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The Student News Site of University of Chicago Laboratory High School

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Sahana Unni

Sahana Unni, Features Editor

Sahana Unni is the features editor and a member of the Class of 2024. She began journalism as a ninth grader in the 2020-21 school year and has since appreciated the exposure to different ideas and perspectives. Outside of journalism, Sahana spends her time creative writing and reading.

Awards:

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

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
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 Chicagos 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 dont 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 Sandersons 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 shouldnt 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 Labs sculpture program, Mirentxu Ganzarain retires to spend more time on her art. An exhibition of Ms. Ganzarains 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
Floridas new so-called Dont 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 administrations 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 dont.

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 schools 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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