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During my years of obsessive marveling, I mastered the art of palm-drawings to the point where I wanted them to permanently linger on my skin.  Photo Credit: Matthew Nedelcu

Crazy (horoscope) lady

November 30, 2014
Making a daily ritual out of horoscope reading is a dangerous activity.
The positives to look at provide me the annual joy I have when planning for the festive holidays.  There is no worry of having a frown when debating over what flavor of pie to indulge in.
Photo credit: Josh Dalton

Finding appreciation in the rough

November 26, 2014
Holidays are meant to appreciate what you have.
With a simple glance at my bedroom walls, it is plain to see the extent of my love for various mediums. 
Photo Credit: Amne Thomad

Healthy Fanaticism

November 23, 2014
Being a fan can be a fun experience, as long as it does not keep you from seeing the bigger picture.
After publishing their reviews for the week, Althea Gevero, Jasmine Phat, Anjelika Carson and Nikki Molina share their top picks from the arts and entertainment world. Songs, app/video games, movie trailers and videos are only among the many categories that are featured in this weekly installment.

4 Choices by 4 Voices

November 22, 2014
This week, our four voices deal with heartbreak through song, prepare to fight the Capitol once again, play our favorite games in a whole new light, and relax to mellow tunes of love.
Illustration: Andrea Galvan

Sibling Rivalry: Optimism

November 21, 2014
In this week's Sibling Rivalry, Amanda and Andrea debate if it’s better to have a positive outlook or accept reality.
Although some do not enjoy reading, I consider myself to develop a passion, and therefore a talent for reading.  Photo Credit: Jen Chiang

Hard work, talent: a pow-wow

November 21, 2014
Some are math people, while others are English people, but despite that, an individual can still excel.
The use of technology to aid homework is a beneficial resource.  Photo Credit: Matthew Nedelcu

Death of the poster board

Alex Nedelcu
November 13, 2014
The 'Bring your own Device' revolution is benefitting scholastic advancement.
Generously filled pages of aspirations and desires occupy my spare notebooks as well as my mind. 
Photo Credit: Summer Thomad

Never content

November 13, 2014
Whether I’m happy or sad, I often find it difficult to be fully content with anything.
Having a thinner body figure often strikes criticism when in comparison to more curvy assets. 
Photo credit: Amanda Galvan

To love thyself, attack another

November 10, 2014
Promoting confidence should not require putting down others.
Illustrator: Amanda Galvan

Sibling Rivalry: Summer vs. Fall

November 7, 2014
This week, Amanda and Andrea debate if cold weather is superior to warm weather.
A high school friendship can have many ups and downs, but I am certain that the adventures shared are worth every second.  Photo Credit: Jorge Carrera

(Un)predictable friendships

November 7, 2014
“Count your blessings” has been a notable quotation so far during my senior year.
After publishing their reviews for the week, Althea Gevero, Jasmine Phat, Anjelika Carson and Nikki Molina share their top picks from the arts and entertainment world. Songs, app/video games, movie trailers and videos are only among the many categories that are featured in this weekly installment.

4 Choices by 4 Voices

November 7, 2014
This week, our four voices explore the reaches of space, the alternative sides of music and art expressions, as well as revisit a common childhood favorite.