Art by Jacqueline Lopez Transparency Item: The Perspectives section of the Graphic is comprised of articles based on opinion. This is the opinion and perspective of the writer. My heart dropped to my stomach as I frantically patted my jacket pockets, searched my belongings and retraced my steps, hoping against hope my precious device was still within my reach. I instantly had a … [Read more...] about Opinion: Being Off the Grid Brings Unexpected Peace
Opinion: Read More, Scroll Less
Art by Autumn HardwickTransparency Item: The Perspectives section of the Graphic is comprised of articles based on opinion. This is the opinion and perspective of the writer.In comparison with previous generations, today’s teens and young adults spend much more time on social media than reading books. Statistics show 80% of teens use social media daily, while fewer than … [Read more...] about Opinion: Read More, Scroll Less
New Year, New Trends: Students Spill Current Social Media Styles of 2023
Junior Peyton Stewart poses with her makeup. Students shared the recent trends that have emerged from social media and influencers. Photos by Lucian Himes California may be exempt from the bitter frostbite and blinding snowstorms that pervade many Midwest and East Coast states. However, that doesn’t stop Californians from breaking into the latest trends this winter season, … [Read more...] about New Year, New Trends: Students Spill Current Social Media Styles of 2023
Students Get Real About Why They Love BeReal
Art by Autumn Hardwick BeReal is the new social media app catching Gen Z's attention. The company’s goal is to provide a spontaneous, filterless place for people to share their real lives without the pressures of likes and followers, according to their LinkedIn. In July, BeReal became the No. 1 app on the App Store, and, as of August, it has 10 million active users, according … [Read more...] about Students Get Real About Why They Love BeReal
Student Content Creators Speak Out On The Clock Takeover
An iPhone stands on the table with the TikTok app pulled up on the screen. Surrounding the phone are laughing and music emojis that represent the TikTok platform’s culture. Art by Timothy GayTikTok surpassed Google as the most popular website of this past year, according to Cloudfare. Student TikTokers with large followings said the platform’s dominance in … [Read more...] about Student Content Creators Speak Out On The Clock Takeover