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Aaron Lester, the Swordsman

Aaron Lester, the Swordsman

By Emma Shields June 10, 2013

En Garde, fleche, lunge, and parry. Some may have heard these terms in movies, others may have no idea what they are, and a select few know that they are fencing terms. Sophomore Aaron Lester can collaborate...

Evergreen vs. Nevergreen

Evergreen vs. Nevergreen

By Lauren Lampl June 10, 2013

According to a study done by the National Christmas Tree Association and USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service, 33 million real Christmas trees are purchased in the United States each year. Only...

Freshman Karina Hoge Shows Passion for Cirque du Soleil Acrobatics

Freshman Karina Hoge Shows Passion for Cirque du Soleil Acrobatics

By Maile Resta June 10, 2013

"Some people like soccer, volleyball, or swimming but I found a unique passion, I know it is odd but I love it,” freshman Karina Hoge said. Her passion is gymnastics. In addition to being a gymnast,...

Mill Valley Indian Food Showdown

Mill Valley Indian Food Showdown

By Miles Lundgren June 10, 2013

There are several Indian restaurants within (driving) reach during Tam’s 45-minute lunch period. Many of these restaurants serve delicious Indian food at reasonable prices. What is the best place to...

Susan Gertman Offers Guidance in the College and Career Center

Susan Gertman Offers Guidance in the College and Career Center

By Emma Sandrolini June 10, 2013

Susan Gertman, the head of the college and career center, has been serving students at Tam for nine years. She gives guidance on college, financial aid, internships, and sends out emails about every other...

Vampire Weekend: Modern Vampires of The City

Vampire Weekend: Modern Vampires of The City

By Devon Stoeber June 10, 2013

It’s the end of May and everyone’s searching for the album to put them in that summer mood. “Modern Vampires of the City,” new album from indie-rock band Vampire Weekend, seems to be a perfect...

The Nationals New Album Doesnt Impress

The National’s New Album Doesn’t Impress

By Veronica Russell June 10, 2013

The National’s sixth and newest album “Trouble Will Find Me” will be a good new addition to the musical libraries of regular National fans, but will probably not draw attention from any new listeners....

Jaden Smiths New Single Creates Controversy

Jaden Smith’s New Single Creates Controversy

By Morgana Sidhom June 9, 2013

Former star of "The Karate Kid" and seed of Will Smith, Jaden Smith came from a place of greatness. The 14-year old movie star recently started dabbling with the music industry, releasing his hit single...

Sophomore Taylor Brattons Quest to Save the Sharks

Sophomore Taylor Bratton’s Quest to Save the Sharks

By Sam Allen June 9, 2013

Ever since she was a little girl, sophomore Taylor Bratton has had a fascination with the ocean and the magical creatures that dwell below its surface, especially sharks. Bratton has been actively trying...

New Lulu App Allows Women to Rate Men

New “Lulu” App Allows Women to Rate Men

By Natasha Harvey June 8, 2013

A new application called Lulu has struck the teenage world that allows girls to comment and rate their male Facebook friends. The app was originally popular among college students and has now made it to...

Why Wesley Was Wrong About The Great Gatsby

Why Wesley Was Wrong About “The Great Gatsby”

By Emma Boczek June 7, 2013

Reaction to the recent Baz Luhrmann film The Great Gatsby was largely critical. “A $100 million, 3D Gatsby?” the public collectively cried. A 48 percent rating on the movie review website Rotten Tomatoes,...

Vessel album by Twenty One Pilots

“Vessel” album by Twenty One Pilots

By Lyndsey Romjue, Lyndsey Romjue, and Lyndsey Romjue June 7, 2013

Twenty One Pilots, a band from Ohio that consists of singer/songwriter/pianist Tyler Joseph and drummer Josh Dun, have seamlessly combined alternative and indie music with powerful rap. Their new album...

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