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Video-sharing app TikTok is on the brink of being banned.
Congress attempting to pass a motion that will ban video-sharing app TikTok
Green Horizons: Throughout President Bidens four years in office, he has enacted many policy decisions centered around climate and wildlife sustainability. As President, I’ll use my executive powers to combat the climate crisis, Biden said.
Balancing ambition with political realities
Participants in Youth Career Fair rearrange wires in a test outlet at the NECA-IBEW Electrical Training Center booth.
The Northwest Youth Career Fair celebrates its 20th anniversary
Albertsons is a part of the merger that also contains Krogers.
What’s the deal with the Kroger-Albertson merger?
The plan for tolls on I-5 and I-205 has been ended. This decision was made by Gov. Tina Kotek.
Tina Kotek calls for end of the RMPP
Local church provides free breakfast to the student body
Local church provides free breakfast to the student body
Green Horizons: Throughout President Bidens four years in office, he has enacted many policy decisions centered around climate and wildlife sustainability. As President, I’ll use my executive powers to combat the climate crisis, Biden said.
Balancing ambition with political realities
How well do you know the Pacific Northwests nature?
How well do you know the Pacific Northwest’s nature?
Taylor Swift has been subjected to criticism about carbon footprint among the general population.
Taylor Swift threatens lawsuit over flight tracker
Wildfires were prevalent all over Oregon this past fire season.
In the line of fire
CTE Environmental Science Club travels to see great gray owls
CTE Environmental Science Club travels to see great gray owls
The density of the strike took up both lanes and the sidewalks of the Burnside Bridge as the group continued toward Pioneer Place. There are two banners held at the front of the group. One reads Shut down Zenith oil calling out the company Zenith, a company that carries toxic and flammable materials along unmaintained railroads. The other sign says Tina Kotek, act now, urging Gov. Tina Kotek to keep her promises of staying on top of climate change in the state of Oregon.
Rising voices: images of the youth-led Portland Climate Strike
Students created signs before the protest to display their message.
Students speak volumes on gun control
Preparation not reparation
Preparation not reparation
Amelia Deckert and Jonathan Garcia pose for a photo after sharing words about the recent school shooting and hold a moment of silence in honor of the victims.
Students walkout to demand stricter gun laws
Measure 114 aims to reduce gun violence rates in Oregon by banning the sale of large-capacity magazines and installing mandatory background checks before firearm purchases.
Firearm regulations cause controversy
State Representative Julie Parrish speaks about her experience as a wife of someone who served in Iraq.
Candidates Parrish, Prusak, and Paulson lay out visions for Oregon
Student activism at WLHS
Video-sharing app TikTok is on the brink of being banned.
Congress attempting to pass a motion that will ban video-sharing app TikTok
Green Horizons: Throughout President Bidens four years in office, he has enacted many policy decisions centered around climate and wildlife sustainability. As President, I’ll use my executive powers to combat the climate crisis, Biden said.
Balancing ambition with political realities
On Aug. 30, a brick shattered the Clackamas County Democratic Headquarters
Brick shatters window of Democratic Building
Tina Kotek has stated that the State will support doctors prescriptions of abortion medication.
Oregon post-Roe
After the Congressional Budget Offices announcement on May 12, Americans are waiting for more information before the month ends.
Detrimental debt
City Hall is the base of West Linn politics. The City Council is housed here, as well as the mayor’s office. They house meetings focused on city issues and changes.
Rory Bialostosky, the superior choice
Iowa guard Caitlin Clark tore her way through the NCAA Womens Basketball Tournament, advancing to the title game while averaging a whopping 30 points per game.
The Caitlin Clark effect
Getting to know the 2023-2024 dance team
Getting to know the 2023-2024 dance team
Rally up. Robert Shevlin, the womens tennis team coach, gathers the varsity and junior varsity players together to prepare for their first match of the season on March 13 against Lakeridge.
A look into the 2024 tennis season
Despite not being able to play in certain games, Liam Jones, freshman, was still involved with the Unified Basketball team by doing things such as helping man the scoreboard. Here, he is being introduced to the crowd before a game.
