Maia Killory

The Bitterness of Break

May 26, 2023May 25, 2023Maia Killory

In only a few weeks, we will be released from the stress and strain of school as summer break comes hurling towards us. Many of us look forward to the longest break of the year as it allows for months of free time to hang out with friends, start projects that school prevented us from […]

AI is only here to help

April 28, 2023April 27, 2023Maia Killory

Recently, there has been sudden dissent towards AI on the news and at schools nationwide with the creation of Chat GPT. This raises the question: What exactly is AI? As described by Alyssa Schroer in her article “What Is Artificial Intelligence?,” “[…] artificially intelligent systems can perform tasks commonly associated with human cognitive functions — […]

The heartlessness of Valentine’s Day

March 10, 2023March 5, 2023Maia Killory

Every February, heart decorations appear, our local convenience store is filled up with boxes of chocolate, and talk of love is all around. Valentine’s Day is a time to share our appreciation and love with those around us. However, the purpose of the holiday has been lost due to consumerism. Valentine’s Day originated from the […]

The issues with Riseborough’s nomination

March 10, 2023March 5, 2023Maia Killory

Controversies surrounding the Oscars have grown in the last few years. The Academy has dealt with much, mostly warranted, backlash because of the lack of diversity, the disrespect towards Sacheen Littlefeather, and the notorious slap from the previous year’s program. However, this year many are angry about the nominations. Once again, there is a lack […]

Smartphones are harming students

February 3, 2023January 29, 2023Maia Killory

As you sit here and read this, your phone is most likely right near you, as it usually is. In our society, phones are almost a part of us as a shocking 90% of us are near our phones all the time. In fact, it is very common to be addicted to your phone with […]

Van Gogh’s Art and Activism

February 3, 2023January 29, 2023Maia Killory

As temperatures rise and cases of extreme weather become more common, conversations on global warming and how to save the planet need to happen. Peaceful protests are ways to start these conversations. However, in some cases, these protests hurt the cause rather than help it. In October, two women from the protest group Just Stop […]

Froyo is the way to go!

December 9, 2022December 4, 2022Maia Killory

A cup of Sweet Frog’s frozen yogurt is always there to cool you down on those hot summer days, walking through the Center. When you’re hot and tired after a beach day, or when it’s a cold winter day but you’re still craving a cup, frozen yogurt is always there. Some will try to debate […]

Why cool down when you can warm up?

November 11, 2022November 10, 2022Maia Killory

Imagine waking up for school, ready to get dressed for the day when you check the forecast and it is freezing. You begin to layer as a cold day means a long sleeve and a jacket at the least. However, this does not keep you warm in 10-degree weather, causing you to still be freezing. […]

Nothing beats tea except a good cup o’ joe

September 30, 2022September 25, 2022Maia Killory

Imagine it is a Monday morning after a long, restless night filled with stress because you pulled an all-nighter to finish the work that you procrastinated. The night was long and exhausting, but you have a full day of classes, sports, and clubs ahead of you. It’s only seven in the morning and you’re already […]

The Importance of SAT’s and ACT’s on College Applications

May 27, 2022May 22, 2022Maia Killory

Admission tests, like the SAT and ACT, have been significant determinants of whether students are accepted into universities since the 1940s. However, several universities have decided to become either test-optional or test-blind in recent years. This number grew exponentially over the pandemic, with two in three American universities not requiring a submission. At first it […]