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TOGETHER TOWARDS EXCELLENCE: Freshmen Colin Harris and Doah Lee help each other with math homework in the Media Center.
Northwood recognized as California Distinguished School
HAPPY UPON THE HILLS: Principal Leslie Roach and Northwood Teacher of the Year David Lee get ready and excited to welcome incoming freshmen to the next four years at high school.
Dear Future T-wolves: Welcome to Northwood
HANDS-ON HUES: Junior Ashley Nguyen gets a spider painted on her hand during Night of the Arts.
Fine Arts Week: A blend of talent and creativity
THANKS THAT THRILL: English teacher Sara Katlen lights up a student’s day with a T-wolf Thank You.
T-wolf Thank Yous have returned
ONE FOR THE HISTORY: Northwood NHD finalists are recognized for their county victory with NHD-OC coordinator Julie Hull.
Northwood NHD wins big
AMAZING ADVOCACY: Teacher and ITA state council representative Zane Pang discusses his in-depth involvement with ITA and CTA.
Looking into ITA’s recent accomplishments
NATIONAL GRILLED CHEESE DAY: With brand new recipes and fusions, the five grilled cheese rulers will forever reign supreme over the Sandwich Kingdom.
Grilled Cheese Recipes: A gouda time is just across your kitchen
TASTE OF DELIGHT: Junior Gabby Lan savors a Fluffy Fluffy pancake souffle.
Tustin District’s Newest Pancake Cafe: Fluffy Fluffy
LEARNING HANDS-ON: Senior Justin Sanders practices repairs and adjustments to the car in his Automotive Technology ROP class.
ROP Classes: Exploring and Experiencing Unique Careers
APPLICATION ANSWERS: There are many qualities that make a good ASB candidate beyond what may seem to be obvious.
ASB Applications: Authenticity in applying
EXPLORING THE ARTS: Juniors speak on their experience in unique art electives at Northwood
Junior Speak: Exploring unique arts electives at Northwood
DIRECTOR WITH DIRECTION: Junior Charlie Parris looks through her script with enthusiasm.
From Script to Stage: Charlie Parris, take it away
Obituary: for a bigger sleep, for a smaller death, 2023 Made with Intaglio, mulberry, paper, wax, and wood, Suzie Zhu handwrote the compact characters onto a small scroll
Pieces Worth a Thousand Words: Great Park’s Contemporary Book Art Exhibit
SPRINGTIME SYMPHONIES: The flutes fill the stage with notes that signal the start of a new season
What your favorite Spring Concert piece says about you
SKADOOSH: “Kung Fu Panda 4” concludes the beloved childhood series with a fantastic blast
“Kung Fu Panda” strikes again?
March 2024 Centerspread
March 2024 Centerspread
January/February 2024 Centerspread
January/February 2024 Centerspread
November/December 2023 Centerspread
November/December 2023 Centerspread
October 2023 Centerspread
October 2023 Centerspread
September 2023 Centerspread
September 2023 Centerspread
DUTIFUL DOORDASH: Learning to cook is a valuable skill, even though it might be easy to order food.
The importance of cooking for yourself in a world of food delivery
DO BETTER NEXT TIME: The mantra of an overworked high school student who fails to see their effort pay off in competitions– but maybe it’s not entirely their fault.
The harsh reality behind Irvine schools dominating Orange County competitions
HES SO BABYGIRL: Celebrities are often idolized to extreme extents.
The reality of parasocial relationships
GO BEYOND COLLEGE BOARD REQUIREMENTS: Non-AP science courses allow students to build a more specified view of a particular field.
Beyond the AP: The benefits of niche sciences
YOUR VOTE MATTERS: Voting for local elections allows for grassroot change and more direct impacts.
Voting in local elections means local change
