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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
Patrice Graham

Patrice Graham, Photographer

Patrice Graham is a managing editor of photojournalism and a member of the Class of 2023. His favorite part of photojournalism is completing an assignment in a place he hasn’t been before. Outside of photojournalism, he enjoys reading, working on his portfolio and hanging out with friends.

Awards:

2024 Columbia Scholastic Press Association Gold Circle Award: Certificate of merit (with William Tan, Gabriel Issa, Matthew McGehee, Kaden Moubayed, Matt Petres), photo story, “Photo Gallery: Raw reactions”

2023 National Scholastic Press Association Digital Story of the Year: Photo slideshow, second place

2023 Illinois All-State Journalism Team

2023 Scholastic Press Association of Chicago, sports photo: superior

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

2023 Illinois Journalism Education Association: Second place, sports photo, Photo gallery: Focused Faces (main photo)

2023 Illinois Journalism Education Association: Second place, multimedia story package (with Matt Petres), Video: Volunteers decorate South Side to spread holiday spirit

2023 Illinois Journalism Education Association: Second place, photo gallery or slideshow (with Victoria Washington and Audrey Matei, Kaden Moubayed, Henry Benton, Matthew McGehee, Ishani Hariprasad, Sarah Abdelsalam), Photos: ArtsFest 2023

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

All content by Patrice Graham
After crossing the finish line, sophomore Oliver Go catches his breath on Oct. 21.

[Photo] Photo gallery: Raw Reactions

William Tan, Editor-in-Chief
May 4, 2023
ROWS OF RED. As part of her project, “Redefining Redlining,” artist Amanda Williams planted 100,000 tulip bulbs in Washington Park to represent 21 demolished buildings. The display exhibits the impacts of redlining on the South Side and beyond.

[Photo] Seeing Red: Flower display presents impact of Chicago redlining

Audrey Matei, Arts Editor
May 1, 2023
Junior Jace Chen practices the discus throw. This season, Jace has been working alongside Field Coach Brandon Davis who began working with the track athletes in January.

[Photo] Field team expands with new coach

April 18, 2023
Junior Carter Chang, organizer of the mock meet, stands on the U-High outdoor track.

[Photo] Nonathletes can participate in mock meet to support community well-being, have fun

Amy Ren, Assistant Editor
April 5, 2023
The frequent, green-lighted patrol cars found in and around campus are intended to make the community feel safer, but some don't feel that they have the intended effect.

[Photo] Audio: UChicago security contractors serve as bandage to solution in community

Peter Cox and Audrey Park
March 29, 2023
To pursue his passion for baseball, Sohrab Rezei has bucked the typical college pathway for U-High students.

[Photo] Audio: Slugging the curveball — Sohrab Rezaei takes uncommon path to college baseball

Katie Sasamoto-Kurisu and Louis Auxenfans
March 24, 2023
Team CESMD_26, comprised of ninth graders Elsa Podzsus, Daniel Wu, Marie Hurley, Clara Blucher and Sophia Zheng, won the 2023 Hunt.

[Photo] Ninth-grade team CESMD_26 wins the Hunt

Amy Ren, Assistant Editor
March 3, 2023
Chicago artist Amanda Williams, a 1992 U-High alumna, speaks at the ArtsFest Opening Ceremony on March 1. Centering her projects on the complex issues of race, Ms. Williams’ work is recognizable by its colorful appearance.

[Photo] Photos: ArtsFest 2023

Victoria Washington and Audrey Matei
March 3, 2023
A Chicago resident boards a CTA bus, many city residents who take public transportation are struggling with heating their homes this winter.

FUTURE OF FOOD. Across Chicago, empty lots and neighborhood spaces are being revitalized into urban farms. For those who believe in environmental conservation, urban agrictulture produces healthy and sustainable options.

[Photo] Urban farming catalyzes sustainability

Amon Gray, Sports and Leisure Editor
March 3, 2023
Chicago’s brutal winter weather creates significant roadblocks for low-income households and communities the most.

[Photo] Chicago’s winter weather greatly impacts low-income residents

Ethan Swinger, Assistant Editor
March 2, 2023
Students walk on the campus of Kenwood Academy, one of the schools that participated in the Chicago mayoral survey organized by the Scholastic Press Association of Chicago and Northwestern University's Medill School of Journalism.

[Photo] Survey results prompt other schools to highlight mental health, school security issues

Peter Cox, City Life Editor
February 3, 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.

[Photo] Tattooed teens: Getting inkwork despite red tape

January 26, 2023
Maurice Neuman plays the cello during an orchestra concert on Dec. 15. Maurice will preform at the Illinois All-State Music Ensemble on Jan. 28 at the Illinois Music Educators Conference in Peoria.

[Photo] U-High students to perform at Illinois All-State Music Ensemble

Xander Feigenbaum, Reporter
January 25, 2023
After spending four years as the lead plaintiff in a federal discrimination lawsuit, senior Lorelei Deakin continues to advocate for disabled students.

