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Mishal Nizar

Mishal Nizar

Mishal Nizar is a senior and is the Print Editor-in-Chief of the Stampede for her third year on staff. She was graphics editor for both her sophomore and junior year. When she is not in the newsroom, you can either find her hanging out with friends or drawing sketches on random pieces of paper because she can’t commit to using a sketchbook. Some other interests of hers include fashion, true crime, and listening to music.

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All Illinois schools have adopted new CDC guidance which now shortens the quarantine period to five days instead of 14.

[Photo] CDC shortens COVID-19 quarantine period to five days for all Illinois schools

Sydney Burleyson, Headlines Editor
January 14, 2022

All Illinois schools have adopted new CDC guidance which now shortens the quarantine period to five days instead of 14.

'Legally Blonde' is a romantic comedy following Elle Woods (Reese Witherspoon) as she navigates Harvard Law School while attempting to win back her ex-boyfriend.

[Photo] ‘Legally Blonde’s’ feminist impact 20 years later

Sofia Jubraj, Long-form Editor
December 7, 2021

'Legally Blonde' is a romantic comedy following Elle Woods (Reese Witherspoon) as she navigates Harvard Law School while attempting to win back her ex-boyfriend.

The Stampede staff members share their favorite music for the month of April.

[Photo] Stampede Staff Playlist: April Edition

Perspectives Section
April 26, 2021

The Stampede staff members share their favorite music for the month of April.

According to the National Association for Media Literacy Education, media literacy is "the ability to access, analyze, evaluate, create, and act using all forms of communication."

[Photo] Navigating the media terrain in the 21st century

April 29, 2021

According to the National Association for Media Literacy Education, media literacy is "the ability to access, analyze, evaluate, create, and act using all forms of communication."

Ramadan which is an Islamic month of fasting and prayer began this week.

[Photo] Muslim students welcome holy month of Ramadan

Iman Hamid
April 14, 2021

Ramadan which is an Islamic month of fasting and prayer began this week.

Women are raised to live up to unrealistic beauty standards put upon them and this can have very negative effects on them.

[Photo] The beauty standards placed on women are unrealistically unachievable

Jada Jones, Diversity Editor
April 9, 2021

Women are raised to live up to unrealistic beauty standards put upon them and this can have very negative effects on them.

"The Outcasts" a teen comedy that fails to be memorable due to its stereotypical plotline.

[Photo] Weekly Movie Review: “The Outcasts” fails to make a lasting impression on the audience

Pravalika Balajivaishnavi and Bela Sanchez
April 7, 2021

"The Outcasts" a teen comedy that fails to be memorable due to its stereotypical plotline.

The Stampede staff members share their favorite music for the month of March.

[Photo] Stampede Staff Playlist: March Edition

Perspectives Section
March 25, 2021

The Stampede staff members share their favorite music for the month of March.

Quarantine has made coping with mental health issues more difficult.

[Photo] Mental health concerns increase due to quarantine

Katrina Viloria and Sofia Jubraj
March 23, 2021

Quarantine has made coping with mental health issues more difficult.

One year after the world shut down, pandemic living is becoming a new normal.

[Photo] One Year Later

Gray Corkey
March 23, 2021

One year after the world shut down, pandemic living is becoming a new normal.

An eating disorder is a psychological illness that involves irregular eating patterns. The National Eating Disorder Awareness Week helps raise conversations about eating disorders to reduce the stigma.

[Photo] National Eating Disorder Awareness Week sparks conversations about dieting, health, and self-love

Iman Hamid
March 10, 2021

An eating disorder is a psychological illness that involves irregular eating patterns. The National Eating Disorder Awareness Week helps raise conversations about eating disorders to reduce the stigma....

Mustang Comedy invites students and staff to attend their second show of the year on Friday at 7 p.m.

[Photo] Mustang Comedy crew sketches out a new performance 

Michelle Serna
March 9, 2021

Mustang Comedy invites students and staff to attend their second show of the year on Friday at 7 p.m.

The Stampede staff members share their favorite music for the month of February.

[Photo] Stampede Staff Playlist: February Edition

Perspectives Section
February 24, 2021

The Stampede staff members share their favorite music for the month of February.

