Class of 2022 Senior Issue

A self-described orange sorbet, Jaydyn Akpengbe claims to be one of the sweetest people at Webb. Matthew Gooch (‘22), said “I like orange sorbet, and I like Jay.” Although you might hear him around campus threatening to “eat” people or challenging Mr. Duque to a one-on-one basketball game, Jaydyn has a soft side. In his time as class president, Jaydyn has lifted others up and helped establish ...

If you were with Richard Alrachid recently, you would have heard the story of how he smashed an avocado into his friend’s shirt, then rolled onto the floor, uncontrollably laughing. Immediately after, he cleaned up the mess, giggling quietly as he scooped up the avocado. Although this story sounds peculiar, it reflects Richard’s humorous but caring nature. He is fun to be around when helping his ...

“My impression of Angela is hella bean sprouts, mommy, Phoebe Bridgers, and slay,” said Nichola Monroe (‘22). Angela can be seen around Webb’s campus knitting, watching The OC, or blasting Phoebe Bridgers. A typical Capricorn, Angela is hardworking– serving as a member of the chapel council – practical, and wise. Her sage advice to underclassmen is to take advantage of their time at Webb an...

If you have ever seen a large amount of hair with a body somehow attached to it, you have spotted Dillon Anabi (‘22). Dillon is a Claremont local who loves drawing, going to the gym, and spending time with his friends and family. Throughout his four years at Webb, Dillon has played for the WSC varsity basketball team, where he relished chaotic bus rides home from away games. Dillon leads as a pee...

Ever in need of homemade birthday or Christmas cards? You can always count on Bianca Arteaga, whose creativity flows as she produces some of the cutest cards for her friends and teachers. Bianca always puts in the extra effort to make the people around her feel special. Thus, it is no surprise that her favorite Webb memory was driving around SoCal as a peer advisor and delivering her freshman seminar ...

“There are gajillions of stories of mischief and fun, but to keep things simple, let's just start with one.” Let’s start with the story of Sophia Bachoura (‘22), an embodiment of the Cat in the Hat. As a four-year VWS varsity volleyball player, you might have seen Sophia’s powerful hits wearing the number 10, or sometimes the number 13, as she tends to forget her jersey. Sophia aspires to share Th...

Tory Baer has always been drawn to the ocean. Perhaps it is the majestic and mysterious sea turtles that she can see herself in, as she is “totally mysterious depending on the day”, or maybe it is the feeling of home she gets when snorkeling by the coral reefs of Australia and the Galapagos Islands. The biggest reason may be the fact that she constantly finds herself amazed by the depth and reflectio...

Have you ever seen a kid walking around campus trying to catch snakes and dressed in Travis Scott apparel from head to toe? Yes, that would be Jasper Bagley. Jasper is outgoing, athletic, and extremely passionate. Whether scoring on the soccer field or doing research about different types of snakes, Jasper always puts 100% effort into everything he does. Jasper is a go-getter and will not give up ...

There are few seniors that would cheerfully tutor a sophomore for the PSAT when they have a long paper due the very next day, and Rachel Bai is one of them. Despite her relatively tiny frame, Rachel’s boundless creativity and generosity exemplify the perfect qualities of a leader. Whether as badminton or robotics captain, Rachel’s genuine question, “How are you doing today?" never fails to radiate positi...

Coming from Claremont, Sarah Balanza quickly found her place at Webb. With her tight-knit group of friends, a few supportive sports teams, and a passion for drawing and art, she has always been one to pave her own path. Sarah is the type of person to run around outside on a rainy, windy day with her friends and refuse to go back inside because she can — and she has. Other than being the school’s...

At a mighty height of 5’2”, Mia Baldwin might be small but do not let her stature fool you. Known for being the biggest ball of bubbly energy you can find, Mia brings a comforting presence to the Webb community She gladly accepts the title of being the stereotypical “granola girl” as she thoroughly enjoys immersing herself in nature through drawing, hikes, and trips to the beach with her friends....

