CRA ZE before the world was big
issue two // volume twenty-five // october 2016
introduction // table of contents
table of contents 03-04 contributors
27-28 books made easy
05-08 abstract concrete
29-32 imaginary friends
13-14 night drive
33-36 revisiting museums
15-16 memory box
37-38 pizza crawl
13-16 unique sports
39-40 eyes of westside
17-22 modern cliques
41-42 college meltdown
23-26 omaha roller derby
43-46 quiz your teachers
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letter from the editor . . .
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couple nights ago, I awoke in the middle of the night and suddenly got the urge to crawl into bed with my mom. I don’t know exactly what prompted me to do so, but the minute I laid down next to her I felt more comfortable than I had in a while. The sound of her snoring lulled me to sleep instantly, just like it did when I was little. College applications, ACT tests, leaving home—all of these adult things have left me feeling nostalgic lately. It makes me miss the days when my only job was deciding what I wanted for dinner. That’s why this issue we wanted to bring you back to the days of childhood wonder, when everyone was your friend and before the world was big.
— grace wolfe, editor-in-chief
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introduction // contributors
Lilli Marvin Design Editor
Kati Stanzel Managing Editor
Elisabeth Facer Copy Editor
Erin Kruger Copy Editor
Grace Wolfe Editor-in-Chief
Megan Murray Staff
Samantha Chesire Staff
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Kyndall Goodwin Photo Editor
Anastasiya Petrosyan Staff
Lydia Kasem Staff
Anna Greene Staff
Julia Steiner Guest Writer
Kendall Brekke Staff
Biruk Tewodoros Staff
Ivan Reyes Staff
Kaelyn Mettler Staff
William Larson Staff
Anne Stepanek Staff
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Emma Kopplin Staff
Isabella Tyler Staff
Nick Protzman Staff
feature // graffiti art
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ABSTRACT CONCRETE
westside students express themselves through art
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story and photos by nick protzman, design by lydia kasem
he mixing ball goes back and forth “When I went to Mexico, that’s when it really against the insides of a paint can, sparked,” Rodriguez said. “There were a lot of making a clicking sound as it hits each murals in the street. It was so beautiful, every side. Spraying away at a newly cleaned corner would have something really dope.” wall, some of the most revered graffiti Rodriguez made the move from Mexico to writers in Omaha compete for the best piece. Omaha with his family in 2007. Around this time, Since 2010, a graffiti contest is held annually the graffiti scene in Omaha was at an all-time on 10th and Bancroft at Bancroft Street Market, high. a multi-purpose art gallery. The venue provides a “After that, I started buying graffiti magazines.” safe place for what most of society considers to be Rodriguez said. “I would get tape, put it on top of an eyesore. Titled “Abstract Concrete”, the contest graffiti pieces and trace them.” pulls talented graffiti artists from In Rodriguez’s lap was a around Omaha to compete for a hardcover sketchbook. As he was $300 prize. talking, the pages became filled The winners of this year’s with tags and throw-ups, which is contest were Ian Rodriguez, Jair graffiti terminology for somewhat Rodriguez, and Hugo Zamorano, basic bubble letters. Within the a team of three that took the prize sketchbook, there was a lot of with a vibrant graffiti piece that traditional art opposed to graffiti. read “WISDOM”. “The summer going into my “We believe that minds contain sophomore year of high school, wisdom,” Ian Rodriguez said. I was arrested for doing graffiti,” - junior ian rodriguez Rodriguez is 18 years old and is Rodriguez said. “After this, I had to currently a freshman at UNO. start doing art.” “Previous years, people were rushing and Rodriguez strayed away from the illegal aspect wanted to win, but this time it threw it back to of the activity and began exploring the more the essence of it,” Rodriguez said. “That day was a artistic side of it. He went on to doing multiple really good day. You could feel the vibe.” murals around the city as a part of various The teams intermingled with each other, programs. He recently had an art show along with showing appreciation for one other’s artwork. his cousin at the Kent Bellows Studio in midtown But nonetheless, they were on the clock and were Omaha. racing to finish their individual pieces that would “When people think of a typical graffiti writer, hopefully triumph over the others. they look at him as scum. They picture him “We had a feeling we would win since we felt wearing baggy clothes, not having any morals, and really good that day,” Rodriguez said. “But what likes being destructive,” Rodriguez said. “They mattered to us is that we painted.” don’t get it because they’re not the ones doing it.” Rodriguez was put on to graffiti at a relatively young age of 13.
