Aidan Vu is a junior at Westside High School. This is his third year on the Howler News staff, progressing his way to being its editor-in-chief. Consequently, he is committed to writing stories and voicing the unrepresented, strengthened by his dedication and perfectionism. He is an advocate for social and political issues, however, the telling of the narratives of students, staff, and faculty is what drives him most.
Additionally, he is a part of the FUTURE's program, which is centered for health science students at Westside. However, he plans to work in either the journalism or political fields to pursue his passion in life. He is a part of several clubs and organizations, such as the Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA), Model UN, the Redcross Club, and an online book club.
He enjoys writing and reading controversial topics, ones that draw discussion and keeps the reader wanting more. Ultimately, he aspires to major in journalism or political science to chase his career goals and ideal future of unfolding the truths and misrepresentations that pollute the world. His future is one devoted to changing the environment of the media.
As Westside's Class of 2022 nears their graduation date, June 12th, it marks a truly significant moment as being the first class to do so in returning to in-person school since the Class of 2020. This...
Westside Wolves! Westside's Inertia Dance Company is having auditions for the 2022 to 2023 school year. It will occur from April 25th to April 28th (Monday to Thursday) at 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM. The auditions...
Calling Westside Community! Ms. Azadeh, a teacher assistance for Westside's Special Education Department, is working with the Iranian Foundation to collect necessary and basic supplies for helping refugees....
The month of March celebrates Women’s History! There are numerous female figures who are known for their actions of progressiveness and achievement! One literary character who shows ambition and assertiveness...
Westside High School's Howler Newspaper is recruiting staff members for the 2022-2023 school year. The process of course selections is nearing for the next school year and the Howler Newspaper team encourages...
From left to right are Jaison Escobar, Kortlin Allen, and Ifraah Shegow. They are members of the Howler Newspapers working on our Valentine's Day project.
It is nearly reaching the one year anniversary to the 2021 February winter storm that plagued the state of Texas. And with freeze watches and the transitioning to the winter season, it may stir painful...
Superintendent Millard House II for Houston Independent School District, the largest school district in Texas, had announced five priorities in molding a five-year strategical plan for the district based...
The prevalent issue on the conditions and spaces of restrooms at Westside High School questions the existence of respect and ethical values amongst the student body. The restrooms have been centers for...
In the events of the state, several school districts in Texas have been following this “witch hunt” of banning certain books in their libraries, many covering issues on race, gender, and sexuality....
Westside's Theatre Production Company or TPRO has begun their season of theatrical performances for the 2021-2022 school year. They started it with their highly anticipated show of Doublewide Texas,...
Brrring! The alarm on my phone shook the entire bed while blaring that dreadful ringing to signal the time for my first class of the day. My mind is in a haze as I reach for the alarm. I gazed across my...
Aidan Vu, Editor-In-Chief, Writer
• April 30, 2021
The 2020-2021 school year will certainly make the history books. One dominated by masks and anti-bacterial products. One dominated through the video communications of Zoom and Microsoft Teams. One dominated...
Aidan Vu, Editor-In-Chief, Writer
• March 26, 2021
Men have always dominated global society, disregarding and discrediting the women with the same or having exceeding capabilities as their male counterparts. While March celebrates Women’s History Month,...
The United States of America has completely transformed since the “discrimination administration” under former President Trump that had rollbacked a number of civil and human rights and dominated by...
The Black Student Union, or BSU, is having an arts and writing competition in honor of Black History Month. The art categories for the competition include, portraits, sculptures, canvases, collages, and...
Comfort,
A sensation that seems to transport us to an entirely new dimension away from the despair
Such as the melodies, harmonies, and voices of music
That can take some to a world without chaos...
Democracy is the process that runs our nation of the United States of America, yet President Donald Trump ― who lost both the popular vote and electoral college vote ― has made it clear that he disregards...
Harris County has surpassed its 7% COVID-19 positivity rate, exceeding the HISD's COVID gauge for permitting in-person school. As of Monday, November 16, 2020, the local positivity rates are moving in...
November 3rd can be seen as the most important day of the entire year of 2020 as it was Election Day, the last day of voting for candidates of public offices at local, state, and national levels. Election...
Westside's notorious Wolf Band, like the rest of the fine arts, have transitioned to a virtual schedule, however, their return in playing for crowds may come sooner than expected. The marching band...
COVID-19 has completely transformed the education system and can only expand to better its students and educators as long as the coronavirus persists in the public with no vaccine or cure. Westside High...
"The Kings of Summer" is a coming-of-age comedy-drama film with a cast that includes, Nick Robinson, Moisés Arias, Lili Reinhart, Alison Brie, and many other talented actors and actresses. This film displays...
More and more studios, including Warner Bros., SONY, Disney, and Universal Studios, are releasing new films digitally to consumers at home with on-demand providers during the COVID-19 pandemic. These films...
Westside's Pride Dance Team is now holding virtual auditions to be part of their group from April 13th to April 24th. Usually. Pride auditions would be held in the main gym at Westside High School....
Aidan Vu, Editor, Writer & Photographer
• April 12, 2020
The time to spend with your families has become plentiful for many in the event of COVID-19, in which used to be rare and a burdensome to earn. It is the start for many parents and kids to be under...
Aidan Vu, Editor, Writer & Photographer
• February 17, 2020
West Brair Middle School's 8th grade class will be able to come to Westside on Tuesday, February 18th at 6 PM. It will be presented by Principal Stewart and the deans at Westside in the Learning Commons....
Aidan Vu, Editor, Writer & Photographer
• January 13, 2020
Westside's Intertia Dance Company is hosting the 20th Circle Jam on January 25th at Westside High School. Inertia dancers will be able to display their skills and talents to a line of judges. These judges...
Aidan Vu, Editor, Writer & Photographer
• December 9, 2019
The California based burger chain, IN-N-OUT Burger have officially taken over Houston. IN-N-Out has locations throughout California, Nevada, Arizona, Utah, Texas and Oregon. There are already two new...
Aidan Vu, Editor, Writer & Photographer
• November 1, 2019
I strongly believe that standardized testing should not base the majority of a student's intelligence. Standardized tests like the SAT and ACT measure a high school student's one common data point...
Aidan Vu, Editor, Writer & Photographer
• October 18, 2019
Westside's varsity boy's swimming team has splashed into deep water. Last week, on October 15th, they met and competed against Cypress Ranch High School in our natatorium from 6 PM to 8:30 PM. The...
Aidan Vu, Editor, Writer & Photographer
• October 7, 2019
The transition of middle school to high school classes for freshmen can cause a lot of stress from the overwhelming amounts of homework, studying hours for quizzes and tests students have everyday,...
Aidan Vu, Editor, Writer & Photographer
• September 18, 2019
Have you ever considered about housing a student from a different country? Students are able to host an exchange students from France during the fall semester, from October 18- October 28. For ten days,...
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