The third and final movie, "To All the Boys: Always and Forever," released on Feb. 12 which stars Lana Condor and Noah Centineo in a teenage romance movie.

[Photo] Weekly Movie Review: ‘To All the Boys: Always and Forever’ has many pros and cons as the final movie of a romance franchise

Cache Merriweather and Katrina Viloria
February 19, 2021

The third and final movie, "To All the Boys: Always and Forever," released on Feb. 12 which stars Lana Condor and Noah Centineo in a teenage romance movie.

Speech team invites all to attend the 2021 State Showcase via Zoom on Thursday at 2:30 p.m where the Mustangs will perform before heading off to the state tournament.

[Photo] Mustang Speech Team takes regional victories over online competitions

Iman Hamid
February 16, 2021

Speech team invites all to attend the 2021 State Showcase via Zoom on Thursday at 2:30 p.m where the Mustangs will perform before heading off to the state tournament.

Mulan is Disney's new live-action remake that does not hold true to the original story tale.

[Photo] Weekly Movie Review: ‘Mulan’ is a Disney remake that lacks excitement and plot stability

Katrina Viloria, Perspectives Editor
January 22, 2021

Mulan is Disney's new live-action remake that does not hold true to the original story tale.

Wonder Woman seemed to be a glimmer of hope, it was expected to empower women and be a distraction from the real world, but it failed.

[Photo] Weekly Movie Review: ‘Wonder Woman 1984’ is not as wonderful as it seems

Emily Veenstra, Spotlight Reporter
January 15, 2021

Wonder Woman seemed to be a glimmer of hope, it was expected to empower women and be a distraction from the real world, but it failed.

Even with the new environment of working remotely and the obstacles they face through that, the staff of the mane constantly produces excellent content.

[Photo] Mane staff continues to roll despite remote learning

Gray Corkey and Cache Merriweather
January 14, 2021

Even with the new environment of working remotely and the obstacles they face through that, the staff of the mane constantly produces excellent content.

Start the new year with The Stampede staff's 12 recommended songs. Check them out below.

[Photo] Stampede Staff Playlist: January Edition

Perspectives Section
January 13, 2021

Start the new year with The Stampede staff's 12 recommended songs. Check them out below.

"Happiest Season" is a heartwarming coming-out story with a holiday spin.

[Photo] Weekly Movie Review: ‘Happiest Season,’ A heartwarming outlook on the struggles of identity as an LGBTQ+ individual

Cache Merriweather
December 18, 2020

"Happiest Season" is a heartwarming coming-out story with a holiday spin.

Home Alone 3 was unnecessary and a disappointment to its viewers.

[Photo] Weekly Movie Review: ‘Home Alone 3,’ the forgotten film of the series

Bela Sanchez, Perspectives Reporter
December 11, 2020

Home Alone 3 was unnecessary and a disappointment to its viewers.

Metea students become stressed as the school year progresses.

[Photo] The Stampede teaser: Metea’s mental health programs achieve awareness but fall short in certain aspects

Katrina Viloria
December 10, 2020

Metea students become stressed as the school year progresses.

Illinois citizens deposit mail in ballots to vote for the 2020 presidential election.

[Photo] The Stampede teaser: Students get involved in the election and use their voice to share their opinions

Iman Hamid
December 9, 2020

Illinois citizens deposit mail in ballots to vote for the 2020 presidential election.

The Stampede staff members share their favorite music for the month of December.

[Photo] Stampede Staff Playlist: December Edition

Perspectives Section
December 1, 2020

The Stampede staff members share their favorite music for the month of December.

A big challenge of remote learning is that many students are uncomfortable with turning on their zoom cameras for their classes.

[Photo] Students are encouraged by staff to keep their cameras on during zoom meetings

Megan Drake, Headlines reporter
November 20, 2020

A big challenge of remote learning is that many students are uncomfortable with turning on their zoom cameras for their classes.

Kamala Harris makes history as the first female and women of color as Vice President.

[Photo] Kamala Harris leading our country gives me hope as she paves the way for an equal future

Katrina Viloria, Perspectives Editor
November 12, 2020

Kamala Harris makes history as the first female and women of color as Vice President.

This month's staff playlist includes 12 pieces. Check them out below.