“We believe that minds contain wisdom”
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feature // graffiti art
Piece by Ian Rodriguez, Jair Rodriguez, and Hugo Zamorano that won this year’s Abstract Concrete
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Mural by Rodriguez and others as a part of Kent Bellows Studio on 25th & N
CLEAR YOUR MIND
a playlist for when you just need to get out and drive story by isabella tyler, design by samantha chesire, photo by ivan reyes
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t starts with an impulse decision; a sudden spur-of-the-moment choice to hop in the car and just start driving. The streets are pitch black, only to be illuminated by suburban street lamps and televisions inside the neighbors’ homes. All of the stress is left behind, and all that remains is open road. These are our teenage years— these are the times where we’re allowed to
make stupid, spontaneous decisions. This is our chance to live while we’re young. The following collection of songs all touch on one common thing: living in the moment. All of these selections are a reminder that we’re only young once, and they perfectly capture the feeling of ecstasy that surrounds us when we take advantage of our youth.
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playlist // night drive
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interactive // craze memory box
FORGET ME NOT
westside students share childhood memories story by erin kreuger, design and graphic by elisabeth facer
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was the queen of the kickball field. It all began one fall day at recess when I decided to play kickball with the boys—even when none of the other girls played. At first, I felt awkward as the boys gave me weird looks. From the looks on their faces, I totally could tell what they were thinking. Why is a girl playing kickball with us? But there I stood, ready to kick. After the pitch, I kicked the red rubber ball with my gray-and-purple Nikes and sent the ball flying through the air and far into the green grass of the outfield. A classmate went to retrieve the ball as I ran like a bat out of hell around the faded bases of the blacktop. I crossed home plate as my teammates cheered for
me. I felt fierce and radiant as I showed up all of the boys with my girl power. This was a very significant moment in my young life because I began to build up the courage that I have today. Our memories from childhood not only form who we are in the present, but they also give us something happy to look back on. Everyone is so different, and our childhood experiences are what form our current personalities and lives. Hearing stories of other peoples’ childhood memories is fun, and Craze has left out anonymous memories boxes around the school in order to shine a light on the childhood memories of Westside’s students.
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feature // unique sports
STRAY FROM THE FOOTBALL FIELD a look at unique sports played by students story and photos by anna greene, design by isabella tyler
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s I flip through the channels on my TV, I search for anything other that football. Occasionally I stumble across a soccer or basketball game, but those are just as overrated. I’ve never entirely understood the hype
of these games. Although these sports are really exciting to watch for many people, there are plenty of other sports that deserve just as much appreciation. It’s fascinating to watch a sport you’re unfamiliar with.
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feature // unique sports
AJ Bruckner // Bowling To junior AJ Bruckner, bowling is completely underestimated. He has participated in competitive bowling since middle school. Since Westside
does not have a bowling team, he’s a part of Skutt Catholic’s Varsity team. Bruckner plans on continuing in college.
“I actually have a couple college coaches looking at me, and I have about $2,000 in scholarships for high school bowling that I can use for any college.”
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Tommy Oldenhuis // Hockey Since he was four years old, sophomore Tommy Oldenhuis has been on skates with a hockey stick in hand. Oldenhuis loves hockey, mainly, for its
fast pace. He plays on the Omaha Hockey Club’s high school team, and competes with teams from Kansas and Iowa.
“I want to [continue], and I’ll try to in college maybe, but I’m hoping to get a scholarship to at least a division two team.”
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YOU CAN’T SIT WITH US classic cliques reimagined
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story by julia steiner, design and illustrations by grace wolfe
veryone told me high school was all about discovering yourself. Initially, I rolled my eyes, but I’ve found this to be true. We’re all grasping for some sense of identity—and because we can’t face the task alone—we seek to be part of a friend group. In movies, the struggle is portrayed differently than what reality presents to us. Cliques in film are illustrated as strict social circles with boundaries forbidden to be crossed when we’re navigating networks of tangled and interwoven friend groups in real life. The portrayal of high school social life in movies is about as fictional as Ferris Bueller’s illness. Both on and off the screen, the social battle is an uphill one, but the toil isn’t accurately depicted in the movies. To Hollywood, it involves nothing more complex than deciding which group to conform to. The popular crowd of cool
cheerleaders and arrogant jocks? The going-nowhere burnouts? Or maybe the clan of awkward nerds? Characters’ personalities are defined by their circle, complete with stereotypes galore. However, most of that categorizing isn’t realistic, especially today. Cliques exist, but they are more broadly-defined and inclusive. Many of us have our feet in more than one circle, and branch out into other areas. Thankfully, people are taking advice from High School Musical, and don’t “stick to the status quo.” Thanks to the web, people are able to connect and bond with likeminded millennials. The internet is the puppet master for our generation, influencing our actions and the way we see the world. Of course, this impacts modern day friend groups, so here’s a tour of our up-to-date Mean Girls lunchroom.
