By Chip Genung ’25 We are less than two months into 2024, and there have already been many developments with the 2024 election and its primaries. In the Democratic Primaries, Biden is dominating as expected, but that is not the interesting primary race. The Republican primary, on the other hand, is shaping up to be a very interesting race. Super Tuesday, the day in March on which most states have their primaries, is quickly approaching, and currently, Donald Trump maintains a strong lead over Ambassador Nikki Haley. Less than a month ago Florida Governor Ron DeSantis dropped out of the race, leaving Haley as the only major contender against Trump for the nomination.
By Cassie Goundrey ’24 Jackson Rink: the beloved barn that is home to our five hockey teams and so much more. As a member of one of these hockey teams, I spend a significant amount of time in Jackson Rink during the winter season; however, I was there just as frequently in the fall because it’s also home to our field hockey locker room. So, I have logged many hours in the rink over my four years at Westy, and I’m not alone in my love for this space: Lucy Wainwright ’25 proudly boasts that “Jackson Rink is the prettiest barn in all of New England.” So, what is it that makes Jackson Rink so unique?
By Jilian Mihailovich ’25 Your parents probably say it all the time, “Why don’t you pick up a book and read?” Or maybe, it was a New Year’s resolution you haven't quite gotten to yet. Either way, reading reduces stress by 68%, is clinically proven to make you smarter, and keeps your brain more effective as you get older. If you ask me, it's something to consider.
By Camilla Norton ’25This past month, students were fortunate enough to have a Wednesday morning off from school to relax and reset. This new tradition, known as mindfulness day, is one that provides students with a much-needed break during what is arguably the most academically challenging term on Williams Hill. Personally, my wellness day was spent practicing yoga with Mr. Doucette and joyously singing karaoke with my friends on the WCC stage. Although this day of rest and relaxation was very beneficial at the moment, the next day I found that I was once again immersed in classes, homework and time-consuming extracurriculars. The contrast between the mindfulness day and a regular day at school made me realize the lack of mindfulness and mental health awareness I practice and consider throughout my school days.
By Alexandria Goodman ’25 On Nov. 18, 2011, Minecraft was fully released to the general public. It has generated massive success with nearly 140 million monthly active players and selling over 300 million copies, making it the bestselling video game in history. In Minecraft, players can play in a three-dimensional world with infinite terrain.
By Charlotte Covill ’25Over this past long weekend, the best rivalry in college sports competed once again. On Saturday, Feb. 3, 2024, the University of North Carolina’s Tar Heels and Duke University’s Blue Devils met for their 262nd game as rivals in Chapel Hill’s Dean E. Smith Center.
By Kimi Weng ’24 If you have been on this planet for a decent amount of time, you may have noticed that human beings are social animals, and we interact with each other almost all the time: at home, at school, in the office, and even on the street. The high level of social interactions between humans makes us feel a sense of belonging, and we often start referring to ourselves as a group, just like how the word “we” is used in this paragraph.
By Trent Jones ’25 Ms. Diaz is a cornerstone of the language department and one of the most vital figures in Westminster's greater community.
By Finn Seeley ’25 For many of us, winter is our favorite season because it allows us to get out in the snow and go skiing. Even if you don’t ski, you probably have a sense of how thrilling and fun it can be. But did you know that skiing actually has several health benefits too? An article published in “Ski Basics” Jan. 6, 2023 states that downhill skiing has been shown to have beneficial effects on cardiovascular and metabolic health, mental health, and muscle and joint mobility.
By Jilian Mihailovich ’25 The big plan was put into action last month! We would officially return to our 9 a.m. start on Tuesdays and Fridays. Initially, campus jumped for joy as visions of extended beauty sleep and more time in the morning popped into our heads; however, now that it is February, the only visions popping into my head are faculty members whose sleep schedules have worsened, and the desperate rush trying to make the quick transition from the last class to the afternoon program.
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