by Ian King (’29) Detroit is entering one of its most exciting seasons in recent memory. With the Lions surging in the NFL, the Pistons cultivating a young core, and the city preparing for its iconic Thanksgiving Parade, Motown is buzzing with energy. This winter, the resilience, pride, and toughness that Detroit’s known for will be on full display for the world. The Detroit Lions … Continue reading Mettle in Motown: Thanksgiving Edition
By Isabella Nestor (’26) Psychology is grounded in mostly modern findings but occasionally refers back to core studies from the past, which had limited knowledge of Psychology due to the field being in its infancy. One key psychologist who started the field’s rapid growth was Wolfgang Köhler, notably regarded for his study on apes on the island of Tenerife. It is essential to know that … Continue reading Psychologist or German Spy? Wolfgang Köhler’s Pursuit in Espionage
By Opal Frazier Johnson (‘28) The flat Earth conspiracy theory is a fairly popular one among pseudoscientists, and its roots trace back to before 5th century B.C, when the Greek philosopher Aristotle discovered that the Earth was round when he observed lunar eclipses. He realized that the Earth had to be a sphere in order for a circular shadow to be cast on the moon. … Continue reading Top Three Scientific Conspiracy Theories(And Why They’re Wrong)
By Isabella Nestor (’26) As we move forward in time, the specificities of the old Roman world are often forgotten. Detrimental events, such as its creation, shift to Christianity and its fall are often pushed to the back burner in favor of more modern studies. More recent investigations look into the role of the Irish and how, through Irish scribes, they were instrumental in protecting … Continue reading Barbarians and Books: The View of the Celtic-Irish and Their Role in Roman Civilization
By María José Alvarez Toribio (‘27) Similarly to most cultures, language and expression are a central part of Mexican and Latin culture, serving as a way to connect with others and preserve the traditions of a region. With language comes the historical context of sayings and their place in the way most people communicate with others. These linguistic tools embody the values and beliefs prevalent … Continue reading Spanish Sayings and Their Meanings
by Isabella Nestor The true history of pirates is often unknown; usually hidden behind a fictitious image we created of them. In reality, there is not much known about the existence of pirates, or if they even do. Pirates are figures that are often depicted as spontaneous and mysterious and are a largely romanticized version of reality. The reality of a pirate’s life can be … Continue reading From Pirate Crimes to Treasure Island
by Raina Li (‘28) Despite being at a geological disadvantage compared to many other civilizations in the world due to drought or flooding of the Nile, Ancient Egypt had some of the most advanced healthcare of its time. Egyptian physicians were highly skilled in herbal, practical, and spiritual medicine, often combining the three methods to heal and revive their patients. Their expertise earned them respect … Continue reading Ancient Egyptian Medicine: Medieval “Medicine” and Future Forensics
By Isabella Nestor (’26) During this sacred time of year, when our minds may wonder about the peculiar ways of the 1600s, the book, In Defense of Witches by Mona Chollet made me wonder why the Witch Trials happened. Many of you reading may know of the terrors and violence that presented itself during this time as another strange occurrence from textbook history but in … Continue reading Are Witch Trials Still Happening in the 21st Century?
The Overachiever 