The Official News Publication of University High School in Irvine, California

Sword & Shield
The Official News Publication of University High School in Irvine, California

Sword & Shield
The Official News Publication of University High School in Irvine, California

Sword & Shield
Deea Gandotra

Deea Gandotra, Photographer/Graphic Artist

Hey Uni! My name is Deea Gandotra, I’m a sophomore, and one of your Sword and Shield photographers this year! I’m so excited to capture exciting events and memories throughout the year and share them with our Trojan community… I’ll see you out there!

All content by Deea Gandotra
Recent debates around a TikTok ban have risen in the US, leaving millions of users on the edge of their seats regarding the fate of this platform.

[Photo] America’s TikTok Ban

Anika Denny, Staff Writer
June 6, 2024
Fun Things To Do This Summer

Fun Things To Do This Summer

Deea Gandotra, P & G Staff
May 17, 2024
University High School Boys' Lacrosse practicing after school. They train everyday, working towards having a successful 2024 spring season.

[Photo] Students Need to Play Sports in High School

Davey Hirota, Staff Writer
May 2, 2024
Mr. Shulman is an advanced math teacher at University High School. Teaching classes ranging from Enhanced Math 2 to AP Calculus BC, he is loved for his passion and experience in the subject.

[Photo] How to Build a Relationship With Your Teachers From Your Teachers

Evelyn Hwang, Staff Writer
May 1, 2024
Alex McDonald, a student teacher for US and World History.

[Photo] Spotlighting Student Teachers on Campus

Matthew Feng, Staff Writer
May 1, 2024
Culture clubs display their cultural customs, attire and items at fairs throughout the school year. Cultural Awareness Week, which ran from Feb. 20 to Feb. 23, allowed students to embrace the diversity of cultures throughout UHS.

[Photo] The Culture Clubs of UHS

Hailey Chen, Staff Writer
April 10, 2024
Members of a club called Senior Smiles selling Wetzel Pretzel bites to raise money. At University High School’s Clubapalooza, clubs set up tables together, selling food or other items to raise money for their club.

[Photo] Clubapalooza Profits: Where’s Your Money Going?

Yihan Wang, Staff Writer
April 9, 2024
The UHS Library offers a peer tutoring program available after school, allowing students to connect with each other and offer support for a variety of subjects. Peer tutor Nicca Majdi helps sophomore Natalie Thomas with her AP U.S. History reading.

[Photo] An Introduction to Peer Tutoring

Ishan Vannadil, Staff Writer
March 26, 2024
St. Patrick's Day Pranks

St. Patrick’s Day Pranks

Deea Gandotra, P & G Staff
March 14, 2024
During Unilympics, University High School's annual student-class competition, all four grades participated in heated futsal games. In round one of futsal, the sophomore and senior classes faced off in a game filled with many intense moments, ultimately leading to a sophomore win.

[Photo] Unilympics: The Battle of the Classes

Shay Eldridge, Staff Writer
March 4, 2024
Senior Brooke Yeh

[Photo] February Athletes of the Month

Sophia Choi, Staff Writer
February 28, 2024
Arpi Gharadaghian, a senior at University High School impersonating Britney Spears at the annual Legends Concert. Gharadaghian sang a compelling rendition of “Oops, I Did it Again” by the famous artist.

[Photo] Legends Concert

Daniel Niktash, Staff Writer
February 21, 2024
The UHS Girls' Varsity Soccer Players celebrate a goal. Freshman Ayla Agahi scored a goal during an intense moment in the game, giving her team a further advantage in the game.

[Photo] Girls’ Soccer Overview

Shay Eldridge, Staff Writer
January 25, 2024
English teacher Ms. Lee’s busy classroom during Office Hours. Students in the classroom make up reading quizzes and study in groups as they approach finals week deadlines.

[Photo] Students React to Finals Week Schedule

Phuong Lam, Staff Writer
January 19, 2024
Varsity cheerleaders performing a half without a backspot. Bases Maddie DeBella and Chloe Tsai held up their flyer, Addison Lindenberg.

[Photo] More Than Just Pom-Poms

Sophia Choi, Staff Writer
January 11, 2024
The University High School Undertones performing at UHS’ winter concert. They performed a version of “Coldest Winter.”

[Photo] A Trio for the Ages: Winter Concerts 2023

Emily Butler and Ishan Vannadil
January 11, 2024
January Dates and Awareness

January Dates and Awareness

Deea Gandotra, P & G Staff
January 11, 2024
Deea Gandotra

[Photo] Fall Sports Round-Up

Shay Eldridge, Staff Writer
December 8, 2023
Holiday Wish + Gift List

Holiday Wish + Gift List

Deea Gandotra, P & G Staff
December 6, 2023
Ava Bocek, a varsity senior athlete on UHS Girls Tennis. While playing doubles, she served as her teammate was up against the net, waiting for the ball.

[Photo] UHS Girls’ Tennis puts Woodbridge to Sleep

Eithar Takesh, Staff Writer
November 9, 2023
Thanksgiving Word Scramble

Thanksgiving Word Scramble

Deea Gandotra, P & G Staff
November 3, 2023
Varsity center and linebacker Leah Schulman gets ready to snap the ball to quarterback Carson Cruz. With UHS in possession of the ball, the girls all get ready to start the next play.

[Photo] Kicking Off the First CIF Season of Flag Football

Sam Sperling, Staff Writer
September 29, 2023
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