Authors Articles by Ethan Williams '18
Ethan Williams '18
Scribbling a large black dot into his answer sheet, the student marks choice "A" on his test. His eyes then glaze over the reading material, searching for any evidence or clues for the next question. Once he locates the relevant section of the article, he then tries to pinpoint the exact words and details that will provide him with...
What's the one thing that separates Jesuit from other schools? Is it the iconic wings on Thursdays? Ranger Day? Freshman Khakis? Those are good guesses, but many people would agree that it is service, and this is because it plays a vital part in a student's time at the school. Not only are they encouraged to help the community...
A student steps forward slowly onto the dark, green grass, his eyes fixated on a small edifice in front of him. Beside him, two of his fellow friends also trek forward, their gaze shifting towards the structure. The building stands level with those around it, a seemingly insignificant house or store. However, erupting from the light brown roof, a...
Whenever you sneeze or cough intensely, you could be very sick, or you could be having an allergic reaction. When this happens, you would probably go to the doctor to get it checked out, because it is very important to figure out which of the two it is so you can be treated properly.
But who is entrusted with such a...
The bold player trots up to the plate, his black, wooden bat resting firmly on his shoulder. He puts one leg into the batter's box and digs it into the sand-dirt mixture. Then, bringing his other foot into the box, he bends slightly and positions himself into a batter's stance, his body animating with confidence. He stares towards the...
The tall, towering figure stares down at the batter from his grassy green turf mound. He commands the pace of the game and its outcome; every pitch he throws can determine if his team wins or loses. He turns his attention to the crouching catcher, who flashes him one finger pointed down. The symbol representing a fastball, the pitcher...
Bright, looming spotlights shine from the night sky tower over the grassy pitch. A brisk wind glides through the air, chilling the warm spring evening. Fans roar from the sidelines, each cheering for their respective team. These are just some of the things that define the perfect conditions for a soccer match, but despite all that, what really makes...
Located behind a high school, a collection of baseball fields illuminate the night with their bright spotlights and crowds of fans attending a baseball tournament, an event raging through the entire day. Approaching this spectacle, a bright yellow bus stops right at the entrance to the gated complex. Out of its doors appear player after player, each one dressed...