June 2019 The Mall Vol. 74, Issue 2 The Student Newspaper of The Hun School of Princeton

Photo courtesy of the Communications Office At the annual “Pass it On” ceremony sponsored by the College Counseling Office, the graduating class wrote words of wisdom for the next graduating class, created thank you notes to the teachers who helped them get to the finish line, and of course celebrated their college destinations. Farewell, Class of 2019! Where are they going?

The University of Alabama (2) Dickinson College (2) University of Kentucky University of Rochester American University Drew University Lehigh University Sacred Heart University Amherst College Drexel University (3) Louisiana State University Saint Joseph’s University Babson College (3) East Stroudsburg University of Pennsyl- Loyola University Maryland The College of Saint Rose Barnard College vania Marquette University Salisbury University Bates College Elon University (2) McDaniel College San Diego State University Bentley University Emory University McGill University, Canada The University of Scranton Boston University Fairfield University Mercyhurst University Skidmore College Bournemouth University, UK Fordham University University of Miami University of St Andrews, Scotland Brandeis University Franklin & Marshall College (2) Montana State University, Bozeman Stevens Institute of Technology (2) Brown University (2) Furman University Nazareth College St. Lawrence University Bucknell University Gap Year (3) New York University (2) Stonehill College University of California, Los Angeles Georgetown University (2) The University of North Carolina at Tulane University University of California, San Diego The George Washington University Chapel Hill Vanderbilt University Carnegie Mellon University Georgia Institute of Technology Northeastern University (6) University of Vermont The Catholic University of America Gettysburg College (2) University of Notre Dame (2) Villanova University University of Chicago (2) Hampton University Nova Southeastern University Wake Forest University Christopher Newport University Hobart and William Smith Colleges (2) University of Pennsylvania Washington and Lee University Clemson University Howard University (2) Pennsylvania State University (7) Wesleyan University Colgate University (2) University of Illinois at Urbana-Cham- Pepperdine University West Virginia University Colorado School of Mines paign (2) University of Pittsburgh Worcester Polytechnic Institute Columbia University (2) Imperial College London, UK Post Graduate Year Yale University Cornell University (2) Jacksonville University Princeton University Davidson College Johns Hopkins University (2) Purdue University Denison University Kean University Quinnipiac University (3)

IN THIS ISSUE NextTerm is Here! See pg. 12

OPINIONS HUN HAPPENINGS & ARTS & pages 2-3 NEWS ENTERTAINMENT Technology Impact pages 4-8, 11 page 9-10 SAT vs ACT Young Women’s Leadership Fortnite More Teacher Diversity Series Movie Review: Avenders Needed New Schedule Endgame and more Senior Spotlight: Victor & Gigi Technology Impact Faculty Farewells Foreign Cinema and more Spring Productions