When it comes to planning for a future education and career, Andy Bi sees him-cell-f pursuing the vast field of biology for years to come. Whether attending bio summer programs at Johns Hopkins University and the University of Pennsylvania, or participating in the iGEM competition, Andy has his eyes focused on his passion for exploring the molecular connection between the lives of organisms and th...

Marie Blake is a go-getter and the ultimate athlete. In the winter season, she is the captain of the VWS varsity basketball team, and in the spring she runs track and plays softball at the same time. Since freshman year, Marie has dominated the court and proved herself  a valuable player on every team she plays for. She is one of the few members of the basketball team who plays the entire game, and can alwa...

Most students at Webb have heard the horror stories surrounding Integrated Physics and Chemistry (IPC) and its hardships. However, for Elizabeth Bowman, IPC is listed as one of her favorite classes throughout her time at Webb, among other famously tough classes like Advanced Studies in Experimental Physics and Linear Algebra. She loves science because of its interactive learning and methodical side, even i...

Josephine Burdekin is always trying to make the world a better place, whether by starting difficult yet necessary conversations in Mr. Calvert’s African Ideologies & Revolutions class, being the chair of the honor committee, telling jokes and laughing with all her friends, or helping her team dominate on the volleyball court. On the weekends, Josephine loves learning new dance moves and shocki...

Hailing from Redlands, California, Logan Causley has roots that run deep in Australian and Sicilian culture, a definitive part of his charisma and identity. With immigration being a part of his family’s history, Logan is looking to explore foreign affairs when he attends American University in Washington DC next fall. Within the Webb community, he is unmistakable in his cowboy hat and boots in the field d...

Have you ever had Dean Duque rally a group of upperclassmen to help you find your missing phone? Sofia Centeno has. As a shy freshman, Sofia was struck by the kindness of the Webb students and faculty when she needed help. Her community continued to grow when she joined theatre, where she was able to transform on stage and break out of her shell, most notably as Marianne Dashwood in Sense and Sensibilit...

You probably have heard of the mom of the friend group, but have you ever heard of the mom of Webb? Well, if you have not, it is Savanna Cespedes. Whether it is as the captain of the VWS varsity volleyball team, head day student prefect, President of the Art Club, an admission fellow, or even just in her friend group, Savanna makes it her top priority to care for the people around her. When Savanna is n...

If you have ever seen a wandering camera at orientation or been stopped to get posted on @webbstugov ‘s Instagram for “fit check Fridays”, then you most likely have seen Mikey Chai. Known for rocking GOLF from head to toe along with a reliable pair of Dickies, you can always count on Mikey to make you a playlist full of “Slow Jamz” and songs from his favorite artist: Kanye West. In his free time, ...

If you are ever in Fawcett Library and look in Study Room 3, you will likely see Nathan Choi discussing differing topics, talking about video games one moment, and more serious issues such as the U.S. border the next. Nathan’s interests are varied and reflected in his extracurriculars. He has been a part of the paleontology program and has gone on multiple peccary trips. Nathan enjoys other field...

Josie Chow is like an alarm clock. She plays three instruments: ukulele, oboe, and flute. She knows two languages: Chinese and English. She will also miss one thing when she leaves Webb: the community. ERR! ERR! ERR! Wake up! Every morning, Josie goes to the dining hall and talks to some of her “sisters”: Yvonne, Sofia, and Leslie. She then skips and hops over to her favorite class, AP Calculus BC. Howeve...

Freshman Chris Chung was not the mature Chris we have come to love today. Every night, he went to bed at 6 A.M. after hours of gaming and woke up at 8:45 A.M., only to fall asleep again in Mr. Huerta’s Foundations of Civilization class. However, everything changed when he got his HC for the many tardies, snapping him out of this self-defeating mindset. In his Junior year, Chris enjoyed virtual offi...

Have you ever met someone who loves napping as much as Garbo Chung? Regardless of what time it is, she always manages to find the time to squeeze in a nap and dream, especially before a class or after school. Another thing you might not have known about Garbo is that she is a talented artist; one of her most beloved pastimes is water coloring. Taking inspiration from 18th-century painter J. M. W. Turner, wh...

