

Four fun fall activities to celebrate the new season

Sahana Unni, Editor-in-Chief
October 26, 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
With the backdrop of the Israel-Hamas war, Lab community members facilitate informed discussions related to both the conflict and its implications.

Classes, community address complex Israel-Hamas war

Audrey Park and Sahana Unni
October 17, 2023
Affirmative Apprehension

Affirmative Apprehension

Audrey Park, Sahana Unni, Light Dohrn, Haley Maharry, and Milo Platz-Walker
September 27, 2023
In her shows, like “The Sex Lives of College Girls,” Mindy Kaling portrays and creates stereotypes of Indian teenagers and women.

Mindy Kaling’s depiction of Indian women isn’t a step forward

Sahana Unni, Editor-in-Chief
September 20, 2023
Midways editors announce plans to enhance relationship with student body and amplify social media interaction and other digital elements for the community.

Midway plans to incorporate more student body voice

Audrey Park, Sahana Unni, and Katie Sasamoto-Kurisu
September 5, 2023
ATHLETICS APPRECIATION. Athletics Director Matt Manley taught at Sacred Heart Schools for 11 years and has a love for coaching and sports.

New athletics director brings ideas, change

Audrey Park and Sahana Unni
September 4, 2023
After a busy year, the staff with take a break from publishing over the summer.

Midway to take break over summer

Audrey Park, Katie Sasamoto-Kurisu, and Sahana Unni
June 9, 2023
At Lips Chicago on May 19, during a drag show and dinner, drag performer Priscilla Rock dances amid flashing, colorful lights as viewers offer cash.

Dazzling drag city

Sahana Unni, Editor-in-Chief
June 1, 2023
A Good Job: Margarita Casas

A Good Job: Margarita Casas

Sahana Unni, Editor-in-Chief
May 23, 2023
Lives in 300 words: Stories from the Lab community

Lives in 300 words: Stories from the Lab community

Sahana Unni, Chloe Alexander, Mia Lipson, Ainsley Williams, Taariq Ahmed, Peter Cox, Victoria Washington, Ethan Swinger, and Audrey Matei
May 19, 2023
BEAUTY BOOST: Often in the form on pills, beauty supplements are sold to help boost hair, skin and nail health, but frequently lack effectiveness.

‘Ingestible’ skincare offers trendy yet ineffective supplement

Sahana Unni, Features Editor
May 3, 2023
Despite often being overlooked, the landscapers, security guards and police officers are a fundamental piece to keeping the tourist-filled heart of San Francisco upscale. From keeping the grass trimmed to ensuring the streets are safe, these individuals are essential to the ambiance of Union Square.

Behind the scenes: Union Square workers maintain the luxurious district

Audrey Park, Sahana Unni, and Katie Sasamoto-Kurisu
April 21, 2023
Ms. Murdock never failed to brighten the halls of U-High — her presence has been sorely missed since she died March 26. 

Love and laughter: Delores Murdock’s comforting nature dearly missed

Sahana Unni, Features Editor
April 12, 2023
In this Vox Pop, we ask students and faculty about their opinion on the results of Chicago's mayoral election April 4.

Vox Pop: Mayoral election results

Sahana Unni, Clare McRoberts, and Zara Siddique
April 7, 2023
SITE SEEING. Students explore architectural sites throughout Greece during the world language department-sponsored spring break trip to Greece. Numerous problems arose for the group when trying to return to Chicago after a national strike of Greek air traffic controllers. Still, some students say, it was a fun and unforgettable experience.

Spring break trip to Greece ends with chaotic travel

Sahana Unni, Features Editor
March 31, 2023
While most members of the Lab community don't wholeheartedly trust astrology, many appreciate it as an interesting subject and pastime.

Comforting vs. casual: Varying trust in astrology helps guide decisions, start conversations

Sahana Unni, Features Editor
March 22, 2023
The new beatmaking club gives students the chance to learn new skills and connect with peers with similar interests.

Audio: The beat boys — Club provides opportunity for music exploration, socialization

Téa Tamburo and Sahana Unni
March 7, 2023
Brandon Sanderson's new novel offers a much lighter, but still fulfilling, reading experience compared to his other novels.

Brandon Sanderson’s first “secret” novel offers a light fantasy read

Sahana Unni, Features Editor
February 22, 2023
Students respond differently in choosing whether or not they support problematic creators.