Photo Courtesy of Otis Douce Page 2 June 2019 OPINIONS Technology: Help or Hindrance? The M all By Devon Cowan ’19 way to avoid others.” I have every resource I could Est. 1945 Volume 74 Issue 2 June 2019 At Hun, students are pre- ever need right in front of Editors Students literally have the Luiza Loyo ’19, pared for life beyond the life me.,” says Nelson. But with Laura Kim ’19, Kathy Wang ’21 world in their pocket: calen- at school. However, I won- every positive views about dar, compass, camera, cal- der if the amount of time we technology, there are many Writers & Staff culator, computer, Facetime, spend on technology in school negatives as well. Nicolas Attala ’20, Maya Connell ’21, Devon Cowan ’19, Jake Fradkin ’20, GPS, music, navigation, so- could potentially hinder that According to Burke, even Seth Jeter ’21, Elizabeth Ji ’21 (artist), Alexander Li ’21, Erike Lee ’20, cial media, and text messag- process, especially when the when students are with their Luiza Loyo ’19, Isabelle Peel ’19, Jack Ruddy ’19, Devyn Santori ’20 ing. A phone allows them majority of time we spend on friends, a resounding eight in to contact anyone or search our technological devices are ten millennials feel they are Faculty Advisor anything in the world with not for academic purposes. often more vocal or able to Ms. Dara Martin the touch of their fingertips. Technology enables stu- express themselves in text or However, when students are dents to do activities such as online than they are in person. fully encompassed in the digi- “having video chats with other Even in classrooms, students Editorial Statement Opinions expressed in The Mall are solely those of the writers and not necessarily represen- tal world behind a screen, they classes all over the world on are more likely to participate tative of the views of The Mall or The Hun School of Princeton. Readers who notice errors miss what is happening in the International Day of the Girl in classwork on electronics should contact the staff at [email protected] real world right around them, (Cultural Anthropology) and rather than in person. day after day. watching an open heart sur- “Technology is an amaz- It seems that technology is The Hun School of Princeton gery from across the country ing element and definitely 176 Edgerstoune Road hurting high school students’ (Human Anatomy & Phys- has its perks, but at the age of Princeton, NJ 08540 educational and personal ex- iology). It allows students the students I teach, I do not perience. At the age when to learn topics and cultures think that some of them are Headmaster head of Upper School a majority of development all over the world right from mature enough to ignore the Jonathan G. Brougham Ryan Hews and growth happens, kids are Princeton, New Jersey. distractions that the beauty completely disengaged from “It gives us access to peo- of technology provides,” says Enough is Enough: the world surrounding them, ple and other resources that Ms. Patricia Garrison, English causing a lack of educational we couldn’t reach without it. teacher. Antisemitism Endures benefit and social skill. I know that many students at- With the immense power Teachers and students who tend this school due to this as- of technology, there comes By Jake Fradkin ’20 It is not merely enough are technologically advanced pect of Hun and it is important a great responsibility in the to feign sympathy for dead or “tech savvy” may believe that we recognize the value of hands of the students. Six months ago, I wrote an Jews, whether they be the six this is not true for the majori- the technology because it is “If you are able to uphold article in The Mall in response million martyrs murdered in ty, yet after OnePoll, a market such an overlooked privilege the values of using technol- to the massacre at Tree of Life the Shoah, or the brave Israe- research company, conducted that our school offers and en- ogy to a high degree at our Synagogue in Pittsburgh. Af- lis in Sderot and Nahal Oz an opt-in survey, the study of compasses,” said Ms. Bethany school, then success is reach- ter memorializing the lives killed by Hamas rockets, or 2,000 millennials found 65 Loffredo, Dean of Students. able. On the other hand, if a lost in the tragedy, I conclud- the Jews in Poway and Pitts- percent don’t feel confident Students such as Brian Nel- student is caught plagiarizing ed with advice for my fellow burgh who perished in mas- when it comes to face-to-face son ’19 enjoys using technol- and or cheating with the unap- Jews: “Be proud of your faith. sacres. Those Jews are dead. social situations. ogy for tasks such as note tak- proved access to technology, Continue attending shul for The Jews who have perished Darron Burke, Grower and ing, studying for assessments, this privilege will absolutely Shabbat services. Hang mezu- due to antisemitism in the past Roaster of Don Pablo Coffee, and preparing for presenta- be revoked and a penalization zot on your doorposts. Wear several months have been laid said “the data even shows that tions. will be present,” says Andre your Magen David with pride. to rest, innocent men, women, plenty of young people are so “I love using my computer Balian ’19. “Like many other And never, whatever the cost and children killed by a world uncomfortable with these in- in class for papers and to quiz valuable things in this world, may be, surrender to those seething with Jew-hatred. The teractions that they will back or test myself on material. I our technology is a privilege, who seek our destruction.” world murdered them. Each out of plans or go out of their feel that with my technology, not a right.” It is with great sorrow and and every person who has ig- despair that I am writing yet nored this hatred murdered another article about a syn- them. We must now ask: How agogue shooting. On the many more must die until we morning of April 27th, Lori wake up? Gilbert-Kaye (Z’’L) was mur- Empty expressions of sym- dered. The peaceful tunes of pathy mean nothing when Shabbat morning obscured the you continue to ignore an- burgeoning hatred beneath the tisemitism around the world. surface in every state, county, Thoughts and prayers ring and city in this land. This ha- like a mockery in the ears of tred is not new nor is it surpris- the slaughtered when you are ing. It has poisoned the wells silent as Jews in Brooklyn are of all the great civilizations of assaulted or as thousands of human history, from the Ro- rockets rain down on Jews in mans to the Greeks to the Ger- the Land of Israel. mans. What is antisemitism? An- In December, I wrote a re- tisemitism is when you cannot Illustration by Elizabeth Ji ’21 search paper on contemporary observe the Sabbath in shul antisemitism in Western Eu- without fearing for your life. It rope. I asked, in a play on the is when politicians on the left spurious tears. Stand with modern society. beliefs. We see the massacre at popular Pesach hymn “Day- and the right accuse your peo- the Hasidic Jews of New York Yet, I will not be silenced, the mosques in Christchurch. enu,” how many dead Jews ple of bribing politicians into City who are constant victims and nor should you. When We see the bombings on Eas- will be enough? supporting your causes. It is of violent attacks perpetrated you are attacked for who you ter across Sri Lanka. We are Not a century ago were six when hundreds of rockets are by their fellow citizens. Stand are, whether it be for religion, all under attack. million of us condemned to launched at your people just with the Jews of Europe who race, sexual orientation, or the As a Jew and as an Amer- death in the wretched camps for their religion. It is when continue to fall victim to a so- like, stand up for yourself. If ican, I have a solemn respon- of Nazi Europe. Not long after you are told by a young man ciety that has not learned from you don’t, who will? Don’t be sibility to resist antisemi- were nearly a million Jews ex- your age that Israel is an ille- its murderous past. Stand with a victim. And when you wit- tism and hatred in all forms. pelled from Muslim lands and gitimate state and that you, not the Jews of Israel who endure ness any form of hatred against Bleeding profusely after being forced to again wander across merely Jews but you, killed Je- the constant threat of annihila- anybody, stand up for them. shot in the hand, Rabbi Yis- the desert in search for Eretz sus. That is antisemitism. tion. Unfortunately, we see today roel Goldstein of the Poway Yisrael [The Land of Israel]. Either stand with all Jews, I have little confidence that continuing bigotry against Chabad assured his congrega- Clearly, the Holocaust did not from Poway to Sderot, from my fellow citizens will take Jews, Muslims, Christians, tion: “Am Yisrael Chai! The quench the antisemites’ blood- London to Jerusalem, in all cir- up this challenge and extirpate and Hindus alike. We see all people of Israel live!” Baruch lust. cumstances, or spare us your the evil of Jew hatred from these groups mocked for their HaShem [Thank G-d], we do. The Mall Page 3 OPINIONS Should the SAT and ACT Promoting Teacher Play a Role in College Diversity at Hun Admittance? By Erika Lee ’20 because minority teachers can is important for white students serve as role models, socially to encounter black people By Isabelle Peel ’19 The racial gap in the make- and emotionally, who share who are knowledgeable,” she up of our classrooms often students’ ethnic identity. Mi- wrote. “What opportunities The SAT or ACT. Arguably goes unnoticed. Our student nority students at Hun tend to do white students have to see the biggest test a student will body is 8% African American, go to the few minority teachers and experience black compe- take in his or her high school 15% Asian, 15% Hispanic, on campus for guidance and tence?” career. Merely thinking about NA, ME or other, and 62% mentorship. I have seen this To come across teachers – the number two pencils, ap- white. A majority of our teach- trend continuously through- strong, knowledgeable people proved calculators, filling in ers are white. out my three years here, and I in leadership roles that are not bubbles, and sitting for four According to the Nation- genuinely believe that a higher a part of the hegemonic white hours straight makes my heart mitted students at test optional al Center for Education Sta- presence of minority teachers group undeniably has the po- race and palms sweat. I’ve school is a better indicator of tistics, 80.1% of all public will impact our considerable tential to change how a student been stressing about this test that student’s chances of col- school teachers from 2015 to population of minority stu- views minorities throughout since my freshman year since lege success. 2016 were white, compared to dents for the better, regarding his or her lifetime. Hun’s mis- it is a determining factor in Currently, the majority of less than half of the students. the decisions they make at sion is to prepare students for college admissions. colleges and university are In contrast, less than 20% of school and in the future. a “diverse and ever changing Although the SAT and ACT using a tactic called holistic teachers are minorities nation- A diverse teacher popula- world.” give colleges a piece of infor- review to assess an applicant’s wide, compared with more tion does not exclusively ben- To show students that peo- mation that equally evaluate profile. Regardless if admis- than half of students. This efit non-white students, but ple of all races can be in lead- every applicant, these tests sions officers take a look at nationwide racial gap is also the student body as a whole. ers and teachers, to pull stu- do not display the full picture the whole picture - grades, observable here at Hun, and I In an increasingly multiracial, dents from the implicit racial of each student. For example, classes, and recommendations want to discuss why this mat- multicultural society, some ed- bias that they will otherwise on the ACT, a student will - many colleges will imme- ters. ucation experts are questioning carry into their futures, to tilt demonstrate what he or she diately ding a student if their Research shows that pro- the impact on white students’ the lens with which they see already knows; however, this score is “outside the range.” moting teacher diversity has a worldviews when the face of life is exactly what is needed does not predict what they are The Huffington Post says that number of benefits, from high- teaching almost always mir- to prepare students for a world capable in the future -- a teen- although some colleges might er academic gains to better rors their own. that will be more diverse and age brain still develops. Too superscore, not every pro- graduation rates. For instance, The Brookings Institution globalized than ever before. much of a focus is placed upon gram follows this trend. This a study of a group of black of Research found that in 2010 I understand that the in- the SAT and ACT and it is not is misleading and is a surprise North Carolina students in the the average White student was creasing the ethnic diversity accurate to judge students on to many students, including early 2000s found that having just as exposed to Black stu- of teachers is a complex puz- their scores from one Saturday me. Again, the unfairness of just one black teacher in grade dents as they were in 1980. zle. Many are concerned that morning. including the SAT and ACT 3, 4, or 5 decreased the dropout Gloria Ladson-Billings, an efforts to promote educator There are multiple reasons scores in the college process is rate by nearly a third and also African American professor diversity will lead to skewed standardized tests should not brought to light. made students more likely to of urban education at the Uni- standards in how educators are be a required component in Many view standardized say they planned to go to col- versity of Wisconsin-Madison, chosen. Teachers of color are the college admissions pro- tests as a part of life that will lege. recently broached the subject, also in short supply overall, cess. Middle to upper class never go away. They are im- Data from the National As- saying, “I want to suggest that which is a whole other conver- students have been prepared portant in the college process, sessment of Educational Prog- there is something that may sation about why there is a lack for the SAT or ACT for years. especially because not every ress also shows that teachers of be even more important than of minority teachers entering Expensive tutors drill them for high school is the same. Col- color help close achievement black students having black the profession in the first place. hours with practice problems leges makes assumptions about gaps for students of color. teachers and that is white stu- However, I believe that this and provide them test-taking the student’s classroom ability In my opinion, this is largely dents having black teachers! It puzzle is one worth solving. strategies. by looking at a couple of num- Nonetheless, hardly every bers, but every high school has student in the country has the a profile that explains its cur- Global Plastic Crisis: How We Can Help financial resources for tutors riculum. Therefore, the SAT By Jack Ruddy ’19 problem is extremely clear in among humans and we are and prep classes. According to and ACT should not be crucial these countries, it is a global eating micro fragments of this studies done by the The Uni- and instead should be defined Plastic in many ways is a issue that impacts us all. plastic in the fish. Some experts versity of New Hampshire, as an extraneous cause of high miracle product. It became pop- For many years, China was say that by 2050 there will be low-income students are dis- school stress. ular in the 1950’s because it is taking our plastic for recycling. more plastic in the ocean than couraged from applying. For a While it might be unrealis- cheap to produce, light weight, However, a couple of years ago fish. test that relies heavily on test tic to see a world without tests, indestructible, and lasts forev- they stopped importing plastics Campaigns around the world taking strategies, many stu- a way to view each student at er. Due to these characteristics, because they were essentially are attempting to ban straws and dents cannot afford the pricy the same degree, a new test plastic has become so popular becoming the dumping ground bags, but this is not enough. At “good scores.” This inequality for college admittance might today. Almost every thing we for the world’s plastic. Now, some point, we will all need to puts certain students at an un- be a solution. This test would touch or use each day is made other countries in Southeast decide as to which plastics are fair advantage from the get-go, not require a tutor, nor would of plastic or contains plastic in Asia are importing the plas- necessities and which plastics tipping the playing field. it rely on test taking strategies. its construction. tics, but it is still questionable can we live