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Glen Ellyns Volunteer Fire Company
Glen Ellyn's Volunteer Fire Company
Sam Wright, Staff Writer • March 9, 2023

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Poll Finds West Students Spend Too Much Time on Screens
Robert Elliot, Staff Writer • March 9, 2023

According to a poll conducted by the Glen Bard, around 77% of West students believe they spend either a lot or too much time on their screens (phones, school iPads, and computers). The...

Can You Solve the Murder Mystery of Glenbard West Theatre?
Can You Solve the Murder Mystery of Glenbard West Theatre?
Molly Gibson, Staff Writer • February 13, 2023

If you have been paying attention to West Winds, posters on the bathroom stalls, or our very own Glen Bard page, then you would know about one of Glenbard West Theatre’s...

Revisiting Horror:
Revisiting Horror:
October 26, 2022
GBW Cheer Graphic, created by Blake Noble.
Spotlight on GBW Cheer
December 12, 2022
Photos by Nabiha Ajmeri and Maariya Quadri
Hijab Day: What is it?
Nabiha Ajmeri , Staff Writer • February 1, 2023

Muslim women all around the world are recognized for wearing the hijab on February 1st.  The hijab in Arabic means “veil”. It’s a form of modesty and symbolic of faith...

Image created by Katherine Schlueter.
How Are Grades Affecting Students?
Katherine Schlueter, Staff Writer • December 1, 2022

Grades are a part of every student’s life here at West and so much importance is attached to these letters and percentage points, that students...

The Forensics team enjoys a moment between rounds during a tournament.
Forensics kicks off 2022-23 season bringing "connectedness" back
Ethan Parab, Tech Specialist • November 28, 2022

After its first few tournaments this month, West’s Forensics team is excited to start off its 2022-23 season better than ever, focusing this...

Revisiting Horror:
Revisiting Horror:
Aarthi Mallavarpu, Video Editor • October 26, 2022

Carmilla & Dracula - Social Culture and Vampire Stories in the Victorian Era Social culture and vampire stories from the Victorian era may...

Cartoon of Mr. Wiersum writing the Centennial and jockeying on the Radio. Drawn by Will Lafontaine.
The Glenbard West Radio Club: Its Opportunities and Future
Ben English, Staff Writer • October 24, 2022

The Glenbard West Radio–WGHS–is back in town, but what does this club really do? That story starts with Mr. Wiersum, the club’s sponsor...

Can You Solve the Murder Mystery of Glenbard West Theatre?
Can You Solve the Murder Mystery of Glenbard West Theatre?
Molly Gibson, Staff Writer • February 13, 2023

If you have been paying attention to West Winds, posters on the bathroom stalls, or our very own Glen Bard page, then you would know about one of Glenbard West Theatre’s...

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Avatar: The Way of Water - Worth the Watch?
Ashton Edakkunnathu, Entertainment Editor • February 3, 2023

Avatar: The Way of Water was the anticipated sequel of James Cameron’s 2009 Avatar. Avatar was originally made famous for its incredible CGI—which...

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Hollywood Glamour With A Modern Spin: This Year’s Golden Globes Fashion
Blake Nobel , Staff Writer • February 2, 2023

  The Golden Globes, which could arguably be one of the most exciting nights in Hollywood, took place on Thursday, January 10th. As stars stepped...

Photo by Nusra Mohammed
The Black Box, In Review
Katherine Schlueter , Staff Writer • January 20, 2023

West Theater presents two student written and produced shows that will run from Thursday, January 19th to Saturday, January 21st, Only a Matter...

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Julia Kelly: Winner of Glen Bard Short Story Competition!
Julia Kelly October 26, 2022

Light Breaks on the Mountains             I don’t exactly know why I agreed to it. In fact, the way that Joni’s face morphed into...

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