Another year, another Ramadan, another wave of confusion. Many know of the celebration, but little know about it. “It [Ramadan] is once a year and it’s considered the holiest month of the year for...

Students were given the opportunity to gain insight into the often puzzling world of college admissions on April 3. Hosted by the Oak Park High School PFA and Counseling department, representatives from...

It’s 10 p.m. After finishing up homework on your computer and scrolling for a bit on your phone, you’re ready to sleep. You climb into bed, shut your eyes and wait. And wait some more. After much tossing...

In a fast-paced world, people are constantly overwhelmed and exhausted. Students are encouraged to stay busy and maximize every minute in a day. But when the topic of doing nothing comes up, it’s often...

The University of Southern California (USC), has infamously been referred to as the “University of Spoiled Children," based on its relationships with privilege and a lack of academic rigor in the past....

SWORDPodcast · S.W.O.R.D Podcast - Oak Park Talon

You’ve officially decided you want to get a part-time job, yay!  You begin the process of job searching and find a few places you would like to apply to, creating a cover letter and resume. Within...

Starbucks began its successful journey of serving customers their daily cup of joy on the cobblestone streets of Seattle in 1971. After making its way through Italy and then Canada, the company has since...

The thrill of a field trip was amazing as a little kid. Missing school and going to visit a museum like the Ronald Reagan Library or the Natural History Museum was awesome. The statues and paintings were...