without. Despite lots of backlash It would measure a student’s Although plastic in many if they are actually recycling or “We can definitely do more from other universities and in- ability to think creatively and ways is a blessing, it is also a have the technology to recycle as a school to help this issue. stitutions, some colleges have critically because these are curse. The problem with this all the plastic they are receiv- It’s nice that we do service trips chosen to go test optional (a skills that are necessary for amazing product is that it is in- ing. picking up plastic, but we can policy that provides students advancement in the real world. destructible. The life of plastic “Plastics affect many eco- do so much more,” said Ms. the choice to submit their Regardless of what parents, bottle is 450 years. The water systems, but perhaps the most Lynn McNulty, Community scores or not submit them). teachers, and colleges say, a bottle that we use one time impacted is the ocean, said Mr. Service Director. According to a new study student is worth so much more and throw out, stays with us Todd Loffredo, Marine Sci- If we just used drink dis- conducted by the Nation- than his or her scores. Society for generations. The longer a ence teacher. “Most fish that pensers or spa waters with pa- al Association for College often defines success as a grade piece of plastic remains in the are caught in the ocean have per cups at special events in lieu Admission Counseling, test on an assignment or a high environment, the more toxic it some small amount of plastic of water bottles, it would be a optional schools have been score on the SAT, but some becomes. debris in their stomachs, that is step forward. More people can able to increase their diversi- students are not wired for the Today, 8 million tons of new bad. The Great Pacific Garbage also start to use reusable water ty. Without test scores as an classroom. Their strengths lie plastic runs into the ocean ev- Patch is one of many gyres on bottles. Ms. McNulty also sug- inhibitor, more and more ca- elsewhere: with a paintbrush ery year. Countries like Indone- earth where plastic is accumu- gests that we bring large gato- pable students from different or a soccer ball. Colleges need sia, Dominican Republic, and lating in the ocean. Plastic pho- rade jugs to fill reusable water backgrounds are being offered to recognize this fault in their many others are greatly affect- to-degrades into smaller and bottles on our school trips, in- a chance at amazing academic system. Not everyone is the ed by this issue as they have small fragments- those frag- stead of providing single-use institutions. same to start with and test ridiculous amounts of plastic ments look like plankton, and water bottles for students. The study also found that scores are not authentic. washed up on their shores ev- then fish eat the plastic.” the high school GPA of ad- eryday. Although the plastic Fish is such a common food Page 4 June 2019 HUN HAPPENINGS/NEWS Changing From The Inside Out: Flexing or Vexing: A Look Dr. Nimisha Barton’s Young Women’s At Hun’s New Flex Leadership Series Schedule sions and made sure that the By Seth Jeter ’21 3) A change in the order of sessions helped girls strength- classes; Sixth period classes en their “inside world” before Studies have shown that the become first period classes the they had to do anything “out- amount of sleep students get is following day. side.” closely linked to their academ- 4) Five minute passing pe- As a result, she designed ic performance and emotional riods. her first session on defining health. However, with an in- 5) An end to the bell system what “young women” and tense workload, demanding - No more bells! “leadership for young women” extracurricular activities, and are. Through exploring these insomnia, getting an adequate While this sounds great on definitions, she hopes that the amount of sleep each night paper, the trial run proved to girls will see the overlap and seems like a daunting task. To be a difficult adjustment for differences between what it combat this problem, The Hun many students. Because there means to be a “good girl” and School recently introduced are only two periods dedicat- what it means to be a “good a new late start schedule de- ed to lunch (instead of three), leader.” In later sessions, Dr. signed to maximize students’ students were forced to wait Barton focused on how wom- Photo courtesy of the Resident Life Office sleeping time and to support longer to get food, especial- en talk to themselves. She em- The participants with Dr. Barton. (From left to right) Top row: them in their academic en- ly during first lunch, which is phasized that self-compassion Saylah Parrish ’22; Alexa-Jordan Cirillo ’22; Isabella Gomez deavors. shared with the middle school. is better than a high self-es- ’22; Stephanie Dudowitz ’22; Grace Zhao ’22; Dr. Barton; Olivia The idea of a late-start Many families also found traf- teem, which could bring pres- White ’22; Olivia D’Aulerio ’22; Kashvi Mehta ’21 Middle row: schedule is nothing new. As fic to be an issue in the morn- sure to girls. Devon Pasieka ’21; Anna Hyson ’21; Angel Truong ’21; Elizabeth early as 2015, schools across ing. However, one of the most “I see myself in you guys Ji ’21 Front row: Kathy Wang ’21; Sydney Cobb ’21; Khushi the nation have recognized the significant problems with the Agrawal ’21 right now, I’m trying to figure benefits that additional sleep schedule was the lack of bells. these things out too,” Dr. Bar- of expectations.” Dr. Barton can have on adolescents and According to Renee Neering By Kathy Wang ’21 ton smiled. She explained that explains that two fundamen- have adjusted their schedules ’21, not having bells is “ineffi- part of this leadership series is tally different kinds of con- accordingly (American Prog- cient” and “confuses both stu- At the end of first semester, all about introducing girls to versations will be held in her ress, NPR). The Hun School dents and teachers.” fifteen young women from the new tools and concepts. How- series, since there are different began to consider adopting a However, upper school 9th and 10th grade participat- ever, she emphasizes how girls expectations for what it means late start schedule during the Headmaster and history ed in Dr. Barton’s young wom- have to go back on those tools to be a young man and a young 2017-2018 school year, af- teacher Ryan Hews remains en leadership series to explore and revise them after the end woman. She mentioned that ter Princeton High School’s optimistic and is a strong their own path about leader- of the series. “It takes a lot of she was also motivated by her initiative. At first, the school proponent of the schedule. ship at Hun. practice,” she said. work with Mr. Douce, Mrs. planned to create a new sched- According to Mr. Hews, it Dr. Nimisha Barton is a Di- After each session, the par- Poller, and Ms. Gash, and their ule that was similar to the one has been “scientifically prov- versity Consultant who holds ticipants crafted her own defi- wish to ensure that girls at Hun that already existed. However, en” that more sleep improves a Ph.D. in History from Princ- nition of leadership. Dr. Bar- feel just as empowered as the after an unsuccessful trial-run, the academic performance of eton University. She has run ton explained that “we need boys to serve on different lead- it became clear that changes high school students. He also a lot of leadership sessions at to define what it means to be a ership positions. needed to be made. emphasizes that “when you universities and helped cre- leader in order to see ourselves “One thing that I never un- This year, a new “Flex are sleeping” is more import- ate many training sessions as one, and actually act on it.” derstood until much later in Schedule” was tested in hopes ant than “how much sleep you for both graduate and under- She listed many scenarios in my life was that you can serve of addressing some of these are getting” in response to stu- graduate students at Princeton which she thinks leadership as a leader to others, but the problems. It was selected from dents and teachers who doubt University, primarily for those plays a big role, but she end- real work that you have to do; over twenty other schedule op- that forty minutes of additional who were already in charge of ed her series stating, “For me, it has to be from the inside tions due to its efficiency and sleep will make a difference. other programs. leadership means being the out,” said Dr. Barton. ability to accommodate school Mr. Hews attributes the traf- Dr. Barton created a leader- best version of yourself you She structured the work- activities. In addition to offer- fic problem to the construc- ship series for girls “because can be.” shop into four different ses- ing a later starting time, the tion taking place in Princeton schedule includes: during the week of the trial and Stay in the Know: Current Events Round Up 1) A new period, known as points out that there is “really By Jake Fradkin ’20 National Democratic Alliance Democratic Party presidential the “flex period.” This period no harm...in coming to school won 353 out of the 543 seats nomination. Aggregate poll- can be combined with a third at the same time you come to Here are the top 10 news in the Lok Sabha (NPR). ing data suggests that former period class to allow more school now.” He believes that stories Across America and Vice President Joe Biden is a time for learning, or used for the benefits will outweigh any Around the Globe: 3. A new study paints an clear frontrunner with approx- assemblies and club meetings. inconveniences. even more dire picture of the imately 35% support among 2) Two lunch periods, both The Flex Schedule will offi- 1. After several years of rel- threats from climate change. Democratic primary voters. of which take place during cially start next year due to its ative quiet, tornadoes have ap- The study, published by the Senators Bernie Sanders and fourth period. potential long term benefits. peared across the country. The PNAS (Proceedings of the Na- Elizabeth Warren trail at 18% U.S. tied its record of 11 con- tional Academy of Sciences), and 10%, respectively (Real- sian government,” leading the According to David Beasley, secutive days of at least 8 tor- indicates that sea levels could ClearPolitics). Michigan conservative to sup- head of the UN World Food nadoes a day (Associated Press). rise by more than 6 feet by the port an impeachment inquiry Programme, children are dy- end of the century, displacing (CNN). ing as a result of the theft 187 million people and threat- (CNN). ening New York City (CNN). 7. British Prime Minister Theresa May announced that 9.Tensions have risen be- 4. In the past year, Missis- she will step down from office tween the United States and Iran following intelligence re- sippi, Alabama, Ohio, Georgia, Photo courtesy of medium.com when her Conservative par- Missouri, Kentucky, Arkansas, ty chooses a successor. This ports of Iranian preparations Photo courtesy of indiatvnews.com Utah, and Iowa have all enact- 6. Republican Congressman comes after two years of con- for an attack on U.S. or allied ed strict anti-abortion legisla- Justin Amash became the first troversial Brexit negotiations forces in the Middle East. De- 2. The results are in for the tion. Recent “heartbeat bills” Republican member of Con- that upended her time in office spite an apparent reluctance largest democratic elections in Alabama, Georgia, and Mis- gress to call for the impeach- (WSJ). towards further engagement in the world. In a sweeping souri have very limited excep- ment of President Trump. Mr. on both sides, Iranian proxy victory for Hindu nationalism, tions and have sparked debate Amash wrote that “Mueller’s 8. The United Nations has militias have attacked U.S.- Indian Prime Minister Nar- across the country (CNN). report describes concerning threatened to suspend aid to aligned interests in the Gulf endra Modi (above) has been contacts between members of destitute Yemenis after CNN states. In response, President re-elected in an impressive Trump’s campaign and people exposed the theft of food by 5. So far, 24 major candi- Continued on page 5 landslide. Modi’s center-right dates are running for 2020 in or connected to the Rus- Iranian-backed Houthi rebels. June 2019 Page 5 HUN HAPPENINGS/NEWS Senior Spotlights Student Gov’t: Blaney and Myles say “Farewell’ By Luiza Loyo ’19 Throughout my four years, I was educated both inside and outside of the classroom by some The DJ – Victor Pertsew ’19 of the best people I could have ever had the pleasure of knowing. The random acts of kindness and constant support allowed my confidence to grow, and for that, I am forever thankful. You all have had an immeasurable impact on my life, and I wish everyone the best! To my teachers, advisor, coaches, administrators, and all the other faculty I’ve gotten to interact with, thank you for showing me how to inspire positive change and give back to such a fulfilling community. That being said, I want to take this opportunity to acknowledge my student government’s hard work. From our environmentally friendly initiatives, such as installing reusable water bottle refill stations at all the water fountains and distributing Tervis cups, to our dress code reforms of im- plementing dress down days every other Friday and extending the acceptable period of wear- ing shorts, we had a really productive year and enacted some great policies. I was astounded by your enthusiasm to serve your classmates every Thursday morning and the creativity you brought in brainstorming new ideas to enhance everyone’s Hun experience. The casino-themed dance, Hun-brella stations, and more were some of my favorites throughout the year. It was an Victor’s interest in music and started producing his own honor serving as your student government president, and I can say without a doubt that the first started in 2014, when music, which he deems is the future of student government is very bright -- congratulations to Jackson and Leon, I know they he worked as a promoter for only way to have a place in the will run a great administration and more events and clubs in São Pau- industry. positive change is to come. lo. He used to watch the DJs Nowadays, Victor’s love performing and was always re- for music keeps pushing him Congratulations Class of 2019! ally intrigued about what they to produce original tracks. -Blaney were doing. “When I’m inspired, I can After his brother came back fully produce a track in about from a summer camp in the three days. Other times it can Wow. This flew by. Hun has been my home U.S. with a set of DJ equip- take me a week or maybe for the past four years and has changed me ment that year, Victor start- more,” says Victor. His influ- into the person I am today. When I say Hun, Photo courtesy of the Communications Office ed to play around with music ences vary, but says most of I mean the students, the faculty, and the cul- and learn how to mix and DJ. the sounds he uses in his tracks ture. To be in such a rich spiritual and diverse place like Hun has truly made me feel blessed in About three years later spent are “organic”, which means ways I thought I never could be. I’m going to miss things like hanging out in the dorms or GC, teaching himself how to DJ, they come from real instru- watching the baseball team on a nice day or having a quiet library to myself during study hall. he saved up enough money to ments like guitars and violins. To my classmates, thank you. You all have been instrumental in not only making me who I buy his own equipment and Victor often uses his own pi- am today but making Hun what it is today. I’ve met many people these past four years in Princ- turntable. ano keyboard to add different eton who I know will be my friends until the day I die. Although my fellow classmates and I are At that point, Victor de- sounds. He puts out new music graduating, I know the underclassmen will carry the tradition and legacy of Hun that makes it cided that mixing other peo- almost every week, which can stand out from the rest. ple’s music was not enough; be found through his Sound- To the teachers and faculty, thank you. Your guidance and teaching ability I feel has helped he needed to start making his Cloud or Youtube channel, all me mature into a young man and grow intellectually. The late nights finishing a project, being own. He fell in love with it under the name of VHP Music. in extra help past 3:25 and being as inquisitive as I could be during class have all made me into the person I am today and I appreciate your support. To the faculty and teachers in Residential The Dancer – Gigi Schadrack ’19 Life, a very special thank you goes out to your for being my parents for the last four years. Although I’ll be moving into a dorm room in D.C. instead of Princeton, I will always remem- ber my time at 176. Thank you so much, Hun. Finally, if I could give one piece of advice, it would be to beat Lawrenceville.

