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“I’m the type of person who’s drawn to excitement, can’t sit still or always has the next crazy idea. It’s not in my nature, but I learned to sit down and enjoy the process of what I’m doing, the process of tackling issues or looking at unexpected results in a positive way,” Kaitlyn Wang (12) said.

Humans of Harker: No door left unopened

by Ella Yee, Co-Editor-in-Chief October 26, 2023

Ever wondered about how we got to planet Earth? Curious about exoplanets that endure extreme conditions to orbit their host stars? Kaitlyn Wang (12) is the person to talk to. But she’s also someone who’s...

Even if I have one bad morning, that doesnt mean I have to waste the rest of my day. With writing, I get writers block sometimes, but [my mindset is] that if something I wrote doesnt come out well, I can always go back and edit it. I try to move on, and who knows? Maybe the next part will be better, Sebastian Dionne (12) said.

Humans of Harker: Shelf of dreams

by Ashley Mo, Reporter October 22, 2023

A spiral tower brimming with trap-ridden chambers and magical creatures. A cyborg-esque robot on a quest to navigate a distant planet. Whether delving into the realms of fantasy or Sci-Fi, Sebastian Dionne...

“Along with motivation comes being able to adapt. Just because you fail the first time shouldnt mean that whatever youre doing isnt right for you. Sometimes it just means that you have to improve on areas youre weak on. By doing that, I learned that being motivated and having an open mindset is really what keeps me going,” Chloe Lee (12) said.

Humans of Harker: Through the looking glass

by Jonathan Xue, Humans of Harker Co-Managing Editor October 18, 2023

Reflective and transparent, glass is multifaceted in nature. Within its very substance lies infinite possibility, all captured in a single sheet. Peer deeply, and who knows what can be seen? A mirror,...

“One [thing I’ve learned] is creativity and problem solving. Theres a lot of innovation, like ‘How can I manipulate this to look like what I want, but without using countless things?’ I’ve also learned precision and focus, and I have an eye for small details. That applies to school, so when I’m learning, I make sure to understand every aspect of a subject, Katie Reed (12) said.

Humans of Harker: Wired for success

by Tiffany Zhu, Reporter October 15, 2023

As Katie Reed (12) scrolls through her social media feed, a video of a creator expertly threading a wire through a metal charm to create jewelry catches her attention. For a brief moment, she pauses, captivated...

Humans of Harker: Skating through limits

Humans of Harker: Skating through limits

by Edward Huang, Winged Post Co-Managing Editor October 6, 2023

The screech of skateboard wheels against asphalt echoes through the secluded skatepark as Sathvik Chundru (12) propels himself toward the half-pipe. He launches into the air, effortlessly executing...

“As soon as I learned about this amazing new field of medical humanities, I wanted to share it with other people through workshops and what other means I could. Whatever I’m really interested in, whatever I learn, I immediately want to spread it to other people,” Anika Mantripragada (12) said.

Humans of Harker: Canvas of curiosity and culture

by Ananya Sriram, Winged Post Co-Managing Editor October 4, 2023

What do cells, “lehengas” and Audrey Hepburn have in common? Not many similarities appear at first glance, yet a union between each forms as Anika Mantripragada (12) twirls in her “lehenga,”...

Being a lifer, I really want to put my knowledge to use. Being a TEDx speaker is a really big honor in and of itself, but to be able to actually address the Harker community was really important to me because I wanted to have an impact on the place that Ive been at for 13 years, Arissa Huda (23) said.

Humans of Harker: Prescribing change

by Michelle Wei, Humans of Harker Co-Managing Editor August 17, 2023

At Arissa Huda (‘23)’s local mosque, patients sit waiting for their appointment at the free monthly health clinic. One by one, Arissa calls them in, taking their temperature and blood pressure, then...

I’ve learned discipline: practicing a lot and then knowing what your strengths are, knowing where to improve. That discipline is definitely going to stay with me. If I’m trying to get a big piece of work done in general when Im interested in it, Ill stop at nothing to reach my goals, Linette Hoffman (23) said.

Humans of Harker: Artistry in motion

by Tiffany Zhu, Reporter August 17, 2023

As the maroon stage lights brighten, Linette Hoffman ('23) holds her beaming smile and full-out pose during the soft opening crescendo of "Telephone," the dance routine she and her partner had tirelessly...

I have this philosophy with theater. I wholeheartedly believe that my life was made for the stage, and all my make or break moments have happened there. While some people learn best through lectures or visuals, I learn best from having a spotlight on me, Zubin Khera (23) said.

Humans of Harker: Scripts to success

by Aryana Bharali, Humans of Harker Profiler August 17, 2023

A dynamic actor and director. A spirit coordinator. A debater. An entrepreneur. Zubin Khera ('23) approaches each of these roles with ambition and audacity, always putting his community first. As his journey...

One of the most important things for me about performing is its transformative power. There was one concert where we were singing this commission about gun violence, followed by a piece about climate change, a piece about the Holocaust. Watching the audiences expressions and how they reacted to the music we were singing was the first time that I was like, ‘Whoa, music has the power to change lives and engender positive change,’” Sawyer Lai (23) said.

Humans of Harker: Symphony of spirit

by Charlie Wang, Reporter August 17, 2023

As Sawyer Lai ('23) swishes the baton, the music of the orchestra softens, and the audience erupts in applause, the claps reverberating through the theater. The orchestra stands up, and Sawyer, with a...

It’s been fun getting to know the chefs at La Mar, their team and how different cultural influences blend together. For example, they make ceviche, which is a traditional Peruvian dish, but they infuse it with many different cultures. They have a version of their ceviche which is inspired by African tastes and spices, and they also have a Japanese form of that same ceviche dish. I think it’s interesting to watch how these fusion dishes form, Alex Lan (23) said.

Humans of Harker: Flavors of knowledge

by Jessica Hu, Reporter August 17, 2023

Life presents questions each coming day. Some are more inconsequential: “Where did I leave my phone, again?” “What should I eat for breakfast?” Others carry more significance: “How can neural...

“As an actor, Im able to say things in a way that nobody else can. If I want to convey a message, being on stage and being a character and telling this story the best way that I can is my preferred method of communicating my ideas with you. So whether that be social justice or family issues, I can really say whatever I want, by being whoever I want. I think its a really cool way to communicate with people, Lucy Feng (23) said.

Humans of Harker: Taking center stage

by Selina Xu and Sidak Sanghari August 17, 2023

Sitting in the lobby of the Rothschild Performing Arts Center (RPAC), a smile spreads across Lucy Feng’s ('23) face as she fondly recalls her first experience in an upper school theater production, playing...

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