How unified are unified sports?
Game, set, and match. Corbin Atchley, sophomore, high fives Sanam Sidhu, freshman, after a rally with other club members. “I just joined [the club],” Sidhu said. “[I heard about it] on Instagram, they always post about it, I’ve been wanting to come. My parents used to play [net sports] too and they taught us, and then I learned from my brother.”
New club casts a wider net
At the bottom of the third inning, the Lions are still scoreless. Rowe stands at home plate, preparing to bat, while Vandenbrink stands off to the side as the next batter up. Despite having the bases loaded, the team was unable to score any runs. “It’s just the beginning of the season. We’re just going to be playing out best by June, [and] that’s where champions are,” Rowe said.
Baseball team falls in home opener
Bernice Wayland, senior, is a captain on the womens varsity soccer team and was recognized as the Three Rivers League Player of the Year.
Bernice Wayland wins Three Rivers League Player of the Year award
Football Head Coach Jon Eagle has been coaching the football team for two years.
What the Pac-12 separation means for the future of football in Oregon
Stampede. Competitors from different schools try to gain a distant advantage from one another, before being taken down by the mud.
The cross country teams gear up for districts
The mens soccer team is currently ranked 9th in state according to OSAA.
Fall sports progress and predictions
Getting to know more about the womens soccer seniors
Getting to know more about the womens soccer seniors
The teams prepare to start another play with just a few minutes left in the first half. The Lions were in the lead at halftime with a score of 27-0. At half time, the team went back to the locker rooms. “[We ate] orange slices,” Malos said. “[Then] our team came out and got the win.”
Homecoming football game brings royalty, green and gold, and a win
Iowa guard Caitlin Clark tore her way through the NCAA Womens Basketball Tournament, advancing to the title game while averaging a whopping 30 points per game.
The Caitlin Clark effect
On Feb. 27 and Feb. 28 both basketball teams picked up first round wins in the 6A OSAA state playoffs.
First round recap: basketball teams move on to second round
Max Juhala and Nick DiGuilio, both seniors, high five each other early in the first quarter.
Mens basketball team wins 75—65 on senior night to close out regular season
Alaina Moore, senior, walks on to the court with family to join the ceremony. Moore has been on the varsity team for three years. “I’ve learned a lot about leadership, and especially just being there for those that you care about,” Moore said.
Womens basketball team wins on senior night 66—30
On Feb. 17, the wrestling team became Three Rivers League district champions with 419.5 points at Lakeridge High School.
Wrestling team becomes district champions with five individual winners
Freshmen Kaylor Buse and Pat Vialva Jr. have stepped in as varsity starters for their teams.
Fresh in the spotlight
Rally up. Robert Shevlin, the womens tennis team coach, gathers the varsity and junior varsity players together to prepare for their first match of the season on March 13 against Lakeridge.
A look into the 2024 tennis season
At the bottom of the third inning, the Lions are still scoreless. Rowe stands at home plate, preparing to bat, while Vandenbrink stands off to the side as the next batter up. Despite having the bases loaded, the team was unable to score any runs. “It’s just the beginning of the season. We’re just going to be playing out best by June, [and] that’s where champions are,” Rowe said.
Baseball team falls in home opener
Breaking a record of that stood for over a decade, Hayden Williams-Downing holds the schools newest record for a womens javelin throw.
Hayden Williams-Downing is ahead of the field in womens javelin
Baseball team goes back-to-back
Baseball team goes back-to-back
The womens lacrosse team has seven graduating seniors. All graduates were starters.
Lacrosse starters to fill senior voids
The mens tennis team came in first in total points on May 20. This resulted in their first state championship in nearly 20 years.
Men’s tennis serves up a state win
Getting to know the 2023-2024 dance team
Getting to know the 2023-2024 dance team
Gallery: Womens basketball media day
Gallery: Womens basketball media day
Getting to know more about the womens soccer seniors
Getting to know more about the womens soccer seniors
Getting to know more about the mens soccer defenders
Getting to know more about the mens soccer defenders
To get ready for the Three Rivers League (TRL) division games to end the season, wlhsNOW staff hosted a womens soccer media day, which included portraits in the photo studio and individual interviews with the players, not to mention home opener photos. Scroll below to see each starter’s profile, which explains each starters’ backstory and individual outlook on the rest of the season.
