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Southwest Shadow

Southwest Shadow
Choosing Music: Meet Zoe Rawlins

Choosing Music: Meet Zoe Rawlins

January 24, 2025
Zoe Rawlins started her musical journey learning the cello and piano and sees a long journey ahead
Local Musician: Meet Leo Amend

Local Musician: Meet Leo Amend

January 22, 2025
Doing everything that he can to make his dream of becoming a musician come true.
Dual Language: Meet Ashley Gonzalez

Dual Language: Meet Ashley Gonzalez

January 20, 2025
Ashley Gonzalez struggled to connect with others as a fluent Spanish speaker.
Sticker Booked: Meet Janica Zamora

Sticker Booked: Meet Janica Zamora

January 18, 2025
Janica's sticker collection tells her story with images of her life experiences
Out on the ice during a college game, video production teacher Ernesto Zita runs up and down the ice ensuring a fair game. Zita served as a ref for a JV match at the City National Rink in Vegas earlier last month. “My favorite part of my job is when the game starts and I’m able to focus on the game; focus on what's happening on the ice,” Zita said. “I like that high tension, I thrive in environments like that.”

Lifelong Hockey Ref: Ernesto Zita

Calahan Davis, Staff Writer
January 16, 2025
Dedicated referee and Video Production teacher discusses his fervor for hockey
On an Artistic Journey: Meet Isabella Costa

On an Artistic Journey: Meet Isabella Costa

January 16, 2025
Art serves as a crucial creative outlet for Isabella, whether it's cartoonist anime styles, serene landscapes, or striking fashion statements.
Two Countries: Meet Karmen Cao

Two Countries: Meet Karmen Cao

January 14, 2025
Karmen Cao shares her unique perspective of having split her childhood between two different countries.
Friendship Maker: Meet Jazlinne Garcia

Friendship Maker: Meet Jazlinne Garcia

January 13, 2025
Friendships made freshman Jazlinne Garcia the person she is today
During his training, sophomore Carter Sims spends the afternoon reviewing game strategies and focusing on his mental preparedness. “A hockey game is about two things: your mental game, and your knowledge,” Sims said. “Those are the two most important things in this game.”

Speeding Through The Ice: Meet Carter Sims

Isabella Sandoval, Staff Writer
December 17, 2024
The icy floor feels like home to Carter Sims.
Demonstrating discipline and elegance, junior Ashton Yim warms up before starting his daily wushu practice. Warming up prepared Yim’s body before his real training began. “You have to think about it as a transitioning phase,” Yim said. “Before warming up, our joints, muscles, and mind are cold which can lead to injuries. Warming up helps the athletes to get prepared for big ranged movements. For my sport, this is especially necessary. Warming up would prevent me from dislocating, tearing, or fracturing bones, muscles, and joints. One small mistake and it could cost you your career. No muscle or joint can adjust into a heavily dynamic movement after you’ve sat down for seven hours of schooling.”

Wushu Martial Artist: Meet Ashton Yim

Jaden Espinueva, Staff Writer
November 11, 2024
Junior Ashton Yim explains his experience growing up doing Wushu martial arts.
Standing next to Principal Donna Levy and UNR President Brian Sandoval, psychology and US history teacher Benjamin Lacombe showcases his new award. Lacombe received this award while teaching a class to the excitement of his students. “We were giving him a round of applause,” junior Valentina Escobar said. “I really think he deserves it.”

Transforming Lives Through Teaching: Meet Benjamin Lacombe

Hayden Hunt, Staff Writer
October 21, 2024
Hardworking teacher gets recognition after years of providing quality education
Hitting a high note in the song “Goddess” by Laufey, junior Danna Kim focuses on controlling her vocals. Kim was given the opportunity to perform on stage during last year’s Coyote Coachella. “I was so happy I wasn’t the only one singing,” Kim said. “Everyone was amazing and such great singers/performers and it made me feel heartfelt when singing mine as well.”

Classically Born Soloist: Meet Danna Kim

Zelina Panissidi and Joy Ryan
September 26, 2024
Junior shares her experience as a multilingual opera singer and pianist.
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