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The student news site of Westwood High School.

Westwood Horizon
Mae Bruce

Mae Bruce, A&E Editor

 I enjoy listening to music, singing, and writing. I have two cats and a tortoise that I love the most. I strongly believe in ghosts and spend most of my free time watching true crime documentaries. I can’t wait to pursue a career in journalism.

All content by Mae Bruce
Rachel Rusch '20 sings a solo during 'Super Trouper' by ABBA.

Choir Performs Diverse Music at ‘Cabaret’

Mae Bruce, A&E Editor
April 30, 2019
'Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer' (1964) is a television special showcasing the story of Rudolph, a reindeer with a glowing red nose, and his journey to become one of Santa's famous reindeer.

Christmas Classics: ‘Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer’

Mae Bruce, A&E Editor
December 4, 2018
The Pre-Area auditions are a part of the TMEA process.

Choir Hosts Pre-Area Audition

Mae Bruce, A&E Editor
November 14, 2018
Seniors Jenny Xu and Chelsea Terranova pose in front of the Bean.

Staff Recognized in Chicago Journalism Convention Write-Offs

November 5, 2018
The Texas Chainsaw Massacre (1974) continues to horrify audiences after 40 years.

Halloween Horror Month: ‘The Texas Chainsaw Massacre’

Mae Bruce, A&E Editor
October 1, 2018
Laney McFadden '20 grins at a friend. Photo courtesy of Rachel Rusch

Choir Camp Passes Down New Traditions

Mae Bruce, A&E Editor
September 12, 2018
Everyone Loves Chuy's: Here's Why

Everyone Loves Chuy’s: Here’s Why

Mae Bruce, A&E Editor
July 13, 2018
Invisible Illness: Crohn's Disease

Invisible Illness: Crohn’s Disease

Mae Bruce, A&E Editor
April 13, 2018
[VOICES OF WOOD] Sejal Jain '20 Discusses Songwriting Process

[VOICES OF WOOD] Sejal Jain ’20 Discusses Songwriting Process

Mae Bruce, Haley Haverda, and Anna Chuo
March 29, 2018
Invisible Illness: Anosmia

Invisible Illness: Anosmia

Mae Bruce, A&E Editor
March 19, 2018
Invisible Illness: Orthorexia

Invisible Illness: Orthorexia

Mae Bruce, A&E Editor
February 21, 2018
Wear Blue for Human Trafficking Prevention Month

Wear Blue for Human Trafficking Prevention Month

Mae Bruce, A&E Editor
January 23, 2018
'Star Wars: The Last Jedi' Misses Mark for Star-Studded Film

‘Star Wars: The Last Jedi’ Misses Mark for Star-Studded Film

Lizzie Deal and Mae Bruce
December 27, 2017
[VOICES OF WOOD] Principal Mario Acosta

[VOICES OF WOOD] Principal Mario Acosta

Mae Bruce, Anna Chuo, and Haley Haverda
December 14, 2017
OPINION: We Need to Talk about 'Just Girl Things'

OPINION: We Need to Talk about ‘Just Girl Things’

Mae Bruce, A&E Editor
November 9, 2017
Lane Popps '21 signs "The Star-Spangled Banner" along with other students.

ASL Students Sign the National Anthem at Homecoming Game

Mae Bruce, A&E Editor
October 17, 2017
Austin Pride Festival Rescheduled

Austin Pride Festival Rescheduled

Mae Bruce, A&E Editor
August 25, 2017
Players rally together before the game.

JV Boys’ Lacrosse Wins District

Mae Bruce, A&E Editor
April 27, 2017
Five Ways to Celebrate Earth Day

Five Ways to Celebrate Earth Day

Mae Bruce and Lizzie Deal
April 21, 2017
Krithika Shamanna '18 Introduces LaunchPad Initiative

Krithika Shamanna ’18 Introduces LaunchPad Initiative

Mae Bruce, A&E Editor
April 21, 2017
Sam Smith '19

Sam Smith ’19

Mae Bruce, A&E Editor
April 4, 2017
Beauty and the Beast Falls Short of Becoming Monster Hit

Beauty and the Beast Falls Short of Becoming Monster Hit

Mae Bruce, A&E Editor
March 24, 2017
OPINION: International Women's Day Shows That Progress Must Be Made

OPINION: International Women’s Day Shows That Progress Must Be Made

Lizzie Deal and Mae Bruce
March 9, 2017
OPINION: Traditional Entertainment is On the Decline

OPINION: Traditional Entertainment is On the Decline

Mae Bruce, A&E Editor
February 28, 2017
OPINION: 'Alternative Facts' or Propaganda?

