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Emma Jacobson

Emma Jacobson , Business Manager

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Lowering the drinking age has societal benefits

Lowering the drinking age has societal benefits

Emma Jacobson, Business Manager April 12, 2017

In the United States, the Minimum Legal Drinking Age (MLDA), is 21 years old. The thought behind this law is to protect the developing minds of young people, however, I believe it does the opposite. The...

January sees big bump in gym membership

January sees big bump in gym membership

Emma Jacobson, Business Manager January 28, 2017

Every January 1, New Year’s resolutions are put in place. The most common resolution: to get in shape. In these harsh winter months, the only way make an attempt to do so is by joining a gym. During...

Different Regions Dominate Different Sports

Different Regions Dominate Different Sports

EMMA JACOBSON, Business Manager October 20, 2016

As we all know, the West Coast is significantly warmer than the East Coast, in the summer as well as throughout the year. Due to the differences in these climates, it highlights aspects such as sports....

Students meet to discuss dress code policy

Students meet to discuss dress code policy

Emma Jacobson, Business Manager May 6, 2016

Around sixty students gathered at STEP on Wednesday, May 4 to discuss their opinions and experiences with Wilson’s dress code policy.  The meeting took place in room 205 and was mostly attended by...

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