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The art of self-expression

The art of self-expression

March 11, 2013

by Audrey Hopewell For a lucky few, artistic talent and self expression come easily. For others, not so much. Luckily, West High has a bevy of talent, artistic and otherwise. These videos showcase the...

Arts and entertainment for your spring break

Arts and entertainment for your spring break

March 11, 2013

Stuck in Iowa City for all of Spring Break? Lucky for you, the WSS has plenty of ideas to keep you busy for all nine days. Apoorva Raikwar '14 demonstrates how to make a sequin collar in a few simple...

West Chorale to perform

West Chorale to perform

March 6, 2013

Photo used with permission from Wayne Johnson, Main Street Studio By Juliann Skarda The Iowa City West High Chorale will be performing with the prestigious Luther College Nordic Choir on March 8....

Teacher profile: Jeff Conner

WSSIntern March 4, 2013

By Jaeho Lee Jeff Connor is a first-year chemistry teacher and former West High student. Find out why chemistry is his passion and why he thinks science should matter to all students. Parov Stelar's...

India Association of Iowa City Harvest Festival 2013

WSSIntern March 4, 2013

By Valerie Hsieh Photos and interviews from the third Annual India Association of Iowa City Harvest Festival. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7hP0TAlRFzQ&feature=youtube_gdata

Artist profile: Hannah Song ’16

WSSIntern March 4, 2013

by Kelsey Keranen A brief interview with student artist Hannah Song, '16

“Stopping by woods on a snowy evening” photostory

WSSIntern March 4, 2013

By Megan Kann Check out Robert Frost's poem "Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening" with pictures by Megan Kann of the winter of 2012-2013. http://youtu.be/H6abezcAz04

Plato’s Closet review

WSSIntern March 4, 2013

By Grace Young A review of Plato's Closet, a recently-opened consignment store in Iowa City. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jaFpVKo-BP0&feature=youtube_gdata

The true meaning of Goodwill

WSSIntern March 4, 2013

By: Apoorva Raikwar Goodwill is the place to buy clothes, furniture and other odds and ends at low prices, but it also provides jobs for people with disabilities in the community.

A day in the life: show choir

March 4, 2013

By Micah Otterbein A day at Benton: a trip with the West High show choirs. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lkbVJ_eaQ9U

How to: make a braided headband

WSSIntern February 21, 2013

By Jaycie Weathers A step-by-step guide to make a braided headband with Emily Hollingworth '15. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MCzGI5lYlMk&feature=youtube_gdata

Nightlife in downtown Iowa City

WSSIntern February 21, 2013

By Meredith Cullen Many West High students enjoy spending time in downtown Iowa City amongst the tasty shops and diverse culture. Some find downtown even more exciting at night with the opportunity...

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