Getting to know the 2023 womens soccer team
To give a complete overview of the season, wlhsNOW staff hosted a mens soccer media day, which included portraits in the photo studio and individual interviews with the players. Scroll below to see each player’s profile, which explains each players’ backstory and individual outlook on the season.
Getting to know the 2023 mens soccer team
What is Career and Technical Education?
What is Career and Technical Education?
Ryan Vandenbrink and Janina Kraetschmer, seniors, high-five the other Amazing Race teams after their win in the finale.
The final Amazing Race report with Janina Kraetschmer and Ryan Vandenbrink
Game, set, and match. Corbin Atchley, sophomore, high fives Sanam Sidhu, freshman, after a rally with other club members. “I just joined [the club],” Sidhu said. “[I heard about it] on Instagram, they always post about it, I’ve been wanting to come. My parents used to play [net sports] too and they taught us, and then I learned from my brother.”
New club casts a wider net
Currently, two members on the Speech and Debate team are qualified to attend Nationals in June.
Speech and Debate team is nationals bound
Bo Dickson, senior, and his second grade buddy view their final design. Dickson created the piece based on his buddys ideas.
Ceramic students collaborates with Willamette Primary School
LSU at West Linn High School provides support for me and my community.
My experience in Latino student clubs
West Linns case of Senioritis
West Linn’s case of “Senioritis”
COVID-19 has served as a turning point in academic loss among primary students.
Post-pandemic predicament
Michelle Bonham and Alison Farrel, learning specialists, organize the schedules of the paraeducators to help them figure out who they are helping. The paraeducators will then report back to the administration.
‘We’re just there to help everybody’
College applications can be filled with questions, details, and goals.
College application season underway
On a given Flex Life class period, StudentVUE provides information on what Flex class you are going to.
The rundown on Flex scheduling
The Portland Public Strikes lasted three weeks. It started on Nov. 1.
Portland Public Schools strike lasts three weeks
College applications can be filled with questions, details, and goals.
College application season underway
As Taylor Bell transitions into cosmetology, she gains experience through her job at Mane and Co. hair salon.
Seniors begin their journey to individual career paths
Counselors help students adjust their schedules and plan for their futures.
Four tips for four years in high school
ISEF projects sit under lights. In the 2023-2024 school year, ISEF will be offered as a year-long science credit.
Planning accordingly
Continuing to compete: seniors commit to schools for academics and athletics
Continuing to compete: seniors commit to schools for academics and athletics
Picking out a dress, Abby Wilson looks through the “glam rack.” The glam rack is a rack of dresses that are unique, with different kinds of patterns, colors, and designs. Usually, non-traditional prom dresses go here.
‘It’s more than the dress’
Ryan Vandenbrink and Janina Kraetschmer, seniors, high-five the other Amazing Race teams after their win in the finale.
The final Amazing Race report with Janina Kraetschmer and Ryan Vandenbrink
Club members of BSU served food as people made their way down the line, choosing what they wanted on their plate.
Celebrating Black History Month
Beatrice Gilroy was elected ASB president after being the ASB vice president last year.
A new lion leader
Left to right: Emme Staten, Beatrice Gilroy, Josie Pothast, and Marin Jones, juniors, share a laugh. Each ran for different positions on ASB.
Future lion leaders
ASB presidential candidate, Jonathan Garcia, stands at the high schools fall carnival put on by ASB.
Editorial: Jonathan Garcia for ASB president
Karter Hill, class of 2022 alum, was crowned May King last year.
The royalty rundown
14 Ways to Die by Vincent Ralph was published in 2021.
Review: “14 Ways to Die”
Sister symphony. Myrtle Guarisco, senior, and Eloise Guarisco, sophomore, play ‘A duet in D Major.’ This performance took place around 30 minutes after their act with the Woodland Quintet 1, similarly to other students who had multiple performances throughout the day. “We just picked a piece that we both liked, and it wasnt too heavy,” Myrtle said. “The parts were pretty equal and there were some pretty harmonies. It was fun to play with my sister.”
Band and Orchestra programs holds annual Solo & Ensemble Festival
