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
Christian Gluth

Christian Gluth, Sports and Leisure Editor

Christian Gluth began working on the Midway staff as a freshman in Beginning Journalism in the 2018-19 school year. He is the current Sports Editor. His favorite part of being on the staff is being able to be a part of a team and learn a lot about the school and its community while doing so. He is on the soccer team and plays the guitar. His favorite show is "Breaking Bad."

Awards:

2020 Columbia Scholastic Press Association Gold Circle Awards: Second Place, Sports News (with Ella Beiser and Nicky Edwards-Levin), “First Time for First Place”

2020 Illinois Journalism Education Association: First place, sports news story (with Ella Beiser, Nicky Edwards-Levin), Boys soccer team places first at state

2020 Illinois Journalism Education Association: First place, sports feature, Esports proves growing and successful industry

2019 Columbia Scholastic Press Association Gold Circle Awards: First place, sports commentary, “Colleges Need to Pay Athletes”

2020 Illinois Journalism Education Association: Second place, single-page story package (with Nicky Edwards-Levin), 96.5 p11 Sports on Screens

2019 Illinois Journalism Education Association: First place, sports commentary

All content by Christian Gluth
Junior Carly Penn passes between two players from Francis Parker on May 21. After a 4-0 win, the girls won the Independent School League title.

Girls soccer team wins ISL title

Christian Gluth, Reporter
June 4, 2021
Brian Hewlett will become Lab’s executive director of finance and operations beginning July 1.

Hewlett appointed to permanent role leading finance, operations

Christian Gluth, Reporter
May 28, 2021
There is a continuous debate about which star basketball player, Michael Jordan or LeBron James, deserves the title of Greatest of All Time, or GOAT.

GOAT: Michael Jordan or LeBron James?

Christian Gluth, Reporter
May 21, 2021
Without fair competition and opportunity, professional soccer is not entertaining, writes reporter Christian Gluth.

Future of soccer threatened by higher-level mismanagement

Christian Gluth, Reporter
May 11, 2021
Spectrum hosts a bake sale during 2019.

[Photo] Spectrum co-presidents discuss LGBTQ+ identity at Lab

Caledonia Abbey, Reporter
April 23, 2021
With the beginning of spring and weather warming up, outside activities are beginning to be more appealing. Exhausted by the concrete streets and buildings, hiking spots near Chicago provide a good option to get a breath of fresh air while exploring greenery and wildlife.

Five Chicagoland hiking spots for spring

Christian Gluth, Sports Editor
April 16, 2021
Because social media has given people a platform to control the lives of others through an overwhelming mob mentality, this power should come with a greater practice of ethics, and to implement them we need to show tolerance toward mistakes when necessary, writes sports editor Christian Gluth.

Users should show more tolerance and support on social media

Christian Gluth, Sports Editor
March 17, 2021
Students may purchase sweatshirts for $45 by submitting a Google form.

Committee sells sweatshirts to fundraise for prom

Christian Gluth, Sports Editor
February 17, 2021
The PlayStation 5 (left) and Xbox Series X (right) were released Nov. 10 and Nov. 12 respectively to mark the launch of a new generation of gaming. Ever since the two consoles have been in high demand for their new games and capabilities and consumers have struggled to get ahold of them.

Try these next gen video games over winter break

Berk Oto and Christian Gluth
December 17, 2020
“Phasmophobia,” created by Kinetic Games for PC and virtual reality, is a thrilling, multiplayer, ghost-hunting game in which players are put into an empty first-person environment along with up to four players to search and collect information on ghosts.

‘Phasmophobia’ offers chillingly immersive horror experience

Christian Gluth, Sports Editor
December 7, 2020
Members of Robotics Club work in Café Lab to build robots.

Robotics holds meeting in person to collaborate on projects

Christian Gluth, Sports Editor
November 11, 2020
Sophomore Corona Chen, focused, prepares to swing her racket at the ball in a home match against Lake Forest.

Girls tennis team finds success during challenging, unconventional season

Christian Gluth, Sports Editor
November 3, 2020
The Laboratory Schools have extended Thanksgiving break two extra days in hopes of further recharging the well-being of students and faculty. The break will span the entire week of Nov. 23-27 rather than just the final three days.

Thanksgiving break extended to span entire week

Christian Gluth, Sports Editor
October 3, 2020
U-Highs cross country team runs across Midway Plaisance Park to practice in the fall 2019 season. Cross country is one of the sports that will continue to run practices this fall.

U-High athletics teams adjust practices, postpone seasons to comply with new regulations

Christian Gluth, Sports Editor
September 6, 2020
Fans should be allowed to attend games if they are willing to face the risk according to sports editor Christian Gluth.