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taxonomy // modern cliques
DRESSED TO KILL These people have an impeccable sense of style, and have closets that even Cher Horowitz would be jealous of. I see them floating around school, glowing like fashion gods-goddesses adorned with flawless outfits. Even if everyone’s a bit jealous of them showcasing their artsy wardrobe on Instagram, they always receive those coveted
double-taps. Despite being sprinkled with compliments on the daily, they don’t let it go to their ego, and they maintain good vibes. They don’t let others’ envy of their effortlessness get to their heads. When unified, they’re a stylish super-hero force—as coordinated as the Heathers, but thankfully a whole lot nicer.
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SPORTY SPICE
The old-school jock was always portrayed as mean and tough, but athletes don’t have to be cocky and cutthroat. They’re in it for the sport, fitness benefits, and good times. They sport their favorite brands of athlesiure, and always look ready for a game. These competitors are always busy, heading to
practice and games, and winning awards for team spirit inside and outside of class. When athletes are part of a team, they’re surrounded by a lot of support and healthy competition, and that energy shines through even outside of practice. These athletes create a positive environment wherever they are.
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taxonomy // modern cliques
BORN IN THE WRONG ERA These people jam to vinyl and swear by Polaroids. Anything vintage is theirs, and they wish that mixtapes were still a thing. They’re pop culture history buffs and love impressing older people with their knowledge. These people have the same idols as their parents and they’re nostalgic for a period they weren’t even alive for. They take it farther than just wearing retro clothing. They are willing to pay
the price of inconvenience that comes with using dated technology in an age where everything’s digital and right at our fingertips. Why do they use a record player when they can just pull up any song on Spotify? They do it to immerse themselves in a culture they wish they could’ve experienced, anything to make them feel like they’re back in the good ‘ole days.
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THE MEGA-FANS Social media planted seeds for a new brand of nerd: the mega-fan. This constant access to media keeps this modern nerd connected and up to date on whatever his or her obsession is. Everyone does this, at least in a small way, but it’s the level of infatuation they have that makes the difference. A scroll through their phone will reveal every social media platform in existence, in which they’ll spend a substantial chunk of their day browsing. These apps— Tumblr, Wattpad, Twitter—are perfect outlets for
expressing their undying love for their fandom. The platforms enable fanatics to bond with communities in love with the same things they are. Of course, memes are a part of this. The nerds are the first ones to stumble upon a new meme, and are the last ones to crack jokes about them. Despite groaning after their twentieth meme joke, we’ll be right there when our mega-fan friends discover the next big thing.
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feature // omaha roller derby
BLOOD, SWEAT, AND TEARS finding community through roller derby story by elisabeth facer, design by william larson, photos by kyndall goodwin
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round the world, roller derby is known for rough-and-tough girls biting, punching, and pulling hair. These girls will do anything to win. The world see’s these women skate off the track with sweat dripping down their foreheads, red marks that will soon be bruises, and scrapes and scratches. What we don’t often see are the colorful wheels rolling across the ground of the skating rink, and the laughter
and comradery that comes after a hard day at practice. Roller derby has been around since the 1920s, but the energy behind this wild sport is changing from a roller skating race to a full blown contact sport. Roller derby has had a surprising transformation, and even more surprising is the friendly bonds that remain between these women despite the highly competitive, and gruff sport. “It’s nice to have a place
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where everybody accepts you for who you are and doesn’t really care as long as you’re trying your best,” Omaha Rollergirls team member and marketing coordinator Jacie Daeges said. With such a reliable group of relatable teammates, it’s easy for those soul-adventurers to discover themselves or create an alter-ego. Each Rollergirl is given a punk-derby name such as the elusive Holmes Sweet Holmes or the world-
renowned Genni Cash. The girls thrive as their roller derby alter-egos in this intensely violent sport. However, even with the bruises from the nudging and pushing, these girls are always there for each other. They stand by their teammates no matter their race, political opinion, or gender. “[Roller derby] brings them closer. You can see they’re not doing it to actually hurt each other. It’s all for fun and they all like the same kind of thing. It’s like a shared passion,” Westside junior and roller derby fan Catherine Cox said. Roller derby has become a safe haven for anyone who is ready to cast out their societal title and create one for themselves. It’s shaped into a place for people who realize they are not defined by their name, age, or gender, and a place for good old ageless fun! For mnay sporst, there are established women’s and men’s teams, but no sport until roller derby has set a goal to establish not just gender and race equality, but an acceptance and inclusiveness of the general queer population. The Women’s Flat Track Derby Association (WFTDA) has enacted several policies stating that