You can know everything about Haley Colorado in 15 minutes. By going on one “15-minute run" with her in functional fitness at the softball field, you will first learn that Haley does not actually run, but breezes through her time at Webb. Although not involved in track, Haley breaks the school record in multiple events: most Webb omelets eaten, most all-nighters pulled binge-watching Netflix instea...

After debuting his secret DJ skills at the 2021 Welcome Back Dance this school year, Kalman Dong has continued to show his secret talents at Webb. One of his not-so-secret talents is his basketball skills. Kalman has been on the WSC varsity basketball team for the past three years, being a captain every year. His school spirit is not only shown through his time in the athletic department but also as an admissions ...

The bubbly, talented, and wildly athletic Taren Duffy is the perfect friend anyone could ever ask for here at Webb. Her genuine, kind-hearted spirit earned her a reputation for being someone anyone would want on their team, especially on the pitch, where Taren would 100% be the first-round pick if there were to be a pickup soccer game. Taren has been on the VWS varsity soccer team all four years and...

When asked where he is from, Joseph Ferrari replied, “The fifth dimension” and this is not too far from the truth. In actuality, Joseph was born in the Los Angeles area and has spent most of his life here in Claremont, California. Around campus, Joseph is known for his witty comments and being one of Webb’s only pole vaulters. Joseph is an unparalleled Star Wars fan here on campus and is President of the...

As a 6’4’’ redhead, Matthew Gooch is hard to miss, not only because of his stature, but also because of his energy that radiates throughout campus. Gooch is described as a human teddy bear because of his friendly personality, a trait that has made him a perfect peer advisor over the past two years. As a head peer advisor, and captain of both the varsity water polo and wrestling team, Gooch is...

Have you ever been blinded by bright, neon colors on a celestial body? If so, you were not looking at the sun, you were actually looking at Jordan Granda. Jordan, from his dreamy hair to his flashy clothes, is unapologetically himself. Jordan proudly laughs with his friends until he cannot breathe, he courageously is the human meat shield for his friends on Fortnite, and he is always open to saying ...

There are many things that only Eugene Guo can do: start his own investment club and company, get free meals under an Uber Diamond membership, try almost all the Michelin restaurants in Shanghai, and unfortunately miss the majority of varsity basketball season due to accidentally twisting his ankle on the Alamo stairs. Eugene is a spectacle at Webb. Not only because you have to look up to be able to e...

While being captain of the football team, an admissions fellow, a sports editor for the Webb Canyon Chronicle, a member of the honor committee, and an honorary track manager, you would imagine David Hastings would spend most of his time buried in books or perfecting his catching in football. However, he is a rockstar. Anyone who knows David will notice him trying to crack jokes and make the best out of...

While many people have been described as a ray of sunshine, it has never fit anyone better than Emma Holliday. You cannot miss her bright hair and friendly face as she shines her light around Webb’s campus. It used to be that you could barely find her on campus at all––and no, it’s not because of her height. Emma spent more time her freshman year off-campus than she spent on campus, which sh...

As a VWS head dorm prefect and the responsible one of her friend group, Rachel Hong not only guides lost freshmen, but she also guides her friends who commend her for her rational and coordinated nature. Although her friends love to tease her from time to time, they also make sure to acknowledge the genuine kindness Rachel exudes for others. Whether it is bonding with the elderly at the nursing home, introdu...

If you have asked Jessica Huang about her most embarrassing moment, you have surely heard her giggle and say, “I triggered the fire alarm for microwaving a cookie freshman year.” The cookie was unassumingly rotating around the microwave when suddenly the fire alarm started blaring due to some mere misunderstood Japanese instructions. Jessica and her friends spent lots of time cooking and consumin...