With Tortured Poets Department, Taylor Swift will be adding 20 news songs to her discography.
Taylor Swift announces 11th studio album after winning her 13th Grammy award
‘All Rise’ had its first live readings March 1, 2, and 3 at the International Firehouse Cultural Center in Portland, Oregon. Photo courtesy of ‘All Rise’ play. McCreary had an article written and published by Karina Rower in the fall of 2022.
‘All Rise’ puts the spotlight back on Black Lives Matter
Exit the King has already had two performances, but those interested can watch the play on March 7-9 at 7 p.m. in the Black Box Studio Theater.
What is ‘Exit the King?’
Taylor Swift has been subjected to criticism about carbon footprint among the general population.
Taylor Swift threatens lawsuit over flight tracker
14 Ways to Die by Vincent Ralph was published in 2021.
Review: “14 Ways to Die”
Spring into the season with some new reads.
April book recommendations to get you into the spring season
Book bans: Anti-racist books
Book bans: Anti-racist books
Ottessa Moshfeghs My Year of Rest and Relaxation, which was published in 2018, has become a pillar of media in millennial fiction.
‘My Year of Rest and Relaxation’
Raising questions about conservative censorship trends in books and public education, banned lists with titles such as “The Hate U Give”, “I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings”, and “The Color Purple” now include “Maus” in their ranks.
Controversy over banning ‘Maus’, a graphic novel about the Holocaust
Joan Didion permanently changed the world of writing, reading, and journalism.
Remembering Joan Didion
Which Super Bowl Commercial are you?
Which Super Bowl Commercial are you?
Priscilla dives into the fame and complications of Priscilla and Elvis Presleys relationship.
Review: ‘Priscilla’
Tom Blyth, featured left, played Coriolanus Snow as Racheal Zeglar played Lucy Gray Baird, featured right.
“The Ballad Of Songbirds And Snakes” proves much darker than original trilogy
Trends and newsworthy events were plentiful in the summer of 2023. Movies were released, controversies arose, and the internet had something to say about it all.
Summer 2023: What happened and the internet’s response
45 years after its release, Grease has begun to lose some of its touch, with modern film critics such as Metacritic granting it a 7/10.
Does ‘Grease’ still hold up?
Are You There God? Its Me, Margaret has a number of classic coming-of-age moments, including an uncomfortable lesson about the menstrual cycle.
Reconsidering a rating
Sister symphony. Myrtle Guarisco, senior, and Eloise Guarisco, sophomore, play ‘A duet in D Major.’ This performance took place around 30 minutes after their act with the Woodland Quintet 1, similarly to other students who had multiple performances throughout the day. “We just picked a piece that we both liked, and it wasnt too heavy,” Myrtle said. “The parts were pretty equal and there were some pretty harmonies. It was fun to play with my sister.”
Band and Orchestra programs holds annual Solo & Ensemble Festival
With Tortured Poets Department, Taylor Swift will be adding 20 news songs to her discography.
Taylor Swift announces 11th studio album after winning her 13th Grammy award
Some have made the accusation that Ice Spice is an industry plant, meaning that she became successful from record labels using their money and connections to manufacture her fame.
Is Ice Spice a plant?
Through the 1990s, alternative rock was a male-dominated genre. However, Holes Love Through This proved to be a feminist triumph.
1990s alternative album “Live Through This” by Hole turns 30
The 2024 Grammys was held on Feb. 4 at Crypto.com Arena.
Overview: 2024 Grammys
Hidden in the pit. In the school’s auditorium, hidden beneath the stage, is the pit for the pit orchestra. During the musical, this space is filled with instruments, and the black structure to the left is where Kevin Egan conducts from. “I sit on a tall podium so I can see down to the musicians but I can also see on the stage,” Egan said.
Keep pit up
‘All Rise’ had its first live readings March 1, 2, and 3 at the International Firehouse Cultural Center in Portland, Oregon. Photo courtesy of ‘All Rise’ play. McCreary had an article written and published by Karina Rower in the fall of 2022.
‘All Rise’ puts the spotlight back on Black Lives Matter
Exit the King has already had two performances, but those interested can watch the play on March 7-9 at 7 p.m. in the Black Box Studio Theater.
What is ‘Exit the King?’
During an improv night practice from December, Ava Neudeck, senior, practices with theater teacher Steve Beckingham.
Theater performers compete at the Thespian Regional Competition
