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
Malea Weaver

Malea Weaver, Photographer/Graphic Artist

Hello my name is Malea Weaver, this is my third and final year in journalism as I am a senior, and I can’t wait to continue making amazing memories!

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Rivalry Week enables students to come together during lunch to partake in different activities with their friends and peers.

[Photo] UHS Celebrates Rivalry Week

Hanin Alyazidi, Staff Writer
November 8, 2024
Corn Maze

Corn Maze

Malea Weaver, P & G Staff
November 6, 2024
University High School seniors work on their applications for colleges they hope to attend for the upcoming school year.

[Photo] Seniors’ Perspectives On College Applications

Hanin Alyazidi, Staff Writer
October 25, 2024
Halloween Costume Ideas

Halloween Costume Ideas

Malea Weaver, P & G Staff
October 18, 2024
Self-conformity is more prevalent in a group setting.

Freshmen Avery Hexun and Jihyuk Im pose for a photo. As members of varsity sports, they have developed a close relationship with both their sport and teammates.

[Photo] Freshmen on Varsity Sports

Evelyn Hwang, Staff Writer
May 23, 2024
May Horoscope

May Horoscope

Malea Weaver, P & G Staff
May 17, 2024
Students lounge in the UHS Library, reading books. The library offers a wide assortment of genres to choose from, including nonfiction, fantasy, history fiction, dystopian and more.

[Photo] Book Recommendations from UHS Students

Emily Butler, Staff Writer
May 1, 2024
Students convene in the library to study for their AP exams. AP exam season will run from May 6 - 17, with over 25 exams being hosted across these two weeks at UHS.

[Photo] A Guide to AP Studying

Hailey Chen, Staff Writer
April 19, 2024
UHS kicks off its annual Cultural Awareness Week with vibrant heritage performances and captivating fashion shows.

UHS had its annual Cultural Awareness Week performance on Feb. 23 at the crossroads during lunch. Cultures showcased their heritage performances on the final day of this activity-packed week.

[Photo] Colors, Costumes and Cultures: UHS IDEAL Hosts 2nd Annual Cultural Dance Show

Emily Butler, Staff Writer
March 19, 2024
On Jan. 26 and Jan. 27, UHS students gather and prepare in the dressing rooms for their Dance Showcase performance. The show promoted the artistic talent of dancers across campus.

[Photo] Behind the Scenes: UHS Dance Showcase

Emily Butler, Staff Writer
March 4, 2024
University High School Boys' Varsity Basketball plays their game of the week at home in the school's gymnasium on Dec. 8.

[Photo] Students Ignite Boys’ Basketball in Win Over Santa Ana

Sam Sperling, Staff Writer
January 26, 2024
Winter Horoscope

Winter Horoscope

Malea Weaver, P & G Staff
January 11, 2024
University High School obtains many sports, one of them being wrestling. Wrestling practice takes place in the small gymnasium where they prepare for their upcoming tournaments.

[Photo] Teamsmanship and Takedowns: Wrestling Season Preview

Sam Sperling, Staff Writer
December 11, 2023
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[Photo] Fall Sports Round-Up

Shay Eldridge, Staff Writer
December 8, 2023
Good Luck on Your Finals

Good Luck on Your Finals

Malea Weaver, P & G Staff
December 6, 2023
Senior Jai Williams prepares to shoot an open three pointer.

[Photo] Second Annual Teachers versus Students Basketball Game

Eithar Takesh, Staff Writer
December 5, 2023
Miracles For Kids is one of the many clubs at UHS. They talk about their upcoming plans they have for the club.

[Photo] Club Spotlight: Miracles for Kids

Matthew Feng, Staff Writer
November 21, 2023
Autumn Horoscope

Autumn Horoscope

Malea Weaver, P & G Staff
November 3, 2023
With Homecoming just around the corner, UHS students are eagerly trying to find their ideal dresses for this special night. A top store to go for last minute dress shopping is Windsor, located in the Irvine Spectrum.

[Photo] Dress to Impress: A Guide to this Year’s Homecoming

Emily Butler, Staff Writer
October 25, 2023
The Supreme Court banned affirmative action in June, reigniting a decades-long debate.

