Dear Edwina Comes to Scarlata Theater

March 29, 2011 • Hamzah Sami, Staff Writer  
Filed under News

   Need some advice on how to deal with a messy sibling or how to fall in love? On March 22nd, Dear Edwina made its debut to the student body of West with the cast singing songs and dancing to the crowd’s pleasure. The musical is about an advice giver Edwina Spoonapple- played by Kimberly Deckman... Read more »

Trash for Cash

March 17, 2011 • Frank Davis, Staff Writer  
Filed under News

   The eWaste drive, organized by West High’s Environmental Club, was held from 10AM to 3PM on February 19th, 2011.  Nothing could stop Torrance resident from coming to the event, and disposing old electronic waste- which has to be properly disposed of.    Usually one has to pay in order to dispose... Read more »

College Information Fair 2011

March 17, 2011 • Frank Davis, Staff Writer  
Filed under News

   Hundreds of students arrived last Saturday, February 26, 2011, at the 30th annual TUSD College Fair which was hosted at North High School from 10AM to 2PM. The College and Information event is an annual fair; sponsored by Torrance PTA, the Torrance District, a team of high school counselors, and... Read more »

West High is Eco-Friendly?

March 17, 2011 • Hamzah Sami, Staff Writer  
Filed under Opinion/Editorial

  Environmental problems are not new, having existed for at least the last two centuries. They are now, more than ever, apparent West High. Dropped bits of food such as meat or even Doritos, are left for seagulls and crows to scavenge. Sometimes there are water or Gatorade bottles either left on a table... Read more »

Uggs: Hot or Not?

March 17, 2011 • Grant Torre, Staff Writer  
Filed under Opinion/Editorial

   Almost every teenage girl owns, or has once owned, a pair of Ugg boots. This expensive, Australian footwear line has gained the nickname “Ugg-lies” by some, while others embrace its comfort and style. While this fashion trend is popular with girls, many boys are puzzled by it. Josh Riley (12)... Read more »

Are You Really What You Eat?

March 3, 2011 • Grant Torre, Staff Writer  
Filed under Feature

   The saying, “You are what you eat” is a common phrase in popular culture, but is it really true? In a recent study published in the Journal of Epidemiology and Community Health, it states that three year olds who ate a higher fat diet had a lower IQ five years later than three year olds who... Read more »

Culturally Aware throughout Cultural Awareness Week

March 3, 2011 • Esther Kim, Staff Writer  
Filed under News

During this year’s Cultural Awareness Week, students found Taiko drums, Korean pop songs, and Indian clothing all in one place. From the festive Cultural Food Day to the Cultural Awareness Assembly, the week was an exciting time for students to experience and appreciate the diversity of cultures present... Read more »

The Cons of Students Partaking in Social Networking

March 3, 2011 • Hamza Sami, Staff Writer  
Filed under Opinion/Editorial

   In this era, many people have made the decision to make either a Facebook or a Twitter account. In previous times, having an AIM was considered very up-to-date and popular. However over time, other websites such as Tumblr, a blogging site where members share events in their lives, and it seems each... Read more »