HIP HIP HOORAY: Cheering loudly and proudly in the stands is a Timby-rific way to show excitement and rally on Northwood athletes to bring the win home to The Den.
Good, Bad and Ugly: Being a Timby-approved spectator
HISTORIC WINTER ERA: Northwood winter sports dominated in off-season CIF games, breaking school records to reach new levels of competition.
Winter athletes shatter school records in CIF
COASTING THROUGH: Warnock rides down a challenging slope with his mountain bike while refining his skills.
Nathan Warnock rides with grit and greatness
FINDING BALANCE: Junior Ines Khodja continues to practice her softball swing during practice even through Ramadan fasting.
Playing the Long Game: Ramadan’s impact on athletes
SPIKING TO SUCCESS: Sophomore Abhi Shrivastava prepares to score a point in their preseason game.
A look into boys volleyball’s league preparations for success
S-TIER: From the location to the aesthetic, Northwood buildings are in a league of their own.
A Tierlist of School Buildings
Northwood STRANDS
ILLEGAL TRANSPORT: Kids was caught in violation of the new ruling.
Swithoum sees uptick in legal proceedings after IVF ruling
FRIENDLY COMPETITION: Lily Ye (left) and Hannah Cho (right) share a moment in the SAC, before election results on Friday. In their election videos, each show their dedication, humor and a commitment to uplifting the Northwood community.
To Cook or to be Cooked: ASB President speech analysis
THE VR HEADSET STAYS ON: No one needs to worry about “friends” or “relationships” or “enjoying the moment” when you have these bad boys on.
Pear releases new product Pear Vision Ultra
March Howler Volume XXV, Issue VI – March 15, 2024
February Howler Volume XXV, Issue V – February 14, 2024
December Howler Volume XXV, Issue IV – December 13, 2023
December Howler Volume XXV, Issue IV – December 13, 2023
October Howler XXV, Issue 3 – October 31, 2023
October Howler XXV, Issue 3 – October 31, 2023
September Howler XXV, Issue II – September 27, 2023
September Howler XXV, Issue II – September 27, 2023
Northwood Lookbook: A look at aesthetics at Northwood
Northwood students ‘Enjoy the Ride’ at State of the Student
Northwood students ‘Enjoy the Ride’ at State of the Student
Step 7 - Distribution: The paper is finally printed and it’s ready to be shared with the school
Behind the scenes of the Northwood Howler
STROKES OF IDENTITY: Northwood Taiwanese Club board member sophomore Suzan Whiteside demonstrates Taiwanese Calligraphy and its importance to Taiwanese culture.
Cultural diversity on campus
WHO GOES THERE?: A sparrow forages for food on the hills around Northwood.
A close up of Northwood’s nature
Make Your World Better: an interview with Sandy Banks
Make Your World Better: an interview with Sandy Banks
Hispanic Heritage Month: An interview with Joey Cabrera
Hispanic Heritage Month: An interview with Joey Cabrera
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
Step 7 - Distribution: The paper is finally printed and it’s ready to be shared with the school
Behind the scenes of the Northwood Howler
STROKES OF IDENTITY: Northwood Taiwanese Club board member sophomore Suzan Whiteside demonstrates Taiwanese Calligraphy and its importance to Taiwanese culture.
Cultural diversity on campus
WHO GOES THERE?: A sparrow forages for food on the hills around Northwood.
A close up of Northwood’s nature
Creating a New Legacy: Quarterback Eddie Ma
Creating a New Legacy: Quarterback Eddie Ma
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
Northwood students ‘Enjoy the Ride’ at State of the Student
Northwood students ‘Enjoy the Ride’ at State of the Student
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
The Student News Site of Northwood High School

