Joseph Richards '23

Joseph Richards ‘23 joined The Academy Edition in 2020 and has been an active member ever since. His first article was written at the conclusion of his freshman year, regarding the ways that sports have changed, professionally and at Germantown Academy, during the pandemic. Furthermore, he continued his writing throughout the following summer by writing about the relevance of music to cure loneliness caused by the coronavirus. Joseph’s goal for this school year is to lead effectively as a Sports Desk Editor, while simultaneously creating his own column in order to raise awareness for the veterans in need of support within our community. A fun fact about Joseph is that he has participated in over 10 different types of sports: soccer, basketball, baseball, football, golf, tennis, squash, surfing, crew, track, gymnastics, and horseback riding.

Behind bars: morality of prison guards and prison systems in America
18Apr Joseph Richards '231 Comment

Behind bars: morality of prison guards and prison systems in America

Prisons are complex systems that often contain volatile environments and require specialized supervision. The individuals responsible for managing these facilities play a crucial role in maintaining order and safety in our society. However, the lack of quality job training fuels yet another distressing, formidable beast hiding behind bars. Many prison systems in the United States […]
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Independence is Not Free
4Jul Joseph Richards '23No Comments

Independence is Not Free

The fourth of July is a time to celebrate the origin of American Independence and come together as a nation to embrace a shared sense of jubilation. Raising the flag on July 4th this year will be difficult in the wake of the pandemic as well as the ongoing turmoil around the world. However, it […]
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The Limits of the Periodic Table and Atomic Structure
14Jun Joseph Richards '23No Comments

The Limits of the Periodic Table and Atomic Structure

Some trendy icons throughout our society in the last decade include Fortnite dances and the Supreme logo. It’s difficult for these icons to maintain popularity due to the speed at which they rise to popularity — the quicker a cultural item rockets to widespread demand, the quicker it dies.  The periodic table, created by Dimitri […]
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Exemplifying the GA Mission Through our Very Own Student Voices
11Apr Joseph Richards '23 Taryn DiFranco '25No Comments

Exemplifying the GA Mission Through our Very Own Student Voices

On Friday, March 14, Germantown Academy continued its annual tradition of the Student Voices Assembly, granting Blake Smith ’22, Jack Galloway ’22, Patrick Tronoski ’22, Sangeetha Bhuyan ’22, and Alex Goodridge ’22 the opportunity to share their stories of resilience and how the GA community can learn from their experiences.   Some highlights from the event […]
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 For the Love of the Free Came the VMC
10Mar Joseph Richards '23No Comments

 For the Love of the Free Came the VMC

Freedom is the epitome of earthly salvation in a world of ever-growing tyranny. Those who protect our American freedoms, namely, people in the United States military, experience various difficulties after their dedicated service. Luckily, members of the Veterans Multi-Service Center (VMC), a non-profit organization in Philadelphia, committed their lives to protect our veterans.  Founded in […]
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Saluting Our Veterans During a Time of Thanksgiving
6Dec Joseph Richards '23No Comments

Saluting Our Veterans During a Time of Thanksgiving

Cherishing our freedom as Americans is an integral part in preserving our history. To engage in freedom of the press, for example, is a right that should not be taken for granted. According to The World Press Freedom Index 2021, 132 countries have restricted this unalienable right. American veterans have made profound sacrifices to protect […]
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Phillies Season
9Apr Joseph Richards '23No Comments

Phillies Season

As we welcome signs of spring in just a few weeks, Phillies fans are eagerly anticipating some good news about the 2021 season. With the recent steady decline in coronavirus cases across Pennsylvania, many fans are hopeful that they might be able to walk the Park on Opening Day. The Citizens Bank Park Stadium seats […]
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Imagine the Potential: Possibilities for a New 76ers Lineup
13Jan Joseph Richards '231 Comment

Imagine the Potential: Possibilities for a New 76ers Lineup

James Harden, yes, The James Harden, has now added the Philadelphia 76ers to the list of possible teams he might join. With all the changes due to COVID-19, the 76ers are focusing on the advantages of change and positioning themselves for the best possibility to be championship contenders. Let’s imagine, there is no pandemic, and […]
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Senior Spirit Cannot Die
8Dec Joseph Richards '23No Comments

Senior Spirit Cannot Die

The GA-PC rivalry, known as the nation’s longest prep-school football rivalry, was on the brink of being canceled this year. However, the Germantown Academy community persevered through the dire circumstances of this pandemic to continue this historic competition. GA’s safety protocols and astute planning ensured that not only the football game, but also all other […]
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