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NYU Tisch School of Drama graduate Siobhan Stevenson ('07) talks to 13 conservatory students about her collegiate and professional acting experiences. She was a former conservatory student here and wished to "give back" to our community by conducting this workshop.

2007 Alumna directs acting workshop for conservatory students

by Emily Chu September 5, 2012

During long lunch on Wednesday, September 5, Siobhan Stevenson (’07) headed a Life in the Arts conservatory workshop about pursuing performing arts in college and as a profession. A former conservatory...

What movie are you most looking forward to seeing this summer?

Five “can’t miss” movies for this summer

by Juhi Gupta, Reporter May 18, 2012

With summer just around the corner, a tidal wave of new movie releases will hit theaters. Here are five must-see films that will be perfect additions to any vacation plans. The Dark Knight Rises Considered...

Annual Art Show held in Nichols Hall

Annual Art Show held in Nichols Hall

by Mercedes Chien May 4, 2012

During lunch on Wednesday May 2, students heard an unfamiliar sound as they rushed to Manzanita hall. A DJ was blasting dance music outside of Nichols Hall. In hopes of alleviating stress for Advanced...

DIY Corsage for prom

DIY Corsage for prom

by Michelle Deng April 22, 2012

Corsages and boutonnieres may seem like delicate works of floral art, but they’re actually little more than a few carefully arranged plants, wires, and ribbons—which means you can easily make a set...

Ruby Yogurt review - 3.5/5 stars

Ruby Yogurt review – 3.5/5 stars

by Daniela Lapidous & Priyanka Sharma April 16, 2012

If you are ever craving the “original” flavor of frozen yogurt, you may as well buy a tub of Pavel’s Yogurt from your local grocery store and freeze it¬–that is what the “original” selection...

Poet Joseph Lease reads to an audience of students and faculty in Nichols auditorium. Lease is the latest in a series of speakers presented by the Cum Laude Society.

Poet Joseph Lease speaks during long lunch

by Anishka Agarwal & Advaita Kanakamedala, Anishka Agarwal & Advaita Kanakamedala, and Anishka Agarwal & Advaita Kanakamedala March 15, 2012

On Wednesday March 7, poet Joseph Lease read his works and answered questions at an event presented by the Harker Chapter of the Cum Laude Society during long lunch. He read seven poems ranging from...

Gaming event and competition supports STEM week

by Allison Sun March 4, 2012

On Thursday, March 1, Interscholastic Gaming League (IGL) organized Gaming Extravaganza as part of the activities for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Medicine (STEM) Week, which is led by WiSTEM....

Spring Fashion Trends

February 29, 2012

The Studio by Angie works behind the scenes on hair and makeup

The Studio by Angie works behind the scenes on hair and makeup

by Rachel Salisbury, Mariam Sulakian & Riya Godbole February 24, 2012

As the focus of Fashion Show is traditionally on the models and their attire, it may be easy to forget the hectic but essential work behind the scenes: hair and makeup. Though time pressure can make...

Students compete in Valentine's Day spirit event

Students compete in Valentine’s Day spirit event

by Patrick Yang & Cindy Liu February 8, 2012

During long lunch on Wednesday, February 8, students and faculty participated in a Valentine’s Day-themed archery spirit event. In the event, two decorated targets were pinned to haystacks on Rosenthal...

Students help restore wetlands on Save the Bay service trip

by Advaita Kanakamedala January 30, 2012

Early Saturday morning on January 28, 21 students arrived at the Upper School to help restore wetlands in East Palo Alto for the Save the Bay community service trip. Students who wanted to earn hours or...

WP - Makeup Review

WP – Makeup Review

by Meena Chetty & Rachel Salisbury January 27, 2012

Playful or natural? Fierce or feminine? Makeup is similar to art in that there seem to be an infinite variety of colors, textures, and brushes. Choosing between brands is one way to narrow down the decision...

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