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Nation Publication IOWA CITY WEST HIGH SCHOOL

2901 MELROSE AVE.

IOWA CITY, IA 52246

MAY 31, 2013

Table of

Contents

//Design by Megan Stewart

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Two countries, one family 10

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Kids against hunger

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A suitcase full of dreams

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Keeping the world as one

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Foreign famers

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Breaking the barrier

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Most common names

The

Staff

Pass the plate

Megan Stewart ’16

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Consuelo Mendoza ’16

10 Jazmyne Truesdale ’15

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Photo by // Contessa Khereisha Living in a split cultural home can be very difficult but at the same time a great experience, Raiven Tremmel ‘16 knows this first hand. When Tremmel’s step father Napolean Khereisa [a Jordanian native] first arrived in mid December, she had mixed feelings. “ I was happy for my mom but I felt it would be really different for my sister and I and it would take a long time to get used to [his way of life].”

When asked what the the most difficult part of this new change was Tremmel said “ Napolean bringing his beliefs here and him wanting us to agree is probably the hardest part. Also it’s hard to say something to him. so he will understand without him getting offended.”However with the negatives comes many positives like Napolean being a great cook and bringing a lot to the table. “My favorite food he makes is probably Mansaf. It’s a rice with parsley chicken with like this yogurt type sauce with almonds.” Also since Napolean coming from Jordan he speaks another language and Tremmel is eager to learn it. “I think it would be pretty cool to know and understand it, but at the same time it would be kind of hard.”

Napolean has been in America for almost six months. and Tremmel is slowly but surely adapting. “I think its a lot better than I thought it was going to be but I think the whole situation can progress over time.”

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Story by // Jazmyne Truesdale May 2013 PROFILE 03

West High students and other local volunteers joined together to help the hungry. Over 50,00 meals were packed and the event was proven to be one of the largest events in Iowa.

KIDS AGAINST

HUNGER // story by Consuelo Mendoza //Photos by Lydia Hinman

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West High students and other local volunteers look up for a picture during the 1-2pm shift on Saturday April 27.

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community came together to save lives and was proved to be one of the largest such events ever in Iowa. Today 1.02 billion people in our world do not have enough to eat – more than the populations of USA, Canada, and the European Union. Lives are lost every day because of world hunger. Not long ago on April 27, an inspirational event took place at Holy Trinity Church in North Liberty. Students and local volunteers of the community came together and contributed to making a difference in the world. Over 50,000 meals were packaged and sent to save lives.

The food was sent to local pantries and to Honduras. Kids Against Hunger is a humanitarian food-aid organization whose mission is to significantly reduce the number of hungry children in the USA and to feed starving children throughout the world. They ship meals to starving children and their families in over 60 countries through partnerships with humanitarian organizations worldwide. They want as many helping hands as they can get to someday end world hunger.

Holy Trinity Church Youth Group was one of the many helping hands. They raised over $14,000 to supply ingredients and boxes. There was 420 vol-

unteers who came to help including some West High students. Students who attend Holy Trinity Church, wanted to spread the word and get west high involved in something life changing. On that Saturday, students and others packaged food for seven hours, consisting of seven shifts and each shift packed 1,728 meals. At the end of the day they made enough meals to feed 50,000 people.

Chart depicting how many meals were packed.

Megan Donahoe ’15 was a member of Holy she was glad to think that this event could Trinity Church’s Youth Group. change many lives. Hinman said that many people from West attended and that West High was well represented and it was inspiring The event started through the to see so many students helping to one day end Holy Trinity Youth Group, which world hunger.

I am apart of. We decided to do Anna Griebel ‘ 15 a soccer player at West this event and wanted to make it said that her soccer team was planning on big!

- Donahoe. attending and taking part in this event so Megan shares how important volunteer- she decided to tag along. Griebel has been ing is: volunteering is important because it involved in many volunteering events and helps us realize how lucky and grateful we she likes to change the lives of others. She should be for the lives we have. It makes us said that Kids Against Hunger was a great realize how good we have it here, and that experience and she was glad to be part of it. we should help others.

When life goes down the wrong path and you Lydia Hinman ’14 on the other hand attend- hate your life, remember that there are kids ed the event as a photographer. She was in- who dream of having yours. Hopefully one spired by all the volunteers who came to help. day we can end world hunger. Over 16,000 “ I went to take pictures and I was really sur- children die everyday due to hunger-related prised by the amount of people there and disease. Life is a gift and no child should sufthe amount of passion those people had.” fer through this. The more helping hands, the said Hinman. more lives are saved. Start getting involved and Hinman was happy to attend this event and look for Kids Against Hunger events near you.

