The Northwood Howler

from The Northwood Howler, September 28, 2020

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Volume XXII, Issue II: September 28, 2020

INSIDE THIS ISSUE

Kara Chu: “73 Questions” Accent 4 Division over Prop 16 Viewpoint 11

ASB president senior Kara Chu may be struggling through her college applications, but she’s still going strong despite 2020’s opposition to let normal life resume. You’re lucky if you spot her in your Zoom classes—she’s the one with the biggest smile and even bigger heart.

Zooming into the club fair ALUM for Northwood fall kickoff

ALUM for Northwood fall kickoff

ALUM for Northwood, an organization that pairs Northwood students with alumni for one-on-one mentorships, hosted its fall program kickoff with group workshop sessions and guest speakers via Zoom on Sept. 20.

Summer Irvine movie drive-in

The drive-in theatre, once the cultural zeitgeist of the 1950s and 60s, has since become antiquated as modern theater complexes became mainstream. However, due to the COVID-19 shutdowns, throwback driveins rose to popularity as a nostalgic alternative for moviegoing. Starlight Movie Night showcased movies and live improv comedy at the Irvine Spectrum Center this summer, ensuring a rare outing for families and friends that adhered to general safety guidelines.

Remembering Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg

The United States mourned the untimely death of Supreme Court Associate Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg from complications of metastatic pancreatic cancer on Sept. 18, who spent her life battling injustices as a powerful voice for women’s rights and pioneer for gender equality.

The Northwood Howler SPORTS September 28, 2020 13 Interviewing water polo sensation Max Abravanel

Max Abravanel is a Northwood alumni from the Class of 2020 who was a significant figure in the school’s athletics program as a water polo player, which advanced to the CIF. He also was a member of the National Interscholastic Swim Coaches Association (NISCA) All American water polo’s third team, a group of the most coveted athletes from across the nation.

Howler exclusive: interview with a decorated Zoom bomber

As a national symbol of honor, bravery and chivalry, the Zoom Bombers flight squadron continues to make America proud by fighting for our nation’s freedom and justice. Flight Lieutenant Gu Gulmeats has fought valiantly in the Mal War and Operation Blizzard, becoming one of the most decorated Zoom Bombers of all time. After serving the U.S. military for over 40 years and holding a range of positions, Gulmeats decided to retire three years ago and settled