any hostile environments or actions towards queer, gay, or transgender skaters is intolerable. With these ideals, women join the organization with an understanding that acceptance of all is required. The members of the Omaha rollergirls don’t judge people based on how they look, how they sound, or how they behave. They focus more on what they do for the team and
“[Roller derby] has taught me not to judge as much and to be more open to new things”
- jacie daeges, team member and marketing coordiator
the part that really counts: their individuality. “[Roller derby] has taught me not to judge as much and to be more open to new things,” Daeges said. Watching these women rush onto the rink with their dyed hair and black marks on their cheeks riles up crowds. Their wild look, names, and energy makes roller derby a unique experience to watch. Add their rebellious attitude and the
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intensity of the entire arena grows. These women disprove the still-relevant societal expectation that women are not as tough as men by Skating round the track at speeds well above the average skater and pushing through the opposing team’s human barricade. These women proudly boast about their injuries to our dominantly-male culture proving they don’t have to be the classic feminine label the world gives them and encouraging more women to join this revolutionary and empowering sport. “[Roller Derby] holds your attention and it’s really exciting,” Catherine Cox said. As the season opens up, the Rollergirls are excited to be back on the rink with their new recruits. They’re ready to take on their derby competition, have fun, and help each person find their alter-ego in our world of labels. Women worldwide are banding together to support equality and individuality not just on the rink, but in their own communities. A world where people can choose who they want to be instead of the world choosing who they should be is often seen as an unattainable dream, but in that oval rink those girls are the closest they can get to living that dream.
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classics made easy // scarlet letter
classics made easy:
THE SCARLET LETTER hawthorne’s novella explained so you don’t look dumb at dinner parties
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e all want to give off the impression that we’re educated, articulate, young scholars completely socially conscious about the world around us. In reality, we’re teenagers that are selfobsessed and preoccupied with Twitter. Between checking out the new filters on the Snapchat and copying and pasting dms, there’s just not enough time to read some of the most influential pieces of literature that are constantly being referred to. The best solution quick read through a summary of some of the most influential pieces of literature that are constantly referred to so you won’t embarrass yourself the next time you try to come off as a teen scholar. To start off our segment, let’s get you caught up on the wildly popular The Scarlet Letter by Nathaniel Hawthorne. The main character, Hester Prynne, gives birth to a baby boy in her new American settlement. But her husband, Roger Chillingworth, has been living in England...that’s none of my business though. Their governor noticed that it didn’t add up, and damned her to wear the famous red “A”. Hester is then
shunned from society and resides to the woods. People come and visit her every once in awhile but they come back with stories on how the child, Pearl, is basically acting out the plot of Paranormal Activity. Hester stays chill this whole time and doesn’t out the father because he is actually a not so holy Reverend. At the end of the novel, there is a great big sermon with all the town, and the Reverend gives this dramatic, conceded speech on how New England’s people are chosen by God. Everyone gets really excited by the speech and proceed to the dinning hall to smash. In the dinning hall the Reverend finally announces that he is the baby-daddy to Pearl. He then decides to get out of his fair share of shaming and suddenly dies. That’s the gist of The Scarlet Letter, put into simplest terms. You may not be able to answer specific questions pertaining quotes or detailed scenes, but you can at least throw out the name Pearl and people will assume you somewhat know what you’re talking about.
story by megan murray, design by emma kopplin, illustration by kati stanzel
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interactive // imaginary friends
NOT QUITE IMAGINARY remembering our truest childhood friends story by kendall brekke and grace wolfe, photos by kendall brekke, design by anne stepanek, and illustrations by featured artists
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’m getting married to buzz lightyear.” I declared. It was the only thing I could say while my mom stood there dumbfounded, watching me apply another layer of lipstick. There I sat on the closet floor, my too-small princess dress a wedding gown. I knew my mother wouldn’t approve— not only was Buzz too old for me, but he was also “imaginary”. But none of this mattered. As an only child, I needed to create someone who could be my
constant playmate. To me, Buzz Lightyear was also a way out of the constant anxiety I felt. Children create imaginary friends for many reasons. To have a companion, to deal with serious situations, or just to cure boredom. They hold a special significance to us as children. We asked some of your classmates to draw their imaginary friends to remind us of those who where there when no one else was.
