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The 41st Chicago Latino Film Festival: An Interview with Founder Pepe Vargas
The Paw Print interviewed Pepe Vargas, founder and executive director of the International Latino Cultural Center of Chicago.
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Review: “Conclave” is a philosophical examination of the human condition
Edward Berger’s film “Conclave” was a hit among both critics and audiences. The Paw Print’s Kieran Blake shares his thoughts on the film in the wake of the recent papal conclave.
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In photos: Payton’s May 2025 Art Showcase
By Alexa Gola, Editor-in-Chief; Photos by Leah Galibois, Photo Editor On May 30, Payton held its second-ever visual art showcase. Featuring work created by students, faculty and staff, the event was organized by junior…
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In photos: Pride Month Compass 2025
By Alexa Gola, Editor-in-Chief; Photos by Leah Galibois, Photo Editor Two days before its official start, the Payton community kicked off Pride Month with its second annual LGBTQ+ Compass. Led by members of the…
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The Minga misstep: why Payton’s new hall pass system is not the answer
Payton’s introduction of the digital hall pass system Minga has been controversial among the student body. Editor-in-Chief Kieran Blake offers his take on Minga and the decision to implement it.
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After the Whitney Young gun incident, we must increase security at Payton
The gun incident at Whitney illustrates why Payton must improve its own security system, writes Opinions Editor Steven Jiang.
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Review: “One Battle After Another” is Paul Thomas Anderson’s eerily relevant portrayal of a dystopian America
Editor-in-Chief Kieran Blake offers his thoughts on Paul Thomas Anderson’s newest film: “One Battle After Another.”
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Op-Ed: Opt out of photo ops
Editors-in-Chief Alexa Gola and Kieran Blake ask that Payton celebrate academic achievements and test scores through optional celebratory photos.


