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Sid Goldfader-Dufty, Staff Writer
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Ella Chen, Editor in Chief, Design
Mia Fessel, Staff Writer
March 2, 2023
The Atlanta Public Safety Training Center, dubbed Cop City by critics, has caused a wave of controversy, reigniting fights about police violence and Indigenous sovereignty. Cop City is a large planned project aimed at training police. It would include a mock city to practice urban warfare, explosive...
March 2, 2023
With the Bay Area’s high exposure to the forefront of technological development in Silicon Valley, digital ecosystems naturally develop all around us....
February 6, 2023
In November 2022, the first midterm elections after Roe v. Wade was overturned took place. It was a contentious election, with a joint ABC News and Washington...
November 17, 2022
The 2021-2022 Supreme Court term rattled the nation. With controversial and historical rulings such as the overturning of Roe v. Wade, the term demonstrated...
Ella Chen, Editor in Chief, Design
March 2, 2023 • Comments closed
Not even two months into 2023, California has already seen nine mass shootings that have resulted in the deaths of 32 people, according to the Gun Violence Archive. From the Monterey Park shooting that killed 11 people celebrating on the eve of the Lunar New Year to the Oakland and Half Moon Bay shootings, these incidents of extreme violence have left communities affected as...
March 2, 2023
The Urban School of San Francisco prides itself on its community and inclusive affinity spaces – but is that true for mixed-race people? Some mixed-race...
March 2, 2023
In 2018, the National Former Prison Survey recorded that of the two million people incarcerated in the United States, and those who were formerly incarcerated,...
March 2, 2023
Quizlet is a crucial part of student life, as it makes the creation and use of study sets easier for students across the globe. Over 85 percent of Urban...
Reese Bassuk, Sports and Caboose Editor
March 14, 2023 • Comments closed
The ACT and SAT, previously essential to get into college, have now become optional for the vast majority of universities in the United States. According to Forbes, more than 80% of four-year colleges won’t require the submission of a standardized test for fall 2023 admissions. Standardized tests...
March 14, 2023
Urban’s Month of Understanding (MOU) events are hosted by MultiCulti during the months of January and February. These events aim to uplift voices of marginalized communities at Urban and educate the broader community. MultiCulti is comprised of all affinity space leaders, a small number of open members and the Dean of Equity...
March 14, 2023
As of January 24, the 2023 Oscar nominations are here! The following are nominations from Urban’s faculty and staff. The nominations agree with already previous nominations and add onto the nominations from this year: MICHELLE YEOH FOR BEST ACTRESS: “I love Michelle Yeoh. I think she's amazing....
March 14, 2023
The Daily (New York Times) “The Daily,” hosted by the well-known Michael Barbaro and Sabrina Tavernise of The New York Times, is a great way to keep up with what is happening in the world. With over 1,700 episodes produced since 2017, this beloved New York Times podcast releases new episodes five times a week, with each...
Eliot Solomon, Editor, Features
November 17, 2022 • Comments closed
Despite a smaller space and less equipment than a regular gym, Urban’s weight room is inhabited by over 50 students. For many, Urban’s weight room is a desirable workout space due to the community. “I've definitely made friends through the weight room,” said Nobu Nitta-Mack ‘24, fitness...
October 23, 2022
Prior to Serena Williams’ rise to fame, U.S. women’s tennis could be described as a dainty, all-white, and primarily wealthy game. Williams helped to revolutionize the sport; moving around the court with speed and immense athleticism, she hit serves...
Eliot Solomon, Features and Multimedia Editor
March 14, 2023 • Comments closed
With Netflix’s loss in subscriber growth throughout 2022, the streaming service is making changes to entice possible subscribers and increase revenue. Instead of prioritizing high-quality original content to do this, Netflix has made changes such as...
March 14, 2023
Cross country is the hardest sport Urban has to offer. It is rarely considered enjoyable, and at many other sports practices coaches make athletes run as a punishment for slacking off. The sport...
February 6, 2023
I get that you’re a white American, but where are you really from? Before unpacking this complex subject, it is important to note that while the concept of whiteness was invented to uphold...
November 17, 2022
The typical fangirl is often depicted as a female-identifying person hysterically screaming and crying, praying to be noticed by the generic boy band. A sports fan in their element, however,...
Jordan McCornock and Sid Goldfader-Dufty
November 17, 2022
Have you ever wondered what your grade dean is listening to when their office door is closed and their...
October 23, 2022
As a small private school nested in the Haight-Ashbury area, Urban students have developed idiosyncratic mannerisms reflective of such an environment. One such manifestation is in the vernacular used in the community,...
April 26, 2022
Although summer is within our grasp, the final six weeks of the school year can feel long and at times unbearable with final exams, projects and presentations. Below is a map of Urban with a guide to some great...
April 26, 2022
The seniors are all glown up! Here are a few seniors and their transformations since freshman year. I asked seniors to describe how they’ve changed since freshman year: not just in looks but also in character. Fiona...
March 14, 2023
Reese Bassuk, Sports and Caboose EditorMarch 14, 2023
Sid Goldfader-Dufty, Staff WriterMarch 14, 2023
Riley Young, Staff WriterNovember 17, 2022
Ella Chen, Editor in Chief, CreativeNovember 17, 2022
Dawson Hoe, Managing Editor, OnlineNovember 17, 2022
Reese Bassuk, Editor, SportsApril 26, 2022
Luke McKane, Staff Writer, DesignerApril 26, 2022
Reese Bassuk, Staff WriterMarch 4, 2022
Cooper Makhijani, Opinions EditorNovember 18, 2021
Ella Chen, Staff Writer