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State of the Academy

Joshua Fang '19 Associate Editor
May 26, 2017

On February 9, world-renowned psychologist and researcher Dr. Suniya Luthar came to Deerfield to administer a comprehensive survey to the student body. For almost an hour, students gathered by grade to answer questions about all aspects of life at our school. Similar surveys have been…


Welcome, Coach O!

Philip Weymouth '18 Staff Writer
February 24, 2017

This fall, Ms. Melanie Onufrieff joined the Deerfield community as the new girls varsity rowing coach and a college advisor. “Coach O,” as she is often called around campus, came to Deerfield after coaching rowing at all levels from high schoolers to Olympic athletes on…


Burns Slams College Board Conformity

Brooke Burns '14 Contributing Writer
March 07, 2014

In my American Studies class, I never had to study for a test. Looking back, I only ever picked up my textbook because I truly wanted to understand and learn. We were told from the beginning that this was not a class that would “teach…


What’s in a Name?

Andrea Fleming '14 Op/Ed Editor
February 13, 2014

“What’s in a name?” This famous question should be the first one posed by any college advisor worth his or her master’s. How much should the reputation of the university we attend matter to us? Are we superficial, vain even, if we crave that elite…


The College Process

Deerfield Students
February 06, 2013

Opinions about the current college process that weren’t included in the issue.


The Meaning of Life

Stefani Kuo '13, Staff Writer
February 06, 2013

If the meaning of life were defined by colleges, life would come after April 1st, childbirth after asking “why us?”— instead of Fitzgerald, the literature filling the Barnes & Nobles bookshelves would be Princeton Review stories of success.


Stressing About College Is a Waste of Time

Seldy Gray '11 Contributing Writer
February 06, 2013

For two years your present has been about planning your future. So let me tell you something I know now: It’s mostly a waste of time.


College Admissions – Keep Calm & Carry On

casey butler 13 front page editor
May 26, 2011

As the class of 2011 graduates, it is easy to see how they are all happily looking forward to college.


Testing Schedules: How Much is Too Much?

caitlin cleary 12 staff writer
April 28, 2011

Though it has changed over the centuries, the goal of standardized testing has remained the same: to provide an equal and unbiased way for test-takers to prove their merit.


Kager Signs to Play D-1 Hoops at American

philip heller 12 staff writer
December 16, 2010

On November 10th, 2010, Kyle Kager officially signed to attend and play Division I basketball at American University.


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Editor’s Picks

  • Boys’ First Boat Rows to Bronze at Nationals

    Boys’ First Boat Rows to Bronze at Nationals
    By Jill Carroll '18 Associate Editor
    The boys’ crew team first boat finished off the year …
  • Pandemic Game Review

    Pandemic Game Review
    By Sean Keller Faculty
    Ages: 8 and up Players: 1 to 4 Time: 45-60 …
  • Has Sports Suffered Setbacks?

    Has Sports Suffered Setbacks?
    By David Darling '16 Associate Editor
    Have Deerfield sports declined over the past 20 or 30 …
  • TEDx at Deerfield

    TEDx at Deerfield
    By Bella Hutchins '16 Associate Editor
    Recently, Deerfield obtained a TEDx license, which will allow the …
  • Mr. Stallings: Poetic License

    Mr. Stallings: Poetic License
    By Maggie Yin '16 Associate Editor
    “Poetry wasn’t my first choice,” said Andy Stallings, this year’s …

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    The History of Spring Day
    By Joana Sette '19 Staff Writer
    With spring term underway, many Deerfield students’ minds turn to …
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    Margo Rita & Curtis
    By Margo Rita & Curtis Columnists
    Dear Margo, Rita, and Curtis, I was on a sports …

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