Joel Nam, Opinion Editor
Government expands mental health coverage, but gaps remain
Social media movements help destigmatize mental illness
Exploring the impact of ‘Defund the Police’ on public safety
Defunding police isn't anti-police; it's about reallocating resources effectively
The role of failure in shaping a resilient mindset
High school struggles offer personal growth
Free college debate: Weighing costs and consequences
Potential devaluation of college degrees
Eminem and his mother: A timeline of turmoil
Family dynamics shape musical themes
It’s “just” politics. Everybody, chill out
Emotions overpower logic in political debates
Trick or treat: Test your Halloween knowledge
Scare yourself with these tricky Halloween trivia questions.
Mental age quiz
Take this quiz to find out what your mental age is.
The hidden dangers of venting and how it can backfire
While venting can provide some much-needed relief and comfort, it also carries risks that can spiral out of control.
Gun violence ricochets in America
In America, hundreds die as a result of gun violence. In order to save lives, we must take decisive action to address broad societal and administrative issues.
Rethinking Christian values
Joel Nam shares his understanding of Christianity and how its beliefs can benefit society by teaching us to exercise patience, compassion and empathy.
Detoxing: How to retake control of your life
The abuse of cheap thrills and addictive products has become all too common in today's society. Taking a break from these destructive habits can liberate both the mind and body.
Clearing up the controversy: A writer’s response to criticism
"Lose some weight, it’s not healthy to be heavy" is an article sharing my stance on obesity in today’s society. Here are my responses to the backlash voiced by student readers.
Quiz: Are you smarter than a fifth grader?
The average fifth grader can answer at least 10 of these questions. Can you match their score?
Feel the love: Valentine’s Day trivia that will make your heart beat with pride!
Do you yearn for days of romance yore? Take our Valentine's Day history quiz to see how much you really know about this special holiday.
Too little too late: LAUSD’s policy is sabotaging the next generation
The largest school district in California is holding their students back and getting away with it.
Gawrsh! Which Disney character are you?
See where you belong in the Disney universe with this musical quiz.