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The Student Voice of North Allegheny Senior High School

The Uproar

The Student Voice of North Allegheny Senior High School

The Uproar

Fiona Engel

Fiona Engel, News & Features Editor

Fiona is a senior at NASH. This is her second year writing for The Uproar, and she loves to write about all things pop culture and media, especially Taylor Swift. She hopes to study along the path of communication, marketing, business, or public relations in college.

All content by Fiona Engel
The Rink at Rockefeller Center in New York City

[Photo] Traveling for the Holidays

Gracie Durzo, Staff Writer December 18, 2024

The Rink at Rockefeller Center in New York City

The Roberto Clemente Bridge in downtown Pittsburgh

How to be a Tourist in Your Own City

Fiona Engel, News & Features Editor December 12, 2024

Recently, NASH’s Travel Club put together a list of underrated attractions in Pittsburgh. Many of the places on this list may have you wondering to yourself, ‘What is that? I’ve never heard of it?’,...

NASH is encouraging all seniors who have turned 18 to register to vote before October 21.

New NASH Voters

Fiona Engel, News & Features Editor October 16, 2024

One of the most significant privileges any US citizen receives once they turn 18 is voting in local and national elections. New voters can find ways to register to vote online, by mail, or at their local...

Billie Eilish at PPG Paints Arena on October 13.

Billie in the ‘Burgh

Fiona Engel, News & Features Editor October 15, 2024

This past Sunday, October 13th, alt-pop superstar Billie Eilish took over Pittsburgh with her “HIT ME HARD AND SOFT: THE TOUR.” The show took place downtown at PPG Paints Arena in front of a sold out...

Ahead of the Game

Ahead of the Game

Fiona Engel, News & Features Editor September 30, 2024

Every year on August 1st, one of the most challenging, confusing, and exciting chapters of a senior’s life begins: college applications. From that day until November 1st, seniors who are applying...

A Review of Short n' Sweet

A Review of Short n’ Sweet

Fiona Engel, News & Features Editor August 29, 2024

Last Friday, August 23rd, pop superstar Sabrina Carpenter released her 6th studio album, Short ‘n Sweet. After opening for Taylor Swift’s Latin American leg of The Eras Tour, and following her summer...

A Dazzling Night Sky

A Dazzling Night Sky

Fiona Engel, Staff Writer May 17, 2024

For the first time in 21 years, the Aurora Borealis was visible all across the United States. This past Friday, May 11, an intense geomagnetic (G4) storm caused by flares from the Sun allowed these alluring...

Many NASH students attempt to solve daily puzzles from the New York Times.

Gametime!

Fiona Engel, Staff Writer April 26, 2024

Recently, the incessant tapping on NASH junior and senior phones may have less to do with social media than you would think. More and more students are playing mobile word games hosted by The New York...

The cover design from Swift's latest release (Republic).

A Review of The Tortured Poets Department

Fiona Engel, Staff Writer April 25, 2024

This past Friday, April 19th, pop icon Taylor Swift released her 11th studio album, The Tortured Poets Department. Swift shocked millions of fans with the announcement of the record during her acceptance...

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Roan on the Rise

Fiona Engel, Staff Writer April 12, 2024

Do you ever think that modern pop music is dead? Have you been wanting something original? The new and upcoming pop ‘Femininomenon’ Chappell Roan is the now and here to stay.  Born Kayleigh Rose...

The bracket wall outside Frau Brudnok's classroom.

An Accent on March Madness

Fiona Engel, Staff Writer March 20, 2024

Have you walked through the language hall and saw the bracket full of songs on the wall across the German room? It’s the annual German March Music Madness -- or März Musik Wahnsinn. Participated...

A Recap of the 2024 Grammys

A Recap of the 2024 Grammys

Fiona Engel, Staff Writer February 6, 2024

On the evening of Sunday, February 4th, the Recording Academy hosted the 66th annual Grammy Awards in Los Angeles, California. As per usual, many of the winners sparked controversy on social media.  Taking...

The new year is upon us, and NASH students are already at work on their 2024 goals.

Resolved!

Fiona Engel, Staff Writer January 2, 2024

Happy New Year, NASH!  New year's resolutions, historically, are a worldwide phenomenon for setting goals for the new year, but they often do not last the entire year. According to Forbes Health,...

Although the tree was not yet up, the ice skating rink was. From the basement window of the Rockefeller building, people watching from there was quite entertaining.

Fall in the Big Apple

Fiona Engel, Staff Writer November 29, 2023

Female leads in a Marvel movie? That's right, and they're great.

A review of The Marvels

Fiona Engel, Staff Writer November 14, 2023

Higher, further, faster! On Friday November 10th, Marvel Studios’ The Marvels, directed by Nia DaCosta, was released in theaters. The film is a sequel to the blockbuster Captain Marvel (2019), Ms....

Teens are chronically sleep-deprived, and the energy drink industry knows it.

Opinion: A Targeted Buzz

Fiona Engel, Staff Writer November 13, 2023

It’s 7 a.m. You just arrived at school after four hours of sleep. You’re sleep-deprived, as are most teens. Time for some caffeine.  Caffeine is, of course, a completely legal drug. It is a stimulant...

Lana Del Rey performs on the Star Lake stage in Burgettstown, Pa.

Lana Del Rey Mesmerizes Star Lake

Fiona Engel, Staff Writer October 5, 2023

On Tuesday Night, the queen of alternative music hit the ‘Burgh.  This year, after four long-awaited years, singer-songwriter Lana Del Rey finally hit the road, with a stop here in Pittsburgh on...

Conmigo, located at 10 North Meadow Drive in Wexford, offers a wide array of hot and cold beverages in a space filled with house plants.

Grounds for Thought

Fiona Engel, Staff Writer October 5, 2023

High school can tend to be one of the most stressful times in one’s life. However, many NASH students have collectively found a local spot that relieves some of the pain. Café Conmigo Coffee &...

Taylor Swift takes on Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

[Photo] The Eras Tour on the Silver Screen

Annika Good, Staff Writer September 28, 2023

Taylor Swift takes on Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Cinemark North Hills and XD

[Photo] The Good, The Bad, the Even Worse: Summer Film Review

Layla Musselman, Staff Writer September 5, 2023

Cinemark North Hills and XD

For Juniors in 2023, standing in the student section feels much more efficient.

Move It Up, Juniors!

Fiona Engel, Staff Writer August 30, 2023

On the evening of Friday, August 25th, NASH junior Nyla Graswick entered Newman Stadium with a new mindset. When she walked up the stairs to the Student Section, she realized that her legs were going to...

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