Nay to Ye: Students divided over whether to support problematic creators

Sahana Unni, Features Editor
February 6, 2023
SLEEVE SECTION. Despite being 17 at the time, senior Michael Pan was able to legally get a sleeve tattoo at a parlor in Indiana with parental consent. He chose to get flowers on his arm in tribute to his uncle in China.

Tattooed teens: Getting inkwork despite red tape

Sahana Unni, Features Editor
January 26, 2023
SPEAKING OUT. Sitting in a circle of chairs, senior Zara Baig discusses the role students can play in addressing hate at Lab during a Student Council-sponsored forum on Nov. 29.

In low-attended forum, students addressed hate expression

Sahana Unni, Features Editor
December 1, 2022
Senior Alex Lopez competes in IHSA Regionals Cross Country meet at Lincoln Park on Oct. 21.

2 cross country runners compete at state meet

Sahana Unni, Features Editor
November 14, 2022
The feminist themes in "House of the Dragon" are executed well through strong writing and cinematography.

Feminist themes shine in ‘House of the Dragon’

Sahana Unni, Features Editor
November 7, 2022
Before abortion became legal in the early 1970s, seven members of the Jane Collective were arrested for conspiracy to commit a felony after getting caught performing abortions. In total, around 11,000 women benefitted from this service.

From pre to post-Roe v. Wade

Sahana Unni, Features Editor
October 25, 2022
Features editor Sahana Unni argues that while Ken Griffin made a generous contribution to Lab, he shouldn't be honored in such an ironic way.

New auditorium name at odds with values

Sahana Unni, Features editor
September 28, 2022
After teaching for 32 years and starting Lab's sculpture program, Mirentxu Ganzarain retires to spend more time on her art. An exhibition of Ms. Ganzarain's mixed media work, titled "Humans, Spirits and Power," will be displayed in Gordon Parks Arts Hall starting June 3.

After Lab, teacher will pursue own art

Sahana Unni, Features Editor
June 2, 2022
Apps like Calm or Headspace can help people learn and practice meditation.

Meditation apps help relieve pandemic stress

Sahana Unni, Features Editor
May 19, 2022
Kate Sharma (played by Simone Ashley) and Anthony Bridgerton (played by Johnathan Baily) dance during an extravagant ball in Season 2, Episode 4 of “Bridgerton.”

‘Bridgerton’ effectively represents Indian culture

Sahana Unni, Features Editor
May 12, 2022
On March 7, Laboratory Schools Director Tori Jueds announced the tuition for the 2022-23 school year will increase by 5.5%.

2022-23 school year tuition to increase by 5.5%

Sahana Unni, Content Manager
May 2, 2022
After the fire department gave the "all clear," physics teacher Javier Saez de Adana flees the rain that started to fall.

Historic campus experiences unexpected fire alarm

Sahana Unni, Content Manager
April 13, 2022
Juniors gather around each other during an entire grade session at retreat. Some students were worried about contracting COVID-19 on retreat given that mask wearing was optional and several juniors were deemed close contacts.

Junior retreat experiences spark worry over COVID-19 cases

Sahana Unni, Content Manager
April 11, 2022
Florida's new so-called "Don't Say Gay" bill compromises the real goals of education, argues content manager Sahana Unni.

Curriculum should be guided by student needs rather than parents

Sahana Unni, Content Manager
March 28, 2022
Melody of passion: Maurice Neuman

Melody of passion: Maurice Neuman

Sahana Unni, Content Manager
March 28, 2022
The Biden administration has reinstated parts of the Obama administration's student nutrition policies for public schools. While private, many feel that U-High does not meet these nutritional standards.

Cafeteria food may sacrifice convenience for health

Sahana Unni, Content Manager
March 4, 2022
Sophomore William Zhang competes at the Great Lakes Fencing competition on Feb. 5. The boys saber team, consisting of William, sophomore Jacob Liu, and senior Jonathan Liu, won the Great Lakes Fencing Championship.

Fencing team wins Great Lakes Championship

Sahana Unni, Content Manager
February 14, 2022
While many teachers at Lab acknowledge students' preferred pronouns, transgender and genderqueer students expressed frustration with those that don't.

Pronoun problems: Students frustrated when teachers don’t use the right pronouns

Sahana Unni, Content Manager
February 1, 2022
As the wellness survey continues to change to meet the needs of the student body, it must differentiate among racial groups in order to better understand and address problems facing specific demographic groups, writes content manager Sahana Unni.

Wellness survey misrepresents racial profile of U-High student body

Sahana Unni, Content Manager
January 12, 2022
Students performed at the ILMEA District Festival, which took place Nov. 20.