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Every hour, minute, and second of a day; an inspiring event takes place in our world! When you listen to that radio, or tv; don’t you realize a constant pattern of negative or tragic news? Ever wonder about the good news? Don’t we all pay more attention when the greatness of the human spirit rises above tragedies? After every tragedy something good always comes out, whether it’s small or big, our human society learns to work together to form a better world.

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Written //by Consuelo Mendoza Design and Qoutes //by Megan Stewart

“This disaster was a very unfortunate

event that happened, but it’s also heart warming to

In October of 2010, 33 miners in Chile were trapped 2,000 feet under the earth for 69 days stuck together and fundamentally transform to help each other.” each others fears into hope. They brought a whole country together in adversity demonstratJoe Ranard ’15 ing that teamwork pays off in a successful rescue. Around mid January of 2010, a devastating earthquake left 220,000 injured and millions homeless in Haiti. Even before the earthquake this small island country had great needs and a very

know that many worked together

“[This disaster] was very sad and

devastating, just a terrible thing, in general. Itearthquake. The international red cross and thousands of volun-

from all over the world join their efforts to help those in need. is a horrible that so many fami-teers Doctors from the United States alone, volunteer their time at make-

lies were put through this.”

shift hospitals to aid the injured. Even other nations from farther

Vanessa Mebus ’15

A story of friendship. May of 2010, seventeen year old, Heaberlin, goalkeeper from Tampa, Florida competes at the Sub 17 World Cup, and her team is faced with a challenge against Haiti. The Haitian team loses by 12 points.

At the end of the game, the US goalkeeper notices that her opponent is in tears and goes to offer her a hug and comfort. She notices that their shoes are in bad condition, their uniforms have holes, and their team has no hope.

Heaberlin returns to Florida with her team and they start a fundraiser, collecting enough money to invite the Haitian team to practice soccer in Florida during the summer. They provide with new shoes and equipment. Their generosity creates friendship for a lifetime.

“I think it’s amazing that the US is helping In April of 2012 an earthquake in Indonesia creforeign citizens when devastation occurs, no matter where it ates a tsunami that devastated millions of people. is, people should help, it bonds society together as The international red cross, US military, and thousands of volunteers from all over the world run to a whole. Makes our world a better place.” aid the injured and the homeless. In what has beAshlynn Dale ’16 come the largest humanitarian effort of all times.

In this fast pace world it is easy to forget the importance of helping others. You never know what lies in your future. Almost anything could happen every second or minute of your life. But living in a world that constantly experiences tragedies, makes you think, what if that was me? Life is a journey and not a destination. Our world can always rebuild after a tragedy because we never seem to forget that supporting and helping others can pull our worlds relationship tightly together.

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Overcoming

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We live in a culturally diverse world. Individuals will encounter people of different races, religions, and nationalities in their day to day lives.There is often anxiety surrounding unfamiliar cultures.

What is acceptable to do? Will they get offended? It can be difficult to deal with other people if we don’t know what to expect.

“It starts with being open minded with cultures.Not considering something that is outside of your comfort zone i think is one of the the biggest factors to why the cultural barrier exist.” said Devin Bush 15’ Not many people want to admit to it but it has become a huge part of society and that is stereotyping. For example the way we dress

is apart of the cultural society we grew up in and it can also do with your religion.

Language is one of the most obvious cultural barriers. Traveling or business in a different country that speaks another language can make people feel completely useless and out of touch. However the language barrier is easily overcome.

Religion is equally as obvious a cultural barrier as is language, but much more difficult to overcome.

A Catholic traveling in a Muslim country, or vice versa, many not understand the traditions of the local people and may become offended or confused.The problems of religious cultural barriers can be seen in today's complicated world of international relations and inter-

national politics.

Behaviorial barrier are also very common. These types of barriers become most obvious in common first time meetings.

Behavior barrier include things such as looking someone in the eye when first meeting them. In certain cultures, looking someone directly in the eye when being introduced is looked upon as disrespectful and this many cause problems with an American, who was always taught to look someone in the eye. Also, the issue of handshakes and the the like may become a behavioral barrier, as some cultures kiss, some hug and some simply refrain from touching one another.