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aleia budwig
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interactive // imaginary friends
graycen boettger
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photo essay // museums
WHEN WE WERE YOUNG reconnecting with youth through museums story by anastasia petrosyan design by kendall brekke
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can picture it now: my un-brushed hair pulled into a ponytail, dressed like a princess, dragging my mother through the long marble halls of the Joslyn Art Museum. I remember going down the slides and making paper butterflies at the Omaha Children’s Museum. I pointed at paintings while giggling with friends on a school field trip at the Durham Museum. Before I was big, I had the whole world in front of me. Art and history seemed like something unapproachable and magical that I would never be able to understand. Eventually after years of visiting museums, I began to see the beauty and art; the brush strokes and colors in paintings had these unexplainable ways of making me happy. At the time it was overwhelming, but as I grew older, I appreciated going to museums more and more.
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Today we have much bigger problems to deal with. It seems like we’re always preoccupied with to do lists and responsibilities, and often don’t take days off to enjoy the good things in life. Museums help you rediscover that innocent wonder we had as children. We weren’t pessimists yet, and by observing art and history, we were taught that the planet is huge and worth exploring. The only thing in front of us was the painting. Because we were so young, we couldn’t believe that some day we could also be those artists, sculptors, or historians. Exposing little kids to art is the best thing we can do since they are tiny copies of us, and they are just as curious about how big and incredible the world is as we were years ago.
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photo essay // museums
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food review // pizza crawl
FOOD FIGHT M
on the search for the best pizza in omaha
y hand grips the table. Fatigue washes highschoolers. over me, my stomach threatens to burst. Unfortunately, a pizza quality algorithm I eye the waitress walking towards me, doesn’t exist quite yet, so in order to rank my delivering me the final blow. She sets down the samples I have to rely solely on my intuition cheesy goop in front of me, flashing a devilish as a pizza connoisseur. In terms of the thin smile as she walks away. I stare down my slice, Brick Oven takes the cake for taste (sorry opponent; its glistening surface mocking me Lighthouse). Brick Oven Pizzeria not only crafts with every second that passes by. The seemingly an array of delicious pizzas, but also provides innocent slice, thin and harmless, taunts me many options for those individuals looking for relentlessly. This is my tenth slice of pizza today, something besides the traditional slice. Offering the final destination of my pizza crawl. a savory vegan side-menu, there’s something for For a year now, I have had a mission—nay— everyone. Not only do they serve pizza, but also a destiny to try the dozens of pizza places calzones and cheese bread that will make your around Omaha, and document taste buds weep tears of joy. the glory behind each slice. In the name of near heart “In my search Only one may reign champion, failure, Lansky’s w ns the for the best and it is my quest to determine crown for the most delicious, who comes out victorious. carb loaded pizza. Once you slice, I’ve On my journey, I traveled get past the glistening grease learned to to numerous restaurants coating your meal, Lansky’s throughout Omaha known for pizza is guaranteed to curb appreciate the their pizza. My stops ranged any hunger in a matter of from the infamous Lighthouse, many cultures bites. Watch out for clogged frequented by Westside arteries—overdose at your own of pizza.” students, to the delectable risk folks. Brick Oven Pizzeria. Also Of course, this wouldn’t visited were Mama’s Pizza, Pitch, La Casa, Don be a true pizza crawl if we didn’t keep in mind Carmelo’s, Zio’s, Lansky’s, and the Pizza Shoppe the financial budget many of us starving Collective. highschoolers possess. In terms of most bang In my search for the best slice, I’ve learned for your buck, Lighthouse offers high quality to appreciate the many cultures of pizza. We pizza pie in large servings at a relatively have the thinly sliced, savory if done right but affordable price. disastrous when cooked wrong. We also have No matter your pizza pursuit, whether you’re what I like to call the cardiac arrests, coated ust in for a good time, or a true aficionado on with enough grease to fuel my house for a the hunt for the holy grail, Omaha never fails in week. Not to forget the colossal double-slicers, terms of variety, grease, and good old delicious truly a financial blessing for us penny-pinching pizza. Pizza on. story and graphic illustration by lilli marvin, design by erin kruger
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photo essay // eyes of westside
sophomore ethan goldner
junior alexis rose
freshman abby cota
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BEHIND THESE EYES capturing personality through the eyes of students story and photos by biruk tewodros, design by william larson
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urly black hair. Splashes of acne. Smile lines. Deep brown eyes. These are the features I notice when I look in the mirror. Looking into someone’s eyes gives a certain level intimacy that is not easily found. Being physically close to someone can invoke unique feelings and reactions, such as discomfort, warmth, and laughter. When
the world was big, everyone had big eyes, a button nose, and teeny-tiny lips. But things have changed, and now we face the struggle that is acne, facial hair, and makeup. The next few pages hold some of the souls of Westside that have changed since we’ve grown up.
