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Southwest Shadow

Southwest Shadow

Southwest Shadow
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.
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.
Throughout adolescence, we tend to take on new identities that eventually form who we are as adults. However, looking back on one's childhood by flipping through photo albums and reminiscing about the past reminds us of what made us who we are today. Photo Credit: Summer Thomad

Figuring It Out

November 4, 2014
Adolescence is a process of forming an identity, rather than just a moment in time.
Taylor Swift's album, Red, constitutes as my favorite album ever released by the artist. Photo Credit: Matthew Nedelcu

Taylor Swift is my hero

November 4, 2014
As someone who experienced bullying, Taylor Swift's music has helped me overcome my demons.
When debates start to get heated, many of us choose the position of neutrality rather than picking a side to avoid getting involved.

Neutrality: The easy (and oppressive) way out

Summer Thomad
October 29, 2014
While neutrality may seem like the easiest and best option, it can lead to greater dangers.
Illustration: Andrea Galvan

Sibling Rivalry: Honesty

October 26, 2014
In this week's Sibling Rivalry, Amanda and Andrea debate if honesty really is the best policy.
I was not aware that my beverage of choice (pictured above) was actually a non-GMO product, and though I am not necessarily strict on regarding a diet of no GMO's, it does make me feel better to drink it. Photo Credit: Alex Nedelcu

Genetically modified… WHAT?

October 23, 2014
A stern customer's request resulted in extensive research regarding GMO's.
Noticing some serious dark circles? Great! This is a physical sign that shows how dedicated you are to the path of success!

How to be a successful student

Summer Thomad
October 21, 2014
In order to make it in this world, there are certain steps that must be followed.
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