Sticks and stones: the impact of language on women
Someone once told me that “all women are either a bitch or a hoe.” I was perplexed by this statement,...
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Mask policy update: UHS moves to masks recommended
During Tuesday’s (March 29th) Board of Education meeting, the district revisited our current policy on face masks for students and...
Public Schools and the Environment: the issue no one is talking about
The environmental impact of public schools has gone under the radar. From the 480,000 diesel-powered school buses to the immense...
Origins of pet names
Pets are everything to us. They're our family, our children, our best friends. For many at Urbana a unique name...
Students plan ahead for winter break
With winter break so close, students can't wait to start their break. Hanging out with friends, driving and watching the...
Students thankful for a week away from school
Thanksgiving break is upon us and for the first time ever, UHS will have a whole week away from school. ...
‘Immigrant’: The youth behind the label
What do you think of when you hear the word immigrant? Do you think of a grown adult? A little...
Pride parade returns to Champaign-Urbana
This Saturday, September 25th, is the annual Pride Fest and Pride Parade here in Champaign-Urbana. Our local Pride Fest and...
The history of the school ski trip
Since the 1990’s Urbana High School students have participated in what was informally known as the “school ski trip” to...
Pandemic puppies: a new type of therapy animal
The pandemic has made all aspects of life harder, especially a fulfilling social life, but many people have turned to...
