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Entertainment & Media
Greta Gerwig's 'Lady Bird' is an Ode to Individualism
The five-time Oscar-nominated Lady Bird is an aesthetically pleasing coming-of-age film from debut director and writer Greta Gerwig. The film set in Sacramento, California is centered around 18-year-old Christine McPherson, who has bestowed the name Lady Bird upon herself. The movie follows Lady Bird as she embarks on her senior year at a Catholic high school and navigates the typical issues that are depicted in coming of age films whether it be struggling to find one’s true interests, friends, and overall identity . . .
| By John Donovan
Sports
The Creation of the NFL
The sport of football was played as early as the 1800s, but in 1892 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania professional football was created. This happened when the Yale football star William Heffelfinger was paid $500 to play in a single game for the Allegheny Athletic Association on November 12th. This small action had a much bigger effect than anyone could have imagined. For the next three decades, pro football struggled along, played primarily in small towns throughout western Pennsylvania and the Midwest . . .
| By Nova Robbins
Super Bowl 52 Historic Records
The Super Bowl has evolved into much more than a game for football fans all around the world. It’s a time where families gather to enjoy each other's company, eat unhealthy foods and root hard for the team they love. Going into Super Bowl 52 the New England Patriots were favored by a slight 4.5 points over the Philadelphia Eagles. which by the end of Sunday night had some bettors in Vegas wishing they had changed their selections . . .
| By Jack Shuster
Advice & More
The Summer Quest
Have you started thinking about how you want to spend your summer yet? Perhaps getting a job, spending time at summer camp, going on vacation, or more? I’m sure that many of you have not even begun to think about the big break, yet it is quickly approaching. Summer vacation is one of the best times for you to express yourself, find a hobby, and expand your knowledge. One of the best ways to do so is to apply for educational programs and internships . . .
| By Alexa Solomon
