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Flames of flow state burn out overachieving students
AvaEllis In a culture that celebrates constant work, many students are caught at a crossroads of flow state and burnout. Flow state is a popular term used to describe deep focus and productivity while burnout is the cost of the constant mental demand and push to keep up with the schedules of social, academic and…
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Caution: Careful with the caffeine
Opinion by AlainaKroll If you roam the Quad at 7:30 on a Monday morning, you will most likely spot a sleep-deprived Marian girl chugging a caffeinated drink like her life depends on it. Alani, Starbucks refresher, plain old iced coffee—I’m sure you’ve seen it all. The possibilities are endless for overworked teenage girls to get…
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‘Hey, so it actually only has to make sense to me’
StaffEditorial One…two…three… each day Tamara puts a button in a jar to try and feel more grounded to the passage of time. However, when she posted said button jar on her TikTok account, users flooded the comments asking only one question: what is this? The truth is, there is no definitive answer to that question.…
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The sexualization of child stars damages film and TV
DelaneyJackson When new installments of media geared towards younger audiences are released, both positive and negative things come from the child stars gaining attention. For new child actors, unique opportunities are immediately discovered, along with a newfound love for the art of acting. Nonetheless, the young actors who are forcefully pushed into the spotlight are…
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New year, new me: The 2026 rebrand
AbbyElse As 2026 begins, many have written down their hopes for the new year. From simple things like drinking more water or sleeping more, to things like traveling and chasing big career goals, New Year’s resolutions are a way for someone to start the new year on a clean slate and “rebrand” themselves. But when…
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‘Stranger Things’ finale causes rift between fans
Review by RubyScanlan On New Year’s Day, I switched the channel from the local New Year’s Eve countdown to Netflix and settled into my basement with blankets, snacks, and tissues galore. I laughed, yelled and cried my eyes out (many, many times), over the next two hours and eight minutes. The “Stranger Things” finale was…
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ChatGPT is not your friend
Opinion by DelaneyJackson “ChatGPT, what was the weirdest question I asked this year?” This year, many users of this specific AI model asked this question. As artificial intelligence begins to be used more casually in everyday life, it is important to remember “who” is being communicated with— a computer. Besides the negative impact AI has…
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The anti-social network replaces connection
Opinion by ErinCramer Ding. Ding. Ding. You snatch the phone from underneath your pillow and throw your homework aside, desperate to see what notifications lit up your screen. Subconsciously, you crave the artificial dopamine that spikes the second you absorb the endless information at your fingertips. Social media often begins as a way to communicate…
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60 Minutes story faces editorial scrutiny
AlenaKehm On Dec. 21, CBS pulled their Sunday 60 n Dec. 21, CBS pulled a “60 Minutes” segment just three hours before it was set to air. The segment featured Venezuelan men recently deported to a prison in El Salvador. Although CBS News didn’t air the segment, it was accidentally released by one of Canada’s…
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Winter 2026 Senior Athlete Tributes
Bowling senior night is Jan 21 at Maplewood LanesSwimming is Jan 24 at the University of Nebraska – OmahaWrestling is Jan 26 in the Marian West GymCheer/Dance is Feb 3 in the Marian East GymBasketball is Feb 10 in the Marian Eat Gym. Show up and support your Crusaders! Basketball Lauren M. Carlsen started playing Basketball…
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Facing federal failings, Omaha takes action against hunger
AlenaKehm When the federal government shut down on Oct. 1, some people worried about layoffs. Others were concerned about delays for their next flight. But for 140,000 Nebraskans, their biggest worry was food. The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, better known as SNAP, provides monthly food assistance to more than 41 million low-income Americans. Due to…
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The Chill Girl: The Cult of Domesticity in a crop top
Commentary by ErinCramer As painful as it is to admit, almost every young girl has heard someone say something that made her turn her head and think, ‘‘Wow. I don’t even know how to respond to that.’’ Whether it is a distant family member or a friend of a friend, she shudders and hopes someone…
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Elon Musk shouldn’t be a trillionaire
Opinion by AlainaKroll Elon Musk, the richest man in the world, now has the opportunity to become the world’s first trillionaire. On Nov. 6, more than 75% of Tesla shareholders approved a pay package for CEO Elon Musk to receive $1 trillion in stock over the next decade. However, Musk has to meet certain requirements…
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Student entrepreneurs whip up sweet treats
IsabellaHayes Marian girls are no strangers to sweets. Some students turn their sweet tooth into a hobby through the art of baking. Others have taken their skills a step further by starting their own businesses. One such entrepreneur is senior Molly Duncan. She has been baking for some time but only started selling her desserts…
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When art meets politics: Should music stay neutral?