Eyes closed, head back, and legs stretched out to their full extent, a sleeping Leslie Huh leaves her trace in every corner around campus. However, Leslie needs these moments of sleep because she is active every other minute outside of the classroom. Whether she is yelling lyrics of a new K-pop song in the dining hall, forgetting to take out her earbuds during her swim meet, or leading discussions du...

“I just could not make it without art,” said Jojo Jiang, who takes pride in her identity as an artist. Jojo knows what being an artist means and understands the struggle of becoming one: the cycle of destruction and reparation. While working on her art portfolio, others had accidentally destroyed one of her nearly finished works. During the fixing period, she worked nonstop without feeling tired, and her ...

Fiona Jiang is full of contradictions. Despite being a proud member of the Webb Shenzhen gang, she is proficient in only one line of Cantonese, “my name is Fiona,” something she has bragged about since freshman year. Her friends describe her as having a naturally theatrical aura. She speaks and acts with a splash of dramatic effect that never fails to put a smile on everyone’s face. Ironically, whi...

If you are ever in need of friendship, support, or just someone to rant to about everything from Dungeons & Dragons to astronomy, look no further than Jalelah Johnson. Energetic and motivated, Jalelah excels in her academic and personal ventures, such as being an avid science enthusiast and competing in several sports. Despite having a challenging Webb journey, where she attended a different school...

With the heart of SpongeBob, the brains of Sandy, and the personality of Squidward, Nikhil is the real star of the pineapple. In addition to being a head day student prefect and big Seahawks fan, Nikhil also plays basketball and is intelligent, harkening to his Sandy side. His favorite part about basketball is coach Michael Dunford’s life lessons that he shares. Although Dunford may yell at his players...

Although Yvonne Kan might have accidentally texted her golf coach, Mr. Owers, “Do you want a dress too?” after mistaking him for her friend, she continued to flourish as co-captain of VWS golf, always leading her team with a strong spirit. Make no mistake, Yvonne is the brightest girl around, beaming with joy as she laughs with her friends around campus or when she curates her dazzling work ab...

Most people know Simon as a gifted tennis player, but not many know of his dreamy side. Simon’s chapel quote says it all, “Even with studying, there can be mistakes, but with guessing, there can only be miracles.” Whether it is a guessing game, a Haikyuu episode, or a Twice song, Simon can always spot a miracle in everything. Throughout his time at Webb, the freshman retreat was a miraculous experi...

Xander Kong is a man of many talents: musician, thespian, and soccer player. If participating in a smorgasbord of activities is not enough, Xander is a leader. Xander is captain of the debate team, involved in Webb’s Student Diversity Initiative, and the WSC student government head executive. Despite all this, Xander’s closest friends describe him as a constantly hungry, soccer-obsessed baby who ou...

Dylan Lange enjoys the great weather and the people of the golden state especially being from Manhattan Beach, California, a sunny paradise. Dylan is excited for the change in scenery that comes with going to Bucknell University in Pennsylvania, and the new experience is something he looks forward to the most. On the weekends, Dylan loves playing the guitar and going to Webb’s open gym. As a dorm pref...

Anyone who follows Hunter Lange on Instagram (or on any social media platform, for that matter) knows that he has a way with words. Often, his carefully crafted sentences focus on matters that he cares deeply about, including human rights, decolonization, adoptee experience, and environmental justice. His understanding of the importance of human connection has led to both his work with Empowering Stu...

Nathan Lara has a unique sense of humor, which he often shares with his friends and those around him. He jokes about various subjects such as current events. “wǒ hěn xǐhuān BING CHILLING” is a quote that Nathan strives to live by. While his humor is prominent, Nathan has many interests, ranging from science to music. He has a strong interest in history, as his favorite classes at Webb are La...

If you search “beige” on Google Images, you will find thousands of distinct results for something you thought would lead to one answer. Now if you search “Celine Lau,” you will find similar results to that of her favorite color. Some search results that might pop up are “adventure” and “fun,” which is unique to her love for the game Genshin Impact. Or maybe as you scroll you will find...

