Southwest Shadow

The Instagram paradox

Cassie Valdez
February 3, 2017

The “finsta” trend has revealed many insecurities within people’s social media usage.

An Hour In … Algebra II

Cassie Valdez
January 31, 2017

After taking notes on rational functions, Algebra II students race to multiply fractional expressions.

Peace in the streets

Cassie Valdez
January 26, 2017

Last Saturday, people all around the world participated in the Women's March to advocate human rights. Fortunately, I was able to attend the local march.

Mauna Kea vs. the universe

Cassie Valdez
January 5, 2017

A dormant volcano engraved in generations' worth of ancient history is the spotlight of a controversy over a $1.4 billion telescope.

PRO/CON: Education through a new lens

Cassie Valdez
December 13, 2016

Cameras in classrooms don't equate to a "Big Brother"-esque experience but rather an opportunity to revolutionize education even further.

If I was privileged…

Cassie Valdez
December 2, 2016

Throughout my 16 years of living, I have noticed the impact of skin color in both my perception of the world and the world's perception of me.

Living off impulse

Cassie Valdez
November 6, 2016

Thinking before doing is often forgotten when making decisions.

The food prophecy

October 26, 2016

The expenses of leftovers is far more than a few dollars out of your wallet.

Life on rainbow road

Cassie Valdez
October 19, 2016

Inaccurate portrayals of the LGBTQ community lead individuals to a doomsday that will either end in a victory or a loss.

If I were a toy

Cassie Valdez
October 7, 2016

Imagine how it would be like if food was segregated by gender. See how ridiculous that would be? Now, why do we the same thing with toys?

Monday night rumble

Cassie Valdez
October 3, 2016

The presidential debate has been a controversial topic for many.

A fading identity

Cassie Valdez
September 23, 2016

The bond between American immigrant generations and their culture get lost in the process of growing up.