[Photo] Accessibility advocate: Student reflects on fight for disability rights in published book

Louis Auxenfans, News Editor
January 30, 2023
SWAPPING IDEAS. David Ren, a junior, tilts his phone to share a thought with junior Lincoln Richardson. Despite discussing controversial topics, Political Discourse Club leaders try to maintain a space where people can debate without fear of being censured for their ideas. David Ren is a student in Beginning Journalism and was not involved in reporting for this story.

[Photo] Club embraces conflict, conversation

William Tan, Editor-in-Chief
January 25, 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.

[Photo] Tattooed teens: Getting inkwork despite red tape

Sahana Unni, Features Editor
January 26, 2023
Senior Lorelei Deakin, a disability rights activist, holds up her published book, “Tomorrow Begins Now: Teen Heroes Who Faced Down Injustice.”

Video: Volunteers decorate South Side to spread holiday spirit

Matt Petres and Patrice Graham
December 16, 2022
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[Photo] Light up the season with city’s holiday activities

Téa Tamburo, Editor-in-Chief
December 8, 2022
DEDICATED DESIGNER: In a homemade outfit, Martin Oliver sews his own clothes. Martin acquired the material for the striped shirt from working on costume design and said the garment is one of his favorite pieces he has made recently. The purple velvet featured in his vest was made by cutting up a robe he got at a flea market. Martin said that making clothes has helped him grow confidence.

[Photo] Students sew for self-expression

Clare O'Connor, Editor-in-Chief
December 6, 2022
Senior Maile Nacu throws a kick into the air. Maile trains in karate at the top level four to five times a week. She is a part of her family's Enso Karate school.

[Photo] Maile Nacu applies skills and values of karate to everyday life

Victoria Washington, Audience Engagement Manager
November 29, 2022
At the Apostolic Faith Church, a staff member stocks food products in preparation for the food pantry which will be held on Nov. 15-16.

[Photo] Helping hand: Bronzeville church gives back for Thanksgiving

Katie Sasamoto-Kurisu, Assistant Editor
November 16, 2022
A statement was released to Laboratory Schools Director Tori Jueds and U-High Principal Paul Beekmeyer by student members of five affinity clubs, demanding that they address hate speech at school and posted on social media.

[Photo] Identity groups demand community address hate speech

Téa Tamburo, Editor-in-Chief
November 16, 2022
Senior Alex Lopez competes in IHSA Regionals Cross Country meet at Lincoln Park on Oct. 21.

[Photo] 2 cross country runners compete at state meet

Sahana Unni, Features Editor
November 14, 2022
Senior Corona Chen takes a swing during a match against Regina Dominican High School on September 15. Corona and two of her teammates qualified for the IHSA state championship.

[Photo] Girls tennis season wrap-up: team placed fifth at state

November 1, 2022
A customer enjoys his food at a table at Daisys Po’ Boy. The resturant, which opened this summer, is an homage to classic New Orleans sandwich cuisine.

[Photo] Restaurant offers upscale Gulf Coast food

Audrey Matei, Arts Editor
October 25, 2022
Ninth grader Daniel Chang poses with his driver. He cannot compete on the team in his first year at U-High due to temporarily enrolling at Naperville North High School and their golf team after the school year started. Daniel was recently ranked third in Illinois for the Class of 2026 following recent tournaments.

[Photo] Golfer among top in state not allowed on team

September 28, 2022
Zara Baig, president of the Asian Students' Association, shouts at the top of her lungs in Café Lab to encourage students to sign up for ASA. Besides the annual club shopping fair in the cafeteria, clubs could also advertise themselves with a 30-second video during the assembly period.

[Photo] Club shopping changes outreach format

Chloe Alexander, Reporter
September 19, 2022
After two shootings in the same weak near the golf team's practices in Jackson Park, the team will now only practice at the Harborside International Golf Center.

[Photo] After two shootings near course, golf team practices relocated

Clare McRoberts, Reporter
September 16, 2022
Senior Edward Christensen performs “Praeludium and Allegro” on violin.

[Photo] 156 seniors graduate as ceremony returns to Rockefeller Chapel

Téa Tamburo, Editor-in-Chief
June 9, 2022
William Tan, Louis Auxenfans and Serena Thomas have been recognized for their history documentary. Also, Dr. Cynthia Jurisson, second from left, earned the Illinois National History Day Governor's Award.

[Photo] Student history documentary will be showcased at Smithsonian

Amy Ren, Reporter
June 7, 2022
Senior Sid Shah advanced to the quarterfinals during this year's state competition.

[Photo] Boys tennis team places fifth in state championship

Peter Cox, City Life Editor
June 2, 2022
English department chair Mark Krewatch gives an award to junior Amy Ren.

[Photo] Event celebrating U-High writers returns after pandemic delays

Zara Siddique, Reporter
June 2, 2022
This year's Eunice McGuire contest will be open to all juniors and features a $1,880 scholarship prize.

