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West Side Story

The student news source of Iowa City West High

West Side Story

The student news source of Iowa City West High

West Side Story

What does a modern Snow White in the 21st century look like exactly?

The snow-white apple of our eyes

Nicole Lee, Opinion Editor September 7, 2023

It came as a surprise to no one when Disney announced the current production of a live-action remake of the 1937 animated classic “Snow White and the Seven Dwarves” to be released in March of 2024....

Feelings of despair and confusion fill those in Sudan as the already struggling country turns into a battlefield.

Opinion: The world needs to take action for the people of Sudan

Reem Kirja, Print Profiles Editor June 6, 2023

Hiding in a school corner, gunshots make my ears bleed. Tanks rumble on the ground—a cold body near me. I don’t know what’s going on. I don’t know why they’re killing us. All I know is that I’m...

Behind the glorified facade of the picture-perfect life, South Korean celebrity culture pumps out idols like dolls in a factory.

Culture clash

Nicole Lee, Opinion Editor June 2, 2023

*Trigger warning: The following content contains mentions of suicide* Fame and fortune. The hypothetical dream no one ever really wants to touch. We all daydream about it— the idea of becoming an...

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Ranking 2023 fashion trends

Jules Keranen, Entertainment Editor June 2, 2023

Trend cycles are always coming in and out of style and with social media effectively speeding up how fast trends are recycled, it’s a huge year for the fashion industry.  Covid is partially to blame...

Unplanned

Unplanned

Waad Dafalla, WSS Intern June 1, 2023

I hate getting up from bed after hours of scrolling on my phone. I feel clammy and guilty, wrapped up underneath my blanket. I tear myself apart as I look down at my laptop screen and see the Netflix tab...

West High should be more knowledgable about consent.

Saying no

WSS Editorial Board May 31, 2023

Editorial Disclaimer: This is an editorial. While based on facts, its purpose is to share conclusions and opinions derived by the WSS Editorial Board. Why did this happen to me? When can I be okay?...

While it is stereotypical to hate high school, finding joy in cheesy, cliche, moments make it a bit more enjoyable.

A love letter to West High

Camille Gretter, Online Editor-In-Chief May 26, 2023

Dear West High, Being the youngest of three daughters, I grew up with a pretty good understanding of what high school would be like and came into it with the knowledge that it was normal not to love...

Met Gala: Top 15 best dressed

Met Gala: Top 15 best dressed

Sila Duran, Print Assistant Design Editor May 26, 2023

In case you don’t know, the annual Met Gala is a gathering of celebrities to raise money for the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costume Institute and is easily the single biggest night for fashion. With...

The West Side Story seniors write about experiences in life before or during high school. Whether it is trees or a parking lot horror story, the tales are endless.

Senior Columns 2023

WSS May 26, 2023

Using the same algorithm will always get you the same result that people are tired of seeing.

Trigonometry of love

Nicole Lee, Opinion Editor May 24, 2023

A necessary evil for what is arguably one of the most popular genres of entertainment out there: romance. You’ve seen the movies. You’ve read the books. Maybe you’ve even witnessed it in real life....

Gabriella Esch 23 started using mobility aids her junior year of high school.

Yes, I can walk

Gabriella Esch, Guest Columnist May 11, 2023
Gabriella Esch ’23 reflects on her experiences using mobility aids at West High.
Feelings of despair and confusion fill those in Sudan as the already struggling country turns into a battlefield.

Guest column: Jinann’s Visit to Palestine

Jinann Abudagga, WSS student May 11, 2023

Due to the apartheid state of Israel, people living in Palestine exchange their freedom for safety. When I went to Palestine this winter break, I witnessed Israelis and their allies’ unjust treatment...

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