Nostalgia: Why Old Songs Hit Hard
Old songs have a way of speaking directly to us. Perhaps it’s discovering Owl City’s “Fireflies” on your iPod Touch and immediately being transported back in time to your first…
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From Hauls to Hand-Me-Downs: The New Look of Fashion
Keeping up to date is a full-time job in a world where viral TikTok hauls and Instagram aesthetics reign. More than ever, fashion is a throwaway and available. Today’s students…
The Weirdest Laws That Still Exist Today
Although laws are intended to maintain safety and justice, they can occasionally appear utterly bizarre. Some laws just don’t make sense, whether they are unusual rules that don’t appear to…
Finding Balance at IMSA: Juggling School, Activities, and Social Life
At the Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy (IMSA), the pursuit of academic excellence is matched only by the vibrant student life that thrives within its walls. Yet, balancing schoolwork, extracurricular…
DEI Programming: Learning Together Through 13th
At IMSA, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programming is all about building a community where everyone feels included and understood. This year, DEI training focused on Ava DuVernay’s documentary 13th,…
Fighting Climate Change with Algae Farms: A Simple but Powerful Solution
As climate change becomes an increasingly urgent problem, we need creative and effective ways to reduce carbon emissions and protect the environment. One of the most promising solutions is algae…