The Barrier

Emotional barriers are much like behavior barriers, like they deal with verbal and nonverbal cues. The display of emotion is something that is heavily related to cultural norms. An American who most probably not openly cry at the announcement of success while some from another country and culture may. These types of differences can cause confusion and set up opportunities for misunderstanding.

The steps to overcoming the cultural barriers are quite easy.

For instance in the language barrier learning a second language will help you understand it more clearly. West High

spanish teacher Dave Mcnair agrees “ I think it helps provide exposer and helps you better understand your own culture.�

The way you behave is also an easier change. You have to be confident in yourself and beliefs. However at the same time be open minded to what others may think, act, or even look.

Not expanding your horizon can sometimes have negative effects. For example you can limit yourself to traveling or trying new things that you may end up liking. Overcoming the barrier will not be instant or completly overcame but it can get easier with the right steps taken.

Around the world, our cultures are coming together for many reasons.

But one main cause is the food.

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Design by// Megan Stewart Photos and written//by Megan Stewart

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This is Lamb Biryani with rice. Also with Naan and Samosas. It’s spicy but not overwhelming, very flavorful... and it’s pretty!

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Sakinah Haque

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My favorite dish is probably Adobo.

It’s very delicious with a bunch of different flavors, For most it looks gross, but you have to try it!

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s years go on, each and every day that the earth gets older, the foods that represent countries keep getting closer and closer to each other. One of the reasons the way the United States is so diverse with all of the cultures is because of the food that is brought together.

“There is just a common love between all people... food,” said Sakinah Haque, a science teacher at West High. Haque has a very mixed cultural background with her father being Indian, and her mother being Polish, Russian, and Russian.

Her stepfather is also full Mexican.

“No meal is boring. Each dinner we [her family] have has a little bit of everything, Mexican soup with Indian rice, and some American food.” Haque said.

There is so many different foods

available within our country ranging from Chinese and Japanese, to Italian and Indian. Not only have different countries shared their foods with us; we have shared many of our foods with them. Different cultures sharing their food has brought more and more people together.

Like Haque said earlier, we all share a same love, as in food. And it’s true because we all eat it, maybe not the same things but same concepts.

[Cultures sharing their foods around the world] is a good way of trying different things around the world, it makes me want to try different foods.” said Chase Duerlinger ’16. Duerlinger has a family background of Filipino from both his mother and father.

They both originate from the Philippines, but Duerlinger did not.

“We mostly have the same foods

Chase Duerlinger ’16

that are mostly common in the Philippines, but we also have normal food as in food from around here.” Duerlinger said.

Bringing food together has helped this world come together in many ways. It has been very effective as of bringing even different societies together.

“Since every country has their own type of food and styles, I feel like many more countries can relate. Even though they’re all different styles they all have things in common.” Said Payton Proud ‘16.

The way this world has come together is very amazing. Not only has it came together by cultures, but also by the food that we have shared as a whole.

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A Suitcase full of

Dreams

F rom the romantic streets of Verona, to the beautiful white covered mountains of Chile, I could no

longer stand in my own shoes. The cold breeze would travel up my spin and give me the shivers.The beautiful words of Spanish came out so graceful and fluent and life seemed to slow down. It was no longer constant work, there was a break for family, even a break for myself. Growing up in Chile and moving to the United States was a big difference. But every time i went back to visit, I would find myself dying to belong in the culture again because it was so different, but astonishing from the United States. Traveling has provided me with a wide perspective of the world. Every country, town, or village has its own story, waiting to be told to the world. Without traveling that story will be hidden forever, and you’ll never know what it has to hold. Traveling is very important to my family.

I’ve been to 11 different countries and each one has taught me so much.

Traveling is important because it fundamentally transforms us. The experience of walking on the unknown streets of foreign countries, can inspire you to be the change you want to see in the world. This reminds me of the time i went to Amsterdam. Everything was so green and healthy. Almost every citizen rode their bike on a daily bases. It made me want to change things around where i lived. For awhile i started riding my bike more often instead of the car.

By taking a break from your daily life, and engaging in new activities in new places, you have an easier opportunity to release unwanted habits. Also, it is important to surround yourself with people who you don’t know, to understand diversity in a greater way.

It reinforces your willingness to follow your dreams and to move in new directions.

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I understand that traveling can be quite expensive, but there are alternatives. Do something that makes you leap out of your comfort zone. Try no ethnic foods, go to an event you’d normally never attend, or read about other countries and their cultures.Small things can show you more than you would expect. Knowing that there is more to the world than your hometown is very important. It can help you understand that one small figure like you can help change the world.