Hidden in the pit. In the school’s auditorium, hidden beneath the stage, is the pit for the pit orchestra. During the musical, this space is filled with instruments, and the black structure to the left is where Kevin Egan conducts from. “I sit on a tall podium so I can see down to the musicians but I can also see on the stage,” Egan said.
Keep pit up
Sofia Gomez gets in character as the leading player of “Pippin.”
Stepping off the stage
In ancient Greek plays, characters’ identities were often displayed through masks. In this shortened version of Homer’s “The Odyssey,” dramatized by Gregory A. Falls and Kurt Beattie, and directed by Jesse Kohler, actors portrayed gods don unique masks. The mask pictured here portrays Hermes.
The short on ‘Shorts ‘23’
Iowa guard Caitlin Clark tore her way through the NCAA Womens Basketball Tournament, advancing to the title game while averaging a whopping 30 points per game.
The Caitlin Clark effect
Green Horizons: Throughout President Bidens four years in office, he has enacted many policy decisions centered around climate and wildlife sustainability. As President, I’ll use my executive powers to combat the climate crisis, Biden said.
Balancing ambition with political realities
14 Ways to Die by Vincent Ralph was published in 2021.
Review: “14 Ways to Die”
LSU at West Linn High School provides support for me and my community.
My experience in Latino student clubs
Like any other Tesla car, there are advancements in its technology. However, is the Cybertruck a warning to a grey dystopian future?
Tesla’s tragic truck
Our school has five Standard Response Protocols (SRPs) for different emergency situations: Hold, Secure, Lockdown, Evacuate, and Shelter. 
Editorial: Standard Response Protocols need updating
14 Ways to Die by Vincent Ralph was published in 2021.
Review: “14 Ways to Die”
Through the 1990s, alternative rock was a male-dominated genre. However, Holes Love Through This proved to be a feminist triumph.
1990s alternative album “Live Through This” by Hole turns 30
Priscilla dives into the fame and complications of Priscilla and Elvis Presleys relationship.
Review: ‘Priscilla’
Tom Blyth, featured left, played Coriolanus Snow as Racheal Zeglar played Lucy Gray Baird, featured right.
“The Ballad Of Songbirds And Snakes” proves much darker than original trilogy
Copies of “The Land Is Inhospitable and So Are We” on the shelves at the Barnes and Noble at Clackamas Town Center.
Mitski explores a new sound on “The Land is Inhospitable and So Are We”
Travis Scotts recent album Utopia has a backstory that dates back to June. Travis Scott - Openair Frauenfeld 2019 02 by Frank Schwichtenberg is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0 DEED.
Travis Scott’s triumphant return with “Utopia” gives hip-hop a rejuvenation
What is Career and Technical Education?
What is Career and Technical Education?
Green Horizons: Throughout President Bidens four years in office, he has enacted many policy decisions centered around climate and wildlife sustainability. As President, I’ll use my executive powers to combat the climate crisis, Biden said.
Balancing ambition with political realities
Ryan Vandenbrink and Janina Kraetschmer, seniors, high-five the other Amazing Race teams after their win in the finale.
The final Amazing Race report with Janina Kraetschmer and Ryan Vandenbrink
Getting to know the 2023-2024 dance team
Getting to know the 2023-2024 dance team
Rally up. Robert Shevlin, the womens tennis team coach, gathers the varsity and junior varsity players together to prepare for their first match of the season on March 13 against Lakeridge.
A look into the 2024 tennis season
At the bottom of the third inning, the Lions are still scoreless. Rowe stands at home plate, preparing to bat, while Vandenbrink stands off to the side as the next batter up. Despite having the bases loaded, the team was unable to score any runs. “It’s just the beginning of the season. We’re just going to be playing out best by June, [and] that’s where champions are,” Rowe said.
Baseball team falls in home opener
Getting to know the 2023-2024 dance team
Getting to know the 2023-2024 dance team
Rally up. Robert Shevlin, the womens tennis team coach, gathers the varsity and junior varsity players together to prepare for their first match of the season on March 13 against Lakeridge.
A look into the 2024 tennis season
At the bottom of the third inning, the Lions are still scoreless. Rowe stands at home plate, preparing to bat, while Vandenbrink stands off to the side as the next batter up. Despite having the bases loaded, the team was unable to score any runs. “It’s just the beginning of the season. We’re just going to be playing out best by June, [and] that’s where champions are,” Rowe said.
Baseball team falls in home opener
Bo Dickson, senior, and his second grade buddy view their final design. Dickson created the piece based on his buddys ideas.