Opinion by SyraQureshi John Lennon sings, “Imagine all the people living life in peace… you may say I’m a dreamer, but I’m not the only one.” Yet, even dreams can become controversial when art takes a stance, aligning with one side or another. Suddenly, what resonates with some can separate others. We can all agree…
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The underground secrets of Omaha: Our city’s unique lore
RubyScanlan In The Network’s November Google survey of 166 students, 65 percent stated that they desire to leave Omaha and Nebraska, because of school, work, life or just pure boredom. However, the city is not as boring as many may think. With history and mysteries buried within, Omaha is far from a regular Midwest city. …
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Campo y cafecito: Journeying beyond the beaten path
Opinion by MaeveWharton Not many girls are willing to give up their phones, work in 90-degree temperatures and immerse themselves in a language they hardly speak for two weeks—but for certain Marian girls, the Dominican Republic trip can be the experience of a lifetime. Last winter, in December 2024, I was initially hesitant to go…
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State elections provide hope for the future
DelaneyJackson As polls closed throughout the country on Nov. 4, Americans across the nation waited for the results showing who would be leading them next. Polls in areas such as New York City, Virginia and New Jersey were capturing the attention of American citizens. Elections of the past have led to Americans complaining that there…
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Leading their team: Crusaders elevate others
MaeleeSmith Leadership can make or break a team. Crusaders Elevating Others, better known as CEOs, is a group of student-athletes at Marian who work to improve their leadership skills on and off the field. Started by Athletic Director Ms. Rochelle Rohlfs, the CEO group consists of athletes from each of the 11…
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Archbishop McGovern visits Crusaders
MaeveWharton It’s not every day that the Archbishop comes to Marian. On Oct. 14, Archbishop Michael McGovern paid a visit to Marian, celebrated Mass with the Marian student body, and shared a homily connecting to the Mass’ theme, Journey with Dignity.” He remarked on the importance of treating all people, including immigrants, with human dignity…
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Seeing double: Marian takes two state titles
MaeveWharton and AlenaKehm After months of miles on the course, track, and in the Keystone neighborhood, the Marian cross country team has brought home the highest honor in high school sports: a state championship title. The state squad—Harper Cowles ‘27, Maya Freyer ‘28, Lena Sebata ‘28, Julia Kubat ‘29, Reese Lancaster ‘29, Elizabeth Morgan ‘29…
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Chants, Cheers, Senior, Tears
SydneySchulze “Ball two, ball three, ball four. C’mon, pitcher, walk some more!” Teammates in the dugout take charge by leading cheers to support their teammates on the field. Lily Burns is a freshman on varsity softball who loves all of the unique parts of the game. “Softball is really different from other sports because the…
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Freshmen take cross country by storm
MaeveWharton It’s Monday, June 2, 5:30 am. While most students are fast asleep, dreaming of their summer vacations that lie ahead, Marian’s cross-country runners are lacing up their running shoes. This year, the team was overwhelmingly dominated by unlikely underdogs: freshmen. Freshmen Julia Kubat, Tatum Houghton, Reese Lancaster, Louise Walker and Elizabeth Morgan have led…
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Fall 2025 Senior Athlete Tributes
Take a few minutes to read about our fall season senior athletes. The journalism team salutes and thanks all of these seniors for their commitment and dedication. Thank you to their families for their support as well. GOLF Savanna Bradley has been golfing since 1st grade. She started playing competitively in 7th grade and has…
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Taking phones or freedom?