[Photo] Stampede Staff Playlist: November Edition

Perspectives Section
November 5, 2020

This month's staff playlist includes 12 pieces. Check them out below.

The plan of returning back to school has been an issue that is hard to follow through with due to the increase of COVID-19 cases, there is a pause on hybrid learning for now.

[Photo] The pause in the hybrid learning plan creates uncertainty among students

Sydney Burleyson
October 30, 2020

The plan of returning back to school has been an issue that is hard to follow through with due to the increase of COVID-19 cases, there is a pause on hybrid learning for now.

Metea's theater program continues to push through the challenges that come with virtual performance.

[Photo] Theater department perseveres with new methods of auditions and rehearsals for the fall play

Cache Merriweather
October 14, 2020

Metea's theater program continues to push through the challenges that come with virtual performance.

With Halloween around the corner, here is some music to get into the spooky spirit.

[Photo] Staff Playlist: Halloween Edition

Staff
October 9, 2020

With Halloween around the corner, here is some music to get into the spooky spirit.

Non-US citizens are having a more diffuclt time applying to colleges this year.

[Photo] A non-US citizen’s outlook on the college application process

Cache Merriweather
October 2, 2020

Non-US citizens are having a more diffuclt time applying to colleges this year.

Executive Director of Student Equity Jennifer Rowe starts new Equity Action Committee for students in District 204.

[Photo] Student Equity Action Committee plans to tackle gaps in student’s education

Iman Hamid
October 1, 2020

Executive Director of Student Equity Jennifer Rowe starts new Equity Action Committee for students in District 204.

The National Merit Corporation announced many high school students from District 204 as semifinalists to their National Merit Scholarship program.

[Photo] National Merit Scholarship Semifinalist share their opinions on standardized testing

Iman Hamid
September 29, 2020

The National Merit Corporation announced many high school students from District 204 as semifinalists to their National Merit Scholarship program.

Students are now going back to school in remote learning at home.

[Photo] The idea of going back to school has both its highs, lows, and optimism

Katrina Viloria, Perspectives Editor
September 21, 2020

Students are now going back to school in remote learning at home.

MV Citizens was created to give civic opportunites to the students of Metea.

[Photo] Humans of Metea: MV Citizens Co-Founders Ijeoma Ogbonna and Shriman Gupta

Cache Merriweather and Emily Veenstra
September 18, 2020

MV Citizens was created to give civic opportunites to the students of Metea.

Students and staff remain cautious when leaving and entering the building.

Metea Valley proceeds to take safety precautions for students and staff in the building

Cache Merriweather and Mishal Nizar
September 18, 2020

This year has seen a significant amount of changes in the way the world works. One of these being an introduction to a new way of schooling. Athletes and clubs are also having meetings on Zoom and practices...

Current school safety restrictions affects class representative elections.

[Photo] Student government elections approach virtually

Jessica Velazquez
September 17, 2020

Current school safety restrictions affects class representative elections.

Players all around the league have been kneeling to show their support for the BLM movement.

[Photo] How different opinions on NBA protesting has put fans on uneven ground

Tyler Perry, Sports Editor
September 9, 2020

Players all around the league have been kneeling to show their support for the BLM movement.

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[Photo] A year in review: my junior year of high school

Cache Merriweather
May 21, 2020

'The Last Dance' was co-produced by ESPN Films and Netflix.

[Photo] ‘The Last Dance’ documentary series gives fans a chance to escape in times of distress

Alex Bedore, Sports Reporter
May 20, 2020

'The Last Dance' was co-produced by ESPN Films and Netflix.

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[Photo] A collection of games to keep busy during Quarantine

Cache Merriweather
April 27, 2020

The impact of COVID-19 switched from theory to reality. Fans question the possibility of a 'new normal' in the sports world.

[Photo] Losing spectators at games questions the sports industry

Alex Bedore, Sports Reporter
April 23, 2020

The impact of COVID-19 switched from theory to reality. Fans question the possibility of a 'new normal' in the sports world.

Students are now using the internet and social media in creative ways to get information and stay connected.

[Photo] Quarantine has impacted the way students use social media

April 22, 2020

Students are now using the internet and social media in creative ways to get information and stay connected.

