Nathan Hsiao and Ayah Lababede, GW, Editor in Chief and GW, Editor
December 12, 2019
How would you describe your style? I would describe my style as sophisticated, kind of high-class, in the more menswear section of fashion. I take a lot of inspiration from people like Tom Ford; he’s a big fashion designer of one of the higher end brands. I like mimicking that look. I think it's good for a mature style—I think...
Michelle Khoury, GW writer
December 11, 2019
We’ve all been through this before. It’s the last day of school before the holiday break, you’re excited to finally have some time to relax, maybe you’re even going out of town, catching up on some of your favourite television shows, read a new book, or maybe just finally spend some more time with your family. But then disaster...
Haddy W. Dardir, Editor and Staff Writer
December 1, 2019
When I looked up dates for Cleveland Orchestra Youth Orchestra concerts, I wanted to attend one not only to see my colleague Nathan and other friends perform, but additionally get myself exposed to more orchestral music for the growth of my musicality. I soon as looked up COYO concerts, Google immediately showed their fall concert...
Nathan Hsiao, GW, Editor in Chief
November 12, 2019 • 1 Comment
I have an inexplicable urge to say “Hi!” to everyone. Through slender hallways, my glance gazed into the crowd- the hefty detention monitor chuckling with laughter, buff football players, lost freshmen searching through a maze. Some I didn’t recognize, yet all were waiting to say “Hi!” The slight corners around my mouth compel me to...
Limited Cell Phone Service on Campus
March 18, 2019
Everyday, hundreds of students of Westlake High School trek through the long hallways, completely starved of decent cellular connection. Since the renovation in 2015, the building has added new flooring and remodeled the football field. Despite these impressive structural aspects, WHS is one of the...
Rejection: a High School Student’s Life
March 5, 2019
My College Journey is a series on getting into college. Taken from the Westlake Bay Village Observer.
Nathan Hsiao, GW Editor-in-Chief
November 3, 2019 • No Comments
As the cold humid air dampened my skin, foreign noises made their way through the cracks of my Taiwanese house. Outside, food vendors bargained in an exotic language that failed to resonate in my ears. The scent of an unaccustomed dim sum dishes permeated the air. In my new kitchen, a white index card lay on the table, awaiting my arrival. There, inscribed...
My First Time Surfing (A Short Story)
October 20, 2019
As the moonlight shines over the dark ocean breeze, ravens swarmed the night sky filled with darkness. It was 12 pm and the excitement in the air was palpable as the smell of the sea water filled up my nostrils. Dark icy water slithered in the horizon...
Patriot Act with Hasan Minhaj: An Insightful Way to Digest Ignored Issues
February 17, 2019
Hasan Minhaj should be the new comedian on your radar. Known for his Netflix special Homecoming King which so eloquently relates the immigrant story in a humorous light, Hasan has embraced his role as representative to the POCs who are ready to be heard....
Demon Spotlight: Interviewing the Football Team
September 27, 2018
The Demons have returned! After a 15 game losing streak, the football team fought hard to bring home...
Hey Browns! Let’s Get It Right This Time.
September 17, 2018
Ever since the Cleveland Browns drafted the Number 1 overall pick, coach Hue Jackson has clearly been...
Westlake Swimming Team Advances to Districts
February 11, 2018
This Saturday, February 10th, 2018, the Westlake swim team had a fantastic Sectionals meet at Cleveland...
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Ayah Lababede, GW Writer
November 17, 2019
Submit your creative work to potentially be featured in our school’s Literary Journal! If you haven't heard already, our school’s Literature Society publishes a Literary Journal each school year. Any student can submit a work to be considered for the final published copy. Below are the Literary Journal Submission Guidelines: Poetry, short...
Interviewing The Rose Arch and Homecoming Court
October 25, 2019
Last week, we had our annual Rose Arch and Homecoming Court assembly. Those chosen for the Homecoming...
