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Sonja Malek

Sonja Malek, Academics Editor

Sonja is a senior and the head of a brand new section, as well as the self-proclaimed ‘voice of the nerds’ on the NWN. She enjoys reading, spending time with her adorable boxer lab puppy, and messing around with Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator instead of writing college essays.

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Five Tips for a 5 This AP Season

Five Tips for a 5 This AP Season

By Sonja Malek, Academics Editor
May 4, 2018
West's Scholastic Bowl Team Ends Season with Conference Competition Win

West’s Scholastic Bowl Team Ends Season with Conference Competition Win

By Sonja Malek, Academics Editor
Mar 2, 2018
Athlete swings into his next hold on the rings.

[Photo] Niles West Boys Gymnastics v. Elk Grove

By Katerina Paulos, Photo Editor
Mar 1, 2018
The newly painted and updated Athletic Honors wall, complete with two new touch screen display monitors.

All-Conference Athlete Display Replaced with Two Touch Screen Monitors

By Sonja Malek, Academics Editor
Feb 12, 2018
Several members of Niles West's academic WYSE team will be advancing to the state level in April.

West’s WYSE Team Advances to Sectionals

By Sonja Malek, Academics Editor
Feb 6, 2018
Eclipsed: My Experience Watching the 'Super Blue Blood Moon'

Eclipsed: My Experience Watching the ‘Super Blue Blood Moon’

By Sonja Malek, Academics Editor
Jan 31, 2018
West's Science Olympiad Team Places Fourth at Invitational

West’s Science Olympiad Team Places Fourth at Invitational

By Sonja Malek, Academics Editor
Jan 29, 2018
International Week Begins Monday, Jan. 29

International Week Begins Monday, Jan. 29

By Sonja Malek, Academics Editor
Jan 26, 2018
Jan. 24, West hosted incoming eighth graders and their families at the annual Curriculum and Activities Night.

Incoming Freshmen Get First Glimpse of West During Curriculum & Activities Night

By Sonja Malek, Academics Editor
Jan 24, 2018
Feeder Band Students to Participate in Jr. High Band Day and Concert

Feeder Band Students to Participate in Jr. High Band Day and Concert

By Sonja Malek, Academics Editor
Jan 19, 2018
Niles West art students' work featured in the annual MLK assembly.

West Honors MLK at Annual Assembly

By Sonja Malek, Academics Editor
Jan 18, 2018
How to Make 2018 Your Year

How to Make 2018 Your Year

By Sonja Malek, Academics Editor
Jan 17, 2018
After Applications: What You Need to Know About Financial Aid

After Applications: What You Need to Know About Financial Aid

By Sonja Malek, Academics Editor
Dec 14, 2017
Posters taped in the hallway promoting stress-less activities.

Stress Less Week Begins Tuesday, Dec. 12

By Sonja Malek, Academics Editor
Dec 8, 2017
17 Students to be Awarded at the Principal's Recognition Breakfast

17 Students to be Awarded at the Principal’s Recognition Breakfast

By Sonja Malek, Academics Editor
Dec 4, 2017
Senior Tricia Pabst plays hard defense against Glenbrook South.

Girls Varsity Basketball Takes on Niles North

By Sonja Malek, Academics Editor
Dec 4, 2017
Five New Courses Approved for the 2018-19 School Year

Five New Courses Approved for the 2018-19 School Year

By Sonja Malek, Academics Editor
Nov 29, 2017
Our Youngest Wolves: Middle School Mathematicians

Our Youngest Wolves: Middle School Mathematicians

By Sonja Malek, Academics Editor
Nov 16, 2017
What Exactly is the U.S. Flag Code?

What Exactly is the U.S. Flag Code?

By Sonja Malek, Academics Editor
Nov 15, 2017
Undecided? Don't Overthink It

Undecided? Don’t Overthink It

By Sonja Malek, Academics Editor
Oct 31, 2017
My College Fly-in Experience and Why You Should Apply

My College Fly-in Experience and Why You Should Apply

By Sonja Malek, Academics Editor
Oct 3, 2017

Season Preview: Niles West VEX Robotics

By Sonja Malek, Academics Editor
Sep 19, 2017
Important Information on Senior Yearbook Portraits

Important Information on Senior Yearbook Portraits

By Sonja Malek
Sep 11, 2017
In Wake of Disaster in Texas, West Teachers and Students Extend a Helping Hand

In Wake of Disaster in Texas, West Teachers and Students Extend a Helping Hand

By Divitya Vakil and Sonja Malek
Sep 1, 2017
Don't Just Survive: A Few Words of Advice for Freshmen

Don’t Just Survive: A Few Words of Advice for Freshmen

By Sonja Malek, Academics Editor
Aug 31, 2017
West Welcomes the Great American Eclipse

West Welcomes the Great American Eclipse

By Sonja Malek
Aug 21, 2017
Two West Students Selected to Compete at International Science Fair

Two West Students Selected to Compete at International Science Fair

By Sonja Malek
May 12, 2017
Josef Neumayer: Taking Steps Towards Sustainability

Josef Neumayer: Taking Steps Towards Sustainability

By Sonja Malek
Apr 24, 2017
Jackie Baik Chosen as Commencement Speaker After Recount

Jackie Baik Chosen as Commencement Speaker After Recount

By Sonja Malek
Apr 13, 2017
D219 Robotics Teams Advance To World Competition After Earning State Title

D219 Robotics Teams Advance To World Competition After Earning State Title

By Sonja Malek
Apr 3, 2017
Symphonic Wind Ensemble Performs at Metro East Band Festival Ahead of Pasta 'n' Pops

Symphonic Wind Ensemble Performs at Metro East Band Festival Ahead of Pasta ‘n’ Pops

By Sonja Malek
Mar 21, 2017
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