Alicia Shen


GA’s SGA Can Improve Student Life with More Engagement

GA’s SGA Can Improve Student Life with More Engagement

The Student Government Association (SGA) at Germantown Academy (GA) has always been different from many other schools. For example, while other schools have pre-election campaigns, at GA, there are no pre-election advertisements by candidates. Additionally, even though there are many members in SGA, there has been a lack of engagement by the student body.  Prior […]
What Apps and Websites Are GA Students Using?

What Apps and Websites Are GA Students Using?

The laptops provided by GA allow its students to access the endless possibilities of the Internet. Some apps or websites are required for school, like Google Chrome and Canvas, and some are restricted by the recent addition of Company Portal. Nonetheless, students have access to a variety of different sites that they use for planning, […]
AASA Hosts Gathering to Celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival

AASA Hosts Gathering to Celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival

The Asian American Student Association (AASA) at Germantown Academy (GA) held a celebration for the Mid-Autumn Festival or Moon Festival. Asian American students and faculty came together and shared mooncakes, Songpyeon, snacks, pomelos, and aloe vera drinks together while watching a presentation about the festival. AASA wishes to make opportunities like this to provide a […]
The Dangers of AI Misinformation

The Dangers of AI Misinformation

In the twenty-first century, artificial intelligence (AI) has become increasingly more prevalent. For example, many now turn to AI for a way to have various tasks completed by just a click of a button. These softwares have even been used as a complimentary therapeutic service. AI has evolved drastically over the past few years- programs […]