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Column: Thinner or thicker?

By Anna Cangellaris
Published: Friday, May 16, 2008 - 12:05am
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"I have been dissatisfied with my body since the first snide remark about my round stomach was cruelly made to me in fifth grade, and I have a strong feeling that I am not alone," writes Anna Cangellaris. Oh no, you're probably thinking; not another rant about distorted body image. "Don’t sigh and close your browser window just yet," Anna continues. "I have a few variations and musings on this subject to divulge."

Six more days!

By Rachel Harmon
Published: Thursday, May 15, 2008 - 10:56pm
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Locker sign-ups, StudCo elections, Bloody Barbeque ...

Do you realize that there are only six more days of school?

Of course, after that we have finals, but even including finals it's only 10 days total.

A new type of crime

By Katherine Allen
Published: Thursday, May 15, 2008 - 10:28pm
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Last fall we heard about the case of a Missouri teenager who killed herself after being abused through MySpace, allegedly by the mother of a former friend. Missouri law enforcement officials did not file charges.

Poetry from the Gargoyle's mouth: "Traveling Soldier"

By Shivani Khanna & Sarah Pfander
Published: Thursday, May 15, 2008 - 8:40pm
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Today's a day to change your opinion about country music. Not all of it is bad, especially when you're listening to the Dixie Chicks. "Traveling Soldier" is definitely a song with poetic lyrics and an even more poetic story about love lost. Check inside for a truly exceptional song and the opportunity to change your mind about country music.

"With no regard for human life!"

By Jack Snyder
Published: Thursday, May 15, 2008 - 8:12pm
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All throughout the NBA playoffs, I've been amazed by how exciting the games have been, even in these early rounds. I usually don't watch the playoffs until the finals, but this year has been too compelling.

Girls soccer: Season ends with 3-0 loss to Williamsville

By Gargoyle Staff
Published: Thursday, May 15, 2008 - 7:54pm
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Playing through a constant downpour, No. 1 seed Williamsville shut out Uni 3-0 in a sectional semifinal game this afternoon. The No. 4 seed Illineks ended their season 11-6-2, a major improvement over last season's 7-8-2 mark, which in turn was dramatically better than their 2006 record of 4-15.

What would happen on your perfect prom night?

By Lizzy Warner
Published: Thursday, May 15, 2008 - 10:26am

Audio slideshow: Woo hoo! Uni girls soccer on the move

By Gargoyle Staff
Published: Thursday, May 15, 2008 - 12:53am
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This afternoon the Illineks will travel to Williamsville, a few miles northeast of Springfield, to take on the host Bullets, the No. 1 seed in Uni's playoff bracket and the defending sectional champs. To get to this position, Uni first had to knock off Monticello on Tuesday. Check out this audio slideshow for a look back at the Illineks' memorable and satisfying win. Woo hoo!

Column: Pet shop of horrors

By Laura Dripps
Published: Wednesday, May 14, 2008 - 9:11pm
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For her 16th birthday, Laura Dripps' parents said she could get a pet. Eight months later, she's still looking. Somehow the whole turtle thing didn't work out, but some new prospects are on the horizon. Join Laura as she recounts her quest for a compatible creature companion.

And the survey says …

By Elaine Gu
Published: Wednesday, May 14, 2008 - 8:22pm
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[AUDIO included] Experience working with an independent and innovative faculty is considered the most important quality in a new director/principal of Uni High, according to a survey that more than 500 members of the Uni community took earlier this year. On April 23, the Parent-Faculty Organization held its Spring General Meeting, at which Director/Principal Steve Epperson interpreted the results of the online survey. Check inside for the highlights.

Director/principal update: Search delay to bring changes to Uni

By Alex Zhai
Published: Wednesday, May 14, 2008 - 7:56pm
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[AUDIO included] Building renovations, security improvements, even higher faculty salaries: These are some of the changes likely to result from Uni's postponement of its search for a new director/principal. Alex Zhai spoke to Associate Provost Keith Marshall at the April 23 PFO Spring General Meeting about these topics and came back with this update.

Poetry from the Gargoyle's mouth: "Theme Music to a Drive-by"

By Shivani Khanna & Sarah Pfander
Published: Wednesday, May 14, 2008 - 5:54pm
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Indie rock not your style? Looking for intellectual and though-provoking music? Today's selection might just be your cup o' tea. Lupe Fiasco's a cool dude with even cooler lyrics and they are most certainly poetic in nature. Look inside to read the lyrics of "Theme Music to a Drive-by," they are sure to leave a lasting impression on you.

Boutonnieres and corsages: A how-to for Prom '08

By Deborah Ladd
Published: Wednesday, May 14, 2008 - 5:39pm
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Afraid of sending your date to the emergency room while trying to pin a simple floral arrangement on him or her? Avoid awkward moments and unnecessary blood loss with this simple how-to for prom.

Stuck in silence: Exploring selective mutism

By Shivani Khanna
Published: Wednesday, May 14, 2008 - 3:26pm
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Though selective mutism is an uncommon and complex disorder, and most of us do not have it, we can still relate to it in many ways. For those of us who don't have it, having selective mutism feels like every conversation is full of the same anxiety as giving a speech unprepared to a large audience. Imagine if you had butterflies in your stomach every time you tried to talk to someone. Check inside for an in-depth look at selective mutism and how it has affected one of our seniors.

Run/walk for your life!

By Lauren Piester
Published: Wednesday, May 14, 2008 - 11:58am
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I am not, by any stretch of the imagination, a runner.

Unless I am playing some intense Ultimate Frisbee or am trying to get somewhere really awesome in a short amount of time, I absolutely positively despise running. It makes every fiber of my being scream in pain just thinking about it. It makes me want to curl up into a ball and cry.

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