Farewell... and Go Raiders, ~Bostic

Current Events LGTBQ News: Same-sex Couples continued from page 4 Can Now Adopt in Michigan Trump announced that he is By Devyn Santori ’20 same-sex parents, which is sending an additional 1,500 blatant homophobia and dis- troops to the Middle East for Adopting a child is al- crimination. However, these defensive reasons, and his ad- ready difficult enough, but for laws violate the First Amend- Gigi started dancing at the days a week, for three hours ministration is rushing through same-sex couples it’s getting ment Establishment Clause, very young age of 3 years old. on weekdays and up to ten weapons sales to Saudi Arabia even harder. Ever since same- for the states are mixing re- Her mother thought it was hours on weekends. It is a very and the United Arab Emirates sex marriage was legalized, ligion and state-laws, and the the right decision when she challenging schedule but Gigi to counter Tehran (WSJ). Fur- laws have been put into place Equal Protection Clause, for noticed that every time mu- manages to find a balance be- thermore, new German intelli- to keep same-sex adoption discrimination. sic came on, Gigi’s demeanor tween academics and dance, gence for the state of Bavaria unallowable. But not all hope is lost, completely changed and she her two passions. In the end, outlined Iran’s commitment to Ten states; Alabama, Kan- for it seems as if times can, started fidgeting and moving Gigi says that the feeling of weapons of mass destruction sas, Michigan, Mississippi, and are, changing. In March, around. “When I was a baby being on stage is so rewarding and Iranian threats to German North Dakota, Oklahoma, the state of Michigan, one the only way to get me to stop that it makes all of the hard democracy (Jerusalem Post). South Carolina, South Da- of the ten states that allows crying was by blasting ‘Danc- work worth it. She recently kota, Texas and Virginia; all denial on adoption for same- ing Queen’ by ABBA,” shared presented ‘Don Quixote’ with 10. The U.S. Department of have laws that allow adoption sex couples, announced that Gigi. Ever since then, Gigi her company at the Patriots Treasury declined to designate agencies to deny any same- it will no longer allow state developed a passion for dance Theater in Trenton (pictured China as a currency manipu- sex parents, even if they are adoption agencies to disre- and experimented in many dif- above) , but there is still a lot lator but expressed concerns more than qualified to adopt, gard qualified same-sex -cou ferent styles, including ballet, of dance in Gigi’s future. over Chinese currency prac- for religious reasons. ples due to a lawsuit filed hip-hop, jazz, and even the fla- In Fall 2019, Gigi will at- tices. The Treasury biannu- About half of a million by American Civil Liberties menco. tends Princeton University, ally reevaluates currency ma- children are in foster care in Union (ACLU). Nowadays, Gigi’s main fo- and plans on getting involved nipulation designation, based the United States. With an al- If parents are qualified, the cus is on ballet, but when she with the dance program there upon countries’ devaluation of ready limited amount of peo- centers are obligated to keep choreographs her own rou- but also training at her current their currencies to lower the ple willing and able to adopt, that couple as an option for tines, they tend to be more studio, since she will be stay- cost of exports in U.S. mar- these certain states want to the children in those centers. contemporary with influences ing in the area. kets. President Trump had limit that number even more. This is a very important news, of ballet. Gigi’s love for dance “No matter what, dance will threatened to label China a These states think that for Michigan is the first state is a full-time commitment. always be a part of what I do,” manipulator during the 2016 growing up without parents to ever reverse the course. She practices six or seven says Gigi. campaign (WSJ). is better than growing up with Page 6 June 2019 FACULTY FAREWELLS Ms. Carell Brown Ms. Joanna Hallac like weeks though it was like ground. However, the first two or three days. The Resi- time I met Ms. Brown as my dent Community was really advisor, my fear disappeared all banding together, everyone because of her welcoming al- was in Global playing games titude and passionate guid- and socializing. The resident ance that helped me during my life staff made it work with the freshman year. We had fun in dining facility, got food for ev- advisory together and I loved erybody. It was just really fun every Advisory Check-in. In to be with all of the students addition, I’m lucky to have Ms. in that sort of strange environ- Brown as my dorm parent. For ment. I felt like it was actually a boarding student like me, it’s really good for us to discon- really nice to have a teacher nect from technology for a who supports me emotionally Q: Time at Hun? little bit, just to be with each during hard times of the year. A: Two years. other and enjoy each other’s I will miss hanging out with company. the dog in her apartment and Q: Time at Hun? ed about this new adventure Q: How many hats have talking to her whenever I need- A: I have been at Hun for and will always remember my you worn at Hun? Q: Next steps? ed. Looking back at those days six years. time at Hun fondly. A: A lot. So...I coach, I A: I’m moving down to Sa- when I just began soccer, the teach, I live in the dorm, so vannah, Georgia, to be with first sport I ever played in my Q: How many hats have I have had the privilege of I’m a dorm parent. I help run my fiancé. I’m going to teach entire life, Ms. Brown’s help you worn at Hun? being coached by Coach Hal- our SEED program for faculty 7th and 8th grade American made me a much more active A: I have worn many hats lac for the past three years. this year about educational eq- history government in a mid- person. The team would hang at Hun. I have taught the fol- She has been a great motiva- uity and diversity, so like most dle school. out at Ms. Brown’s apartment, lowing classes over the past 6 tor and the driving force of the independent school teachers, I eat cookies and talk about the years in the History and Glob- Hun Girls Soccer program for do a lot of things on campus. Ms. Brown is the best advi- simplest things. Those were al Studies Department. I have the last five years. She is ded- sor, coach and “second mom” the unforgettable memories also coached the Hun Varsity icated and willing to do any- Q: I will never forget the that anyone would ever find. for both Ms. Brown and our Girls Soccer Team for all 6 thing for her players, even be- time when…. When I first came to Hun, I soccer team. I want to thank years. I was the faculty advi- yond the field. A: I will never forget the was very nervous, because her for her encouragement sor to the Student Government Her very tough love keeps time when the power went I’m from a different country and dedication, not only to me, for four years. I was a resident her students working hard in out last year...Gosh, it felt with different cultural back- but to Hun. ~Jenny Pham ’22 faculty my first year. I have the classroom and her players been the Director of the John working hard on the field. It is Gale Hun Civics Education no doubt that Coach Hallac Mr. Damian Long Program since its inception 3 has been a successful coach, advisor, a teacher, and co-chair ing to do the same work, sup- years ago. I have also served as seen by her Prep A State of the faculty Cultural Compe- porting families and students. as the co-Advisor to Hun win in 2014, her MAPL title in tency Committee. Model Congress for 3 years. 2017, and recording her 50th Mr. Long is not only my I’ve served on a number of career win this season. Q: I will never forget the college counselor, but also committees, as well. A moment I will always re- time when…. my friend. He high-fived me member is our under the lights A: The first time I was in when I got into college, and Q: I will never forget the game in 2017, which could not graduation, after the students he would respond really fast time when…. have been done without Coach have graduated, they got to to my emails, which I really A: I will never, ever forget Hallac. She worked tirelessly exit, say goodbye and appre- appreciated. He was the first the Prep A State Champion- to ensure that the girls’ soc- ciation to their teachers. I re- teacher I told that I commit- ship for Girls Soccer in No- cer team would get a chance member so many students that ted to my top college. His face vember, 2014 when we played to play under the lights on I supported in the college pro- was not one full of humor, but Pennington down on our home homecoming and then helped cess, and their parents, many instead was full of happiness, field and both the upper and get the word out to the student of them I’ve spoken with for and he gave me another one of middle schools got let out ear- body, encouraging everyone to the first time. It was a final -pe his signature high-fives. ly to come down to the field to come. riod of the students’ journey at I hope Mr. Long enjoys his support the girls. It was incred- By the time the game start- Q: Time at Hun? Hun. next adventure and keeps giv- ible. We ended up winning 2-0 ed the stands were packed and A: Three years. ing out high-fives and his- hi before hundreds of our fans. It people were lined up by the Q: Next steps? larious expressions. I’ll never was truly a magical experience sideline. Our captains and Q: How many hats have A: I will continue to be a forget how much he helped me that will be one of my fondest Coach Hallac got us pumped you worn at Hun? college counselor, as well as in the college process. Thanks memories ever. I will also nev- for the game and we took to A: I’ve been a college coun- a grade level dean, working at Mr. Long. Good luck. ~Erin er forget all of the trips I took the field ready to play. We selor, a basketball coach, an independent schools, continu- Harrigan ’19 to DC with my 10th grade U.S. ended up winning the game History Honors kids with Mrs. 3-1 against Hill, one of our Guns. It was my first year and MAPL rivals. Playing under Ms. Moira Kelley we had an amazing time. the lights in front of my school Q: Time at Hun? lacrosse team win a game. Just Overall, I will never forget was an experience that I will A: Since August this year. see them work so hard at prac- all of the wonderful students look back on with so much tice during the week, getting and players I’ve gotten to pride and happiness, and a Q: How many hats have better, growing as a team. And know over my past six years at very good part of it is thanks you worn at Hun? seeing their skills payoff is al- Hun. It’s hard to even pinpoint to Coach Hallac. A: Quite a lot. I coached the ways the best. All their hard specific memories among After that game and a few JV and Varsity girls basketball work pay off. them all. I have and will con- more MAPL games, including team in the Winter, and I coach tinue to treasure my memories a 2-1 win against Peddie, we JV Lacrosse in the Spring. I Q: Next steps? with my students and players were crowned MAPL champi- worked a lot in the ResLife A: I’m hoping to be a histo- no matter where I go. ons. Winning the MAPL is the office and in student prep ry teacher and a coach some- greatest accomplishment our classes, and I taught Seminar. where else, maybe around Q: Next steps? team has achieved since I have Along with that I do Reslife here, I’m not sure yet though. coach. I am thankful for all of A: I’m headed up to The been here. Coach Hallac will duty in Carter on Tuesdays your advice and will always Noble and Greenough School be missed, not only because of and take ResLife trips. Ms. Kelley, you have be- miss your vine references. (it’s referred to as Nobles) in the greatness she demands of come one of my favorite parts Thank you for being such a Dedham, Mass. just 10 miles her players and students, but Q: I will never forget the of Hun throughout the year. great dorm parent and mentor. outside of Boston. I’ll be because of everything she has time when…. From basketball to lacrosse Hun won’t be the same without teaching history and taking done for Hun as a whole. A: The times that I got to season, you have been an you. Good luck! ~Kiera Hahn over their girls’ varsity soc- ~Nicole Angelini ’20 see either the basketball or the inspiring and encouraging ’22 cer program. I’m very excit- The Mall Page 7 FACULTY FAREWELLS Ms. Andrea Green Ms. Pauline McKean Q: I will never forget the…. Q: Time at Hun? tions that are doing develop- A: I will never forget all the A: I’ve been at Hun for ment work. incredible students I met at five years. I was hired as Hun. the school’s first Director One of the main reasons of Global Engagement pro- I came to Hun was for the Q: Next steps? grams. travel program (Hun Without A: I’m going tograduate Borders). Not only did Ms. school at Harvard. Q: How many hats have McKean exceed my expecta- you worn at Hun? tions of this program, she also We’ve gone from the first A: Director of Global En- grew it into such an amazing week of school talking about gagement, History and Global program that I will forever psych to the last few weeks of Studies faculty, co-sponsor be thankful for. Ms. McKean school and playing BitLife. It’s Gender Equity Matters pro- treats every one of her travel- been a fantastic year and car- gram, Hun Without Borders the boundaries of their com- ers like her kids and creates a Q: Time at Hun? ter is going to miss you very A: Just this year. trip leader, and advisor. fort zones. family bond on each trip that much! ~Alexis English ’20 makes every trip so special. I Ms. Green, you are the Q: How many hats have Q: I will never forget the Q: Next steps? will forever be thankful for ev- kindest teacher I have ever time when…. A: I am starting a Mas- erything that Ms. McKean has you worn? met. You are always there to A: I was a teaching fel- A: Most memorable mo- ter’s program in Sustainable done for me and Hun Without listen to me when things stress ments are the travel programs Development and moving to Borders. I can’t wait to see low, a dorm parent, worked in me out. I really appreciate all ResLife, taught in class, did I’ve done with students and Ecuador to collaborate with what this adventure brings for the help you’ve offered me supporting them as they push communities and organiza- her! ~Ava Taddeo ’19 student prep, and I’m also go- throughout my dorm life and ing to lead a Hun Without Bor- I wish you the best luck in the ders trip. A bunch of hats. future! ~Sunho Park ’22 Mr. Noah Levin Q: Time at Hun? during our first physics class Dr. Corina Dueñas A: One year of the year. From then on, I Q: Time at Hun? can safely say that we really A: Since December 2018. Q: How many hats have bonded as a class. Under Mr. you worn at Hun? Levin’s teachings, our class Q: How many hats have A: I have been a phys- always had a good time learn- you worn at Hun? ics teacher, squash and track ing. We weren’t always the best A: Teaching, I will split that coach, and 10th grade adviser. students, and I’m embarrassed into the French hat and the to think back on how rowdy we Spanish hat; and also, since I Q: I will never forget the acted sometimes, but Mr. Levin live on campus, residential. time when…. never raised his voice at us. He A: I’ll never forget Hun’s never lost his cool, although Q: I will never forget the International Week and all a lesser teacher would have time when…. the yummy food at the Inter- (and I wouldn’t blame them, A: I was watching the vid- Although our time with you national Food Tasting. It was we probably deserved it), and eos my Spanish 4 honors class- was short, we will cherish the awesome to see all of Hun’s I’ve never had much suc- he was always patient with us. es’ students made. The videos memories we made and lessons different cultures represented cess in any science course, Mr. Levin understood us, both are wonderful, creative, funny, we learned in our six months to- throughout the week and to but somehow, my physics class as students and as kids, and I and well-edited. gether. Doctora Dueñas, we are taste all the delicious foods became the class I looked for- can say confidently that a lot thankful for the commitment, that people brought to share ward to every day. Our phys- of us, in all of his classes, care Q: Next steps? sacrifice, and expertise you with everyone. ics class, started out with a for him. I still don’t love phys- A: I’m going back to Mi- brought to Hun! We will miss bang. Maybe that’s a bad joke, ics, but Mr. Levin’s teaching ami, to be with my family and you and your classes, and we Q: Next steps? but we did have a memorable made the class a lot more en- my father, who is getting on in wish you the best of luck in your A: I’m excited to start a start, considering the disturb- joyable. We’ll miss Mr. Levin years. future endeavors! ¡Muchas course on computer coding so ing lockdown drill (although and his crazy cat stories, and gracias y buena suerte! ~Jake that I can become a software no one really knows if it was we wish him luck on his next ¡Adiós, Doctora Dueñas! Fradkin ’20 and Alex Ni ’20 developer. actually a drill) took place adventure. ~Laura Kim ’19

