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Yunoo Kim

Yunoo Kim, Community & World News Editor

Class of 2022

When I’m not at school, you can probably catch me reading, writing, or doodling. I love watching old Disney movies and listening to show tunes.

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Texass May 7 Election will determine what changes will be made to statewide tax collecting procedures. For residents of Austin, an additional proposition regarding no-knock warrants and enforcement of marijuana use will also be on the ballot. Graphic by Yunoo Kim

Texas Voters Prepare For May 7 Election

April 29, 2022
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed a bill that would eliminate Disneys long held special tax status in the state. This comes after the companys public opposition of the Dont Say Gay bill, which DeSantis also signed into law. Graphic by Yunoo Kim

Florida Gov. DeSantis Signs Bill Targeting Disney

April 27, 2022
School will be canceled on Thursday, Feb. 24 due to inclement weather conditions. Photo courtesy of Unsplash

Team USA Takes Home Eight Gold Medals

February 23, 2022
All the regions of Asia are incorporated in this map, with the various subregions demarcated. Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons

Asian Representation Needs to be Highlighted in the Film Industry

January 12, 2022
Representation should be about about chronicling the stories that are unique to different cultures but are truly indicative of the larger human experience. Photo courtesy of Fabien Bigotte.

Harmful East Asian Stereotypes Prevent Positive Representation In the Film Industry

January 10, 2022
Also called the Beaver Moon, the moon became a red-pinkish color as it overlapped with the earths shadow.

Longest Partial Lunar Eclipse Glides Through Austin Night Sky

November 19, 2021
Basil Rathbone, who played Sherlock Holmes in the 1939 film series, is just one of many actors to portray the famous literary detective. In this list, 8 of them are ranked according to how book-accurate and iconic they are. Photo Courtesy of Dennis Amith

Ranking 8 On-Screen Portrayals of Sherlock Holmes

May 22, 2021
The CDC announced on Thursday, May 13 that there had been a change to COVID-19 mask guidelines.

CDC Announces that Vaccinated Can Now Go Outside Maskless

May 19, 2021
Crossword: Name That Famous Asian American!

Crossword: Name That Famous Asian American!

May 16, 2021
Crossword: How Much Do You Know About Shrimp?

Crossword: How Much Do You Know About Shrimp?

May 10, 2021
Lee Isaac Chungs Minari, starring Steven Yeun, Han Ye-ri, Youn Yuh-jung, and more, beautifully captures the Korean American experience. Photo courtesy of @minarimovie on Instagram.

‘Minari’ Explores Korean American Roots

April 29, 2021
How Much Do You Know About Girl Scout Cookies?

How Much Do You Know About Girl Scout Cookies?

March 12, 2021
Chateau Lune runs Wednesdays at 8 p.m. and Fridays at 10 p.m. Photo courtesy of @chateauluneshow.

Ms. Rebecca Roberie on Writing for the ‘Chateau Lune’ Show

December 7, 2020
These colorful gummy bear earrings are just one of many products that can be found in Selenas Bazaar. Photo courtesy of Selena Molinari 24

Selena Molinari ’24 Runs Self-Made Jewelry Business

October 20, 2020
Comic: Types of Students In Online Class

Comic: Types of Students In Online Class

September 16, 2020
The Violet Keepsafe Storage Program provides purple storage bins where people dealing with homelessness can store their personal possessions.

Violet Keepsafe Storage Program Aids Austin Homeless

August 29, 2020
Nonessential retailers include those that exclusively sell clothing, jewelry, toys, books, etc. Photo courtesy of Mike Mozart

Texas Retailers Reopen

April 30, 2020
Onward has moved to digital release early, so viewers can now escape to a fantasy world in the comfort of their own homes. Photo Courtesy of Pixar Onward (@pixaronward).

‘Onward’ Delights with Whimsical Worldbuilding

April 14, 2020
Big Bend National Park, located in southwest Texas, is one of the many parks that are closing due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Big Bend is offering a webcam that will provide a virtual park experience to viewers. Photo courtesy of the National Park Service.

Parks Across the Country Close Due to the Pandemic

April 14, 2020
As a result of COVID-19 fears, panic-buying has left many stores with empty shelves. Medicine, food, and sanitary supplies are some of the biggest targets of this hoarding.

Hoarding Endangers Americans Further During the Coronavirus Pandemic

April 5, 2020
Lauv poses with the alternate sides that make up his identity, such as green Goofy Lauv and and blue Hopeless Romantic Lauv. Photo Courtesy of MOXIE.

Lauv Explores Emotions with Calm and Colorful ‘How I’m Feeling’

March 19, 2020
Lara Jean and Peter share a melancholy scene at the Portland Aquarium. Photo Courtesy of @toalltheboysnetflix.

‘To All the Boys: P.S. I Still Love You’ Proves to be Sweet Seasonal Sequel

February 20, 2020
Dong-ik, the father of the rich Parks, glances behind him before sharing a rumor with his wife. Photo Courtesy of @parasitemovie.

