Elephant in the Room (Episode 1)
This is the first episode of our new hot topic debate show. Real students, real opinions, real discussion.
How Truman Prepares Students for the Workforce
BY ROSA PRESTON Everybody has to start somewhere. Even if you aren’t old enough to apply for a fulltime job, there are several jobs that hire 16+ year olds. And at Truman High School, there are several ways that staff tries to help prepare students for their first […]
Is There Actually a Reason to Read the Unabomber’s Manifesto?
BY ADAM PRESTON It’s September 19th, 1995, and you find yourself with a copy of the Washington Post and reading a publication titled, “Industrial Society and Its Future.” It is exceedingly long and covered more than two pages of this major publication, with no clear author in sight […]
Mean Girls: Worth Watching Again
BY THOMAS WOOD When discussing the movies of the early 2000s, many come to mind: Legally Blonde, School of Rock, and Napoleon Dynamite often rear their heads above the pack. However, another movie released in 2004 fits the bill: Mean Girls. Let’s dive into the plot and characters […]
Review: Elvis – Well Worth the Hype
BY VERONICA GRIFFITH Over the summer, a biopic musical drama film was released in theaters and quickly became a hit in the box office. With an audience of all ages and a revival of the immortal Elvis Presley, it’s no surprise that Elvis (2022) raked in nearly 270 […]
Existentialism: a Reply to the Unknown
BY ADAM PRESTON Before continuing through this article, take a moment to reflect upon a time you asked yourself one of the most cliche sayings in philosophy: “What is the meaning of life?” When considering this question another one tends to follow close behind it; that question being […]
The Anticipated Return of The Mars Volta Produces Solid Results
BY DANILO BOOK Of all the consequences of the pandemic, the surprising reunification of several beloved progressive rock bands (Genesis, Porcupine Tree, and King Crimson to name a few) was a welcome one. While The Mars Volta’s highly-anticipated reunion has been in the works since the breakup of […]
Is Homecoming Going to Flop?
BY SYDNEY SNELSON Happy Homecoming week Patriots! You know what this means: Overdone spirit days, cheesy signs, and most importantly, rules! Homecoming is an American tradition. The usage of the dance as a climax to a rom-com or coming-of-age story showing the characters having the best night ever, […]
Is Homecoming Actually Wasteful?
BY ADAM PRESTON It’s that time of year once again at Truman High School. Homecoming is right around the corner and may have even passed by the time of this publication. Every year, Truman Staff and Student Leadership advertise their hearts out in an attempt to sell tickets […]
A Picture of Oscar Wilde: Love Despite
BY BAY COLT Oscar Wilde was an Irish playwright, poet, and aestheticist from the 19th century, well-known both then and now for his witty personality, critically acclaimed writing, and the blazing scandals that characterized his life. He is largely considered to be one of the most famous homosexual […]
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