Mr. Mark Niederer Farewell arriverderci Q: Time at Hun? ue my business. Just trying to claims that he was ciao auf Wiedersehen A: 40 years. slow down, cause I’m getting a better teacher be- older. fore this incident, au revoir Q: How many hats have but I can’t imagine you worn at Hun? Throughout his years at the him being a better Farewellsayonara A: I’m a part-time teacher Hun School, Mr. Niederer has teacher than he is and I’ve taught six different been a constant symbol of the now. Along with his vale classes: woodworking, me- joyful learning that our school entertaining sto- chanical design and drawing, prides itself on. His continu- ries, Mr. Niederer bye architectural drawing, and in- ous upbeat personality never is known for his totsiens tro to woodworking (which is changes- just like his class- pranks and sense of adios different than what I’m teach- room attire of a plaid shirt humor. He has cut Adieu ing now). with a tucked in tie, blue jeans, eye holes in a news- Shalom Ma’a ElSala and work-boots covered with paper in order to Do svidaniya Q: I will never forget the sawdust. A typical class in- watch his students time when…. volves, Steely Dan playing in take a test while zài jiàn A: I used to put Chicken the background and a story or still obtaining a ca- bon

Pot Pie signs all the way up to two about his past experienc- sual demeanor and good voyageKhoda Hafez the dining hall, I have like 40 es. For example, we’ve heard put questions on his ship throughout the school different signs, I would have of his life-threatening fall 35 exams such as, “Name a wood will continue to be a reminder bye ma the chicken comes out the pot feet out of a tree and about that you do not know.” These of his gifts to our community. with revolving heads. That how years ago he stained memories are only some of As he begins this new chapter, Kwa was a memorable moment. his deck without wearing a the reasons why woodworking I think he may want to take face mask, only to learn later is a popular class at the Hun his own advice and “remain herini Tchau Q: Next steps? that the stain contained tox- School. Although Mr. Niederer calm” as he experiences life An-nyong-hi A: I run a tree service busi- ic chemicals causing “some is retiring, his students’ proj- without us. ~Kendall Nehlig ness, so I’m going to contin- of his brain cells to die.” He ects and his own craftsman- ’19 Ka-ship-sio Page 8 June 2019 FACULTY FAREWELLS Ms. Kathy Quirk By Devon Cowan ’19 someone stay in one job for to close out Mrs. as long my mom did. I think Quirk’s coaching Mrs. Quirk’s 3 Favorite Memories at Hun: it really speaks to her dedica- career with a bang. tion for not only the school, As history says, it is 1. “Winning the State Prep Softball title three years in a row but the girls she coached and an ideal and realistic 1997, 98 and 99. It is something that is not by any means easy impacted over the years. Ev- goal for the young to do.” ery time she talked about re- softball stars. tiring before, she would say, I “We have some just want to wait and see this unfinished business 2. “Winning both the MAPL and Prep A softball titles in 2017.” girl graduate or that girl grad- to wrap up, as Mrs. uate, but the problem is every Quirk likes to say. 3. “Spring break trips and the team bonding that takes place time a girl graduated, there Last year, softball with the athletes. From Puerto Rico, to Arizona, and now to was another one she wanted to wasn’t able to clinch Disney, they have all been great trips!” see finish her high school ca- either title they had reer as well. She really cared won in their 2017 Top 3Things Mrs. Quirk is Going to Miss: so much for her girls on the season. We look for- Kathy Quirk, after forty-six softball and field hockey field. ward to playing our 1. “The coaching part of my job and being involved in the lives years of coaching at the Hun She always wanted to impact hearts out in an ef- of the athletes that I coach and while watching them grow School of Princeton, will retire at least one more girl. Grow- fort to not only play this spring of 2019. During her ing up around her teams, I got quality ball for Mrs. and develop into not only strong athletes, but also the mature time at this school, Mrs. Quirk see first hand how much she Quirk, but to grab young ladies that they become.” has had a broad spectrum of cared and how much work both the mapl and coaching and teacher positions behind the scenes she does state prep “A” title 2. “The daily contact that I have on a regular basis with fellow including being a softball, to create a team culture. Her as we did in 2017,” AD’s .” basketball, field hockey, and endless searches for a quote says MC. cheerleading coach, as well as before each game to motivate A lasting piece 3. “Just being a part of the school and being involved.” a teacher for physical educa- the players, and how meticu- of advice given tion and health. lous she is with her uniforms by Mrs. Quirk: As of 1993, Mrs. Quirk, and setting up her team room “To anyone who associate athletic director, has are just a few of her strides she plays a sport, al- coordinated athletic celebra- took for the team.” ways give 100% tions, games, banquets, and Over the past 4 years, many to make yourself many other special events for of the students have been in- the best you can the Hun Community. spired by Mrs. Quirk’s dedica- be. It is not al- Patrick Quirk ’02, son of tion and spirit at this school. ways about the Kathy Quirk, has grown up ob- “She is the glue that holds wins and loss- serving his mother as a coach, so much of this school togeth- es, but about mentor, and huge contributor er,” says Mary Catherine Shea the friendships to the school. For as long as he ’19, softball player for Mrs. you have made can remember, his mother has Quirk. and the mem- been involved in the success Although Mrs. Quirk is re- ories you will of The Hun School of Prince- tiring from her Associate Ath- take with you. ton and now, for the first time letic Director’s job, she will Remember to al- this upcoming year will not coach one last season of soft- ways be proud to Photos courtesy of the Communications Office observe her in her usual place. ball (2020). The girls softball be a member of Mrs. Quirk retires in 2019, after 46 years at The Hun School. She has Mr. Quirk says, “it is amaz- team is more than excited for the Hun family.” coached softball, basketball, field hockey, and cheerleading, in addi- ing this day an age to see these last seasons as they plan tion to serving as Associate Athletic Director, since 1993. Mr. Joe Lake Ms. Isabel Wittman Q: Time at Hun? choir. I also teach choir and Q: Next steps? A: One year two music classes in the mid- A: I’m moving to Memphis dle school. I’m the vocal music and working toward my career Q: How many hats have director for the musical, direct in Opera. you worn at Hun? the step team, and I’m also the A: I’ve taught two different director of the Edgertones. Ms. Wittman, I’m so happy classes, been coaching with that you are my teacher this the rolling team, the faculty Q: I will never forget the year. You have a great voice, advisor for the Junior State time when…. and you are really passion- of America (political debate A: Some of my most mem- ate about music. When I just club), and a dorm parent. orable moments have been the joined the chorus, I thought times I’ve spent on duty, es- I could only sing auto. How- Q: I will never forget the someone that anyone would pecially during the weekends, ever, you taught us a lot of time when…. feel comfortable talking with Q: Time at Hun? getting to hang out with the singing techniques in class A: The class was about to for hours because he is al- A: Two years. girls in the dorms and taking and helped me find out that start and I realized that I was ways willing to listen. There trips, that’s always really fun. I can also sing soprano. You the only teacher in the room-- is always something new to Q: How many hats have And...just the really great mu- helped me find my confidence it was my first solo lesson. talk with him about because you worn at Hun? sic that we have here and be- in singing. I will miss you so he knows so many things. In A: I do Resident Life, I’m ing able to do concerts and go much next year. I hope every- Q: Next steps? fact, he has a true, admirable a vocal music teacher, so I’m do competitions with Edger- thing goes really well! ~Cinily A: I’m going to keep on passion for learning, finishing in charge of the upper school tones... Lu ’21 teaching and coaching. more books in a month than I would read in a lifetime. Check us out online at I met Mr. Lake at the Mer- Mr. Lake never fails to make cer boathouse because he was us laugh, with stories such www.thehunmall.com. the new novice coach for our as how he almost missed his You’ll find more articles, polls and more. crew team. Over the year, he high school prom because of a has given me advice directly race, and how he caught a bee Interested in joining The Mall Staff? from his own experiences as a with his bare hands. Also, his We need illustrators, photographers, graphic designers, and of course, undying love for plaid shirts collegiate rower, which proved writers! incredibly useful in solidifying and sock-shoes will be dearly my technique. Outside of be- missed. Thank you for being ing a great coach, he is also amazing! ~Alexis Harvell ’20 Email us at [email protected] if you have questions or comments. Page 9 The Mall ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT The Importance of Foreign Cinema By Luiza Loyo ’19 ing with the projectionist of with his son, Giosue. Guido ies, when I was about fourteen much they are missing by do- a small theatre in his town. spends the entire movie try- or fifteen. At eighteen, I still ing so; foreign films are not My mother always told Through his relationship with ing to convince his young son know a lot of people who re- only incredible works of art, me there were two essential the projectionist and his love that the place they are in is not fuse to open their minds and but they provide you with movies I had to watch before of movies, Salvatore finds the bad, and that everything will watch something different different perspectives of the I die. One of them was Life is courage to leave his home- be fine. Guido finds the good from what they are used to. world. I should have listened Beautiful directed by Roberto town and pursue a better life in every situation, and makes I cannot even express how to my mom sooner. Benigni and the other Cinema and career elsewhere - and he every moment joyful, no mat- Paradiso directed by Giuseppe succeeds. Salvatore becomes ter how much of a curveball Tornatore. They are both Ital- a successful filmmaker; mov- life throws at him. No other ian movies, so growing up I ies completely change his life. movie has ever made me stop MUST-SEE LIST OF FOREIGN FILM put it off because I was not the I felt a personal connec- and reflect on my life like this biggest fan of foreign films. I tion to this movie because I one has. “Life is Beautiful” (1997) dir. Roberto Benigni only wanted to watch the big also feel like film has changed In our truly blessed and “Cinema Paradiso” (1990) dir. Giuseppe blockbuster movies produced my life. If I had not fallen in privileged lives, it is still easy by the United States only: if love with them growing up to feel like every minor in- Tornatore it was not Hollywood, I was and had not rewatched some convenience is the end of the “Pan’s Labyrinth” (2006) dir. Guillermo del not interested. What a mistake movies countless times, may- world. This movie makes you Toro that