Ceramic students collaborates with Willamette Primary School
Sister symphony. Myrtle Guarisco, senior, and Eloise Guarisco, sophomore, play ‘A duet in D Major.’ This performance took place around 30 minutes after their act with the Woodland Quintet 1, similarly to other students who had multiple performances throughout the day. “We just picked a piece that we both liked, and it wasnt too heavy,” Myrtle said. “The parts were pretty equal and there were some pretty harmonies. It was fun to play with my sister.”
Band and Orchestra programs holds annual Solo & Ensemble Festival
Alaina Moore, senior, walks on to the court with family to join the ceremony. Moore has been on the varsity team for three years. “I’ve learned a lot about leadership, and especially just being there for those that you care about,” Moore said.
Womens basketball team wins on senior night 66—30
Ryan Vandenbrink and Janina Kraetschmer, seniors, high-five the other Amazing Race teams after their win in the finale.
The final Amazing Race report with Janina Kraetschmer and Ryan Vandenbrink
14 Ways to Die by Vincent Ralph was published in 2021.
Review: “14 Ways to Die”
Some have made the accusation that Ice Spice is an industry plant, meaning that she became successful from record labels using their money and connections to manufacture her fame.
Is Ice Spice a plant?
Misha Rana, sophomore, performs her poem at the the annual Poetry Out Loud competition on Feb. 8.
A proud Poetry Out Loud
College applications can be filled with questions, details, and goals.
College application season underway
Hidden in the pit. In the school’s auditorium, hidden beneath the stage, is the pit for the pit orchestra. During the musical, this space is filled with instruments, and the black structure to the left is where Kevin Egan conducts from. “I sit on a tall podium so I can see down to the musicians but I can also see on the stage,” Egan said.
Keep pit up
Ryan Vandenbrink and Janina Kraetschmer, seniors, high-five the other Amazing Race teams after their win in the finale.
The final Amazing Race report with Janina Kraetschmer and Ryan Vandenbrink
College applications can be filled with questions, details, and goals.
College application season underway
The mens soccer team is currently ranked 9th in state according to OSAA.
Fall sports progress and predictions
Among other school changes, the new block schedule has come into effect this year.
Staying on schedule
Beatrice Gilroy was elected ASB president after being the ASB vice president last year.
A new lion leader
The womens golf team qualified for regionals after placing third in their district competition.
Hitting the green
What is Career and Technical Education?
What is Career and Technical Education?
Local church provides free breakfast to the student body
Local church provides free breakfast to the student body
West Linns case of Senioritis
West Linn’s case of “Senioritis”
Getting to know more about the womens soccer seniors
Getting to know more about the womens soccer seniors
Getting to know more about the mens soccer defenders
Getting to know more about the mens soccer defenders
The 2023 football season preview
The 2023 football season preview
How well do you know the Pacific Northwests nature?
How well do you know the Pacific Northwest’s nature?
Which Super Bowl Commercial are you?
Which Super Bowl Commercial are you?
Which wlhsNOW editor are you?
Which wlhsNOW editor are you?
Quiz: what edition of the Amplifier are you?
Quiz: what edition of the Amplifier are you?
Quiz: what outfit should you wear to prom?
Quiz: what outfit should you wear to prom?
Despite not being able to play in certain games, Liam Jones, freshman, was still involved with the Unified Basketball team by doing things such as helping man the scoreboard. Here, he is being introduced to the crowd before a game.
How unified are unified sports?
Breaking a record of that stood for over a decade, Hayden Williams-Downing holds the schools newest record for a womens javelin throw.
Hayden Williams-Downing is ahead of the field in womens javelin
Our school has five Standard Response Protocols (SRPs) for different emergency situations: Hold, Secure, Lockdown, Evacuate, and Shelter. 
Editorial: Standard Response Protocols need updating
Tom Blyth, featured left, played Coriolanus Snow as Racheal Zeglar played Lucy Gray Baird, featured right.
“The Ballad Of Songbirds And Snakes” proves much darker than original trilogy
Unified Soccer is open to all who would like to participate and is always looking for more people to help out.
Unifying the community through soccer
Gretchen Bertram teaches the newly inaugurated Ethnic Studies class.
Learning through the lens of marginalized people in history
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Nalini Oliver

