Sofia Vallejo

2019: The New Era of Disney Movies

Published on March 13, 2019 in Features by Melany Mendez

This year, Disney will release new live-animated versions of their old movies as well as sequences such as “Frozen 2” and “Toy Story 4.” The Disney movies making headlines which are set to be released this year are “Dumbo,” “The Lion King,” “Toy Story 4” and “Aladdin.”

Most of the original movies like “Aladdin” and “The Lion King” were initially released in the 1990s. These movies were a success as the films are still talked about today and were now created in a new-live action adaptation.

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Students In It to End It

Published on March 1, 2019 in Editorial/News by Sophie Zetzsche

Wesleyan students Sophie Zetzsche, Melany Mendez, Alayna Fogarty and Sofia Vallejo draw red X’s on their hands. Sophie Zetzsche.
Senior Ben Smoke draws a red X on his hand to promote ending slavery. Sophie Zetzsche.
Seniors Ansley Cotter and Grace Kennedy pose with their red X’s. Sophie Zetzsche.
Senior Melany Mendez draws a red X on her hand to Shine a Light on Slavery. Sophie Zetzsche.
End It Movement. enditmovement.com.

When the term slavery comes up in today’s culture, it is easy to think of it as a crime of the past. But in fact, it is the exact opposite. The estimated number of slaves around the world today is around 40 million, which is higher than it was when slavery was legal throughout the 19^th century. And the number of enslaved people is constantly increasing. Today, slavery is the fastest growing crime in the world (End It Movement).

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Senioritis Plagues Class of 2019

Published on January 31, 2019 in Features by Sophie Zetzsche

Senior Harrison Larner sleeps through free period rather than working on homework. Sophie Zetzsche.
Senior Grace Kennedy does a puzzle in class instead of listening. Sophie Zetzsche.
Senior Kyle Cleveland games instead of working on homework during free period. Sophie Zetzsche.

Although the stomach bug is going around Wesleyan, Senioritis is catching up, taking masses of seniors up in its storm. Senioritis is a disease plaguing second semester seniors across the country. Although some have been infected since August, the disease is just now spreading throughout the entire Wesleyan senior class. The question is: will they make it?

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Water Polo: Don’t Tread on the Wolves

Published on September 1, 2017 in Sports by Sydney Anderson

Amid the other fall sports, water polo has returned for their 2017 season. Winning one of their matches already, the team promises an exciting season. With a great track record for success, senior Grant Beaty predicted that they are “headed to the state championship.” The team has earned high praise in their past for their notable track record.

Starting off their season with one win out of their first six matches is highly impressive for a team that, due to time and venue restrictions, is only capable of limited practice. Senior Grant Beaty said they have games two to three times a week and practice “two to three times a year.” Coach Kevin Kadzis mentioned what the course of the season will entail and talked about what makes water polo the increasingly popular sport it is. There is a lot of buzz surrounding the distinguished team this season. “We have a pretty challenging schedule given the nature of club sport,” said Kadzis, “But I’m most interested in how we improve as individuals and how we improve to play together as a team.”

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