Nick Lee is a gentle giant in many ways. His voice carries not only across the quad but also across the entire community; Nick is a frequent attendee of both Empowering Student Voices Initiative meetings and City Council sessions. Nick’s loud voice and his impressive stature both contribute to his athletic prowess as a water polo player and a swimmer. During his off--season, he trades the competition a...

As she takes home the title of valedictorian, you might think Laura Li spends all day in her room studying, but her life is quite the opposite. Laura Li stays true to her personal value of living life to the fullest and does not worry too much about small assignments. Whether it be her spontaneous trips to Santa Barbara, a day at the beach with her friends, or being out in the city at night, Laur...

On any given day you can find Will Li in the rafters of Holt, on the roof of Kirkhill, or making a slip’n’slide in the shower stalls with his dorm mates. Most recently, he had an adventure with milk, lemonade, Gatorade, and G-fuel. With Gooch, he invented some legendary drinks; Glemonade, Gfilk, and Gilkenade. While most people would never consider drinking such a concoction, Will is not most people. You c...

Have you ever walked through Chandler field during the weekend and seen two girls sitting together with their boba drinks? That is Nancy Li and Haley Colorado enjoying their time together and taking a break from the busy academic schedule. Nancy is there for her friends, always encouraging and telling them that they can do it. In Nancy's academic career, she benefits from the understanding and appr...

Catherine Li is a risk taker. This year, for the first time ever, she joined cross country with an open mind and left every practice with aching muscles but an unbeatable runner’s high. She also tried climbing for the first time in outdoor activities. Although it was difficult in the beginning, especially when she landed on her elbow and had to visit urgent care, she cherishes the funny memories she made a...

While the first things you may notice about Pierre are his slightly squinted eyes or long bangs, his unique sense of humor never fails to stir a wave of infectious laughter across the room. Born and raised in Shenzhen, China, Pierre came to Webb as a fluent French speaker, talented musician, and brilliant mathematician. Rather than priding himself on his accomplishments, however, he utilized his skills ...

When you spot a wild Madeline Lilley on campus, she is most likely carrying a pink speedo swim bag and heading to the pool, her natural habitat. The transformations then happen quickly: day clothes off, swimsuit on—of course, can’t forget the essential cap and goggles—and voila! Madeline has shifted from a Head Day Student Perfect to water polo and swim captain, commanding the water with her ef...

Often in his Yeezy slides, green jacket, and sports jersey, Tony Lin’s iconic fashion sense makes him easy to spot on campus. You can always catch a glimpse of him at open gym, his favorite activity, where he enjoys playing either basketball or badminton. Tony might show up half an hour later than he had promised, but his friendliness easily allows him to start bantering with other players the minut...

Stuart Lin has a competitive spirit that shines through in anything he does. Hailing from Shanghai, China, Stuart plays basketball, baseball, and for a short while, tennis. Heightened by his love of competition, he enjoys watching and taking part in events such as Webb Day and Night. On weekends, Stuart stays focused on homework and video games while keeping that competitive fire, but occasionally, will ...

Isabella Llorens’s brave personality shines through her passion for social justice, an interest sparked by her participation in the Student Diversity Leadership conference during her junior year. As co-president of the Empowering Student Voices Initiative, Bella is not scared to start difficult discussions with her peers and teachers. It is not a surprise that one of her favorite classes is African Ideologies and...

Hailing from Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, Jonathan Lou is Webb’s fun uncle. Just like your favorite uncle, Jonathan is not the best at making good decisions. His favorite pastime consists of buying stupid stuff, hoarding said stupid things, and further writing songs about his hoarded goods. But that’s okay, because he redeems himself for his hoarding addiction with his passions for cooking and theatre ...

A true cat person, Nina Luo is deeply curious, unconventional, and loves cats, except that she has to share her love with all 11 of them, kittens included. Besides cats and dogs, Nina’s big heart adores all the lovely things, from the melodic flute she plays, to the anime characters that she admires, and even to the late-night Genshin Impact games that occasionally distract her from doing homework. How...

