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Insight on Islamophobia: Episode 2, Discussing the holy month of Ramadan

Insight on Islamophobia: Episode 2, Discussing the holy month of Ramadan

Maarya Shafqat Adil and Yasmina Kassir
May 3, 2021
The establishment of unrealistic societal expectations among teenagers can cause them to constantly pick out imperfections and feel insecure about their appearance.

Unrealistic body standards create toxic environment

Yasmina Kassir, Staff Writer
March 16, 2021
The Standard Podcast: Insight on Islamophobia

The Standard Podcast: Insight on Islamophobia

Maarya Shafqat Adil and Yasmina Kassir
March 15, 2021
Staff Writer Yasmina Kassir reflects on how the right to freedom of expression can be abused as it often legitimizes hateful acts.

Freedom of expression allows for dangerous hate speech

Yasmina Kassir, Staff Writer
November 13, 2020
Sofia Siderman ('21) reflects on the challenges of being new and how they are amplified during a pandemic. On a scale of 1 to 10, Siderman said her transition would fall at a 7.5 because there is limited social interaction.

[Photo] 14 new students reflect on their transition to the High School

October 8, 2020
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