By Meriem Cherif Ever since I stepped through the gates of Westmont, the title of “Senior” held a mystical, breathtaking essence. “The Seniors,” in my eyes, represented the upper crust of Westmont High School. Always carrying an effortless demeanor, they walked into class with a cup of coffee in one hand and car keys swingingContinue reading “The Meaning of Senior”
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The Valiant Verma
Name: Gargi Verma Subjects: Chemistry / AP Chemistry Years at Westmont: 8 Years Birthplace: India High School: From Delhi, India College: Delhi University, India (B.S Chemistry) and Western Governors University (Teaching Credential) What makes Westmont great? Students and colleagues who make me feel like a family. What do you enjoy about teaching? Interacting with studentsContinue reading “The Valiant Verma”
The Telfar Trend
By Meriem Cherif The embossed letter ‘T’ wrapped with a ‘C’ adorns bags, Instagram pages, and fashion editorials everywhere; if you haven’t heard of Telfar, you may be behind. Telfar is the brainchild of Telfar Clemens, a Liberian-American fashion designer based in Queens. Starting his company in 2005, Clemens captured the essence of New YorkContinue reading “The Telfar Trend”
Arthur’s Implicit Impact
By Meriem Cherif Every night, my brothers and I fought to sit in front of the TV, hurrying to plop ourselves on the carpet before 8 pm hit. Our eyes shined as we waited in anticipation for the latest episode of our favorite show, Arthur. My friends on the playground talked about the latest DisneyContinue reading “Arthur’s Implicit Impact”
Tea—The Moroccan Way
By Meriem Cherif In North Africa, drinking tea isn’t just a quick sore throat remedy or a pick-me-up during a sluggish day—it’s a thorough ritual. If you are up to the challenge, here are the steps to make authentic and delicious Moroccan tea! Ingredients: 8 cups of water 4 tablespoons of sugar 5 fresh sprigsContinue reading “Tea—The Moroccan Way”
Society’s Doom: TikTok Hauls
By Meriem Cherif Popular for kickstarting trends, Tik Tok has inspired a new social media craze: Shein haul accounts. Known for its suspiciously low prices, Shein is an online retailer that has blown up the past few years, raking in over two-billion dollars in 2019. Shein is especially popular among teenagers, who start accounts onContinue reading “Society’s Doom: TikTok Hauls”
Feline
By Meriem Cherif Frolicking among the tufts of grass The feline drifts in and out of sight A perfect blend of class and sass With black fur like the darkest night He watches the garden with utmost care To prevent the squirrels from getting near All it takes is his stone cold stare To makeContinue reading “Feline”
Disaster in Kabul
By Meriem Cherif The past year has brought numerous hardships for the people of Afghanistan, especially in the capital city Kabul. Home to over four million people, Kabul has suffered under corrupt regimes, egregious massacres, and now, the pandemic. The troubled history of Kabul began in 1978, after a communist coup killed Prime minister MohammedContinue reading “Disaster in Kabul”
Words for Wally
By Meriem Cherif With it’s familiar red bricks And dark hall behind the quad Westmont is the headquarters Where I meet up with my squad Hallways take me where I please And my steps follow a beat I’ve now memorized the placement Of the gum on the concrete Up in room 58 Each class bringsContinue reading “Words for Wally”
Free The Children Update
By Meriem Cherif Have you been looking for a club where you can fundraise for a good cause, make new friends, and have a say in the change you want to make? Free The Children boasts all three! We are a group of students on campus who work with WE Charity, coming together to makeContinue reading “Free The Children Update”