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THE SKY IS NOT THE LIMIT: Sophomores Riya Gupta, Shrey Shah, Hunter Welch and Shreya Aithal proudly pose with their TechRise student challenge winners award certificate.
Northwood students pave the way to space through NASA project
UNDER THE STARLIT NIGHT: Seniors Dmitry Yudnikov and Melissa Eberle enjoy a carriage ride at prom.
Enjoying a ‘Starlit Night’ at Coto de Caza
A STICKY SITUATION: Hand sanitizers left outside the bathrooms can be used as a substitute for soap until vandalism comes to an end, as seen right of sophomore Hunter Welch.
Northwood’s new restroom policies
HIDDEN TREASURES: Sophomore Ivana Siu organizes AP preparation books donated for the Swap ‘n Shop.
Timby’s Swap ‘n Shop
SCIENCE MATTERS: Sophomore Anika Bhat (middle) collects her medal at Chapman University after advancing to the state level competition, winning second place in the Physiology/Medical division of OCSEF for her investigative science project.
Northwood shines at OC Regional Science Fair
STATISTICS WITH A SMILE: Math teacher Chris Sharpe teaches AP Statistics with enthusiastic energy and kindness.
Quantifying Chris Sharpe’s mean-ingful influence
PROM STRUGGLES: Asking someone out to prom can often be a handful
Good, Bad, and Ugly: Prom-ise we can help!
MUTUAL UNDERSTANDING: Izabel Vicente (11) and Haydee Vicente take and teach Spanish 4 respectively, in each other’s awe as the in-class experience brings them together. (Andrew Le)
Mothers on Campus: from the students that get to call them ‘mom’
LAN-GAUGING INTEREST: The hot pink Language Ambassadors flyer catches the eye of every student on campus, including senior Arjun Suresh.
Language Ambassador program
RADIANT ROBOTICS: Freshman Jia Dave demonstrates the correct way to construct a VEX robotics build to club observers, prospective members and competitors.
Peering into engineering with Robotics Club
EXPRESSING THROUGH DANCING AND SINGING: The Viva Cantar groups’ expressive movements flow in sync with Adele’s “Easy on Me” at the bittersweet Pops concert.
Parting ways through a profound Pops concert
IN BLOOM: Junior Riya Roy closes the show out with an emotional rendition of “Man in the Mirror.”
Northwood’s Coffeehouse brews up a blooming night of performances
BHARATANATYAM TAKES THE STAGE: Senior Ananya Badari and Woodbridge Junior Shrinidhi Sriram perform a Dhanashree Thilana.
“Any Body Can Dance”: OC SASA takes the stage
LITERATURE COMES TO LIFE: Senior Tanvi Garneni attests to the importance of including Asian American literature within Northwood curriculum.
Setting the stage for Asian American representation at Northwood
SASS & PIZZAZZ: Dance theatre junior Marisa Chacon (left) and Senior Catie Jamieson stare at each other intently as they recreate the interesting tension of La La Land’s iconic bench scene.
Dance BTS and show
May 2023 Centerspread
May 2023 Centerspread
Greetings From NHS!
Examining Toxic Positivity
Examining Toxic Positivity
February 2023 Centerspread
February 2023 Centerspread
November/December Centerspread 2022
November/December Centerspread 2022
JUST A GLIMPSE OF OPPORTUNITY: Finances often outweigh ability for summer programs.
Socioeconomic bummers of summer programs
THE LITTLE MERMAID
The Little Mermaid Reboot: The representation needed in today’s age
CAUGHT IN THE CYCLE: An Internet user goes through many articles on the Bieber and Gomez feud, completely engulfed in the pointless drama.
Selena vs Hailey: Who’s in the wrong?
EXPAND YOUR HORIZONS: Northwood has far more to offer than AP classes, allowing students opportunities to explore their interests.
You don’t have to FORCE the AP course
DUELING WORLDS: The many revisions caused by an attempt to conform with mainstream culture has left some wondering whether the integrity of the original work still remains.
Why publishers should not be issuing rewrites
SECURING SUCCESS: Boys swim and golf captains lead their teams to dominate PCL championships for the second year, qualifying for CIF.
Two-teams, two-peats for Northwood swim and golf
VICTORY ROARS: Celebratory shouts fill the air as volleyball player senior Suveer Sood and the team triumph the second set against Woodbridge.
The harshest of spotlights: T-Wolves Athletics in action
SERVING UP A STORM: Varsity captain sophomore Ethan Jacob sets a serve in a game against Sage Hill.
