Has America’s rampant sense of individualism caused concerts to be less safe?
In August of 2021, Hurricane Henri caused lightning to crack the sky and threatened to cancel my first concert since the pandemic first began. Yet there I stood, shielded from sheets of rain by a thin plastic poncho, mere feet away from the members of the indie folk band Wilco.
Read MoreHow many books do you think have been banned from libraries in the US? If you didn't know, to put it into context, more than 273 titles were challenged or banned in 2020 alone. Some famous books that have been banned are Carrie by Steven King, Animal Farm by George Orwell and Invisible man by Ralph Elison. One that even surprised us, and might intrigue you, is the Fellowship of the Ring, by J R R Tolkien, which was a banned book.
Read MoreFrom the hypocrisy of Hollywood and the rise of anti-Asian violence, the superficiality of the recent popularity of Asian representation in the media is a weak plot to garner views and diversity points. The racist history of Hollywood's representation of Asian characters has harmed the greater culture's perception of Asian Americans.
Read MoreOn Friday, September 24th, the most significant climate protest in two years took place, led by students across Portland. It was a chance for students to have their voices heard and to take action.
Read MoreThis year’s CatlinSpeak seniors would like to share some of the experiences of the Catlin Gabel class of 2021.
Read MoreAs the United States nears the one-year anniversary of the beginning of its experiences in earnest with the COVID-19 pandemic, emotions over school reopenings have never run higher. Unfortunately, when one analyzes the debate over school reopenings, no obvious answer reveals itself.
Read MoreAs we slowly approach one year of quarantine, I have reflected on how much daily life has changed, from Zoom school to wearing a mask on walks in my neighborhood. At the beginning of this, the quarantine allowed somewhat of a break, a short time period to ponder anything we wanted to.
Read MoreThe nation of Cuba has been a notoriously controversial nation for 70 years. As Americans, we often hear about Cuba in an extremely negative light. Given that Cuba is one of 6 nations with a communist government, American news and culture frequently reflect negatively on Cuba and its system of government.
Read MoreThis year, Catlin Gabel School (CGS) Upper School students have attended a few virtual assemblies run by CGS’ Anti-Racist Collective (ARC). At 10:40 a.m. on a Wednesday, they open their laptops, and log onto a meeting. Some turn off their screens. A few minutes later, the assembly commences. The student leaders introduce themselves, the topic, and the panelists, who will later share their stories to the student body.
Read MoreWith the fashion industry accounting for 10% of global carbon emissions and 20% of waste water, creating a sustainable and “green” image has become important for fashion companies. Brands like H&M and Zara (including its parent company Inditex) promote their dedication to combating the impact that their products have on climate change, but is any progress being made?
Read MoreEveryday, we consume media. This media comes in many different forms such as movies, TV shows, music, images, and videos from social media platforms.
Read MoreThe way people who struggle with addiction are treated needs to change, and HBO’s “Euphoria” might just help push that change.
Read MoreAfter organizing a video event intended to give people of color a chance to have their voices heard through art, as well as to bring awareness to the Black Lives Matter movement, Catlin Gabel School (CGS) sophomores Niah Sei and Annie Chang started the student club POC Voices Heard to give people of color a platform to have their opinions heard and appreciated.
Read MoreThe teenage years involve an avalanche of changes that our bodies go through, and for many, this includes an increase in acne and skin irritations. Insecurities stemming from skin issues are only intensified by social media and the consistent comparison– between their peers and the beauty standard of “perfect” skin– that teenagers have to deal with.
Read MoreMy dearest CGS Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) community,
As I get ready to leave the Catlin Gabel School (CGS) bubble, I am thinking more about what it means to be Asian in America and realizing that, though most teens our age tend to roll their eyes at “community” or “diversity,” it makes a tremendous difference in a world where not everyone thinks like you and where being nice to each other is no longer a given.
Read MoreI’ve been coming to this campus nearly everyday for the past 15 years. Without a doubt, it’s become my second home. I am graduating this week and have been reflecting on my time here.
Read MoreAs a graduating senior, I am frequently finding myself reflecting on my three years here at Catlin Gabel School (CGS). I’m laughing at the memories I’ve treasured with the friends I made, and letting out (multiple) sighs of relief that I am, at long last, free from the harrowing processes of writing English essays. However, before I go, I wanted to address something I have noticed since my first year here.
Read MoreAfter reflecting on my own experience and interviewing students its clear that many students of color feel dismissed and labeled as "other" in a community that prides itself on inclusion. Stay tuned till the end for a reading of poem "Eggshells! Poster Child?”
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