Nalini Oliver , Assistant Arts and Culture Editor

A petri dish and many different types of bacteria are not things that the average high school student wants to spend their time around. But for Nalini Oliver, sophomore she cannot get enough of it. A smart girl holding a 4.0 grade point average, she hopes to go into the field of Microbiology as an adult. Whether it be in public health or science, Oliver is committed to a career only if bacteria is involved.

She found her love for microbiology in the ninth grade after spending countless hours in the lab working on her project for the International Science and Engineering Fair, also known as ISEF.

Oliver gets her first name Nalini, which means lotus or lily, from Indian culture. Her father and mother emigrated to the United States in the 1980s.

“Working with bacteria and finding out information about them, learning about the problems that they may cause and using that to help people, that is what I hope to do with my life.”

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Maddie Sand, junior, participated in mock trial last year.

[Photo] Court is in session for freshman mock trial

Matilda Milner, Staff Reporter
October 9, 2017

Maddie Sand, junior, participated in mock trial last year.

Students voted on May 31 for the incoming ASB members of next year. With posters, t-shirts and catchy campaign slogans, the election was anything less than competitive.

The newest voices of the students

Nalini Oliver, Assistant Arts and Culture Editor
June 12, 2017

As the school year comes to a close, the newest round of seniors are leaving the Associated Student Body (ASB). With this comes a handful of dedicated juniors that have campaigned (and were elected) to...

Students finish off their final project for honors humanity by answering the question- “what is your purpose?” through various mediums of presentation. Through interacting with others to reflect their personal traits or get external input, or simply reflecting on their personal beliefs, students illustrated a diverse set of beliefs and projects. Pictured above: Beloved Ulinwa, senior, watches a project by one of the students that chose a multimedia presentation.

Finding a purpose

Nalini Oliver, Assistant Arts and Culture Editor
May 17, 2017

To finish off their final project of the school year, Honors Humanities students were able to exhibit their projects based on an agreed upon question that all students and adults alike may wonder- “what...

The bonds between the thespians is beneficial to them in all aspects of their lives. “Working and playing,” said Ares, “alongside like-minded actors, techs, and all-around performing arts lovers, feeds their creativity, encourages teamwork, and the support from their peers drives them to try new things.”

[Photo] Shining behind the scenes

Lauren Sandberg
April 26, 2017

The bonds between the thespians is beneficial to them in all aspects of their lives. “Working and playing,” said Ares, “alongside like-minded actors, techs, and all-around performing arts lovers,...

Model UN students had a final meeting on April 19, where they rewatched footage from the event and talked about their experience in the club. “I loved being able to sing Karaoke with other schools during the late evenings,” Eric Tran, senior, said “especially when the committees were over.”