‘Friendly Confines,’ not confined to home: It’s time for fans to return to stands

Christian Gluth, Sports Editor
June 2, 2020
While separated, teen orchestras and other non-school musical groups are finding ways to still make music through audio editing, video conferencing.

Teen musicians improvise virtual ways to practice their music in groups

Christian Gluth, Sports Editor
May 21, 2020
Many student athletes are having a hard time working out and staying motivated through the pandemic.

[Photo] On the bench: Athletes face difficulty practicing their sport, staying motivated

Colin Leslie, Reporter
May 20, 2020
The Last Dance is streaming now on Netflix and ESPN.

‘The Last Dance’ perfectly captures mystique of Chicago Bulls dynasty

Christian Gluth, Sports Editor
May 13, 2020
Seniors hold signs at the climate strike in 2019. While not able to maintain a close distance, many activist clubs are finding ways to take their issues online.

Clubs with activist mission find ways to make a difference

Christian Gluth, Assistant Editor
May 8, 2020
Tiger King a weird, wild zoo of personalities

“Tiger King” a weird, wild zoo of personalities

Christian Gluth, Assistant Editor
April 13, 2020
STAND FOR CHICAGO. An 80-foot tall mural looms over the British International School soccer field in the South Loop on the back of the Roosevelt Collection. The artist, Max Sansing, sought to “represent Chicago youth” with his artwork. According to the Fire, the mural will stay up for at least three years.

Relocated, revamped and reignited: Chicago Fire FC rises from the ashes

Christian Gluth, Assistant Editor
March 10, 2020
Quick Q: Winter Sports

Quick Q: Winter Sports

Christian Gluth, Assistant Editor
February 20, 2020
Spectrum hosts bake sale to donate to LGBTQ+ organizations

Spectrum hosts bake sale to donate to LGBTQ+ organizations

Christian Gluth, Assistant Editor
February 4, 2020
Leo Mehring-Keller, sophomore, plays Overwatch on his gaming console at home. He is one of many gamers who contribute to the multi-billion dollar industry of esports.

Esports proves growing and successful industry

Christian Gluth, Assistant Editor
January 16, 2020
SNOW ROYALTY. Junior Naomi Corlette dances a duet with Marcus Tian, a senior at Jones College Prep. The two have been rehearsing since early October along with many other U-High and Chicagoland students. The performance premieres Dec. 13 at 10 a.m. Naomi, who began her dance career at age 3, has had the Snow Queen role in mind for many years, and strives to be a role model for younger dancers.

Lab students bond through “The Nutcracker”

Christian Gluth, Assistant Editor
December 5, 2019
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[Photo] School-wide lockdown drill reminds students of danger

Abe Callard, Reporter
November 19, 2019
POLITICS GET PERSONAL. “The Politician,” a comical new Netflix show, describes the process of student government elections for a driven and competent student politician played by Ben Platt.

New political Netflix show proves amusing, satirical

Christian Gluth, Assistant Editor
November 5, 2019
SNAGGING THE STATE TITLE. The boys soccer team celebrates after winning state final game against Marquette Catholic High School 2-1 on Nov. 2. After being down a goal in the first half, the Maroons answered with goals from Stanley Shapiro and Alex Bal. In the semifinal game Nov. 1, the Maroons beat North Shore Country Day School 3-0.

Boys soccer team places first at state

Nicky Edwards-Levin, Christian Gluth, and Ella Beiser
November 2, 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
New Hall of Fame to honor significant athletic contribution

New Hall of Fame to honor significant athletic contribution

Christian Gluth, Assistant Editor
September 24, 2019
Title IX coordinator on leave; new contacts take place

Title IX coordinator on leave; new contacts take place

Christian Gluth, Midway Reporter
September 17, 2019
Students play at one of the many activities offered at the 50th annual Rites of May celebration. A community gathering that takes place every year, students, teachers and parents all help to organize and set it up.

Rites of May offers community, chance for fun

Peter Pu and Christian Gluth
May 20, 2019
Semesters implementation group established

Semesters implementation group established

Christian Gluth, Midway Reporter
May 9, 2019
Global Issues Club hosts blood drive

Global Issues Club hosts blood drive

Christian Gluth, Midway Reporter
April 18, 2019
Colleges need to pay athletes for their commitment

Colleges need to pay athletes for their commitment

Christian Gluth, Midway Reporter
March 14, 2019

Math team ranks high in Illinois Math League

Christian Gluth, Midway Reporter
February 16, 2019
MUN hopes win will provide momentum

MUN hopes win will provide momentum

Christian Gluth
November 12, 2018
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