Imagine you wake up in the morning and open your Instagram, Youtube, or Twitter feed to see your name trending across all platforms, thousands of people calling you out, tagging you in harsh comments....

“I can’t focus on what my teacher is saying because I’m thinking about school shootings.” This was a statement made by a friend during a conversation about school security. As we continued to...

While confined in the windowless prison that is Northwest Junior High, I set goals for my high school career. Ms. Ellis, the health teacher, had asked us to make a goal card that presumably we would keep...

Samuel Little is the worst serial killer in American history. According to the FBI he murdered at least 61 people and possibly up to 93. Samuel Little is not an evil genius. His highest level of education...

When one pictures everyday life at an American public high school, quintessential trends of adolescence come to mind. One may reminisce on the unique fashion from the past or the academic-related stress...

The library here at West High is celebrating banned or challenged books by putting up a display with various books that have been banned. This list includes books such as “To Kill A Mockingbird” by...

There is something horrifically compelling about a story focused around 9/11. It both entices as every experience is different, and is similar to the old adage; 'so horrible you can't look away'. The events...

You walk into the movie theater and the smell of buttery popcorn fills the air; shushes and whispers fill your ears as you take your seat. The trailers finish and finally, the movie begins. You look up...

Gary Barta was hired as the new athletic director (AD) for the University of Iowa on Aug. 1, 2006. On Aug. 7, 2019 the University gave him a $3.35 million extension to keep him at the University until...

Iowa City can feel like a small town, but from a business standpoint there are over 200 shops, restaurants and cafes in the area. Amongst these places, a few hidden gems are scattered throughout the Iowa...

If you’ve been following sports news, you know that the FIFA 2019 Women’s World Cup matches began in France on June 6 and the match for world champion took place Sunday, July 7. In that game, the United...