[Photo] Delegates of the next generation

Nalini Oliver, Staff Writer
May 4, 2017

Model UN students had a final meeting on April 19, where they rewatched footage from the event and talked about their experience in the club. “I loved being able to sing Karaoke with other schools during...

While sophomores begin to move past one of the optional novels in their newest unit, “Round House” continues to spark controversy for students wishing they were given some warning over the content- if not for themselves, for the safety of other students. “Warnings are crucial and should be included for books that have mature themes,” Kaelyn Cahill, sophomore, said. “This includes themes such as rape, abuse, NSFW themes, strong explicit language, homophobia or anything that could harm a student’s mental health.”

Where to draw the line

Nalini Oliver, Staff Writer
May 9, 2017

While everyone may love (or hate) their required English class, there has always been a constant in curriculums and mandated activity from teachers- required reading. If students find themselves lucky...

As Shorts rehearsals are finishing up, one group of actors prepare for “If Hamlet had been a Reading”, directed by Linda Snyder senior. Since cast lists were posted on April 7, students have been preparing every day after school with their groups. “The rehearsal process has been really fun,” Kierra Kohen, freshman, said. “In rehearsal we run the short and do character work. To rehearse at home, I read my lines and solidify the blocking.”

Four plays for Shorts 18

Nalini Oliver, Assistant Arts and Entertainment Editor
May 3, 2017

With one of the two final productions ending the school year, the newest student directed plays, “Shorts 18,” will hit center stage on May 4. With four diverse dramas, comedies, and everything in between,...

The school’s thespian troupe meeting during lunch while discussing future productions, the state thespian competition and the responses to their regular questionnaires. Both Linda Snyder, senior, and Deanna Plunkett, senior, were able to answer questions regarding future events involving the arts, along with discussing interesting plays or other artistic forms they urge other students to see. “Both Deanna and I run meetings every Thursday and organize all events happening in the department.” Linda Snyder, senior, said.

Part of the act

Nalini Oliver, People Editor
April 15, 2017

As the eldest group of thespians finish their senior year, a new round of students have been inducted into the long standing thespian troupe through a round of challenges, events and activities that encompass...

Mock Trial goes to state

Mock Trial goes to state

Nalini Oliver, Assistant Arts and Culture Editor
March 17, 2017

It's not hard to see that West Linn’s duel mock trial teams are a dedicated group of sophomores, juniors and seniors. And after their success at districts, they’re more confident than ever for the...

CNN has wrapped up its first season on its newest comedic documentary “United Shades of America” after seven episodes. The network plans to renew the show for a second season, and they have continued filming throughout last year, and will continue into 2017. While no details have been released, the show’s first episode will be released in late 2017.

Visiting the Other Side of America

Nalini Oliver, Assistant Arts & Culture Editor
March 15, 2017

It's no surprise that the United States can have serious conflict in both the political and social spheres over differing views, thoughts and beliefs. This has become more apparent than ever in the previous...

Pictured above: Elizabeth Warren at a rally in Auburn Massachusetts. Photo by Tim Pierce via Flickr, cited under the Creative Commons License. As hearings continue for Trump’s cabinet, Democrats will continue vetting the picks and pushing back against the plethora of controversial choices in the coming weeks. With important cabinet members such as Secretary of Education and Treasury Secretary already decided, tensions continue to rise over what will be Republicans next step to secure Trump’s remaining positions.

Crossing Senate lines

Nalini Oliver
February 21, 2017

With a slew of controversial cabinet choices, strong words soon characterized the debate of allowing Jeff Sessions to become the Attorney General on Feb. 7. While reading the letter of Coretta Scott King,...

Chamber Orchestra welcomes sophomores as they prepare for unique challenges

Nalini Oliver
October 17, 2016

While many students associate a fresh school year with new schedules, a slew of textbooks and an already mounting workload from AP classes, a handful of sophomores put that aside for their first day as...

Setting the stage

Nalini Oliver
October 17, 2016

From fast paced and touching musicals, to shorts that leave the audience in fits of laughter, the always preoccupied theater program never fails to find ways to appeal to audiences and create a fresh approach...

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