A coffee fanatic, Mariia Lykhtar is your go-to person when searching for coffee recommendations. You can typically find her brewing a refreshing iced cappuccino on a warm day with Jaden Smith or Teo playing in the background. She is the perfect person to go to for fashion advice, constantly binging Hautelemode’s fashion critique videos. However, Mariia has also worked hard at Webb, serving on the chapel c...

The only person to have ever fallen from the catwalks above the theater is William Ma. As the master electrician, Willma spends nearly every free moment during the fall, winter, and spring seasons in the theater, rigging, focusing, and programming lights with his crew. Even when he steps out of his tech blacks for the winter dance show, Willma remains a consistent presence backstage who helps bring th...

Have you ever met a person whose “IQ seemingly drops” while in the presence of a large body of water? If not, then make no mistake: these are the traits of a Koki Mashita. However, these dynamic characteristics are not all he is known for; Koki's friends also know him as a remarkably compassionate and grounded person who has a solid understanding of himself and his academic interests. Koki's intere...

Five-foot nine. 115 pounds. Kicker on the football team. Team captain of the fútbol team. Menace. Jimmie McCloud is a big man with big goals, but also someone who appreciates the little things in life. Simple pleasures like talking to his friends during the weekends, being a leader on the soccer team, or reminding his little brothers, Cameron and Scott, to keep out of trouble will always be better ...

Everyone dreams of a secret weapon: Caroline Metz is the perfect triple threat. She has the brains, wit, and athleticism to be everyone’s first pick. Caroline has always had a passion for learning, being named one of the National Merit Scholarship winners this year. She has always connected learning with building connections with her teachers, such as Mr. Caldwell and Dr. Beikmann, who is also h...

If you see a ball of yarn rolling around campus, chances are that Nichola Monroe is knitting her latest creation. Originally from Basel, Switzerland, Nichola is day-by-day encouraging other students at Webb to knit after her success of getting Sharon Xu into knitting. This created a chain of all of Nichola’s other friends picking up this activity. As for other hobbies, Nichola likes to unwind and go ...

Leslie Morales has no shame in expressing her obsession with the Shrek movies. During her freshman year, she was known for always wearing a green shirt that was often associated with the infamous green ogre. Leslie recalls one of her favorite memories at Webb being “Shrek night,” where she and her friends went go to the Hooper balcony and binged all the movies in the franchise. In these moments, her ...

Have you ever wondered what an easygoing and likable CEO — unlike the typical unfriendly stereotype — might be like? Caleb Novak, who enjoys investing and leading teams, is ready to be that companionable CEO. Living in a tight-knit community at Webb, he learns from the kindness of others and passes it on to others around him. Team spirit not only taught him to understand the importance of cheering on ...

Allison Paik fits the definition of being like her favorite rival artists Kanye West and Taylor Swift: She is controversial in the best way possible because she is unlike any other student here at Webb. Throughout her years at Webb, Allison has been a sports superstar as she participated in varsity volleyball, track, basketball, and swimming. She pushed herself to try many new things at Webb, always...

Eva Paniagua might seem like Rory from one of her favorite shows, Gilmore Girls, as you can always catch Eva with her nose in a book. However, if you have ever spent time with her, you know that she is more like Lorelai with her sassy and exuberant energy. Eva might seem intimidating to the untrained eye with her cool outfits and intelligent contributions to class discussions, but if you talk to he...

Although she came to Webb halfway through her high school career after attending art school in a different city, Illiana Redding’s pursuits in art did not stop after this transition. As a result of this change, she has created many inspiring and often abstract pieces of art in the art studio. Her paintings and works of art using different mediums can be found in various places on campus throughout the y...

It comes as no surprise when the name “Kevin Ren” makes yet another appearance on the Webb Athletic Record Board. When asked about his legacy at Webb, those three words cannot be more accurate in capturing his impact. Yet, Kevin cannot merely be reduced to numbers on a scoreboard—he simply has so much more to show. If you saw him tackling Nick Lee (‘22) for a half-eaten muffin or plowing thro...