The Northwood Howler
The Student News Site of Northwood High School

The Northwood Howler
Erin Tsai

Erin Tsai, Staff Writer

Erin Tsai is a Northwood senior and staff writer for The Howler. Despite insisting that her eyesight isn't that bad, Erin definitely cannot recognize you without her glasses on. Her hobbies include not understanding basic Chinese characters, singing high notes for fun, and binge-watching dramas at 2x speed.
All content by Erin Tsai
Another typical senior article for The Howler

Another typical senior article for The Howler

Erin Tsai, Staff Writer
May 27, 2022
HANDS-ON: Seeds members are truly hands-on when it comes to plants.

Planting the seeds for terrariums

Erin Tsai, Staff Writer
May 9, 2022

VAPA Student Speak

Erin Tsai, Staff Writer
April 14, 2022

Welcome to NHS Letter

Erin Tsai, Staff Writer
April 12, 2022
PRACTICE, PRACTICE, PRACTICE: Seniors Albert Gao and Brooke Guan review their Honor Chorus music backstage before the performance.

Honors Concert celebrates IUSD’s 50th anniversary

Erin Tsai, Staff Writer
March 22, 2022

Interlude inspires hearts

Erin Tsai, Staff Writer
March 12, 2022
PERFORMANCE PREPARATION: Senior Amanda Carlson (top right) listens attentively to her coach before a team competition.

Special Sports: Off-campus athletics

Erin Tsai, Staff Writer
March 9, 2022
BURNING OUT: If water is unavailable, emotionally distraught students can opt to put out fires with their own tears.

Up in Flames: How to deal with burnout

Erin Tsai, Staff Writer
March 8, 2022

Bikers pedal to freedom

Erin Tsai, Staff Writer
February 10, 2022
A CELEBRATION OF CULTURE: Performances included traditional Chinese dancing, music and martial arts that enthralled the crowd.

Year of the Tiger roars in

Erin Tsai, Staff Writer
February 10, 2022
A show NHS needed

A show NHS needed

Noelle Escalante and Erin Tsai
February 10, 2022
WHATEVER FLOATS YOUR BOAT: Captain Ritwik Kumar of the USS Howler realizes that the clown wasn’t a figment of his imagination.

How to use The Howler after reading it

Erin Tsai, Staff Writer
December 9, 2021
Put in the work, put in the hours: Debaters dilligently refine their cases with research and new pieces of evidence.

Mind Games: Northwood’s academic teams rise to the occasion

Erin Tsai, Staff Writer
December 9, 2021
Redesigning IUSD school logos

Redesigning IUSD school logos

Erin Tsai, Staff Writer
December 7, 2021
THE BEAUTY OF SILENCE: Otamatone concertmaster conductor soloist Itzhak Perlman performs John Cage’s 4’33” in the Irvine City Classical & Modern Music Concert Hall.

4’33”: Silence is Golden

Erin Tsai, Staff Writer
November 5, 2021
A showcase of magic at its best

A showcase of magic at its best

Erin Tsai, Staff Writer
October 28, 2021
SWINGING SEASON: Sophomore Jia An perfects her putt while practicing for an upcoming match.

Girls Golf: Undefeated champions have a tee-rific season

Erin Tsai, Staff Writer
October 28, 2021
LGBTQ+ TRAILBLAZERS: (left to right) Harvey Milk, Laverne Cox, Lady Gaga, Neil Patrick Harris and Anderson Cooper, each prominent figures in their respective fields.

LGBTQ+ History Month: Pride in the Past and Present

Erin Tsai and Yejin Heo
October 28, 2021
PERSONAL(LY) TASTELESS: One fearless writer dares take on a centuries old choral arrangement.

SATIRE – Sicut Cervus: An…unfortunate piece

Erin Tsai, Staff Writer
October 3, 2021
Sick snazzy student jobs

Sick snazzy student jobs

Erin Tsai, Staff Writer
September 29, 2021
Getting in the Spirit: New and returning clubs showcase what they have to offer to prospective members.