Master of the mental game—Varsity tennis captain Ethan Jacob
New School, New Sport, New Experiences
New School, New Sport, New Experiences
STRIKE A POSE: Junior David Grannis-Vu steps onto the dance floor with moves he choreographed himself at the “Extensions” show.
With Guts and a Golden Smile: David Grannis-Vu
Top four ways to avoid getting caught in the Sweep
Top four ways to avoid getting caught in the Sweep
Why did YOU decline to perform at King Charles’ Coronation?
PATRIOT PAGEANTRY: If theres one thing America does right, its creating mascots for customers to drool over.
Top 10 hottest brand mascots
ATTRACTING THE ASSESSOR: A board hopeful manipulates her interviewer through tenacious tactics like submitting NHS confessions.
How to unlock your interview rizz
Badly written summaries of classics matching game
March Howler XIV, Issue 6 – March 10, 2023
March Howler XIV, Issue 6 – March 10, 2023
February Howler Volume XIV Issue V
February Howler Volume XIV Issue V
December Howler Volume XXIV Issue IV
December Howler Volume XXIV Issue IV
October Howler Volume XXIV Issue III
October Howler Volume XXIV Issue III
September Howler Volume XXIV Issue II
September Howler Volume XXIV Issue II
THE GRAVEYARD SHIFT: As Northwood students are getting ready to sleep at home, some of Northwoods staff are still watching over the school in the dark.
Northwood at Night
VICTORY ROARS: Celebratory shouts fill the air as volleyball player senior Suveer Sood and the team triumph the second set against Woodbridge.
The harshest of spotlights: T-Wolves Athletics in action
Irvines New Family-Owned Cafe is the BAUM
Irvine’s New Family-Owned Cafe is the BAUM
Northwood Hot Takes
Northwood Hot Takes
Profiles in Science: Northwood science teachers dish on how they discovered their passion for science and their journey to Northwood
Profiles in Science: Northwood science teachers dish on how they discovered their passion for science and their journey to Northwood
Profiles in Science: Northwood science teachers dish on how they discovered their passion for science and their journey to Northwood
Profiles in Science: Northwood science teachers dish on how they discovered their passion for science and their journey to Northwood
Reaching out for mental health support
Reaching out for mental health support
PEEK INTO THE PIT: Junior Howard Wu plays the keyboard under the pit’s dim lighting.
S1 Episode 12: Passions of the Pack: Producing music
Reaching One’s Dreams: The struggles of first generation college students in the US
Reaching One’s Dreams: The struggles of first generation college students in the US
S1 Episode 10: Teachers Cook: Cooking up a love of teaching
S1 Episode 10: Teachers Cook: Cooking up a love of teaching
THE GRAVEYARD SHIFT: As Northwood students are getting ready to sleep at home, some of Northwoods staff are still watching over the school in the dark.
Northwood at Night
VICTORY ROARS: Celebratory shouts fill the air as volleyball player senior Suveer Sood and the team triumph the second set against Woodbridge.
The harshest of spotlights: T-Wolves Athletics in action
TRICKS IN TREATS: Being wary of homemade treats and inspecting candy wrappers for pinholes, tampering or tears can save you a trip to the ER from allergies or ingestion of potentially dangerous substances. Although the chances of houses serving rainbow fentanyl and other drugs are low, its better to eat one less sweet this Halloween than be tricked while having a treat.
Five Ways to Stay Safe While Trick-or-Treating
CRADLED CHOOK: Ke’s younger sister demonstrates the proper way to hold a chicken.
Happy-Go-Lucky Poultry Day: Clucky pet chickens
ON YOUR MARK, T-WOLVES: Sophomore Nick Keith readies his aim for a second place finish in dodgeball.
Clash of the Classes: School spirit comes howling back
Irvines New Family-Owned Cafe is the BAUM
Irvine’s New Family-Owned Cafe is the BAUM
Northwood Hot Takes
Northwood Hot Takes
The Howling Review: Ep.1: Shaved ice
The Howling Review: Ep.1: Shaved ice
Student/Teacher Speak: Mask Wearing at NHS
Student/Teacher Speak: Mask Wearing at NHS
Figuring out the Skater: Hannah Tao on ice
Figuring out the Skater: Hannah Tao on ice
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The Northwood Howler
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The Northwood Howler
Arya Bhattacharjee