ErinCramer Returning to the halls this year, students are met not only with new classes, but with new rules. As Marian girls cross the foot of the door, they must relinquish their most prized possession: their phones. Beginning early this calendar year, Nebraska State Senator Rita Sanders of Bellevue introduced a bill to ban phone…
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Fall 2025 M-Beats
Fall 25 Broadcasting Class Date Released: Nov. 10, 2025Anchors: Emefa & PresleySegments by Violet, Presley, Victoria, Kelsey R, Emily & HaileyProducers: Shilly, Kate E & Kassidy Date Released: Nov. 21, 2025Anchors: Kassidy Brown & Emily ElseSegments by: Hailey, Violet, Kassidy, Aliyah, Emily, Emma, Sophia & Emily Let us know what you think by leaving a…
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Class of 2029 Summer Photos
The Class of 2029 begins their high school journey, marking the first chapter of their next four years. Photos from the June Bash and July Splash events supported by Student Services and the Big Sisters from the Class of 2027 by Ella Watton, Leah Martinez and Ava Ellis.
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May Crowning Ties Generations Together
MaryMcKay Lucy Gerraughty ’25 crowns the Mary statue. Photos by Mary McKay. May Crowning is an annual event celebrated on May 2. This tradition has been celebrated for more than 50 years. Every year, a senior is chosen by her classmates to be the May Queen, someone who embodies “Marian Identity” or is “like Mary.” …
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“The Tempest” Cast Bios
Directly from The Tempest PlayBill – Spring 2025 Play Hadley Grace Ascher (Young Miranda) is a kindergartner from Birchcrest Elementary School. When Hadley is not in school, she is usually in her room trying to convince her two brothers to play Barbie with her. You can also find her on her karaoke machine singing, “ABCs”…
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Spring 2025 Senior Athletes Celebrated
Celebrate the Marian Crusader Seniors for the Spring 2025 athletic season!
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JEA Nebraska Winter 2025 Awards Celebrate Student Journalists, Broadcasting Students
Congratulations to all students, advisers and scholastic journalism programs in Nebraska who submitted entries to the Winter 2025 JEA Nebraska Contest. At the end of December, 32 Nebraska high schools whose advisers are members of the Journalism Education Association (JEA) entered this contest with 775 entries. The top 10% of the entries were honored with Superior ratings. The next 15.4%…
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Winter 2025 Senior Athlete Tributes
*Seniors provided their own information for these tributes. Seniors on the Cheer and Dance teams were celebrated at the basketball game on Jan. 9. Senior Swimmers and Divers were recognized on Jan. 24 at UNO with the seniors from Creighton Prep. Basketball and Bowling seniors were recognized on Jan. 30. The entire Crusader community is…
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Why You Should Care About Politics
Opinion by CoventryThompson I love talking about politics. Not because I love the conflict and separations that come with these discussions, but because I love hearing about others’ opinions and how that might be influenced by their background and identity. However, I do know that political discussions are something many people dread, so I am…
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Seniors, you will always find your way back home
Opinion by ElliePeter More than 1,000 hours, 36 months, four years. The time that we have spent together has resulted in beautiful, kind, smart, thoughtful and wonderful women. We, as seniors, have been given not only the gift of Marian, but the gift of each other. Together we have taken the roads less traveled, opened…
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Cursing Mummies, Cast, Crew, and Directors Invite You to the Show…
Graham App, Lance Huntington, is a senior at Creighton Prep where he is part of Prep’s Chamber Choir, Harvard Model Congress and Prep Accepts. He attended St. Pius X / St. Leo Grade School. He has per- formed in Marian’s Footloose (Chuck Cranstons), Beauty and the Beast (Young Prince/ Dying Beast) and Mamma Mia! (Sky Raymond). He plans to attend Creighton University…
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Show choir season starts strong with showcase opportunities
MarthaEngel Show Choir isn’t a recognized sport, but for the members of Momentum, Marian’s show choir, it’s more than an extracurricular commitment. On Jan. 4, the show choir started their season with the Show Choir Showcase, taking center stage. Show choir, which has been at Marian since 2016, combines dancing and singing in a 15-minute…
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Class of 2024 – Senior Athlete Profiles for the Winter Sports Season
Wrestling Tessa Brooks has been wrestling at Marian for two years. Tessa is active in Momentum Show Choir and has been in numerous plays and musicals. Tessa plans to attend Denver University to study public policy and law. Tessa’s parents are Ashley Brooks and Andrew Brooks. Eva Kriener has been wrestling at Marian for three years.…
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Catholic church responds to escalating immigration crisis
MaeveWharton As a central policy of President Trump’s administration, immigration operations have increased across the country. Images of the United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents brandishing weapons and forcing unarmed civilians, children and families into unmarked vans have circulated across the internet. In the face of widespread fear and confusion, the Catholic Church…
