Maple Marshmallows by Grayson “Due to extreme weather, find shelter immediately.” After receiving this red alert, I found myself trapped in my own apartment. Even a …
The Science of Sandy
“Thanks” to Hurricane Sandy, students all around New York City have been rejoicing over their nine-day weekend. To some of us, Sandy is the source …
Debating the Moderators
What would happen if Barack Obama and Mitt Romney were sent to debate with one another with no restrictions or limitations? Well, due to debate …
Hurricane Sandy Ravages New York City
“Hello! This is Lou Uliano! Due to severe weather, the Hewitt School will be closed.” Monday. Tuesday. Wednesday. Thursday. and Friday. Yes ladies, we have …
Sandy Storms The Election
As tall trees appear sprawled across the East Coast and water is found in every crevice, many look on terrified at the havoc that Hurricane …
Sophomores Take Nature by Storm
An art museum enveloped in nature – that is exactly what the tenth grade had the opportunity to enjoy on their IDEAL day. The group …
A 21st Century Beagle
“The voyage of the Beagle has been by far the most important event in my life and has determined my whole career.” And now, this …
Thought Experiments in My Cousin Rachel
Due to my great fondness of Daphne du Maurier and her romantic suspense novel Rebecca, I decided to read another novel of hers, entitled My …
Poll-Itics: Live Polling Captures Political Opinions of US Students & Faculty
On October 24, 2012, US students and faculty participated in a live poll for the second time (see Poll-Itics: Results from the JSA Election Presentation for …
“Pitch Slapping” Since the 1800s
Most are under the assumption that in order to play crowd-pleasing music one needs the basics: drums, guitar, piano, tambourine (for a little flair), and a singer. …