[Photo] SCOTUS Rules to Ban Affirmative Action

Anika Denny, Staff Writer
October 10, 2023
A group of friends are working on their assignments during Office Hours.

[Photo] The Pen is Mightier Than the Laptop

Davey Hirota, Staff Writer
September 29, 2023
Fall Activities for Friends/Couples

Fall Activities for Friends/Couples

Malea Weaver, P & G Staff
September 27, 2023

[Photo] Rating Lunch Spots on Campus

Vincent Tsai, Staff Writer
May 22, 2023
Fun Summer Bucket List Activities

Fun Summer Bucket List Activities

Malea Weaver, P & G Staff
May 19, 2023
University High School varsity tennis players practice for their upcoming match. They practice extra hard as it is close to their last match of the season and school year.

[Photo] UHS Boys’ Tennis Match Against Sage Hill Resulted In Win

Kaylee Changsek, Staff Writer
April 14, 2023
University High School had its first track meet of the school year, at a home meet against El Modena. University led with much force throughout the meet.

[Photo] Running through the Rain

Adam Kunin, Staff Writer
March 15, 2023
AMC Qualifiers pose for photos outside of their math club at Mr. Shulman’s classroom.

[Photo] AMC Qualifiers at UHS

Elizabeth Wu, Staff Writer
March 10, 2023
Several Winter Formal askings included custom-made posters.

[Photo] The Art of Designing Winter Formal Posters

JD Szeto, Staff Writer
March 10, 2023
Robotics Club members working on their upcoming project. They are hoping to win again at the Stem on the Sidelines competition.

[Photo] UHS Students Win Chargers Robotics Competition

Sarah Chen, Staff Writer
March 1, 2023
Girls Soccer

[Photo] UHS Girls’ Soccer Senior Night

Leah Schulman, Staff Writer
February 22, 2023
Students and Hope Squad create posters with encouraging messages for finals week.

[Photo] Wellness Week 2022

Vincent Tsai, Staff Writer
January 27, 2023
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[Photo] UHS Fall Sports Recap

Kaylee Changsek, Staff Writer
January 12, 2023
Ms. Johns enjoys her classes at UHS.

[Photo] Ms. Johns’ First Year at UHS

Mia Barajas-Kua, Staff Writer
November 2, 2022
University High School Theatre Arts showcases "The Bold, The Young, and The Murdered."

[Photo] UHS Theater Arts Presents: “The Bold, The Young, and The Murdered”

JD Szeto, Staff Writer
December 7, 2022
The Trojans play their last football game of the season against Woodbridge.

[Photo] Trojan’s Season Ends With Loss to Woodbridge

Adam Kunin, Staff Writer
December 5, 2022
Students support UHS Football at the Oct. 28 Unity Game against Woodbridge.

[Photo] UHS Celebrates Annual Unity Week

Tracy Le, Staff Writer
November 30, 2022
University Varsity Water Polo player passes the ball to his teammate against Beckman at University High School home game.

[Photo] Boys Water Polo Home Game Ends in Loss to Beckman High School

Kaylee Changsek, Staff Writer
November 18, 2022
Sophomores win spirit day on Thursday during lunch at the crossroads.

[Photo] A Week of Fun: Spirit Week 2022

Angela Hou, Staff Writer
October 21, 2022
Junior Varsity player Claire Lynch spikes the ball against Crean Lutheran at a home game at University High School.

[Photo] Girls Volleyball Scores Victory Against Irvine

Maya Berger, Staff Writer
October 21, 2022
Senior Varsity Player Katrina Soto, jumps serves the ball into the court against Crean Lutheran at home game at University High School.

[Photo] Girl’s Volleyball Tough Loss to Crean Lutheran

Kaylee Changsek, Staff Writer
October 5, 2022
Senior Varsity Player, gets ready to serve the ball at practice, at the University High School gymnasium.

[Photo] Kicking into Gear: Fall Sports Kickoff

Adam Kunin, Staff Writer
September 28, 2022
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