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The news site of Evanston Township High School's student newspaper

The Evanstonian

The news site of Evanston Township High School's student newspaper

The Evanstonian

Mae Luning

Mae Luning, Arts & Entertainment Editor

Hey! My name is Mae Luning (she/her). I’m a senior this year, and I’m the Arts and Entertainment Editor. This is only my second year writing for the paper, so I’m really excited to get more of my ideas and writing out into the world! Outside of the Evanstonian, I am on the swim and water polo teams, I play piano and I love to bake and read!

By Mae Luning
Art by Ahania Soni and Aiyana Jehan

Two different reports about John Evans and Sand Creek, two different tones

Meg Houseworth and Mae Luning February 27, 2023
In May 2014, Northwestern University released the “Report of the John Evans Study Committee,” a comprehensive, 114 page document detailing John Evans’ involvement in the Sand Creek Massacre. The central question explored: was Evans’ financial support for Northwestern attributable to his practices towards Native Americans as territorial governor? The committee consisted of nine social science professors, four from Northwestern and four from outside the university. Nearly a decade after the report’s release, however, Northwestern is facing criticism for the ethical reasons behind the committee's formation. 
Photo courtesy of Sadie Dowhan

Runner-Up: Ovo Frito Cafe

Mae Luning, A&E Editor January 27, 2023

Located just a few blocks north of downtown Evanston on Maple Avenue, Ovo Frito Cafe’s bright atmosphere, five-star service and extensive menu make it the perfect spot to enjoy an early or mid-morning...

Apple cider of Evanston

Apple cider of Evanston

Mae Luning, Arts and Entertainment Editor November 14, 2022

For me, hot apple cider is a fall staple. Fall as a season is always a magical time of year, and even with this year’s weirdly hot weather, I’m always up for a steaming cup of hot cider.  What...

Former YAMO performer Pep Rosefeld on stage at Boom Chicago in Amsterdam, the improv club he manages.

Pep-pering jokes from YAMO, to SNL, to Boom Chicago

Mae Luning, Arts & Entertainment Editor September 23, 2022

When I think of Amsterdam, the first things that come to mind are bikes, canals, art and—I don’t know—tall, skinny buildings? The point is, when I was in Amsterdam back in 2019, I was not thinking...

YAMO board works hard to prepare for fall show

YAMO board works hard to prepare for fall show

Mae Luning, A&E Editor August 15, 2022

YAMO is back in full swing this year for the 65th-anniversary edition of the classic Evanston tradition. The completely student-run comedy sketch show/musical extravaganza never fails to knock the socks...

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