Fun at the Fair: Northwood’s clubs take students for a ride

Erin Tsai and Claire Chien
September 29, 2021
Exercises for Busy Students

Exercises for Busy Students

Erin Tsai, Staff Writer
September 29, 2021

Replanting what we lost

Erin Tsai, Staff Writer
June 14, 2021
Teacher Appreciation Week

Teacher Appreciation Week

Erin Tsai, Staff Writer
May 30, 2021
Jessica the Thin Mint responds to “choco-diet” outrage

Jessica the Thin Mint responds to “choco-diet” outrage

Erin Tsai, Staff Writer
March 30, 2021
Beloved cell phone pockets make their long-awaited return

Beloved cell phone pockets make their long-awaited return

Erin Tsai, Staff Writer
March 22, 2021
Book vs film: The “Little Women” of the 1860s and 2010s

Book vs film: The “Little Women” of the 1860s and 2010s

Eugenie Chang and Erin Tsai
March 22, 2021
Rating the most romantic languages

Rating the most romantic languages

Erin Tsai, Staff Writer
February 12, 2021
KETO HAP(PEA)NESS: Salmon poke bowls, topped with peas, avacados and seaweed, is a student favorite.

Exploring the realm of food: Various diets and dishes

Erin Tsai, Staff Writer
February 12, 2021

NHS runs toy drive

Erin Tsai, Staff Writer
February 12, 2021
THE9, one of the most popular girl groups in China, expresses their individuality and affirms that haters will not affect who they are.

Chinese pop songs sung by women that deserve your attention

Erin Tsai, Staff Writer
February 12, 2021
FOR ARROW DYNAMICS: Junior Richelle Shim adjusts her bow to hit the perfect shot.

Always shooting for the bullseye

Matthew Dimaandal and Erin Tsai
January 7, 2021
BRANCHING OUT: Although sessions look different now than above, the sense of community prevails, reaching meditators around the globe.

Mindfulness at Within Meditation

Erin Tsai, Staff Writer
January 7, 2021
Citizen Science: Research projects you can be a part of

Citizen Science: Research projects you can be a part of

Erin Tsai, Staff Writer
January 7, 2021
HARRY POTTER EN ESPAÑOL: Junior Caden Hornyak tests his Spanish skills by reading “Deathly Hallows.”

Caden Hornyak: An aspiring polyglot’s language learning journey

Erin Tsai, Staff Writer
November 6, 2020
I JUST VOTED!: Senior Audrey Landis explores the vote.org website in preparation for the election.

Khan wins election for Irvine mayor

Erin Tsai, Staff Writer
November 6, 2020
ASB TEA: Senior Kara Chu shares her distance learning experiences, along with her duties and expectations for the year.

“73 Questions” with Kara Chu

Erin Tsai and Yejin Heo
September 27, 2020
Suicide Prevention Awareness Month: Virtual Well

Suicide Prevention Awareness Month: Virtual Well

Lana Hwang and Erin Tsai
September 27, 2020
Study Tips Word Search!

Study Tips Word Search!

Erin Tsai, 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

Music Recs from Smaller Artists

Erin Tsai, Staff Writer
September 21, 2020

Board games for boredom

Erin Tsai, Staff Writer
May 29, 2020
I know not what course others may take; but as for me, give me liberty... AND give me death!

“Give me liberty AND give me death!”

Erin Tsai, Staff Writer
May 29, 2020
Quarantine Food Trends

Quarantine Food Trends

Erin Tsai, Staff Writer
May 29, 2020
Freshman Checklist

Freshman Checklist

Erin Tsai and Rachel Gunawan
April 14, 2020

PSA: The Howler’s Junk page is trashy

Claire Chien and Erin Tsai
March 7, 2020
50 OUT OF 50: Acclaimed theater critic Alex rates the Irvine Spectrum’s new showstopping theater cinematic experience with the “highest score ever given in cinematic history”−a score nearly on par with the Cats movie.

Spectrum’s new 50D Theater Cinematic Sensation

Mei Ono and Erin Tsai
March 6, 2020
XOXO: Seniors Joanna Zhang and Eric Lin love to spend time together.

Date anecdotes: Northwood’s cutest couples

Abigail Fang, Rocky Gao, and Erin Tsai
February 13, 2020
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