was. be I would not speak English appreciate the little things in “City of God” (2002) dir. Fernando Meirelles & I think it might be that be- as well as I do today. My pas- life, and realize how some of cause I am spending my first sion for them made me watch the things you are worrying Kátia Lund semester of college in Italy, some without subtitles, slow- and caring so much about “The Untouchables” (2011) dir. Olivier I finally decided to give both ly learning the language and have little importance. It is a Nakache & Éric Toledano movies a chance. To my sur- common speech on my own. timeless movie I will recom- prise, both movies touched me If I did not have movies in my mend to people for years and “The Motorcycle Diaries” (2004) dir. Walter deeply in different ways. upbringing, perhaps I would years to come; its message Salles Cinema Paradiso remind- not be able to attend college in will always be relevant. “Central Station” (1998) dir. Walter Salles ed me why I love movies so the U.S. If there is one message I “Amélie” (2001) dir. Jean-Pierre Jeunet much and how it can affect a Life is Beautiful affected am trying to get out of this is: person’s life. It tells the story me in a different way. This please do not ignore foreign “The Skin I Live In” (2011) dir. Pedro of a boy named Salvatore who movie tells the story of a Jew- language films. I only started Almodóvar falls in love with movies as ish man named Guido who is watching them when I grew he starts learning and work- sent to a concentration camp more passionate about mov- Behind the Scenes at the Spring Play Night Night for Fortnite? ed when gas lights were used. several minutes. People would leave the lights Since its release, it has been on all night after a rehearsal; more successful than Fortnite otherwise, if they turned it on Switch, with 13 million on the next morning, the gas units sold compared to Fort- could light and catch fire. At nite’s approximately 11 mil- Hun, however, we do ghost lion downloads. light to both pay respects to Photo courtesy of epicgames.com Super Smash Brothers plac- Kristy King ‘09 during our By Seth Jeter ’21 es a strong emphasis on online moment of silence, but also to play, and it is likely taking Playing the role of school girls: Courtney Joseph ’21, Mei say goodnight to the “ghosts” Fortnite Battle Royal is away from time spent playing von Kaenel ’21, Jenny Pham ’22, Maya Connell ’21 in the theatre. Legend has it more than just a game: it is a Fortnite. that every word that is said in worldwide phenomenon. With A loss of interest in Fort- By Maya Connell ’21 and, since I had never heard the theatre lives on as a ghost 200 million players and over nite could also be attributed to of a raised stage before, I had and cheers us new actors on. 2.4 billion dollars in revenue, the release of Apex Legends, A few weekends ago, the no idea what to invision in my The Janus Players have many its influence is felt in nearly a similar battle-royale style Hun School Janus Players put head. other traditions, but I wouldn’t every aspect of our culture game developed by Electronic on a performance of “I Never Notably, the stage, consist- want to spoil them for any fu- (even Avengers: Endgame was Arts(EA). Apex Legends com- Saw Another Butterfly.” I hope ing of two pieces, was hollow. ture “Players.” not immune). As a lifelong fan bines the gameplay of Fortnite those in attendance enjoyed Given that it was on top of the I hope all of you enjoyed of video games, I cannot re- with elements of convention- it. However, as I’m sure you actual stage, it would echo. the Spring play! Thank you to member any individual game al shooter Games and RPGs. could tell, the play didn’t just Since I had a scene where Mr. Esher and Mr. Robinson or game franchise that has It also boasts a darker, more happen overnight. I had to skip in a circle with for helping us be the best we achieved this level of cultural realistic setting compared to Everyday, we arrived four other children, it got loud, can be. We won’t have a stage significance. Fortnite’s bright and cheerful at the auditorium around 3:30 particularly when Eagle [Jiang next year, since it will be un- However, in January 2019, aesthetic, as well as incorpo- and begin our practice. Mr. ’19], who played Raya would der construction, but I’m sure Fortnite’s revenue dropped by rating deeper, more strategic Esher would choose a scene to try to speak. We did have some it’ll just make more interesting 48% and as much as 10% in elements. Since its release in work with, and we would go difficulty with lines, especial- memories for years to come. February, according to USA February, Apex Legends has through and block it the best ly the parts Today. While there are a va- garnered critical acclaim and we could. However, since not where we riety of potential reasons for over 50 million players. everyone was in every scene, had to say this, I believe it can, at least in A final reason for the loss of lots of us would have down things in part, be attributed to a general interest in Fortnite is that peo- time during rehearsal, where Czech. loss of interest in the game. ple are simply getting bored of we would be told to work on Last- In my opinion, one of the the game. Due to its popularity, our lines. ly, after most significant reasons for it has risen above the status of For the spring play, one of rehearsal this loss of interest is the re- “game” and has become more the most difficult things was we would lease of Super Smash Broth- of a trend, and like all trends using the stage. Mr. Esher sometimes ers Ultimate for the Nintendo it will eventually die out One wanted the play to feel as close do “Ghost Switch in December 2018. For only needs to look at other to the audience as possible, so Light.” those of you who are unfamil- games such as Wii Sports and we used a raised stage that One of iar with it, Super Smash Broth- gadgets like the fidget spinner angled down toward the audi- many the- ers is essentially a fighting to realize this. However, given ence. This caused blocking to ater tra- game where a number of gam- the addictive nature of Fort- be tricky. Before the stage was ditions, On stage or backstage, everyone plays an im- ing icons (such as Mario, Link, nite’s gameplay and its end- made, Mr. Esher would talk ghost light portant role putting a show together. Spenser Sonic, and Pac-Man) compete less microtransactions, this is about us standing in an angle originat- Havranel ’20 manning the soundboard. in battles that generally last for probably for the best. Page 10 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT June 2019 Diamond or Nightmare? Movie Review: Avengers: Endgame By Alexander Li ’21 characters that, despite being perfect, and Endgame is no I felt had missed potential when the film did not address superheroes, are still very re- exception. Despite having a was Scott. Prior to Endgame, this at all. Leading up to April 26, latable. three hour runtime, I couldn’t Scott has not been very fond So, was Endgame the dis- 2019, I kept having a recurring I laughed when Thor ar- help but feel that the mov- of Tony. In a promotional in- appointing film of my night- nightmare, which went some- gued with Cap over who gets ie should have been longer. terview for Ant-Man, Scott mares? Now, obviously, after thing like this: It was the pre- to wield Stormbreaker. Although plenty of time was expresses relief when told that writing in great detail about miere of Avengers: Endgame, I tried not to blink when spent focusing on characters he is not like Tony Stark. how the character develop- the opening day of the finale to Tony and Pepper teamed up like Tony, Steve, and Natasha; In Civil War, Scott takes joy ment in the movie let me a story arc that has building for with each other. poor Bruce was shortchanged in sabotaging Tony’s armor, down, I could be like Tony and eleven years, only there was a I felt happy for Tony and in this department. Before the and mocks him by implying he easily say “yes” in my most catch — the film was bad. Peter when they reunited, doesn’t have a conscience. cynical voice. But, we must Despite my attempts to despite the two both His last interaction remember that Tony also sees find something positive, End- being fictional with Tony pri- the bigger picture. game was disappointing, characters or to End- Although certain charac- overachieving, and an awful who I’ll game ters weren’t explored as thor- way to conclude the previous never was oughly as I hoped they would twenty-one movies. For a long get to t o be, when I think of Endgame, time, I feared that that dream actu- I don’t think of Bruce casual- would come true. I didn’t par- ally ly summarizing how he made ticularly enjoy Captain Mar- peace with Hulk. What I think vel and I wondered if the same of is Steve Rogers preparing would occur with Endgame. meet. to go down fighting Thanos’ Did my nightmare come true? And claim army, only for reinforcements Well…wait a minute, I’m not I felt my- that from all across the universe to going to tell you it right now, self die a Hank Pym arrive. I think of a movie that or else you’ll never read the bit inside when Illustration by Elizabeth Ji ’21 was right about captivated me, thrilled me, rest of the review. Tony lays down on the how you could not and also nearly brought me to On the one hand, Endgame wire and sacrifices himself to trust a Stark. I was very in- tears. combines basically every- save everyone. movies release, I was excited terested in seeing how Scott Maybe Endgame is a dia- thing we love about the Mar- Endgame is like a diamond, to see how the eternal struggle and Tony would put aside mond that has flaws, but it is vel Cinematic Universe films: and the emotion, humor, and for control between Bruce and their differences for the sake still able to shine so brightly It’s funny, it’s thrilling, and it action are the polishes that it Hulk would conclude, and I of the universe. I even hoped regardless; for that, I can safe- keeps you on the edge of your make it shine above the com- was sorely disappointed when that they might bond a bit over ly say that even after every- seat from excitement; yet, at petition. Bruce’s arc was completely the fact that they are both very thing I discussed in the above the same time, it maintains Unfortunately, even the wrapped up offscreen. close with their daughters, but paragraph, I love Avengers: genuine emotion, heart, and shiniest diamonds are not Another character who I was once again disappointed Endgame 3000! Hun Dancers Make Varsity Spring Arts Show The Spring Arts Show provides the opportunity for Ad- couldn’t do it without the help their jackets, too, only for this vanced Studio Art Honors students to showcase their of Alexa.” season. “Committed.” This is works. “Nonsense Sense” was the theme of the show, The members of the Dance how Alexa-Jordan described and each students space featured their perspective of the Company always support each the Dance Company. During theme. Laura Kim ’19 (below) searched for “Beauty in a other and see the talent in ev- the rehearsal, one can always Senseless World” while Luiza Loyo ’19 (below) discovered eryone. “Lots of solos really see the person who was not “Meaning in Small Things.” showcase the dancers’ talents performing practicing on his and their styles,” said Arianna or her own. “I had a broken Ding ’22. ankle, but I danced anyway. I “One day we just walked in knew my limits, but I still per- and we were like ‘Varsity Hun formed. That was really spe- Dance! that’s what we are!’” cial for me,” Ava Taddeo ’19 Lucy described the scene with said when she mentioned her

