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The student news site of The Harker School.

Harker Aquila

The student news site of The Harker School.

Harker Aquila

Arely Sun

Arely Sun, Aquila Co-Managing Editor

Arely Sun (12) is the co-managing editor of Harker Aquila with focus on longform writing. This is her fourth year on staff, and she hopes to work with reporters to enhance their writing and tell diverse stories. In her free time, she enjoys dance, intriguing movies, doodling and roller skating on smooth pavement.

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“Coming to terms with my multicultural identity has been a journey, and its definitely shaped me into the person I am today because I want to pay attention to not only my family stories but the stories of those around me. Its important to create this open environment where people not only feel vulnerable enough to share their stories but theyre encouraged enough to want to learn about the story of those around them, Andrea Thia (22) said.

Humans of Harker: Finding family

by Arely Sun, Aquila Co-Managing Editor
June 27, 2022
“Even if youre playing singles, you have to remember that at the end of the day, youre a part of a team, and whether you win your match or not is part of the teams overall score and not just for yourself. I also learned a lot about resilience and staying positive [through tennis]. Its about your mental strength, Victoria Han (12) said.

Humans of Harker: Team, thinking and tenacity

by Arely Sun, Aquila Co-Managing Editor
February 3, 2022
The 2022 Consumer Electric Show, held from January 5 to 8 in Las Vegas, announced technology products for the upcoming year. Companies including Samsung, Sony, and Chipolo each released new devices.

STEM Scene: Jan. 19

January 19, 2022
Music Monday is a new installation featuring a different category of songs on a weekly basis.

Music Monday: Take dance breaks with Aquila

by Arely Sun, Aquila Co-Managing Editor
December 13, 2021
I flip through an array of Marvel Cinematic Universe movies. Although some of the films lack top-notch, logical writing and center around almost all white male heroes, the continuity between them make the MCU immersive and somewhat addictive.

Friday Five: Marvel Cinematic Universe movies

by Arely Sun, Aquila Co-Managing Editor
December 3, 2021
Music Monday is a new installation featuring a different category of songs on a weekly basis.

Music Monday: Cherish cloudy days with Aquila

by Arely Sun, Co-Managing Editor
November 8, 2021
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STEM Scene: Sept. 14

September 14, 2021
“Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind” is a 390 page nonfiction written by Yuval Noah Harari that was first published in 2011. Harari is also the author of “Homo Deus” and “21 Lessons for the 21st Century.”

Book Corner: The rise of humankind

by Arely Sun, Co-Managing Editor
September 13, 2021
“Art is really important because it can celebrate the thoughts of an individual or an entire community, and it can express any kind of emotion, from joy to addressing major issues going on. Or it can just be for fun—something decorative to make the world a prettier place. Every piece of art makes the world a better place and a more connected place,” Maria Teplova (12) said.

Humans of Harker: A true craftswoman

by Arely Sun, Winged Post Lifestyle Editor and Social Media Editor
April 14, 2021
Upper school economics teacher showcases the myriad of board games he enjoys playing, whether it be with friends, family or his advisory. The big draw to me is that board games allow you to connect with people in ways that you normally wouldnt be able to, Lizardo said. Because sometimes were just looking at a screen or playing video games, you dont actually get to see or talk to these people.

Meet your teacher: Economics teacher finds joy in board games

by Arely Sun, Winged Post Lifestyle Editor
February 18, 2021
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STEM Scene: Feb. 12

February 17, 2021
Music Monday is a new installation featuring a different category of songs on a weekly basis.

Music Monday: Celebrating Black History Month with Aquila

by Arely Sun, Winged Post Lifestyle Editor and Social Media Editor
February 15, 2021
Winter blues got you down? Here is a beginner-friendly, adjustable vegetable soup to bring you some comfort at home.

How to make winter vegetable soup

by Arely Sun, Winged Post Lifestyle Editor and Social Media Editor
February 3, 2021
“Understanding peoples perspectives is something that I try to do. No matter what situation Im in, I never immediately judge someone. [With] people who have different beliefs than me [and] different opinions, before I try and fight against them, I try and understand where theyre coming from and why they believe what they believe,” Calais Poirson (12) said.

Humans of Harker: The light in every room

by Arely Sun, Winged Post Lifestyle Editor and Social Media Editor
January 4, 2021
“A photograph an artist takes and their vision of it can be completely different from when a reader sees it. It may not always turn out as what the artist intends. But thats just art: its ones own subjective experience,” Shalini Rohra (12) said.

Humans of Harker: An open ear and an open heart

by Arely Sun, Winged Post Lifestyle Editor and Social Media Editor
December 8, 2020
Speak with the goal of making your voice heard, not with the goal of changing someone’s opinions. Speak with the facts at the forefront, not emotions. Speak with a clear message and listen with an open mind.

Politics over dinner

November 2, 2020
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STEM Scene: Tech Update

October 27, 2020
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Stem Scene: Sept. 22

September 22, 2020
Taking the time to rest can often be difficult, especially when we often prioritize the completion of tasks over making space in our schedules for brief respites.

Taking a break: Planning your day in quarantine

by Arely Sun, Lifestyle Editor
September 21, 2020
Movie review: The simplicity of “Amélie”

Movie review: The simplicity of “Amélie”

by Arely Sun, Co-Lifestyle Editor
April 26, 2020
“The analytical thinking skills that I’ve learned from taking classes and practicing math have helped me to analyze the world in a more theoretical way. Sometimes when I see things in the world, I can attribute [them] to different theoretical ideas,” Grace Huang (12) said.

Humans of Harker: Logic and levelheadedness

by Arely Sun, Co-Lifestyle Editor
March 2, 2020
“Its mostly storytelling in tangent with emotions. Ive always loved telling people stories, so much so sometimes that I forget that I have my own, but I think thats the purpose of art and filmmaking and journalism, theyre all a form of art. You see others feelings out on the page, and you want to express your own,” Nina Gee (12) said.

Humans of Harker: Telling stories with a twist

by Arely Sun, Winged Post Co-Lifestyle Editor
January 27, 2020
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