When you travel you experience different lifestyles and sometimes you can be fond of other styles than that of your very own. This also relates to food. Trying new foods, is like meeting a new country. The authentic, exotic spices and tastes give you an insight of what it’s like to live in that country. Iowa City has lots of ways to get a dose of different culture. For example; there is an Indian restaurant called, India Cafe, also ever so often downtown Iowa City holds art and music festivals that usually include different traditions from different cultures. There are many opportunities around you just go out and explore.

If you ever get a chance you should consider traveling the world, because you always learn something new, and you never know how it could inspire you to do great things!

Desgin and stroy by//Consuelo Mendoza

Foreign Famers0

Roberto Clemente (1973 Pirate)

Born in Carolina, Puerto Rico, Roberto Clemente was the first foreign born baseball player ending his season with 3,000 career hits and 240 homeruns. Clemente was also known for having one of the best outfield arms in the history of baseball. He will still be remembered for his want to help others. Clemente died in a plane crash flying supplies to Nicaragua trying to aid earthquake victims.

Juan Marichal ( 1983 Giants)

This right-handed, high kicking pitcher represented his homeland the Dominican Republic well by making his way into the baseball Hall of fame by winning 234 games and only losing 142 out of his 16 seasons. Marichal also pitched a no hitter and was named to

Luis Aparicio (1984 White Sox)

Born in Venezuela, Aparicio had 2,677 hits in his 18 seasons playing for the Red Sox, Orioles, and mainly the White Sox. Aparicio also made 10 All-Star teams.

Rod Carew (1991)

A Panama native, Carew was known for getting on base and fast with a .393 on-base percentage. This left-handed hitter ended his career with 3,053 hits and made 18 all-star teams.

Ferguson Jenkins (1991 Cubs)

Jenkins was Canada’s first Baseball Hall of Famer.

Known for his best pitches, the slider and the sinker, Jenkins won 284 games in his 19 seasons. He will be known for being the only pitcher to ever strike out 3,000 batters and walking less than 1,000.

Orlando Cepeda ( 1999 Giants)

Orlando Cepeda was a league-leading hitter in his 17-year baseball career, with 111 RBI’s. He became the first unanimous MVP in the Nation League since Carl Hubbell in 1936. Cepeda was also known for being a powerful slugger.

With several knee injuries, he was able to become an seventime National League All-Star.

Tony Perez (2000 The Reds)

Tony Perez left his job in a Havana sugar cane factory to become a Cincinnati Red. Perez ended his career with 1,652 RBI’s over his 23 major league seasons. In the 1975 world series Perez hit three homerooms.

Most Common Names Around the World Girls 1. Maria 2. Sarah 3. Emma 4. Mathilde 5. Constanza 6. Tereza 7. Marie 8. Anna 9. Misaki 10. Maricel

Boys 1. Juan 2. Lukas 3. Noah 4. Magnus 5. Benjamin 6. Jan 7. Veeti 8. Enzo 9. Alexandar 10. Siguorour

Desgin by// Consuelo Mendoza information compiled by// Megan Stewart and Consuelo Mendoza

At West

Girls Boys 1. Hannah 1. Michael 2. Emily 2. Zachary 3. Megan 3. Ryan 4. Anna 4. Benjamin 5. Lauren 5. Jacob 6. Ashley 6. Alexander 7. Morgan 7. Daniel 8. Abby 8. David 9. Allison 9. Joseph 10.Mackenzie 10. Nicholas Research compiled from Think Baby Names website

Most Common names in the U.S from 1900-2013 Boys: James and Robert Girls: Mary and Barbara Boys: John and William Girls: Mary and Helen

Boys: Michael and Christopher Girls: Jennifer and Amanda

Boys: David and Michael Girls: Mary and Susan

Boys: John and William Girls: Mary and Dorphy

Boys: Michael and Jacob Girls: Hannah and Emily

1900 1910 1920 1930 1940 1950 1960 1970 1980 1990 2000 Boys: Robert and James Girls: Mary and Betty Boys: John and James Girls: Mary and Helen

Boys: Michael and James Girls: Jennifer and Lisa

Boys: James and Robert Girls: Linda and Mary

2013

Boys: Liam and Noah Girls: Emma and Sophia

Boys: Michael and Christopher Girls: Jessica and Ashley