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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
HANDY HELPERS: A tech staff member takes papers to deliver to a classroom
The ins and outs of Northwood’s tech staff team
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
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
BE THE HELPING HAND: Reassuring others that mistakes can be overcome dissolves fears surrounding failures.
The Perfection of Imperfection: Honoring mistakes
THE MAGIC OF FRIENDSHIP: New companions allow for personal growth in high school.
Friend groups can change… and that’s okay
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
FEARLESS ON THE FIELD: Captain senior Nikki Sanders cradles the ball outside the box as she strategizes her next move.
Girls lacrosse beats out Beckman and all odds
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
Political Cartoon: College Application Season Comes to a Close
Political Cartoon: College Application Season Comes to a Close
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
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
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Ryan Wu

Ryan Wu, Staff Writer

Ryan Wu is a Northwood senior and staff writer for The Howler. His favorite foods are cheese and prosciutto. He likes watching NBA compilations and drama channels on Youtube. He is also in yearbook.

All content by Ryan Wu
A bittersweet reflection on my final year of childhood

A bittersweet reflection on my final year of childhood

Ryan Wu, Staff Writer
May 30, 2021
Being Watched: Blocksi brings up ethical concerns within online learning.

Blocksi: Where Do We Draw the Line with School Surveillance?

Helena Zhou and Ryan Wu
May 26, 2021
GOLDEN ORIGINAL AND CHEESLING WITH VARIOUS FRIES: Tart pickled radish and spicy sauces cut through the fried greasy goodness.

Bb.q’s fried chicken: Not finger lickin’ good

Ryan Wu, Staff Writer
April 23, 2021
Orange County on the big screen

Orange County on the big screen

Ryan Wu, Staff Writer
April 23, 2021
OSCAR-WORTHY: For his performance in “Minari,” Steven Yeun becomes the first Asian American to be nominated for a Best Actor award.

Notable Oscar Nominees

Ryan Wu and Helena Zhou
April 14, 2021

Most promising Golden Globe winning films of all time

Ryan Wu, Staff Writer
March 22, 2021
Tips for Juniors

Tips for Juniors

Ryan Wu, Staff Writer
March 22, 2021
xQc loses to MoistCr1TiKaL in six moves by an opening checkmate trap similar to the Scholars Mate.

PogChamps 3

Helena Zhou and Ryan Wu
March 12, 2021
TIE BREAKER: Democrats have obtained a slim majority in the Senate following the Georgia runoffs.

Joe Biden’s America: Democrat House and Senate control

Ryan Wu and Hari Sreeramagiri
February 12, 2021
SIGNING ON: Biden’s new executive orders set the tone for his new federal administration as Trump leaves office.

First days in Biden’s presidency

Ryan Wu and Hari Sreeramagiri
February 12, 2021
Assembled with Care: Student Forum carefully boxes donated materials and thank-you cards to create COVID-19 care packages.

Northwood cares: Student Forum runs donation drive

Ryan Wu, Staff Writer
February 12, 2021
“Wandavision” made its debut on Jan. 15, commencing Phase Four of the MCU on a peculiar, but enchanting, note.

Wandavision: An enchanting first look

Ryan Wu and Helena Zhou
January 27, 2021
Buzzing in on American Ninja Warrior

Buzzing in on American Ninja Warrior

William Baik and Ryan Wu
January 7, 2021
OC House Representatives: Unexpected Republican turnout

OC House Representatives: Unexpected Republican turnout

Ryan Wu, Staff Writer
January 7, 2021
Setting the Stage for Political Elections in 2021: Georgia run-offs

Setting the Stage for Political Elections in 2021: Georgia run-offs

Ryan Wu, Staff Writer
January 7, 2021
Start-Up: Struggles and Successes of the Netflix drama

Start-Up: Struggles and Successes of the Netflix drama

Helena Zhou and Ryan Wu
January 7, 2021
Reparations for slavery

Reparations for slavery

Ryan Wu, Staff Writer
November 6, 2020
Worldwide sensation Draco Malfoy has become an instantaneous trend on TikTok and Wattpad.

Harry Potter: A Surprising Revival

Helena Zhou and Ryan Wu
October 20, 2020
For Kobe Bryant: Gone but never forgotten

For Kobe Bryant: Gone but never forgotten

William Baik and Ryan Wu
October 5, 2020
Among Us top 5 tips and tricks for true imposters

Among Us top 5 tips and tricks for true imposters

Ryan Wu and Helena Zhou
October 5, 2020
X-treme game alterations to the XFL

X-treme game alterations to the XFL

Ryan Wu, Staff Writer
October 1, 2020
A pioneer for womens rights, Justice Ginsburg served on the Supreme Court for twenty-seven years.

Remembering Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg

Ryan Wu and Helena Zhou
September 27, 2020
Summer Irvine movie drive-in

Summer Irvine movie drive-in

Yejin Heo and Ryan Wu
September 27, 2020
POSTING FOR CHANGE: Northwood students use social media platforms such as Insta- gram to learn about and raise awareness about the Black Lives Matter movement and COVID-19.

Social media transformation leads to advocacy

Ryan Wu, Staff Writer
September 27, 2020
“Rest in power, King”: In memory of Chadwick Boseman

“Rest in power, King”: In memory of Chadwick Boseman

Ryan Wu, Staff Writer
September 27, 2020
Overpowered and contrived, the new Mulan does not meet fans expectations.

Mulan: Mediocre at Best

Ryan Wu, Staff Writer
September 20, 2020
Black Lives Matter protests spark throughout the US

Black Lives Matter protests spark throughout the US

Ryan Wu, Staff Writer
June 3, 2020

Jordan comes in clutch

Ryan Wu and Pranav Gaddam
May 29, 2020
COLLEGE PRIDE: Senior Malak Hassouna shows off her American University gear and plans to pursue Women Studies and Pre-Law.

Senior spotlight: post high school plans

Ryan Wu, Staff Writer
May 29, 2020
IN HER FORTE: Senior Bethany Huang films her accompanying performance to “The Star-Spangled Banner.”

Senior Bethany Huang at “Graduate Together”

Ryan Wu, Staff Writer
May 29, 2020
With movie theaters closing, the public is increasingly turning towards online streaming services.

Turning point of entertainment

Ryan Wu, Staff Writer
May 29, 2020
RED CARPET READY: The NTV crew smiles proudly in front of the cameras as they go home with three awards and 10 nominations.

Lights, camera, action! NTV excels at annual OCFF

Ryan Wu, Staff Writer
March 13, 2020
MAN DOWN!: A Northwood wrestler systematically pins down his opponent.

Wrestling tackles winter season

Rachel Gima and Ryan Wu
February 14, 2020
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