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The student-run newspaper of the Liberal Arts and Science Academy

The Liberator

The student-run newspaper of the Liberal Arts and Science Academy

The Liberator

Editorial: Food Review – El Caribe
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The Question of Religious Faith and the War in Ukraine
Exorbitant Pharmaceuticals Prices
Concerns Of Nicotine Abuse in Teens
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LASA Custodian Appreciation
Lively Library Lunches
A Stroke of Brilliance: Student Artists Find Their Voices
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Editor's Picks: Holiday Movies
Sarah Garrett, Juan (JC) Ramirez Delgadillo, Norah Hussaini, and Katie Busby December 19, 2022

The Polar Express  JC Ramirez Delgadillo The Polar Express is a Christmas movie that came out on november 10, 2004, The film, directed by Robert Zemeckis is about a nameless boy who rides a magical train that's headed...

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LIGHTS, CAMERA, ACTION The Alamo drafthouse has multiple locations located around Austin. It was founded in Austin and now has locations across the
country. photo by Zia Harvey
Austin's Own Awesome Alamo
Victor Martinez, Staffer • December 19, 2022

Founded and headquartered in Austin, the Alamo Drafthouse is a nationwide theater chain with a history in Austin spanning 25 years, priding itself as being the premier destination for cinephiles. As stated on their official...

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FRESHLY FARMED: Simple Promise Farms hosted a tent at the Texas Farmers Market at Mueller on Nov. 13. SImple Promise sells vegetables and pickled goods, with the goal of assisting people recovering from addiction. photo by Zia Harvey
The Fun In Farmers Markets
Funky, fun, fresh, and facinating foods and goods
Mars Leslie, Staffer • December 19, 2022

Farmers markets across Austin have been producing fresh produce, new flavors, and hosting community gatherings since 1987, with the Barton Creek Farmers Market. Now known as one of the longest running farmers markets in the...

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Graphic by Alexandra Valencia
Blue Genie Art Bazaar
Interesting and unique handmade art
Jolie Grogan, Staffer • December 19, 2022

Every year as the holiday season approaches, the Blue Genie Art Bazaar opens up to Austinites, offering the chance to support local artists and community. This year, the Blue Genie  will open for the 22nd year in a row,...

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AISD Shines a Light
Rise in Mental Health Issues Among Teens
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photo by JC Ramirez Delgadillo.
Humans of LASA: Marcos Torres Gutierrez, class of 2023
Juan (JC) Ramirez Delgadillo, Web Editor

Can we start off with your name and grade? yeah, so my name is Marcos, Marcos Torres Gutierrez, and my grade is 12th grade. So tell me a little bit about yourself. Yeah. So, like, I, I grew up with like a single...

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Pick Me, Choose Me, Accept Me
Victor Martinez, Staffer

Applying to university is something that many high school students experience. However, that does not downplay the fact that for many, it is one of the most stressful experiences of their junior and senior years, according...

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graphic by Alexandra Valencia
Students Look Ahead to the New School Year
Juan (JC) Ramirez Delgadillo, Web Editor

Over the past three years, students and teachers have been impacted by COVID-19. Three years ago, education went online in the middle of March 2020, and most students continued remote learning for at least another six months,...

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Studio Ghibli Still Splashing
Studio Ghibli Still Splashing
Juan (JC) Ramirez Delgadillo, Photo Editor

Studio Ghibli is a Japanese animated film studio that has been around since 1985. It is  known for classic works like  “Spirited Away,” which won the best animated feature in 2003, and “My Neighbor Totoro,” which...

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Student Sojourns Over Summer
Delia Rune

As summer approaches, many students are selecting internships to complete during their months off from school. Students have access to many different options for internships, and LASA students are able to choose whether they...

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Staff Profile
Edith Holmsten
Edith Holmsten
Editor in Chief

Edith Holmsten is a senior and Co-Editor-In-Chief for the LASA newspaper. During her third year with the paper, Edith strives to continue the newspaper's commitment to reliable, insightful news along with...

Katie Busby
Katie Busby
Entertainment Editor

hi :) i’m katie! i’m a junior this year and it’s my second year as an entertainment editor. in my free time i like to crochet, listen to music, and i like a lot of different types of design. i especially...

Ava Spurgeon
Ava Spurgeon
News Editor

Ava Spurgeon is a senior, and she’s looking forward to being a news editor this year! In her free time she enjoys art, reading, and spending time with friends.

Kevin Garcia has been teaching high school for 17 years this school year. He's also been a professional writer for over 20 years this school year (including almost a decade with the Associated Press, a...