Album Review – Rihanna ‘Talk that Talk’
Jordan Sutton, A&E Editor
December 16, 2011
Rihanna has evolved from a Caribbean beauty with upbeat and infectious urban sounds to the darker side of R&B. Even though her music has been classified as dance music in the past, Rihanna has a new edgy sound in her newest album “Talk That Talk.” Her previous album “Good Girl Gone Bad”... Read more »
Guitar project moves to next phase
Rochelle Mae Ruiz, Staff Writer
December 12, 2011
In order to learn basic fabrication and gain experience within the Entertainment Engineering industry, SWCTA Entertainment Engineering juniors are continuing their work on designing and building electric guitars in their Industrial Fabrications class. They are currently in the process of painting the... Read more »
Santa Claus goes modern in ‘Arthur Christmas’
Jordan Sutton, Arts & Entertainment Editor
December 11, 2011
Santa Claus is coming to town in one of the best movies this holiday! “Arthur Christmas” is the answer to every child’s question: how does Santa deliver all those presents on Christmas Eve? Director Sarah Smith invites audiences to a heartwarming experience with her funny, yet uplifting, film about... Read more »
New college center assists senior classmen
Angelina Marcee, Copy Editor
December 11, 2011
A college center is now available for all students on campus. This was established in order to inform students about the different college procedures like how to register for scholarships, financial aid, or admissions. “I am thankful for the college center because it really helped me think about my... Read more »
‘Hash House A-Go-Go’ serves up big portions
Nadia Manivong, Staff Writer
December 11, 2011
“Darn tootin, have you seen the size of those darn platters?” You do not have to necessarily talk like a southerner to appreciate that the farmhouse theme is alive and well at Hash House A-Go-Go. Serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner, Hash House A-Go-Go is perfect for any time of the day. As I... Read more »
HOSA coat drive helps children in need
June Santos, Staff Writer
December 11, 2011
On Nov. 28, HOSA began their annual coat drive to benefit children in need of coats and winter attire for the upcoming winter season. Coats, mittens, scarves, and hats will be accepted until Dec. 14. “I really think that this coat drive is a great idea. Since I don’t need all those small coats and... Read more »
Student council head to ‘Pump it Up’ for winter retreat
Angelina Marcee, Copy Editor
December 8, 2011
On Dec. 15, 2011, SWCTA’s Student Council will hold their annual winter retreat. The purpose of this retreat is to help the members learn more about one another and to help make the council stronger as a group. This year, the retreat will be held both at the school and Pump it Up, a private warehouse... Read more »
Journalism students will gift wrap to raise conference funds
Bserat Ghebremicael, Assistant Editor-in-Chief
December 8, 2011
On Dec. 10, Journalism II students will be gift wrapping items for the Las Vegas community near the Boca Park center, inside the REI sports store. “I’m excited to do this fundraiser because it’s sort of original. Not many organizations do it and it’s going to be so much fun wrapping while bonding... Read more »
Illuminated gloves create new dance form
April Bitanga, Features Editor
December 6, 2011
New types of dances are created everyday, but only some become a true art form. “Gloving” is the newest craze to catch the interest of our society. This type of dancing originated from glow-sticking during the 1990s rave era. It has evolved over the years, focusing solely on the movements of fingers,... Read more »
Holiday fun across the valley
Marina Triplett, Executive Section Editor
December 5, 2011
As the Christmas season quickly approaches, there are many “must see events” in the Las Vegas Valley for you and your family to take advantage of this month. Opportunity Village’s Magical Forest Walk through Opportunity Village’s Magical Forest for holiday family bonding. In this forest,... Read more »