Students perform at ILMEA District Festival

Sahana Unni, Content Manager
December 17, 2021

Current students, administration and faculty share future aspirations

Amy Ren and Sahana Unni
December 17, 2021
Legacy of Lab: 125 Years

Legacy of Lab: 125 Years

Peter Cox, Amy Ren, Sahana Unni, and William Tan
December 16, 2021
Student Council passed a bill dedicated to making Gordon Park Arts Hall more student-friendly. Student Council plans to bring student artwork, more tables and plants into the space.

Student Council passes decoration, feedback bills

Sahana Unni, Content Manager
December 16, 2021
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.

Wellness survey reveals areas of concern

Adrianna Nehme and Sahana Unni
December 15, 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.

Pumped up for pumpkin spice

Peter Cox, Audrey Park, Amy Ren, Téa Tamburo, and Sahana Unni
November 10, 2021
Mr. Onli stands in front of his collection in the Corvus Gallery in Gordon Parks Arts Hall.

Corvus Gallery showcases politically emblematic, self-expressive art

Sahana Unni, Content Manager
November 4, 2021
The U-High girls tennis team won the state championship over the three-day event from Oct. 21-23. Senior Emma Baker became the first girl at U-High to have won an individual state championship in tennis.

Girls tennis wins state championship

Sahana Unni, Content Manager
October 27, 2021
Anxiety-ridden student Evan Hansen stares off into the distance in his high school's hallway.

‘Dear Evan Hansen’ accurately portrays mental health struggles among teenagers

Sahana Unni, Reporter
October 7, 2021
The varsity volleyball team won the Independent School League championship for the first time since 2004.

Volleyball team wins ISL championship for first time in 17 years

Sahana Unni, Content Manager
October 6, 2021
Zara Baig, Asian Students' Association president, and Saul Arnow, Chicago Youth Science Journal co-president, promote their clubs on Sept. 17 during the first in-person club shopping since 2019.

Students crowd in Café Lab for first in-person club shopping since 2019

Sahana Unni, Reporter
September 23, 2021
No longer filled with large tables designed for student gathering, the school cafeteria looks very different this year. Students report that these physical changes have impacted the social dynamic previously associated with the space.

COVID Cafeteria: Precautions in Café Lab have changed eating environment

Sahana Unni, Reporter
May 27, 2021
The University of Chicago will require all students to be fully vaccinated before classes start this fall, but it has not been confirmed if this requirement will apply to the Laboratory Schools. 

University of Chicago announces COVID-19 vaccine requirement for students

Sahana Unni, Reporter
May 21, 2021
Juniors Benny Wild and Adler Wright sail on Lake Michigan on May 13 in preparation for their next regatta. The sailing team will compete May 15 in Cleveland to qualify for nationals.

Sailing team places first in Illinois State Championship

Sahana Unni, Reporter
May 14, 2021
Lucia Kouri (left), Peter Pu (center) and Berk Oto (right) were selected as the editors-in-chief for the 2021-22 academic year.

Midway editors selected for 2021-22 school year

Sahana Unni, Reporter
April 30, 2021
In the rush to return students to the classroom, those who have opted to remain online must not be forgotten, and their education must remain a priority, writes reporter Sahana Unni.

Teachers must remember to engage students choosing to remain online

Sahana Unni, Reporter
April 9, 2021
Netflix’s “Firefly Lane,” based on the titular novel by Kristin Hannah, chronicles the life of two teenage girls from the 1970s to the present.

‘Firefly Lane’ makes for endearing drama

Sahana Unni, Reporter
April 5, 2021
Activities planned by Student Council will introduce new students and ninth graders to Lab, while maintaining engagement with students who continue on distance learning.

Student Council welcomes back students with activities

Sahana Unni, Reporter
March 9, 2021
Both the varsity and junior varsity Science Olympiad teams ranked first at more than half of the events.

Science Olympiad team earns high rankings at invitational

Sahana Unni, Reporter
February 5, 2021
Both the varsity and junior varsity Science Olympiad teams ranked first at more than half of the events.

Science Olympiad team earn high rankings at virtual invitationals

Sahana Unni, Reporter
January 7, 2021
Fempowerment sells donated clothes to fundraise for the Chicago Alliance Against Racism and Political Repression.

Fempowerment holds thrift store to fundraise for civil liberties organization

Sahana Unni, Reporter
October 28, 2020
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