‘Parasite’ Latches on to Audience Despite Language Barrier

February 13, 2020
Within inches of a defender, Gabbi Wallace 22 loses her grip on the ball as she attempts to move it down the court. Wallace was a top scoring player, helping the Lady Warriors gain an early lead and run with it.

JV Girls’ Basketball Conquers McNeil 46-24

February 3, 2020
Karsten Bresser 22 weaves through Cedar Ridges defense. Bresser plays point guard for the JV team.

JV Boys’ Basketball Tripped up by Raiders 47-46

January 19, 2020
Andrea Pena 22 thwarts a Hawk as she heads towards the goal post. Pena is a forward/midfielder for the Warriors.

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Deepti Chowdhury 21 winds up to shoot a goal. Chowdhury scored both goals of the game.

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The team celebrate after scoring their first goal. Both goals were scored by Westwood in the second half of the game.

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Hailey Martinez 21 dribbles the balls near the sidelines. Martinez is a midfielder for the team.

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Skylar Zinnecker 23 battles for the ball during the first half of the game. The teams ended the half 0-0.

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Gonzales AP Chem

AP Chemistry Students Participate in Design Lab

December 14, 2019
The lollipops cheered their friends while they were playing the game. All of them also played in different teams.

Students Participate in Dodgeball Tournament

December 10, 2019
Elf features familiar faces such as Will Ferrell and Zooey Deschanel, and is directed by Iron Mans Jon Favreau. Graphic by Yunoo Kim.

Christmas Classics: ‘Elf’

December 10, 2019
The poster depicts the main characters along with the four elements (earth, water, wind, fire) that play a predominant role in the film. Photo Courtesy of Disney.

‘Frozen II’ Blows Audience Away

December 2, 2019
Students and parents gather at different tables to chat. Food was provided by parents for attendees to eat as they socialized.

Student and Parents Come Together at IB Grateful Gathering

November 21, 2019
Elsa Hughes 20 sings with the rest of the sopranos. Six people from Westwood made the Region for sopranos.

Choir Performs at Region Clinic and Concert

November 13, 2019
Comic: The Monsters of Westwood

Comic: The Monsters of Westwood

October 28, 2019
The Lady Warriors laugh while waiting for the game to start. The team won the game 2-0.

JV Orange Volleyball Takes Down Leander 2-0

October 26, 2019
The Lady Warriors huddle just before the second set starts. They won the second set 25-13.

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Lauren Kelley 21 sets the ball for Catherine Ray 22 to practice before the game. The two players won many points during the game with serves and spikes.

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The Lady Warriors receive advice from Coach Amber Hall after winning the first set. The team won the first set 25-12.

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Warming up before the game, Defensive Specialist Lauren Wood 21 bumps the ball for another player. Wood received the Lions spikes many time throughout the game.

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Beetlejuice might not be animated like many of Tim Burtons other Halloween movies, but it still shows off Burtons peculiar creativity and dark humor. Graphic by Yunoo Kim

[Photo] Halloween Horror Month: 'Beetlejuice'

October 19, 2019
Beetlejuice might not be animated like many of Tim Burtons other Halloween movies, but it still shows off Burtons peculiar creativity and dark humor. Graphic by Yunoo Kim

Halloween Horror Month: ‘Beetlejuice’

October 19, 2019
Professor John B. Goodenough displays an experiment. The professor has been working at the University of Texas at Austin since 1986. Photo courtesy of the University of Texas at Austin.

U.T. Professor Becomes Oldest Nobel Prize Laureate

October 16, 2019
Returning the Mavericks serve, Alex Kriz 23 bumps the ball. Despite the close score at the time, the Lady Warriors pulled ahead and won the first set 25-23.

JV Orange Volleyball Reigns in Mavericks 2-0

October 5, 2019
Seniors Grace Green, Anna Wicker, and Elizabeth Wolf dancing along to Baba Yetu. Baba Yetu was performed by all the choirs. [When we were learning it] we were so stiff and rigid that we didnt allow ourselves that freedom to dance and have fun, Green said. The way its written is joyful and happy, and its amazing to be able to live through that,

Choir Celebrates Autumn at Fall Concert

September 26, 2019
Descendant of the Crane is written by Chinese-American author Joan He, who lives in Philadelphia. Photo Courtesy of Joan He.

Culturally Rich Novel ‘Descendant of the Crane’ Hooks Readers

September 22, 2019
Lydia Harris 22 serves the ball. Harris served the ball four times during the second set.

JV White Volleyball Crushes Hendrickson 2-0

September 14, 2019
Comic: Flexing

Comic: Flexing

September 6, 2019
Niklas Stading 21 sings with the tenor and bass section in the combined rehearsal towards the end of the event.

Choir Students Find Harmony at Hill Country Choral Workshop

August 27, 2019
Comic: Spider-Man: Homeless

Comic: ‘Spider-Man: Homeless’

August 26, 2019
Olivia Cook 23 jumps in the air to hit the ball.

Freshman Volleyball Overpowered by Hays 2-0

August 21, 2019
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