Rarely seen outside of her Jones room, Tina Rong is the ultimate dorm dweller, but she holds this title with pride. When you do see Tina outside the dorms, it is most likely in the math classrooms discussing linear algebra with Mr. Dahler, writing code in the robotics lab, or leading the math club to glory. Although Tina is in her room all day, she is definitely not sleeping. Her late nights are fueled...

No matter what you say or what you do, Arshia Sazi will always be there for you. He will be right by your side until 3005, because that is the type of person Arshia is. He is also many other things, like co-chair of the Honor Committee, the founder of both the Middle Eastern culture club and the Webb lifeguard and rescue club, and this year’s WSC valedictorian, but even more than this, Arshia is o...

“Stoppp!” Her voice raises, and immediately you know Leeann Shu is in the room. Besides her 5’10 height, extremely long legs, and her dominating presence on the basketball court, Leeann’s easily recognizable voice, along with her unfettered humor truly defines her. A California native, Leeann embodies every quality of a true leader, whether that takes form as a day student prefect, Copy Edi...

As Player One in his own videogame world, Gerry Song can get through anything impossible. In level one of his journey, Gerry learned the fundamentals of the game and developed some of his favorite memories, including his love for Jubilee, listening to Queen, and interacting with people at freshman year Homecoming by playing casino games. Gerry also slayed his first-ever musical at Webb, playing a vit...

If you peruse some of the local restaurants in Shanghai, you might come across a Webbie. Well, if he’s rocking out to Guns N’ Roses, it’s none other than Daniel Song! As a bona fide foodie, one of Daniel’s favorite memories at Webb was hopping from restaurant to restaurant in Los Angeles with Mr. Kozden and the rest of his sophomore year Unbounded group. As Daniel’s senior year comes to a close, he ...

Whether it is through his spiffy Thursday suits, singing from Alamo Lawn, or the “light” morning workouts, Hank brings a unique, indelible energy to the class of 2022. Hank has never adjusted to the time difference after moving here from Beijing, China, as he naturally wakes up at 6 A.M. every day, which he spends working out in the gym or on runs. Hank is unapologetically himself, and his Webb legacy ...

Charlie Sun is the sun. Radiating an enormous amount of light and energy, Charlie always brightens up everyone’s day, making those around him constantly smile and laugh. As a dorm prefect and admissions fellow, he has served as a guide and role model for new students. In fact, other than ordering food, one of his favorite weekend activities is playing basketball with his new friends. In addition to...

Active but easygoing, Blake Suttner is the embodiment of all his favorite pastimes such as running long distances during cross country and spending time with his friends and family outdoors. Blake can be found exploring the outdoors on Webb events or on a trip alongside his friends, at places ranging from local areas around Webb to Zion National Park. Blake will also miss going to Webb events, reminiscing a...

Playing with electrical toys brought home by his father opened up the world of 0’s and 1’s to  young Nicholas Theobald; this passion for coding would come to influence his choices in school as well as his aspirations for the future. Coding is an important part of Nick’s life, but it is not the only thing defines him. He also cares for the tight knit and supportive community at Webb, visible  through ...

“Bruh... bruh... bruh...AH!” No, the owner of these random sounds is not a cow or a ghost. They belong to Fran Torres. When Fran is not screaming during Calculus class or making weird noises with his dorm residents during check-in, he is either texting his family or playing volleyball with Webb’s WSC varsity team. Though he walks around campus with an easygoing attitude, putting smiles on people’s ...

Have you ever stared out at the ocean, watching the rhythmic waves crash slowly onto the beach? That feeling reminds you of Gaby Trauttmansdorff-Weinsberg, a person who reflects the peaceful and happy spirit we all strive to find. The movies, animals, and places Gaby love coincidentally mirror her personality. For example, Gaby constantly finds herself gravitating toward light blue colors, although she has tried to convin...

