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The Californian
The Official Student-Run Newspaper of California High School

The Californian
The Official Student-Run Newspaper of California High School

The Californian
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Michelle Nguyen, Features Editor

Michelle Nguyen is a senior at Cal High and is features editor for the Californian Newspaper. She’s also the publicist for Cal High Interact, Interact District Council 5160, and Rotary Vietnam Project 5170. Her earbuds are basically in 24/7, listening to music and if not listening to music, she’s most likely binging shows on Netflix or struggling with math homework. The only thing that she seems to be good at is procrastinating at studying for tests and doing, something she seriously needs to stop. (reusing last year’s pic)

 

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Words of wisdom for underclassmen

Words of wisdom for underclassmen

Isabelle Coburn, Michelle Nguyen, and Ronnie Gogoi
June 2, 2021
The College Board has not been especially forgiving to students when it comes to AP testing during the pandemic.

[Photo] Mixed feelings about the new AP testing schedule

April 30, 2021
Minority musicians such as Korean group BTS have to work to work 10 times harder in order to receive the recognition they deserve.

The ‘Scammys’ are at it again

Michelle Nguyen, Features Editor
March 26, 2021
After a year of staring a computer screens in lieu of being in the classroom, many students and teachers are burned out with online learning.

[Photo] Burning out during quarantine

March 12, 2021
Despite introducing its first Southeast Asian princess in Raya and the Last Dragon, Disney fails to realize through the films representation that not all people of Asian descent are entirely the same.

‘Raya and The Last Dragon’ raises questions over authenticity and representation

Michelle Nguyen , Features Editor
March 12, 2021
There were a lot of false narratives about the Jan. 6 Capitol riots, and events surrounding the incident.

[Photo] Facts vs. myth of what happened during storming of the Capitol

February 5, 2021
WandaVision released its first few episodes on Disney+ on Jan 15.

[Photo] There’s a new age in the Marvel Cinematic Universe

February 3, 2021

It’s time to check out these K-Drama shows

Christine Oh, Kate Hong, and Michelle Nguyen
December 16, 2020
The quest for more representation meets a new roadblock, and that is transforming people of color for the majority of their films.

Representation without transformation

Michelle Nguyen, Features Editor
December 16, 2020
During Cal Highs fall drama show, Help Desk, Candence Spencer, left, has her call to the help desk answered by Devin Addiego. Unfortunately, Addiegos character, Boffo the clown, is of no help because Spencers character is afraid of clowns. The virtual show was recorded beforehand and made available for viewing last Thursday and Friday.

First virtual drama show, “Help Desk”, delivers lots of laughs

Michelle Nguyen, Features Editor
November 8, 2020
K-pop giant BTS is one of many bands that has benefitted from virtual concerts.

Online concerts replace live music shows during pandemic

Michelle Nguyen, Features Editor
September 30, 2020
Its difficult for students to stay motivated and pay attention during remote learning, especially since teachers have no idea whats going on behind students screens.

[Photo] CON: Remote learning is a real drag

September 28, 2020
One of the main benefits of remote learning is students can actually sleep in.

[Photo] PRO: There are benefits to online learning

September 28, 2020
Kamala Harris made history when she was selected as Joe Bidens running mate.

[Photo] Kamala Harris, For The People

September 28, 2020
Vidhima Shetty was editor in chief for The Californian and graduated in 2019. She attends Columbia University.

[Photo] Dear class of 2020, get ready for a whole new experience

May 29, 2020
Jean Dillman graduates with the Class of 2020 and moves on to a new chapter in her life.

[Photo] Dillman bids Cal High adieu

May 29, 2020
Michelle Nguyen, Jeana Lee, and Miranda LeGate tackle the age-old question: What do I watch now?

Quarantine Binge List: TV and Movie Recommendations

Michelle Nguyen, Jeana Lee, and Miranda LeGate
May 23, 2020

Music artists bounce back with virtual concerts

Michelle Nguyen, Features Editor
May 23, 2020
Biden is currently on the search for his vice president. Among his top 10 choices are Amy Klobuchar and Stacey Abrams.

[Photo] Who should presidential candidate Joe Biden choose as his running mate?

May 12, 2020
3-1

[Photo] How many tries does it take to get the right teacher?

May 6, 2020
Roger Goodell.

[Photo] Our grades may be pass/fail but the NFL draft isn’t

April 28, 2020
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[Photo] Wacky Wednesday: Tiger King is Inexplicably Thrilling

April 15, 2020
Club Penguin has risen from the grave.

[Photo] Club Penguin Returns

April 8, 2020

[Photo] Quarantine Journals

April 1, 2020
Isn’t it a little bit fishy that some of us can’t seem to get a catch in this huge ocean of a dating pool? Illustration by Michelle Nguyen.

[Photo] A students guide to flying solo on Valentine’s Day

February 11, 2020
Illustration by Michelle Nguyen.

[Photo] Andrew Yang

February 11, 2020
BTSs Suga, alone, exposes the truth about fame and success in Interlude: Shadow. Illustration by Michelle Nguyen.

Seven is the lucky number for BTS

Michelle Nguyen, Features Editor
February 11, 2020
Trump Impeachment

[Photo] Should President Trump be impeached? NO

November 19, 2019
Staff writer Aidan Trejo decided to look back on the top songs of the 2010 decade. These are not necessarily his favorite songs, but the ones he views as the most influential. Illustrations by Michelle Nguyen, Carol Chen, Rebecca Newman.

[Photo] Top 10 Songs of the Decade

November 15, 2019
James Charles shows off a fresh new look, maybe a little too fresh. Charles’ subscriber count has plummeted since Tati’s explosive video.

[Photo] Sister scandal = sayonara snake

May 29, 2019
Detective Pikachu, A&E, Michelle Nguyen, CMYK

[Photo] ‘Detective Pikachu’ brings a furry friend to the big screen

May 29, 2019
milkshakes, features, Michelle Nguyen, CMYK

[Photo] Shaking it up this summer

May 29, 2019
fro-yoCMYK

[Photo] Yo-yo, it’s fro-yo

May 29, 2019
ice creamCMYK

[Photo] I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream this upcoming summer break

May 29, 2019
AP Testing, Opinions, Michelle Nguyen, CMYK

[Photo] Are Advanced Placement tests worth the time? (NO)

May 29, 2019
B1 cover features michelle nguyen CMYK

[Photo] Science discredits signs

May 2, 2019
Captain Marvel

[Photo] Marvel’s leading lady

March 26, 2019
CollegeBoard Michelle Nguyen CYMK

[Photo] Dear College Board, you really suck

February 12, 2019

International Collabs

Michelle Nguyen, Features Editor
November 28, 2018
Eddie Redmayne reprises his role as Newt Scamander in the newest installment of the Fantastic Beasts franchise, which comes out on Friday.

[Photo] These fantastic films will rock you

November 28, 2018
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