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Sophomore Ryan Hughes performs during the musical, A funny thing happened on the way to the forum.

A Play by Play of Ryan Hughes

Camden Brazile, Copy Editior May 9, 2019

Public speaking is one of the top fears plaguing Americans today, with millions of people being terrified of talking in front of large crowds. A recent Chapman University study revealed that upwards of...

Directed by senior Jack Laurie, students perform his One-Act play called, Breakout.

From the director’s chair

Gave Helm, Staff Writer May 7, 2019

The Seniors of the Dionysian Players step off the stage and take the director’s chair, sharing their experience and knowledge with their shortened One Acts. These select group of Seniors take charge...

Seniors Jay Dolan and Gavriel Helm have a conversation but one of them is having a hard time listening.

No one is listening

Jay Dolan, Editor-in-Chief April 29, 2019

No one is listening to you. And you aren’t listening to anyone. When talking to your friend, relative or special someone how likely is it for you to be fully engaged with what is being spoken to you?...

Avengers: Endgame pulled in a whopping 2.7 billion dollars at the box office.

Avengers: Endgame review *No spoilers*

Grant Stegman, Design Editor April 29, 2019

***NO SPOILERS*** Avengers: Endgame came out last week and already it has reached $1.2 billion in box office revenue. Directed by Anthony and Joe Russo, Avengers: Endgame gives fans a 3 hour thriller...

All of the Men of the Year line up in front of the entrance to the school.

Men of the Year 2019

Chris Bateman, Staff Writer April 24, 2019

Each year the faculty and students vote on 12 students who represent and embody De Smet's ideals, they are named Men of the Year, here are the men.

Student who struggles with depression, feels as if he is surrounded by darkness.

Popular, talented, and alone

Jay Dolan, Editor-in-Chief April 8, 2019

*Disclaimer: in order to protect the confidentiality of the subject, the name Noah is given in place of the subject’s real name* In the darkness of his room he finds peace. This time though, the darkness...

The main character Adelaide confronts her doppelganger in a gory conclusion.

Jordan Peele’s “Us” reinvents the Horror genre

Camden Brazile, Copy Editior April 1, 2019

Following the indisputable success of his directorial debut film “Get Out,” Jordan Peele faced an unprecedented pressure from fans when he announced a new horror film releasing in early 2019. Despite...

Matt Hippie puts in his final check of the DURT robot to insure the best performance in the competition.

Robotics Regional performance

Spencer Caldwell, Staff Writer March 29, 2019

Transporting cargo off the planet Primus was the goal for the DURT (De Smet Ultimate Robotics Team) in their Regionals competition which was held at the Chaifetz Arena on March 14-16. The competition partnered...

Jack and his mom pose for a professional picture while he receives treatment in the hospital.

Life on hold

Nick Einig, Web Editor March 28, 2019

Senior tennis star Matthew Dubuque throws up the ball and winds up his racket to serve the ball.

Senior tennis star uses failures on the court to improve

Nick Einig, Web Editor March 14, 2019

The top 16 duo tennis teams in the Missouri Valley are all in one tournament, only one team can be the champion. The finals are finally up and two teams remain. He was serving with the score of 40-30,...

A group of runners led by Assistant Varisty Track Coach teacher Adam Boehm, run on a snowy day.

Through the cold

Brennan Dolnick, Editor-in-Chief March 13, 2019

Stepping outside, he enters the polar vortex. The freezing winds begin to penetrate his jacket as he looks around at the newly whitened ground. As snow trickles down his neck, he questions his motives....

Prosecution team captain Connor Goodman consults with Attorney coach Steve Alheim, asking last minute questions and advice during preliminary trial at the St. Louis County Courthouse in Clayton.

Trials and tribulations

Camden Brazile, Copy Editior March 11, 2019

A murder trial is unfolding for an entire courtroom to witness. Two lawyers pace the floor. They’re succinct, persuasive, and they command the attention of the room with purpose and conviction. Their...

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