Arya Bhattacharjee, Staff Writer

Even though he has been at Northwood for four years, Arya is still completely lost in his own world. Nevertheless, he still follows his passions of music, gaming, and annoying people who don't like pineapple on pizza.
All content by Arya Bhattacharjee
Could have been worse

Could have been worse

Arya Bhattacharjee, Staff Writer
May 27, 2022
Passions of the Pack - Music Production (1)

S1 Episode 12: Passions of the Pack: Producing music

May 11, 2022
Placate my plate-onic relationships

Placate my plate-onic relationships

Arya Bhattacharjee, Staff Writer
April 19, 2022
The importance of the student voice

The importance of the student voice

Arya Bhattacharjee, Staff Writer
April 15, 2022
Dave’s Signature Chicken Sliders, courtesy of @daveshotchicken

Turning up the heat with Dave’s Hot Chicken!

Arya Bhattacharjee, Staff Writer
March 16, 2022

To all the colleges that deferred me before

Arya Bhattacharjee, Staff Writer
March 10, 2022
NHS staff confessions

NHS staff confessions

Arya Bhattacharjee, Staff Writer
February 10, 2022
FEEL THE FEELINGS: Today’s the day to take the toxicity out of positivity.

The dangers of toxic positivity

Arya Bhattacharjee, Staff Writer
February 10, 2022
A tale untold: The hidden crew

A tale untold: The hidden crew

Ashley Lee and Arya Bhattacharjee
February 10, 2022
Uncommon App

Uncommon App

Arya Bhattacharjee, Staff Writer
December 9, 2021
TRASH OR TREASURE: Rising food waste from school lunches continues to exacerbate the existing supply chain crisis.

Prevalence of cafeteria food waste

Arya Bhattacharjee, Staff Writer
December 9, 2021
Diving Into New Worlds: The Best Upcoming Video Games

Diving Into New Worlds: The Best Upcoming Video Games

Arya Bhattacharjee, Staff Writer
November 17, 2021
What Your Turnitin.com Plagiarism Report Says About You

What Your Turnitin.com Plagiarism Report Says About You

Arya Bhattacharjee, Staff Writer
October 28, 2021
The Howls of the Pack: The Howler Playlist is Back

The Howls of the Pack: The Howler Playlist is Back

Arya Bhattacharjee, Staff Writer
October 27, 2021
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A showcase of magic at its best

October 28, 2021

S1 Episode 6: Passions of the Pack: The crazy world of keyboards

Arya Bhattacharjee, Staff Writer
October 22, 2021
Lots to explore: The Well features many activities for stress management and relaxation.

Managing mental health at Northwood

October 1, 2021

Wait, school has real-life applications?