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[Photo] Quarantine has an array of positives amongst the negatives

Brandt Ward
April 16, 2020

All the Bright Places

[Photo] Weekly Movie Recommendation: ‘All the Bright Places’

Katrina Viloria
March 24, 2020

Women demonstrate empowerment throughout history, and celebrate that during Women's Month.

[Photo] Women’s Month celebrates the accomplishments of women for decades

News Department
March 12, 2020

Women demonstrate empowerment throughout history, and celebrate that during Women's Month.

The Coronavirus has caused a tsumani of xenophobia against Asians.

[Photo] The Coronavirus: Living in a society of xenophobia

Cache Merriweather, Perspectives Reporter
March 4, 2020

The Coronavirus has caused a tsumani of xenophobia against Asians.

Students participate in the daily themes in order to show respect for students with disabilities.

[Photo] Special Olympics and Best Buddies hosts spirit week to spread awareness

Jessica Velazquez
March 2, 2020

Students participate in the daily themes in order to show respect for students with disabilities.

Northern Illinois University is rolling out a new admissions standard for Illinois students.

[Photo] NIU’s new ‘test-blind’ policy is a refreshing change to an otherwise straightforward system

Cache Merriweather
February 10, 2020

Northern Illinois University is rolling out a new admissions standard for Illinois students.

"Sex Education" season two delves deeper into main and background characters alike.

[Photo] ‘Sex Education’ season two: a well-suited sequel to a highly praised series

Cache Merriweather
January 21, 2020

"Sex Education" season two delves deeper into main and background characters alike.

The NFL playoffs brought the heat to hungry teams looking to add the Superbowl on their bucket list.

[Photo] NCAA mens’ basketball upsets look to open the court for smaller teams

Tyler Perry
January 8, 2020

The NFL playoffs brought the heat to hungry teams looking to add the Superbowl on their bucket list.

Fear is one of many feelings provoked during the chaos of the week of the threat.

[Photo] Threats of a school shooting event invade students’ feelings of security

Brandt Ward
December 12, 2019

Fear is one of many feelings provoked during the chaos of the week of the threat.

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[Photo] ‘Frozen 2’ captivates an older audience with an intense storyline

Elena Buscher
December 4, 2019

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[Photo] Judging other’s interests is an unfair way to categorize a person

Cache Merriweather
December 3, 2019

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[Photo] Figuring out identity despite societal norms

Shari M
November 13, 2019

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[Photo] An unnecessary sequel to a perfectly ambiguous ending

Cache Merriweather
November 10, 2019

Winter Formal

[Photo] A wonderful winter dance is coming to Metea

Jada Jones
November 7, 2019

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[Photo] Banning drive-thrus to fight societal problems is irrational

Katrina Viloria, Perspectives Reporter
October 31, 2019

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[Photo] Petitions to change the date of Halloween gain traction

Cache Merriweather and Paige Friedlander
October 31, 2019

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[Photo] The overbearing stigma around the College of DuPage

Cache Merriweather, Perspectives Reporter
October 22, 2019

Mishal shared a drawing with you

[Photo] ‘Tall Girl’ review: A disappointing Netflix Original

Katrina Viloria
October 3, 2019

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[Photo] The Ongoing Outbreak of Vaping

Katrina Viloria
September 18, 2019

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[Photo] Streaming services begin to overpower cable TV subscriptions

Cache Merriweather, Perspectives Reporter
September 17, 2019

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[Photo] Metea’s Superfan App Motivates Students to Accompany Sporting Events

Alexandra Guckel
August 28, 2019

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[Photo] Illinois passes the Reproductive Health Act while other states continue fighting Roe v. Wade

Myra Bajwa
May 30, 2019

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[Photo] Metea Editorial Podcast

Bella Myers
May 22, 2019

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[Photo] Metea Editorial Album Review Podcast

Bella Myers
May 30, 2019

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[Photo] The need for drug decriminalization in our country

Nate Burleyson
May 22, 2019

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[Photo] Editorial: Teachers and school staff should not be armed

Stampede Editorial Board
May 1, 2019

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[Photo] Metea Art Department Tries New Grading System

Marco Rivero
April 24, 2019

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