Bone marrow donors save lives
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Category Archives: features
Technology could aid chronically ill students
By J1 reporter Kate Kellen By the 21st century, many expected flying cars, robots working instead of people and the option to live on Mars. Although these are not yet […]
Operation Welcome movie, speaker promote refugee awareness to school community
By J1 reporter Evelyn Paul Omaha hosts the largest number of South Sudanese refugees in the United States. On March 16, girls gathered in the Collaboration Room to watch “The […]
Classes compete in Field Day tug of war
By J1 reporter Lily Heim Four classes, one rope and the possible fate of Field Day. Most people don’t know the real reason behind Field Day Tug of War. Some […]
Mindfulness: Keep your mind in mind
By J1 Reporter Delaney Stekr Ask a high school student how they are doing during the second semester of a school year and if they answer honestly, the word “stressed” […]
Heroes close to home
juliaveik We see them on the big screen. Pulling off the impossible and risking their lives. They seem so far away, in their cinematic worlds, but heroes are closer than […]
The Meaning of Life: Morning Edition
sofyherrera & emmaroth It is quite amazing that, on average, a normal Marian student spends 8 hours of her day at this glorious high school. Depending on extracurriculars, she might spend […]
Juniors prepare for ACT
By J1 Reporter Anna Kilzer Taking the ACT is no easy feat. It takes an abundance of determination, stamina and focus to wake up at the crack of dawn […]
Kelly Jean is a lean, mean, fighting machine
alliemorrissey Seen on the softball field, sprinting around the track or doing crazy ninja moves in the talent show, senior Kelly Jean Gehring is considered by her teammates and classmates […]
Students celebrate diversity through Historically Black Colleges
morganhobbs For most Marian girls, the thought of going to an HBCU after graduation doesn’t even cross their mind. In fact, out of the 261 responses to the Feb. Network […]
Black History Month: students reflect on diversity
susanapettis and briannawessling Jess Hudson ’17 “Being a Marian girl is different in my community because I’m viewed as selling out. It’s hard to fit into each different demo-graphic, so at […]
Senior star performs at Carnegie Hall
morganhobbs It’s a place most musicians can only dream of visiting, let alone playing in. It’s an accomplishment that looks incredible on any musician’s résumé. It’s a national historic landmark […]
Q&A: Surprise Day dance emergency explained
kateschwaller Cotton candy, face painting, an ambulance and a caricature artist all have one thing in common. They were all present at Surprise Day this year. On Surprise Day, Feb. […]
Mass and Breakfast bond mothers and daughters
Future Business Leaders lead way
isabelleswanson The future of the Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) is bright after success at recent business competitions. Marian’s FBLA chapter won third place at the High School Business […]
Independent Research students explore the world through research
laurenmayer Many enthralling classes are available Marian girl to take in her four years. But one that is commonly overlooked is Independent Research. This rigorous course is taught by social […]
Sister Suzanne helps staff members HANDle their stress, frustrations
anahingorani Once a month, rotating mornings and afternoons, a mystery woman virtually unknown to students comes to Marian to give teachers hand massages for a couple of hours. This talented […]
Wi-Fi changes: All there is to know
sydneymonahan Four years ago, Marian began developing a better technology-inclusive learning environment. It started with issuing every student a Marian iPad. Over these four years, there have been bumps in […]
Not all heroes wear capes, some only have keyboards, motivation
morganhobbs “Does anyone have a Quizlet for the test today?” It’s a common question many Marian girls have grown accustomed to either hearing or asking. Ever since the decision was […]
Volunteer opportunities around Omaha
ellierommelfanger Giving back to the community has always been important, but with the recent changes to the application process of Campus Ministry positions, it is even more crucial that Marian […]