senior henry flott
sophomore kylee ettleman
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opinion // college meltdown
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COLLEGE MELTDOWN T
please, stop asking about it
he next person who asks me about college is going to be punched in the face. Not really, but it would bring me immense satisfaction. As a high school senior, the only inquiry I seem to answer these days is about my future. Where are you going to school? What are you going to major in? Do you have any scholarships? By now, the simple mention of college is enough to send me into a stress-induced panic. The dozens of questions have turned what should be a monumental, exciting period of my life into a cringe-worthy experience. When I first created my Common Application account, I was ecstatic. In my mind, this was the epitome of adulthood—the beginning of my freedom. I couldn’t wait to get out of high school, to move out to LA and become the music journalist I always aspired to be. The more and more people who asked me about my future, the sooner I wanted to make it a reality. I would brag to anyone and everyone who would listen, sending my mom into fits of tears over the thought of me leaving. I was so focused on the future that I began to ignore my last year at Westside. The constant bombardment of questions exacerbated the issue, and I ignored my dwindling days in the place I have grown to call home the past 17 years. This past month submitted my first applications. When I requested my transcripts, the enormity of the seemingly harmless inquiry about my future hit me like a train. This no longer was something to write about and put in a fourth grade time capsule, or fantasize about in freshman guidance. In a mere ten months I am going to be starting life over again, and the enormity of that idea can’t be summed up into a simple response to “Where would you like to go to college?” The fact of the matter is, I am terrified. I am terrified of the insurmountable stress of getting accepted, of letting down everyone’s expectations
of getting into my “dream school.” I am terrified of leaving my family, of trying to make new friends thousands of miles away, of being successful in my career. But working on my college applications has made me realize two things. First, seniors need to appreciate this time we have left. As soon as we walk across that stage, our world will be thrown upside down. Hug your family. Say thank you to your teachers. Secondly, it’s okay to be terrified. Some days, I want to drop out of school and run away from it all entirely. It’s okay to not have your future planned out by the minute, to know exactly what you are doing and when. Imposing those expectations on yourself is just unhealthy. So kick back and close the Common App. Just be a kid for a while, before the world gets big. You’re not an adult just quite yet.
story, graphic, and design by lilli marvin
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interactive // quiz your teachers
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have always been one to question authority. Whether it’s my parents, coaches, or teachers, I like to know that the people in charge of me really know what they’re talking about. When I ask questions I expect a clear, concise answer that helps me understand. I ask a lot of questions in class because it gives me a new perspective and helps me comprehend. I want to learn, not memorize. Grades are important to me, sure, but
understanding a subject is my focus in school. I crave knowledge, for knowledge is power. Craze knows there are students who are hungry to learn and thirsting for knowledge. To satiate your curiosity, we went around and quizzed teachers on the subjects they teach. The next few pages contain their answers, and now you can decide if they would pass the test.
story by kati stanzel, design by emma kopplin, photos by kyndall goodwin
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CRAZE MANIFESTO Here at Craze, we pledge allegiance to keeping it real, To giving a voice to the unheard students To expressing emotions through art To being too loud To avoiding clichés like the plague To finding a reason to celebrate at all times To gaining life long friends Because what makes Craze unique is the family that forms with it, Making each issue the product of a lot of love. We hope after reading you: Want to explore the resaurants and shops of your town Have gained solace from a personal story that hits close to home Begin to look at the world around you differently Feel like maybe your school isn’t so bad after all And that’s just why we’re here, us cool and relatable teens. Because Craze helps you not care what others think But encourages you to think for yourself