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Pointlessness of life harbors self betterment

Erica Gelman, columnist
June 21, 2016

So, it sometimes seems like I spend the majority of my life as if I’m stuck in one of those cartoons where the characters wake up and although something different happens each day, they still all wear...

Illustration by Jini John

Letter to freshman self: Tips and tricks to live by

Evan Sawires, senior editor
May 27, 2016

Dear past me, Ok. So, over the past four years at GBS, you’ve picked up some stuff. Some of it (6%) good, most of it (94%) not good.  Here are some tips and tricks that hopefully would have balanced...

Final senior days give opportunities to form new friendships

Final senior days give opportunities to form new friendships

Jonathan Lee, co-opinions editor
May 27, 2016

When we first encountered them on our first day of high school, we immediately understood that they are the top dogs. No one is as cool as them. They run the school, they start the trends and they don’t...

“Unacceptable” post-graduation plans lead to unfair judgement

“Unacceptable” post-graduation plans lead to unfair judgement

May 27, 2016

After nearly four years of high school, seniors are given the opportunity to sculpt their future through the college selection process. Most South seniors choose to attend a university while others decide...

College tuition leads to unthinkable decisions, disheartening lifestyles

Elaine Sine, senior editor
May 27, 2016

After we leave high school, we’ll be the mature, untouchable college students getting an education. It doesn’t matter what price we have to pay for it, so long as it’s an education, even if it gives...

A Moon Shaped Pool  astounds listeners, holds up to past successes

A Moon Shaped Pool astounds listeners, holds up to past successes

Sasha Vassilyeva, co-opinions editor
May 27, 2016

For nearly five years, Radiohead has stayed on hiatus with no singles or albums released since 2011 and virtually no activity since the King of Limbs tour in 2012. However, their ninth studio album, A...

Captain America: Civil War revives classic debates

Captain America: Civil War revives classic debates

Lauren Frias and Hannah Mason
May 27, 2016

Below are two writers' takes on the latest Marvel movie, Captain America: Civil War. Captain America defends Avengers What do you think of when you hear the word “superhero”? Maybe you picture...

Smiling lovingly, members of The Oracle Editorial Board pose with their beloved animal companions.  Growing up with animals teaches children valuable lessons.  Photos courtesy of the Editorial Board

Growing up with animals instills valuable lessons

Lilly Ludwig, assistant opinions editor
April 22, 2016

Between volunteering at animal shelters, caring for my own pets, and riding horses, it’s safe to say that I spend as much time with animals as most teenagers spend with their friends and family. This...

Purpose of art rests in power to disturb

Erica Gelman, columnist
April 22, 2016

Art. A rather obtuse word that describes some sort of property that we have somehow grabbed onto, despite the fact that there is nothing about aesthetics that would help us survive as a species. Yet here...

Weezer’s self-titled album embodies love for West Coast, classic vibes

Weezer’s self-titled album embodies love for West Coast, classic vibes

Nick Moran, asst. a&e editor
April 22, 2016

I’ve been backstabbed before. Being a fan of the alternative artist Beck myself, as I looked through albums new and old, they would either treat me to perplexing, fresh songs I loved or, with the release...

Creation of gender neutral restrooms necessitated in efforts towards greater inclusivity

Creation of gender neutral restrooms necessitated in efforts towards greater inclusivity

April 22, 2016

The GBS faculty has been addressing gender related problems of students by forming the Gender In Schools Committee, a committee that brings together teacher volunteers who discuss how to aid safety regarding...

Batman v. Superman wrongly under-credited by critics

Batman v. Superman wrongly under-credited by critics

Hannah Mason, co-editor-in-chief
April 22, 2016

Something that most people, even my closest friends, fail to realize about me is what a huge superhero fan I am. When I’m feeling bored, I’ll read articles to try to learn more about the comic universe....

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