OPINION: ‘Alternative Facts’ or Propaganda?

Mae Bruce, A&E Editor
January 26, 2017
Once Upon a Musical

Once Upon a Musical

Mae Bruce and Lizzie Deal
January 13, 2017
OPINION: A Very Commercialized Christmas

OPINION: A Very Commercialized Christmas

Mae Bruce, A&E Editor
December 12, 2016
'Fantastic Beasts and Where To Find Them' Brings the Magic Back to the Box Office

‘Fantastic Beasts and Where To Find Them’ Brings the Magic Back to the Box Office

Mae Bruce, A&E Editor
November 22, 2016
Donald Trump made immigration a central part of the 2016 campaign. Now, with deepening economic woes, many fear that Trump is taking advantage of unemployment numbers to shut down immigration.

Why I’m Scared of a Donald Trump Presidency

Mae Bruce, A&E Editor
November 11, 2016
OPINION: New Clinton Email Investigation is Unwarranted

OPINION: New Clinton Email Investigation is Unwarranted

Mae Bruce, A&E Editor
November 3, 2016
National Bullying Prevention Month: A Call to Action For Everyone

National Bullying Prevention Month: A Call to Action For Everyone

Mae Bruce, A&E Editor
October 24, 2016
LGBTQA+ History Month: Celebrating Our Achievements So Far

LGBTQA+ History Month: Celebrating Our Achievements So Far

Mae Bruce, A&E Editor
October 17, 2016
Arson Investigation Launched for 2013 Fertilizer Plant Explosion

Arson Investigation Launched for 2013 Fertilizer Plant Explosion

Mae Bruce, A&E Editor
May 20, 2016
Doors Near Java City Shattered, Investigation Ensues

Doors Near Java City Shattered, Investigation Ensues

Anna Chuo, Mae Bruce, and Annie Bowers
May 16, 2016
JV Softball Falls to McNeil 3-5

JV Softball Falls to McNeil 3-5

Mae Bruce, A&E Editor
April 21, 2016
'The Jungle Book' Re-Make Lives Up to Original

‘The Jungle Book’ Re-Make Lives Up to Original

Mae Bruce, A&E Editor
April 20, 2016
Boys Varsity Soccer Ties with Cedar Ridge in Last Game of Season

Boys Varsity Soccer Ties with Cedar Ridge in Last Game of Season

Mae Bruce, A&E Editor
March 16, 2016
Boys JV Orange Soccer Emerges Victorious Over Pflugerville

Boys JV Orange Soccer Emerges Victorious Over Pflugerville

Mae Bruce, A&E Editor
March 7, 2016
A Recap of Texas College Football

A Recap of Texas College Football

Mae Bruce, A&E Editor
December 11, 2015
Why 2015 was the Year of the YouTubers

Why 2015 was the Year of the YouTubers

Mae Bruce, A&E Editor
November 12, 2015
Image credit: YouTube

Kansas City Royals Beat New York Mets in World Series

Mae Bruce, A&E Editor
November 4, 2015
Students Raise Awareness of Breast Cancer During Pep Rally

Students Raise Awareness of Breast Cancer During Pep Rally

Mae Bruce, A&E Editor
October 21, 2015

Choir Presents Fall Concert

Mae Bruce, A&E Editor
October 19, 2015
Banned Book Review: 'The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian'

Banned Book Review: ‘The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian’

Mae Bruce, A&E Editor
September 30, 2015
Pope Francis Visits United States

Pope Francis Visits United States

Mae Bruce, A&E Editor
September 29, 2015
Homecoming Performances Showcase School Organizations

Homecoming Performances Showcase School Organizations

Mae Bruce, A&E Editor
September 14, 2015
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