Photo credit: Kevin Luo ’21 much excitement. Members of unforgettable moments danc- Haley Patel ’20, PJ Spagno- the Dance Company used this ing at Hun. No one gives up letti Jr. ’19 and Nithya Bor- special title to cheer everyone here. ra ’20 during dress rehearsal up, and it became the little “Congratulations. I will before the show. thing they are all proud of. miss you.” Lucy said to the One can feel the spirit of seniors in the Dance Compa- By Kathy Wang ’21 the Dance Company from ev- ny. This was not only the last Jackie Drozd ’20, Leah Sutphen ’19, Maddle Santori ’19, ery dancer. “I absolutely adore dance for the seniors, but also Luiza Loyo ’19, Clay Perkins ’20, Emily Ryan ’19, Laura The Hun School Dance this group of people we have,” the last dance in the current Kim ’19, Hope Fedun ’19, Anna Massad ’19 Company presented their 2019 said Lucy. “Everyone is re- theater, for the theater is begin- Spring Dance Concert, Last sponsible and supportive. We ning its renovation next school Dance, to the Hun community lift each other up, and we are year. However, the spirit of on May 8th. basically like a family.” The the Hun Dance Company will The show included many Varsity dancers are getting never change. other solos and group danc- es, some choreographed by Left: Hun students. “Bad Guy,” for Luiza Loyo ’19 example, was both choreo- graphed and performed by Hailey Patel ’20, and “Burn” was both choreographed and performed by Ava Taddeo ’19. “Can I say my solo ‘Dying In L.A’….?” Lucinda Law ’20 said with a big smile, when asked about her favorite piec- es of the show. “I didn’t think I Right: was going to do a solo,” Lucy Photos courtesy of the Communications Office Laura Kim ’19 laughed, “and I definitely Lucinda Law ’20, solo, Dying in L.A. June 2019 Page 11 MORE HUN HAPPENINGS To the Graduates, Xie and Cole, Student Government From Faculty & Staff President and Vice-President Dear Seniors, “Enjoy the small and ordi- nary moments with family and At the Student Government “I say, study abroad, travel, be friends moving forward. Those debate, Jackson introduced uncomfortable, be the whirling will be the memories that you their platform by sharing their dervish, dance in the foreign rain. cherish the most as you get old- goals. For once you leave your own er. Also, don’t be paralyzed by “Our campaign’s main shores, you are never the same failure. It is a reminder for us to message can be simplified to a again. Another thing, Rumi says, keep trying and to fully appre- short phrase, “Be heard.” You “You are not a drop in the ocean. ciate something once we have all may not realize it, but stu- You are the entire ocean in a achieved it.” dent government at Hun really drop.” He is talking about you! It ~Mrs. Timm-Dinkins has been an honour to know you. does have a powerful impact COME BACK AND VISIT. “ “The more you enjoy what on the decisions and changes ~Mrs. Mishra you’re doing, the more creative being made to our environ- you will become, and the more ment. One of the changes we “What you see, what experi- you will learn. Take advantage would like to make would be to ence, what you learn no one can of every opportunity and be a add more positions of author- take from you. Embrace the next life learner!” ity. We know all of you have steps on your journey.” ~Mrs. Roberts great ideas that need to be heard, so we would like to open up more positions in various groups ~Mrs. McNulty around the school that could help circulate those ideas throughout the student base, to create the “As you start your next jour- “You are about to embark on ney, remember that adversity is changes you long for. The appointment process for those positions will be completely unbiased, an incredible experience! It is inevitable, effort matters, and regardless of gender, sexual orientation, age, and etc. We would like to put an emphasis on not my hope that you embrace the character counts.” discriminating one another and creating an all inclusive environment. Regardless of your ap- opportunity fully. Question EV- ~Mrs. Rad pearance, clubs you’re involved in, age, or grade, Leon and I will represent you.” (excerpt from ERYTHING and push yourself to Jackson’s speech) experience new things and ideas. “Study, be social, be respon- Live outside your comfort zone- sible, try new things, never go Then, Leon ended with his pledge as President: who knows where it may take out alone, get involved, make Our goal is to strive for a happier, more inclusive, and eco-friendly community. We will work you. We can’t wait to see who friends, don’t forget your HS to create an improved spirit week schedule, to increase school spirit. We would also like people you will become!” friends, send a note to family to be more aware of the the Amnesty program and make it more accessible to the community, in ~Mrs. Plautz once a week, keep a journal, and Put your phone down!!!” order for it to guide and help you with your problems, as you are not alone. A healthy state of mind “High school graduation feels ~Mrs. Guns among the community is essential, which can be accomplished through a closer bond between the like an ending, but it’s really a student and the teacher.” (excerpt from Leon’s speech) beginning. New challenges lie “Take chances. Put experi- ahead: more difficult classes, lots ences over things. Have con- A Good Year for Hun’s Trophy Cabinets of unstructured time, and fewer versations. Be on time. Invest in graded assignments in which to your health- physical, emotional their competitions. prove yourself. In all the scary and mental. Practice gratitude The Varsity Boys Lacrosse excitement, keep in mind that, daily. Always remember where team beat Lawrenceville at just like high school, college will you came from. Never drink and home during a challenging and also be an important chapter in drive. And most definitely invest contested Prep “A” final game. your life, but college does not in a good pair of shower shoes!” The Raiders’ 10-7 victory over necessarily define your future! ~Ms. Schneider the Big Red secured Hun’s If your grades aren’t what you second straight Prep “A” la- hoped, if you don’t love your “Going off to college: what a crosse title. Hun’s triumphant chosen course of study, don’t de- dynamic time of life! Be bold! spair! Let your passion guide you Expand yourselves! Be curious! spring season continued as to your next path. Remember: Work hard! And by all means, the baseball team beat Peddie Teachers can be allies for life, so have some fun!” 10-0 to make themselves 2019 keep in touch! We can help you ~Dr. Fabian MAPL champions. through the hard times and love Photo courtesy of the Communications Office Following that, Hun Base- to help celebrate your victories!” “I hope that you take good By Nicolas Atalla ’20 pions of the Purple Puck tour- ball also secured their fourth ~Dr. Holm care of yourself and others; I straight NJISAA Prep “A” hope that you find ways to be of nament in Washington D.C. In As the 2018-2019 February, back in New Jersey, title. Hun’s baseball team fin- “Take the time these next two service; I hope you grow in all ished off the year by being months to relax and enjoy the sorts of ways; and I hope you en- year comes to an end for ath- the Ice Hockey team secured pace that summertime has to of- joy it all!” letics, there is a lot to look their sixth straight Mercer ranked as the country’s 25th fer. Reflect and simply be thank- ~Mrs. Bank back on throughout the past County Tournament title by best high school team by USA ful for the journey that awaits you three sports seasons. beating Princeton High school Today High School Sports. in the fall. For many of you it is “Character is what really mat- Back in the fall, Varsity by 9-4 in the final. Also in the After another successful bittersweet as you move from the ters in life, so make sure you can Football successfully clinched winter season, Varsity Girls athletic year for the Raider’s comfort of the Hun community always look at yourself in the both the 2018 NJISAA Prep Swimming conquered their sports teams, many of the and your family to a new home mirror at the end of every day “A” championship and the school’s athletes are looking with new friends. Some words and feel good about the person first ever Girls Mercer County Mid-Atlantic Prep League Swimming title. forward not only to summer of advice ~ be kind to everyone looking back at you. Let your- break, but also to another com- no matter the circumstance, as self by driven by passion, not a (MAPL) title. To finish off the athlet- petitive and exciting athletic even the smallest act of kindness paycheck. Fulfillment comes in Moving onto the winter ic school year in even more can make a difference to another. numerous forms and life is short, season, Hun Hockey ended the triumph, Hun Lacrosse and season in the Fall, whether it is Kindness is a virtue that speaks to so find what will fill you up and 2018 calendar year as cham- Baseball both triumphed in at college, or back at Hun. your pleasant disposition, warmth drive you and throw yourself and great concern for others. This into it with all of your heart.” is what will attract others to want ~Ms. Hallac to be in your presence and build a friendship. “Look to the future with an- I would also like to encourage ticipation, excitement, and com- you to take risks in the classroom. mitment; look to the past with Challenge yourself to enroll in a wisdom, sentiment, and connec- course or two that may be out of tions; look inside to find honesty, your comfort zone as this may conviction, and character. Wish- tap your interest and passions in ing you a wonderful new chap- a new direction that you never ter as you head to college and thought possible. Choose to be beyond. Don’t forget to keep in curious, open-minded and skepti- touch so that we can cheer you cal as these traits are gifts to help on and celebrate all your suc- you learn, explore and dream. All cesses! We are sure going to the Best!! miss you!” ~Mrs. O’Gorman ~Mrs. Garrison Photo courtesy of hunschool.org June 2019 NEXTTERM NOTES Page 12 Women in Politics May 17, 2019, 3:05pm