[Photo] English department broadens scope of annual contest

Ethan Swinger, Assistant Editor
May 23, 2022
Apps like Calm or Headspace can help people learn and practice meditation.

[Photo] Meditation apps help relieve pandemic stress

Sahana Unni, Features Editor
May 19, 2022
Spanish Teacher Kimberly Alligood lectures a class of students.

[Photo] New class gives opportunity for heritage speakers to learn Spanish

Joaquin Figueroa, Reporter
May 9, 2022
In a game against Jones College Prep on April 26, junior Sohrab Rezaei throws a pitch on University of Chicago’s J. Kyle Anderson Field.

[Photo] Photo gallery: Focused Faces

Chloe Ma and Amy Ren
May 12, 2022
Paintings hang on the walls. New art rotates through the gallery often.

[Photo] Hidden gem of Hyde Park provides space for South Side to connect through appreciation of art, music

Krishita Dutta, Arts Co-Editor
May 12, 2022
BSA member Michael Ewing watches club president Tech Nix write on the whiteboard during one of the club's meetings.

[Photo] BSA evolves to become a club with shared identities, experiences

Audrey Matzke, Reporter
May 4, 2022
Envirothon coach Daniel Calleri speaks to members Akshay Badlani and Tyler Turek during practice.

[Photo] Envirothon team qualifies for state

Chloe Alexander, Reporter
April 29, 2022
Latin teacher Frances Spaltro receives applause at the Unsung Heroes brunch in Ida Noyes Hall on April 21.

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

Sophie Baker, Reporter
April 27, 2022
From left to right, juniors Sarah Abdelsalam, Noori Zaki, Samara Arain, Myra Malkić and Zaria Ahsan speak at a panel during the Muslim Students Association's Ramadan Ramp Up event April 7.

[Photo] Audio: Designated room offers students break from school struggles while fasting for Ramadan

Caroline Hohner, Features Editor
April 25, 2022
TASTING TRADITION. Areen Khan organizes prepared dinners at the end of the Ramadan Ramp Up event. The event, which took place on April 7, was hosted by MSA and featured student leaders of the club, who explained the significance of Ramadan in the Muslim faith and how it is practiced.

[Photo] Ramadan’s return: Observant students balance work and tradition

Anathea Carrigan, Managing Editor
April 11, 2022
In January, the College Board announced that starting in 2024, the SAT will undergo a series of changes, such as adopting a virtual format and allowing calculators for the entire math section.

[Photo] Lab community reacts to SAT changes

Lucia Kouri, Editor-in-Chief
March 1, 2022
Two students play the daily Wordle puzzle side-by-side. Wordle is a web app game that gives users six chances to guess a new five letter word everyday. The game’s competitive and collective nature has made it a smash-hit among U-High students and teachers.

[Photo] Wordle game makes word waves at U-High

Audrey Matei, Content Manager
February 9, 2022
A Hyde Park jerk staple, Uncle Joe's Jerk Grilled Chicken offers quality chicken at the cost of a long wait time.

[Photo] Don’t be a jerk, but consider some for takeout

Noa Appelbaum, Joaquin Figueroa, and Téa Tamburo
January 27, 2022
Students performed at the ILMEA District Festival, which took place Nov. 20.

[Photo] Students perform at ILMEA District Festival

Sahana Unni, Content Manager
December 17, 2021
During a meet at Gerald Ratner Athletic Center against Lake Forest Academy on Dec. 1, junior Austin Kim dives in for the Varsity 50 free. The swimming and diving team has their next meet on Dec. 29 for the Highland Park Invite.

[Photo] Winter sports return in full swing

Joaquin Figueroa, Reporter
December 15, 2021
SET board's submission box located in Sherry Lansing theater.

[Photo] SET board seeks student submissions for next theater production

Krishita Dutta, Arts Co-Editor
November 18, 2021
Members of the Soccer Viewing Club discuss their fantasy soccer drafts.

[Photo] Club provides relaxing space to watch, discuss soccer

Milo Platz-Walker, Reporter
November 2, 2021
The debate team participated virtually in the Iowa Caucus Oct. 29 and the University of Michigan Debate Tournament Nov. 4.

[Photo] Debate team succeeds despite virtual challenges

Audrey Park, Assistant Editor
October 18, 2021
The Model UN team had a strong showing during a training conference Oct. 2.

[Photo] Model UN team starts season strong

Louis Auxenfans, Assistant Editor
October 18, 2021
U-High’s first floor boys bathroom is decorated with items such as candles, flowers and books.

[Photo] Students decorate U-High’s first floor boys bathroom

Chloe Ma, Reporter
October 5, 2021
Students scroll through their “For You” pages: never-ending streams of videos curated by TikTok’s algorithm. While the algorithm can bring help members of a community or fanbase together, it can just as easily create isolated “echo chambers.”

[Photo] Split-Tok: Algorithm boxes students in “sides” of TikTok

Lucia Kouri, Editor-In-Chief
September 30, 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
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