When you first meet Emily Wang, her serious resting face might give you the impression that she is intimidating. It also does not help that her friends describe her as “scary” and “angry,” especially towards younger Webbies who shared a dormitory with her this year. However, once you get to know Emily, you will find that she is the opposite. Emily’s playful nature always threw her into chaos ...

Cathy Wang is currently the oldest student on Webb’s campus. However, even as a senior citizen, Cathy stays active participating in basketball, cross country, and rock climbing despite previously hating sports and never having done any of these activities before. She reminds herself to continue trying new things “because you’ll never know what you end up liking.” Cathy’s relationship with t...

A country girl at heart, Paige West is well known for her spirited charm. Her friends describe her as independent, reliable, and empathetic, thanks to her ability to give great advice and make the best of every situation. The day Webb closed due to COVID-19 was dreary, and Paige and her friends had the best idea to go down to Chandler Field and go puddle sliding in the rain. Paige’s idea made th...

“You can't hit a home run if you're afraid of striking out.” Bradyn Wishek lives by this Babe Ruth quote, and right off the bat, you will notice his passionate, dedicated, and friendly nature along with his love for baseball. Fitting for the athletic director’s son, Bradyn has a strong passion for sports, specifically baseball. Having played for 13 years, the sport gave Bradyn thick skin and confidence...

As a born-and-raised California baby who considers 60 degrees "freezing," Sharon Xu is the embodiment of the California spirit. As a dorm prefect and admission fellow, Sharon warms everyone’s heart with her endless love and genuine care, just like the California sun. Sharon finds joy in the simple moments of life—studying in the Village with her friends, chilling on the Jameson patio, and watching ...

If you were to hear laughter and bursts of enthusiasm around the campus, there is a 99.9% chance that Kiera and her friends are in the house! There are three words to describe Kiera: quirky, unique, and genuine. The quirky Kiera would wake up at 6 a.m. to slide down Gym Hill using ziggles and scooters on a typical school day, would throw fake blood on old school uniforms to prepare for the haunted tour...

If Brian Yeung was asked to recall one of his funniest and earliest Webb memories, he would undoubtedly think back to the time when he and Howard Chandler were eating McDonalds in front of the administration building late in the night when they saw a cardboard cutout of a gorilla. Moments later, it finally dawned on them that the “gorilla” they saw was actually a massive bear, and both Brian and H...

Always radiating positive light and energy to those around her, Sunny Yu is a ray of sunshine. Hailing from Beijing, China, Sunny brought her unique perspective into Webb’s humanities classrooms, becoming undoubtedly one of the most prolific or, as Dr. Dzula puts it, “aggressive” writers on campus. As a naturally thoughtful and compassionate leader, it is no surprise that she took on the roles ...

Wherever Jonathan goes, the place becomes his stage to shine. From executing 3000 damage points with a single ability in League of Legends, bringing liveliness to one Health and Living session (and dominating his classmate’s Snapchat stories) by rapping “Not Afraid” on the stage of Liu Cheung, astonishing another crowd of Webbies as he returns to Jubilee with new performances, to scoring the...

Brandy Zhang may be reserved during Harkness discussions, but she loves without reservation. Brandy is like a year-round Santa Claus who always comes bearing hugs, gifts, and an infinite amount of love. Whether it is acquiring 10 limited edition Winter Olympics keychains all the way from Beijing, ordering way too much dim sum on any given weekend afternoon, or getting cute little Valentine bracelets for her...

You might have heard Victor Zhang's name around campus a few times, whether through people talking about his impressive “from-scratch go-kart" or his hobby of designing and 3D printing parts for robotics. Victor enjoys sharing his love for all things robot, including sci-fi movies like I, Robot and Star Trek. If you are a die-hard Star Wars fan, though, you might clash with Victor, who thinks the series ...

Roy Zhang can often be found behind tables. If you look behind the sound technology table at any given Webb event, chances are you will see Roy there. Most recently, you might have seen him behind the audio table at Jubilee, working his magic on laptops and microphones. In general, Roy is known for his music, whether he’s scheduling Chapel Council musicians or performing at Webb Idol himself. Although many of h...