I write this now as I am on a Hun School bus with 20 seats for our 13 passengers. We went to Seneca Falls, New York apart of the Women In Politics NextTerm curriculum. The class visited the Women’s Rights National Historical Park that consists of various locations including: a visitor center, the Wesleyan Methodist Chapel, the Elizabeth Cady Stanton House, and Declaration Park. The chapel was used for the 1848 Seneca Falls Women’s Right’s Convention. It is under con- struction, but we were still able to peak inside. Declaration Park has a wall next to the visitor center that showcases the Declaration of Sentiments with all 100 names of men and women who signed the document. Last night, we watched the Netflix film, “Knock Down the House,” which featured working women running for Congress. The film gave the class insight on the perseverance and hard work that it takes to run a campaign against experienced politicians. Today, we went to the National Wom- en’s Hall Of Fame, which opened in 1969. There have been 276 inductees into the Hall Of Fame. Some notable names include: Hillary Clinton, Amelia Earhart, Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Ella Fitzger- ald and more. The group took joy in experiencing picturesque Seneca Falls’. ~Anna Marie Heiser ’21

The Science and Math of Thrill Rides May 20

We were assigned a project of building a roller coaster. All the materials allowed were provided: paper boards, scissors, tape and a paper cup. The objective of the project was to build a paper board roller coaster that would overcome a hill of 6 inches tall and lead the marbles into the paper cup. Originally, the task was taken with great ease because people thought it was going to be easy. Problems started to emerge as the roller coaster, attached to a high starting point, needed to go smoothly from the bottom to the top of the hill to avoid energy loss so that the marbles could successfully pass the hill. I could not come up with a solution besides shortening the track and make it less thrilling. Brenden, one of my group mates came up with this idea of creating a triangular track with a piece of bendable card board in between and it was effective theoretically. Kevin and I then built some prototypes based on his idea and they worked significantly better than the trifold track because they provided a smooth transition uphill. These expe- riences prove the necessity and high efficiency of team work and reiterate the fact that everyone has his/her own strength so it is unwise and disrespectful to underestimate anyone. ~Jason Yang ’21

Taking It on the Road Wednesday, May 22, 2019

It is day 7 into the Show Business 101 and we are coming close to an end product that we can bring on to the roads. Due to the limited time we have to put on a show, we all have worked really hard to follow deadlines. We managed to finish blocking yesterday and get a couple of run-throughs today. Rehearsals were definitely tiring, but fun and productive at the same time. Though we were only off-book for the first two scenes, the run-throughs looked great with everyone in costumes and on cues! I am excited to see such progress made since day 1. We also received some criticism on the show from our two guests, Mr. Esher and Mrs. Martin, who joined us at one of our dress rehearsals. The next days would be dedicated to rehearsing with improvement goals in mind to better our performances. This NextTerm course so far has been quite a ride for me! Starting out with not knowing nearly half of the people in the room into being able to act and to have fun on/off stage with one another is a growth that I am sure I am not the only one experiencing. So, I am excited to see how the production and the tour will turn out. Let’s do this The Fun Hun Troop! Break a leg! ~Angel Truong ’21

Photographing Our Steps May 22, 2019

We left for our overnight camping trip at Cape Henlopen. We got to admire stunning sunsets, spend an afternoon playing on the beach, and take pictures of the wildlife surrounding us. At first, I was skeptical because I had never gone camping, but after the trip, I wanted to go on another camping trip! The trip provided me with a more profound appreciation for nature and a diverse practice with photography (prior, I had no idea what each setting did!). ~William Hu ’21

Living in the Environment May 23, 2019

Did you know that Atlantic City, New Jersey, is home to the longest boardwalk in the world? Or that the state soil is called Downer? Even though New Jersey is the most densely populated state, multiple one-of-a-kind habitats can be found here. My NextTerm class was about learning and living in the environment of New Jersey. We discussed the importance of the environment and conducted labs to get a better understanding. For exam- ple, we spent a few days identifying and measuring the height of trees around the campus. The class walked to a local park to practice using the iNaturalist app, which helped to identify the fauna. Did you know that there are several dogwood trees on Hun’s campus? NextTerm gives students the chance to learn in a different perspec- tive. Next time you are on campus, be sure to take amount to appreciate how beautiful it is. Check out our blog: https://hunnexttermeec.school.blog ~Ashleigh Patasnick ’21 Exploring Ghana May 29, 2019 Location: Accra, Ghana

This was our last day in Ghana. We started at the Du Bois museum, where we had the opportunity to see his house when he resided in Ghana, as well as his libraries that housed thousands of books. Afterwards, we had stopped for lunch before heading to the marketplace. At the restaurant, we were all challenged to try traditional food as it was our last opportunity to have real Ghanaian food. I ordered jollof rice with chicken, a traditional meal in Accra, and my table mates ordered fufu to share. Fufu is dough made from boiled and ground plantain that is put into different kinds of soups, that is meant to be eaten with your hands. This is a very messy dish! With fufu dripping down his hands, Kwame (our guide) was talking to us about Ghanaian culture, and how important it was to live life following these two words: “Odo Nkoaa” which translates to ‘all love’. He said that no matter what happens in life, if you live by these two words, you will find success in all that you do. I loved that this conversation was one of the last conversations that I had with Kwame as I feel that it is something that captured my entire experience while in Ghana. Kwame always treated us with love and care. He invited us to immerse into his culture by meeting his family members, vis- iting his school, and connecting with his friends. In interacting with his family, friends, and students, it was clear that love was the glue binding them together regardless of the situation. I found that in the school, for example, the kids treat everything they had with them with love. The way the students carried their backpacks, or treated their uniforms, was all done with respect and care. ~Rose Denommee ’20