For Andy Liu (’26), writing is both a mirror and a megaphone—a way to express himself and amplify voices around him. Andy is a storyteller through and through. In one of his works, a prose-like poem about the card game Dou Dizhu, he shares feelings of family love and connection. Crafted with care, his works are imbued with emotion and feeling. Yet, for Andy, writing isn’t without its challenges. Not a stranger to self-doubt, he recalls studying the dictionary to learn words that would help him fit in. Despite these feelings of isolation, Andy didn’t stop—the hardship could only be a path towards something greater. His understanding of writing deepened, and he realized that telling stories is about expressing feelings, the raw, internal emotions within. His goals aren’t limited to himself as Andy focuses on elevating the work of others. His passion for bringing voices to the ignored and struggling lives in Stepping Stones Literary Magazine, his solution to the injustice of the publishing world. He creates an unbiased and fair way for people around the world to publish their work without the difficulty of unjustified rejections. Further, his role as the chief of media for the Webb Canyon Chronicle only further proves his innate ability to project the voices of others. Like a true megaphone, Andy is the man before the crowd, voice in hand, ready to share the stories of the world. Favorite Song: “Hymn for the Weekend” by Coldplay

With a dynamic personality, Alexandra Wang (‘27) brings her adventurous spirit to every aspect of her life. From replaying horror escape rooms with friends in Shanghai this summer to enjoying the twists and turns of action-packed films, Alex’s love for thrill is evident. When she’s not diving into her academic interests, Alex loves spending time with friends, especially in South Hutch,-–where she often hangs out in the upper lounge. Alex also has her passion for volleyball as she continues to shine as the team’s setter on varsity and club teams. In school, her enthusiasm for chemistry shines in her favorite class, IPC, directing her toward biology. This year, as a staff writer for Webb Canyon Chronicle, Alex is excited to write about social issues such as climate change and animal protection and bring awareness to more people.   Favorite Song: Each Time You Fall in Love by Cigarettes After Sex