Arya Bhattacharjee, Staff Writer
September 29, 2021
CHAOS AT LUNCH: Long and crowded lines, limited food choices and increased food waste are just some of the numerous problems with the distribution of free lunches at Northwood.

The hidden costs of free lunch

Arya Bhattacharjee, Staff Writer
September 29, 2021
TEMPTING TRIAD: Senior Josh Baker eagerly anticipates his Tonkotsu Shoyu Ramen, Tonkotsu Miso Ramen and Deluxe Combination Bento.

Down the block to the ramen stop

Arya Bhattacharjee, Staff Writer
September 29, 2021

The Video Games of The Pack

Arya Bhattacharjee, Staff Writer
June 14, 2021
Failures of state testing in measuring student achievement

Failures of state testing in measuring student achievement

Arya Bhattacharjee, Staff Writer
May 30, 2021

Twitch streamer celebrates 10th anniversary of livestream

Arya Bhattacharjee, Staff Writer
May 2, 2021
A SIGN OF THE TIMES: The League of Legends park has been recently repurposed as a streaming center for esports, rather than an arena.

How the pandemic affects esports

Arya Bhattacharjee, Staff Writer
April 25, 2021
The sprawl for the new bat and ball: Cricket captures Irvine hearts

The sprawl for the new bat and ball: Cricket captures Irvine hearts

Arya Bhattacharjee, Staff Writer
March 22, 2021
A MUSICIAN AT HIS NATURAL HABITAT: Junior Adam Bauer gently strokes a harmonious chord on his guitar, which is plugged into an interface that transfers the music to his digital audio workstation.

Adam Bauer: Inspired to compose

Arya Bhattacharjee, Staff Writer
March 22, 2021

The State of Hollywood in 2021

Arya Bhattacharjee, Staff Writer
March 14, 2021
ONE STEP AT A TIME: The Girls cross-country team does team stretches, six feet apart, prior to the start of their first meet.

New CIF guidelines delay anticipated sports season debut

Arya Bhattacharjee, Staff Writer
February 12, 2021
DOWN TO THE FINEST DETAIL: Junior Irene Lee captures a peaceful snapshot of leaves growing in her pot with her iPhone to preserve the moment in her camera roll.

Improving the SNAP of your shot

Arya Bhattacharjee, Staff Writer
February 12, 2021
Painted by renowned artist Robert Vargas on Guitar Center’s iconic hollywood location, this mural depicts Halen playing his signature Frankenstrat guitar.

The Legacy of Eddie Van Halen

Arya Bhattacharjee, Staff Writer
February 4, 2021
6 Crazy Deals from Gamestop to you!

6 Crazy Deals from Gamestop to you!

Jonathan Kang and Arya Bhattacharjee
January 7, 2021

The Good, the Bad and Ugly: College Applications

Arya Bhattacharjee, Matthew Dimaandal, and Lana Hwang
November 25, 2020
Modern-day witchcraft and manifestation

Modern-day witchcraft and manifestation

Arya Bhattacharjee and Matthew Dimaandal
November 6, 2020
A new OVO: October’s Very-Best Outfits

A new OVO: October’s Very-Best Outfits

Arya Bhattacharjee, Staff Writer
October 5, 2020
Can we trick-or-treat in a pandemic?

Can we trick-or-treat in a pandemic?

Arya Bhattacharjee, Staff Writer
October 5, 2020
THE GRIND NEVER STOPS: Freshman Newton Tsaur undividedly focuses on the game at hand, looking to scrape out the win, alongside his team.

Welcoming esports: the up-and-coming sport on the block

William Baik and Arya Bhattacharjee
October 1, 2020
Families are struggling to conserve energy as heat waves spread across California.

Rolling blackouts in California

Arya Bhattacharjee, Staff Writer
September 27, 2020
BETTER TOGETHER: National History Day club puts together a history puzzle on State of the Student.

Zooming into the club fair

Arya Bhattacharjee and Erin Tsai
September 27, 2020
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