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Photo of the Day: June 29

Photo of the Day: June 29

By Julia Medine June 29, 2013

The Folklife Festival sprawls across the National Mall. The festival celebrated different cultures and countries on Thursday.

The Max Brenner storefront in Bethesda. Max Brenner is scheduled to open in downtown Bethesda later this summer.

Photo of the Day: June 13

By Julia Medine June 13, 2013

The Max Brenner chocolate shop storefront in Bethesda. Max Brenner is scheduled to open in downtown Bethesda later this summer.

Sophomore places second in debate national championship

By Staff Writer June 9, 2013

There’s no debating it; Sophomore Sophia Caldera’s speech and debate career has only just begun. Caldera recently placed second in the national championship in Philadelphia, which lasted from May 24...

Penn State football coach and commencement speaker Bill OBrien speaks to the class of 2013. This years seniors graduated on Friday at DAR Constitution Hall.

Photo of the Day: June 9

By Julia Medine June 9, 2013

Penn State football coach and commencement speaker Bill O'Brien speaks to the class of 2013. This year's seniors graduated on Friday at DAR Constitution Hall.

Band teacher Terry Alvey directs the symphonic orchestra as graduates start procession. The class of 2013 graduated today at DAR Constitution Hall.

Photo of the Day: June 7

By Julia Medine June 7, 2013

Band teacher Terry Alvey directs the symphonic orchestra as graduates start procession. The class of 2013 graduated today at DAR Constitution Hall.

Going Out Guide: Summer edition

Going Out Guide: Summer edition

By Staff Writer June 4, 2013

After a stressful school year filled with homework, studying, and more homework, students finally have two and a half glorious months off that they have been dreaming of since September. For those who...

Students hold candles in honor of Yousef Awadh at a candlelit vigil in the courtyard. Awadh passed away on Monday, and his funeral will be held in Kuwait. Photo by Maya Weiss.

Photo of the Day: May 28

By Julia Medine May 28, 2013

Students hold candles in honor of Yousef Awadh at a candlelit vigil in the courtyard. Awadh passed away on Monday, and his funeral will be held in Kuwait. Photo by Maya Weiss.

Color Run lights up D.C.

Color Run lights up D.C.

By Staff Writer May 21, 2013

Despite the ominous grey clouds overhead, 5,000 runners enjoyed a morning full of vibrant colors this Sunday. The Color Run, known as “the happiest 5k on the planet,” came to Washington D.C. May...

Madeleine Carter is the executive producer for Locked Up Abroad, which aires Wednesdays at 10pm. Photo courtesy National Geographic Channel.

Parent produces “Locked up Abroad” documentary series

By Staff Writer May 20, 2013

Although Whitman parent Madeline Carter has had her job as executive producer at National Geographic locked up for the last fifteen years, the phrase took on new meaning when she began producing the show...

Mr. Whitman winner Johnny Poffley and Mr. Congeniality Isaac Rubin pose with their respective accessories. Photo by Joanne Choi.

Senior Jonathan Poffley wins Mr. Whitman

By Julia Medine May 18, 2013

Senior Jonathan Poffley, also known as “Poffdaddy,” earned himself a new title Friday night – Mr. Whitman. At this year’s Mr. Whitman competition, the judges included English and journalism...

Mr. Whitman contestants and helpers pose for a photo. The contestants ran around the school singing various songs during 7th period, and then competed for the title last night.

Photo of the Day: May 18

By Julia Medine May 18, 2013

Mr. Whitman contestants and helpers pose for a photo. The contestants ran around the school singing various songs during 7th period, and then competed for the title last night.

Viking Vogue: The do’s and don’ts of men’s summer clothes

By Staff Writer May 16, 2013

Alright boys, it’s time to address something that’s not usually discussed, but is oh so important-- your clothing choices. This summer you’re bound to be on vacation somewhere keeping an eye out...

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